Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see full job description attached.

Right to WorkPlease note that this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker sponsorship under current UK immigration rules. Therefore, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.

Person Specification

Person specification

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English and Maths (GCSE or equivalent)
• Experience of maintaining accurate records and using administrative systems and software such as word / excel / Power point/ outlook and teams
• Experience of working as part of a team and following established procedures
• Experience of dealing with customers or service users in a professional manner

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant administrative training, learning or experience
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in Business Administration, Customer Service, HR or related subject
• Experience of working in an NHS or public sector 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.

Employer details

Employer name

The Hillingdon Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Mark's Hospital HR, 8th Floor

Northwick Park Hospital, Watford Road

Brent

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thh.nhs.uk/index.php (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Good literacy and numeracy, general education
• Educated to NVQ3 in admin or equivalent combination of NVQ2, courses and experience

Experience

Essential

• Secretarial/administrative experience in an office environment
• Experience of working with the general public in a customer service role
• Experience of inputting to databases, spreadsheets and/or other IT Systems and business applications used in the office environment

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health care environment

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the need for confidentiality
• Ability to create and structure office systems e.g. filing, stationery and equipment ordering
• Competent in the use of Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook )
• Accurate copy typing
• Able to work at speed whilst maintaining accuracy (assessed via a test at interview)
• Able to prepare routine correspondence independently

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

The Medical Centre

Woodfield Road

London

W9 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Ensure patients and careers are treated with dignity and respect and in keeping with the RWT approach and Macmillan values.
• Provide dedicated and knowledgeable support to patients receiving care and treatment at RWT
• Demonstrate a broad understanding of cancer treatments offered within RWT and tertiary centres.
• Co-ordinate the transfer of care between service teams, or facilitation of service provision across interfaces of care for example primary and secondary care
• Refer to other team members when appropriate and following discussion with the Clinical Nurse Specialist.
• Develop good working relationships and liaison between other departments and Healthcare professionals within the RWT
• Assess patients using Holistic Needs Assessment Tool and document accordingly.
• Participate in initiatives to explore patient experience and service feedback
• Use computer skills to document assessments.
• Identify with the Clinical Nurse Specialist those patients requiring a Holistic Needs Assessment and support those requiring Level 1-2 psychological support within own skill base.
• Keep all assessments up to date electronically and maintain database.
• Organise own workload and be able to update Clinical Nurse Specialists of progress in line with agreed work plan.
• Monitor and check appointments and diagnostic tests are booked and undertaken in an appropriate and timely manner.
• Ensure patients receive timely and appropriate information in regard to their diagnosis and treatment and signpost to appropriate supportive leaflets and literature.
• Respond to telephone queries by a model of triage and appropriate referral to CNS or other allied healthcare professional.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation.
• Communicate directly with patients, relatives and carers demonstrating empathy, understanding and respect. Information discussed and received will often require tact or persuasive skills, to ensure safety and understanding around treatment side effects as well as an understanding of complex information around treatment options and end of life care.
• Assist in the discharge planning of patients with appropriate community follow up for their psychological needs or support.
• Participation in obtaining and collating patient satisfaction with care using questionnaires, results of Friends and Family Test and new patient experience tools such as Evidence Based Design.
• Assist the CNSs with the implementation of Treatment Summary Records
• Maintain stock levels of relevant assessment tools, psychological support exercises and relevant Macmillan & local support information within the clinical areas.
• Be aware of the particular physical and psychological needs of the patient, observe and listen and report on any changes to the patients condition or concerns, alerting the CNS or registered nursing staff so that any necessary treatment and/or reassurance can be given to maintain patient safety/well-being. This will involve prioritising a patients clinical and psychological symptoms and judging how best to action any concerns when there may not be a straightforward choice of options.
• Plan and organise own workload to ensure patient needs are prioritised. Plan and organise own day to day workload, which will also involve liaising with several other healthcare professionals and external agencies. Develop patient care plans, based on information discussed within an Holistic Needs Assessment.
• Help patients and relatives overcome barriers to understanding when English is not their first language.
• Reporting all complaints and untoward occurrences as per trust policy.
• Participation in Macmillan training and education opportunities for self-development and shared experience.
• Participate in other duties to reflect an evolving healthcare service as appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent level including Maths and English (C/Level 4 )

Desirable

• Educated to diploma level or relevant experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with patients with cancer
• Relevant experience in a clinical setting and basic medical terminology
• Experience of multi- professional working
• Ability to show empathy and understand the difficulties faced by people with cancer
• Experience of managing emotionally distressing and complex situations

Communication

Essential

• Excellent communicator both face-to-face, telephone and email.
• Good observational skills
• Ability to use tact and empathy

Flexibility

Essential

• Required to work flexibly to meet unpredictable demands of service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Wolverhampton Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

In accordance with the practice timetable, the GP will work autonomously, delivering care within their scope of practice to the patient population. Contributing towards clinical areas such as health promotion, chronic disease management, health prevention, well-women and well man clinics as well as supporting the management team in the reviewing of clinical policy and procedure.

