Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties will include:

• Face-to-face and telephone consultations

• Assessment and management of acute and long-term conditions

• Prescribing and medication reviews

• Reviewing test results and clinical correspondence

• Referrals to secondary care and other services where appropriate

• Participation in QAIF projects and surgery targets

• Home visits when clinically required

• Clinical administration associated with patient care, blood results , clinical letters etc

• Participation in practice meetings, clinical governance and quality improvement

• Working closely with the wider multidisciplinary practice team

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• We welcome applications from both experienced GPs and newly qualified GPs and offer a supportive environment in which to develop and grow.

Desirable

• We welcome applications from both experienced GPs and newly qualified GPs and offer a supportive environment in which to develop and grow.

Qualifications

Essential

• Primary medical qualification MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a current licence to practise
• Included on the GMC GP Register
• Included on, or eligible for inclusion on, the NHS Wales Medical Performers List

Desirable

• Primary medical qualification MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a current licence to practise
• Included on the GMC GP Register
• Included on, or eligible for inclusion on, the NHS Wales Medical Performers List

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

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Doctors Surgery

Corwen House, Market Place

Penygroes

CAERNARFON

Gwynedd

LL54 6NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working with the team lead, the post holder will develop appropriate databases, contribute to reports as necessary, report any issues/concerns that may arise, and make sure that the service meets all targets in the service specification.

Successful candidates will work in partnership with the local Health Visiting teams to ensure seamless care as children progress from early years into school.

Successful candidates will adhere to and work within local and national child safeguarding policies in the prevention and early detection of abuse in all age groups.

Successful candidates will:

- Develop accurate factual reports and attend case conferences, and other multi-professional meetings as required, for identified children and their families.

- Meet with all identified children at least once a term and refer/signpost to other professionals/ services if identified.

- Work in partnership with primary care, ensuring that where appropriate, the relevant GP practice is notified of CYP health concerns, to secure an integrated system of care that safeguards them.

- Work in partnership with other key stakeholders to promote the welfare and safety of children and young people

- Contribute to keeping children and young people safe from the dangers of radicalization and extremism and promoting safe practices and a culture of safety, including e-safety.

- Offer strategic support to schools in order to contribute to reducing the number of children who enter the safeguarding system through preventative work.

- Work in partnership with identified school staff to contribute to the delivery of health improvement, promotion, and preventative approaches through signposting to other healthcare professionals/ services and available resources, and support staff with appropriate training.

- Promote emotional well-being through the school-aged years working alongside children and young people to support those with emotional and mental health difficulties and referring to CAMHS where appropriate.

- Have knowledge of other available resources to support emotional and mental well-being e.g. online, training packages.

- Work in partnership with primary and secondary care colleagues to support children and young people with long-term conditions or complex needs, signposting and referring school staff to appropriate support and facilitating correct management of health conditions to ensure hospital admissions are kept to a minimum.

- Work with the senior management team to develop a comprehensive Action Plan for the school which includes all policies, procedures, and guidelines, as an overview of SEN, safeguarding, and pastoral and medical needs together.

- Ensure that services are delivered in a culturally sensitive manner adapting the service provision accordingly to promote equal access to services through the use of interpreters, and flexibility of appointments offered.

- Work to and maintain school nursing standards as agreed by Bromley Healthcare, informing the Service Lead when agreed standards cannot be met.

- Develop and maintain professional links with similar services in other areas in order to share information and inform best practices.

- Attend regular team meetings to promote effective communication and team and will lead by example promoting best practices and high standards at all times.

- Work with the Team Leader to ensure that all policies, procedures, and guidelines are monitored and review service delivery to ensure the service meets both national and local requirements.

- Ensure that all incidents are reported appropriately using Bromley Healthcare's Incident reporting system and ensure that the Team Leader is informed of incidents affecting patient safety and experience.

- Support colleagues effectively and compassionately as part of the wider skill-mix team

- Participate in the orientation and induction of new staff, promoting good interpersonal relationships within the team.

- Act as a mentor in the education and training of pre and post-registration students. Act as a preceptor for newly qualified nurses'/ specialist practitioners in the School Nursing Service

- Act as a resource for skill mix staff offering guidance, support, and supervision.

- Identify own learning needs and that of skill mix staff within the team.

- Remain up to date with evidence-based practice, published research, and participate in regular CPD

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse - Degree or Diploma
• Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Qualification in School Nursing (BSc or PgDip)

Desirable

• Practice Assessor qualification
• Evidence of further professional learning relating to Children's public health nursing

Professional Registration

Essential

• Current NMC registration

Training

Essential

• Experience in delivering Asthma / Anaphylaxis / Basic Life Support training
• Child safeguarding Level 3 training

Desirable

• Leadership course / qualification

Specific Skills

Essential

• Ability to work with children of all ages
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to work in a multi- agency setting
• Car driver with use of a car for work purposes - clean UK driving license.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and adapt to changing needs
• Excellent organisational skills for self and others
• Presentation skills

Desirable

• Understanding of service performance and outcomes
• Knowledge of managing change

IT Skills

Essential

• Computer Literate
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office packages

Desirable

• Experience of using EMIS

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of working within a School Nursing team
• Recent experience of delivering health promotion and its importance in promoting healthy lifestyles
• Experience of safeguarding children and young people
• Sound knowledge of current issues and legislation relating to children

Desirable

• Experience of supervising/ appraising staff, students and working with the clinical governance framework
• Leadership experience

Personal qualities

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Motivated to provide a high standard of care
• High professionalism and interpersonal skills
• Car driver with use of a car for work purposes
• Committed to the 6 C's
• Flexible approach to meeting service & client 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.

