Job description

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Bank General Practitioner to join our team at Gatwick IRC. Gatwick IRC, based in the heart of Gatwick, providing care to around 615 patients across two sites at Brook House and Tinsley House.

Within this role you will be working closely with the multidisciplinary team to provide high quality care for patients. Within this role you will work closely the entire multiple disciplinary team , you will gain insight into Mental Health and Substance Misuse, as well as access to a variety of training opportunities with the opportunity to work towards your RCGP level 2 and other qualifications should you wish.

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Salary

Youll receive an hourly rate of £98.70.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

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Additional Criteria

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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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Brook House

Perimeter Road South

Gatwick

Surrey

RH6 0PQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Paediatric Critical Care (PCC) at OUHincludes 17 co-located Level 2 and 3 critical care beds, delivering a wide range of specialist services to patients from Oxfordshire and the wider Thames Valley and Wessex Paediatric Critical Care Operational Delivery Network (TVW PCC ODN). We are a leading Neurosurgical and Major Trauma Centre and have a vast number of medical and surgical specialities. The unit is undergoing an exciting period of estate and workforce development and investment, with a move into newly built unit within the next 5 years.

SORT Retrieval ServiceOUH PCC Services include the SORT (Southampton Oxford Retrieval Team) service, delivered in collaboration with Southampton across TVW PCC ODN. It is staffed by doctors, ACPs and nurses from both Oxford and Southampton, with Oxford providing a retrieval team 24/7.

Critical Care Outreach Serviceis a team of experienced nurses who support all healthcare professionals in the assessment and management of unwell children across the childrens hospital, emergency department, and neonatal unit, following up and supporting children and families following discharge.

Education, Development and Trainingis provided through a structured competency-based development programme, and we are piloting an inhouse PCC L3 specialist course for nursing staff. Clinical and leadership career development pathways are available. We have a growing team of Advanced Clinical Practitioners who work across PCCU and SORT services at OUH.

The successful candidate will be able to work well within the team and be willing to work a mixed shift pattern including days and nights across the whole week. They will have demonstrable relevant post registration experience with a relevant accredited course for Paediatric Critical Care. They will be a self-motivated and enthusiastic individual with excellent clinical and communication skills, with an ability to lead and motivate others. They will also enjoy teaching and supporting junior staff as well as pre and post registration students.

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSCN (Child)/RN (Adult) NMC Registered
• Recognised UK Paediatric Critical Care Course (e.g. PCCS or HEI accredited)
• Degree level study or working towards a degree

Desirable

• Evidence of commitment to teaching staff and students.

Experience

Essential

• Relevant Critical Care nursing experience

Desirable

• Demonstrates knowledge of value & use of research findings.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of the multi-disciplinary team.

Desirable

• Demonstrates awareness of the qualities required of staff working in Critical Care.
• Insight into managerial issues in relation to people and resources.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Evidence of clinical knowledge in area of speciality, and excellence in practice.
• Experience of leading and supporting a team in clinical area.

Desirable

• Knowledge/experience of: - audit in practice - implementation of quality improvement measures - risk management

Other

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development.

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe Hospital

Headley Way

Oxford

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To work jointly with staff from other agencies in direct work with children and young people and their families.
• To assess child safeguarding issues for each case. To practice within local safeguarding guidelines, sharing and directly referring on concerns when appropriate and participating in multi-agency safeguarding conferences.
• To inform and influence child mental health strategy including the development of joint agency protocols for pathways of care, intervention or treatment, joint planning and collaborative working relationships.
• To participate in identifying service needs and gaps across agencies with regard to children and young peoples mental health.
• To assess child safeguarding issues for each case. To practice within local safeguarding guidelines, sharing and directly referring on concerns when appropriate and participating in multi-agency safeguarding conferences.
• When appropriate within the role to engage in joint work with other specialist CAMHS personnel as agreed with line manager.
• As required, contribute to the triage of CAMHS referrals and other tasks within Getting Advice such as providing advice to families/carers and professionals via the Advice Line
• To comply with the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements of their professional body.
• To comply with any necessary data collection and information sharing across agencies in line with Trust guidelines on confidentiality

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Current registration with the NMC, Allied Health Professional with HCPC registration or UKCP registration and commitment to CPD or relevant professional registration and/or accreditation

Desirable

• Relevant post-registration qualifications relevant to children's and adolescent mental health and systemic therapeutic skills.