• Manage patients presenting with a range of acute and chronic medical conditions, providing subject matter expert advice to patients
• Implement and evaluate individual specialised treatment plans for chronic disease patients
• Identify, manage and support patients as risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects on the patients health
• Provide advanced, specialist nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
• Provide wound care (ulcer /Doppler etc.) to patients
• Provide specialist clinics such as ear syringing, contraception etc.
• Undertake the collection of pathological specimens
• Provide travel medicine services
• Request pathology services as necessary
• Process and interpret pathology and other test results as required
• Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary / specialist care as required
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation
• Ensure read codes are used effectively
• Maintain chronic disease registers
• Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
• Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
• Recognise, assess and refer patients presenting with mental health needs
• Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children
• Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
• Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies
• Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
• Extended and supplementary prescriber, adhering to extant guidance
• Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice), reviewing annually as required
• Contribute to practice targets (QOF etc.), complying with local and regional guidance
• Liaise with external services / agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety.
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice.
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service deliver and patient care.
• Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach i.e. root cause analysis (RCA).
• Drives the development of nursing services within the practice, liaising with external agencies and professional organisations are required
• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

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 will 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 adopt a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to):

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.
• Awareness of national standards of infection control and cleanliness and regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines.
• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and ensuring correct use of PPE by others.
• Hand hygiene standards for self.
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks across clinical and patient process.
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills, and initiate and manage the training of others across the full range of infection control and patient processes.
• Safe management of sharps use, storage and disposal.
• Maintenance of own clean working environment.
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy, clean and sterile, and safe way, free from hazards. Initiation of remedial / corrective action where needed or escalation to responsible management.
• Actively identifying, reporting, and correction of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised.
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, sterile, identifying issues and hazards / risks in relation to other work areas within the business, and assuming responsibility in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness across the business in consultation (where appropriate) with responsible managers.
• Undertaking periodic infection control training.
• Correct waste and instrument management including handling, segregation, and container use.
• Maintenance of sterile environments.

Equality and Diversity:

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

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

Personal/professional development:

In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements CPD and revalidation are met, the post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training may include:

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

Quality:

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

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

Communication:

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will:

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

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

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

"No canvassing or recruitment agencies, please."

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) with a license to practise
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List
• MRCGP qualification (or equivalent)
• Right to work in the UK

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

Primary Care Management Solutions Ltd

Address

Chiltern House Medical Centre

45-47 Temple End

High Wycombe

HP13 5DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To escort patients within the department chaperoning wherenecessary and be responsible for patient comfort and well being.
2. To assist in undressing and redressing of patients.
3. To assist patients to use toilet facilities as appropriate.
4. To assist patients on and off ultrasound table before and after procedures.
5. To communicate effectively with patients by listening to their concerns, reassuring them by giving information and where appropriate eliciting and communicating information to other members of the Directorate team as appropriate.
6. To collect, collate and file patient documentations as required.
7. To input and retrieve patient information using the computerised radiology patient information system and the hospital information support system.
8. Setting up and assisting with Interventional procedures as required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 (or equivalent) in Healthcare

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of direct patient care
• An understanding of patient confidentiality

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients and staff of varying levels of understanding
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to undertake training to meet the competencies required for this 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.

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

LUHFT - Cross site

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*****Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role*****

Please note, that if the number of applications exceeds our recruitment limit, we may be required to close applications early. We would therefore encourage you to submit your application as early as possible should you wish to be considered for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• oDiploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• oHCPC Registration
• oCPD including evidence of reflective practice and clinical experience gained
• oBAHT Level 1 Accreditation

Desirable

• oWorking towards BAHT accreditation
• oFieldwork Educators Course

Other

Essential

• oAble to alter their working patterns to include extended hours, unsociable hours and weekend working. This may be via additional hours or a shift pattern

Desirable

• oBAHT Member
• oRCOT Member

Experience

Essential

• oMinimum of 5 years post registration experience, at least 2 years of which must be in Hand Therapy
• oComprehensive splinting experience
• oExperience of standardised assessments relevant to hand therapy
• oExperience and proficiency with treatment modalities used in hand therapy
• oClinical teaching of OT's/PT's and MDT in local setting
• oExperience of supervising / appraising therapy staff and students
• oParticipation in audit
• oWorking as part of an MDT within a clinical environment

Desirable

• oExperience in assessment and treatment of paediatric patients
• oExperience with exercise programmes / joint mobilisations
• oExperience of wound management
• oParticipation in clinical research
• oRecruitment and selection experience
• oTeam leadership experience
• oExperience in therapies service development including clinical services

Skills

Essential

• oGood clinical reasoning skills
• oAbility to organise, prioritise and delegate
• oAbility to document legible and accurate notes in English using the SOAP note writing system
• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills in the English language
• oExperience of standardised assessments relevant to hand therapy
• oProficiency with treatment modalities used in hand therapy
• oGroup work skills
• oAbility to work under pressure
• oTeam leadership skills
• oExperience of operational and staff management
• oGood presentation skills
• oCompetent IT skills

Knowledge

Essential

• oClear demonstrable understanding of the therapies process
• oClear understanding of Evidence Based Practice.
• oWorking knowledge of hand assessments
• oWorking knowledge of hand anatomy
• oWorking knowledge and understanding of hand
• Knowledge of integrated therapy models and universal/targeted/individual model therapy protocols/treatment guidelines
• oKnowledge of current OT/PT and Government initiatives.
• oUnderstand the legal responsibilities of the working as a healthcare professional
• oHave an understanding of Clinical Governance and implications for allied health services including experience of quality issues and audit
• oAble to work within Trust's policies of data protection, equal opportunities and Health and Safety to meet the needs of the patients

Desirable

• Knowledge in TEACCH approach
• Knowledge of and contribution to the evidence base for the relevant population

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

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Georges Hospital

Blackshaw Road

Tooting

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities

To act as an Associate Practitioner providing a comprehensive range of routine and specialist Biochemistry and Haematology analyses using a multitude of POCT devices, under supervision from experienced Biomedical Scientists. Provide assistance to clinical staff from within and outside the trust in relation to matters of training, quality control and preventative maintenance. To supervise POCT competency assessments for a range of POCT devices. Undertake patient testing in clinic environments following standard operating procedure, under the supervision of Biomedical Scientists. To maintain, under the supervision of qualified Biomedical Scientists, analytical equipment in optimum operational condition, taking necessary remedial action during technical failure. Respond to error messages, referring to supervisory staff where necessary, and liaising with engineers called to failing equipment. To enter patient demographic information, collate results and enter data into the laboratory IT systems. To utilise necessary interpersonal skills to ensure effective liaison with patients and other healthcare professionals to provide the best care for our patients.