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

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Caritas House

Tregory road

Orpington

BR6 9XA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.bromleyhealthcare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

In this senior clinician role, the Principal Psychologist will provide clinical leadership to the mental health team, ensuring the delivery of effective psychological services that support the unique challenges faced by individuals in prison. The Principal Psychologist will work collaboratively with the prison's senior leadership team and external stakeholders, and will actively contribute to regional quality review processes and service development meetings, ensuring that mental health services are continuously improved and aligned with best practices and meeting agreed targets. This role will work closely with the wider national psychological therapies team and contribute to service model review and improvement against new research and in line with best practice and NICE guidelines. Additionally, the role involves contributing to regional quality review and service development meetings to ensure that mental health services are responsive to the needs of individuals in prison and actively work to minimize the cycle of intergenerational trauma. By leading initiatives that connect individuals with essential resources and support, the Principal Psychologist will play a vital role in promoting the mental well-being of both patients and staff within a remand prison setting.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical -

To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of high complex patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care.

To make highly specialist clinical decisions and clinical judgements about patient care, processes and service developments;

To provide specialist trauma informed, psychological insight, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan;

To lead and evaluate the implementation of a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments;

To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group;

To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff;

To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate;

To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff;

Foster good working relationships with Offender Management, Probation to Reconnect services to a psychologically informed understanding of patients needs during transition into open conditions or release into the community;

To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions;

To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments;

To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes;

To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others;

To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal;

To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings.

In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National Head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team;

Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team;

Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.

Teaching, training and supervision

To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;

To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment;

To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations;

To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines;

Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology;

To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs;

To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions.

Management, recruitment, policy and service development

To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements;

To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies;

To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives;

Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service;

To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service;

To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs);

To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service;

Research, service evaluation & audit

To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members;

To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision;

To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation

To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work

To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.

Professional -

To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly;

To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS);

To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures;

To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues;

To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare

To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager;

To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.

Other

This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

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Desirable

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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

The GP Partner will:

Provide a high standard of evidence-based, patient-centred general practice to registered patients.

Undertake face-to-face, telephone and other appropriate consultations.

Assess, diagnose and manage a broad range of acute and chronic conditions.

Provide appropriate clinical management and follow-up of patients.

Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with national and local guidance.

Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and other healthcare professionals.

Provide appropriate home visits and care for housebound patients where required.

Participate in the practice's duty doctor/on-call arrangements.

Support the practice's approach to urgent and same-day care.Participate in clinical audits, significant event reviews and quality improvement activity.

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.

Maintain professional standards in accordance with GMC requirements and relevant NHS guidance.

Partners work collaboratively to:

Contribute to Partnership meetings and collective decision-making.

Help shape the strategic direction and long-term sustainability of the practice.

Work closely with the Practice Manager on operational management, workforce planning and business development.

Contribute to financial and business planning.

Support recruitment, workforce development and succession planning.

Identify and develop opportunities for service improvement and innovation.

Maintain high standards of clinical care, professionalism and patient experience.

Support a positive culture across the whole multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Delivers excellent, patient-centered clinical care.
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive Partnership.
• Values continuity of care and building strong, lasting relationships with patients and colleagues.
• Wants to help shape the future of primary care locally.
• Is committed to high professional standards and quality improvement.
• Is enthusiastic about innovation and developing new ways of working.
• Is keen to contribute to the wider leadership and development of the practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Be a fully qualified and GMC-registered GP.
• Hold, or be eligible for, inclusion on the NHS Performers List.

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

Horsley Medical Practice

Address

Kingston Avenue

East Horsley

Surrey

KT24 6QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full job description and person specification attached within the supporting documents.

The Health Board is committed to supporting its staff to fully embrace the need for bilingualism thereby enhancing patient and service user experiences. In our commitment to increase the number of staff who are able to communicate in Welsh with patients and professionals, we welcome applications from Welsh speakers.

The ability to communicate in Welsh is desirable for this post. If you do not meet the Welsh Language requirements specified, the Health Board offers a variety of learning options and staff support to help you meet these minimal desirable requirements during the course of your employment with us.

Person Specification

Language Skills

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker (Level 1)

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• Numeracy and literacy to at least GCSE level or equivalent
• NVQ / Diploma at level 3 in Health and or relevant qualification.
• Record of professional development

Experience

Essential

• Recent clinical experience of working within a relevant healthcare or social care environment.
• Experience of working as part of a team.
• Willingness to attend to further training

Desirable

• Recognise the importance of fundamentals of care.
• Recognise rehabilitation principles and enabling patient to optimise independence.

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

Hywel Dda University Health Board

Address

Glangwili General Hospital

Dolgwili Road

Carmarthen

SA31 2AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://hduhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Job Details

Job Title: Salaried General Practitioner (GP) Contract Type: Permanent Sessions: 4-8 sessions per week (full-time or part-time)

Salary: £11,866 -£12,537 per session dependent on experience

Working Days: We aim to be flexible regarding session allocation and working patterns. To support patient demand and team continuity, we are particularly interested in candidates able to work on Mondays and/or Wednesdays and to participate in our extended access service.

2. Job Summary

The post-holder will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care services to the registered population of Aspen Medical Practice in line with the GMS contract, national guidance, and evidence-based practice.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver comprehensive general medical services to Aspen patients.
• Manage a varied clinical caseload within a primary care setting.
• Participate in the duty doctor rota within a supportive multidisciplinary team structure, with clear processes in place to ensure safe and manageable workload distribution.
• Contribute to clinical governance, audit, teaching, and practice development activities.
• Receive protected PLT time in line with the Practice PLT schedule.

3. Person specification

Essential Criteria.

Applicants must:

• Hold a recognised medical qualification (MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent).
• Hold MRCGP qualification.
• Be fully registered with the GMC and licensed to practise in the UK.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Be able to offer either evening or Saturday EA sessions as part of the role.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Be committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary primary care team.