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Experience of using assessment skills of mental illness and risk in children and young people
• Working knowledge of how specialist child and adolescent mental health services are organised and operate; where and how they fit into the health and social care community
• Demonstrates experience of assessing risk and developing risk management strategies with young people

Desirable

• Experience gained in working mental health with children young people and families
• Experience of specialist training in delivering evidence-based intervention to children, young people and families

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Good verbal communication skills, able to engage effectively with young people, families and carers as well as professionals from a wide range of services
• Mobile with the facility to move quickly across a geographically dispersed area with limited access to public transport.

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Barton Hill Settlement

Ducie Road

Bristol

BS5 0AX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Pharmacist - Job Description

Responsible to: This role is directly employed by the North West Leicestershire GP Federation and the post holder will work for the North West Leicestershire PCN.

Job Summary

The post holder is a pharmacist, who acts within their professional boundaries, supporting and working alongside a team of pharmacists in general practice. In this role they will be supported by Lead and Senior clinical pharmacists who will develop, manage and mentor them.

The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role. The post holder will take responsibility for areas of chronic disease management within the practice and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage patients with complex polypharmacy.

The post holder will provide primary support to general practice staff with regards to prescription and medication queries. They will help support the repeat prescriptions system, and medicines reconciliation on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, providing expertise in clinical medicines advice while addressing both public and social care needs of patients in the GP practice(s).

The post holder will provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement and manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services.

The post holder will ensure that the practice integrates with community and hospital pharmacy to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage workload. The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within general practice.

The post holder will be supported to develop their role to become a non-medical prescriber.

Please see attached document for full job description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in general practice setting
• An appreciation of the nature of primary care prescribing, concepts of rational prescribing and strategies for improving prescribing.
• Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiating skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions.
• Good IT skills.
• Able to obtain and analyse complex technical information
• Recognises priorities when problem solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to seniors or GPs when appropriate.
• Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Gain acceptance for recommendations and influence/motivate/ persuade the audience to comply with the recommendations/ agreed course of action where there may be significant barriers.
• Work effectively independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision.

Desirable

• In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based healthcare.
• Demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an understandable form to a variety of audiences (e.g. patients).
• Produce timely and informative reports.

Other

Essential

• Self-Motivated
• Adaptable
• In date DBS
• Up to date safeguarding adult and children level three training (will be an essential requirement of role)
• Have immunisation status
• Up to date basic life support training

Desirable

• Full Driving Licence
• Up to date Information Governance training

Qualifications

Essential

• Mandatory registration with General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) which includes revalidation.

Desirable

• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.
• A member of, or working towards, Faculty membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society.
• Specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate diploma level or equivalent training/experience.
• Independent prescriber or working towards/intent on gaining an independent prescribing qualification.
• Ideally completed PCPEP.

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

North West Leicestershire GP Federation

Address

Long Lane Surgery

Beacon House

Long Lane

Coalville

Leicestershire

LE67 4DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In addition to the requirements mentioned in the overview you may also be required to:

Participate in practice audit

Support administrative staff providing cover during staff absences

Action incoming emails

Scan patient information to the record

Complete opening and closing routines

A full job description is available on request

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade 4 and above in English and Maths

Desirable

• Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care
• Previous experience of a GP surgery

Employer details

Employer name

Lambourn Surgery

Address

Bockhampton Road

Lambourn

Hungerford

Berkshire

RG17 8PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• A degree or higher in psychology, conferring eligibility to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society

Desirable

• Attendance at specialist short courses relevant to the post (e.g. Trauma Informed Care, Structured Clinical Management, DBT training, CBT training).

Experience

Essential

• At least six months as an assistant psychologist or psychological well-being practitioner in adult mental health or forensic services.
• Experience of working in a multi-cultural service

Desirable

• Experience in working with people with a diagnosis of personality disorder.
• Experience of working with interpreters
• Experience of carrying out audit or research.
• Conducting service-related research.

