Job summary

Permanent | Full and Part-time Hours

Part Time - 17 hours - To be worked flexibly across a 24/7 rotaFull Time - 37.5 hours - To be worked flexibly across a 24/7 rota

Please confirm which hours you would prefer to do on your application.

We're looking for someone to join our reception and clerical team, where you'll help ensure the smooth running of our busy Emergency Department. You'll provide a professional and compassionate service, supporting patients, families, and medical staff in critical moments. We're looking for someone with a caring attitude, quick thinking, and a desire to help.

About You:

• Educated to GCSE level or have equivalent experience.

• Previous experience in a public-facing role with general office responsibilities.

• Enthusiastic and compassionate with the ability to stay calm and professional in challenging situations.

• A team player with a desire to contribute to the care and support of others.

We'd love to hear from you if you're passionate about making a difference in the Emergency Department!

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Deputy Divisional Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Provide a welcoming reception service for patients, ambulance staff and visitors.

• Support "resus" situations by taking essential patient details.

• Register patients and ensure accurate data entry in the Careflow PAS system.

• Direct patients to appropriate areas and answer questions with excellent customer service.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and uphold professionalism in challenging situations.

• Schedule follow-up appointments

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

Job summary

Are you looking for a role where you can grow your pensions career whilst helping to shape and support one of the UK's largest public sector pension schemes?

We're looking for a Technical Consultant to join our NHS Pensions Technical Consultancy Team on a Band 5 to Band 6 progression pathway. This is an exciting opportunity to build specialist expertise, work on complex technical matters and play a key role in supporting the administration of the NHS Pension Scheme.

As a Technical Consultant, you'll provide expert guidance on NHS Pension Scheme regulations and wider UK pensions legislation. You'll investigate complex cases, support colleagues with coaching and mentoring, contribute to policy and legislative changes, and work with a range of internal and external stakeholders. You'll be supported to develop your skills and progress through the career framework as your knowledge and experience grow.

What do we offer?

o Hybrid working - offering flexibility to work predominantly from home with the opportunity to be office based should you prefer, or if business needs require it.o 27 days leave (increasing with length of service) plus 8 bank holidays.o Opportunities for developmento Active wellbeing and inclusion networkso Excellent pensiono Various salary sacrifice schemeso Employee Assistance programme, offering free 24/7 support for you and your loved oneso Access to a wide range of benefits and high street and online discounts

Main duties of the job

(This recruitment is using the current job description, please note - this job description is currently under review, and may be subject to change post recruitment)

As a Technical Consultant, you'll use your technical knowledge and analytical skills to support the effective administration of the NHS Pension Scheme. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing technical expertise on NHS Pension Scheme regulations and UK pensions legislation.
• Investigating and resolving complex technical enquiries and complaints from customers and stakeholders.
• Analysing information, undertaking calculations and producing accurate technical responses.
• Monitoring and reviewing legislative developments and assessing their impact on pension administration.
• Creating and updating technical guidance, operational procedures and customer-facing communications.
• Supporting the development of scheme literature, newsletters, guidance documents and website content.
• Building relationships with teams, scheme employers and external stakeholders.
• Delivering coaching, mentoring and technical support to colleagues.
• Contributing to projects and service improvements across the Technical Consultancy Team.
• Supporting responses to dispute resolution cases and pensions-related investigations.
• Managing workloads effectively to meet service levels, statutory requirements and business priorities.
• Producing reports and technical information that support operational decision-making

About us

Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), what we do matters.

We manage the NHS Pension scheme, process prescription payments and much more. Our services are used by NHS organisations, contractors and the public: we're proud to be part of something meaningful, that touches millions of lives.

We design our services around customer needs and place people at the heart of our organisation. That's why when you join us, you'll be empowered and supported to help your career grow.

As one of the UK's Best Big Companies to work for, we're connected to our values: Collaborative, Adventurous, Reliable and Energetic. We care about our people, our purpose, and your progress.

We strive to offer a fantastic colleague experience, where every colleague is heard, supported and respected. Wellbeing, diversity and inclusion is at the centre of this, and you can join our Lived Experience Networks who help us bring our authentic selves to work.

We're committed to being a flexible employer and we try to offer a working pattern that suits you where possible, through hybrid working, flexible hours and more.

Alongside a competitive salary with pay progression, we offer a people-centric benefits package, connecting you to the rewards and benefits you value most!

Ready to join us in delivering business service excellence to the NHS, helping people live longer, healthier lives? Apply today and see where the NHSBSA can take you.

We are people connected to care.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

914-BSA8262492-A

Job locations

Bickerstaff House, Bridge House, Stella House

Blackpool/Newcastle

FY1 3AH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that they achieve all the service level agreements and statutory targets for deliverables that are their responsibility, whether this be this on a daily, monthly or annual basis.

2. The post holder will ensure, on a daily basis, that all of their work and time is logged and accounted within control logs that may be easily reported against and audited should the need arise.

3. To undertake daily horizon sweeping and understand the impact of changes (draft and enacted) to NHS Pension Scheme regulations and overriding pensions legislation.

4. The post holder will draft operational technical guides and produce draft changes to operational technical guides following an amending legislative change.

5. The post holder will support the Learning Academy, upon request, on a matter to which they are experienced.

6. Upon request, the post holder will provide operational coaching on NHS Pension Scheme legislative matters where they are experienced within the subject matter.

7. The post holder will, within receipt of all the necessary information and within the agreed internal SLA following receipt of such information, draft a TCT response to a technical referral from any source; be this in house or third party.

8. In support of the TCT Manager, the post holder will liaise directly with external bodies, such as (though not limited to): Her Majestys Revenue and Customs (HMRC), Her Majestys Treasury (HMT), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the Government Actuarys Department (GAD) on matters concerning NHS Pension Scheme Regulations and over-riding legislation. Where necessary the post holder will attend external meetings with those parties.

9. Upon the issue of draft or enacted legislation, or upon the issue of any relevant pensions related consultation, the post holder will demonstrate their understanding by reviewing the content, assessing the impact and collating the outcome into a formal draft report, that may be issued to the relevant parties within the NHSBSA to be used in the administration of the Scheme.

10. The post holder will, as required, draft articles for the monthly on-line technical magazine to be viewed by NHSBSA and Scheme employers.

11. The post holder will, upon request or as a result of an amending legislative change, draft technical material to be included in newsletters viewed by Scheme members and eligible non-Scheme members.

12. The post holder will, upon request or as a result of an amending legislative change, draft changes to the technical content of Scheme literature and website text. Where appropriate the post holder will create drafts of new Scheme literature and website text.

13. The post holder will be proactive in identifying areas of potential policy change brought about as a result of legislative amendments and new enactments and bringing this to the attention of a senior colleague. In support of the TCT Manager and, where necessary, the post holder will attend external meetings with Scheme employers and/or the Department of Health to further those discussions.

14. The post holder will participate in pensions projects; providing technical support and guidance where appropriate.

15. The post holder will, within the service level agreement and statutory timescales, draft a less complex response to an Internal Dispute Resolution 2 referral (and any subsequent Pensions Ombudsman investigations)

16. The post holder will create and draft Scheme employer administration guides and produce draft changes to Scheme employer administration guides following an amending legislative change.

17. In support of the TCT Manager, the post holder will assist in building stakeholder relationships on all matters concerning NHS Pension Scheme Regulations and overriding legislation that may affect our customers. Where necessary the post holder will attend external meetings with those parties.

18. The post holder will be responsible for their own objectives and in doing so will contribute towards meeting delivery of TCT objectives through effective performance. The post holder will lead by example showing good practice in all areas of performance.

19. The post holder will work with their peers to ensure delivery is seen as the overall team, not just their area.

20. The post holder will deliver a high level of personal productivity and accuracy over a range of technical consultancy team objectives.