Desirable Criteria

Preference may be given to applicants who:

• Are proficient in the use of SystmOne.
• Have additional clinical skills or specialist areas of interest that would enhance practice services.
• Have qualified as a GP Trainer.

4. Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

The post-holder will:

• Provide routine and urgent GP consultations, including telephone consultations and home visits where required.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
• Develop and implement patient-centred management plans in line with current clinical guidelines.
• Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with local prescribing guidance.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in line with GMC Good Medical Practice.
• Process prescriptions, clinical correspondence, test results, and associated paperwork in a timely manner in line with Practice administration guidelines.
• Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and community services.
• Support preventative healthcare, health promotion, and chronic disease management.
• Participate in care home and nursing home support where required.
• Supervise and support members of the multidisciplinary team including, but not limited to, nurses, pharmacists, non-clinical team members.
• Participate in on-call duties in accordance with the Salaried GP Job Plan.

Governance and Practice Responsibilities

The post-holder will:

• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and continuing professional development activities.
• Remain up to date with mandatory training requirements.
• Attend practice meetings and protected learning sessions.
• Comply with all practice policies relating to confidentiality, safeguarding, information governance, prescribing, and health and safety.
• Contribute positively to team working and wider practice development.
• Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation requirements.

5. Confidentiality

The post-holder will maintain strict confidentiality regarding patients, staff, and practice business in accordance with practice policies, GDPR, and professional guidance.

6. Health & Safety

The post-holder will:

• Comply with practice health and safety and infection prevention policies.
• Identify and appropriately manage risks within the workplace in line with Practice policies.

7. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The post-holder will:

• Support equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.
• Treat patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity, respect, and professionalism at all times.

8. General

This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the role and may be amended following discussion with the post-holder to meet the needs of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Applicants must:
• Hold a recognised medical qualification (MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent).
• Hold MRCGP qualification.
• Be fully registered with the GMC and licensed to practise in the UK.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Be able to offer either evening or Saturday EA sessions as part of the role.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Be committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary primary care team.

Desirable

• Preference may be given to applicants who:
• Are proficient in the use of SystmOne.
• Have additional clinical skills or specialist areas of interest that would enhance practice services.
• Have qualified as a GP Trainer.

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

Aspen Medical Practice

Address

Horton Road

Gloucester

GL1 3PX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As an Advanced Clinical Practitioner you need expert clinical skills and demonstrate judgement in assessing and managing wide ranging and complex patient problems. You will provide clinical leadership for the mental health team. This multi-disciplinary team is made up of a variety of registered and non-registered professionals including; mental health, and substance misuse practitioners. You will act as a role model ensuring professional appearance and maintaining professional standards at all times.

Supporting senior clinicians on site you will be part of the daily leadership team, providing clinical input for all patients. As a clinical expert in your field, you will work with the team to ensure; patient safety, the management of complex cases and ensure the most up to date treatment methodology is applied to patient care.

You will also;

Provide outstanding evidence based care, listening and acting on patient feedback. Ensuring that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them. You will also provide assessment, diagnostics, treatment and continued management of patients with acute and long term medical conditions.

Deliver non-judgemental care by leading the team to deliver care that is safe, high quality, patient centred whilst meeting CQC requirements following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding.

Inspire excellence in your colleagues by pro-actively leading and motivating the team recognising that our workforce is our most valuable asset. You will provide professional leadership to the nursing team to ensure we provide a service that people can trust, feel safe within and feel proud of.

Promote best practice, clinical supervision, evidence based care and continuous quality improvement embedding a culture of reflection and shared learning.

Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care and support your clinical and non-clinical colleagues to do a great job

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Desirable

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Experience

Essential

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Desirable

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Additional Criteria

Essential

• Please click apply to view the person specification and job description.

Desirable

• Please click apply to view the person specification and job description.

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

Moor Lane

Full Sutton

York

Yorkshire

YO41 1FZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy
• Registered with Health and Care professional Council

Work experience

Essential

• Evidence of experience in relevant areas of clinical practice
• Evidence of teaching/student experience
• Experience of working within the NHS

Desirable

• Participated in audit and research

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of CPD detailing clinical experience relevant to the post
• Evidence of specialist level of clinical reasoning

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to develop skills with focus on continuing personal 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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital

Mytton Oak Rd

Shrewsbury

SY3 8XQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our staff work in a hybrid blend of home and office working. We provide the facilities for all staff to work full time in the office, but if you are able to provide yourself with a safe, suitable and confidential workspace at home, you may also work in a blended pattern.

Working from home is enabled making extensive use of Microsoft Teams and Outlook.

PWPs in the team offer Low Intensity CBT assessments, groups and treatments, as well as facilitating outreach events in the local community. There is also opportunity to be involved in working groups or champion areas.

A full internal CPD program is on offer to all our staff, which runs throughout the year.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• Talking Therapies (previously IAPT) Graduate OR Post Graduate Certificate in Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Interventions
• PWP registration with BABCP or BPS OR must be eligible and willing to apply

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem
• Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets
• Experience of working in Primary Care Services
• Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
• Ability to manage own caseload and time
• Demonstrates high standards of written communication
• Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
• Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health

Desirable

• Experience of representing psychology within the context of multi-disciplinary care
• Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Advanced communication skills
• Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including telephone skills
• Computer literate

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
• Ability to evaluate and put in place the effect of training
• Ability to assess common mental health problems
• Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post

DIVERSITY

Essential

• Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality

PHYSICAL SKILLS/EFFORT

Essential

• Car driver with ability and willingness to travel to locations throughout the organisation (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)
• Computer skills for entering clinical notes on electronic patient record
• Requirement to carry laptop/files between office base and remote working in line with all relevant HPFT policies

MENTAL/EMOTIONAL EFFORT

Essential

• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to concentrate on clinical work and deliver therapy for most of the working day
• Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, in own personal and professional development and in supervision
• Ability to deal with patients with common mental health problems
• Ability to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients, patients and carers

