Job summary

Harbourside Family Practice is looking to recruit a friendly, motivated and reliable Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our expanding clinical team on a part-time basis.

This is a varied and rewarding role supporting our patients with a range of clinical services, including phlebotomy, wound care and dressings, blood pressure monitoring, ECGs, NHS Health Checks and other routine healthcare procedures. The successful candidate will work closely with our GPs, nurses and wider practice team to provide high-quality, patient-centred care.

Previous experience within General Practice or a healthcare setting would be an advantage, and phlebotomy experience is particularly desirable. We are also keen to hear from candidates who are enthusiastic about developing their clinical skills, as appropriate training and competency assessment can be provided for additional aspects of the role.

Main duties of the job

The Healthcare Assistant will provide a range of clinical services to our patients, including phlebotomy, wound care and dressings, blood pressure monitoring, ECGs, NHS Health Checks and smoking cessation support. The role will also include assisting GPs and nurses and undertaking other appropriate clinical duties following training and competency assessment. The post-holder will work closely with the wider clinical team, maintain accurate patient records and ensure that all care is delivered safely, professionally and in accordance with Practice policies and procedures.

About us

We are a high-achieving, five-partner PMS practice based in Portishead, a beautiful coastal town in North Somerset overlooking the Severn Estuary and within easy reach of Bristol.

We are proud of the quality of care and service we provide to our patients. In the 2023 NHS GP Patient Survey, we were rated as the 4th best-performing practice in BNSSG, reflecting the positive experience of our patients.

We are a forward-thinking practice with a strong emphasis on teamwork, patient-centred care and continuous improvement. We operate from a modern, purpose-built health centre with bright, spacious facilities, enabling our multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality clinical services to our growing population of approximately 11,500 patients.

As a training practice, we are committed to learning and development and provide a supportive environment in which members of our team can develop their skills and experience.

We have consistently achieved strong QOF results and were rated Good at our most recent CQC inspection. We are also proud to have a 4.4-star Google rating, further reflecting the positive experience of patients using our services.

Job summary

The Band 8a Occupational Health AHP Lead is a senior clinical and managerial role responsible for the leadership, governance and development of the Occupational Health Therapy service within the organisation.

The post holder provides day-to-day operational and strategic management of the Therapy Team, acts as the clinical lead for specialist therapy services within Occupational Health, and delivers high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including the assessment and treatment of a highly complex personal caseload across a variety of settings.

Working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals and senior AHP partners, the post holder provides professional and operational supervision to the therapies team and ensures access to appropriate specialist supervision for themselves and their staff. The role contributes to the overall success of the Occupational Health, Wellbeing & Staff Psychology department by ensuring Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are met, service outcomes are monitored, and continuous learning and development is embedded within the team, subject to available funding.

The post requires a flexible approach to working, including the ability to undertake weekend commitments when required, to meet service demands.

The post holder must have access to a car for business purposes and have a full, clean UK driver's licence.

Main duties of the job

Clinical Responsibilities

Manage and deliver a highly complex personal caseload within Occupational Health and Wellbeing (OHW), including assessment, intervention planning and monitoring of complex conditions; senior clinician for the most complex cases.

Provide highly specialist Occupational Health advice to patients/clients, carers and other health professionals, including expert input linked to clinical governance considerations.

Develop and coordinate delivery of specialist programmes of care across Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services.

Complete outreach and project-based clinical work aligned to Trust priorities (e.g. hotspot initiatives).

Apply advanced professional knowledge gained through degree-level education and postgraduate or Master's-equivalent training to specialist practice.

Leadership

Provide professional and operational leadership for the Occupational Health Therapy team.

Coordinate supervision and appraisal of senior and junior therapy staff in line with local guidelines.

Provide oversight of junior staff clinical delivery, including observation of assessments where required.

Review and reflect on own practice through professional and operational supervision.

Contribute to national-level guidance for Occupational Health and Work-focused Therapists.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job summary

We are looking for motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking individuals to join the Pharmacy teams at University Hospital Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth Hospital as Pre-registration Trainee Pharmacy Technician Apprentices. This two-year fixed-term apprenticeship, commencing in February 2027, provides an excellent opportunity to begin a career as a registered Pharmacy Technician. Working alongside pharmacists and other healthcare professionals, you will support the safe and effective use of medicines while gaining experience across a range of pharmacy services. You will undertake a structured training programme leading to the BTEC Level 3 Diploma in the Principles and Practice for Pharmacy Technicians, combining full-time employment with academic study, workplace assessments and portfolio completion. One day each week is dedicated to study, although additional independent learning will be required. Throughout the programme, you will develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to become a registered healthcare professional. On successful completion, you will be eligible to apply for registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Applicants must have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including English, Maths and one Science subject, and meet apprenticeship funding eligibility requirements. We are unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Main duties of the job

• Contract: Fixed term 2 years (Apprenticeship)
• Start date: February 2027
• Location: Base site will be either Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich or University Hospital Lewisham

You will gain experience across a wide range of pharmacy services through a structured rotational training programme designed to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required of a registered pharmacy technician.

Rotations may include: Inpatient dispensary services: Outpatient pharmacy services: Community pharmacy placements: Clinical trials: Ward-based medicines management: Stores and procurement services.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, you will support the safe and effective supply and management of medicines while developing your professional, technical and communication skills.

A professional approach is essential, as the role requires balancing study commitments with work-based learning within a busy healthcare environment.

This is more than just a training programme. It is the beginning of a professional career where you will make a real difference to patients every day while developing the skills, knowledge and confidence to become a registered Pharmacy Technician.

If you are enthusiastic about healthcare, committed to learning and ready to embrace the challenge of combining work and study, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now and start your journey towards becoming a registered Pharmacy Technician with Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

An exciting and challenging opportunity has arisen for a dynamic individual with excellent clinical skills and ED experience to further develop their expertise as a Band 6 in ED.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate would take charge in the busy ED on a shift by shift basis and also be expected to work streaming/TW shifts to enhance the skill mix at triage.

As a Band 6 nurse you will be responsible for the day to day flow of the department by ensuring the standards of care are met for children and their family / carers whilst in the emergency department, including delegation and deployment of the nursing team in the absence of a band 7.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring, assertive and compassionate individual who is ready to take up this challenge in a very busy Same Day emergency Care Unit. The post holder will provide hands on care within the unit working under indirect supervision to gain proficiency in all areas of same-day emergency care. The Ambulatory Care centre is a modern Clinical Facility which opened at the end of 2016. It houses 17 reclining chairs and 3 trolleys with 3 consultation rooms.

Main duties of the job

The SDEC treats adult patients with medical conditions who need same-day emergency treatment that does not require an overnight stay. Patients are referred from A&E, by their GP and from other medical wards. Patients treated in the unit means they have same day care avoiding long waiting times in ED and an admission. The service includes scheduled bloods tests, routine X-ray's and ultrasound, with results reviewed the same day by specialist SDEC Consultants.

The Ward Manager leads a team of staff equipped with acute medical skills and a Matron who oversees the unit.

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

The Mildred Creak Unit is a children's inpatient mental health unit situated within The Psychological and Mental Health Services at Great Ormond Street Hospital in the heart of London. The Unit cares for young people aged 7 - 13 years old with a range of severe and complex mental health difficulties.

We encourage applications from all sections of the diverse population we live in.

Applications are invited for a Permanent position of Senior Staff Nurse at Band 6, we welcome applications from Registered Mental health Nurses/Registered Paediatric Nurses and/or Learning Disability nurse backgrounds.

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated individual to work within our dynamic multidisciplinary team. Our model of working is based on the Therapeutic Milieu. Previous experience in CAMHS is essential for this challenging and very rewarding role. You will be required to work within a team of dedicated nurses and a wide variety of other disciplines. Good communication and organisational skills are essential, as is experience with this patient group.

Main duties of the job

Supporting a structured routine for the young people offers containment to the family and young person, mirroring this we recognise the benefit a structured timetable offers to staff so in place we offer weekly meetings at 2pm, which include nurse led teaching, group discussion, MDT meetings, monthly team reflective meetings and a weekly facilitated nurse support meeting.

We believe that every interaction with a young person is an opportunity to be therapeutic. Recognising the impact of the work, alongside the weekly reflective group meetings we support monthly individual supervision.Offering greater autonomy to the nurses, provides young people with greater collaboration and empowerment opportunities in their treatment journey.

The role involves supporting junior nursing staff and encouraging their development, this includes staff nurses from child and mental health backgrounds, experienced therapeutic care workers and healthcare assistants.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.

We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.

We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£47,951 to £56,863 a year per annum inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

271-BBM-8036637-A

Job locations

Great Ormond Street Hospital

Great Ormond Street

London

WC1N 3JH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Job description Job responsibilities The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Our always values

Essential

• Our always values

Academic/Professional qualification/Training

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse (appropriate to clinical speciality)
• Relevant nursing qualification
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality

Desirable

• Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of having worked with children/ young people with mental health difficulties
• Understanding of professional and current issues in CAMHS
• Understanding of the importance of research and evidence-based practice
• Basic knowledge of computer skills
• Understating or evidence of fulfilling requirements for Revalidation
• Understanding of safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures
• Understanding of principles of clinical governance (e.g. risk management, audit, quality)

Desirable

• Understanding of nursing practice and innovation outside of GOSH
• Knowledge of clinical incidents and complaints and reporting
• Previous experience in the relevant specialty of post (preferably in an NHS setting)

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients
• Committed to family centred care
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Good time management and teaching skills
• Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative
• Ability to delegate tasks as appropriate
• Demonstrates Compassion in practice

Desirable

• Administration of IV drugs
• Central venous access management

Person Specification Our always values Essential Our always values Academic/Professional qualification/Training Essential NMC Registered Nurse (appropriate to clinical speciality) Relevant nursing qualification Evidence of ongoing professional development relating to clinical speciality Desirable Assessor or practice supervisor qualification/experience Experience/Knowledge Essential Experience of having worked with children/ young people with mental health difficulties Understanding of professional and current issues in CAMHS Understanding of the importance of research and evidence-based practice Basic knowledge of computer skills Understating or evidence of fulfilling requirements for Revalidation Understanding of safeguarding issues according to Trust policies and procedures Understanding of principles of clinical governance (e.g. risk management, audit, quality) Desirable Understanding of nursing practice and innovation outside of GOSH Knowledge of clinical incidents and complaints and reporting Previous experience in the relevant specialty of post (preferably in an NHS setting) Skills/Abilities Essential Ability to plan and prioritise care for patients Committed to family centred care Excellent verbal and written communication skills Excellent numeracy skills Good time management and teaching skills Ability to work well both in a team and on own initiative Ability to delegate tasks as appropriate Demonstrates Compassion in practice Desirable Administration of IV drugs Central venous access management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital

Great Ormond Street

London

WC1N 3JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Ormond Street Hospital

Great Ormond Street

London

WC1N 3JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a General Practitionerto join ourPrimary Careteam atHMP Altcourse,Category B men's prison and young offenders institution based in the Fazakerley are of Liverpool in Merseyside. Ideal applicants would be experienced general practitioners who have previous prescribed for and supporting patients with substance misuse needs. HMP Altcourse it a fast paced environment you will be working closely with a full multidisciplinary team to deliver high quality patient care.

Hours

Mon / Tues: 08:00 - 21:00

Thurs: 08:00 - 21:00 or 14:00 - 18:00

Fri: 14:00 - 18:00

We offer flexible working and are happy to discuss either individual 4-hour sessions or a combination of sessions to suit your needs.

Salary

You'll receive an annual salary between£114,763and £125,135per annum FTE- depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

Our General Practitioners are extremely valued and are well respected members of the Prison Healthcare community, as a General Practitioner, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Deliver first class healthcare to a diverse group of patients, and therefore as a General Practitioner at Practice Plus Group you get the opportunity to further develop your knowledge in areas you wouldnt usually experience within a practice, or even A&E environment.
• Provide clinical assessment and diagnosis to patients requirements and make timely decisions regarding future management.
• Provide a highly specialist resource to other members of the healthcare team at site, as well as the patients you work with having active involvement in clinical governance and effectiveness activities.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesn't stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

Requirements

• MBChB or MBBS
• Inclusion on the GMC Register and GP Performers List
• Evidence of engagement with annual appraisal
• Experience working as a General Practitioner in community general practice
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Ability to work with patients with a history of substance misuse
• RCGP Certificate in Substance Misuse 1 and 2, or prepared to undertake these qualifications

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Up to £125,135 per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

14189-6

Job locations

Brookfield Drive

Liverpool

Fazakerley

L9 7LH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Senior Psychologist will work within a prison, where the need for specialised psychological support is paramount. This role focuses on embedding a trauma-informed and multidisciplinary approach to care, aimed at minimizing further re-traumatization for people in prison while also addressing the impact and secondary trauma of staff to reduce burnout. As a clinical leader, the Senior Psychologist will develop and implement evidence-based interventions that foster resilience and recovery among men in prison, while simultaneously providing support and training to staff to enhance their understanding of trauma and its effects. By working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the Senior Psychologist will ensure the delivery of high-quality mental health care, develop and implement trauma informed and evidence-based treatment programs in line with the Psychological Therapies Services (PTS) model, and contribute to the formulation of policies and practices that promote psychological wellbeing. In addition to clinical responsibilities, this position includes managerial expectations, such as overseeing junior/trainee psychologists, coordinating mental health services, and contributing to the development of policies that promote a supportive environment for both patients and staff. By cultivating culture of empathy and understanding, the Senior Psychologist will play a crucial role in improving the overall psychological well-being of the prison population and the staff, ultimately contributing to a more effective and compassionate correctional environment.

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical -

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments;

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

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

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

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

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

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

Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.

Teaching, training and supervision

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

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

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

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

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

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

To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions.

Management, recruitment, policy and service development

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Research, service evaluation & audit

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

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

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

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

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

Professional -

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

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

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

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

To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare

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

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

Other

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

Job description Job responsibilities The Senior Psychologist will work within a prison, where the need for specialised psychological support is paramount. This role focuses on embedding a trauma-informed and multidisciplinary approach to care, aimed at minimizing further re-traumatization for people in prison while also addressing the impact and secondary trauma of staff to reduce burnout. As a clinical leader, the Senior Psychologist will develop and implement evidence-based interventions that foster resilience and recovery among men in prison, while simultaneously providing support and training to staff to enhance their understanding of trauma and its effects. By working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the Senior Psychologist will ensure the delivery of high-quality mental health care, develop and implement trauma informed and evidence-based treatment programs in line with the Psychological Therapies Services (PTS) model, and contribute to the formulation of policies and practices that promote psychological wellbeing. In addition to clinical responsibilities, this position includes managerial expectations, such as overseeing junior/trainee psychologists, coordinating mental health services, and contributing to the development of policies that promote a supportive environment for both patients and staff. By cultivating culture of empathy and understanding, the Senior Psychologist will play a crucial role in improving the overall psychological well-being of the prison population and the staff, ultimately contributing to a more effective and compassionate correctional environment.MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIESClinical - To provide highly specialist psychological assessment of patients based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members (when appropriate) and others involved in the patients care. To provide specialist psychological advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to patients formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan; To be responsible for implementing a range of psychological interventions for individuals and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations drawing upon different explanatory models, and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses; engage in structured and dynamic risk assessments; To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options taking in to account both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors including historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual, family or group; To contribute directly and indirectly to a trauma informed, psychologically-based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, promoting the psychological mindedness of staff; To contribute a psychosocial, trauma informed perspective within the multidisciplinary team including for those patients not directly on the psychologists caseload and attend individual patient reviews and risk management meetings where appropriate; To attend ACCT reviews and segregation reviews in the prison as appropriate and to offer psychological opinion about management and appropriate referrals in that context and, offer psychological understanding into CSIP plans to support management of patients within the wing by prison staff; To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, highly complex/sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans to the patient, appropriate professional colleagues and to family members, as appropriate, and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary discussions; To be able to complete and interpret formal psychometric assessments; To maintain accurate clinical records and keep the PTS dashboard up to date with outcomes data for patient/service and staff outcomes; To contribute to the development of specialized individual treatment plans or packages of care for patients with complex psychological problems and who may present a risk of harm to themselves or others; To be able to manage the emotional impact of working, often one-to-one, with people who can be in crisis, who can show high levels of arousal and can be actively self-harming or suicidal; To work jointly with other psychologists/therapists, to plan and hand over the psychological assessment and treatments of patients that may continue after either transfer to other prisons or released in the community or other recovery-based settings. In liaison with Mental Leads and/or Heads of Healthcare and the National head of Psychological Therapies, identify opportunities for and conduct service development projects in collaboration with other members of the multidisciplinary team; Participate in and contribute to CPD and peer supervision within the wider healthcare team; Active engagement in appropriate practice supervision.Teaching, training and supervision To receive regular clinical supervision from an appropriately qualified and experienced supervisor, in accordance with the BPS and the HCPC guidelines and, where appropriate, from other senior professional colleagues and, to supervise junior psychology colleagues and other therapists and MDT colleagues as appropriate;To provide training and supervision for members of the service (healthcare and prison) in the delivery of psychologically, trauma informed care and treatment; To provide specialist advice and consultation and training to members of other disciplines within the teams and to non-psychology manager of the teams on psychological understanding, interventions and evaluations; To develop and deliver teaching as appropriate for members of staff from other disciplines; Responsible for planning, delivery and clinical supervision of a specialist psychology training placement for trainees on the postgraduate doctoral courses in clinical/counselling and/ or forensic psychology; To develop further post-qualification experience in psychology over and above that provided through training by engaging in a clearly planned CPD programme in accordance with British Psychological Society guidance and in line with service model and needs; To contribute to peer psychology supervision sessions. Management, recruitment, policy and service development To plan and supervise the work of undergraduate psychology students, and trainee psychologists and be responsible for their support in their placements; To contribute to proposals and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies; To advise the Mental Health lead and/or Heads of Healthcare on those aspects of the service where psychological matters need addressing in line with best practice and service objectives; Responsible for contributing to the planning, organizing, auditing and developing of policy strategies for the delivery of the psychological therapies service; To contribute to proposals for and implementation of policy and service development changes in relation to psychology and psychological therapies within the service; To take responsibility for representation of the profession at appropriate service development and governance meetings as agreed with their Line Manager and in line with Personal and Professional Development Plans (PDPs); To contribute to recruitment shortlisting and interviewing as appropriate across the service; Research, service evaluation & audit To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual/ group work and work with other team members; To undertake project management, including complex audit, research and service evaluation projects, with colleagues within the service, to help develop service provision; To prepare and present information from audits, evaluations and research to professional audiences within and outside the Organisation To prepare papers for publication based on audit, evaluation, research and development work To utilise theory, evidence based literature and research to support evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.Professional - To attend regional and national Psychological Therapies meetings, service development and other relevant meetings regularly; To adhere to professional/accrediting body codes of conduct, policies and procedures (e.g. HCPC, BABCP, BPS); To be aware of, adhere to, and where appropriate, contribute to the formulation and review of Practice Plus Group policies and procedures; To maintain and develop high standards of psychology/psychological therapy practice by engaging in continuing professional development and co-operative working/networking with therapists, clinical, counselling and forensic psychologist colleagues; To receive regular line management supervision by the Head of Healthcare To participate in the organisations annual performance review and personal development planning process with the clinical supervisor and line manager; To keep up to date with legislation, national directives, policies and NICE guidelines in relation to the work delivered.Other This Job Description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting.

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Brookfield Drive

Liverpool

Fazakerley

L9 7LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Brookfield Drive

Liverpool

Fazakerley

L9 7LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

University College London Hospitals is seeking to appoint a Locum Consultant Neurosurgeon in Spine, with a specific remit of both complex and general degenerative spinal conditions. The post will be based in the Victor Horsley Department of Neurosurgery at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, Queen Square.

The Department of Neurosurgery provides a comprehensive elective and emergency neurosurgical service for the Trust, a large area of North Central and West London and its associated hospitals and the local community/GPs. In addition there are large numbers of National and International referrals to specialist Neurosurgical services.

Our multidisciplinary teams work at the forefront of clinical practice, research and innovation, offering exposure to a wide range of subspecialties including neuro-oncology, skull base surgery, vascular neurosurgery, functional neurosurgery, epilepsy surgery, spinal surgery, pituitary surgery, and Gamma Knife stereotactic radiosurgery. Working at Queen Square provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with internationally renowned clinicians, academics and allied health professionals within one of the largest neuroscience centres in Europe.

Main duties of the job

The Locum Consultant's job plan will comprise the equivalent of 8.5 PAs Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and 1.5 PAs Supporting Professional Activities (SPA). The Programmed Activities related to direct patient care follow a team-based approach. The part of the job plan related to wider departmental activities, supporting professional activities and personal objectives is more individually tailored. Supporting Professional Activity (SPA) includes CPD and revalidation, teaching and training, audit, quality improvement, governance and appraisal preparation.

This post holder will participate in the neurosurgery general on-call service (which is approximately 1 in 15). The job plan below will factor in predictable and unpredictable PAs associated with the on-call.

About us

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Job summary

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and driven pharmacist to join our friendly patient focused team at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. You will need to be motivated, organised, and willing to work as part of a team .

You will be responsible for leading, managing, delivering, planning and developing the clinical pharmacy service to Acute and Emergency Care.

Looking after our patients is never dull, optimising patient medicines and developing services as part of the acute team is key. There is always a new treatment combination, clinical trial, patient pathway development or new drug to be implemented to improve care.

So if you have a curious nature, like learning and enjoy a fast-paced action orientated environment and want to impact patient care for the better each day, please consider applying for our band 8a pharmacist position.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be responsible for the delivery and development of clinical pharmacy services within Acute and Emergency Care in liaison with the Pharmacy Team Lead for Integrated Medicine, promoting the safe, effective, and efficient use of medicines. They will:

• Liaise with the relevant senior pharmacy, medical and nursing staff, other allied health professionals (AHPs) and managers to promote safe, evidence-based and cost-effective use of medication.
• Liaise with external health professionals (i.e., community / primary care network pharmacists) and stakeholders across the Integrated Care System (ICS) in streamlining processes and encouraging best practice.
• Provide a clinical pharmacy service to acute wards including specialist advice and participation on ward rounds and multidisciplinary team (MDT) reviews.
• Practice as an independent prescriber within agreed therapeutic areas, in accordance with the BHT Non-Medical Prescribing policy.
• Provide pharmacy leadership to the Integrated Medicine directorate, deputising for the Pharmacy Team Lead for Integrated Medicine as necessary.
• Demonstrate strong digital literacy and effectively utilise electronic prescribing and medicines administration (ePMA) and other digital clinical systems to support safe prescribing, medicines optimisation and service improvements.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year Per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

434-SCS7855636-A

Job locations

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

Education, Qualification & Training

Essential

• Registered Pharmacist: Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society / Royal College of Emergency Medicine / UK Clinical Pharmacist Association
• Post-graduate diploma in clinically pharmacy or recognised equivalent
• Independent Prescribing qualification
• RPS faculty Stage II accreditation
• Management Training

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of hospital pharmacy at Post Registration Pharmacist level
• Significant experience of delivery of pharmacy services to a broad range of specialties including Acute and Emergency Care
• Experience of delivery of clinical pharmacy service to a specialist level
• Evidence of significant relevant Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Experience of project management
• Experience of conducting audits

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Essential

• Work, communicate and provide effective leadership within a team
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi-disciplinary team, at meetings, with patients and carers and to ensure records are kept accurately and in a legible manner.
• Prepared to attend any training sessions necessary for personal and service development

Desirable

• Able to recognise limits of own competencies and to refer and seek advice from colleagues.
• Able to recognise and embrace new ideas and developments in clinical practice and implement under supervision of superiors

Special Circumstances

Essential

• Able to travel to other sites within the Trust and to venues for training

Person Specification Education, Qualification & Training Essential Registered Pharmacist: Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council Desirable Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society / Royal College of Emergency Medicine / UK Clinical Pharmacist Association Post-graduate diploma in clinically pharmacy or recognised equivalent Independent Prescribing qualification RPS faculty Stage II accreditation Management Training Experience Essential Significant experience of hospital pharmacy at Post Registration Pharmacist level Significant experience of delivery of pharmacy services to a broad range of specialties including Acute and Emergency Care Experience of delivery of clinical pharmacy service to a specialist level Evidence of significant relevant Continuing Professional Development Desirable Experience of project management Experience of conducting audits Skills, Abilities & Knowledge Essential Work, communicate and provide effective leadership within a team Clear and concise verbal and written communication to ensure liaison with multi-disciplinary team, at meetings, with patients and carers and to ensure records are kept accurately and in a legible manner. Prepared to attend any training sessions necessary for personal and service development Desirable Able to recognise limits of own competencies and to refer and seek advice from colleagues. Able to recognise and embrace new ideas and developments in clinical practice and implement under supervision of superiors Special Circumstances Essential Able to travel to other sites within the Trust and to venues for 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Stoke Mandeville Hospital

Mandeville Road

Aylesbury

HP21 8AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Do you want to be a Healthcare Assistant and join one of the best Stroke Units in the UK?

Our stroke service is the designated 24 hour thrombolysis centre for Buckinghamshire and East Berkshire with 15 hyper- acute beds and27 acute rehabilitation beds.

Main duties of the job

Working as a Healthcare Assistant, you will be part of a busy multi-disciplinary team who are dedicated in providing individualised, evidence based stroke care management.

With the support of a stroke practice development sister, stroke specialist nurses and the Trust's education department, we are able to offer a range of education and development opportunities, including in-house training and external courses.

Working across hyper-acute, acute and step down areas, you will have the opportunity to continue to progress your professional development, gain specialist knowledge in the care of acute stroke and skills in caring for rehabilitation patients.

Please note you if you are shortlisted for interview, you will be required to sit a competency based assessment

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we're a great place to work! BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job summary

Do you live in Buckinghamshire and seek an opportunity to advance your nursing career within a role that will help develop your professional decision making and skills. Why not try this new opportunity and join the Marlow Community Nursing Team (ACHT).

The post will involve working with healthcare assistants and clinicians to provide nursing interventions to patients in their home environment, maximising their independence and providing care to avoid hospital admission as well as facilitating discharges from the acute.

You must be innovative in your approach and willing to work with other members of the integrated team and ward staff to ensure a high quality service delivery. You must be willing to develop your own knowledge and skills, you will be supported in your personal development with training to extend your community nursing skills.

Experienced and newly qualified staff nurses will be considered for the post. 7 days a week shift pattern

Main duties of the job

• To contribute to processes for service and quality improvement
• Assess the physical and psycho-social needs of patients and delivertherapeutic interventions based on best available evidence in order to improve health outcomes.
• To manage own case load, delivering and evaluating service delivery to patients with a variety of medical conditions and those delegated by case managers.
• To plan interventions with the Case Manager and other team members using the common assessment process
• To take part in the referral management process to ensure patients are treated by the most appropriate member of the team/service
• To contribute to the development of protocols and procedures developed for clinical pathways

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We'recommitted to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued, and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum - pro rata for part time

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

434-CR8165547-A

Job locations

Marlow Health Centre

Glade Road

Marlow

SL7 1DJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.

If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application.

If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on [email protected] quoting the vacancy reference number.

Person Specification

EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION & TRAINING

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Awaiting NMC PIN

Desirable

• Evidence of further continued professional development
• Post qualification experience in relevant speciality
• Hold / be working towards an NMC approved mentoring qualification

EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Ability to understand the role of a registered nurse
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Awareness of current professional nursing issues
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality

Desirable

• Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting

SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to negotiate
• Ability to manage and prioritise own caseload with supervision
• Ability to solve problems and use initiative
• Ability to develop clinical skills
• Willingness to undergo training (e.g. medications)
• Basic IT skills
• Knowledge of the NMC code of conduct
• Ability to maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care
• Adaptable to change
• Ability to work rotating shifts
• Diplomatic approach with professionalism
• Flexible and approachable

Desirable

• Willingness to develop teaching skills
• Awareness of the NHSE guidance of clinical governance in order to continuously improve quality of care e.g. quality, safety and ward audit standards
• Knowledge of care planning, preceptorship, reflection and clinical supervision

SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES

Desirable

• Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary

Person Specification EDUCATION, QUALIFICATION & TRAINING Essential Registered Nurse/Awaiting NMC PIN Desirable Evidence of further continued professional development Post qualification experience in relevant speciality Hold / be working towards an NMC approved mentoring qualification EXPERIENCE Essential Ability to understand the role of a registered nurse Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative Awareness of current professional nursing issues Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit/quality Desirable Post registration experience working in an acute hospital setting SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE Essential Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to negotiate Ability to manage and prioritise own caseload with supervision Ability to solve problems and use initiative Ability to develop clinical skills Willingness to undergo training (e.g. medications) Basic IT skills Knowledge of the NMC code of conduct Ability to maintain a safe clinical environment conducive to patient care Adaptable to change Ability to work rotating shifts Diplomatic approach with professionalism Flexible and approachable Desirable Willingness to develop teaching skills Awareness of the NHSE guidance of clinical governance in order to continuously improve quality of care e.g. quality, safety and ward audit standards Knowledge of care planning, preceptorship, reflection and clinical supervision SPECIAL CIRCUMSTANCES Desirable Able to travel to other sites and off site as necessary

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Marlow Health Centre

Glade Road

Marlow

SL7 1DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Marlow Health Centre

Glade Road

Marlow

SL7 1DJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

How would you like to work as part of a high performing Health Visiting Service in the beautiful county of Buckinghamshire?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Community Staff Nurse to join the Amersham Health Visiting team.

Main duties of the job

Bespoke training will provide support and ensure competencies within the role. You will be pro-active, have good communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrate an understanding of the public health role within health visiting.An induction programme will be provided for successful candidate to support their transition into the community health visiting team. Candidates do not need to have experience of working within the health visiting service but do require knowledge and understanding of the current health visiting service and safeguarding practice. The successful applicant may have the opportunity to apply for Health Visitor training.

To meet the requirements of this post you are required to be able to drive between different community localities.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - https://bit.ly/3DNEQfD

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.

We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.

We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.

As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.

Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.

What do we stand for?

Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.

Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.

Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job summary

Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post.

The postholder will contribute to the provision of occupational therapy services within Bexley, for community mental health service users, working alongside the Occupational Therapist's (OT) within all community mental health teams to enable service users to reach their recovery potential, this role will specifically focus on supporting clients to engage in meaningful activities via group and one to one intervention, also including social inclusion. Promoting access to community resources and building social networks.

Main duties of the job

Under the supervision of a registered Occupational Therapist (OT) the postholder will:

• Work as part of the Community Mental Health OT team
• Use technical, creative, sports and psychosocial skills to deliver occupational therapy intervention. This will be service user centred that will include groups and individual sessions to service users who experience mental health difficulties.
• Focus on social inclusion and skills development.
• Work autonomously under the guidance of community Mental Health Occupational therapists to implement treatment for service users with mental health issues impacting upon function. This will entail both group and 1-1 work.
• Provide treatment in accordance with individualised care plans under the supervision of an occupational therapist
• Support service users to build physical activity and community activities into their daily activities and routine, that are designed to support recovery and independence as directed by the occupational therapist.
• Report any safety or security concerns in order to maintain the safety of service users, staff and others.
• Take part in regular supervision and appraisal and participate in mandatory training
• Participate in multi-disciplinary working by exchanging appropriate information with service users, staff, carers. Maintaining adherence to data protection guidance and confidentiality at all times.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.

We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as theBractonCentre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.

Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,630 to £32,346 a year pa inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

277-8087281-CMH-A

Job locations

Erith Centre

Park Crescent

Erith

DA8 3EE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

• To work effectively as a member of a team in providing groups that are community based therapeutic activities, this post aims to focus on promoting meaningful in the community. To use technical, creative, psychosocial and daily living skills to engage clients in therapeutic activities to promote independence, well-being and social inclusion. Under supervision of a registered OT, facilitate/co-facilitate planned community group work and individual activities.
• Engage in ongoing continuous assessment and treatment and adjust own clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users. Contribute to formal OT assessments, under guidance of a registered OT and provide feedback on clients occupational functioning. Assist in the implementation, evaluation and modification of OT and team interventions. Under supervision of a registered OT, instruct and support service users to achieve their goals. Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service.

Communication

• To form professional relationships with service users, who often exhibit challenging behaviour, and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture. To report effectively to the team on service users performance/progress in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure. To communicate appropriately with carers.

Documentation

• To ensure that up to date written and electronic and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards. To open referrals and follow operational policy to managing caseload. To follow the processes for addressing complaints and incidents.

Professional

• To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and all other relevant policies and procedures.

Leadership, supervision &appraisal

• In line with Trust guidelines, review and reflect on your own practise and performance through regular participation in professional supervision and personal development reviews.

Training staff &students

• To participate in the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting.

Servicedevelopment &delivery

• To participate in and contribute to the development of the OT service across the Service.

Professionaldevelopment

• To undertake relevant activities to meet personal development objectives identified with your supervisor. To develop and maintain a CPD portfolio.
• To keep a record of your training and development activities. To participate in and contribute to the MDT Clinical Development Meetings

Clinicalgovernance,quality, standards

• Participate in clinical governance activities i.e. critical appraisal, peer review. To have knowledge of risk assessment and management and incorporate these principles into your practice.

Linemanagement,staff, budgets

• To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance. To be responsible for equipment and supplies and where appropriate the management of petty cash.

Physical & MentalEffort

• Complex workload within a busy department

Research & practice development

• As part of a team, incorporate up-to-date techniques and ideas of positive practise into your programme. Under the supervision of a qualified OT utilise evidence based practice in your everyday work. To participate in OT/team audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your supervisor.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To work effectively as a member of a team in providing groups that are community based therapeutic activities, this post aims to focus on promoting meaningful in the community. To use technical, creative, psychosocial and daily living skills to engage clients in therapeutic activities to promote independence, well-being and social inclusion. Under supervision of a registered OT, facilitate/co-facilitate planned community group work and individual activities. Engage in ongoing continuous assessment and treatment and adjust own clinical interventions based on the fluctuating needs of the service users. Contribute to formal OT assessments, under guidance of a registered OT and provide feedback on clients occupational functioning. Assist in the implementation, evaluation and modification of OT and team interventions. Under supervision of a registered OT, instruct and support service users to achieve their goals. Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. Communication To form professional relationships with service users, who often exhibit challenging behaviour, and communicate with them in a way that respects their views, autonomy and culture. To report effectively to the team on service users performance/progress in areas of self-maintenance, productivity and leisure. To communicate appropriately with carers. Documentation To ensure that up to date written and electronic and activity data are maintained in accordance with professional and Trust standards. To open referrals and follow operational policy to managing caseload. To follow the processes for addressing complaints and incidents. Professional To adhere to the COT Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct and all other relevant policies and procedures. Leadership, supervision &appraisal In line with Trust guidelines, review and reflect on your own practise and performance through regular participation in professional supervision and personal development reviews. Training staff &students To participate in the induction, training and education of students and other staff in this setting. Servicedevelopment &delivery To participate in and contribute to the development of the OT service across the Service. Professionaldevelopment To undertake relevant activities to meet personal development objectives identified with your supervisor. To develop and maintain a CPD portfolio. To keep a record of your training and development activities. To participate in and contribute to the MDT Clinical Development Meetings Clinicalgovernance,quality, standards Participate in clinical governance activities i.e. critical appraisal, peer review. To have knowledge of risk assessment and management and incorporate these principles into your practice. Linemanagement,staff, budgets To exercise good personal time management, punctuality and consistent reliable attendance. To be responsible for equipment and supplies and where appropriate the management of petty cash. Physical & MentalEffort Complex workload within a busy department Research & practice development As part of a team, incorporate up-to-date techniques and ideas of positive practise into your programme. Under the supervision of a qualified OT utilise evidence based practice in your everyday work. To participate in OT/team audit and evaluation activities as agreed with your supervisor.

Person Specification

Training & Qualification

Essential

• NVQ 3 qualification or equivalent training + experience

Experience

Essential

• At least 2 years experience of working with people in a caring setting/role

Desirable

• Experience of running groups

Skills/Abilities/Knowlege

Essential

• Good Communication skills
• Experience of working in a team
• Expression of interest in working within Occupational Therapy
• Good observation skills
• Group work skills
• Ability to work independently with supervision

Person Specification Training & Qualification Essential NVQ 3 qualification or equivalent training + experience Experience Essential At least 2 years experience of working with people in a caring setting/role Desirable Experience of running groups Skills/Abilities/Knowlege Essential Good Communication skills Experience of working in a team Expression of interest in working within Occupational Therapy Good observation skills Group work skills Ability to work independently with supervision

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).

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Erith Centre

Park Crescent

Erith

DA8 3EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Erith Centre

Park Crescent

Erith

DA8 3EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiasticClinical or Counselling Psychologistto join our CAMHS Tier 4 Alternative to Admission Day Hospital and Home Treatment service. Our service provides interventions for young people(ages 12-18) presentingwith complex mental health issuesincluding eating disorders, psychosis and mania, OCD and emotion dysregulationrequiring Tier-4 level care, but whobenefitfrom a more flexible,community basedapproach.

Working within an innovative and supportivemultidisciplinaryteamand supported by senior clinicians, you will deliver high-quality psychological assessment,formulationand evidence-based interventions. You will support with risk management and liaise with external agencies whererequired.You will contribute to the team's learning culture through supervision,mentoringand training, while championing diversity, inclusion, and trauma-informed, culturally sensitive practice to improve outcomes for service users and staff.

We arebased at WokinghamHospital but require the need for flexibility to support the delivery of our home treatment pathway.

Please note:We welcome applications fromfinal-yeartrainees, individuals who have completed all training requirements except their research portfolio, and those who have achieved their doctorate but are awaiting HCPC registration. Please review the job summary for full details of the conditions of appointment and include youranticipatedcompletion dates in your supporting information.

Main duties of the job

• Assessment andFormulation: Conduct clinical assessments and develop clear and detailed psychological formulation of the service user's presenting difficulties.

• Treatment Planning: In collaboration with the service user, carers,and multi-disciplinary colleagues, develop personalised treatment plans based on service user needs,assessment findings, formulation of the presenting problems, and evidence of effectivenessto support recoverygoalsand improve quality of life.

• Individual and GroupInterventions: Deliver evidence basedpsychologicalinterventions using a range ofmodels, specialisttechniques and modalities, and adapting interventions based on evolving needs and formulations.

• Collaboration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary team clinicians and multi-agency representatives to ensure the delivery of integrated andpsychologically informedcare, coordinating and leading this whenrequired.

• Supervision and Training: In line with experience and development plans, provide supervision and mentorship to junior clinicians and trainees, contributing to their professional development and enhancing theinterventionsthey offer.

• Research and Development:Regularly undertake applied research that contributes to the evidence base for clinical practice, as well asparticipating in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall effectiveness of services.

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

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£51,657 to £58,785 a year per annum ( Incl of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CFS782-B

Job locations

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for this role:

1.Post graduate doctoral qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent).

2.Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC)

3.Commitment to continuing professional development

4.Ability to travel independently between locations in Berkshire to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to contact Dr Louise Bradbury,Principal Clinical Psychologist on 0118 9046888 ; Email: [email protected] wholl be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for this role: 1.Post graduate doctoral qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent). 2.Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) 3.Commitment to continuing professional development 4.Ability to travel independently between locations in Berkshire to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to contact Dr Louise Bradbury,Principal Clinical Psychologist on 0118 9046888 ; Email: [email protected] wholl be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications/Training

Essential

• Postgraduate doctorate in clinical or counselling psychology (or equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas)
• Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• (Eligibility for) Chartered Membership of British Psychological Society (BPS)

Desirable

• Additional training and accreditations (or working towards these) in relevant therapeutic approaches or psychological models to reflect post qualification interests/ specialism (e.g., specific therapy models and accreditations, Health Psychology, Neuropsychology etc).

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of training and/or interest and knowledge in psychological models or therapeutic approaches relevant to the post
• Commitment to continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant accrediting body

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in evidence-based ways with services users (and their carers/families) presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse
• Experience of dealing with highly distressing or emotional circumstances, such as serious mental illness, child and sexual abuse, exploitation, and complex family dynamics
• Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environments
• Experience of service development and carrying out clinical audits, evaluative research and applying the findings
• Experience of working with, and addressing, issues of diversity, including experience of working with diversity, multiculturalism, and equality of access to the service

Desirable

• Experience of delivering teaching and training to staff
• Experience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring and structured guidance to other staff

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge, skills and abilities in the practice of assessment, formulation and intervention, relevant to the specialist modality and service area
• Knowledge and understanding of service evaluation, audit and research and how to undertake these activities in an NHS context, including how to implement learning
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, complex, technical and/or sensitive information to service users, their carers/families and other professional colleagues, both within and outside of an NHS setting
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to support, influence and engage with clinicians, stakeholders and service users to create change and improvement
• The ability and skills to act as an advocate for the service, to engage and foster positive relationships with all health professionals in promoting the good integration of the service within the wider health care system
• Advanced IT skills and the ability to navigate various systems and software packages (such as RiO, Outlook, databases, MS Office/Teams, One Consultation and the Internet)

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Able to work flexibly around working patterns as required
• Ability to travel independently between locations in Berkshire to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position

Person Specification Education/Qualifications/Training Essential Postgraduate doctorate in clinical or counselling psychology (or equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas) Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) (Eligibility for) Chartered Membership of British Psychological Society (BPS) Desirable Additional training and accreditations (or working towards these) in relevant therapeutic approaches or psychological models to reflect post qualification interests/ specialism (e.g., specific therapy models and accreditations, Health Psychology, Neuropsychology etc). Continuous Professional Development Essential Evidence of training and/or interest and knowledge in psychological models or therapeutic approaches relevant to the post Commitment to continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant accrediting body Experience Essential Experience of working in evidence-based ways with services users (and their carers/families) presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse Experience of dealing with highly distressing or emotional circumstances, such as serious mental illness, child and sexual abuse, exploitation, and complex family dynamics Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environments Experience of service development and carrying out clinical audits, evaluative research and applying the findings Experience of working with, and addressing, issues of diversity, including experience of working with diversity, multiculturalism, and equality of access to the service Desirable Experience of delivering teaching and training to staff Experience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring and structured guidance to other staff Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Essential Demonstrable knowledge, skills and abilities in the practice of assessment, formulation and intervention, relevant to the specialist modality and service area Knowledge and understanding of service evaluation, audit and research and how to undertake these activities in an NHS context, including how to implement learning Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, complex, technical and/or sensitive information to service users, their carers/families and other professional colleagues, both within and outside of an NHS setting Well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to support, influence and engage with clinicians, stakeholders and service users to create change and improvement The ability and skills to act as an advocate for the service, to engage and foster positive relationships with all health professionals in promoting the good integration of the service within the wider health care system Advanced IT skills and the ability to navigate various systems and software packages (such as RiO, Outlook, databases, MS Office/Teams, One Consultation and the Internet) Additional Requirements Essential Able to work flexibly around working patterns as required Ability to travel independently between locations in Berkshire to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road, Wokingham, Berkshire, RG41 2RE

Wokingham

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is a locum critical care consultant post offering an opportunity for excellent individuals to join the critical care team. We are looking for motivated colleagues to help us shape our future and work within the multi-disciplinary Critical Careteam across General Intensive Care (GICU), Outreach and Liver Intensive care (LITU), providing care high quality for critically ill patients.

The aim of this post is to provide fixed term consultant cover to King's Critical Care: adult critical care services at the Denmark Hill site. The post holder will join a large team of Intensivists within the Trust to ensure expert critical care provision on a rotational basis. The current job-plan is annualised over a 42-week rota and will expect the post-holder to provide cover across critical care on a flexible basis. The Critical Care areas to be covered are outlined in a separate document available on request.The post holder will be required to undertake periods of resident and non-resident critical care duties.

Main duties of the job

The post is based on a 9:1 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) to Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) job plan. The SPA allocation is intended to support continuing professional development, appraisal, revalidation and mandatory professional requirements associated with consultant practice. Further details regarding the allocation of Direct Clinical Care (DCC) Programmed Activities and an indicative job plan can be provided upon request.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. In June 2026, we launched our new strategy for 2026-31. Our vision is to transform healthcare, and we have agreed six strategic ambitions to help us improve care for patients, and the working lives of our staff.

Our six strategic ambitions are delivering high-quality patient care; creating a great place to work; leading pioneering research, innovation and education; building strong and successful partnerships; providing timely and efficient care; and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.

We have also agreed four new organisational values - Caring, Collaborative, Inclusive, Innovative - and these underpin everything we do, and how our teams interact with the patients under our care.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Dependant on experience

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

213-MED-DH-8255693

Job locations

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post is based on a 9:1 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) to Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) job plan. Further details regarding the allocation of Direct Clinical Care (DCC) Programmed Activities and an indicative job plan can be provided upon request.

Clinical Responsibilities

Provide consultant-led clinical care for critically ill adult patients across GICU, LITU and the iMobile (critical care outreach) service, ensuring safe, effective and evidence-based management.

Assess, diagnose and manage patients with complex multi-organ failure, critical illness and acute deterioration requiring intensive care support.

Lead daily multidisciplinary ward rounds and contribute to the development, review and implementation of individualised treatment plans.

Deliver timely senior decision-making regarding admission to, discharge from and transfer between critical care services.

Provide specialist critical care advice and support to inpatient, emergency and specialist teams across the Trust.

Support the assessment and management of deteriorating patients and second opinions through the iMobile service, facilitating early intervention and escalation of care where appropriate.

Contribute to consultant-delivered emergency and out-of-hours critical care services, including participation in the consultant on-call rota.

Support end-of-life care, treatment escalation planning and discussions with patients and families regarding goals of care and complex clinical decision-making.

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with national standards, professional guidance and Trust policies relating to critical care practice.

Provide clinical supervision to resident doctors, ACCPs, nurses and AHPs.

Offer professional advice and support to multidisciplinary team members.

Continuing Professional Development and Revalidation

Maintain professional knowledge and clinical competence through participation in continuing professional development activities relevant to critical care medicine and associated specialist services.

Engage in annual appraisal processes and maintain a portfolio of evidence to support GMC revalidation requirements.

Maintain awareness of developments in intensive care medicine, liver critical care, patient safety and healthcare policy to support high-quality patient care.

Contribute to reflective practice and identify personal development objectives aligned to individual, departmental and organisational priorities.

Participate in mandatory training and statutory requirements necessary to maintain professional registration and clinical practice.

General

• The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.
• To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.
• We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued.
• Knowledge and commitment to our values at King's:

Caring we put patients and their families first and show compassion and respect in every interaction with them, as well as with one another.

Collaborative across all of our hospitals and services, we work as one team with partners and our communities, to deliver the best possible outcomes.

Inclusive we celebrate diversity, listening to different voices and creating a culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

Innovative we constantly seek new ideas and smarter ways of working to improve care, research and education.

• To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.
• To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.
• This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.
• All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication.
• Everyone is responsible for promoting inclusion no matter their role or team. At Kings, we want to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and welcomed

Safe Guarding

The Trust takes the issues of Safeguarding Children, Adults and addressing Domestic Abuse very seriously. All employees have a responsibilityto support the organisation in our duties by;

• attending mandatory training on safeguarding children and adults
• familiarising themselves with the Trust's processes for reporting concerns
• reportingany safeguarding child or adult concerns appropriately

Infection Control Statement

The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene procedures and requirements when in clinical areas.

The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role.

These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times.

Job description Job responsibilities The post is based on a 9:1 Direct Clinical Care (DCC) to Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) job plan. Further details regarding the allocation of Direct Clinical Care (DCC) Programmed Activities and an indicative job plan can be provided upon request. Clinical Responsibilities Provide consultant-led clinical care for critically ill adult patients across GICU, LITU and the iMobile (critical care outreach) service, ensuring safe, effective and evidence-based management. Assess, diagnose and manage patients with complex multi-organ failure, critical illness and acute deterioration requiring intensive care support. Lead daily multidisciplinary ward rounds and contribute to the development, review and implementation of individualised treatment plans. Deliver timely senior decision-making regarding admission to, discharge from and transfer between critical care services. Provide specialist critical care advice and support to inpatient, emergency and specialist teams across the Trust. Support the assessment and management of deteriorating patients and second opinions through the iMobile service, facilitating early intervention and escalation of care where appropriate. Contribute to consultant-delivered emergency and out-of-hours critical care services, including participation in the consultant on-call rota. Support end-of-life care, treatment escalation planning and discussions with patients and families regarding goals of care and complex clinical decision-making. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and ensure compliance with national standards, professional guidance and Trust policies relating to critical care practice. Provide clinical supervision to resident doctors, ACCPs, nurses and AHPs. Offer professional advice and support to multidisciplinary team members. Continuing Professional Development and Revalidation Maintain professional knowledge and clinical competence through participation in continuing professional development activities relevant to critical care medicine and associated specialist services. Engage in annual appraisal processes and maintain a portfolio of evidence to support GMC revalidation requirements. Maintain awareness of developments in intensive care medicine, liver critical care, patient safety and healthcare policy to support high-quality patient care. Contribute to reflective practice and identify personal development objectives aligned to individual, departmental and organisational priorities. Participate in mandatory training and statutory requirements necessary to maintain professional registration and clinical practice. General The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post. To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations. We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued. Knowledge and commitment to our values at King's: Caring we put patients and their families first and show compassion and respect in every interaction with them, as well as with one another. Collaborative across all of our hospitals and services, we work as one team with partners and our communities, to deliver the best possible outcomes. Inclusive we celebrate diversity, listening to different voices and creating a culture where everyone feels they belong and can thrive. Innovative we constantly seek new ideas and smarter ways of working to improve care, research and education. To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff. To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues. This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder. All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication. Everyone is responsible for promoting inclusion no matter their role or team. At Kings, we want to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and welcomed Safe Guarding The Trust takes the issues of Safeguarding Children, Adults and addressing Domestic Abuse very seriously. All employees have a responsibilityto support the organisation in our duties by; attending mandatory training on safeguarding children and adults familiarising themselves with the Trust's processes for reporting concerns reportingany safeguarding child or adult concerns appropriately Infection Control Statement The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene procedures and requirements when in clinical areas. The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role. These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registerable medical qualification
• FFICM or equivalent e.g. EDIC

Desirable

• FRCA, MRCP, MRCEM or equivalent
• Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD, PhD, MSc)

Registration

Essential

• Full Registration with GMC
• Name on GMC Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment

Training and Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in all aspects of Critical Care (including the management of polytrauma, acute neurology, neurosurgical cardiothoracic and haematological emergencies)
• Practical skill set as appropriate for Critical Care medicine (bronchoscopy, tracheostomy, echocardiography etc.)
• Extended experience (> 12 months) in advanced Liver critical care and Liver Transplantation
• ALS accredited

Desirable

• Liver critical care fellowship
• ATLS or APLS accredited.
• Management of Difficult Airway.
• Anaesthesia in remote environments
• FUSIC and FICE accredited
• Experience with obstetric emergencies
• Experience of transfer medicine
• Experience with Adolescent medicine

Management and Leadership

Essential

• Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams

Desirable

• Management course and/or qualification
• Experience of development of clinical guidelines

Audit and Quality Improvement

Essential

• Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement.
• Must have undertaken and completed and supervised audit projects and able to demonstrate ability to lead change.

Desirable

• Audit/QI Publications
• Organisation of Audit/Journal Clubs and Morbidity & Mortality Meetings.

Research and Publications

Essential

• Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research.
• Publication of relevant review articles or case reports

Desirable

• Evidence of research in liver disease, liver critical care or liver transplantation
• Post graduate formal research qualification
• Evidence of research involving large data or artificial intelligence

Job specific criteria

Essential

• This locum is a vacant post and requires the applicant to be able to start by October 2026 or sooner

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registerable medical qualification FFICM or equivalent e.g. EDIC Desirable FRCA, MRCP, MRCEM or equivalent Other higher degree or diploma (e.g., MD, PhD, MSc) Registration Essential Full Registration with GMC Name on GMC Specialist Register on date of taking up appointment Training and Experience Essential Wide experience in all aspects of Critical Care (including the management of polytrauma, acute neurology, neurosurgical cardiothoracic and haematological emergencies) Practical skill set as appropriate for Critical Care medicine (bronchoscopy, tracheostomy, echocardiography etc.) Extended experience (> 12 months) in advanced Liver critical care and Liver Transplantation ALS accredited Desirable Liver critical care fellowship ATLS or APLS accredited. Management of Difficult Airway. Anaesthesia in remote environments FUSIC and FICE accredited Experience with obstetric emergencies Experience of transfer medicine Experience with Adolescent medicine Management and Leadership Essential Able to demonstrate leadership capability within multi-disciplinary teams Desirable Management course and/or qualification Experience of development of clinical guidelines Audit and Quality Improvement Essential Thorough understanding of principles of medical audit and quality improvement. Must have undertaken and completed and supervised audit projects and able to demonstrate ability to lead change. Desirable Audit/QI Publications Organisation of Audit/Journal Clubs and Morbidity & Mortality Meetings. Research and Publications Essential Experience of conducting or supporting clinical research. Publication of relevant review articles or case reports Desirable Evidence of research in liver disease, liver critical care or liver transplantation Post graduate formal research qualification Evidence of research involving large data or artificial intelligence Job specific criteria Essential This locum is a vacant post and requires the applicant to be able to start by October 2026 or sooner

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Denmark Hill

London

SE5 9RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker plays a key role within the Acute Receiving Unit (ARU) and Emergency Medical Receiving Unit (EMRU), working across both clinical areas to support the assessment, monitoring, and care of patients presenting with acute medical conditions. The post holder will provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients during the early stages of their hospital journey, ensuring their safety, comfort, and wellbeing in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of the multidisciplinary team, the post holder will support the rapid assessment and management of medical patients by undertaking delegated clinical duties, including carrying out and recording patient observations, performing ECGs, obtaining blood samples, supporting diagnostic investigations, and recognising and escalating changes in a patient's condition. They will assist with the timely transfer of patients between departments and contribute to effective patient flow across both units.

They will work closely with Registered Nurses and other healthcare professionals to facilitate timely assessment, treatment, and ongoing care.

The role supports the provision of high-quality acute medical services by maintaining high standards of patient safety, infection prevention and control, dignity, and respect across both the ARU and EMRU.

About us

Listen to why colleagues think we're a great place to work! BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk)

What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?

• As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.

Why work for us?

• We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
• A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families

What do we stand for?

• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.

Job summary

Are you a self-motivated, enthusiastic and conscientious administrator looking for a new opportunity?

Would you like to be part of a team that plays a crucial role in ensuring great patient/service user care to children, young people and their families/carers?

If so, we have the role for you. We are seeking administrators to join our 0-19 Healthy Child Programme working with other administrators and clinicians to support the 0-19 Healthy Child Programme service delivery.

Use of SystmOne would be advantageous, although training will be provided on our IT systems with support from your work colleagues.

The working days are Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9am - 5pm (office based only) at The Peacock Centre, Cambridge or The Oak Tree Centre, Huntingdon.

There may be a requirement to travel to other bases on occasions for meetings or training.

Why not click on the link to the Job Description and find out more about the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

*Please note that interviews can only be held in person*

Should we receive a high number of applications, we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 16th July 2026

Main duties of the job

The role of the HCP Administrator is to provide comprehensive administrative support to their locality team, including Health Visitors, School Nurses, Staff Nurses, Community Nursery Nurses and Assistant Practitioners, alongside supporting the functions of the SPA Duty Desk.

The role is varied and includes answering the telephone to service users and other professionals in an efficient and confident manner, documenting information onto SystmOne and planning and booking appointments for clinicians.

We are looking for people who are team players and will share the Trust values; Integrity, compassion, inclusion and ambition.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality, innovative services across most of the East of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

There's one reason why our services are outstanding - and that is our amazing staff - who rated us incredibly highly in the national staff survey.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro-rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-CCYP-8054546-A

Job locations

The Peacock Centre

Brookfields Hopital Campus, Mill Road

Cambridge

CB1 3DF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

The role of the administrator is to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Cambridgeshire 0-19 Healthy Child Programme team including Health Visitors, School Nurses, Public Health Practitioners, Community Nursery Nurses and Assistant Practitioners by performing a full range of administrative tasks, alongside supporting the function of the single point of access (SPA).

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Provide administrative support to the Healthy Child Programme clinical team within Cambridgeshire.

Administration for the locality, including sending letters to services users, updating SystmOne health records, actioning tasks, booking appointments.

Answering Single Point of Access (SPA) telephone calls from service users, the team, and other professionals and responding appropriately, sending tasks via SystmOne to the relevant task group.

Administration of the Cambridgeshire SystmOne units including accessing and updating SystmOne health records, monitoring tasks, setting up rotas, electronically attaching documents to service user health records on SystmOne.

Receiving and processing telephone calls, emails, correspondence, and other forms of contact from service users and professionals, handling these as required, to co-ordinate care according to agreed protocols and pathways. Recognising the extent of their competency and identifying when referral to a clinician is required in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures.

Recording details of all contacts with service users and other professionals using SystmOne and other systems as appropriate.

Completing administration tasks on SystmOne, including registering antenatal notifications, accepting electronic referrals, booking visits for Health Visitors, School Nurses, Public Health Practitioner, Community Nursery Nurses and Assistant Practitioners as required, e.g. new birth visit and health reviews, managing SystmOne task box, updating service user information.

Monitoring and ordering of stock and other items as required.

Booking interpreters as requested by clinicians and following up bookings as required

Attending and participating in the daily planning meeting, admin meetings and any other relevant meetings Microsoft Teams or Face to Face. Occasional minute taking.

Communication

Acting as first point of contact for service users and professionals and providing and receiving all communications efficiently and effectively, demonstrating a customer service attitude, especially where there may be barriers to understanding or contentious discussions.

Using tact and diplomacy to de-escalate emotive situations.

Acting in accordance with the Trusts complaint procedure where required.

Communicating positively with service users and their families, ensuring that all communications are appropriately directed.

Maintaining positive relationships and communicating with colleagues within the locality team.

The post holder will be required to handle sensitive information, such as staff personnel files, in a confidential manner.

Providing and receiving routine information from the following.

Managers at all levels throughout East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust

i. EEC employeesii. Service usersiii. Contribute to EEC internal communication strategies effective two-way communication and engagement within the organisation.

People Management

Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal.

Demonstrating their own work practices to administrative staff new to the service.

Clinical and Practice Governance

Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.

Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed, or transferred electronically must be undertaken regarding the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies.

The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures

Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust.

The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required

The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.

Job description Job responsibilities Job Purpose: The role of the administrator is to provide comprehensive administrative support to the Cambridgeshire 0-19 Healthy Child Programme team including Health Visitors, School Nurses, Public Health Practitioners, Community Nursery Nurses and Assistant Practitioners by performing a full range of administrative tasks, alongside supporting the function of the single point of access (SPA). Main Duties and Responsibilities Provide administrative support to the Healthy Child Programme clinical team within Cambridgeshire. Administration for the locality, including sending letters to services users, updating SystmOne health records, actioning tasks, booking appointments. Answering Single Point of Access (SPA) telephone calls from service users, the team, and other professionals and responding appropriately, sending tasks via SystmOne to the relevant task group. Administration of the Cambridgeshire SystmOne units including accessing and updating SystmOne health records, monitoring tasks, setting up rotas, electronically attaching documents to service user health records on SystmOne. Receiving and processing telephone calls, emails, correspondence, and other forms of contact from service users and professionals, handling these as required, to co-ordinate care according to agreed protocols and pathways. Recognising the extent of their competency and identifying when referral to a clinician is required in accordance with agreed standard operating procedures. Recording details of all contacts with service users and other professionals using SystmOne and other systems as appropriate. Completing administration tasks on SystmOne, including registering antenatal notifications, accepting electronic referrals, booking visits for Health Visitors, School Nurses, Public Health Practitioner, Community Nursery Nurses and Assistant Practitioners as required, e.g. new birth visit and health reviews, managing SystmOne task box, updating service user information. Monitoring and ordering of stock and other items as required. Booking interpreters as requested by clinicians and following up bookings as required Attending and participating in the daily planning meeting, admin meetings and any other relevant meetings Microsoft Teams or Face to Face. Occasional minute taking. Communication Acting as first point of contact for service users and professionals and providing and receiving all communications efficiently and effectively, demonstrating a customer service attitude, especially where there may be barriers to understanding or contentious discussions. Using tact and diplomacy to de-escalate emotive situations. Acting in accordance with the Trusts complaint procedure where required. Communicating positively with service users and their families, ensuring that all communications are appropriately directed. Maintaining positive relationships and communicating with colleagues within the locality team. The post holder will be required to handle sensitive information, such as staff personnel files, in a confidential manner. Providing and receiving routine information from the following. Managers at all levels throughout East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust i. EEC employeesii. Service usersiii. Contribute to EEC internal communication strategies effective two-way communication and engagement within the organisation. People Management Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal. Demonstrating their own work practices to administrative staff new to the service. Clinical and Practice Governance Observe and maintain strict confidentiality with regards to any patient/family/staff/records and information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. Any data that is taken/shared as part of a phone call or transported, faxed, or transferred electronically must be undertaken regarding the Trust Information Governance and Information Security policies. The post holder must adhere to the Trust risk assessment and risk management processes The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures Undertake mandatory training and any other training relevant to the role as required by East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust. The post holder must participate in clinical and safeguarding audits as required The post holder is required to participate in relevant emergency preparedness process for their team.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• NVQ in Administration or equivalent experience (GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English; NVQ level 3 or above)

Experience

Essential

• Within an administrative role,Using Microsoft Office programmes such as Word, Outlook and Excel
• Call handling in a busy office environment
• Using own initiative to prioritise workloads
• Working as part of a team

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne
• Experience of working within children's services or in an NHS environment
• Collating and monitoring data

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills with a friendly, professional manner
• Able to communicate verbally and through other media such as emails
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to use initiative without close supervision
• Work flexibly as part of a team

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential NVQ in Administration or equivalent experience (GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English; NVQ level 3 or above) Experience Essential Within an administrative role,Using Microsoft Office programmes such as Word, Outlook and Excel Call handling in a busy office environment Using own initiative to prioritise workloads Working as part of a team Desirable Knowledge of SystmOne Experience of working within children's services or in an NHS environment Collating and monitoring data Knowledge & Skills Essential Excellent communication skills with a friendly, professional manner Able to communicate verbally and through other media such as emails Excellent time management skills Ability to use initiative without close supervision Work flexibly as part of a team

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).

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

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

The Peacock Centre

Brookfields Hopital Campus, Mill Road

Cambridge

CB1 3DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

The Peacock Centre

Brookfields Hopital Campus, Mill Road

Cambridge

CB1 3DF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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