Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients and colleagues at all times.
• Experience of working with the general public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong IT and administration skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Desirable

• Previous medical or healthcare receptionist experience is desirable.

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

7 Little St John's Street

Woodbridge

Suffolk

IP12 1EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

General practice is a challenging environment that requires a calm and caring approach with the ability to work under pressure. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated team player who has customer service/patient experience, offers excellent communication skills, and has the following attributes:

Essential

• Ability to work in a polite, confidential and discreet manner, respecting patients and colleagues at all times.
• Experience of working with the general public, being sensitive and empathic in distressing situations.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong IT and administration skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Previous medical or healthcare receptionist experience is desirable.
• Some flexibility is required, as you will sometimes need to work additional or alternative hours to cover for colleagues. All applicants should ensure that they live within reasonable commuting distance.

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

78 East Hill

Colchester

Essex

CO1 2QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• You will have at least a Diploma Level 2/3 Dispensary or equivalent Pharmacy Services qualification
• At least 2 years dispensary and pharmacy experience

Experience

Essential

• Excellent clinical and medication knowledge;
• Understanding and experience of working as a dispenser in GP practice setting;
• The commitment to continue to learn new clinical skills and develop your career;
• The confidence to work as part of a busy GP multi-disciplinary practice team and using your own initiative in decision making;
• The ability to be adaptable and flexible in your approach;
• Excellent patient facing inter-personal communication skills.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

The Health Centre, Chapel Rd

Mendlesham

Stowmarket

Suffolk

IP14 5SQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Provide a professional, customer focused Supply Chain service to all user departments. Professionally handle customer enquiries and work with internal and external customers to provide advice and support to their enquiries, ensuring their needs are responded to and met.

2. Provide stock control, including stock rotation, re-ordering and replenishment service for an agreed range of consumables used by customers and to support end users in accordance with HPL and Trust policies. Ensure safe disposal and/or relocation of surplus, redundant and obsolete stock.

3. Participate and assist in stock takes, year-end counts and amendments as required.

4. Ensure that orders are expedited, chased and delivered on time.

5. Ensure personal training and development is up to date at all times.

6. Assist the Receipt and Distribution team as required.

7. Participate in implementation of new projects.

8. Cover in other Inventory Management areas as required in case of sickness or annual leave.

9. Promote a culture of continuous improvement in the procurement and supply chain function.

10. Ensure that all work carried out is conducted in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with HPL and Trust policies and the Health and Safety at Work Act, Manual Handling Regulations and COSHH regulations.

11. Undertaking any other tasks which are deemed appropriate by the Supervisors, Supply Chain Manager or Director of Procurement.

Management and Systems

1. Deliver roll cages to wards and departments, break down roll cages, unpack and replenish cabinets, stores or store rooms in relevant wards and clinical and dispose of waste packing in line with HPL and Trust policies.

2. Responsible for checking that deliveries are correct against the requisition, purchase order and delivery note, booking in deliveries, investigating discrepancies with suppliers regarding errors or incorrect quantities and organising supplier returns or credits.

3. Provide a first check on the quality of the goods received and to report any obvious damage or discrepancies in accordance with HPL and Trust procedures.

4. Maintain a timed programme of replenishment orders as required, picking stock against picklists and requisitions and delivering to departments such that all Wards/Departments receive the service they require in a manner that ensure that this service is sustained irrespective of contingencies such as leave and sickness.

5. Maintain adequate stock levels in all locations, planning for weekends, bank holidays and other events and carry out checks of par stock levels around the Trust as directed by the Supply Chain Supervisors or Managers.

6. Undertaking rolling stock checks of stocks held throughout the Trust and reporting and discrepancies found.7. Conduct stock reviews of inventory products at ward/department level. Be able to run reports to support the review process to ensure optimal stock levels, identify the cost implications and savings to budget holders and achieve stakeholder support and sign off to any changes in the service provided, maintaining action logs.

8. Making necessary stock adjustments with regard to damaged/time expired items from all departments and assist with the removal, return or disposal of excess or redundant stock, logging any stock adjustments on the system for future analysis and reporting. Work with peers and supervisors to identify slow-moving stock lines so that action can be taken to prevent them expiring or becoming obsolete.

9. Assist with high urgency product recalls following safety alerts.

10. Ensuring the system is kept up to date with regards to location details and barcode data and that all locations are labelled up with their appropriate bar codes. Reporting any non- compliance to the Supervisor or Supply Chain Manager.

11. Recognise, locate and cleanse products not acceptable for use (obsolete, non- approved, recalled or expired).

12. Build and maintain good working relationships and effective communication with: staff nurses and departmental managers to ensure effective communication regarding Inventory. Procurement colleagues. Suppliers and company representatives.

13. Promote rationalisation and standardisation of products to help reduce stock holding. In liaison with senior and clinical colleagues, identify and explore opportunities for potential cost savings for the Trust, whilst maintaining quality standards.