GENERAL

Essential

• High level of enthusiasm and motivation.
• Welcoming / Kind / Positive / Respectful /Professional

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Saffron Ground, Ditchmore Lane, Stevenage, SG1 3LJ

Ditchmore Lane

Stevenage

SG1 3LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work within the CFT to provide specialist mental health practitioner assessment and care planning.To take a lead role in the care planning process and work within the Care Programme Approach ensuring that CFT and Trust policies are adhered to.To take a lead role and work with those people who have more complex and challenging needs across the caseload. To develop practice within the teams in the assessment of health and well being needs. Working closely with the Consultant Forensic Psychiatrists, act as a central link in the ongoing management of complex cases for the team.To provide specialist knowledge and advice to other agencies for the purposes of public protection, including through MAPPA processes.To provide written reports in respect of Mental Health Tribunals as required. To act as a Social Supervisor for those people who remain subject to mental health act restrictions whilst living out of hospital.Take part in the evaluation of the care of individuals at review meetings, case conferences, ward rounds etc.To attend and contribute to team meetings, providing specialist professional advice and support to staff regarding the management of individual service users and their programmes of careWhere professionally appropriate may be responsible for the safe transport and administration of medicines in accordance with Trust policy, legal requirements and NMC guidance, administers intramuscular injections.To provide specialist clinical advice across the Trust as required.To liaise with community services; statutory and non- statutory and inpatient services

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING

Essential

• Current professional registration with an approved professional body.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Desirable

• Training relevant to Practice
• Post Graduate Diploma
• Specific training in family work or other psychological approaches.

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Significant previous experience of working with service users with acute psychiatric disorders and complex mental health needs.
• Experience of managing a caseload.
• Experience of supervising staff and providing mentorship.

Desirable

• Experience of working with service users with Forensic histories.
• Experience of working with service users diagnosed with learning disability and or neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Experience of working in assertive outreach, crisis or home treatment services
• Lived experience of mental health challenges.

SKILLS/ ABILITY

Essential

• Ability to undertake assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment plans.
• Ability to prioritise work demands and be flexible
• Proven skills in undertaking risk assessments and management plans.
• Effective communication skills both verbally and written, including IT literacy
• An understanding and commitment to the principles of Recovery and social inclusion
• An understanding of the role of health promotion and education with the client group.
• Ability to advocate for the service users who you are supporting.
• The ability to supervise and participate in providing teaching and training to other staff.

Desirable

• In depth knowledge and skill related to a particular therapeutic intervention such as CBT, DBT, family work.
• Experience in group work

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Thorough understanding of care planning and the Care
• Programme Approach (CPA)
• Knowledge of physical healthcare needs.
• Commitment to and understanding of evidence- based practice.
• Knowledge of relevant NICE guidance.
• Understanding of the legislation relating to menta health care including - Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards Act, Care Act, Children's Act, Equality Act 2010.
• Awareness of safeguarding issues and responsibilities under relevant legislation.

Desirable

• Knowledge of the role of the MOJ and other criminal justice agencies..

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingsley Green, Harper Lane, Radlett, WD7 7HU

Harper Lane

Radlett

WD7 7HU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Please see attached job description and person specification

  Staff benefits

  • Pay Enhancements:

  Band

  Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am

  All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)

  1

  Time plus 47%

  Time plus 94%

  2

  Time plus 41%

  Time plus 83%

  3

  Time plus 35%

  Time plus 69%

  4 9

  Time plus 30%

  Time plus 60%

  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
  • Excellent pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Blue Light Card Discounts
  • fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Essesntial

Essential

• Previous Customer Service Experience
• Working in confidential Environment
• Knowledge of Data Protection & Confidentially
• Effective Time Management Skills
• Microsoft
• Excellent Communication Skills telephone and F2F

Desirable

• Patient administration background
• Knowledge of the EPR/Paris systems
• Previous experience in Healthcare setting
• Previous Receptionist experience

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working within NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Central Park

North West & North East CMHT, Number 1 Central Park Unit B, Northampton Road

Manchester

M40 5BP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Understanding of SOPs

Desirable

• Able to prioritize workload

Essential

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE Grades A-C or equivalent
• Willingness to work towards and complete a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship
• Evidence of IT skills including emails, Excel and Word

Desirable

• Minute taking experience
• Experience of working in a team
• Previous work experience in a customer service environment.
• Experience of working within an healthcare 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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Greater Manchester Mental Health- Prestwich Site

Oakwood Building, Pharmacy Department, Bury New Road

Prestwich, Manchester

M25 3BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached detailed job description and person specification:

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Leadership

Essential

• Planning and decision making skills. In particular an ability to contribute to strategic planning.
• Proven ability to create effective working relationships and build teams
• Experience of working with service users in the health/ social care field which must include community services

Senior operational/clinical experience

Essential

• Professional qualification (RN, AHP)
• Extensive experience of working in a clinical setting in a quality, clinical, leadership/managerial position.
• Evidence of post registration or further professional development in the relevant field.
• oA Leadership / Management Qualification (or equivalent experience)

Desirable

• Experience of CAMHS
• Post graduate qualification or experience in associated quality governance roles
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and the legal duties expected of NHS organisations
• Knowledge and experience of delivering Equality, Diversity and Inclusion agendas

Experience of quality improvement/initiatives

Essential

• Experience of a quality improvement initiative
• oAwareness of Key Performance indicators to support the achievement of local and national targets.

