Job description

Job responsibilities

Greet Patients in person, working to put them at ease and giving any explanations within your competency

Signpost Patients to the correct service to ensure that they receive the right care first time

Make and change appointments as required

Work with the Practice information recording systems and computer systems in maintaining clinical records

Handle payments to the Practice by cash, card, cheque and bank transfer ensuring accurate records are maintained

Report all significant events, including near misses for inclusion in the Practice Risk Register

Practice the highest standards of confidentiality when dealing with all aspects of Patient Information

Participate in the maintenance of the complaints system at the Practice and in resolving complaints to improve service

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• A good standard of General Education including English and Maths at GCSE C or above

Experience

Essential

• Good understanding of Information Technology
• English Language, both spoken and written
• Good communication skills, in person, on the phone and in writing

Desirable

• Use of excel, word and office applications

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

Haringey GP Federation

Address

48 Station Road

Wood Green

London

N22 7TY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.

When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).

Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Maths GCSE grade C and above
• English GCSE grade C and above

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in relevant Subject

Knowledge and Nature of Experience

Desirable

• NHS Background
• Experience of using a Patient Administration System
• Experience of Database use

Analytical and Judgement Skills

Essential

• Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills
• Computer literate with knowledge and experience of using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Outlook.

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

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

KIDSNTS Birmingham Children's Hospital

Printing House

Birmingham

B4 6DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**For more information about this role, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Entry on the GMC register with Licence to practise
• Approved clinician status
• Section 12(2) Approval under the Mental Health Act
• Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST

Experience

Essential

• 3 years or equivalent medical experience
• 6 months experience in relevant clinical area
• Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illess

Attributes

Essential

• Effective team working
• Leadership qualities
• Flexibility
• Driving Licence/able to travel independently
• Research

Clinical Governance

Essential

• A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
• Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice

Teaching

Essential

• Experience of supervising junior medical staff
• Teaching and presentation skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Chatterton House

Goodwins Road

Kings Lynn

PE30 5PE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Knowledge, Training and Expertise

Contribute to the development of spiritual healthcare in a multi-faith setting, being sensitive to and aware of the varying pastoral, spiritual and religious needs of diverse ethnic groups, and to assist staff on responding to their needs.

Assist and advise external partners, e.g. representatives of faith communities, in the pastoral care of their people while in hospital, and to receive information from them, always observing the rules of confidentiality by which every NHS employee is bound

Adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct (2024) of the Council for Professional Chaplains and Pastoral Carers (formerly UKBHC

Communication Skills and Working Relationships

Be an informed, visible, and active presence in the Trust, visiting wards or departments frequently; ensuring that the pastoral, spiritual and religious needs of patients, staff and relatives are met.

Communicate clearly and empathetically with patients, relatives and staff at all times.

Use advanced communication skills and inter-personal skills to give and receive complex information often in sensitive or intense situations, e.g. following receipt of bad news or where there may be barriers to understanding or acceptance

Work with the early pregnancy, maternity and neonatal teams to offer support to parents and families experiencing baby loss at any stage of gestation, or the care of extremely ill babies.

Actively offer a ministry of encouragement to staff and offer time and space for supportive listening and counsel when sought

Help patients, relatives and staff articulate their pastoral, spiritual or religious needs and identify resources to address them

Ensure that the prayer rooms, Chapel and Oasis are properly maintained and accessible to all.

Analytical and Judgement Skills

Contribute to education programs within the Trust to enhance understanding of spiritual, cultural, and religious needs of patients and staff

Provide support to members of multi-disciplinary teams engaged in pastoral and spiritual assessment or referral, to help this become a standard part of patient care

Planning and Organisational Skills

Plan and organise own workload

Ensure that suitable religious services, rites, and ceremonies are made available to all who require them, without discrimination and in consultation with ward staff and the patients religious community as appropriate.

Plan, organise and conduct adult contract funerals, baby funerals (at any stage of gestation) thanksgiving, memorial, and other services as required

Freedom to Act

Initiate and take responsibility for own work pattern within the parameters of national standards and Trust polices

Attend appropriate meetings related to work, both inside and outside the Trust

Be a part of the Chaplaincy response within the Trusts major incident plans and response.

Management Responsibility

Supervise trainee chaplains and chaplaincy volunteers as required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent work or life experience) with demonstrable learning in a relevant field such as counselling, pastoral care, psychology, psychotherapy, religious studies or theology.
• Endorsement to practice as a healthcare chaplain by a recognized/established sponsoring faith community or belief group.
• Evidence of annual continued professional development relevant to healthcare chaplaincy to UKBHC standards

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification (or equivalent life or work experience or working towards) with demonstrable outcomes of learning relevant to healthcare chaplaincy
• Registration, or ability to be registered with the UKBHC
• Qualification (or working towards) in pastoral supervision (such as those recommended by APSE), coaching, management or leadership

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years full time experience, or equivalent, of working as a designated healthcare chaplain