14. At times of high demand or when the need for special requirements exist within a department or ward, attempt to source products from elsewhere in the Trust including asking neighbouring Trusts or the Nuffield for support. Keep customers informed of any product changes or shortages and actively source alternatives as required.

15. Ensure communication of information within the Supply Chain team and share best practice operationally; act and participate as a member of the wider Procurement team, assisting colleagues within other areas of the department as required and attending departmental update meetings.

16. Ensure that any general store areas and the stores that you are responsible for are maintained in a clean, safe and tidy and secure condition.

17. Understanding of GS1 barcoding standards.

Business Continuity and Emergency Preparedness

1. Support the Inventory Manager in the event of a major incident covering all Procurement and Supplies activities, ordering goods to meet emergency requirements.

2. Support the production and maintenance of the departments business continuity and emergency preparedness plans.This job description is an indication of the type and range of tasks that are expected of the post holder, and other duties may be required, in line with the role. It will be reviewed and amended from time to time to take account of changing organisational need.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Qualifications - in Warehouse management, CILT

Knowledge and Experience

Desirable

• Knowledge Inventory management Systems.
• Experience in stock control

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

NHS Staff Survey:OurCompassionate CultureandLeadershipscores reflect a workplace where kindness, respect, and empathy are the normnot the exception.

To be responsible for the unsupervised assessment of patient care needs in the Lung Heath Check service, ensuring appropriate assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care, maintaining high standards of evidence-based care.

To provide expert clinical assessment for a defined group of patients, including those with complex needs ensuring they are placed through the correct MDT and clinical pathway.

Please refer to attached Job description for further information.

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouragingdiversity,and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date onceenoughapplications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This isin accordance withthe streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Uponcommencingemploymentwith theTrust,allemployees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions)aresubjectto aprobationary periodlastingaperiod of sixmonthswithanoptiontoextendfor afurther sixmonths toatotalof 12months.

Person Specification

Qualifications and knowledge

Essential

• Nursing Degree
• Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) PIN
• Evidence of post-registration development
• Accreditation in Lung Nursing or equivalent experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Understanding of use of clinical audit in a clinical setting
• Knowledge of infection control
• Mentorship/practice assessor qualification (or willingness to undertake)

Desirable

• Knowledge of current professional issues in nursing
• An understanding of current issues relating to the NHS and cancer care
• IRMER qualification
• Detailed knowledge of the LCS protocol, quality standards and incidental finding guidance
• Awareness of relevant national and local targets

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience working in an acute healthcare environment
• Significant post-registration experience in relevant clinical area
• Experience of acting coordinating a clinical area shift / service shift
• Experience supervising unqualified staff
• Experience supervising qualified staff
• Ability to work as part of a multi disciplinary/interdisciplinary team and follow up actions from screening review meeting
• Registered Nurse with significant band 5 experience

Desirable

• Experience in working in Lung Cancer Screening or other Screening services
• Experience working as a band 6.
• Advance communication skills course

Skills

Essential

• Ability to deal with complex and difficult emotional situations
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Diplomacy and negotiation skills
• Good understanding of IT and technology
• Ability to manage workload and prioritise in a fast-paced environment
• Leadership and team management skills.
• Teaching and good presentation skills

Desirable

• Ability to undertake audits and support quality improvement.
• Ability to undertake career conversations and appraisals

Skills

Essential

• Ability to pay attention to detail to ensure accurate information is recorded and patients follow the correct pathway and incidental referral pathways.
• Evidence of working independently
• Ability to deal with difficult/sensitive situations.

Personal and people development

Essential

• Motivated and enthusiastic
• Approachable
• Able to work under pressure.
• Able to reflect on own practice
• Willing to learn and improve personal practice

Communication

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Able to communicate effectively with other members of the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT)

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

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lung Health Checks (Dept)

Milton Keynes

MK6 5LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.mkuh.nhs.uk/working-at-mkuh (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Sort & deliver the roll cages, tote bins/pallets from NHS Supply Chain into delivery areas

Deliver all non-stock goods to delivery locations including medical consumables/printing/ stationery consumables/furniture (beds/desks/chairs/fridges)/computer equipment/medical equipment.

Ensure that a signature of receipt is obtained for all non-stock items delivered

Collection daily of empty roll cages/tote bins, cages are to be collapsed and returned to the agreed area. Liaise with clinical areas daily of any returns (goods) for both NHS Supply Chain or any other supplier.

Assist in the receipt of non-stock goods delivered by suppliers check delivery note for accuracy, check outside of parcels for any damage, sign for contents (goods)

Assist in checking the contents (goods) against the computerised order and delivery note and enter the details onto the Trusts computerised E Procurement system

Create the receipt number and attach to the delivery note.

Assist in ensuring that any electrical goods are identified as need to be checked by the EME Technician prior to use Assist in the delivery of urgent medical goods in the event of a Major Incident some sub-headings are suggested below, please use any appropriate for the post)

To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonably fit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work.

Advisory/Contact Liaise with delivery drives regarding any queries raised at the time of delivery

Redirect delivery drives to other delivery areas within the Trust Liaise with medical/administration staff who have any queries regarding their delivery Assist with any telephone queries regarding deliveries

Direct patients to the correct appointment area General Deputies in the absence of the R&D Supervisor To have responsibility for Health, Safety and Welfare of self and others and comply at all times with the requirements of Health and Safety Regulations

Attend mandatory training, ie manual handling

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE level education or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Working knowledge of stores environment. Able to interface with supplier delivery representatives Knowledge of Health and Safety/Cosh Regulations (substances harmful to health
• Working knowledge of stores environment

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

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Surrey

Egerton Road

Guildford

GU2 7XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

SCOPE AND PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The GP Practice Clinical Coder plays a critical role in accurately assigning medical codes to patient diagnoses, treatments, and procedures within a General Practice (GP) setting. This position requires strong knowledge of medical coding systems, attention to detail, and the ability to interpret medical documentation. The Clinical Coder ensures compliance with coding standards and regulations while maintaining the integrity of patient records.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review all incoming correspondence filing the document and entering pertinent information into the patients electronically medical record in accordance with the Coding Protocol with attention to QOF.

• Highlight clinician action and workflow to appropriate clinician or team as per Workflow Protocol.

• Organise the medical record of patient whom you are coding, to link problem titles.

• Checking incoming medical records and summarising onto clinical system.

• Recognise own knowledge limits and seek advice from clinical or administrative colleagues as appropriate.

• To carry out administrative related tasks as delegated by Clinical Lead and Practice Manager.

Medical Coding: Assign appropriate medical codes to patient diagnoses, treatments, procedures, and other relevant information based on the documentation provided by healthcare professionals. Ensure accurate and consistent coding practices in line with coding guidelines and regulatory requirements.

Documentation Review: Analyse medical records, including physician notes, lab reports, and other clinical documentation, to extract relevant information for coding purposes. Identify any missing or incomplete documentation and seek clarification from healthcare professionals when necessary

Coding Compliance: Adhere to coding standards, guidelines, and regulations such as the NHS Classification Service, Local Medical Committees (LMCs), and relevant healthcare authorities. Stay up to date with changes in coding regulations and ensure compliance within the GP practice.

Quality Assurance: Perform regular audits and quality checks on coded data to identify and resolve any coding discrepancies or errors. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to address any coding-related issues and provide feedback to improve documentation practices.

Coding Systems and Software: Utilize coding systems and software applications (e.g., EMIS, Read Codes) to accurately assign codes and ensure the integrity of coded data. Collaborate with IT staff to address any technical issues or system upgrades related to coding processes.

Training and Education: Stay informed about updates and changes in medical coding guidelines, regulations, and industry best practices. Provide training and education to healthcare professionals and staff members to enhance their understanding of coding practices and documentation requirements.

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 assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

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

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

• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

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

• Reporting potential risks identified

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY:

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

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

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

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

PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

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

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

• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

QUALITY:

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

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

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

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

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

• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

• Participate in quality improvement programs such as EQUIP

COMMUNICATION:

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

• Communicate effectively with other team members

• Communicate effectively with patients and carers

• Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

CONTRIBUTION TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SERVICES:

The post-holder will:

• Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance

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

• Participate in audit where appropriate

This job description is not exhaustive but rather a reflection of the current position and the post-holder is expected to view it as a guide rather than an exact description of all duties and responsibilities. It may be subject to variation from time to time as services develop.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working as a Clinical Coder within a GP practice, Primary Care Network (PCN), or other NHS healthcare setting.
• Knowledge and practical experience of clinical coding using Read Codes, SNOMED CT, or equivalent clinical classification systems.
• Experience of working with electronic patient record systems, such as EMIS Web, and maintaining accurate patient records.
• Understanding of NHS data quality standards, information governance, and confidentiality requirements.
• Experience of reviewing and extracting information from clinical correspondence, hospital letters, and medical records for coding purposes.
• Ability to work accurately with a high level of attention to detail and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Strong organisational, communication, and team-working skills.

Desirable

• Accredited Clinical Coding Qualification or willingness to undertake relevant training.
• Experience of conducting data quality audits and identifying opportunities for data cleansing and improvement.
• Experience of supporting clinicians and practice staff with coding and data quality initiatives.

Qualifications

Essential

• - GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

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

Blithehale Medical Centre

Address

22 Dunbridge Street

London

E2 6JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Discharge Officer, youll be at the heart of our patient flow and discharge process supporting patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team (MDT) to ensure every discharge is safe, timely, and well-coordinated.

Youll manage a caseload of patients across designated wards, working in partnership with clinical and community teams to help patients transition smoothly from hospital to home or ongoing care. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference to patient experience and service efficiency every single day.

Coordinate and support the safe discharge of patients from the point of admission, ensuring plans are realistic, proactive, and person-centred.