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to understand a number of psychological models and their applications for service users with severe and enduring mental health problems and challenging behaviour.
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
• Able to draw upon a specific theoretical knowledge base in the analysis of facts or situations to arrive at appropriate formulations, under clinical supervision
• Up to date knowledge of psychological research and national guidance relevant to the client group
• Awareness of the potential impact of discrimination and disadvantage on mental health

Skills

Essential

• High level communication skills (both written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive and potentially contentious information to service users in a way that addresses psychological resistance and the propensity of the service users towards hostile reactions.
• Able to make judgements based on psychological knowledge, clinical information and environmental events within a session and make decisions on this basis e.g. with regard to feedback to nursing or other staff.
• Implement appropriate psychological assessment and interventions relevant to the client group
• Be flexible and adapt approach according to need
• Able to plan, and organise straightforward tests and activities.
• Able to manage their own time.
• Able to administer psychological tests using co-ordination and other psychomotor skills.
• Able to operate video equipment.
• Able to use word processing, database and test/administration scoring software.

Personal

Essential

• Able to sit for lengthy periods of time while demonstrating active listening skills.
• Able to maintain light physical effort for short periods.
• Able to maintain intense concentration frequently with service users (e.g. in the assessment and treatment of mentally disordered offender service users).
• Able to function in potentially traumatic circumstances and in highly emotionally distressing circumstances on a frequent basis (e.g. in dealing with service users with serious mental illness, histories of homicide and serious violence, self-harm, sexual abuse).
• Able to provide services in a secure environment with service users who are disturbed and sometimes violent and where the awareness of the risk of assault must always be maintained.
• Able to "hold" the stress of service users compulsorily detained in a secure hospital.
• Able to respond adaptably to rapidly changing service demands.

Desirable

• An interest in working with people with mental health problems or other disabilities.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of the professional code of conduct of the BPS.
• Capable of being guided by precedent, clearly defined policies, procedures and codes of conduct.
• Able to accept the professional advice and guidance of qualified psychologists.
• Ability to discuss personal reactions (thoughts, feelings, behaviours) in clinical supervision, reflective practice, formulation meetings to plan safer therapeutic care.

Desirable

• A desire to explore a career in professional psychology and progress to clinical associate psychologist training or a doctorate training course in psychology.

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

West London NHS Trust

Address

St Bernard's Hospital

London

UB1 3EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 25th August 2026

Closing date : 8th September 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Completion of a competency-based programme within probationary period OR equivalent demonstrable experience
• Knowledge of care related procedures, clinical observation, relevant legislation

Desirable

• evel 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject OR a portfolio of equivalent demonstrable experience

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to undertake PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Effective Time Management

Desirable

• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Accurate record keeping skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous care experience
• Person centred care approach
• Understanding of mental health and/or learning disabilities needs
• Safeguarding knowledge
• Awareness of carer needs

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Carleton Clinic/Lillyhall Business Centre

Carlisle / Workington

CA1 3SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 25th August 2026

Closing date : 8th September 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Completion of a competency-based programme within probationary period OR equivalent demonstrable experience
• Knowledge of care related procedures, clinical observation, relevant legislation

Desirable

• Level 3 qualification in a healthcare related subject OR a portfolio of equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous care experience
• Person centred care approach
• Understanding of mental health and/or learning disabilities needs
• Safeguarding knowledge
• Awareness of carer needs

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to undertake PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) training
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Effective Time Management

Desirable

• Ability to prioritise tasks
• Accurate record keeping 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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Carleton Clinic

Cumwhinton Drive

Carlisle

CA1 3SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• GCSE Maths & English or equivalent
• IT and/or Microsoft Office qualification
• NVQ 2 Business Admin and/or NVQ Customer Service 1/2

Experience

Essential

• Experience of dealing with the general public

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a hospital or other clinical healthcare setting
• Previous use of Northern Care Alliance IT systems

Skills

Essential

• Basic IT skills required for this role

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the data protection act and it's importance in a hospital setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Royal Hospital