Desirable

• Experience of supervising volunteers

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge of tenets of own faith/belief tradition
• Knowledge of and engagement with faith/belief traditions beyond own
• Evidence of proactive practice of CPD
• Knowledge of current research in healthcare chaplaincy
• Evidence of offering spiritual care beyond own faith/belief boundaries with evidence of commitment to an inclusive approach to chaplaincy
• Evidence of reflecting critically on the practice and experience of providing pastoral care, and on finding/searching for meaning through exploration of spiritual issues encountered in sickness, mental health, dying, death and bereavement
• Evidence of the ability to manage time prioritizing workload including a commitment to continuity of service provision

Desirable

• Engagement with safeguarding, information governance, audit, service evaluation or research
• Training in research, audit and service evaluation
• Ability to deliver training at a variety of levels
• Ability to adapt ritual (which can come from a variety of sources) in an appropriate style to context in clinical environments
• Cultural competence and religious literacy in diverse religious, spiritual and pastoral traditions
• Ability to lead reflective practice
• Act as an informed theological/philosophical and ethical resource in complex pastoral and clinical situations
• Evidence of self-care to enhance resilience or manage stress - e.g. meditation, prayer, exercise, journalling, reflective supervision

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Evidence of working collaboratively, contributing to team and sustaining positive working relationships with colleagues
• Evidence of establishing and sustaining relationships in pastorally complex and challenging environments, demonstrating empathy and compassion while taking personal responsibility and initiative
• Evidence of fluent and effective communication in speech and writing
• Evidence of practising professionally within recognised boundaries in [pastorally diverse settings (as set out in the Code of Conduct)
• Ability to create and lead ritual or other spiritual process in a way that is sensitive to the pastoral context and faith/belief traditions of those present
• Possession of a professional chaplaincy identity rooted in ones one religious/spiritual/pastoral heritage that integrates professional values and behaviours, skills and specialist knowledge
• Emotional availability, cultural humility, and a positive use of power and authority, within clear and responsible boundaries
• A high degree of personal stability and resilience to cope with significant stress on a sustained basis
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge or ethical issues relating to health care
• Commitment to work within UKBHC Code of Conduct

Other

Essential

• Access to own transport
• Ability to attend an urgent on-call referral, out of hours, within 60 minutes

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 Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties

Leadership, Management & Governance

Provide effective leadership and overall management of practice operations.

Work closely with GP Partners to support strategic planning, business development and implementation of agreed priorities.

Lead and coordinate management and staff meetings, ensuring actions are implemented and monitored.

Maintain effective communication throughout the practice and foster a positive and collaborative working culture.

Represent the practice at relevant external meetings and maintain productive relationships with NHS organisations and key stakeholders.

Support service improvement initiatives and the ongoing development of the practice.

People Management & Workforce

Lead recruitment, onboarding and retention activities.

Oversee performance management, appraisals, staff wellbeing, sickness absence management and workforce planning.

Ensure mandatory training requirements are met and professional development opportunities are supported.

Authorise leave and support effective staffing arrangements across the practice.

Promote an inclusive, supportive and high-performing working environment.

Work with outsourced HR providers to ensure employment matters are managed effectively and consistently.

Quality, Compliance & Patient Experience

Maintain oversight of governance, risk management and regulatory compliance, including CQC requirements.

Lead the management of complaints, compliments, significant events and patient feedback.

Ensure compliance with information governance, GDPR, safeguarding and data protection requirements.

Maintain and regularly review practice policies, procedures and business continuity arrangements.

Ensure effective systems are in place to monitor and improve patient experience and service quality.

Promote a culture of learning, accountability and continuous improvement.

Contractual, Financial & Performance Management

Lead financial management, budgeting and resource planning.

Monitor income, expenditure and financial performance, supporting the long-term sustainability of the practice.

Oversee contractual obligations and service delivery requirements.

Support achievement of QOF, Enhanced Services and other contractual targets.

Liaise with the ICB, NHS England, Primary Care Network and other commissioning organisations as required.

Ensure accurate reporting, submissions and performance monitoring.

Premises, Business Continuity & Operations

Maintain overall responsibility for premises and facilities management.

Ensure safe, effective and efficient practice operations and service delivery.

Oversee business continuity planning and emergency preparedness.

Manage relationships with external contractors and service providers.

Support the resolution of operational issues and ensure risks are appropriately identified, managed and escalated.

Digital, IT & Service Development

Lead and support digital transformation and IT improvement initiatives.

Work with colleagues and external providers to ensure systems are utilised effectively, securely and efficiently.

Encourage innovation and service redesign that enhances patient care and operational effectiveness.

Support the implementation of new technologies, systems and ways of working.

Monitor developments within primary care and identify opportunities for future service improvement.

Clinical Governance & Service Development

Support clinical leaders in maintaining effective clinical governance processes.

Assist with the delivery and monitoring of enhanced services and commissioned programmes.

Contribute to service development projects and business growth opportunities.

Support audits, quality improvement programmes and initiatives that improve patient outcomes and service delivery.

Additional Responsibilities

Act as a key point of contact for external stakeholders and partner organisations.

Maintain awareness of national and local developments affecting primary care.

Ensure statutory and NHS reporting requirements are fulfilled.

Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as reasonably requested by the GP Partners.

Place of Work

Walderslade Surgery, Hoyland, Barnsley.

The role is primarily based on-site and requires a visible and accessible leadership presence within the practice.

Health & Safety

The postholder is responsible for maintaining a safe working environment and ensuring compliance with all relevant health and safety, infection prevention and control, and risk management requirements.

This includes:

Confidentiality

In the course of their duties, the postholder will have access to confidential patient, staff and business information and must maintain the highest standards of confidentiality at all times.

All information relating to patients, colleagues and the business of the practice must be handled in accordance with legislation, NHS requirements and practice policies relating to confidentiality, GDPR and information governance.

Equality and Diversity

The postholder will actively support equality, diversity and inclusion by treating patients, carers, colleagues and stakeholders with dignity, fairness and respect.

They will ensure that practice policies and procedures are applied consistently and in accordance with current legislation and best practice.

Personal/Professional Development

The postholder will participate fully in appraisal, training and professional development activities and take responsibility for maintaining and developing their knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the role.

This includes participating in annual performance reviews and contributing to a culture of learning and development across the practice.

Quality

The postholder will contribute to maintaining and improving quality throughout the practice by:

Communication

The postholder will demonstrate excellent communication skills and build positive working relationships with patients, colleagues, GP Partners, NHS organisations and external stakeholders.

They will ensure information is communicated clearly, professionally and appropriately, promoting collaboration and effective team working throughout the practice.

Notes

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive. The role requires flexibility and adaptability, and the successful candidate will be expected to undertake additional responsibilities commensurate with the position and the evolving needs of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Professional, approachable and supportive leadership style.
• Highly organised and self-motivated.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Trustworthy, with a high level of integrity.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient-centred services.

Desirable

• Experience leading organisational change and innovation within primary care.

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant management, business, administration, healthcare management qualification or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Desirable

• AMSPAR or equivalent Practice Management qualification.
• Leadership or management qualification.
• Training or qualifications in HR, finance, governance or health and safety.

Experience

Essential

• Significant leadership and management experience.
• Financial and budget management experience.
• Experience of managing and supporting staff.
• Experience of working within a healthcare environment or similarly complex organisation.
• Experience of managing competing priorities and delivering operational objectives.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Practice Manager, Deputy Practice Manager or Assistant Practice Manager.
• Experience within General Practice.
• Knowledge of NHS primary care contracts and funding mechanisms.
• Experience of CQC compliance and governance.
• Experience of service improvement, project management and business development.
• Premises and facilities management experience.
• Experience of working collaboratively with Primary Care Networks, Integrated Care Boards and wider NHS organisations.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership and people management abilities.
• Effective organisational, planning and time-management skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making capability.
• Ability to build productive professional relationships and partnerships.
• Ability to lead change and support continuous service improvement.
• Strong IT and digital systems skills.

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS Web, Docman and NHS reporting systems.
• Knowledge of NHS contractual and performance frameworks.
• Experience implementing digital transformation initiatives.

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

Walderslade Surgery

Address

High Croft

Hoyland

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S74 9AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about the duties and responsibilities for this role, please refer to the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

Desirable

• Please refer to the attached person specification document.

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

Locala Health and Wellbeing

Address

Mill Hill Health Centre, 68 Dalton Green Lane, Huddersfield

Huddersfield

HD5 9TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The role is remunerated at GP02 1 session a week but there must be appropriate and reasonable flexibility as the demands of the role will not be uniform throughout the year.

This role is for an established TPD looking to extend their responsibilities.

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Registered Medical or Dental Practitioner with a current licence to practise or hold a Certificate of Completion of Training (or equivalent) in Public Health (for roles in School of Public Health).
• Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty or professional association relevant to the advertised role's Specialty
• Applicants must be in current NHS clinical practice (or similar setting), or within 2 years of ceasing clinical practice, whilst in this post
• Applicants, regardless of professional background, must have a track record of professionalism in line with the principles set out in Good Medical Practice and compatible with appointment in a senior clinical educator role.
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development.
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, NHS appraisal processes.
• Applicants who are GPs are normally required to be on the National Performer's List (unless they are solely undertaking an educational management role).

Desirable

• Higher educational qualification such as a postgraduate certificate, diploma or Master's in education.

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Good working knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes.
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
• Experience of working with learners and doctors in training in an educational context.
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership including across multi-professional teams
• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, National Institute for Health Research and academic training, NHS organisations and regulatory bodies

Desirable

• Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
• Previous experience in the recruitment and selection of doctors / learners to educational programmes.
• Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education
• Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
• An understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• A strong sense of vision, leadership and ability to innovate
• Proven negotiation skills
• Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
• Ability to critically appraise and problem solve whilst maintaining objectivity
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills.
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders.
• Proven organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to support others (pastoral skills) and to help others develop and progress

Behaviours and Values

Essential

• Able to demonstrate NHSE WT&E's values and commitment to the values described in the NHS Constitution
• Commitment to own personal development.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Commitment and enthusiasm for education and training
• Adaptable in approach including the flexibility to work in changing environments

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

NHS England

Address

23 Stephenson Street

Birmingham

B2 4HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.