Desirable

• QI training at silver level

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Community CAMHS services (Wigan or Bolton)

Helping Hands Centre 155/157 Manchester Road

Wigan

WN2 2JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Typing/WP RSAII or equivalent or demonstrable experience

Desirable

• ECDL NVQ2 Business Administration GCSE English grade A-C or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an office environment

Desirable

• Reception and administration experience. Experience of working within the NHS or related healthcare. Experience of dealing with members of the public.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of office procedures. Familiar with Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Knowledge of Powerpoint, Excel, Outlook. Awareness of Recovery Model. Awareness of children/vulnerable adults guidelines.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work as member of a team. Ability to operate and maintain electronic systems and Excel trackers. Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting. Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately in a variety of settings. Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy. Able to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude to service users, carers and other staff. Good time management. Commitment to service development. Commitment to effective team work. Flexible approach to working. Willingness to undertake training appropriate to the post. Demonstrate a commitment to respecting and displaying the Trust Values at all times.

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Orchard, Salford Achieve

2 Langley Road South

Salford

M6 6GU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Desirable Criteria

Essential

• Reception and administration experience. Experience of working within the NHS or related healthcare. Experience of dealing with members of the public.

Essential Criteria

Essential

• oTyping/WP RSAII or equivalent or demonstrable experience
• oExperience of working in an office environment
• oKnowledge of office procedures. Familiar with Microsoft Office
• oGood verbal and written communication skills.

Desirable

• oECDL NVQ2 Business Administration GCSE English grade A-C or equivalent
• oKnowledge of Excel, Outlook. Awareness of vulnerable adults guidelines.

Essential Criteria

Essential

• oGood verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work as member of a team. Ability to operate and maintain electronic systems and Excel trackers. Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the health care setting. Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately in a variety of settings. Able to deal with sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy. Able to present factual information and refer questions to others where appropriate.
• oAbility to demonstrate a positive attitude to service users, carers and other staff. Good time management. Commitment to service development. Commitment to effective team work. Flexible approach to working. Willingness to undertake training appropriate to the post. Demonstrate a commitment to respecting and displaying the Trust Values at all times.

Desirable

• oReception and administration experience. Experience of working within the NHS or related healthcare. Experience of dealing with members of the public.

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

TRAFFORD ACHIEVE

454 Chester Road

Old Trafford, Manchester

M16 9HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Responsibilities will include:

Consultation sessions including face to face and telephone

Clinical administration

Attend, educational, multidisciplinary, practice and clinical meetings

Attend training and events organised by the practice and the ICB/Federation

Participate in an annual performance review

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registered
• Qualified General Practitioner
• Registered on NHS performer list
• Experience using System One

Desirable

• Good understanding of GMS contract requirements.
• Experience and understanding of QoF and Local Enhanced Services

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

Covent Garden Medical Centre

Address

Covent Garden Medical Centre

47 Shorts Gardens

London

WC2H 9AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work in collaboration with senior colleagues and partners in education to agree priorities for Occupational Therapy support within identified school settings.

To complete assessments of children's needs using a range of standardised and non standardised activities.

To develop therapy programmes to enable children to access the school environment, develop their skills and participate in school based activities.

To provide advice and support to staff in school and parents, to enable therapy recommendations to be integrated into the child's daily routine.

To deliver treatment sessions on an individual or small group basis, evaluating the effectiveness of these using agreed outcome measures.

To maintain accurate clinical records and produce reports for statutory assessment where required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post graduation experience of working with children with a range of presentations impacting their participation in activities
• Experience in writing reports for EHCPs

Desirable

• SI related qualification
• Experience of supporting children with sensory differences within the school setting

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• Current HCPC registration
• Current UK Driving Licence

Desirable

• SI related qualification

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

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

The Lyng Centre for Health & Social Care

Frank Fisher Way

West Bromwich

B70 7AW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role entails

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oDegree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• oRegistered with HCPC

Desirable

• oMember of specialist section with RCOT

Experience

Essential

• oExperience must include working within a community service / rehab / neurology or long-term conditions
• oExperience of working as part of an Occupational Therapy team and the wider MDT.
• oExperience of delegating to and supervising Occupational Therapy students and junior staff members.
• oContribution to the clinical education of less experienced staff/ undergraduate Occupational Therapists.

Desirable

• oInvolvement in audit and research

Communication

Essential

• oAble to adhere to Trust and Departmental documentation standards. Able to write complex patient reports
• oAble to communicate effectively in face-to-face contact, telephone contact, e-mail contact and internal and external meetings.

Management experience

Essential

• oAble to organise and prioritise own caseload
• oAble to organise, supervise and delegate tasks to support workers

Personal Qualities

Essential

• oAble to work as a team member
• oAble to demonstrate initiative and commitment to self-directed learning
• oAble to demonstrate initiative and commitment to self-directed learning

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

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

West Bromwich

B18 7QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure the privacy, dignity and safety of individuals is maintained at all timesDemonstrate the ability to recognise changing priorities seeking advice and support fromthe Registered Nurse or other registered care professionals as appropriate

Report back and share information with the registered nurses on the condition, behaviour,activity and responses of individualsRecognise issues relating to safeguarding vulnerable people and report any problems orraise concerns to the appropriate care professionalsAssist in the assessment of and contribute to the management of risk across several areaswithin the environment where care is being administeredAssist in the implementation of appropriate action to meet the specific physical, emotionaland psychological, social, cultural and spiritual needs of individuals and carers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nurse Associate qualification
• NMC professional registration

Desirable

• Interest in teaching/ability to teach

Experience

Essential

• Relevant clinical experience
• Support development of less experienced staff and students

Desirable

• Neonatal experience

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

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

MIDLAND METROPLITAN HOSPITAL

GROVE LANE

BRIMINGHAM

B66 2QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical patient / client care

1. To be responsible for own practice and accountable for all aspects of physiotherapy treatment and care delivered to the patient. To ensure clinical effectiveness using evidence based practice.

2. Manage the physiotherapeutic treatment of children with a range of conditions, including children with cognitive impairment or disabilities.