Stott Lane

Salford

M6 8HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To utilise the full skills of a midwife as laid down in the World Health Organisations definition of a midwife to ensure individualised care for women and families.
• To be responsible for the management of individualised care to a defined group of mothers and babies by using the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating processes within the multidisciplinary framework.
• Patterns of shift work will be required to enable a twenty-four hour service, this will also include on-calls.
• To develop with colleagues new practice initiatives that are evidenced based ensuring a first class quality service.
• To maintain clinical competence and responsibility for professional development in all areas of midwifery to ensure continuing professional development, meeting the standards set by the knowledge and skills framework in Band 5 and enable progression to Band 6.
• To facilitate a conducive environment for all learners, enabling staff to reach their full potential to enable career progression.
• To develop and maintain good working relationships with colleagues and attend meetings whist promoting a positive team spirit.
• To make efficient and effective use of resources with regular review of personal and service objectives ensuring personal annual appraisal and Professional Midwifery Advocate reviews are performed.
• To maintain a safe working environment in accordance with risk management and statutory Guidelines, reporting and acting on all accidents and incidents whilst maintaining accurate records.
• Adhere to the NMC Code and meet the Standards of Proficiency for Midwives

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Newly Qualified Midwife
• UK Midwifery Qualification
• NMC Registration
• Demonstrates patient focused approach
• NIPE
• Delivery of evidence- based practice

Desirable

• Evidence of study day attendance outside of Midwifery Programme

Clinical skills and experience

Essential

• Patient focused approach
• Basic IT skills
• Well-developed verbal & written communication skills
• Ability to develop working relationships with others
• Time management and personal organisation skills
• Vascular access including venepuncture & cannulation Catheterisation IV medication
• Knowledge of the management of obstetric emergencies

Knowledge

Essential

• NMC Code
• Standards of Proficiency for Midwives
• SSSA
• Clinical Governance
• Risk Management Understanding of current issues in Midwifery
• Awareness of the role of the Professional Midwifery Advocate

Desirable

• CQC Survey

Other requirements

Essential

• To be aware of and adhere to the Trust's Vision, Mission & Values
• Current understanding of key issue facing the NHS both locally and Nationally
• Calm under pressure, ability to work flexibly and collaboratively and good interpersonal 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

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road

Ashford

TN24 0LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Overall Job Purpose

The Strategic People Change Partner (SPCP) will serve as a key strategic partner to senior leadership within several transformation programmes, working closely with SROs and Clinical Directors, as well as People Business Partners, Organisational Development colleagues and senior operational and clinical leaders across the Trust.

The postholder will align transformation objectives together with the organisations wider strategic goals including the AWP Great Place to Work strategic priority. and the Clinical Groups goals and objectives.

This strategic partnership role will provide leadership, advice and expertise on all workforce related matters relating to transformation. This includes shaping workforce plans, enabling and driving engaging change processes, developing comprehensive workforce plans and ultimately ensuring that that transformation changes are delivered and sustained through an inclusive, engaging and compassionate approach.

The ability to encapsulate the concept of matrix working across the People Services, Transformation, and Divisional teams will be crucial to the delivery of the role.

Transformation Programme Delivery

The SPCP partners with the SRO role will ensure that transformation programme benefits are realised, including tens of millions of pounds of savings over several years, potentially a reduction of the workforce of at least 10%.

They will be the professional lead on the workforce components of programme delivery, including strategic workforce planning, OD informed change, and engagement strategies aligned to programme milestones.

Partnering with SROs, the SPCP will define, baseline and track workforce-related benefits, including financial savings, productivity improvements and workforce efficiencies. Leading the development of workforce inputs to business cases and programme plans, ensuring alignment to clinical, operational and financial outcomes, establishing and maintaining workforce benefits realisation frameworks, including KPIs, reporting and tracking mechanisms.

The role will support transformation governance, working with the transformation programme teams on identifying and mitigating workforce risks, interdependencies, benefits registers, etc.,ensuring workforce issues are appropriately considered at project and programme meetings and act as the subject matter expert on workforce at programme boards and governance forums.

The SPCPs will be the named workforce expert leads on specific programmes, covering the whole trust-wide portfolio between them. They will be expected to work closely together to ensure that there is cross cover for programmes during absences, that programmes adopt consistent approaches to workforce transformation plans, and that cross-programme workforce interdependencies, opportunities and economies are identified.