When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details (if applicable).

Occasionally we receive a large number of applications for our roles and when that happens we sometimes bring the closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Skills

Essential

• FRCS (ORTHO) or equivalent
• Full GMC Registration

Desirable

• BSc, or MSc, or MD, or PhD
• ATLS AO Paeds Course

Experience

Essential

• A solid grounding in Orthopaedics
• Experience of working in the NHS

Desirable

• Recent Paediatric Orthopaedic experience (trauma and elective) at middle grade level in a recognised major centre

Knowledge

Essential

• Career intention in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery or clear path to CESR / CCT in Orthopaedics

Desirable

• Evidence of previous research or audit directly relevant to Paediatric Orthopaedics

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

Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birmingham Children's Hospital

Steelhouse Lane

Birmingham

B4 6NH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities of this advert can be found in the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to NVQ Level 2 or equivalent experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Administrative / secretarial experience
• Good working knowledge of MS Office systems including: Word, Excel and Outlook
• Understanding of Confidentiality and Data Protection
• Strong organisational skills
• Knowledge of GP clinical systems (SystmOne)

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS Primary Care / General Practice

Skills

Essential

• Data entry / keen eye for detail

Desirable

• Experience / Knowledge of NHS Issues

Communication Skills

Essential

• Able to maintain productive relationships with all levels of staff
• Effective team working
• Good standard of literacy/English language skills
• Able to maintain professionalism when dealing with stressful situations

Autonomy / Freedom to act

Essential

• Able to work on own initiative, organising and prioritising own workload
• Used to working under pressure and to tight deadlines

Values & Behaviour

Essential

• Commitment to and focused on quality, promotes high standards in all they do
• Consistently thinks about how their work links to the patients of Rotherham and the services they rely on
• Values diversity and difference, operates with integrity and openness
• Works well with others, is positive and helpful, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others

Equality, diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships

Other

Essential

• An ability to maintain confidentiality and trust and an awareness of information governance requirements and data protection
• Professional, calm and efficient manner

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

Connect Healthcare Rotherham CIC

Address

Valley Health Centre

Valley Health Centre, 2nd Floor

Rotherham

S65 3HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a People Systems and Transformation Advisor, you will proactively support the implementation and optimisation of the Future NHS Workforce Solution (new HR system) across the NHSBSA. Collaborating effectively across multiple teams and stakeholders, you will deliver process redesign and transformation of our people processes and how we work to support our effective adoption of the Future NHS Workforce Solution and achievement of the NHSBSAs business priorities and strategic goals.

You will have a relevant background in either HR, Workforce or equivalent, combining a great mix of HR system experience, analytical curiosity and process redesign with a drive to add value through effective engagement and collaboration with stakeholders across the business. You will be proactive, commercially minded, solution and future focussed, able to proactively manage, own and deliver multiple competing priorities within a landscape of continual change.

You will champion the implementation of the Future NHS Workforce Solution, be a passionate advocate and enthusiast, energising others to engage with the opportunities provided by the adoption of this brand new HR system for both our organisation and the wider sector.

Working collaboratively within the People Team and alongside HR Shared Services, Payroll and wider business stakeholders, you will deliver efficient and effective work which adds value. You will challenge the status quo, supporting excellent service delivery and a consistently high performing people provision across the NHSBSA.

In this role you are accountable for:

Research, plan and implement a broad range of process improvement initiatives that harness the opportunities of the Future NHS Workforce Solution, communicating effectively to support business wide adoption and integration. Using an evidence and research based approach that ensures consistency and benefit realisation throughout.

Role model and positively advocate for the capability and functionality of the Future NHS Workforce Solution, driving colleague engagement through a range of initiatives within Directorates and the wider organisation in conjunction with Project, People and Communications teams.

Proactively engage with stakeholders across the business to translate the opportunities, functionality, capability and capacity of the NHS Future Workforce Solution to identify, design and drive transformation of our existing people processes. Simplifying and strengthening how we work in order to enhance efficiency, timeliness, quality and colleague experience. Working closely with Business Analysts to undertake current and future state process mapping, identifying key opportunities, dependencies and risks to effective service delivery.

Frequent development of new processes and ways of working to support effective adoption of the Future NHS Workforce Solution, ensuring all requirements, deliverables and constraints are identified and considered through a sound working knowledge as subject matter expert on a range of operational activities and systems.

Enable the effective, timely and proactive delivery of HR Advisory and People services to managers and colleagues across the NHSBSA through the implementation of effective HR practices and processes across the full remit of employee relations matters.

Develop and assure effective understanding and support the application of our HR policies across the full remit of the HR Operations portfolio. Identifying opportunities for maximising efficiency through process change enabled by the Future NHS Workforce Solution. Working closely with Senior HR Advisors on policy updates, supportive managers guidance and internal process documentation.

Owning project work that adds value and continual improvement to service delivery. Embracing change and taking accountability for accurate and timely delivery.