Work closely with nurses, doctors, therapists, social workers, and community partners to ensure discharge plans are communicated, documented, and delivered on time.

Monitor and update patient discharge information on the hospitals digital systems (UHS Apps), escalating any issues or delays to the appropriate teams.

Liaise with care agencies, care homes, and social services to arrange assessments, confirm placements, and restart care packages.

Act as an advocate for patients and their families, providing clear discharge information and ensuring their voices are heard in decision-making.

Were looking for someone who is organised, compassionate, and confident communicating across multiple teams. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

Strong organisational and multitasking skills, with the ability to prioritise a busy workload and meet deadlines.

Excellent communication and teamwork, with the confidence to liaise effectively with staff at all levels and external partners.

Experience in an administrative or patient-facing role, ideally within a hospital or healthcare setting.

Good IT skills and confidence using Microsoft Office and hospital systems.

A proactive and empathetic approach to supporting patients and their families during their hospital stay.

Youll work as part of a rota, which includes weekdays, weekends, and bank holidays as eRostered.

The role is based at Southampton General Hospital.

Full training and ongoing support will be provided, with opportunities to develop your knowledge at UHS.

This post is subject to standard NHS employment checks, including references and right-to-work verification.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Good standard of secondary education with literacy and numeracy skills demonstrable to GSCE grade C or equivalent standard
• NVQ 3 Qualification or relevant equivalent experience
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology
• Experience working in an administrative capacity in a customer focused environment
• Proven ability to work to deadlines, prioritise and multitask.

Desirable

• Courses / further study attended to demonstrate evidence of personal development
• Diploma level qualification or equivalent experience
• RSA 2 word processing/typing or equivalent experience
• Proficient in the use of all electronic patient record systems
• Previous experience in a clinical support role or patient services administrative role.
• Understanding of patient flow and the discharge planning process.

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

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 Southampton NHS Trust

Address

COO Intg Discharge Bureau

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Coordinate patient appointments, follow-ups, and care schedules efficiently
• Act as a point of contact for patients and their families, providing guidance and support
• Liaise with healthcare providers to facilitate communication and ensure continuity of care
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in accordance with data protection regulations
• Organise documentation related to treatment plans, referrals, and prescriptions
• Support administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and managing correspondence
• Ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures at all times

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a GP Practice/NHS setting.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Ability to provide quality care
• Good interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable

• Basic IT skills
• Knowledge of SystmOne

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

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

Alma Medical Centre

Address

68 Alma Road

Portswood

Southampton

Hampshire

SO14 6UX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

GENERAL CLEANING DUTIES

Working within allocated areas, including cleaning of toilets and bathrooms on a daily basis

Vacuuming, dusting, cleaning of surfaces and mopping of floors to meet the NHS National Standards of Cleanliness 2021

Within designated areas the cleaning of beds and in some areas re-making with clean linen

To safely manage and collect clinical and non-clinical waste and bagged soiled linen and take it to the designated collection point in accordance with policy and notify supervisor if waste segregation is not in accordance with policy

To meet NHS National Standards of Cleanliness 2021 audit requirements ensuring remedial action is taken to address any shortfall in standards, fill out and sign off checklists to show that specific areas, such as toilets and bathrooms have been cleaned and in the correct time frame.

Deep cleaning of floors and hospital areas throughout the year.

WARD MEAL & DRINKS SERVICE

Preparation, service and clearing up of patients food and drinks, as required and in compliance with Trust policy and legal requirements. This includes use of a tablet

Recording of food wastage at the end of food service

Reporting of failure of any food related equipment

Serving of beverages to patients, with attention given to the presentation

Clearing up after the patient food service

Cleaning kitchen and dining room areas, washing crockery, cutlery, etc. and clean all equipment, cupboards, work tops and flooring, linked to the food services

Reporting any faults in equipment or building fabric to your supervisor

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Basic Education - Reading and writing plus basic numeric skills

Desirable

• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate (Training provided by the Trust)
• NVQ Level 1 or Cleaning Experience in a similar
• Use electronic devices (PC, Tablet) to a proficient standard

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Able to prioritise and use own initiative, when faced with several cleaning requests
• Able to order (via tablet) and serve food to patients
• Able to follow verbal and written instructions for example when adhering to cleaning schedules
• Able to use cleaning equipment, some of which may be of an industrial quality
• Able to lift and move items and, equipment, to facilitate cleaning or catering jobs, over the whole of the shift
• Able to electronically order required cleaning stocks to ensure they are ready to be used as needed
• Able to comply with the Trust hygiene rules relating to such subjects as hand washing, uniforms, jewellery and personal hygiene
• Able to work well within a team, making sure all tasks are completed within the time given
• Able to communicate well with colleagues, supervisors, other NHS employees, and patients while respecting their confidentiality
• Flexible attitude to work, hours and duties
• Be able to speak fluent English to an appropriate standard

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge on NHS colour Coding

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience as a cleaner
• Previous NHS experience handling food
• Knowledge on food safety colour coding

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What You'll Do

As a Trainee Advanced Practitioner, you will progressively develop and demonstrate capabilities across the four pillars of advanced practice as described within the NHS England Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Practice in England (2025):

You will develop the capability to work autonomously while remaining an integral member of the wider cardiology team, assessing, investigating, diagnosing, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of patients throughout their inpatient journey.