3. To undertake highly specialist physiotherapy assessment and treatment as an autonomous practitioner, and support / advise colleagues where appropriate.

4. To assess, diagnose and develop individual care/treatment plans for a range of paediatric conditions in conjunction with parents/carers, some of which will be highly complex or will be for patients with complex clinical, social and emotional needs.

5. To be responsible for reassessing patient care as treatment progresses and alter treatment programmes as appropriate.

6. Be able to analyse clinical and social information from a range of sources and integrate into physiotherapy assessment and development of care/treatment plan.

7. To be a source of MSK clinical expertise and advice for other physiotherapists in the team and colleagues in the acute services.

8. To provide specialist advice on patient care to other health, social, educational and voluntary sector services. This may involve negotiating or requesting changes to treatment programmes/care plans set by other paediatric professionals.

9. Analyse and understand impact on child and physiotherapy treatment of various treatment plans/diagnosis from other disciplines. This includes interpreting medical and educational and psychological assessments of the patient.

10. Be responsible for maintaining a high standard of clinical practice using evidence based practice to ensure a high quality physiotherapy service.

11. Be highly skilled in communicating with children of all ages who have a range of physical and psychological barriers to understanding eg. autism.

12. Be able to motivate and persuade children of all ages, some with a range of complex conditions/disabilities to work with treatment programmes and work towards treatment goals.

13 To initiate multi-disciplinary case meetings/team meetings to discuss individual patients or groups of patients when appropriate.

14. Write reports in accordance with service procedures/guidelines and ensure timely delivery to other members of the wider care team. The position will require you to have, or to attain a working knowledge of best practice under the Special Educational Needs and Disability reforms which came into force on 1 September 2014.

As part of this you will need to be able to, or be willing to learn how to compile reports to contribute to an Education, Health, Care Plan via a physiotherapy assessment, and be able to complete reviews where necessary.

15. Ensure good communication with patient carers, demonstrating the ability to discuss difficult diagnoses with tact and sympathy. Managing distressed or aggressive patients or carers. Attend and contribute verbally and write reports for Child Protection proceedings.

16. To deal with complaints with tact and understanding to minimise escalation according to the Trust Complaints Policy.

17. To observe confidentiality of records and health information and to share information with others in the interest of the child. Observing the Data Protection and Caldecott Information in line with guidelines.

18. To work within Infection Control and Health & Safety guidelines in order to deal appropriately with unpleasant conditions related to client contact as they arise e.g. exposure to body fluids and infectious conditions encountered on a regular basis.

19. To undertake complex risk assessments and advise others in determining appropriate management especially relating to manual handling and safe use of equipment.

Professional

20. To demonstrate a sound understanding of clinical governance, including ability to audit own and teams practice.

21. To use audit results, current research and government guidelines to recommend changes to service delivery and to clinical practice, demonstrating evidence based link to the development and improvement of clinical practice.

22. Lead on aspects of changes in working practices and clinical practices of the physiotherapy team. Ensure that where this impacts on the work of other health professionals or services they are informed and assisted with managing the changes to work organisation/service delivery.

23. To work within standards set by the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and national standards e.g. Nice guidance, NSK for childrens services and SEND reforms.

24. To ensure timely referrals of clients to other services as appropriate.

25. Be responsible for maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records using EMIS templates..

Service Development/Management

26. To participate in cross organisation/MDT working parties to develop clinical and policy changes within the paediatric service. This may involve being the lead physiotherapy contributor to local treatment procedures and guidelines or improvements to cross organisational communication regarding patients.

27. To be responsible for monitoring and developing high service standards and patient care.

28. To have day to day operational management responsibilities for a defined team within the service.

29. To act and deputise for the head of service as appropriate.

30. Propose changes to service delivery within the paediatric team and implement when necessary, acting in partnership with the childrens physiotherapy service lead.

31. To plan, organise and prioritise own patient caseload and to assist band 6 and therapy assistants to plan and prioritise delegated caseloads/work.

32. Organise and manage appropriate delegation of patient care/work to therapy assistants.

33. Plan, organise and deliver training to the physiotherapy team, members of the multi-disciplinary team and staff from other agencies.

34. To organise the appraisal and assessment of other physiotherapists and therapy assistants for whom you have line management duties.

35. Undertake own CPD, participate in peer reviews, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of specialty through research and work of clinical interest groups.

36. Comply with the duties placed on employees by the Bromley Healthcares Health and Safety Policy and Related Procedures and to act in accordance with all instruction, information and training supplied in relation to those duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in physiotherapy recognised by HCPC.
• Registered with HCPC
• Evidence of CPD to high level of clinical expertise in chosen paediatric area. (MSK)
• Understanding of hydrotherapy treatment

Desirable

• Member of APCP
• Post Graduate courses relevant to paediatric speciality: Paediatric MSK oPaediatric Bobath course Child development oSpecialist courses/study on conditions that affect child development

Information Technology

Essential

• Good keyboard skills Basic IT knowledge including power point and word and emails.
• Ability to be create and provide printed programmes for children and families from available resources.

Desirable

• Skills in using Excel & publisher

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience in the field of paediatrics, with other appropriate MSK experience
• Experience at a band 6 level or equivalent. Working paediatric rotation plus other relevant rotations e.g. neuro development, neuro rehabilitation, paediatric medicine, respiratory care, orthopaedics
• Junior rotational experience across a broad range of rotations.
• Experience working with paediatric MSK caseload
• Experience with working with children who have challenging behaviours.
• Experience and sound understanding of working with children's safeguarding procedures.
• Sound understanding of the process of SEND reforms and experience of writing EHC reports.
• Experience of supervising and teaching junior and undergraduate physiotherapists.
• Experience of delegating work to therapy assistants.
• Experience of and ability to manage complaints and concerns raised.
• Experience and confidence in discussing clinical assessment with consultants and other medical professionals.