Prepare and present regular highlight reports defining projects progress, risks and solutions for discussion with operational teams and within overall Project Board.

Being an active member of the wider People Team, continually supporting team development to ensure a consistent value adding provision to leaders, managers and colleagues. Enabling colleagues across the People Team to grow as subject matter experts of the Future NHS Workforce Solutions functionality, capability and capacity.

Effectively and confidently use people data to provide insight and inform decision making across the full remit of HR Operations activity. Undertaking a proactive role to inform and influence project task and finish group and project meeting outputs and deliverables.

Designing and delivering training/updates/briefing sessions across the NHSBSA to build stakeholders confidence and capability in the usage of the Future NHS Workforce Solution and embedding changes to processes and policy effectively.

Continually develop professional knowledge and skills by keeping up to date with external trends and best practice across the HR landscape. Participating in the identification of related implications and required changes, cascading and sharing knowledge across the HR Operations Team.

Build active internal and external networks within the NHS and across the Early Adopter community to share best practice and support the development of innovative ideas and effective partnership working.

During onboarding to the Future NHS Workforce Solution, provide support to payroll activities including maintenance of related data and processes, ensuring records are accurately prepared, validated, and maintained. Supporting testing, issue resolution, and the transition to business as usual activities, where required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 19.Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification and experience.
• 20.CIPD Associate membership.

Personal Qualities, Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• 1.Ability to apply business policies, process and procedures to inform decision making and identify process improvements.
• 2.Strong communication skills to establish effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and external parties.
• 3.Excellent emotional intelligence, interpersonal skills and personal resilience.
• 4.Able to use initiative, multi task and prioritise a diverse workload, working to deadlines within a landscape of change.
• 5.Ability to work effectively with stakeholders, utilising excellent problem solving and influencing skills to develop innovative HR solutions to meet business need.
• 6.Competent IT skills.
• 7.Recognition of the importance of confidentiality and ability to deal with situations in a sensitive manner.
• 8.Good report writing and presentation skills with ability to design and deliver effective training interventions.
• 9.Strong team worker.
• 10.Analytical and detail conscious.
• 11.Evidence of ongoing Continuous Professional Development and its effective application within your role.

Desirable

• 12.Knowledge of Agenda for Change and 'Fit for the Future: 10 Year Health Plan for England'

Experience

Essential

• 13.Significant relevant experience in an HR, Workforce or equivalent customer focussed environment.
• 14.Demonstrable experience of advising on the effective application of organisational policies, processes, procedures and best practice.
• 15.Demonstrable experience of effectively utilising and championing HR information systems.
• 16.Experience of implementing process change and improvement initiatives within a relevant environment.

Desirable

• 17.Experience of working with NHS or public sector terms and conditions of service.
• 18.Experience of working effectively with Trade Unions.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Business Services Authority

Address

Stella House

Goldcrest way, Newburn Riverside

Newcastle

NE15 8NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Current AHP with UK HCPC registration
• Up to date evidence & relevant knowledge through CPD as evidenced by portfolio

Desirable

• Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapy and / or relevant special interest groups
• Attendance at Clinical Educator Course

Experience

Essential

• Appropriate post-qualifying experience in a range of areas acute care of the elderly, neurology and community
• Appreciation of constraints to working in the community
• A clear understanding of current NHS issues, professional standards, CPD, clinical governance and experience of audit
• Ability to assess patient conditions, establish the patients problem, formulate and implement a treatment plan
• Has sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act and other legislation
• Experience of MDT working and understand their roles
• Some experience of supervising juniors/assistant/students
• Some experience in research / literature reviews
• Clinical Teaching
• Experience in community work within rehab
• Post registration experience at band 5 level in a wide range of clinical areas including elderly rehabilitation, community rehabilitation, falls management, dementia care, respiratory care and orthopaedics
• Some understanding/experience in quality improvement and service evaluation.

Desirable

• Using NHS clinical systems
• Experience in teaching and training
• Experience of line managing / Supervision of staff

Skills

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of National and local frameworks and guidelines for older people.
• Knowledge of outcome measures and evidence based practice associated with people with physical disabilities
• IT skills - e.g. Microsoft Word, Power point, Excel, Outlook
• Advanced communication and report writing skills, in both verbal and written format

Desirable

• Highly developed specialist knowledge and application of assessments and interventions relevant to client group
• Understanding and application of occupational therapy practice outcome measures

Key Attributes

Essential

• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Merton Civic Centre

London Road

Morden

SM4 5DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Bank Locum General Practitioner (GP)

Job Title: Bank Locum General Practitioner (GP)

Location: Various locations across Vertis Health services

Contract Type: Bank / Zero Hours

Reporting To: Clinical Lead / Service Manager

Job Purpose:

As a Bank Locum GP, you will provide high-quality, safe and effective clinical care across a range of primary care, urgent care and community healthcare services. Working flexibly to meet service demands, you will assess, diagnose, treat and manage patients presenting with both routine and urgent healthcare needs.