Clinical Practice

Develop advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic reasoning and decision-making skills.

Undertake comprehensive patient assessments and contribute to the investigation, diagnosis and management of patients with acute and chronic cardiology conditions.

Deliver safe, evidence-based care within agreed clinical pathways, protocols and governance frameworks.

Work towards autonomous practice whilst receiving appropriate clinical supervision and support.

Leadership and Management

Contribute to the development, improvement and transformation of cardiology services.

Demonstrate effective leadership within the multidisciplinary team.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and service evaluation projects that enhance patient outcomes and experience.

Education

Support the learning and development of colleagues and students within the clinical environment.

Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

Share knowledge and promote best practice across professional groups.

Research

Critically appraise evidence and apply research findings to clinical practice.

Participate in audit, service evaluation and research activities within the specialty.

Contribute to the development of evidence-based practice and innovation within cardiology services.

With increasing autonomy throughout the training programme, you will become a key member of the cardiology team, developing the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours required for advanced level practice.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an enthusiastic, adaptable and highly motivated clinician with excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

Current professional registration with an appropriate healthcare regulatory body.

Significant post-registration clinical experience, ideally within Cardiology, acute medicine, critical care or another relevant specialty.

Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to lifelong learning.

The ability to work effectively within a busy and evolving clinical environment.

Strong clinical reasoning, decision-making and problem-solving skills.

A commitment to developing advanced practice capabilities and undertaking Master's level study.

As a Trainee Advanced Practitioner, you will be expected to work towards achieving the capabilities outlined within the NHS England Multi-professional Framework for Advanced Practice in England (2025) across the four pillars of:

Clinical Practice

Leadership and Management

Education

Research

This is a developmental training post in which the successful candidate will deliver advanced-level care under the supervision of experienced Advanced Practitioners and designated medical supervisors, whilst undertaking a recognised MSc in Advanced Practice.

The post holder will develop the knowledge, skills and professional capabilities required to provide expert clinical management and care for patients within Cardiology. Throughout the programme, you will complete an advanced practice portfolio evidencing achievement of the NHS England advanced practice capabilities and specialty-specific competencies.

Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the NHS England Centre for Advancing Practice guidance, including Readiness for Advanced Practice: A Guide for Aspiring and Trainee Advanced Practitioners, prior to application.

The Cardiology Advanced Practitioner ward team provides a seven-day service, working between 07:30 and 20:30, delivering a hybrid model of care alongside the medical team to support cardiology inpatients across their hospital stay.

For an overview of the position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification document. This includes a detailed breakdown of the key responsibilities, role expectations, and the qualifications we are looking for.

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

Essential

• Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
• Completion of Healthcare Degree (or equivalent - Minimum 120 credits at L6 or evidence of Masters level study)
• Committed and eligible for participation in and completion of MSc in area of speciality
• Higher Education Institute approved course in supporting learners in practice or the ability to Provide evidence of: oSupporting a range of learners in practice oSupporting colleagues to promote effective learning in practice
• Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
• Basic keyboard skills with knowledge of Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Significant Post Registration experience within chosen specialty
• Coaching/leadership experience

Desirable

• Completion of HTPA Competencies
• Independent Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
• ILS trained
• Registered on MSc Pathway as an experienced practitioner
• Further study at Level 7 within relevant pathway
• Leadership qualification (RCN, LDC, Edward Jenner, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan)
• Maths and English Level 2 or have recognised equivalence from the ENIC process

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

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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 Southampton NHS Trust

Address

CAR Cardiac Chest Pain

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please refer to the job description and personal specification

• Develop, in collaboration with GCP and Regulatory Compliance Team, the risk based audit programme.
• Continually monitor and assess emerging risks associated with research portfolio and perform triggered audits as required.
• Plan, undertake and produce audit reports both independently and as part of the GCP and Regulatory Compliance Team.
• Create and develop the tools necessary to undertake and report audits.
• Foster positive working relationships with research stakeholders to ensure audit programme is delivered successfully.
• Categorise findings in accordance with Trust standards and escalate major and critical findings where necessary

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience in clinical research
• Recognised GCP training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working to UK Clinical Trials Regulations
• Experience of working in the NHS or relevant clinical / research environment
• Experience of monitoring or auditing clinical trials
• Experience of working across organisational boundaries with multidisciplinary teams

Desirable

• Experience of working with non-commercial clinical studies

Skills Abilities/knowledge

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of UK Clinical trial regulations, GCP and regulatory framework
• Ability to read and understand clinical research protocols
• Ability to summarise and explain complex issues to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Willing and able to coach and train others
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Proficient in the using PC based Windows and Microsoft Office software including Access & PowerPoint
• Ability to work in a proactive manner to identify new risks and issues and flag upwards appropriately
• Ability to work well within a multi-disciplinary team environment
• Able to work under pressure, methodical in approach, with effective problem-solving ability
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Proven ability to organise own work in busy work environment and time critical situations