Desirable

• Experience of carrying out clinical audit
• Experience of developing service improvements

Skills

Essential

• Able to deal with parents and other professionals who have anxieties and concerns
• Ability to time manage, prioritise, delegate and organise.
• Ability to provide professional/clinical leadership for assessment and analysis in specialist area of clinical field.
• Understanding of children's specialist equipment and orthotics.
• Skills in implementing and motivating advice/ treatment plan to be followed.
• Sound understanding of safeguarding principles.
• Understanding of the role of the physio when supporting children attending educational settings.

Desirable

• UK Driving licence with access to a car or other means of transport.
• Evidence of good teaching skills.
• Skills in presentation to larger audiences of other professionals and agencies

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

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Phoenix Children's resource Centre

40 Masons Hill

Bromley

BR2 9JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.bromleyhealthcare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be responsible for supporting the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care while working collaboratively with colleagues across the organisation.Consultants are responsible for a clinical team caring for patients from a specific locality of Southampton or West Hampshire. There are strong links to community teams and services and links to primary care within each of these localities.

There is an opportunity for this current ward-based role to become a rotational post, with time spent in one of the other specialty areas where Medicine for Older People services currently exist: Same Day Emergency Care Emergency Department (ED) interface including ED Intervention Team (EDIT) Orthogeriatrics Surgical liaison

Below is a summary of the additional work undertaken within the department. Subspecialty interests in the following will be encouraged: Parkinsons Disease Syncope Community Falls Frailty Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment Research

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, including responsibilities, requirements, and essential criteria.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The successful candidate will be employed under the terms and conditions of service for Consultants (England) 2003.

Proposed interview date: 14th October 2026

This vacancy closes on or before 16th September 2026

Person Specification

Qualifications, Training & Experience

Essential

• MRCP medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• Appropriate knowledge base, and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Extensive and in-depth knowledge of working within the NHS

Desirable

• Research qualification or experience
• Education/Training qualification
• Substantive posts in Medicine in UK Teaching Hospital
• Participation in Audit and Clinical Governance activity
• CCST in General (internal) Medicine and Geriatric Medicine (or expected within 6 months of interview)

Aptitudes and Skills

Essential

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi-professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)
• Demonstrate good organisational skills including ability to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate the ability to be calm, compassionate, and able to respond efficiently to various circumstances, which may change rapidly
• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Leadership and Organisation skills

Desirable

• Awareness of changing structure within the NHS
• Management skills

Living the Trust Values

Essential

• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Patients First
• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Always Improving
• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values: Working Together

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant may be required to cover other areas when needed. It will be a mix of Domestic/Porter/Laundry and response. The ability to work effectively and flexibly, both independently and as part of a team, while maintaining a high standard of work, is essential.

Full in-house training will be provided to support your personal development, and you will be supported with all required training. Uniform will also be supplied.

Benefits include:

Enhanced rates for weekendsExcellent NHS pension schemeIn-house training opportunitiesFantastic discounts for NHS staff

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

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a supportive and dedicated team, helping to maintain a safe and welcoming environment for both staff and service users at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary / skill level is below the minimum required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Basic numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to use own initiative to manage the requirements of the job
• Flexible in managing own time and work duties
• Ability to work alone and as part of a team

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Desirable

• An ability to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to trust values
• Knowledge and awareness of special diets and allergens.
• Basic understanding of Infection Control.
• Understanding of the responsibility relating to H&S at work and COSHH.
• Knowledge of Manual Handling.
• Knowledge of NHS policy & procedures.
• Basic knowledge of Food Safety.

Qualifications

Essential

• An understanding of cleanliness and good hygiene practices

Desirable

• Recognised catering, cleaning or support services qualification

Experience

Desirable

• Experience or working within a catering, portering or cleaning environment
• Experience of working within healthcare environment
• Experience of working with COSSH and SSOW

Training

Essential

• Ability to undertake all mandatory training as required by the individual site
• Ability to undertake any necessary skills and competency training required by the post

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Highbury Hospital

Highbury Rd

Nottingham

NG6 9DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Name Tim Hiles Position Chief Operating Officer Email [email protected] Phone number Shortlisting Date: 14th September Interview Date: 12th October

There are five Director of Operations posts within Leeds Teaching Hospital Trust (LTHT). The post holders will play a key role in the delivery of high quality clinical services and will support a number of Clinical Service Units (CSUs) in the delivery of the Trust objectives, with a particular focus on achievement against the agreed CSU Delivery Contracts. This role requires individuals who are driven, ambitious and passionate about patient care, and who have a desire to influence at the highest levels working in close partnership with senior clinical and managerial staff.

To succeed in this role, candidates need to be able to build confidence across the organisation and CSUs as well as with external partners.

The successful applicant will be one of five Directors of Operations within the Trust. The post holder will play a key role in the delivery of high-quality clinical services, the Trust’s commitments and objectives.

In addition, you will provide leadership, guidance and support to a defined portfolio of CSU’s, through the integrated accountability framework, reporting monthly to the executive Team, in the development of transformational plans.

This role requires individuals who are driven, ambitious and passionate about patient care, and who have a desire to influence at the highest levels working in close partnership with senior clinical and managerial staff.

We are seeing a visible leader with a recent track record of strong operational service delivery in a complex healthcare environment. You will have an open and transparent leadership style with extensive experience of delivering performance, improvement and service change.

First degree or equivalent NHS management experience and evidence of practical application of expertise at this level. Experience of working at senior management level in large complex environment. Highly developed leadership and influencing skills with the ability to enthuse, motivate and involve individuals and teams and have them understand the Trust's and your performance expectations. Ability to lead the redesign of services to ensure they are delivered to the highest standard and are cost effective. Demonstrate the ability to work under pressure whilst supporting and getting the most out of staff. Able to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiences using a range of different approaches

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• For further information, please click 'Apply' where you can download the full job description and person specification from our careers site.