You will work autonomously within your professional scope of practice while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centred care and positive health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments of patients presenting with a wide range of healthcare needs.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions in accordance with clinical guidelines and best practice.
• Prescribe medications safely and appropriately within professional and regulatory requirements.
• Request, interpret and act upon investigations and diagnostic tests.
• Refer patients to secondary care, community services or other healthcare professionals as appropriate.
• Deliver consultations through a variety of methods, including face-to-face, telephone and virtual appointments.
• Recognise and respond appropriately to clinical deterioration, ensuring timely escalation of care where required.
• Provide clear advice, treatment plans and safety-netting information to patients and carers.
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous and legally compliant clinical records using electronic patient record systems.
• Participate in effective clinical handovers and multidisciplinary team working.
• Adhere to all safeguarding policies and ensure concerns are identified, documented and escalated appropriately.
• Support clinical governance activities, including incident reporting, audits and service improvement initiatives.
• Comply with infection prevention and control, information governance, health and safety, and organisational policies.
• Contribute positively to a culture of continuous improvement, professionalism and excellence in patient care.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Maintain full registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Work within the standards set by the GMC and other relevant professional bodies.
• Maintain continuing professional development (CPD) and participate in mandatory training requirements.
• Ensure clinical knowledge and skills remain current and aligned with evidence-based practice.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and data protection requirements at all times.

Values and Behaviours:

The post holder will be expected to:

• Deliver compassionate, patient-centred care.
• Demonstrate professionalism, integrity and accountability.
• Promote equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner organisations.
• Act as an ambassador for Vertis Health, maintaining the highest standards of conduct and care.

This job description is intended as a guide to the main duties and responsibilities of the role and may be amended to meet the changing needs of the organisation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP with full GMC registration, licence to practise and inclusion on the GP Register.
• Recent experience in general practice, urgent care, out-of-hours care, community services or another comparable setting.
• Ability to assess undifferentiated presentations, recognise deterioration and make safe autonomous decisions.
• Competence in safe prescribing, referral, escalation, clinical documentation and safety-netting.
• Strong communication and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding, consent, capacity, confidentiality, equality and clinical governance.
• Ability to use electronic clinical systems and complete service-specific digital training.
• Reliability, adaptability and willingness to work within different service models and SOPs.
• Ability to travel between locations where required for an accepted assignment.

Desirable

• Experience in same-day, urgent treatment, Emergency Department streaming, community hospital, frailty, palliative care or remote consultation services.
• Experience assessing both adults and children and young people.
• Familiarity with EMIS Web, RIO, ePMA / Bettermeds or comparable NHS clinical systems.
• Knowledge of Worcestershire pathways, formularies and local health and care services.
• Evidence of audit, quality improvement, education, clinical leadership or service mobilisation.

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

Vertis Health

Address

Worcester Royal Hospital

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job description

Job Title:Medical Receptionist / Care Coordinator Reports To:Operations Lead

About the Role

Magdalen Medical Practice is seeking an enthusiastic, professional and compassionate Medical Receptionist/Care Coordinator to join our friendly and forward-thinking team. This is a rewarding and varied role that combines front-line reception duties with patient care coordination responsibilities, making a real difference to the experience and wellbeing of our patients.

As the first point of contact for patients, you will provide a welcoming and efficient service while supporting individuals to access the most appropriate care and services. You will work closely with our GPs, nurses, clinicians and wider healthcare team to help coordinate care, particularly for vulnerable patients, those living with long-term conditions, and individuals with complex healthcare needs.

We are proud to be a respected teaching practice that embraces innovation whilst maintaining the traditional values of continuity of care and patient-centred medicine. Alongside our core GP services, we provide a range of enhanced services, including women's health clinics, vasectomy services and numerous specialist healthcare services.

Responsibilities Reception Duties

• Act as the first point of contact for patients, visitors and healthcare professionals.
• Provide a professional, friendly and helpful service at all times.
• Welcome patients attending the practice and assist them with their enquiries.
• Manage incoming and outgoing telephone calls in accordance with practice protocols.
• Book, amend and cancel appointments using the clinical system.
• Signpost patients to the most appropriate clinician, service or healthcare professional.
• Process home visit requests and ensure information is communicated appropriately.
• Handle requests for prescriptions in line with practice procedures.
• Respond to patient enquiries both in person and via telephone.
• Process incoming and outgoing correspondence and direct information to the appropriate team members.
• Assist patients registering with the practice and explain registration processes.
• Manage ambulance transport requests when required.
• Take payments for private services and issue receipts.
• Ensure reception and waiting areas remain tidy, welcoming and professional.
• Maintain confidentiality and data security at all times.
• Support colleagues in the smooth day-to-day operation of the practice.