21. The post holder is responsible for the training and mentoring of new and less experienced staff to ensure their performance is increased to allow them to achieve their performance goals.

22. The post holder is a Public Sector Pension Scheme technical expert and has knowledge of overriding legislation.

23. The post holder will work autonomously to manage own workload and make decisions in own work area.

24. The post holder will contribute to service improvement through networking and building effective working relationships with colleagues and customers.

25. The post holder will provide management information as requested in an accurate and timely manner.

26. The post holder will identify personal training needs and work with TCT Manager to establish personal objectives and contribute to their own ORO.

27. The post holder will be required to work on any aspect of the TCT objectives with moderate support to meet business priorities.

(This recruitment is using the current job description, please note - this job description is currently under review, and subject to change post recruitment.)

Job description Job responsibilities 1. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that they achieve all the service level agreements and statutory targets for deliverables that are their responsibility, whether this be this on a daily, monthly or annual basis. 2. The post holder will ensure, on a daily basis, that all of their work and time is logged and accounted within control logs that may be easily reported against and audited should the need arise. 3. To undertake daily horizon sweeping and understand the impact of changes (draft and enacted) to NHS Pension Scheme regulations and overriding pensions legislation. 4. The post holder will draft operational technical guides and produce draft changes to operational technical guides following an amending legislative change. 5. The post holder will support the Learning Academy, upon request, on a matter to which they are experienced. 6. Upon request, the post holder will provide operational coaching on NHS Pension Scheme legislative matters where they are experienced within the subject matter. 7. The post holder will, within receipt of all the necessary information and within the agreed internal SLA following receipt of such information, draft a TCT response to a technical referral from any source; be this in house or third party. 8. In support of the TCT Manager, the post holder will liaise directly with external bodies, such as (though not limited to): Her Majestys Revenue and Customs (HMRC), Her Majestys Treasury (HMT), Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and the Government Actuarys Department (GAD) on matters concerning NHS Pension Scheme Regulations and over-riding legislation. Where necessary the post holder will attend external meetings with those parties. 9. Upon the issue of draft or enacted legislation, or upon the issue of any relevant pensions related consultation, the post holder will demonstrate their understanding by reviewing the content, assessing the impact and collating the outcome into a formal draft report, that may be issued to the relevant parties within the NHSBSA to be used in the administration of the Scheme. 10. The post holder will, as required, draft articles for the monthly on-line technical magazine to be viewed by NHSBSA and Scheme employers. 11. The post holder will, upon request or as a result of an amending legislative change, draft technical material to be included in newsletters viewed by Scheme members and eligible non-Scheme members. 12. The post holder will, upon request or as a result of an amending legislative change, draft changes to the technical content of Scheme literature and website text. Where appropriate the post holder will create drafts of new Scheme literature and website text. 13. The post holder will be proactive in identifying areas of potential policy change brought about as a result of legislative amendments and new enactments and bringing this to the attention of a senior colleague. In support of the TCT Manager and, where necessary, the post holder will attend external meetings with Scheme employers and/or the Department of Health to further those discussions. 14. The post holder will participate in pensions projects; providing technical support and guidance where appropriate. 15. The post holder will, within the service level agreement and statutory timescales, draft a less complex response to an Internal Dispute Resolution 2 referral (and any subsequent Pensions Ombudsman investigations) 16. The post holder will create and draft Scheme employer administration guides and produce draft changes to Scheme employer administration guides following an amending legislative change. 17. In support of the TCT Manager, the post holder will assist in building stakeholder relationships on all matters concerning NHS Pension Scheme Regulations and overriding legislation that may affect our customers. Where necessary the post holder will attend external meetings with those parties. 18. The post holder will be responsible for their own objectives and in doing so will contribute towards meeting delivery of TCT objectives through effective performance. The post holder will lead by example showing good practice in all areas of performance. 19. The post holder will work with their peers to ensure delivery is seen as the overall team, not just their area. 20. The post holder will deliver a high level of personal productivity and accuracy over a range of technical consultancy team objectives. 21. The post holder is responsible for the training and mentoring of new and less experienced staff to ensure their performance is increased to allow them to achieve their performance goals. 22. The post holder is a Public Sector Pension Scheme technical expert and has knowledge of overriding legislation. 23. The post holder will work autonomously to manage own workload and make decisions in own work area. 24. The post holder will contribute to service improvement through networking and building effective working relationships with colleagues and customers. 25. The post holder will provide management information as requested in an accurate and timely manner. 26. The post holder will identify personal training needs and work with TCT Manager to establish personal objectives and contribute to their own ORO. 27. The post holder will be required to work on any aspect of the TCT objectives with moderate support to meet business priorities. (This recruitment is using the current job description, please note - this job description is currently under review, and subject to change post recruitment.)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oGCSE Grade C passes in a minimum of 5 subjects including English (or equivalent) and Maths or equivalent work experience.

Desirable

• oDegree level or equivalent in Customer Service or Business Administration (or equivalent).
• oPensions Management Institute Diploma - Module 101 - Retirement Provision Certificate.

Personal Qualities, Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to deliver technical training and support
• Ability to mentor individuals in a wide range of activities.
• Ability to understand documented complex technical guidance issued by Secretary of State, Government Actuary Department, HMRC, HMT, DWP and Department of Health
• Ability to create and draft technical guides from relevant pensions legislation and guidance.
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels and to a wide variety of audiences (colleagues, Scheme employers, Scheme members, Government Departments
• Able to deliver excellent customer service whilst meeting deadlines and targets.
• Able to prioritise own workload and work on own initiative
• Numeracy and analytical skills.
• Good organisational skills
• Strong time management and work prioritisation skills.
• Ability to identify implications of actions.
• Thrives on change and helps to drive changes into an established team
• Work on own initiative.
• Adaptable and Flexible
• Public Sector Pensions Administration working practices
• Proven ability to act as a technical expert in a Public Sector Pension Scheme
• Ability to interpret complex pension legislation and to in turn communicate those interpretations in a manner suitable to the audience
• Knowledge and understanding of UK overriding pensions legislation

Desirable

• Awareness of Data Protection and Freedom of Information Issues.
• Experience of drafting correspondence.
• Experience of creating, designing and drafting technical guidance in layman's terms.
• Experience of supporting and developing colleagues.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in wide range of public sector pensions technical activity
• Ability to work within the Technical Consultancy Team with a moderate amount of training or support.
• Experience of working in a heavily regulated environment.
• Experience of working in a customer service focussed environment.
• Experience of dealing with internal and external customers on complex and contentious technical cases.
• Able to follow clear instructions to carry out complex and varied tasks and calculations
• Experience of handling varying customer enquiries.
• Microsoft packages

Desirable

• Experience of drafting correspondence.
• Experience of creating, designing and drafting technical guidance in layman's terms.
• Experience of supporting and developing colleagues.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oGCSE Grade C passes in a minimum of 5 subjects including English (or equivalent) and Maths or equivalent work experience. Desirable oDegree level or equivalent in Customer Service or Business Administration (or equivalent). oPensions Management Institute Diploma - Module 101 - Retirement Provision Certificate. Personal Qualities, Knowledge and Skills Essential Ability to deliver technical training and support Ability to mentor individuals in a wide range of activities. Ability to understand documented complex technical guidance issued by Secretary of State, Government Actuary Department, HMRC, HMT, DWP and Department of Health Ability to create and draft technical guides from relevant pensions legislation and guidance. Able to communicate effectively at all levels and to a wide variety of audiences (colleagues, Scheme employers, Scheme members, Government Departments Able to deliver excellent customer service whilst meeting deadlines and targets. Able to prioritise own workload and work on own initiative Numeracy and analytical skills. Good organisational skills Strong time management and work prioritisation skills. Ability to identify implications of actions. Thrives on change and helps to drive changes into an established team Work on own initiative. Adaptable and Flexible Public Sector Pensions Administration working practices Proven ability to act as a technical expert in a Public Sector Pension Scheme Ability to interpret complex pension legislation and to in turn communicate those interpretations in a manner suitable to the audience Knowledge and understanding of UK overriding pensions legislation Desirable Awareness of Data Protection and Freedom of Information Issues. Experience of drafting correspondence. Experience of creating, designing and drafting technical guidance in layman's terms. Experience of supporting and developing colleagues. Experience Essential Significant experience in wide range of public sector pensions technical activity Ability to work within the Technical Consultancy Team with a moderate amount of training or support. Experience of working in a heavily regulated environment. Experience of working in a customer service focussed environment. Experience of dealing with internal and external customers on complex and contentious technical cases. Able to follow clear instructions to carry out complex and varied tasks and calculations Experience of handling varying customer enquiries. Microsoft packages Desirable Experience of drafting correspondence. Experience of creating, designing and drafting technical guidance in layman's terms. Experience of supporting and developing colleagues.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Business Services Authority

Address

Bickerstaff House, Bridge House, Stella House

Blackpool/Newcastle

FY1 3AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Business Services Authority

Address

Bickerstaff House, Bridge House, Stella House

Blackpool/Newcastle

FY1 3AH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The post holder will lead and coordinate the Federations corporate governance, data protection, complaints, incidents and consultancy functions, while driving the development and growth of ARC management and consultancy services. They will provide expert internal and external advice across outsourced data protection, governance, policy development, audits, compliance reviews and improvement activity. The role ensures statutory, regulatory and contractual obligations are met, delivering high quality policies, reviews, formal responses and actionable learning that results in measurable improvement. A key element of the position is building trusted relationships with external clients, identifying new opportunities and supporting the sustainable expansion of the ARC Management and Consultancy portfolio.

Main duties of the job

The role will oversee the integration of corporate governance, information governance, risk management, complaints handling and incident management into a coherent and effective framework. The post holder will ensure statutory, regulatory and contractual obligations are consistently met, and that governance systems support robust decision making and organisational accountability. They will lead the creation, review and implementation of governance, data protection, confidentiality, complaints, incident and related policies for both the Federation and external clients, ensuring these remain current, legally compliant and aligned with best practice. They will maintain governance registers and assurance processes, including risk registers, declarations of interest and standards of business conduct, ensuring that documentation is accurate, timely and appropriately quality assured.

A key responsibility will be providing expert advice on UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality, data sharing, records management, data subject rights, subject access requests and data protection impact assessments.

About us

Barnsley Healthcare Federation (BHF) is a collaborative, GPled organisation that supports primary care across Barnsley by providing highquality clinical services, governance expertise and operational support to local practices and system partners. It delivers a wide range of services including extended access, urgent care, specialist clinics, workforce development, digital innovation and practice support, all designed to strengthen general practice and improve patient outcomes. BHF works closely with PCNs, the ICB and wider health and care partners to ensure resilient, safe and effective primary care provision. Alongside its operational services, the Federation also provides specialist governance, dataprotection and consultancy support through ARC Management and Consultancy Services, helping practices and external organisations meet regulatory requirements, improve compliance and enhance organisational performance. BHF is recognised for its strong governance standards, collaborative approach and commitment to improving healthcare for the Barnsley population.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£35,000 to £39,000 a year Dependent on skills and experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0243-26-0053

Job locations

Barnsley Healthcare Federation CIC

BHF Priory Centre

Pontefract Road, Lundwood

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S71 5PN

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Statement

The post holder will lead and coordinate the Federations corporate governance, data protection, complaints, incidents and consultancy arrangements, while developing and growing ARC management and consultancy services. The role will provide expert advice internally and to external clients, including outsourced data protection, governance, policy development, audits, compliance reviews and improvement support.

The role will ensure statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements are met, provide high-quality policies, audits, reviews, advice and formal responses, and translate learning into measurable improvement. The post holder will build trusted external client relationships, identify new opportunities and support sustainable growth of ARC Management and Consultancy portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the Corporate Governance and Data Protection Framework, integrating corporate, information, risk, complaints and incident governance.

Provide expert governance and data protection advice to the Board, Executive Team, senior managers and external clients.

Develop and grow ARC Management and Consultancy Services, identifying opportunities for governance, data protection, compliance, audit, policy and management support.

Deliver outsourced data protection services to external clients, including advice, compliance reviews, policy development, audits, training, action plans and ongoing assurance.

Manage external client relationships, agree deliverables, manage expectations and ensure high-quality, timely service delivery.

Support business development through service propositions, proposals, tenders, scopes of work and commercial discussions within delegated authority.

Create, review and implement governance, data protection, confidentiality, complaints, incident and policies for the Federation and external clients.

Plan and undertake data protection, governance, information governance and compliance audits, producing findings, recommendations, action plans and follow-up assurance.

Advise on UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality, data sharing, records management, data subject rights, subject access requests and data protection impact assessments.

Lead and support the development and submission of tenders, bids and proposals, including researching client requirements, developing service solutions, coordinating contributions, preparing high-quality tender documentation, pricing and scopes of work, ensuring submissions meet specification and deadlines, and supporting successful contract mobilisation and ongoing client relationship management.

Manage complaints and incidents, including triage, investigation oversight, correspondence, responses, escalation, action tracking, learning and closure.

Coordinate responses to information requests, data protection queries, subject access requests, complaints, incidents and governance enquiries, ensuring appropriate investigation and quality assurance.

Maintain systems for recording, monitoring and reporting complaints, incidents, breaches and governance events, producing trend analysis, dashboards and reports for Boards, committees and clients.

Monitor compliance with legislation, regulation, NHS requirements, contracts and policies, identifying gaps and coordinating remedial action.

Maintain governance registers and assurance processes, including risk, declarations of interest and standards of business conduct.

Lead or support audits, investigations and assurance exercises, translating findings into practical recommendations and improvement plans.

Ensure appropriate confidentiality, information security and records-management arrangements for the Federation and client organisations.

Identify governance and data protection risks and support managers and clients to implement and monitor mitigating actions.

Develop and deliver governance, data protection, complaints, incident and confidentiality training and consultancy support.

Maintain client/service records, monitor agreed deliverables and support service performance and reporting.

Identify themes across complaints, incidents, data protection matters and audits and use these to drive improvement.

Represent ARC and BHF professionally with external organisations, partners, regulators and other stakeholders, enhancing its reputation for governance and data protection expertise.

Provide effective governance and meeting support to the Board, Board Committees, management and other relevant meetings, including coordinating meeting dates, preparing and circulating agendas and papers, ensuring papers are complete and appropriately quality assured, attending meetings, taking accurate minutes and maintaining action logs to ensure decisions and actions are followed through to completion.

Coordinate the preparation, collation and distribution of governance papers, reports, briefings and supporting documentation, ensuring appropriate deadlines, document control, confidentiality and quality standards are maintained.

Develop and maintain a strong professional network across governance, data protection, information governance, healthcare, compliance and related sectors, attending relevant networking events, forums, conferences and stakeholder meetings to promote BHF and ARC services, identify opportunities, share good practice and develop potential client relationships.

Represent BHF and ARC professionally at external meetings, networking events, conferences, client meetings and sector forums, promoting the organisations management, governance and outsourced data protection services and building relationships that support business development and service growth.

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in governance, data protection, information governance, compliance, risk or a related discipline, with relevant continuing professional development.

Substantial knowledge of NHS governance, complaints, incident management, risk, assurance and regulatory compliance.

Working knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality and information governance requirements.

Experience providing outsourced governance, data protection, compliance or consultancy services to external organisations.

Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, governance frameworks and compliance documentation.

Experience planning and delivering governance, data protection or compliance audits and producing action-focused reports.

Experience managing complaints, incidents, investigations and formal responses.

Experience producing reports, dashboards and analysis for senior leaders, Boards, committees or clients.

Experience supporting business development, proposals, tenders, scopes of work and client relationship management.

Ability to interpret legislation, contracts, policies and governance data and convert these into clear advice and recommendations.

Experience of coordinating formal governance meetings and providing effective meeting secretariat support, including agenda planning, preparation and collation of papers, minute taking, action tracking and follow-up reporting.

Experience of developing and maintaining professional networks and representing an organisation at external meetings, forums, conferences, networking events or stakeholder groups.

Skills & Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication, including drafting policies, audit reports, formal responses, proposals and client briefings.

Strong analytical and judgement skills, including assessment of risk and complex evidence.

Strong organisational and project-management skills across competing internal and external client priorities.

Strong consultancy and client-management skills, building trusted relationships and delivering practical solutions.

Confident business development, influencing and facilitation skills.

High standards of confidentiality, discretion, professional integrity and information security.

Ability to present complex governance, data protection, complaints, incident and audit information clearly to senior leaders and clients.

Proficient in digital systems and Microsoft Office for registers, analysis, reports, policies and controlled documentation.

Commercially aware, proactive and able to balance client service, quality, risk, deadlines and agreed scope.

Excellent organisational and meeting-management skills, with the ability to coordinate agendas, compile complex papers, take accurate minutes, maintain action logs and ensure actions and decisions are followed up within agreed timescales.

Ability to build and maintain a strong professional network, represent BHF and ARC confidently in external forums and networking environments, identify potential business opportunities and develop productive relationships with prospective and existing clients.

Job description Job responsibilities Job StatementThe post holder will lead and coordinate the Federations corporate governance, data protection, complaints, incidents and consultancy arrangements, while developing and growing ARC management and consultancy services. The role will provide expert advice internally and to external clients, including outsourced data protection, governance, policy development, audits, compliance reviews and improvement support.The role will ensure statutory, regulatory and contractual requirements are met, provide high-quality policies, audits, reviews, advice and formal responses, and translate learning into measurable improvement. The post holder will build trusted external client relationships, identify new opportunities and support sustainable growth of ARC Management and Consultancy portfolio.Key Responsibilities Lead the Corporate Governance and Data Protection Framework, integrating corporate, information, risk, complaints and incident governance. Provide expert governance and data protection advice to the Board, Executive Team, senior managers and external clients. Develop and grow ARC Management and Consultancy Services, identifying opportunities for governance, data protection, compliance, audit, policy and management support. Deliver outsourced data protection services to external clients, including advice, compliance reviews, policy development, audits, training, action plans and ongoing assurance. Manage external client relationships, agree deliverables, manage expectations and ensure high-quality, timely service delivery. Support business development through service propositions, proposals, tenders, scopes of work and commercial discussions within delegated authority. Create, review and implement governance, data protection, confidentiality, complaints, incident and policies for the Federation and external clients. Plan and undertake data protection, governance, information governance and compliance audits, producing findings, recommendations, action plans and follow-up assurance. Advise on UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality, data sharing, records management, data subject rights, subject access requests and data protection impact assessments. Lead and support the development and submission of tenders, bids and proposals, including researching client requirements, developing service solutions, coordinating contributions, preparing high-quality tender documentation, pricing and scopes of work, ensuring submissions meet specification and deadlines, and supporting successful contract mobilisation and ongoing client relationship management. Manage complaints and incidents, including triage, investigation oversight, correspondence, responses, escalation, action tracking, learning and closure. Coordinate responses to information requests, data protection queries, subject access requests, complaints, incidents and governance enquiries, ensuring appropriate investigation and quality assurance. Maintain systems for recording, monitoring and reporting complaints, incidents, breaches and governance events, producing trend analysis, dashboards and reports for Boards, committees and clients. Monitor compliance with legislation, regulation, NHS requirements, contracts and policies, identifying gaps and coordinating remedial action. Maintain governance registers and assurance processes, including risk, declarations of interest and standards of business conduct. Lead or support audits, investigations and assurance exercises, translating findings into practical recommendations and improvement plans. Ensure appropriate confidentiality, information security and records-management arrangements for the Federation and client organisations. Identify governance and data protection risks and support managers and clients to implement and monitor mitigating actions. Develop and deliver governance, data protection, complaints, incident and confidentiality training and consultancy support. Maintain client/service records, monitor agreed deliverables and support service performance and reporting. Identify themes across complaints, incidents, data protection matters and audits and use these to drive improvement. Represent ARC and BHF professionally with external organisations, partners, regulators and other stakeholders, enhancing its reputation for governance and data protection expertise. Provide effective governance and meeting support to the Board, Board Committees, management and other relevant meetings, including coordinating meeting dates, preparing and circulating agendas and papers, ensuring papers are complete and appropriately quality assured, attending meetings, taking accurate minutes and maintaining action logs to ensure decisions and actions are followed through to completion. Coordinate the preparation, collation and distribution of governance papers, reports, briefings and supporting documentation, ensuring appropriate deadlines, document control, confidentiality and quality standards are maintained. Develop and maintain a strong professional network across governance, data protection, information governance, healthcare, compliance and related sectors, attending relevant networking events, forums, conferences and stakeholder meetings to promote BHF and ARC services, identify opportunities, share good practice and develop potential client relationships. Represent BHF and ARC professionally at external meetings, networking events, conferences, client meetings and sector forums, promoting the organisations management, governance and outsourced data protection services and building relationships that support business development and service growth.Knowledge, Training & Experience Degree-level qualification or equivalent experience in governance, data protection, information governance, compliance, risk or a related discipline, with relevant continuing professional development. Substantial knowledge of NHS governance, complaints, incident management, risk, assurance and regulatory compliance. Working knowledge of UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality and information governance requirements. Experience providing outsourced governance, data protection, compliance or consultancy services to external organisations. Experience developing and implementing policies, procedures, governance frameworks and compliance documentation. Experience planning and delivering governance, data protection or compliance audits and producing action-focused reports. Experience managing complaints, incidents, investigations and formal responses. Experience producing reports, dashboards and analysis for senior leaders, Boards, committees or clients. Experience supporting business development, proposals, tenders, scopes of work and client relationship management. Ability to interpret legislation, contracts, policies and governance data and convert these into clear advice and recommendations. Experience of coordinating formal governance meetings and providing effective meeting secretariat support, including agenda planning, preparation and collation of papers, minute taking, action tracking and follow-up reporting. Experience of developing and maintaining professional networks and representing an organisation at external meetings, forums, conferences, networking events or stakeholder groups.Skills & Competencies Excellent written and verbal communication, including drafting policies, audit reports, formal responses, proposals and client briefings. Strong analytical and judgement skills, including assessment of risk and complex evidence. Strong organisational and project-management skills across competing internal and external client priorities. Strong consultancy and client-management skills, building trusted relationships and delivering practical solutions. Confident business development, influencing and facilitation skills. High standards of confidentiality, discretion, professional integrity and information security. Ability to present complex governance, data protection, complaints, incident and audit information clearly to senior leaders and clients. Proficient in digital systems and Microsoft Office for registers, analysis, reports, policies and controlled documentation. Commercially aware, proactive and able to balance client service, quality, risk, deadlines and agreed scope. Excellent organisational and meeting-management skills, with the ability to coordinate agendas, compile complex papers, take accurate minutes, maintain action logs and ensure actions and decisions are followed up within agreed timescales. Ability to build and maintain a strong professional network, represent BHF and ARC confidently in external forums and networking environments, identify potential business opportunities and develop productive relationships with prospective and existing clients.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Criteria- Essential
• Qualifications:
• Degree level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience in governance, data protection, information governance, compliance, risk or a related discipline.
• Professional development:
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to governance, data protection, complaints, incidents or compliance.
• NHS / regulated environment:
• Relevant experience in an NHS, healthcare or other regulated organisation.
• Driving / travel:
• Ability to travel between organisational sites when required.

Desirable

• Desirable:
• Relevant professional qualification in governance, data protection, information governance, risk or compliance.
• Formal specialist training or accreditation in data protection/information governance.
• Experience within primary care or an integrated care environment.
• Car driver/owner.

Experience

Essential

• Governance
• Experience of developing, implementing and monitoring corporate governance frameworks, policies, registers and assurance processes.
• Data protection
• Practical experience of applying UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality and information governance requirements.
• Complaints & incidents
• Experience managing or coordinating complaints and incidents, including investigation, responses, escalation, action tracking and reporting.
• Risk & assurance
• Experience of risk identification, assessment, mitigation, audit, assurance and monitoring of actions to completion.
• Reporting
• Experience producing accurate, concise reports and analysis for senior leaders, committees or boards.
• Policy & process
• Experience writing, reviewing, implementing and embedding policies, procedures and controlled documents.
• Regulatory compliance
• Experience interpreting and applying legislation, regulation, contractual requirements and national guidance.
• Confidential information
• Experience handling sensitive personal, patient, workforce and corporate information with appropriate confidentiality and discretion.

Desirable

• Experience supporting Board/committee governance in an NHS organisation.
• Experience supporting data protection impact assessments, data sharing arrangements or data subject rights.
• Experience of serious incident reviews or complex multi-agency complaints.
• Experience developing governance dashboards or assurance frameworks.
• Experience presenting directly to a Board or formal committee.
• Experience leading organisation-wide process improvement.
• Experience liaising with external regulators, commissioners or partner organisations.
• Experience of information security or records-management improvement programmes.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• High integrity, discretion and professional judgement.
• Proactive, resilient and committed to organisational improvement and service growth.
• Commercially aware and confident identifying opportunities to develop BHF and ARC
• Able to build trusted, professional external client relationships with a strong customer-service focus.
• Confident, professional and approachable, with the interpersonal skills to build relationships, network effectively and represent ARC positively with clients, partners and external stakeholders.
• Able to challenge constructively where governance, data protection, complaints or risk requirements are not met.
• Compassionate and respectful with complainants, patients, carers, staff, clients and stakeholders.
• Flexible and calm when responding to urgent, high-risk or client-sensitive matters.
• Committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, dignity and confidentiality.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge
• Strong understanding of NHS governance, complaints, incident management, risk, assurance and quality requirements.
• Knowledge of primary care governance and local/regional NHS frameworks.
• Data protection knowledge
• Good working knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality, information security and records management.
• Knowledge of current NHS data protection and information governance guidance.
• Analytical skills
• Able to analyse complex, sensitive and conflicting information and reach sound, evidence-based judgements.Advanced reporting, data visualisation or trend-analysis skills.
• Communication
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to draft sensitive responses and present complex issues clearly.
• Experience of delivering governance or data protection training.
• Planning
• Able to prioritise competing demands, work independently and meet statutory, regulatory and organisational deadlines.Formal project or programme management training.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Criteria- Essential Qualifications: Degree level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience in governance, data protection, information governance, compliance, risk or a related discipline. Professional development: Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to governance, data protection, complaints, incidents or compliance. NHS / regulated environment: Relevant experience in an NHS, healthcare or other regulated organisation. Driving / travel: Ability to travel between organisational sites when required. Desirable Desirable: Relevant professional qualification in governance, data protection, information governance, risk or compliance. Formal specialist training or accreditation in data protection/information governance. Experience within primary care or an integrated care environment. Car driver/owner. Experience Essential Governance Experience of developing, implementing and monitoring corporate governance frameworks, policies, registers and assurance processes. Data protection Practical experience of applying UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality and information governance requirements. Complaints & incidents Experience managing or coordinating complaints and incidents, including investigation, responses, escalation, action tracking and reporting. Risk & assurance Experience of risk identification, assessment, mitigation, audit, assurance and monitoring of actions to completion. Reporting Experience producing accurate, concise reports and analysis for senior leaders, committees or boards. Policy & process Experience writing, reviewing, implementing and embedding policies, procedures and controlled documents. Regulatory compliance Experience interpreting and applying legislation, regulation, contractual requirements and national guidance. Confidential information Experience handling sensitive personal, patient, workforce and corporate information with appropriate confidentiality and discretion. Desirable Experience supporting Board/committee governance in an NHS organisation. Experience supporting data protection impact assessments, data sharing arrangements or data subject rights. Experience of serious incident reviews or complex multi-agency complaints. Experience developing governance dashboards or assurance frameworks. Experience presenting directly to a Board or formal committee. Experience leading organisation-wide process improvement. Experience liaising with external regulators, commissioners or partner organisations. Experience of information security or records-management improvement programmes. Personal Qualities Essential High integrity, discretion and professional judgement. Proactive, resilient and committed to organisational improvement and service growth. Commercially aware and confident identifying opportunities to develop BHF and ARC Able to build trusted, professional external client relationships with a strong customer-service focus. Confident, professional and approachable, with the interpersonal skills to build relationships, network effectively and represent ARC positively with clients, partners and external stakeholders. Able to challenge constructively where governance, data protection, complaints or risk requirements are not met. Compassionate and respectful with complainants, patients, carers, staff, clients and stakeholders. Flexible and calm when responding to urgent, high-risk or client-sensitive matters. Committed to equality, diversity, inclusion, dignity and confidentiality. Knowledge and Skills Essential Knowledge Strong understanding of NHS governance, complaints, incident management, risk, assurance and quality requirements. Knowledge of primary care governance and local/regional NHS frameworks. Data protection knowledge Good working knowledge of UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, confidentiality, information security and records management. Knowledge of current NHS data protection and information governance guidance. Analytical skills Able to analyse complex, sensitive and conflicting information and reach sound, evidence-based judgements.Advanced reporting, data visualisation or trend-analysis skills. Communication Excellent written and verbal communication; able to draft sensitive responses and present complex issues clearly. Experience of delivering governance or data protection training. Planning Able to prioritise competing demands, work independently and meet statutory, regulatory and organisational deadlines.Formal project or programme management training.

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

Barnsley Healthcare Federation

Address

Barnsley Healthcare Federation CIC

BHF Priory Centre

Pontefract Road, Lundwood

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S71 5PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Healthcare Federation

Address

Barnsley Healthcare Federation CIC

BHF Priory Centre

Pontefract Road, Lundwood

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S71 5PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen here at Bromleag Care Practice for a salaried GP to join our growing multi-disciplinary team. This post holder will work as one of a team of GPs, ANPs, Pharmacists and more, delivering general practice services to patients at Bromleag Care Practice. We provide comprehensive primary care to patients residing in Care Homes and Extra Care Housing within the Borough of Bromley. At all times the post holder must act in a professional manner consistent with the code of conduct expected from medical practitioners representing Bromleag Care Practice and the NHS.

Main duties of the job

Provide proactive care to support and improve the health and wellbeing of residents in Care Homes and Extra Care Housing. In line with the agreed practice timetable, the post holder will undertake duties including home visits, telephone and video consultations, managing repeat prescriptions, and handling queries, paperwork, and correspondence promptly.

Deliver accessible, personalised, responsive, and flexible care. Make autonomous clinical decisions for patients, whether self-referred or referred by other healthcare professionals. Screen patients for risk factors and early signs of illness.

Provide high-quality clinical care using expert knowledge and skills to assess, implement, and monitor treatment, ensuring the highest standards are maintained. Keep accurate and up-to-date consultation records and complete clinical letters or summaries.

Apply principles of clinical governance and risk management. Comply with all relevant policies and guidelines, including KPIs, prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, and health and safety.

Commit to continuous learning, audit, and evidence-based practice. Contribute to audits, clinical standards, and development of patient records, including summarising notes and coding data.Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.

Ensure death certificates are completed promptly and in line with Medical Examiner and Registrar requirements.

About us

BGPA is a federation of all 43 Bromley practices working collaboratively to enhance the health and wellbeing of Bromley residents, covering over 350,000 patients, 100% of the Bromley population.

BGPAs goals are to work strategically with Bromley practices to help secure the best services for patients whilst working together to support member practices in the challenges of a changing NHS.

BGPA aims to improve the morale of general practice in Bromley by sharing expertise, services and supporting its workforce.

BGPA will make a positive impact on medical services in Bromley by working closely with One Bromley Partners including NHS SEL ICB, local NHS trusts, local providers and patient groups, to improve the delivery of healthcare to the local population.

Job summary

This is an exciting time to be joining the Endoscopy Unit at the Dudley Group of Hospitals. We have a JAG accredited Endoscopy Unit which has recently undergone expansion and now includes 5 endoscopy procedure rooms, with a separate room in radiology for Fluroscopy assisted procedures. We are further expanding into a Community Diagnostics Centre based at the Corbett Hospital site where we will be undertaking diagnostics and additional services such as cytosponge and Trans-nasal Endoscopy. We are now advertising for Staff Nurses, Band 5 to support the set up our community diagnostics services. The successful applicant will be working closely alongside the Endoscopy Nursing Team, Endoscopists , and the Decontamination Team, ensuring our patients receive a high quality of safe, compassionate and effective care during their Endoscopy Journey. As part of the Team, you will help to maintain the JAG Gold Standards for Endoscopy Services, and retain our annual Accreditation. If you enjoy a challenge and are highly motivated, organised and have good communication skills, and want to continue to develop your clinical Endoscopy knowledge and Skills, then this is the position for you. We offer support for flexible working, Mentorship and a JETS Endoscopy programme of learning , and access to training to enhance the role, and support staff engagement to put staff at the centre of change and innovation.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development and implementation and evaluation of programmes of care without supervision. They will be required to actively participate in the teaching and supervision of other nursing and non-nursing staff. The post holder will also be required to take a lead / link role for the nursing unit/department to be determined onappointment/appraisal.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job summary

Senior Care Support Worker - Band 3B2 Trauma

12 MONTH MATERNITY COVER,

X2 POSTS AVAILABLE

We are delighted to welcome applications to join Ward B2 Trauma as a Care Support Worker based at Russells Hall Hospital in Dudley.

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our Trauma and Orthopaedics Department.

We are searching for caring individuals who understand the needs of our patients and display compassion and patience at all times.

Successful applicants will be actively encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge to meet both personal and service development needs.

Main duties of the job

The Senior Care Support Worker will work together with members of the Nursing / Midwifery team and contribute to the implementation of a high standard and individualised patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.

The post holder will be required to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team, patients and relatives and must be able to recognise and report to the appropriate person any changes in the patient's condition which may require the intervention of others.

The post holder will be assessed on appointment on their level of competence and may be required to undertake development to include basic skills and in house development programme.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working optionsand by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page:Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job summary

Senior Care Support Worker - Band 3B2 Trauma

We are delighted to welcome applications to join Ward B2 Trauma as a Care Support Worker based at Russells Hall Hospital in Dudley.

We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our Trauma and Orthopaedics Department.

We are searching for caring individuals who understand the needs of our patients and display compassion and patience at all times.

Successful applicants will be actively encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge to meet both personal and service development needs.

Main duties of the job

The Senior Care Support Worker will work together with members of the Nursing / Midwifery team and contribute to the implementation of a high standard and individualised patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.

The post holder will be required to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team, patients and relatives and must be able to recognise and report to the appropriate person any changes in the patient's condition which may require the intervention of others.

The post holder will be assessed on appointment on their level of competence and may be required to undertake development to include basic skills and in house development programme.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working optionsand by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page:Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job summary

Care Support Worker

36 hours

Band 2

B2 Trauma

We are delighted to welcome applications to join Ward B2 Trauma as a Care Support Worker based at Russells Hall Hospital in Dudley.

We are looking for two enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join our Trauma and Orthopaedics Department.

We are searching for caring individuals who understand the needs of our patients and display compassion and patience at all times.

Successful applicants will be actively encouraged to develop their skills and knowledge to meet both personal and service development needs.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Support Worker will work together with members of the Nursing / Midwifery team and contribute to the implementation of a high standard and individualised patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.

The post holder will be required to communicate effectively with other members of the health care team, patients and relatives and must be able to recognise and report to the appropriate person any changes in the patient's condition which may require the intervention of others.

The post holder will be assessed on appointment on their level of competence and may be required to undertake development to include basic skills and in house development programme.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working optionsand by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page:Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Paediatric Practice Development Nurse to join our team. This role is ideal for a children's nurse passionate about education, professional development, quality improvement and delivering safe, evidence-based, family-centred care.

The post holder will provide leadership in practice development, working with clinical teams to identify learning needs, enhance workforce capability and support continuous improvement. Acting as a role model, you will use your clinical expertise to influence practice, facilitate learning and embed evidence-based standards.

You will lead education programmes, clinical competencies and learning resources for nurses, healthcare support workers, students and newly qualified staff. Working with multidisciplinary colleagues, you will promote a positive learning culture and support high-quality, compassionate care.

The successful candidate will have significant paediatric experience, strong communication skills and experience in education, practice development or quality improvement, with the ability to influence change and improve patient outcomes. Flexibility is required to support service needs and equitable access to development opportunities including unsociable hours.

Main duties of the job

• Lead and support the development of nursing practice across paediatric services.
• Design, deliver and evaluate education and training programmes.
• Develop and maintain clinical competencies and learning resources.
• Support staff development through coaching, teaching and mentorship.
• Promote evidence-based practice and support implementation of clinical guidelines.
• Lead and contribute to quality improvement and practice development initiatives.
• Support clinical teams to identify learning needs and improve standards of care.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and education partners.
• Provide flexible education support across all shifts and clinical areas to meet the learning needs of the paediatric workforce.

For further details contact Lesley Leddington, Paediatric Matron on 01384 456111 extension 1278

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job summary

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust as our Deputy Chief Operating Officer, a pivotal senior leadership role at the heart of delivering outstanding patient care, operational excellence, and transformational change.

Working directly with the Chief Operating Officer, you will play a critical role in leading operational performance, shaping strategic priorities and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred services across the Trust. With a strong focus on operational performance, patient flow, elective recovery, and service transformation, you will influence change at scale and help shape the future of healthcare delivery for our local communities.

While the role will have a significant site-focused responsibility within The Dudley Group, it also provides a unique opportunity to work as part of a wider acute provider group alongside Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust. This partnership creates exciting opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and the development of shared approaches to service improvement, operational excellence, and workforce development across a larger healthcare system.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced operational leader with a proven track record of delivering sustained performance improvement within a complex acute healthcare environment. You will bring strategic vision, resilience, and credibility, alongside the ability to inspire teams, build strong relationships and lead through change.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an established senior operational leader, or an aspiring executive-level leader, to gain broader system leadership experience while making a significant impact on patient care, staff experience, and organisational performance.

Join us and play a leading role in shaping the future of healthcare across Dudley and the wider Black Country, improving outcomes for patients locally while contributing to transformation across a larger acute provider group.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job summary

This is an additional post. It will attract 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) comprising 8.5 for Direct Clinical Care (inclusive of on-call) and 1.5 for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA).

A timetable is set out below. Anaesthetic weeks follow a two-weekly pattern of job planned activity providing a range of clinical activities to maintain skills. 2 prospective Critical Care weeks are worked per cycle (presently a 12-week cycle, subject to change with workforce fluctuation). Critical care activity displaces anaesthetic sessions on these weeks. On-call activity is avoided where possible on critical care weeks to protect continuity of clinical care and allow sufficient rest. The job plan may evolve once the successful candidate is in place with mutual agreement.

Consultants within the department are expected to work with Anaesthesia Associates, supervising them in a 2:1 capacity, or 1:1 on a high turnover list or a list with higher ASA patients

Main duties of the job

This is an additional post. It will attract 10 Programmed Activities (PAs) comprising 8.5 for Direct Clinical Care (inclusive of on-call) and 1.5 for Supporting Professional Activities (SPA).

A timetable is set out below. Anaesthetic weeks follow a two-weekly pattern of job planned activity providing a range of clinical activities to maintain skills. 2 prospective Critical Care weeks are worked per cycle (presently a 12-week cycle, subject to change with workforce fluctuation). Critical care activity displaces anaesthetic sessions on these weeks. On-call activity is avoided where possible on critical care weeks to protect continuity of clinical care and allow sufficient rest. The job plan may evolve once the successful candidate is in place with mutual agreement.

Consultants within the department are expected to work with Anaesthesia Associates, supervising them in a 2:1 capacity, or 1:1 on a high turnover list or a list with higher ASA patients

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job summary

We are looking for a highly motivated and enthusiastic Support Medical Secretary to provide administrative duties within the Ophthalmology Injection Service.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide administrative support to the injection service within the Ophthalmology department. They will be responsible for processing referrals into the service, maintaining waitlist lists, patient databases and co-ordinating communication between MDT members, patients and GPs. This will include highly sensitive and complex medical terminology with a need for confidentiality.

To be responsible for the receipt of consultant/medical staff, to action where appropriate or escalating any necessary items to the attention of the person concerned.

In the absence of the Injection support manager, assist in the rearrangement of clinical activity to accommodate planned and urgent leave, with the ability to prioritise a number of conflicting tasks, taking appropriate action to prevent or solve problems without supervision.

About us

At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.

As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.

As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.

Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.

Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)

Job summary

The Orthoptic Department at South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust has an exciting opportunity to recruit an Ophthalmic Technician with special interest in Vision Screening.

We're looking for someone who is:

• Passionate about eye carewith a strong focus in paediatric ophthalmology
• Self motivated and proactivewho will enjoy planning their own workload and diary.
• Adaptable and flexible and able to adjust roles or tasks as needed for the teams success.

This is a part time (22.5 hours per week) Band 4 role. The post involves working as part of the multi-professional ophthalmology team at Warwick/ Stratford Hospital Eye Units and also in school environments. The post involves travel between locations in the South Warwickshire and the Solihull areas.

Main duties of the job

The role of the Assistant Practitioner is to deliver a high quality, caring and compassionate patient care. The post holder will be undertake assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient care needs for a defined group of patients under the indirect supervision of a registered professional in their specialist area. The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of ophthalmic care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.

About us

Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.

We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.

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Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

203-EL1236

Job locations

Machen Eye Unit Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Result Areas:

To undertake a vision test on Reception class children attending schools in the commissioned area and to assist the Orthoptic Department in the diagnosis of vision defects.

To record the outcome of the vision screening and to share this information with Child Health

Complete a referral form for those children failing to meet the required standard in line with departmental policy

Answer basic queries from parents of children tested in school

Prepare the school list and liaise with the school regarding suitable times to visit

To perform such duties as will aid the smooth running of the orthoptic department.

To plan and prioritise own workload to meet service demands

Professional Values

To ensure Trust standards and values are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire Foundation Trust

Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act

Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment

To report any accidents or incidents via the DATIX incident reporting system and/or to an appropriate registered professional, ensuring an open and transparent culture.

To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times.

To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage.

To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.

Clinical Practice

Take responsibility for care and welfare of an defined caseload of patients/clients within your area of work

To undertake a vision test on Reception class children attending schools in the commissioned area and to assist the Orthoptic Department in the diagnosis of vision defects.

To undertake a range of investigative procedures using equipment requiring highly developed levels of dexterity and hand eye coordination and use of fine motor skills.

To analyse test results for urgency of follow up required and to decide if alternative methods of investigation are necessary or if abandonment of procedures is appropriate.

To investigate and assess paediatric cases requiring enhanced communication skills to ensure understanding and compliance with testing.

To assess and investigate patients with behavioural and learning difficulties ensuring the most appropriate methods of assessment are utilized.

To assess and investigate patients with reduced cognitive function ensuring compliance with the most appropriate investigative method. To recognize when formal assessment is not possible and to undertake objective assessment.

To undertake investigative procedures in reduced lighting environments, requiring long periods of concentration.

To use appropriate handling and moving techniques, as recommended by Trust policy, to ensure patients with restricted mobility and/or wheelchair users can access the equipment for investigation.

To instil eye drops as per departmental protocols, for investigations to be undertaken e.g. Use of dilating drops for medical photography, use of anaesthetic drops for ultrasound of the eye.

Continuously assess, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes / methods of care agreed by a registered professional.

To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern

Never undertake anything beyond your own level of competency

To ensure delivery of high quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines.

To accurately document all care delivered to patients, maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Participate in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives

To adhere to Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to the area of work, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.

To support relatives as required demonstrating compassion and empathy.

Provide supervision and support to junior support and care staff as required.

Maintain the upkeep and monitor the condition of all equipment used within the orthoptic screening programme and report any faults in line with departmental policy.

Communications and Interpersonal Relationships

Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills to children in reception class in order to gain an accurate test and give information on what is required from the child

Prepare children prior to the vision assessment examination giving explanation of procedure and gain compliance by negotiation and encouragement

Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required, identifying individual needs and utilising a range of agreed communication mediums

Always introduce yourself in line with the Trust privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.

Communicate effectively and professionally with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned, coordinated and communicated.

Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care maintaining confidentiality at all times.

Use the Trust information support systems and other computer systems as required by the clinical area.

Team Working

To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team

Support and cooperate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that all statutory and Trust regulations are complied with.

Participate in research and audit as required by the multidisciplinary team to ensure standards of patient care are monitored and improved.

Education, Training and Personal Development

To complete the Public Health England vision screening training package on appointment

To maintain competency every year

To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions i.e. infection control, resuscitation and moving and handling training.

To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker Induction programme

To successfully complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks of commencing employment

To ensure maintenance and development of individual competence knowledge and skil

As a competent practitioner, teach and provide supervision to appropriate junior staff.

To participate in and undertake appropriate training and development activities including IT and clinical skills

Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.

Job description Job responsibilities Key Result Areas: To undertake a vision test on Reception class children attending schools in the commissioned area and to assist the Orthoptic Department in the diagnosis of vision defects. To record the outcome of the vision screening and to share this information with Child Health Complete a referral form for those children failing to meet the required standard in line with departmental policy Answer basic queries from parents of children tested in school Prepare the school list and liaise with the school regarding suitable times to visit To perform such duties as will aid the smooth running of the orthoptic department. To plan and prioritise own workload to meet service demands Professional Values To ensure Trust standards and values are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire Foundation Trust Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment To report any accidents or incidents via the DATIX incident reporting system and/or to an appropriate registered professional, ensuring an open and transparent culture. To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times. To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage. To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Clinical Practice Take responsibility for care and welfare of an defined caseload of patients/clients within your area of work To undertake a vision test on Reception class children attending schools in the commissioned area and to assist the Orthoptic Department in the diagnosis of vision defects. To undertake a range of investigative procedures using equipment requiring highly developed levels of dexterity and hand eye coordination and use of fine motor skills. To analyse test results for urgency of follow up required and to decide if alternative methods of investigation are necessary or if abandonment of procedures is appropriate. To investigate and assess paediatric cases requiring enhanced communication skills to ensure understanding and compliance with testing. To assess and investigate patients with behavioural and learning difficulties ensuring the most appropriate methods of assessment are utilized. To assess and investigate patients with reduced cognitive function ensuring compliance with the most appropriate investigative method. To recognize when formal assessment is not possible and to undertake objective assessment. To undertake investigative procedures in reduced lighting environments, requiring long periods of concentration. To use appropriate handling and moving techniques, as recommended by Trust policy, to ensure patients with restricted mobility and/or wheelchair users can access the equipment for investigation. To instil eye drops as per departmental protocols, for investigations to be undertaken e.g. Use of dilating drops for medical photography, use of anaesthetic drops for ultrasound of the eye. Continuously assess, implement and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes / methods of care agreed by a registered professional. To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern Never undertake anything beyond your own level of competency To ensure delivery of high quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines. To accurately document all care delivered to patients, maintaining confidentiality at all times. Participate in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives To adhere to Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to the area of work, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection. To support relatives as required demonstrating compassion and empathy. Provide supervision and support to junior support and care staff as required. Maintain the upkeep and monitor the condition of all equipment used within the orthoptic screening programme and report any faults in line with departmental policy. Communications and Interpersonal Relationships Demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills to children in reception class in order to gain an accurate test and give information on what is required from the child Prepare children prior to the vision assessment examination giving explanation of procedure and gain compliance by negotiation and encouragement Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required, identifying individual needs and utilising a range of agreed communication mediums Always introduce yourself in line with the Trust privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service. Communicate effectively and professionally with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned, coordinated and communicated. Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care maintaining confidentiality at all times. Use the Trust information support systems and other computer systems as required by the clinical area. Team Working To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team Support and cooperate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that all statutory and Trust regulations are complied with. Participate in research and audit as required by the multidisciplinary team to ensure standards of patient care are monitored and improved. Education, Training and Personal Development To complete the Public Health England vision screening training package on appointment To maintain competency every year To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions i.e. infection control, resuscitation and moving and handling training. To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker Induction programme To successfully complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks of commencing employment To ensure maintenance and development of individual competence knowledge and skil As a competent practitioner, teach and provide supervision to appropriate junior staff. To participate in and undertake appropriate training and development activities including IT and clinical skills Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• One or more RQF level 3 or SCQF levels 7-8 qualification(s) or equivalent level qualification, including English and Maths key skills
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Completion of the e-learning for Health Child Vision Screening resource and assessment tool

Desirable

• Care Certificate

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience as Ophthalmic Technician (to diploma level)

Desirable

• Previous administration experience

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates a good understanding of Ophthalmology processes.
• Able to efficiently plan work and manage time
• Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as an effective team member
• Able to express self clearly and confidently - verbal and written
• Demonstrates commitment and ability to teach others
• Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances
• Able to achieve personal objectives

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Flexible
• Aware of current NHS issues and priorities
• Car Driver/Independent means of transport

Person Specification Qualifications Essential One or more RQF level 3 or SCQF levels 7-8 qualification(s) or equivalent level qualification, including English and Maths key skills Evidence of continuous professional development Completion of the e-learning for Health Child Vision Screening resource and assessment tool Desirable Care Certificate Experience Essential Substantial experience as Ophthalmic Technician (to diploma level) Desirable Previous administration experience Skills Essential Demonstrates a good understanding of Ophthalmology processes. Able to efficiently plan work and manage time Demonstrates knowledge of research based practices Personal Qualities Essential Able to work as an effective team member Able to express self clearly and confidently - verbal and written Demonstrates commitment and ability to teach others Able to work under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances Able to achieve personal objectives Other Job Requirements Essential Flexible Aware of current NHS issues and priorities Car Driver/Independent means of transport

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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Additional information 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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Machen Eye Unit Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Machen Eye Unit Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This post is offered on a full time (10 PA) basis although less than full time applications will be considered and additional DCC PA may be offered through negotiation depending on service need. Duties will be primarily based on our Wakefield (Pinderfields) site although all our medical staff are involved in delivering care to patients on all our sites with expectations of potential on-site presence at Dewsbury, Pontefract and/or our Community Diagnostic Centre in Wakefield.

Main duties of the job

A brief description of the post: The post is primarily to complement the existing Interventional Radiology team, whose consultants have shared commitments across various diagnostic subspecialties. The successful candidate will support and enable the team to deliver a sustainable excellent service throughout the year for acute and elective pathways including peripheral vascular and non-vascular interventional procedures, e.g. arterial angioplasty +/- stenting, vascular access, nephrostomy, biopsy, drainage. Expertise in emergency arterial embolization would be advantageous during core working hours, with no expectation to provide that out of hours. They will report specialist vascular MRI, CT and ideally cardiac CT. They will support the weekly Vascular multidisciplinary team (MDT) meeting, with vascular radiologist and surgical colleagues. The department currently comprises 43 consultant radiologists, with a mix of full-time and less-than-full-time posts, who provide a wide range of subspecialist and general radiological services. General radiology diagnostic skills are essential and the post holder is expected to contribute to the departmental general radiology workload, including acute CT. Additional subspecialty interests can be accommodated depending on service need.

About us

We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work. We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more. If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.

Job summary

Come and join our friendly team as a Senior Mental Health Practitioner for the Crisis Resolution Home Treatment Team East in the vibrant town of Slough. Our main mission? To deliver top-quality care to our amazing patients and offer an alternative to traditional mental health admissions. You will be based in the main hub in Slough. We're here 24/7, and if you're on the lookout for a role with flexible hours, the chance to work long days, nights, and weekends, plus loads of opportunities for growth and development, then you're in the right place!

Your role will involve conducting thorough assessments, delivering effective treatments, and offering brief, evidence-based follow-up services to patients referred from community mental health teams, the psych liaison service, or inpatient wards.

While you'll be based in heart of Slough, get ready for some exciting variety as you might occasionally travel to other locations like Windsor, Maidenhead, or Bracknell to meet the diverse needs of our services.

If you're passionate about mental health, crave a dynamic work environment, and want to make a real impact, this could be the role for you! Apply now and let's create positive change together!

Main duties of the job

Responsibilities include carrying out assessments, developing, implementing, and evaluating individualised care plans, along with directing patients to other services when necessary. Collaboration with service users and the broader multidisciplinary team is integral to the development of each personalised plan.

Operating within a multidisciplinary team, you'll oversee care delivery, manage risks, and evaluate care outcomes, prioritising the recovery of each service user.

You should be adept at taking calculated positive risks, aligning with the Trust Policy on Risk Assessment and Management.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Job summary

Join the main ultrasound department at Royal Berkshire and put your specialist skills at the centre of a service that truly values professional and patient-centred compassionate care.

You'll use your expertise to independently perform and report a wide range of scans, working within a team where clinical excellence is the standard.

Our sonographers are supported by our lead sonographer, a practice educator as well as a team of RDAs and radiologists.

We are proud of our preceptorship which provides a framework for sonographers to progress to 8A.

The department is accredited by QSI and is fortunate to be a University of Reading department showing our commitment to patient care and research.

Main duties of the job

Performing and range of ultrasound scans within the main radiology department (please note, obstetric scanning is not performed within the department).

Reporting findings and making appropriate recommendations.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.