It is vital that the SPCP takes into account business as usual divisional and trust-wide workforce matters (changes, pressures, problems, etc.) in understanding and responding to the context in which transformation is being designed and delivered, integrating operational workforce intelligence (e.g. vacancies, turnover, industrial relations issues) into transformation design and delivery. They will work collaboratively with People Business Partners, OD and divisional teams to ensure alignment between transformation and operational workforce priorities.

Workforce Planning

The SPCP will be responsible for ensuring that each programme has a comprehensive strategic workforce plan, that dovetails with any divisional workforce plans, and includes a workforce development plan, ensuring plans clearly articulate future workforce models, transition pathways and measurable outcomes.

They will provide expertise to facilitate clinical leads in effective organisation design, that enables the delivery of the future clinical model / strategy.

Working closely with the Clinical Lead for Mental Health Workforce, they will use a broad range of workforce data and performance metrics to inform this process, apply evidence-based workforce planning methodologies, analyse and interpret complex workforce datasets (e.g. ESR, productivity, agency usage) to inform decision-making and utilise recognised frameworks (CIPD, NHSE, HEE) to ensure best practice and benchmarking.

The strategic workforce plans will consider alternative skills mixes, new and advanced roles, flexible and multidisciplinary workforce models, partnerships with voluntary and community organisations and digital opportunities. This will include a clear workforce development plan that details how skills and capabilities will be developed to meet future needs and is developed with input and support from Learning and Development colleagues and professional leads.

Workforce Change, Engagement and communication

A critical part of the SPCPs role will be to ensure that transformation changes are approached in an inclusive, engaging and compassionate way, reinforcing the Great Place to Work strategic priority and principles.

Using an Organisational Development informed approach, tools and expertise, the changes will maximise engagement from the workforce and embrace co-design principles, taking into account workplace culture, history and norms, and using data to identify risks and hotspots.

The SPCP will lead on a workforce engagement and communications plan that ensures the transformation changes are designed, adopted and sustained effectively and in a timely way. This will include coaching leaders and line managers in progressive engagement and communication approaches, and designing engagement events and communications, undertaking stakeholder analyses, etc. They will work closely with the Great Place to Work programme leads, the Associate Director for Retention and Organisational Development, and the Communications teams on this.

The SCPC will work with divisional leads to ensure that there is a commitment to deliver equality and inclusiveness in all aspects of service line activity including service provision and the approach to the process of change, ensuring completion of equality impact assessments and addressing disparities.

The SPCP will also be responsible for ensuring that transformation plans are realistic and legally compliant in terms of workforce structural changes, redundancy and consultation processes, working closely with HRBP teams and engaging their expertise and support on this, and working proactively with Trades Unions under positive partnership working principles, thereby reducing the risk of adverse employee relations cases and tribunal processes.

Because of the seniority of this post the postholder may be required to participate in on-call arrangements, after suitable training

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MCIPD or equivalent / potential

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience of the planning and delivery of the workforce aspects of business / service changes in a large complex organization.
• Comprehensive experience of transformation programmes and projects governance and approaches.
• Experience of developing and implementing workforce plans and strategies.
• Knowledge of OD and change management approaches and tools in a complex change programme 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.

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Bath NHS House

Newbridge Hill

Bath

BA1 3QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right hand side

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent
• Full Registration with GMC
• MRCS
• ALS

Desirable

• ATLS

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years of Surgical Core Training or higher

Desirable

• Experience in General Surgery at ST3+ level

Skills

Essential

• Good IT skills
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to the appropriate standard necessary to fulfil the job requirements
• Ability to present at departmental meetings
• Knowledge of audit process
• An understanding of the principles of clinical research

Desirable

• Participation in a previous audit project
• Previous participation in research projects and/or publications

Knowledge

Essential

• Good level of broad based Surgical knowledge

Other

Essential

• Ability to communicate with patients and relatives

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Epsom and St Helier Hospital

Wrythe Ln

Sutton

SM5 1AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

******We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process.

This role has been assigned occupation code 9231 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance, it is strongly unlikely that the criteria required to support Skilled Worker visa sponsorship will be met for this vacancy.