Care Coordination Duties

Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, you will:

• Support patients in accessing appropriate healthcare, social care and community services.
• Act as an advocate for patients who require additional support navigating health services.
• Focus particularly on frail and elderly patients, those with long-term conditions, end-of-life care needs, health inclusion needs and frequent attenders.
• Build positive relationships with patients, carers and families.
• Support patients in understanding their health conditions and treatment options.
• Assist in the development and review of personalised care and support plans.
• Coordinate care between GP services, community services, secondary care providers and voluntary organisations.
• Work closely with social prescribing link workers, health coaches and other healthcare professionals.
• Help patients access support groups, education programmes and community resources designed to improve health and wellbeing.
• Encourage patients to become active participants in managing their own health.
• Identify barriers that may affect a patient's ability to access healthcare and work collaboratively to address these challenges.
• Proactively manage and monitor designated patient groups under the direction of clinicians.
• Ensure patients receive coordinated and joined-up care across services.
• Support the practice in meeting quality improvement and population health objectives.

Communication and Teamwork

The successful candidate will:

• Maintain effective communication with patients, carers and colleagues.
• Build positive working relationships across all departments within the practice.
• Liaise effectively with GPs, nurses, administrative teams and external organisations.
• Demonstrate empathy, patience and understanding when dealing with vulnerable patients.
• Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of individuals, including those with communication difficulties or language barriers.
• Contribute positively to team meetings and practice initiatives.
• Promote a culture of respect, inclusion and teamwork.

Confidentiality and Information Governance

The post holder will have access to sensitive patient and organisational information and must:

• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Comply with GDPR, Data Protection legislation and practice policies.
• Handle patient information securely and appropriately.
• Ensure information is only shared with authorised individuals in accordance with established procedures.

Quality and Continuous Improvement

The post holder will:

• Contribute to maintaining high standards of patient care and service delivery.
• Identify areas for improvement and suggest solutions.
• Participate in quality improvement projects where appropriate.
• Support the practice in achieving contractual, clinical and quality targets.
• Work collaboratively to improve patient experience and access to services.
• Take responsibility for personal performance and professional development.

Health and Safety

The post holder will:

• Adhere to all health and safety policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and colleagues.
• Use personal security systems where appropriate.
• Report hazards, incidents and risks promptly.
• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
• Participate in mandatory training and updates.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The practice is committed to promoting equality and diversity. The post holder will:

• Treat all patients, colleagues and visitors with dignity and respect.
• Support an inclusive and welcoming environment.
• Recognise and respect individual needs, beliefs and circumstances.
• Deliver services in a non-judgemental and compassionate manner.

Training and Development

As a teaching and training practice, we are committed to supporting staff development. The successful candidate will:

• Participate in mandatory and role-specific training.
• Engage in annual appraisals and personal development reviews.
• Take responsibility for maintaining and developing their own knowledge and skills.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Support students, trainees and new team members where appropriate.

What We Offer

• A supportive, friendly and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for learning, development and career progression.
• The chance to work within an innovative and expanding practice.
• Exposure to a broad range of healthcare services and patient groups.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to patients' lives every day.
• A positive workplace culture where staff wellbeing, teamwork and mutual respect are highly valued.

Person Specification

We are looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about delivering excellent customer service.
• Compassionate and committed to patient-centred care.
• Organised, reliable and able to prioritise workload effectively.
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working in a busy and sometimes demanding environment.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• IT literate and willing to learn new systems and processes.
• Professional, flexible and adaptable.
• Empathetic when supporting patients who may be anxious or vulnerable.
• Committed to maintaining confidentiality and high professional standards.

This role presents an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected, ambitious and innovative practice where you can develop your skills, contribute to outstanding patient care and become a valued member of a team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our community.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education, including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics. Competent IT skills, including the use of Microsoft Office applications. Willingness to undertake role-specific training and continuous professional development.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in Health & Social Care, Business Administration or Customer Service. Previous training as a Medical Receptionist, Care Coordination, Patient Navigation or Social Prescribing. Understanding of primary care services and the NHS. Knowledge of SystmOne or other clinical systems.

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

Magdalen Medical Practice

Address

Magdalen Medical Practice

Lawson Road

Norwich

NR3 4LF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You must have significant experience in caring for patients with cancer, be competent in cannulation, venepuncture, care of central venous access devices and administration of IV medications.

For more information please see the attached Job Description pack

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRANING

Essential

• First level Nursing Registration on NMC register
• Evidence of own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and nurse registration

Desirable

• Post registration education in relevant specialty or working towards
• Other Post Basic Qualification or working towards

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Knowledge of future provision of services
• Competent in venepuncture, phlebotomy, IV medication administration and care of central venous access devices
• Ability to recognise and manage oncological emergencies
• Accreditation in the administration of cytotoxic medications
• Positive role model to all members of the team
• A commitment to providing exceptional levels of patient care in a professional and compassionate manner

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• Significant experience as a band 5 registered nurse within a hospital setting
• Competent in the delivery of SACT
• Leadership and clinical supervision skills
• Responsible for own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and PREP
• Recruitment and selection course attendance or willingness to work towards
• Significant experience within the field of oncology/haematology and anti-cancer treatment

Desirable

• Experience of clinical audit and service improvement
• Leadership course or willingness to work towards
• Communication skills course
• UKONS level 6

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

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Huddersfield Royal Infirmary

Acre Street

Huddersfield

HD3 3EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See job description for full details. Due to limited word count, only a few points are mentioned below:

• Contribute to the set-up of research studies
• Assist in the feasibility process, liaising with support departments within the Trust, local investigators, trials units and R&D for local approval.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and flexibility in supporting a variety of research studies, ranging from observational studies to Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products
• Assist in the selection and recruitment of participants in compliance with study inclusion / exclusion criteria
• Comply with the informed consent process as detailed in the study protocol and for studies which are not Clinical Trials of Investigational Medicinal Products (CTIMPS) take consent in line with study protocol, ICH-GCP and Trust SOPs.