Other Requirements

Essential

• Flexible to meet the needs of the service (e.g., working ad hoc to support regulatory inspections)
• Able to work on both sites and to be flexible to meet the needs of the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Royal Marsden Sutton

Sutton

SM2 5PT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalmarsden.nhs.uk/working-royal-marsden (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work with qualified therapists for the benefit of the patient and facilitating the patients progression through the treatment plan, within the protocols/ plans set out by the qualified therapist. To be responsible for implementing delegated tasks which form part of the patients treatment programme, reporting back to the supervising therapist prior to progressing to the next stage in the programme. To be responsible for prioritising and planning own daily programme of work. To review caseload on a regular basis and report to senior therapist when concerns are found over new or complex findings. To use your initiative in responding to unforeseen clinical situations. To document interventions accurately and promptly and to keep the overseeing therapists regularly updated as to the patient's progress. To provide cross team cover as required within the limits of competencies. Typical clinical duties might include: 0 Supervising and progressing exercise programmes 0 Gait re-education and progression 0 Administering electrotherapy 0 Assisting and occasionally leading rehabilitation classes 0 Assisting with Aquatic Therapy services. 0 Assisting a therapist with a patient who requires more than one person present for treatment. Typical non-clinical duties might include: Testing and maintaining therapy equipment including regular testing of the hydrotherapy pool and electrotherapy machines. Assisting in the maintenance of health and safety within the department Assisting with administration duties (including photocopying and filing) Providing administration cover on the main reception desk when needed. To ensure that working area is set out appropriately and tidily. Ensure the cleaning standards of the department, gym and Hydrotherapy area are maintained. To demonstrate the mental ability to remain concentrated and focused throughout a working day. To document interventions accurately and promptly and to keep the supervising therapists regularly informed as to the patient's responses. To be responsible for the running of an exercise class, alongside the Therapist or fitness instructor, and report any changes of the patients level of participation promptly. To demonstrate the mental ability to remain concentrated and focused throughout a working day. Monitor stock levels of linen, tape, paperwork and other items used regularly within the therapy department. To demonstrate the physical ability to carry out therapy treatments, this could involve moving and positioning patients. To ensure that requirements of clinical governance are met to promote a service culture in which clinical governance becomes an integral part of normal working. To use appropriate techniques when working with clients who have communication difficulties e.g., hearing impairment and cognitive or perceptual impairment. Obtain consent for therapy from patients after explaining the treatment activity. To be able to motivate and persuade others through effective communication skills. To demonstrate the ability to communicate sensitive information to patients and carers. To liaise with relevant therapists. To be able to manage potentially stressful, upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner. To adhere to trust policies and procedures. To participate in regular supervision sessions with line manager. To participate in annual appraisal and objective setting with line manager, incorporating a personal development plan.

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working with the general public
• Experience of working in an enabling or caring environment

Desirable

• Experience working in a healthcare setting

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Good communication skills - verbal and written with computer literacy
• Evidence of good time management
• Personal integrity (reliable, honest, conscientious)
• Good organisational skills and able to use initiative
• Patient, supportive and empathetic

Training/ Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Hampshire County Hospital

Winchester

SO22 5DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to a GCSE level

Experience

Essential

• Clear, polite spoken manner.
• Problem solving.
• Have excellent planning and organisational skills.
• Perform well under pressure.
• Be Self-motivated and flexible.
• Excellent time management i.e., ability to work effectively to strict deadlines.
• Ability to make decisions under pressure whilst maintaining a positive communication style.
• Be able to work both as part of a team and as an individual.
• Ability to work with highly confidential information
• Committed to excellence
• Ownership willing to take on additional responsibilities.
• Demonstrates commitment to fairness and equality.
• Responsive and positive about change.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a busy GP Surgery is preferable but not essential.

Additional information:

Essential

• Minimum of two years working experience in a patient/customer facing role.
• IT literate MS Word and Excel.
• Dealing with patients/customers.
• High standard of keyboard skills.
• Experience of communicating and liaising politely and positively with internal and external customers/patients face to face and on the telephone, whilst considering the confidential nature of the post.
• Previous management of a small team.
• Previous experience using SystmOne.
• Previous experience of working within the NHS.

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

St. Nicholas Court, Church Lane

Dersingham

King's Lynn

Norfolk

PE31 6GZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting documents for the full Job Description outlining the core responsibilities of this role.

You will thrive in this position if you:

Have a passion for operational leadership within primary care

Enjoy balancing strategic planning with hands-on delivery

Are driven to optimise systems, processes and performance

Value governance, quality and patient safety

Want to lead meaningful, large-scale change

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding senior leadership role within a growing and innovative healthcare partnership, we would welcome your application.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time during the advertising period.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Vaccinations: Mandatory for certain roles; guidance provided for managing risks
• Right to work: Proof of UK eligibility required at interview
• References: Two references required, covering at least the past three years
• Employment history: Notify us of any gaps of 6 weeks or more

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong understanding of NHS guidelines, primary care operations, and service delivery models.
• Experience working within a multi-site GP environment (desirable).
• Project and change management expertise (PRINCE2, LEAN, or equivalent (desirable).
• Significant experience as a Practice Manager, Senior Practice Manager, or equivalent NHS leadership role (essential).

Skills

Essential

• Proven senior leadership experience in healthcare operations, business management, HR, governance, IT, or related fields.
• Experience managing complex teams and delivering change within large organisations.
• Financial and commercial acumen, including budget management and risk assessment.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills at Board level.
• Competent in MS Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word) and other relevant systems.
• Workforce leadership and a focus on quality improvement.
• A collaborative and values-driven leadership style.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Strategic thinker with the ability to balance long-term vision and operational delivery.
• Visionary, proactive, and innovative leader.
• Strong communicator and collaborative relationship builder.
• Committed to staff development, empowerment, and wellbeing.
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Confident operating at both strategic and operational levels.
• Comfortable leading through change and ambiguity.
• Passionate about people, culture and patient care.

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

Modality Partnership

Address

Townhill Medical Practice

Guards Avenue

Caterham

Surrey

CR3 5XL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Leadership and performance management

Provide senior leadership for hospice clinical services, ensuring consistent delivery of compassionate, safe, effective and evidence-based care.

Lead the operational management and performance of clinical services including Adult and Childrens inpatient care, Wellbeing and Day Services, Outreach and complex clinics, therapies and bereavement support.

Take responsibility for clinical governance systems including risk management, incident review, safeguarding, audit, policy development and continuous quality improvement.

Ensure compliance with Care Quality Commission standards, professional codes of practice, medicines management, infection prevention and patient safety requirements.

Provide advice to clinical teams and senior leaders on palliative and end of life care, governance and service delivery.

Build effective working relationships with medical colleagues, multidisciplinary teams, community partners, commissioners, NHS organisations, local authorities and voluntary sector partners.

Monitor, analyse and report on quality, activity, workforce and patient experience metrics, acting where performance improvement is required.

Maintain and develop systems / processes to seek views on hospice services, leading hospice Patient and Public Engagement and experience programme using feedback tools to seek users views and actions required acted upon.

Represent the organisation at internal and external forums.

Service Delivery. Change Management and Service Improvement

Contribute to organisational strategy and business planning; providing strategic leadership across groupwide services

Ensuring clinical workforce is fit for purpose and lead workforce planning, recruitment, retention, appraisal, supervision, capability management and professional development for clinical teams.

Contribute to financial planning and the efficient use of resources.

Responsible for the sustained delivery of budgets through ensuring clinical resources are used effectively.

Lead and support service redesign, pathway development and quality improvement initiatives in response to patient need, national guidance and organisational priorities, including staffing so new and expanded responsibilities are developed where appropriate and skill mix changes implemented as required.

Ensure robust systems in place for Safeguarding (including Vulnerable Adults and Children; Deprivation of Liberty; Mental capacity: Learning Disabilities.

Clinical and Professional Development

Act as a senior professional role model, promoting hospice values, equality, diversity and inclusion, and a culture of continuous improvement and compassionate leadership.

Work in collaboration with Group Board of Directors, Groupwide and service/Team leads.

Ensure systems for staff support and development are embedded within hospice services (e.g. preceptorship, clinical supervision, mentorship and coaching)

Responsible for own professional development and maintaining registration requirements by participating in learning activities.

This job description is intended to describe the main duties and responsibilities of the role and is not an exhaustive list. Duties may change over time in line with service need, organisational priorities and regulatory requirements

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial senior clinical leadership experience in palliative care, hospice care, community services or related healthcare setting
• Significant experience of leading clinical governance, service improvement, quality assurance and regulatory compliance within a regulated service.
• Experience of managing multidisciplinary teams, complex service delivery and organisational change
• Strong understanding of palliative and end of life care standards, safeguarding, patient safety, risk management and quality improvement methodology.
• Experience in budget management, workforce planning and performance management.

Desirable

• Teaching, mentoring coaching or practice development experience
• Experience as a CQC Registered Manager or equivalent regulated service lead.
• Experience of strategic service planning business case development and partnership working across organisational boundaries

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to independently travel across area covered
• Excellent communication, influencing and relationship management skills, including the ability to present complex or sensitive information to as wide range of stakeholders.
• Excellent IT Skills, specifically Microsoft Word, Excel
• Ability to lead strategically while maintaining operational oversight of multiple departments.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets and translate into action.
• High level of emotional intelligence, resilience and professional ambiguity

Desirable

• High level of emotional intelligence, resilience and professional ambiguity

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of Degree level professional qualification in specialist area
• Evidence of Masters level study or equivalent level of experience in leadership, quality, patient safety or healthcare management
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Leadership and/or management development qualification
• Registered Nurse with current registration with NMC

Desirable

• Registered Nurse (Child) or Registered Nurse (Learning Disabilities)

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

Teesside Hospice

Address

1 Northgate Road

Linthorpe

Middlesbrough

TS5 5NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Application Process

Modality Partnership is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a confident, experienced and compassionate nurse who is passionate about improving outcomes for people living with diabetes.

You will need:

• Current NMC registration as an Adult Nurse.
• A recognised post-registration diabetes qualification or demonstrable equivalent specialist diabetes expertise.
• Substantial experience of managing adults with diabetes, including complex Type 2 diabetes.
• Experience operating at Band 6 level or equivalent.
• Experience of insulin management, dose titration and contemporary diabetes treatments.
• Experience of interpreting glucose-monitoring information, including flash monitoring or CGM.
• Knowledge or experience of managing Type 1 diabetes within established specialist or shared-care pathways.
• The ability to undertake comprehensive clinical assessment and formulate clear and safe management plans.
• Strong multidisciplinary working, communication and patient-education skills.
• Experience of supporting, supervising, mentoring or developing colleagues.
• An understanding of clinical governance, patient safety, information governance and evidence-based practice.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Identify diabetes complications and arrange timely investigation, treatment, referral or specialist escalation.
• Work closely with GPs, Consultant Endocrinologists, clinical pharmacists, community teams and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Support the management of hypertension and wider cardiovascular and renal risk in people living with diabetes.
• Provide specialist advice and clinical leadership to nurses, healthcare practitioners and the wider clinical team.
• Contribute to clinical supervision, mentoring, education and competency development.
• Help colleagues develop confidence in insulin management, CGM, diabetes technology, documentation and supported self-management.
• Educate patients, carers and families about diabetes, medicines, insulin administration, glucose monitoring, foot care, lifestyle and the safe use of diabetes technology.
• Use clinical data and audit to identify patients with poor glycaemic control, uncontrolled hypertension, recurrent hypoglycaemia, high cardiovascular or renal risk, or gaps in essential diabetes care.
• Contribute to the development of clinical pathways, policies, templates and service-improvement initiatives.
• Work with the Clinical Director, Medical Director, Head of Operations and wider leadership team to improve and develop the patient journey.

A V300 Independent Prescribing qualification would be desirable but is not essential. Candidates who do not already hold the qualification should be willing to work towards it within an agreed timeframe where required for the role.

Primary-care experience, community diabetes experience, insulin-pump knowledge, diabetic-foot expertise, teaching qualifications and experience of service redesign would also be advantageous.

If you are an experienced diabetes nurse who would value the opportunity to bring specialist care closer to patients, support the development of colleagues and help shape an ambitious primary care diabetes service, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Informal conversations and visits are warmly welcomed.

For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact: Clare Jardin, 01293 771200 or [email protected]

Pre-employment Requirements Vaccinations: Mandatory vaccination evidence is required for this role, including Hepatitis B, MMR, and Varicella.

Right to work: Proof of eligibility to work in the UK is required at interview stage.

References: References must be obtained prior to employment, including one from your current or most recent employer.

Employment history: Any employment gaps of six weeks or more must be declared.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Clinical leadership skills with the ability to support and guide others.
• Clinical skills including cervical cytology, immunisation and vaccination, ear care, and minor surgery.
• Change-management skills with the ability to support patients in making lifestyle changes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to communicate sensitive or difficult information to patients and their families.
• Negotiation and conflict management skills.
• Ability to provide teaching, supervision, and mentorship in a clinical setting.
• Competent IT skills and confidence using digital systems.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional and responsible approach to work.
• Polite, confident, and effective telephone manner.
• Strong team player who works well with others.
• Smart, professional appearance at all times.
• Exercises tact and discretion in all situations.
• Demonstrates initiative and the ability to respond effectively to unforeseen events during a shift.
• Demonstrates flexibility towards new working practices and varying working hours.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse qualification with a minimum of two years post-registration experience.
• At least one year of experience in General Practice or community nursing.
• Experience in nurse-led management of chronic conditions.
• Experience implementing clinical guidelines and protocols.
• Experience in audit activity and quality improvement initiatives.
• Clinical supervision training and experience.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of managing patients with long-term and chronic conditions.
• Understanding of accountability within your own role and the roles of others in Primary Care.
• Knowledge of effective health promotion and preventative care strategies.
• Awareness of local and national health policies and priorities.
• Understanding of the wider health and care system.
• Knowledge of clinical governance principles within Primary Care.
• Understanding of patient group directions and related policies.
• Knowledge of public health principles and population health.
• Ability to recognise factors affecting health within the local community.
• Knowledge of local public health issues and challenges.

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

Modality Partnership

Address

Townhill Medical Practice

Guards Avenue

Caterham

Surrey

CR3 5XL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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