For further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit:Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK. Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE's or equivalent including English and Maths

Desirable

• Recognised security qualification, SIA licence holder
• CCTV operator licence
• Restrictive intervention/Safe holding qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a customer service environment

Desirable

• Previous hospital security experience

Skills

Essential

• Ability to effectively communicate and interact with others (both verbally and written)
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to follow instruction and direction

Desirable

• Knowledge, familiarity with Data Protection Act
• Knowledge of CCTV systems

Personal Attributes

Essential

• To have a flexible approach to work
• The ability to work on own initiative
• Team member approach with a helpful attitude

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

Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Western Bank

Sheffield

S10 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal to the organisation and external, including:

• Medical Staff
• Multidisciplinary Teams (outreach or Inpatient)
• Services Users and Carers
• Health and Social Care teams
• Third sector/voluntary agencies
• Community groups and local authority provision
• Other statutory agencies e.g. Police, Ministry of Justice etc.

Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with a wide range of people, including outside agencies, sometimes requiring tact and persuasive skills where there may be barriers to understanding or agreement.

Exchange verbal and written information with patients, staff and carers relating to appointments, admissions and meetings etc.

Provide and receive routine and complicated information, including dealing with enquiries from external stakeholders and the public. This may include sensitive information.

Work within a multi-disciplinary environment ensuring that communication with appropriate team members is effective.

To receive and open mail (paper and electronic as necessary) and distribute/despatch accordingly ensuring appropriate action is taken with high priority items.

To manage both telephone and face to face contacts with distressed service users in a supportive and empathetic manner.

Exercise judgement when dealing with patient inquires, analyse and resolve non-clinical patient problems including resolving conflicting diary appointments or schedules, clinics, meetings, tribunals etc.

Manage the organisation of key meetings including business meetings and conferences, grievance hearings etc. and compile and prepare agendas and supporting papers for meetings.

Type patient reports/correspondence/e-mails as required, deal with telephone/face to face enquiries from patients. Input accurate and up to date patient data onto the RiO system.

Interpret and advise on data and office management functions and implement relevant procedures.

Consider line management issues and decide on a course of action to be taken.

Day to Day line management of Clinical Services Administrators as required:

• Carry out supervision sessions on a monthly basis
• Undertake appraisals
• Provide immediate guidance and assistance in problem solving
• Agree/monitor absences in regard to annual leave, flexi time, sickness
• Workload management

Prepare and present reports and a range of complex information in a range of formats including the production of scorecards, KPIs, performance reports and ad-hoc reports.

Collect performance data and produce monthly performance reports as required and directed by the Business Coordinator.

Ensure that appropriate systems are developed and maintained to prompt bring forward information or follow-up that is required for appointments, meetings and projects etc. and for outstanding work that has been requested by a certain deadline.

Take and distribute formal minutes as necessary.

Authorised signatory for small payments, timesheets.

Set up and manage effective office

Management/filing systems to support the service delivery.

May need to arrange rotas/staff cover.

Plans own workload to ensure that weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual tasks are met.

Prioritise workload with particular consideration to issues arising and responding to shifting priorities appropriately.

Assist patients during incidental contact, to provide non-clinical advice or information to patients/relatives or carers.

Please see attached Job Description for full details

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English
• NVQ 3 in Business Administration or similar relevant qualification or equivalent competence acquired by experience or willingness to undertake NVQ 3 Administration Qualification under the Trust Apprenticeship Scheme

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communications skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to take and convey clear messages
• Ability to prioritise and work to conflicting demands without direct supervision
• Good IT Skills - competent in Word, Excel, Powerpoint. Dexterity co-ordination for keyboard skills or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the full range of routine and non-routine admin and secretarial procedures
• Excellent computer and IT skills to enable the production of reports and spread sheets.
• Experience of using specialist Intermediate theoretical knowledge of admin terminology and organisational procedures to enable problem solving etc.
• Line management experience.

Desirable

• Administration experience in a health/social care setting.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Specialised LD IP Kingfisher Service

Blackberry Hill Hospital

Bristol

BS16 2EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work in a team primarily within MRI, responsible for their own practice within Radiology Directorate protocols and procedures in line with trust and national policies. In addition to that, expected to train and supervise junior members of staff, students and other trainees visiting the department and will be the authorised person in the MRI department in line with MHRA guidelines.