For further information about the post please contact Georgina Turner on 01484 343425 or Matthew Robinson on 01422 222062.

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING

Essential

• Registered General Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Responsibility to plan own post basic education to meet the requirements of the service and professional revalidation

Desirable

• Working towards appropriate degree
• Teaching/Mentoring Certificate skills or willing to work towards
• Attended research training courses
• Work together get results (WTGR) training

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE

Essential

• Broad knowledge and experience of clinical nursing practice within an acute hospital environment
• Interest in clinical research
• Experience of teaching, supervising and mentoring staff
• Knowledge of Data Protection Act and Confidentiality
• Experience of taking charge of clinical shifts either as a nurse or Allied Heath Professional
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and willingness to develop computer skills
• Evidence of good management and organisational skills
• Able to undertake pertinent clinical skills e.g. venepuncture
• Knowledge of drug therapies for common medical conditions Enthusiasm for and desire to embed research within clinical practice

Desirable

• Research and audit experience
• Understanding of research networks and clinical trials processes
• Knowledge of future provision of services

COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills
• Demonstrate ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and use own initiative
• Accurate & meticulous attention to detail
• Team player with personal insight of ability and limitations
• Self-motivated & willingness to gain & develop professional knowledge
• Develop/maintain positive working relationships
• Good attendance record
• Ability to work flexibly according to demands of role
• Able to rapidly absorb and respond to complex information
• Familiar with PAS/PAS WEB/CRIS/PPM/EPR reporting systems

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

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Calderdale Royal Hospital

Salterhebble

Halifax

HX3 0PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is focused on providing effective, evidence-based interventions to people with complex emotional needs and personality difficulties, enabling them to meet daily health, social care, and wellbeing needs in line with recovery goals.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting support conversationscovering mental state, risk, physical health, social care needs, safeguarding, and capacity under the Mental Capacity Act.

• Reviewing treatment programmes, incorporating psychological therapies (DBTi, MBTi), psychosocial interventions (Peer Support and Psych Education), considering people's motivation to change.

• Delivering interventions to improve carers ability to support service users.

• Building hope-inspiring relationships with service users, focusing on strengths and aspirations to create meaningful recovery plans.

• Leading and supporting colleagues in clinical practice, mentoring students, and contributing to professional development.

• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, confidentiality, infection control, and health and safety policies.

• Promoting Sequoias ethos of community, resilience, and inclusion, inspired by the Sequoia trees symbolism of strength and growth.

• Supporting service development through co-production, service user participation, and feedback mechanisms

This post is open to newly qualified social workers. In line with trust policy, all newly qualified social workers will be recruited initially at Band 5 level, regardless of advertised role banding. All NQSWs are expected to successfully complete their ASYE within 2 years of employment, unless there are exceptional circumstances in which case it may be agreed to extend this for a further 2 years.

On successful completion of the ASYE, for which you will be given full support of an experienced Social Worker as well as Divisional Social Work Lead, and peer support from other ASYE candidates, you will then be eligible to progress to a Band 6 position.

If you have been appointed to an advertised Band 6 role this will be an automatic progression, following confirmation of your successful completion. If you have been appointed to a Band 5 you will then be eligible to apply for a subsequent Band 6 vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications and registration

Essential

• Diploma level/Degree in relevant health/social care profession, eg RMN, OT, Social Worker
• Current relevant registration with the NMC or HCPC and commitment to CPD.

Desirable

• Relevant post-registration qualifications, such as; DBT, MBT, Brief Interventions etc

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates substantial post-registration experience gained working in a range of front-line adult mental health services, undertaking assessment and delivering interventions.
• Is able to deliver from a range of possible key therapeutic interventions, DBT, MBT SCM, CBT, Psychosocial interventions, Family Interventions.
• Experience of delivering group work in a mental health setting
• Demonstrates substantial experience of assessing risk and developing risk management strategies

Desirable

• Experience from a wide range of settings.
• Experience of co-production and service user participation

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Highly developed verbal communication skills, able to engage effectively with people at all levels even when a more assertive approach is needed.
• Highly developed active listening skills, which allow for reframing and testing of understanding.
• Highly developed written communication skills, with experience of compiling and sorting notes and reports, establishing statistical data and analysing information.
• Substantially developed IT skills including competent use of Microsoft Office, and the use of electronic record keeping systems.
• Experience of delivering mental health interventions online, both 1-1 and groups
• Demonstrates a willingness to embrace new technology and processes.
• Mobile with the facility to move quickly across a geographically dispersed area with limited access to public transport.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems and ability to cope with behaviour which may be challenging at 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).

UK Registration

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