Knowledge & Personal Development

To have gained an intermediate level of technical and analytical knowledge by participating in ongoing training. To ensure compliance with all local and national standards of work practice eg. ISO 15189 and 22870. To maintain the knowledge necessary to lead update training sessions, through Continuing Personal Development and in-house training. To have gained the necessary knowledge and skills sufficient to work as independently as possible, with the minimum of supervision (within SOPs). To maintain personal and professional development by attending training, study days and workshops as and when relevant or as per instructions of the POCT Manager. Read all relevant literature provided. Maintain knowledge of operational policies and procedures through use of the departmental electronic notice board and document management system. Maintain knowledge of trust-wide policies and any appropriate policies for other trusts which you may encounter.

Advice, Guidance and Interpersonal

To deal sympathetically during liaison with patients, colleagues, other healthcare professionals and staff from external organisations. To use empathy and understanding to ensure that technical, clinical and linguistic barriers so understanding are overcome. To report results to Biomedical Scientists, clinicians and other service users in a professional manner. To provide advice to clinicians under the direction of Biomedical Scientists following the Standard Operating Procedure. To refer requests for assistance from other trusts to qualified Biomedical Scientists.

Scientific & Technical

Prioritise workload from clinic and hospital in order to deal effectively with any matters that may arise. To assess the suitability and appropriateness of samples collected at the point of care. Use own judgement and knowledge to reject unsuitable specimens and take the necessary action to obtain a subsequent sample for analysis. To refer problematic situations to a Biomedical Scientist for further action if deemed necessary. Accurately and swiftly enter patient demographic information and tests requested onto the computer system. Have a knowledge of medical terms and acronyms in order to ensure that you have an appreciation for clinical details provided. Use of Telepath computer system to gather set lists and extract information from Telepath database for general telephone enquiries by staff from other departments, surgeries or hospitals. Prompt and accurate distribution of outgoing POCT laboratory reports to wards, departments, GP practices and other hospitals. Scanning of request forms into computer database for storage. To analyse, under supervision from qualified Biomedical Scientists, specimens for screening, diagnostic and clinical management of patients using complex, specialised and expensive equipment. To make technical assessments of method and instrument performance by monitoring quality control used on specialist laboratory analytical systems, in accordance with Standard Operating procedures, seeking guidance when necessary. To perform basic troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance on specialist equipment. To refer complex problems relating to breakdown/unavailability of analytical systems to a suitably qualified Biomedical Scientist. To ensure satisfactory completion of routine and specialist biochemistry analyses.

Equality and Diversity

It is the responsibility of every member of staff to understand our equality and diversity commitments and statutory obligations under current equality legislation (the Equality Act 2010) and to:

Act in ways that support equality and diversity and recognises the importance of peoples rights in accordance with legislation, policies, procedures and good practice. Valuing people as individuals and treating everyone with dignity and respect, consideration and without prejudice, respecting diversity and recognising peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices in working with others and delivering appropriate services. Recognise and report behaviour that undermines equality under Trust policy. Be consciously aware of own behaviour and encourage the same levels of behaviour in colleagues. Acknowledge others different perspectives and recognise the diverse needs and experiences of everyone they come into contact with. With the support of managers develop an equality and diversity objective through the personal development review process.

Values and Behaviours

We are Caring

We treat people equitably and value their different experiences.

We know we are doing this when:

We value everyone for their unique contribution to our Trust whatever their diverse backgrounds

We are kind, always showing compassion

We praise good effort and good results, always showing appreciation

We are Fair

We are good role models (to each other and the public we serve), being accountable for what we do and how we behave.

We know we are doing this when:

We are confident in presenting new ideas we speak up and we support our colleagues to do the same, particularly those colleagues from diverse backgrounds

We are open and honest

We learn from mistakes, aiming to get things right first time, exploring new ideas when we can

We Are Innovative

We work as one team to deliver, improve and transform care through continuous improvement.

We know we are doing this when:

We are professional, always seeking to do the right thing

We create and share knowledge with patients, each other and our professional communities

We continuously strive to make things better and to pioneer new ways of doing things

Infection Prevention & Control

All staff will adhere to infection control policies and procedures at all times and carry out role specific duties as per roles and responsibilities.

Confidentiality

Confidentiality/Data Protection regarding all personal information and Trust activity must be maintained at all times (both in and out of working hours). All staff should ensure that they are familiar with and adhere to all Trust privacy, confidentiality and security policies and procedures. Any breach of confidentiality will be taken seriously and appropriate disciplinary action taken.

Freedom of Information

In accordance with Freedom of Information and other associated legislation, the Trust may be required to make public recorded information available upon a request, or do this as part of a publication scheme. Please note, that in your public role, your name or job role may be contained in a document that is published in accordance with such legislation.

Management of Risk & Health and Safety

All employees have a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to themselves or to others and to co-operate with the Trust in meeting its statutory requirements. All employees will proactively contribute to the management of risk by identifying hazards in the workplace which have the potential to cause harm, raising issues of concern and risk to the appropriate level.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults

All trust employees are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and well being of children and vulnerable adults. Familiarisation with and adherence to trust Safeguarding policies is an essential requirement of all employees, as is participation in related mandatory/statutory training.

IT Skills

All staff are expected to have or to gain a minimum of basic level IT skills to enable them to use the Trust IT systems to support Trust services and needs. All staff should be familiar with relevant IT systems and security policies and procedures.

Records Management

All staff are personally responsible for record keeping. A record is anything that contains information in any medium e.g. paper, tapes, computer information, etc. which have been created or gathered as a result of any NHS activity. All individuals within the Trust are responsible for any records they create or use. Please ensure that records are retained in accordance with the Records Management Policy and are stored in a manner that allows them to be easily located in the event of a Freedom of Information (FOI) request.

Information Quality

All staff must ensure complete and accurate data is collected to the highest standard at all times. Data collection should be supported by adequate documentation and processes should be regularly reviewed. Staff should ensure that processes conform to national standards and are fit for purpose. All staff should comply with the Information Quality Policy.

Professional Responsibility

As per any required registration & LUHFT policy.

For the complete Job description and personal specification please see attached documents

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HNC in a science based subject OR proven equivalent practical experience in a UK clinical/ clinical laboratory setting supported by appropriate academic qualifi8cations
• Knowledge of biomedical tests
• Must maintain a professional development portfolio.
• Knowledge of Point of Care Testing (POCT)

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminologies

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in a clinical laboratory and/or clinical environment.
• Demonstrable CPD activities.

Knowledge

Essential

• Computer literate with extensive use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access & E-mail).
• Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues. Data protection. Awareness of Health and Safety. Knowledge and interest in biological science. Understands the role of medical laboratories and quality systems. E Awareness of Health and Safety issues

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate courteously.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Good telephone manner.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft windows and MS Office.
• Work as part of a team or on own initiative.
• Work in an organized, time efficient and methodical manner.
• Scientifically numerate.
• Familiar with use of basic laboratory equipment & good laboratory practice (eg. pH meter, centrifuge etc.)

Other

Essential

• Willingness to learn and conform to departmental policies and procedures.
• Able to take instruction from others
• Ability to adapt to requirements of departmental change
• Commitment to Dignity and Respect
• Diligent
• Good time keeping
• Willingness to work flexible hours, should the department require it
• Willingness to across multiple sites supported by the Point of Care Testing team
• Willingness to work in a clinical setting under the supervision of Biomedical Scientists

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Liverpool Clinical Laboratories

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Care Co-ordinator plays an important role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care. Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will coordinate care for patients with complex, long-term or multiple health needs, ensuring they receive timely, appropriate, and well-coordinated support.

The role involves working closely with GPs, nurses, practice staff, community services, and external organisations to improve communication, reduce barriers to care, and enhance the patient experience. The Care Co-ordinator will provide administrative and coordination support while helping patients navigate health and care services.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience
• Essential
• Previous experience working as a Care Co-ordinator within a GP practice, Primary Care Network (PCN), or other NHS healthcare setting.
• Experience coordinating care for patients with complex, long-term, or multiple health conditions.
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary team and liaising with healthcare professionals, community services, and external agencies.
• Experience managing patient caseloads, care pathways, referrals, and follow-up activities.
• Experience handling confidential information and maintaining accurate patient records.
• Experience using EMIS Web
• Experience managing a busy workload and working to competing priorities.

Desirable

• Desirable
• Experience working within Primary Care Networks (PCNs).
• Knowledge of personalised care, care planning, and population health management.
• Experience supporting frailty, long-term condition management, or proactive care programmes.
• Experience contributing to quality improvement initiatives within primary 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.

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

Barton Family Practice

Address

Barton Surgery

Short Lane

Burton-on-trent

Staffordshire

DE13 8LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

As part of a team, to achieve a smooth running and efficient surgery for both GPs and patients and to provide all necessary administrative support required by the Practice

Prime Objectives

To provide an efficient and professional reception service during surgeries and clinics

To ensure that all record keeping, both manual and computerised, is accurate and up to date

To respect patient confidentiality at all times

Main Duties

Running the appointment and associated IT systems accurately and to maximise use of available time

Repeat prescribing as directed by the doctors

Dealing with queries by reference to both computerised and manual records

Clerical work related to the reception function

Opening and closing premises, ensuring readiness for use and security out of hours

Other such duties as required for the smooth running of the practice

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of a patient/customer facing role
• Ability to work in a diverse team
• Strong I.T skills

Desirable

• Experience of safeguarding processes

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE A to C in English and Maths or equivalent

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

The House Partnership

Address

Moat House Surgery

Worsted Green

Merstham

Surrey

RH1 3PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.greystonesurgery.nhs.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

• Degree in Social Work or DipSW or CQSW
• Social Work England registration
• Post-qualifying training (with again formally or through evidenced on-the-job training) in relevant areas of social work and/or mental health
• Evidence of continuing professional and personal development

Desirable

• AMHP qualification
• Qualifications relating to the Mental Capacity Act, e.g. Best Interest Assessor
• Relevant training in group work, family therapy, substance misuse interventions, or offence work

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with individuals with mental health problems
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working, and promoting a social work/social care perspective
• Experience of presenting reports in formal setting, e.g. First Tier Tribunals Mental Health and Associate Hospital Managers Hearings
• Experience in risk assessment and risk management
• Experience in collaborative care planning
• Experience in working with families
• Experience of child and adult Safeguarding with mental health patients and their families
• Experience in supporting and training others on Social Work or AMHP placements

Desirable

• Experience of working in an inpatient forensic mental health setting
• Experience of working with offenders
• Experience of working with adults with substance misuse or dual diagnosis
• Experience of working with adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorder

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of particular aspects of the Mental Health Act and its associated Code of Practice, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act, Human Rights Act and criminal justice legislation relevant to Forensic Mental Health Social Work
• Detailed knowledge of identifying Responsible Local Authorities, Section 117 MHA, MAPPA, Victim Liaison, Carers' Rights and child and adult Safeguarding
• Written and verbal communication skills to engage with patients, carers and professionals of various levels of seniority across health and social care
• Knowledge of how to work effectively with professional networks to foster collaborative approaches and achieve results

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge in engaging with people with personality disorder and forensic histories
• Group facilitation skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Interpersonal skills to manage highly complex emotional situations
• Analytic and judgement skills, dealing with highly complex situations where required to express professional social work opinions
• Ability to work with considerable professional autonomy as a solo social worker in a multidisciplinary team
• Planning and organisational skills to manage a caseload and meet deadlines
• Ability to undertake all statutory and mandatory training, including Breakaway (subject to Occupational Health clearance)

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

Broadmoor Hospital

Crowthorne

RG45 7ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed information of this role please download the Job Description document attached. Thank you.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to assess, resuscitate and stabilise acutely sick patients
• Able to participate as key member of cardiac arrest team with advanced airway skills
• Demonstrates good clinical judgement
• Understands audit and governance processes

Desirable

• Completed specialist skills courses (e.g. difficult airways, advanced life support course)
• Able to anaesthetise and care for complex cases with appropriate supervision
• Designed and / or completed audits

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good communication skills
• Honesty and reliability
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Flexibility
• Inquiring and critical approach to work
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to cope with stressful situations and take responsibility and be appropriately assertive
• Ability to gain confidence of both staff and patients

Desirable

• Ability to take on administrative roles within the Department
• A willingness to undertake additional clinical duties when necessary, including cover for colleagues on leave

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered with General Medical Council (UK)
• Completed stage 1 training in anaesthesia
• Previous NHS anaesthesia experience

Desirable

• FRCA (Part 1) or equivalent
• Other membership, fellowship or diplomas
• Previous experience of working in the British Healthcare system (not observing)

Additional and Aptitudes

Essential

• Respectful
• Collaborative
• Supportive
• Innovative

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol Royal Infirmary

Marlborough Street

Bristol

BS2 8HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThe specific responsibilities will depend on the requirements of each team, but mayinclude:Management Provide induction support and training to new and existing clinical trials staff, including development of training sessions and guidance documents. Encourage the sharing of best practice and dissemination of information through regular structured meetings with all trials administration staff. Assist with metric tracking for performance indicators including mandatory training requirements, divisional key performance indicators (i.e. time to recruitingfirst patient from NHS permission, patient recruitment to time and target), amendment timelines and divisional absences.Clinical Research Co-ordination/ Data Management Interview, recruit, take informed consent and support patients and carers in non treatment clinical trials/studies. This involves educating patients on the trials involved, explaining the advantages and disadvantages of taking part in non treatment trials, whilst remaining unbiased at all times. Assess patients as required by trial protocols. Maintain adequate patient records and ensure all relevant information is documented in the patients medical and nursing notes. Provide continuity of care for patients and their carers throughout the trial programme. Provide non-clinical advice and support as appropriate. Ensure the provision of optimal patient care by alerting appropriate clinical colleagues when referral to other members of the MDT may be required. Act as a key point of contact with the R&D core team, study sponsors, clinical research organisations and specific research teams. Co-ordinate feasibility activities for new studies under direction from Clinical research Nurse Team Leaders and Principal Investigators Manage the set up and initiation of allocated clinical trials within assigned Clinical research Teams. Understand and deliver protocols in accordance with regulatory requirements Financial management of study set-up costs and income recovery for assigned clinical trials in conjunction with the R&D Business Planning and Finance teams with oversight from the Clinical Research Nurse Team Leaders/ Senior Clinical Research Nurses. Oversee maintenance of investigator site files and essential documentation in accordance with ICH-GCP and Trust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure they are kept inspection ready at all times. Assist with preparation for audit and inspections within assigned teams and implementation of action plans. Understand the process for obtaining NHS permissions (R&D approval) for conducting clinical trials at site. As project lead, ensure permissions are in place prior to any patient recruitment. Ensure all clinical trial activities are recorded in appropriate systems in a timely manner. Awareness of trial specific, regional and national targets. Identify and implement strategies for recruiting patients to clinical trials ensuring that targets for patient recruitment are delivered. Arrange and facilitate clinical trial related meetings. Undertake general administrative tasks as delegated by managerial representatives from the R&D division to contribute to the smooth running of the patient recruitment teams. Implement and coordinate reporting mechanisms to ensure that research staff complete and return proformas containing up-dated information on patients included in the study. Oversee and complete case report forms and participate in monitoring visits as per sponsor requirements. Ensure that data is available and up to date for any meetings related to the trial/ study, producing minutes as required. Attend project related meetings, investigator meetings (abroad or teleconferences, as necessary) to convey the relevant information to the study team. Attend disease-specific research team meetings to maintain an overview of team activity. Ensure that all documents are archived in the appropriate way by following the Trusts archiving guidelines.

Clinical Service Responsibilities Demonstrate awareness of divisional and trust strategic objectives including performance indicators and metrics. Escalation of governance issues impacting on delivery of job purpose. To act as a primary contact point for the clinical trial patients for define clinical trials and act as adviser to other health care professionals. Participate in monitoring and audit activities within research team

PERSONAL AND PEOPLE DEVELOPMENT Maintain professional development whilst evaluating own specialist knowledge with assistance from their assigned line manager to satisfy the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework. Participate in and deliver Trust-wide education programmes and study days, regional and national meetings and research seminars as appropriate.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL EFFORT Long periods of time spent using keyboard to input information and use of VDU for electronic communication. Prolonged concentration is regularly required (e.g. when checking through trial documentation and entering data into spreadsheets). Occasional exposure to distressed circumstances as trial patients are commonly suffering from terminal illnesses.

KEY VALUES Demonstrates the agreed set of values and accountable for own attitude and behaviour.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Scientific Degree or relevant experience in scientific and medical research

Desirable

• Registered Clinical Research Practitioner with the Academy of Healthcare Sciences or working towards registration.
• Post Graduate certificate in Clinical Research or other relevant post graduate qualification/experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (ECDL qualification or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Experience in clinical trials administration, data management involving clinical trials or project co-ordination
• Experience of working within a health care system and within a multidisciplinary clinical team
• NHS experience

Desirable

• Collection and processing of bloods
• Experience working in oncology
• Experience dealing with queries from patients and their families regarding sensitive issues

Skills

Essential

• Excellent organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good oral and written Communication skills
• IT literate
• Attention to detail

Desirable

• Advanced use of spreadsheets
• Ability to create PowerPoint presentations and other Microsoft office applications
• Ability and willingness to train in clinical skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of clinical research
• GCP guidelines/EU directives
• Knowledge of clinical governance
• Knowledge of patient information systems

Desirable

• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of oncology

Values

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate the organisational values and behaviours

Other

Essential

• Tactful and diplomatic
• Flexible
• Conscientious and hardworking
• Ability to work unsupervised or as part of a team
• Ability to work to tight and/or unexpected deadlines

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD
• Evidence of achievement under pressure

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Gynae - Q00063

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

• Undertake new patient health checks
• Support the Practice Nurse with health promotion programmes
• Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, recording findings accurately
• Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
• Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
• Support the Practice Nurse with the management of long term conditions
• Carry out BMI checks as directed
• Act as a chaperone as required
• Venepuncture
• Administer injections e.g. B12
• Diabetic foot checks
• Blood sugar checks
• INR
• Spirometry
• Carry out ECGs as requested
• Assist GP with minor surgery clinic
• Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
• Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
• Monitor fridges on a daily basis
• Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC policy
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate
• Participate in practice audit as directed
• Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care
• Support and participate in shared learning within the organisation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education including passes at GCSE or equivalent in English and maths
• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the public

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP Practice

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Experience of working in a Primary Care environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to demonstrate enthusiasm to developing nursing skills
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
• Ability to use own judgement , resourcefulness and common sense
• Ability to work without direct supervision and determine own workload priority
• Ability to work as part of an integrated multi-skilled team
• Pleasant and articulate
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work in a changing environment
• Able to use own initiative
• Able to adhere to patient confidentiality rules

Desirable

• Experience of using SystmOne
• Experience of Microsoft office software

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

Grimston Medical Centre

Address

Congham Road

Grimston

King's Lynn

Norfolk

PE32 1DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

• Providing a high quality, evidence-based interventions as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to provide a safe, effective and professional mental health service to maximise the number of personnel fit for role.
• Maintaining responsibility for the patient during the process of care including referral to other regional services.
• Working collaboratively with the patient and include family members and significant others in the patients treatment when appropriate.
• Liaising with the in-patient Consultant Psychiatrist at the Inpatient Service Provider (ISP) and attend ward rounds at the ISP as required.
• Using highly developed communication skills in working with people to understand their personal and often very sensitive difficulties.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Selection Process

The sift will be completed within 10 working days of the vacancy closing date. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

To be considered for this role, qualifications and memberships detailed must be held in full, prior to submitting your application.

The selection at sift stage will be based on your CV.

• Please ensure you demonstrate that you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications and memberships in the CV section of the application form.
• Please provide information of how you meet the criteria set out in the Job Description. You may wish to further include examples of how you have tackled similar tasks or demonstrated the skills outlined in the job advert.

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified(presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our attached candidate guidance.

At interview, you will be tested against the following Civil Service Behaviours:

• Leadership
• Changing and Improving
• Making Effective Decisions
• Managing a Quality Service
• Communicating and Influencing

There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses for the interview.

Further Information

Requests to work flexibly and/or part time will be considered, taking into account business needs. Please note the salary will be pro-rata where part time hours are undertaken.

Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.

All employees joining Ministry of Defence who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a 6-month probation period (unless otherwise advised) effective from the employment start date.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.

Please see the link to our You tube channel for advice preparing your best responses with some hints and tips on answering behaviour based questions. Hints and tips such as: Your behaviours can be based on situations from work, volunteering or home; match your situation to the behaviour requested and how to use your 250-word limit.

If found successful for this position, you will be required to provide evidence of your immunity to Hepatitis B. Failure to provide evidence of your immunity may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

Access to the NHS pension scheme is available to the successful candidate.

There is no requirement to deploy as this is met by our uniformed personnel, but you will form the continuity of care required by our patients when based at home.

The post does NOT offer relocation expenses (move of home, excess fares or temporary transfer). Non Standard move applicants will be eligible for the full package, subject to eligibility.

As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points based system.

Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

There may be occasions where it is not practicable or appropriate to interview all DCS candidates that meet the minimum criteria for the job. For example, in certain recruitment situations such as a high volume of applications, seasonal demand, or peak periods, the employer may wish to limit the overall number of interviews offered to both DCS and non-DCS applicants.

If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.

The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment however some exemptions are in place, please refer to local guidance. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

For details on our complaints procedure, please see the attached Important Information document.

Person Specification

Behaviour Statement

Essential

• Have you been dismissed for gross misconduct relating to bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation from any role in the past five years, or resigned or otherwise left a role but would have been dismissed for such gross misconduct because of an adverse decision, had you continued in that employment?
• Please respond with Yes or No as appropriate.

Provide a CV

Essential

• Please copy and paste your full CV as your response to this question you will not be able to upload your CV as an attachment.
• Please ensure to refer to the essential criteria where applicable as your application may be rejected should insufficient information to shortlist be included.
• Please use double spacing where possible.

Registrations and Memberships

Essential

• GMC registration with licence to practice.
• Member or Fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent based on a foundation medical degree.

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration with licence to practise. Must have obtained CCT (Certificate of Completion of Training) and be on the Specialist Register.
• Trainees within 6 months of the award of their CCST, and consequent entry onto the specialist register, are eligible to apply for this post, however all qualifications and memberships must be held in full prior to commencing in post.
• Certificate of Specialist Training or equivalent in General Adult or forensic Psychiatry.

Registration Details

Essential

• Please provide your membership registration number.
• You are required to be registered with the relevant professional body, as detailed in the advert, prior to submitting your application.
• Your application will not progress should you fail to provide a valid membership registration.
• If you are a trainee within 6 months of being awarded your CCST, you are eligible to apply for this position, please state your GMC registration and expected completion date.

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

Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services)

Address

Merville Barracks

Colchester

Essex

CO2 7UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Technical Instructor

Band: Band 4

Location / Work Base: Bishops College Cheshunt

Responsible to: Senior Therapist

Accountable to: Therapy Manager

Liaises with: Patients, family, carers, doctors, nurses, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dietitians, speech and language therapists, clinical psychologists, adult care services, voluntary sector, Hertfordshire wheelchair service, Hertfordshire equipment services.

• JOB PURPOSE:To provide both clinical and administrative support to other team members and carry own caseload under guidance of qualified allied healthcare professionals.
• JOB SUMMARY:To assist qualified allied health professionals, including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, dietitians and speech and language rehabilitation in a variety of settings.To work without direct supervision within a specified clinical area undertaking tasks of assessment and treatment of own caseload as delegated by a qualified allied health professional.To pre-screen patients including gathering of information, blood pressure monitoring and performing delegated outcome measure testing.To act as first contact in certain situations.To assist in delegated data collection.To communicate with relevant medical and nursing staff, social workers and other health care professionals, and patients relatives and carers who may be in direct contact with the post holder with regard to patient care.To accompany patients on home visits prior to discharge and communicate with relatives and carers regarding continuation of treatment at home.This post requires the post holder to work within a 7-day service
• SPECIFICCLINICAL DUTIES:To work without direct supervision, but under the direction of the qualified staff in the performance of specific tasks for an individual or group, as part of their treatment and rehabilitation programmes. (This may be out in a community setting such as the patients own home as a lone worker) or with a qualified professional. It will include both individual one to one sessions and group sessions.To be responsible for a designated caseload of patients, and to organise this efficiently and effectively with regard to clinical priorities and use of time.To undertake routine assessment of patients using investigative and analytical skill, under guidance of a qualified allied health professional.To formulate a standard individual management and or treatment programme, under guidance of a qualified therapist.To carry out rehabilitation programmes, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team, working towards patient focused goals agreed within the team to facilitate coordinated care.To contribute to the discharge planning process in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team; to ensure safe and effective discharge.To maintain comprehensive and accurate assessment and treatment records in line with legal and departmental and Trust requirements and communicate assessment and treatment outcomes appropriately in the form of letters and reports.To maintain a high standard of clinical care.To teach the use of walking aids, exercise equipment and aids and adaptations, including assessment and teaching of safety factors.To use video filming or photography as part of assessment and outcome measure.To update patient recordsTo be responsible for regular safety checks of equipment
• EDUCATION:To attend organised training sessions, including all mandatory trust training and any appropriate in-service training arranged by the serviceTo participate in the appraisal system and Personal Development ProgrammeTo maintain own continuing professional development (CPD)To develop and enhance skills and incorporate them as necessary into everyday practice.To maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.To develop links with other therapy support staff for peer support and training.To identify and meet objectives for personal development together with qualified staff.To provide advice, teaching and instruction to patients relatives, carers and other professionalsTo be involved in the training, development and supervision of therapy and rehabilitation support staff.

As this role includes visits to patients' homes, a full UK driving licence is required

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant Foundation Degree / HND in Rehabilitation

Desirable

• Administrative / clerical experience

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of the common symptoms of medical, surgical and orthopaedic conditions

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• A knowledge of the rehabilitation process including common components of treatment packages, goal setting and use of outcome measures

Desirable

• Experience of working with different medically impaired patients

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Ability to work in a team

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Ability to follow instructions
• To monitor and order stock
• Prioritisation / organisation skills to complete delegated tasks
• IT skills
• Accurate data entry skills
• Good telephone skills
• Ability to receive and give clear messages
• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

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

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Bishops College

Churchgate

Cheshunt

EN8 9XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role Accountabilities

Specialist Clinical Care

• Provide specialist assessment and management for patients with:
• Type 1 Diabetes primarily managed within OCDEM; however, some individuals will attend primary care for ongoing support, reviews, or shared care management.
• Type 2 Diabetes.
• Gestational Diabetes postpartum follow up within primary care.
• Other forms of diabetes, including:
• Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA).
• Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young (MODY).
• Steroid induced hyperglycaemia and diabetes.
• Secondary diabetes (e.g., pancreatic disease, endocrine disorders).
• Drug induced diabetes (e.g., antipsychotics, immunosuppressants).
• Support patients using diabetes technologies such as continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) and flash glucose monitoring.
• Provide safety netting advice including sick day rules and escalation pathways.
• Review and rationalise medication regimens, including deprescribing where clinically appropriate.
• Conduct comprehensive diabetes reviews, including:
• Glycaemic control.
• Cardiovascular risk assessment.
• Medication optimisation.
• Lifestyle review.
• Interpret and monitor glycaemic markers such as HbA1c.
• Initiate and titrate diabetes medications, including insulin where appropriately trained.
• Identify and manage acute diabetes issues such as:
• Hypoglycaemia.
• Hyperglycaemia.
• Early identification of Diabetic Ketoacidosis risk.

Chronic Disease Management

• Provide structured diabetes care aligned with national diabetes guidelines.
• Support achievement of key diabetes care processes within GP practices.
• Monitor patients for long-term complications including:
• Cardiovascular disease.
• Kidney disease.
• Neuropathy.
• Retinopathy.

Patient Education and Self-Management

• Deliver personalised diabetes education to individuals and families.
• Promote lifestyle interventions including:
• Diet modification.
• Weight management.
• Physical activity.
• Support behaviour changes to improve long-term outcomes.
• Educate patients on blood glucose monitoring and medication adherence.
• Digital literacy support.

Practice and Primary Care Support

• Provide specialist advice to GPs and practice nurses on diabetes management.
• Support primary care teams with:
• Insulin initiation and titration.
• Complex medication regimes.
• Difficult-to-control diabetes.
• Contribute to development of diabetes care pathways within the practice.

Population Health and Case Management

• Identify high-risk patients through practice diabetes registers.
• Prioritise patients with poor glycaemic control or complications.
• Support proactive care planning and personalised care plans.

Multidisciplinary Working

• Work collaboratively with:
• Endocrinology specialists.
• General practitioners.
• Practice nurses.
• Dietitians.
• Podiatrists.
• Pharmacists.
• Community healthcare teams.
• Facilitate referrals to secondary care when appropriate.

Quality Improvement and Service Development

• Participate in clinical audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support practices in meeting diabetes quality indicators.
• Contribute to development of integrated diabetes services across primary and secondary care.

Education and Training

• Provide training and mentorship to practice nurses and healthcare assistants.
• Deliver diabetes education sessions within the primary care team.
• Promote best practice in diabetes management.
• Maintains and updates competencies through CPD, reflective practice and training.

Position Purpose

• The Diabetes Specialist Nurse (DSN) provides expert clinical care, education, and support for patients with diabetes. The role focuses on improving diabetes management, preventing complications, and promoting patient self-management through specialist assessment, treatment planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• The DSN acts as a key resource for patients, families, and healthcare professionals regarding diabetes management and current best practice.

Additional Accountabilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients with Type 1, Type 2, and gestational diabetes.
• Provide specialist advice on:
• Insulin therapy.
• Oral and injectable diabetes medications.
• Continuous glucose monitoring (CGM).
• Monitor and manage complex diabetes cases including:
• Poor glycaemic control.
• Recurrent hypoglycaemia.
• Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).
• Support inpatient diabetes management and provide consultation to ward staff.
• Deliver structured diabetes education programs.
• Teach patients:
• Blood glucose monitoring.
• Insulin administration.
• Diet and lifestyle management.
• Hypoglycaemia recognition and treatment.
• Support behaviour changes to improve long-term diabetes control.
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team including:
• Endocrinologists.
• Dietitians.
• Podiatrists.
• Pharmacists.
• Primary care MDT.
• Contribute to clinical audits and service evaluations.
• Implement evidence-based diabetes guidelines and protocols.
• Participate in development of diabetes care pathways and policies.
• Provide training and guidance to healthcare professionals on diabetes care.
• Mentor junior nursing staff and students.
• Promote best practice in diabetes management across healthcare settings.
• Maintain awareness of advances in diabetes treatments and technology.

Person Specification

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced understanding of diabetes management in community settings.
• Insulin therapy initiation and adjustment.
• Interpretation of blood glucose monitoring and continuous glucose monitoring data.
• Ability to deliver complex health information clearly to patients and clinicians.
• Motivational interviewing and behaviour change skills.
• Clinical Decision-Making.
• Autonomous assessment and management of complex diabetes cases.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council.
• Post-registration experience in diabetes management.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in diabetes care.
• Postgraduate qualification in diabetes care.

Desirable

• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Advanced clinical assessment training.
• Certification in insulin pump therapy or diabetes education.
• Experience in research, audit, or service development.

Leadership

Essential

• Acts as a clinical role model within the primary care team.
• Supports and mentors other nurses and healthcare assistants.
• Encourages best practice in diabetes care across GP practices and Primary Care Networks.
• Contributes to service improvement and innovation in diabetes management.

Behaviours and Attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates empathy, compassion, and respect when supporting people living with diabetes.
• Promotes shared decision-making and encourages patient autonomy in managing conditions such as Type 2 Diabetes and Type 1 Diabetes.
• Recognises the psychological, social, and cultural factors affecting diabetes management.
• Always maintains dignity and confidentiality.
• Works effectively within multidisciplinary teams in primary care.
• Values the contribution of GPs, pharmacists, dietitians, podiatrists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Supports integrated care between primary and specialist diabetes services.
• Contributes positively to team discussions and care planning.

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in primary care or community nursing.
• Experience managing patients with complex diabetes.
• Experience providing patient education and lifestyle support.
• Experience in patient education and chronic disease management.
• Minimum 23 years of clinical experience in diabetes.

Desirable

• Experience supporting diabetes registers or population health initiatives.
• Experience with insulin pumps or diabetes technology.