Post holder required to complete clinical competency and complete inductions and take part in the annual appraisal process with personal development plan. Once competency completed and signed, post holder will work without director supervision or support in out of hours service, required to work on a mobile scanner as and when necessary to support the service.

The post holder required to perform a range of MRI procedures including complex clinical cases as required with in the MRI services, managing patients priority as appropriate. To contribute towards effective and responsive delivery of MRI services to patients and carry out a wide range of complex duties, acting on their own initiative, and using a wide range of professional, analytical and reasoning skills when judging a variety of complex clinical issues.

To assist in and manage workflow and ensure all data inputs are recorded for both patient record integrity and statistical evaluation purposes. To promote the highest professional and technical standards in the department using personal example.

Demonstrate partnership in professional development issues maintaining a high level of technical and theoretical skills through personal CPD. To participate in the Governance of the Department in areas including Risk Management, Health and Safety, Research and Audit activities.

Assisting Senior Radiographic colleagues, superintendent Radiographers, principal Radiographers in the organisation and function of day-to-day management in the radiological sciences.

To be a key member of the MRI team.

To take responsibility of MRI safety screening and ensure all patients are safety checked and suitable for MRI scan.

To supervise and support junior staff and promote maintenance of an efficient, effective and high-quality service for all users.

To manage and report as appropriate any equipment/power failure.

To actively promote and participate in clinical audit.

To undertake all MRI examinations as directed to an acceptable standard and seek guidance as appropriate. Aim to achieve and promote quality in all aspects of the Radiology service incorporating clinical tutorials.

To ensure the safety of self, staff and service users with regard to the use of ionising radiations in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act and Local Rules of the Radiological Safety Committee. To produce high quality images which are accurately labelled and appropriate for the indicated pathology.

To ensure completion of all mandatory training and competency to use the required equipment. To take part in the appraisal process.

To participate, as required, in Directorate Role Development programmes, e.g. IV training.

To have responsibility for providing and maintaining a high-quality MRI service. To liaise with other staff groups and departments within the Trust as required.

• To attend statuary training days and fulfil CPD commitment. To keep up to date with current imaging, professional and hospital issues.

To undertake all MRI examinations as directed by Consultant Radiologists, Principal MRI Radiographer, Superintendent Radiographers, senior colleagues and work collaborate with other interprofessional colleagues.

To develop expertise and practical competence within MRI, which may involve post graduate study.

To care for patients needs, attend to their welfare and ensure that you encourage and practice 'first time right' Radiography. Strive to achieve and promote 'quality' in all aspects of the Radiography service incorporating clinical tutorials and appropriate meetings.

To be able to communicate information and instructions to patients and their relatives to undertake radiographic examinations effectively. Particularly where there are significant barriers to understanding, such as cognitive impairment or illness, hearing or sight impairment and those who are anxious or in pain.

To ensure safety of self, staff and patients/visitors with regard to the use of MRI scanning equipment and adhering to MHRA and local Operational guidelines.

To use all equipment in a safe and competent manner in accordance with good practice adhering to MHRA and local Operational Guidelines.

To report any operational problems, deal with room breakdowns and accidents, completing all relevant paperwork.

To adhere to and apply all relevant Health and Safety legislation and guidance.

To maintain strictest confidence when dealing with patients, staff and other Health Service business information in accordance with both Trust Policy and the Data ProtectionLegislation

To use and instruct others on the required functions of the computerised Radiology Patient Administration System and Radiology Information System i.e. PACS and RIS.

To actively participate in the education and training of all staff, including the Directorate Preceptor Programme for newly qualified staff.

The post holder will ensure compliance with the Trusts risk management policies and procedures. These describe the Trusts commitment to risk management, the recognition that our aim is to protect patients, staff and visitors from harm, and stress that all staff have a responsibility to minimise risk.

To train and supervise the clinical work/assessment of student radiographers/assistant practitioners.

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Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Degree in Diagnostic Radiography (or equivalent)
• HCPC Registration
• Trust/National Cannulation and Venepuncture qualifications

Desirable

• Post Graduate level qualification in MRI
• Willingness to undertake post graduate study in MRI or other external courses as appropriate for the post, if not already held

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 3 months' full-time work experience within MRI
• Supervisory experience in Similar Environment/ NHS/ Multidiscipline organisation

Desirable

• Minimum three years post qualification experience

Skills

Essential

• Experienced and confident in Neuro Imaging
• Experienced and confident in Body Imaging
• Experienced and confident in Vascular Imaging
• Experienced and confident in in Breast Imaging
• Experienced and confident in Paediatric Imaging

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of Advanced MRI imaging technology and current advancement
• Up to date knowledge in MRI safety and practice
• Ability to manage IT systems in a complex hospital environment Medical Terminology

Desirable

• Operation of RIS and PACS
• Complex computerised ordering systems

Other

Essential

• Upholds and models the Trust values. Smart and presentable
• Willingness to travel across to other Acute / non-Acute sites of EKHUFT and CDC

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kent & Canterbury Hospital - Rotational within MRI service across the trust

Ethelbert Rd,

Canterbury

CT1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

This is a varied role combining stakeholder engagement, communications, operational management and programme coordination, offering the opportunity to support innovative projects that improve patient care and drive digital transformation across UCLH and the wider NHS.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Degree and/or an appropriate professional qualification or equivalent
• Knowledge of stakeholder engagement, communications, or marketing acquired through qualification to post graduate diploma level or equivalent relevant experience
• Sustained record of continued professional development

Experience

Essential

• Planning and delivering stakeholder engagement activities in a complex organisation,
• Experience working in an NHS and/or a research environment
• Experience of working with academic or research partners
• Operating intake, selection, or application processes
• Producing professional communications materials
• Providing support to governance forums or committees
• Experience working in a programme or portfolio environment
• Experience drafting funding grants

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Strong organisational skills managing multiple workstreams
• Influencing, persuasion and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work flexibly in a changing environment
• IT literacy (Microsoft Office, SharePoint, project management tools)
• Ability to form excellent stakeholder relationships

Communication

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to present information clearly to diverse audiences

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly across UCLH and UCL sites

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 College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

250 Euston Road

London

NW1 2PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing assessment, treatment, care planning and health advice.
• Undertake wound assessment, dressing and management, including complex and chronic wounds.
• Perform venepuncture/phlebotomy.
• Undertake cervical screening in accordance with national guidance.
• Carry out 68 week baby checks and provide appropriate health and parenting advice.
• Conduct NHS Health Checks and other health screening.
• Support the management and annual review of long-term conditions, including diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension and coronary heart disease.
• Administer childhood and adult immunisations, including seasonal influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations, in accordance with current guidance.
• Undertake travel health assessments and provide travel vaccinations within scope of competence.
• Provide appropriate contraceptive and sexual health advice.
• Undertake ear irrigation/ear wax removal where appropriately trained.
• Record and monitor clinical observations and recognise changes in a patient's condition.
• Identify and appropriately escalate patients who are acutely unwell or deteriorating.
• Administer medications and treatments safely in accordance with prescriptions and practice protocols.
• Provide patients with clear information regarding their condition, treatment and self-management.
• Promote preventative healthcare, including healthy lifestyle advice, smoking cessation and weight management.
• Provide chaperoning and clinical support to GPs and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate, confidential and contemporaneous clinical records.
• Adhere to safeguarding, infection prevention and control, information governance and clinical governance requirements.
• Participate in clinical audits, quality improvement activities, practice meetings and continuing professional development.
• Work collaboratively with the wider practice and multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality patient care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current professional registration.
• Minimum of 3 years' proven experience working as a General Practice Nurse within a GP/primary care setting.
• Experience working independently within a busy primary care environment.
• Demonstrable experience in cervical cytology, new baby checks and NHS Health Checks.
• Experience in long-term condition management
• Experience in wound care, including complex and chronic wounds.
• Competence in phlebotomy/venepuncture.
• Experience administering adult and childhood immunisations.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to recognise and appropriately escalate deteriorating patients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding, infection control and clinical governance.
• Commitment to continuing professional development.

Desirable

• Experience in travel health and travel vaccinations.
• Experience providing contraceptive and sexual health services.
• Competence in ear irrigation/ear wax removal.
• Experience contributing to clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Additional relevant primary care or nursing qualifications.

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

Queen Mary Practice

Address

South Woodford Health Centre

114 High Road

South Woodford

LONDON

E18 2QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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