Experience

Essential

• For further information, please click 'Apply' where you can download the full job description and person specification from our careers site.

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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Role - may include the following:

Management of medicines at discharge from hospital

• To reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals, intermediate care and into care homes, including identifying and rectifying unexplained changes and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge.
• Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to high-risk groups of patients (e.g., those with medicine compliance aids or those in care homes).

Risk stratification

• Identification of cohorts of patients at high risk of harm from medicines through pre-prepared practice computer searches. This might include risks that are patient related, medicine related, or both.

Unplanned hospital admissions

• Review the use of medicines most commonly associated with unplanned hospital admissions and readmissions through audit and individual patient reviews.
• Put in place changes to reduce the prescribing of these medicines to high-risk patient groups.

Repeat prescribing

• Produce and implement a repeat prescribing policy.
• Manage the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates and flagging up those needing a review to the GP. Monitor and manage patients with polypharmacy.

Telephone and patient facing medicines support

• Provide a telephone help line for patients with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines.
• Hold clinics for patients requiring face-to-face medicines use reviews

Medication review

• Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for the GPs on prescribing and monitoring.

Care home medication reviews

• Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for the GP on prescribing and monitoring.
• Work with care home staff to improve safety of medicines ordering and administration.
• Domiciliary clinical medication review
• Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients and produce recommendations for the GPs on prescribing and monitoring.

Long-term condition clinics

• See patients with single medical problems where medicine optimisation is required (e.g., COPD, asthma).
• Make recommendations to GPs for medicine improvements.

Service development

• Contribute pharmaceutical advice for the development and
• implementation of new services that have medicinal components (e.g., advise on treatment pathways and patient information leaflets).

Care Quality Commission

• Work with the Federation and Member Practices to ensure compliance with CQC standards where medicines are involved.
• Undertake risk assessment and management and ensure compliance with medicines legislation.

Public health

• To contribute to public health campaigns, including flu vaccinations and adult immunisation programmes.

Cost saving programmes

• Undertake changes to medicines (switches) designed to save on medicine costs where a medicine or product with lower acquisition cost is now available.

Medicine information to practice staff and patients

• Answers all medicine-related enquiries from GPs, other practice staff and patients with queries about medicines.

Information management

• Analyse, interpret and present medicines data to highlight issues and risks to support decision making.

Medicines quality improvement

• Undertake simple audits of prescribing in areas directed by the GPs, feedback the results and implement changes in conjunction with the practice team.

Training

• Provide education and training to primary healthcare team on therapeutics and medicines optimisation.
• Implementation of local and national guidelines and formulary recommendations
• Monitor practice prescribing against the local health economys RAG list and make recommendations to GPs for medicines that should be prescribed by hospital doctors (red drugs) or subject to shared care (amber drugs).
• Assist practices in setting and maintaining a practice formulary that is hosted on the practices computer system.
• Auditing practices compliance against NICE technology assessment guidance.
• Provide newsletters or bulletins on important prescribing messages.

Medicines safety

• Implement changes to medicines that result from MHRA alerts, product withdrawal and other local and national guidance.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• In depth therapeutic and clinical knowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based

Desirable

• An appreciation of the nature of GPs and general practice

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good IT skills
• Able to recognise priorities
• Able to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• Full Driving License / willingness to travel across patch
• Strong analytical and judgement skills
• Ability to analyse and interpret information and present results in a clear and concise manner
• Experienced working with EMIS Web Medical Record system

Desirable

• Able to effectively influence others to complete agreed actions

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional attitude, calm and efficient manner
• Conscientious, hardworking, self- motivated, work with minimal supervision
• Creative and tenacious in finding solutions to difficult problems
• Ability to work with both clinical and administrative staff
• Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
• Ability to engage and sustain relationships with all professionals, other organisations and service-users
• Honest, reliable and enthusiastic, has a flexible approach
• Committed to personal development, willingness to undergo further training or development
• Car user and willing to travel between PCN GP practices

Qualifications

Essential

• Pharmacy Degree
• Minimum 2 years post qualification experience in Pharmacy
• Experience of / familiarity with clinical systems such as Emis
• Current GPhC registration

Desirable

• Independent Prescribing

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

Bolton GP Federation

Address

Bolton Primary Care Hub

Chorley Street

BOLTON

BL1 4AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.boltongpfed.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for the overall management, leadership, strategic planning and development and delivery of Adult and Childrens Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT) within and out with the organisation

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Innovative problem solving/analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including being able to communicate effectively across all disciplines clinical and managerial and at all levels
• Strategic vision and planning skills and the ability to explore imaginative ways of optimising use of resources
• Ability to lead and embed change
• Visible and supportive leadership style. With the capability, confidence, temperament and self-motivation to see projects through to completion
• Experience of planning and service development in a complex organisation resulting in improvements in delivery or practice
• Able to negotiate, persuade and influence at a senior level with executive management, consultants, external stakeholders and other groups on highly complex, sensitive and contentious issues

Desirable

• Project Management experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience, knowledge and proven track record of delivery in managing and developing a range of diverse and complex operational services.
• Experience of managing a complex and demanding workload.
• Ability to translate strategic plans into operation reality.
• Experience of successfully leading professional groups.
• Able to condense multiple and often conflicting information sources into simple formats
• Experience of effective partnership and collaborative working
• Experience of workforce planning and development

Physical Skills

Essential

• Ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.

Qualifications

Essential

• Possess highly developed specialist knowledge acquired through formal qualifications and/or relevant specialist experience in practice equivalent to Masters level.
• Relevant degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Registration with HCPC
• Proven management experience at a senior level including dealing with a range of HR matters, financial management, project management, change management, management information systems, governance and recognised leadership qualification or willing to work towards.

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

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust