Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful. ABOUT YOU People in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards' If you'd like to use your can-do approach and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Main duties of the job

As a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful. People in a General Assistant role come from all walks of life and have all kinds of life experiences and career paths behind them. You'll be a big part of our home so what matters is that you're reliable, compassionate, caring and always ready to make a difference. You should be practical too, happy to turn your hand to different tasks. If you have all of this, our training will cover everything else you need to thrive. You'll also have the opportunity to take courses that will develop your skills even further. As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of care services, known for offering quality care to their residents. At Barchester care homes, the aim is to provide a warm, homely and caring environment where residents feel valued. This is achieved through a team of dedicated staff who are compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a difference in the residents' lives. At Barchester, training and development are provided to all roles, ensuring that staff have the skills needed to succeed and provide the best possible care. The organisation values its employees and offers a generous benefits package that includes free training, development opportunities, wellbeing support, a range of retail discounts and a 'Refer a Friend' bonus scheme. Recognizing the hard work of its employees, Barchester also provides Employee of the Month rewards and Long Service Awards. Working at Barchester is an opportunity to use your skills in an environment that values quality care and supports its staff.

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills. ABOUT YOU When you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend

Main duties of the job

As a Regional Kitchen Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you play an essential role by helping to deliver first-class food and hospitality, crucial for providing exceptional care to our residents. Your work ensures that our residents enjoy a healthy, nutritious diet, which is a vital part of their wellbeing. The position offers a fulfilling opportunity to assist in meal production and enhance the dining experience, with the added benefit of interactions with residents to elevate their hospitality experience. While formal qualifications aren't mandatory, prior experience in a commercial kitchen or care setting is advantageous. Due to the regional nature of the role, access to transportation is needed. Benefits include competitive pay, access to training, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and more, recognizing your vital contribution to resident care.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services with a focus on delivering exceptional all-round care to residents within its network of care homes. Known for its dedication to maintaining the highest standards of care, Barchester Healthcare prioritizes the wellbeing of its residents, offering comprehensive services that include nutritious dining experiences and personalized support. The organization supports and values its staff, offering sector-leading benefits and development opportunities to ensure a positive and rewarding work environment. Barchester's commitment extends beyond care, aiming to create a hospitable environment where residents can thrive and enjoy their daily lives with individualized attention and support.

Details

Date posted

03 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1545649369

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one.REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards + Mileage paid from place of work.

And so much more!If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one.REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards + Mileage paid from place of work.And so much more!If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• No formal qualifications required, but experience in a commercial or care setting is useful. Access to transportation is necessary.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential No formal qualifications required, but experience in a commercial or care setting is useful. Access to transportation is 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Housekeeping Assistant at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Housekeeping Assistant will be to work as part of a team, ensuring that all standards of cleanliness and laundry are maintained in the home. You will operate according to our standard operating procedures for housekeep

Main duties of the job

The Housekeeping Assistant role at Avery Healthcare involves being part of a team responsible for maintaining high standards of cleanliness and laundry in a care home setting. You'll work according to standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry, ensuring hotel service standards are maintained. Duties include carrying out cleaning tasks as per worksheet instructions, understanding the cleaning requirements for different surfaces, and respecting residents' personal spaces. The ideal candidate should demonstrate caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable values, have knowledge of Health and Safety, experience in laundry cleaning in public settings, and show compassion in housekeeping services delivery.

About us

Avery Healthcare is a prominent provider of luxury elderly care homes in the UK. Known for creating rewarding work environments, Avery Healthcare focuses on enriching the later years of residents' lives through exceptional care and meaningful experiences. Their mission is encapsulated in their vision of "creating meaningful lives together," which supports both residents and employees. With a network of over 100 homes, Avery fosters a supportive and inspiring work atmosphere, ensuring staff feel valued and empowered. The company's commitment to high-quality care makes it a preferred choice for both residents and team members.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.72 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

1545569815

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Housekeeping Assistant at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus asHousekeepingAssistant will be to work as part of a team, ensuring that all standards of cleanliness and laundry aremaintainedin the home. You willoperateaccording to our standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry, ensuring that hotel service standards aremaintained.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Carrying out all cleaning dutiesin accordance withworksheetinstructions.
• Understandingthe cleaning requirements of different surfaces and coverings and the properties of cleaning materials, ensuring that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition.
• Ensuring that all residents are treated with dignity and respect and that their personal space and belongings are always respected.

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ABOUT YOU

To succeed in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all you do.

Our ideal candidatemusthave:

• Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting.
• Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents.
• The ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Housekeeping Assistant at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus asHousekeepingAssistant will be to work as part of a team, ensuring that all standards of cleanliness and laundry aremaintainedin the home. You willoperateaccording to our standard operating procedures for housekeeping and laundry, ensuring that hotel service standards aremaintained.Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Carrying out all cleaning dutiesin accordance withworksheetinstructions. Understandingthe cleaning requirements of different surfaces and coverings and the properties of cleaning materials, ensuring that all areas are well presented and maintained in good condition. Ensuring that all residents are treated with dignity and respect and that their personal space and belongings are always respected..ABOUT YOUTo succeed in your application, you will live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful and accountable in all you do.Our ideal candidatemusthave: Knowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Experience of cleaning laundry in a public setting. Demonstrate compassion and commitment to the delivery of high-quality housekeeping/laundry service to residents. The ability to be adaptive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities at short notice.ABOUT AVERYAt Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require: ADBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of Health and Safety including Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Experience of cleaning laundry in public settings. Ability to be adaptive and flexible in covering a range of responsibilities.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Knowledge of Health and Safety including Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Experience of cleaning laundry in public settings. Ability to be adaptive and flexible in covering a range of responsibilities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

• Support project and intervention delivery.
• Assist with the practical rollout of medicines value interventions and prescribing support tools.
• Help maintain implementation packs, communication materials and tracking documents.
• Undertake follow up actions and support operational tasks across practices and providers.

Main duties of the job

• Support delivery of the NHS Strategic Commissioning Framework and LNR Operating Model.
• Data processing and basic analysisCollect and organise prescribing data, audit results and activity information. Support maintenance of simple dashboards, trackers and logs. Highlight anomalies or issues to the Band 6 technician or 8a pharmacist.
• Audit and quality support Conduct structured audit activities, repeat prescribing checks and formulary adherence reviews as directed. Ensure accurate documentation and data entry for monitoring purposes. Support gathering evidence for assurance reports.
• Stakeholder and communication support Assistwith liaising between teams, coordinating meetings and managing documentation. Support dissemination of updated formulary information, prescribingguidanceand technical materials. Facilitate engagement sessions andmaintaineffective communications with practices and PCNs.
• Administration and programme support Manage resources, shared folders, action logs and operational documentation. Support programme coordination tasks to ensure projects run smoothly. Escalate operational issues promptly.

About us

Working for our Integrated Care Boards will require you contributing to a shared purpose of improving outcomes for the communities we serve as part of a wider health and social care system. The organisation's ethos is rooted in integrity, collaboration and accountability, with a strong focus on putting its patient population at the centre of everything it does and delivering services to improve patient outcomes, patient experience and added years of optimised health. As part of the newly formed cluster bringing together NHS Northamptonshire ICB and NHS Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland ICB, staff are expected to work flexibly and collaboratively across organisational boundaries to support a joined-up approach to strategic commissioning and service improvement. There is an expectation of 40% on patch working, with office bases at County Hall, Glenfield, Leicester and Haylock House, Kettering. Staff can choose which office is their primary base for contractual purposes and travel claims.

This role will require a minimum of 2 days 'on patch' working in Leicestershire, Northamptonshire and Rutland in our 2 main offices or partner sites

Job summary

We're looking for a highly motivated Consultant Haematologist to join our friendly and dynamic department at Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, part of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire Group.

You'll work alongside four experienced Consultant Haematologists to deliver comprehensive general and BSH Level 2b Haemato-oncology care, covering a broad spectrum of malignant and non-malignant haematology. This is a replacement post offering the chance to take ownership of specialist interests such as lymphoma, leukaemia, coagulation, or haemostasis.

Working alongside four Consultant Haematologists, you will provide consultant-led care across malignant and non-malignant haematology in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Opportunities exist to develop specialist interests including:

• Lymphoma
• Leukaemia
• Coagulation and Haemostasis
• Other areas aligned to service needs and personal expertise

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team including consultant colleagues, specialist nurses, pharmacists, laboratory staff, allied health professionals and administrative teams.

We can offer:

• Supportive and experienced consultant team
• Well-established Haematology service
• Opportunities for service development and leadership
• Modern laboratory and diagnostic support
• Access to teaching, research and quality improvement opportunities
• Potential route to a future substantive consultant appointment

Main duties of the job

You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality, consultant-led Haematology services for both inpatients and outpatients across North Northamptonshire and neighbouring regions. Working within an integrated MDT framework, you will:

• Provide expert care across general and malignant Haematology, including Haemato-oncology, coagulation, and transfusion services
• Participate in the 1:4 consultant on-call rota, with appropriate middle-grade support
• Lead and contribute to outpatient clinics, ward rounds, bone marrow lists, and the Haematology MDT
• Offer clinical advice and interpretation of Haematology investigations to medical colleagues across the Trust and in primary care
• Take an active role in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, with opportunities for involvement in research and clinical trials
• Participate in service development, bringing forward ideas for innovation and pathway improvement

You'll be joining a department that values professional growth, collaboration, and compassionate leadership. In return, you'll find autonomy, academic partnership, and a culture that puts patients -- and people -- first.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per Annum / Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

264-8153363-CSS-B

Job locations

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information. Details about the Trusts can be found in the additional Recruitment Pack.

Candidates must be on the specialist register or within 6 months of CCT

Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information. Details about the Trusts can be found in the additional Recruitment Pack. Candidates must be on the specialist register or within 6 months of CCT

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• FRCPath or equivalent qualification
• MRCP or equivalent qualifications
• MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification.
• Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practice) with the GMC (or eligible for registration within 6 months of interview)

Desirable

• Postgraduate Degree (MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent)
• Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or within 6 months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview

Knowledge / Experience

Essential

• Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of Haematological conditions
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients

Desirable

• clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Haematology

MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Effective Team worker, valuing the experience and contributing
• Demonstrable Team Leadership skills and experience

Desirable

• Understanding and experience of delivering organisational change

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AND RESEARCH

Desirable

• Publications in recognised Medicine / Medical Education Journals or Presentations at National Level
• Research experience relating to quality improvement

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Haematology
• High level Organisational Skills
• Communication Skills

Person Specification Qualification Essential FRCPath or equivalent qualification MRCP or equivalent qualifications MBBS, MBChB or equivalent medical qualification. Full and specialist registration (and a licence to practice) with the GMC (or eligible for registration within 6 months of interview) Desirable Postgraduate Degree (MSc, MD, PhD or equivalent) Holder of Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), or within 6 months of award of CCT or equivalent by date of interview Knowledge / Experience Essential Ability to offer expert clinical opinion on a range of Haematological conditions Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients Desirable clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Haematology MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE Essential Effective Team worker, valuing the experience and contributing Demonstrable Team Leadership skills and experience Desirable Understanding and experience of delivering organisational change ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AND RESEARCH Desirable Publications in recognised Medicine / Medical Education Journals or Presentations at National Level Research experience relating to quality improvement INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Essential Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Haematology High level Organisational Skills Communication Skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We believe our staff are our biggest asset. We want to develop a positive, inclusive, and caring culture that engages and inspires all our staff, with a clear focus on improvement. We are looking for highly motivated flexible individual to join the large welcoming Housekeeping Team as aHousekeeping Supervisor.

This will be a full time position of 37.5 hours per week; successful candidates will need to be able to work flexible hours to meet the needs of a 7 day service over a 12 week roster working shifts between 07:00-22:00 this position also involves working 2 weekends in every month.

There is also a requirement to travel to other off site premises that are part of Kettering General hospital.

Shift times are as follows :

07:00-15:00 any 5 days from 7

11:00-19:00 any 5 days from 7

14:00-22:00 any 5 days from 7

Main duties of the job

The successful candidates will need to have proven knowledge of delivering a successful housekeeping service, previous supervisory experience would be an advantage.

The successful candidate will be expected to have a continued presence on all clinical areas of the Trust ensuring continued support to the housekeeping team.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Details

Date posted

02 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

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

264-8100104-COR

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Education, Training & Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ in Cleaning or equivalent experience
• Level 2 in IT
• Level 2 or equivalent in English literacy skills
• Level 2 in English Numeracy Skills
• Educated to level 2 or equivalent level of education, training or experience.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working/supervising in a cleaning environment
• Previous supervisory management experience
• Knowledge of Health and Safety
• Knowledge of National Standards of Cleanliness

Desirable

• Previous Hospital/NHS cleaning experience

Skills

Essential

• Understanding of COSHH
• Prioritising own and others' workload
• Use of cleaning equipment and chemicals (COSHH)

Desirable

• Experience in the use of recognised cleaning software audit packages

Person Specification Education, Training & Qualifications Essential NVQ in Cleaning or equivalent experience Level 2 in IT Level 2 or equivalent in English literacy skills Level 2 in English Numeracy Skills Educated to level 2 or equivalent level of education, training or experience. Knowledge & Experience Essential Previous experience of working/supervising in a cleaning environment Previous supervisory management experience Knowledge of Health and Safety Knowledge of National Standards of Cleanliness Desirable Previous Hospital/NHS cleaning experience Skills Essential Understanding of COSHH Prioritising own and others' workload Use of cleaning equipment and chemicals (COSHH) Desirable Experience in the use of recognised cleaning software audit packages

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic, motivated and ambitious Senior Pharmacy Assistants to join our dynamic team working flexible bank shifts. The post holder must be keen to learn and develop with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

The successful candidate will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently within a multi-disciplinary team. A flexible and adaptable approach to work and a commitment to self development are essential

**Please note, this is a bank position and Shifts are available Monday to Friday between the hours of 08:30 and 17:30.**

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for specific activities in pharmacy stores, dispensary and ward-based medicines management.

To dispense medicines to inpatients, outpatients and day cases, provide technical support to ward based clinical pharmacy technicians and provide medicines topping up services to wards.

To ensure a patient centric approach to all activities undertaken by the pharmacy department.

To ensure the quality assurance agenda is embedded into all aspects of work undertaken by all staff both in the Pharmacy and at ward level.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Band 5 Pharmacy Technician to join our pharmacy bank team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across both ward-based clinical services and the pharmacy dispensary, providing a varied role that will allow you to use and develop a broad range of pharmacy skills.

You will work as part of the multidisciplinary team on the wards, supporting the safe and effective use of medicines, while also contributing to the provision of a high-quality and efficient dispensing service.

The successful candidate will be a qualified Pharmacy Technician with excellent communication and organisational skills, a commitment to patient-centred care, and the ability to work confidently both independently and as part of a wider pharmacy and multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

This role offers the opportunity to work across a varied pharmacy service, developing and maintaining skills in both clinical medicines management and dispensary practice. Bank working provides flexibility while allowing you to make a valuable contribution to patient care and the wider pharmacy team.

If you are a motivated Pharmacy Technician who enjoys a varied role and is committed to delivering safe, high-quality pharmacy services, we would be delighted to hear from you.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to work as a Bank Medical Laboratory Assistant in Specimen Reception and the Blood Sciences Laboratory as required.

Your duties will include receipt, sorting and processing of samples. Entering requests onto the laboratory computer system, Telepath. Previous NHS and laboratory experience is desirable, further training will be given.

Please be aware that although this is a laboratory post, this is not a training position for Biomedical Scientist.

Specimen Reception is within the Pathology Department at Kettering General Hospital.

Kettering General NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust are both part of the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group. Both hospitals are separate hospitals/employers with hospital board and leadership. We share a group executive team leading on a shared vision, mission, priorities, strategies and Dedicated to Excellence Values.

Please visit the following websites for more information about working for us:

• Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
• Best of Both Worlds Northamptonshire
• University Hospitals Northamptonshire NHS Group

Main duties of the job

Your duties will include receipt, sorting and processing of pathology samples and data entry of requests onto the laboratory computer system, Telepath. Waste disposal, unpacking deliveries and general equipment and laboratory maintenance. Other laboratory support tasks as required. Training will be provided. After training staff will need to be available to cover duties flexibly as per the advert but the priority will be between 4pm and 7pm Monday to Friday.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.

Our Excellence Values

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Integrity
• Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.

UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year pro rata/per annum

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

264-8251189-BANK

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1.Prioritisation (fast-tracking) of urgent specimens. Knowledge of request, sample type and analyser combinations needed to ensure correct specimen processing.

2. Solving of day-to-day problems, including mislabelled and lost specimens.

3. Keyboard entry of patient and specimen details onto laboratory computer system,ensuring accuracy of input.

4. Loading/unloading of specimens onto automated analysers. Storage of specimensaccording to written procedures.

5. Basic use of the analysers, following suitable training

6. Photocopying and general filing, including various request forms and collation ofresults from specialist external laboratories.

7. Daily checking of refrigerator and freezer temperatures.

8. Assistance with stock control to ensure supplies of specimen containers, labels andall consumables are available daily.

9. Participates in training of other laboratory assistants as required by supervisor

10.Disposal of laboratory waste. General cleaning and disinfection duties.

11.Deal with paediatric and other low-volume samples.

12.Any other duties consistent with this grade, as determined by the relevantsupervisor, in relation to the smooth running of the department.

13.Answering the telephone for result enquiries and transferring calls appropriately.

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities 1.Prioritisation (fast-tracking) of urgent specimens. Knowledge of request, sample type and analyser combinations needed to ensure correct specimen processing. 2. Solving of day-to-day problems, including mislabelled and lost specimens. 3. Keyboard entry of patient and specimen details onto laboratory computer system,ensuring accuracy of input. 4. Loading/unloading of specimens onto automated analysers. Storage of specimensaccording to written procedures. 5. Basic use of the analysers, following suitable training 6. Photocopying and general filing, including various request forms and collation ofresults from specialist external laboratories. 7. Daily checking of refrigerator and freezer temperatures. 8. Assistance with stock control to ensure supplies of specimen containers, labels andall consumables are available daily. 9. Participates in training of other laboratory assistants as required by supervisor 10.Disposal of laboratory waste. General cleaning and disinfection duties. 11.Deal with paediatric and other low-volume samples. 12.Any other duties consistent with this grade, as determined by the relevantsupervisor, in relation to the smooth running of the department. 13.Answering the telephone for result enquiries and transferring calls appropriately. For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Understanding of confidential nature of patient data
• Manual dexterity to manipulate specimens for processing
• Ability to concentrate to process large blocks of repetitive work

Desirable

• Able to type specimen information accurately and quickly from a printed or hand-written request form
• Understanding of H&S requirements in a laboratory
• Knowledge of medical and/or laboratory terminology
• Ability to understand and accurately pass on telephone messages

Experience

Desirable

• Healthcare work experience
• Computer Data entry experience
• Laboratory Work experience

Educations, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Literacy/numeracy qualifications

Desirable

• Typing/word processing qualifications

Person Specification Skills Essential Understanding of confidential nature of patient data Manual dexterity to manipulate specimens for processing Ability to concentrate to process large blocks of repetitive work Desirable Able to type specimen information accurately and quickly from a printed or hand-written request form Understanding of H&S requirements in a laboratory Knowledge of medical and/or laboratory terminology Ability to understand and accurately pass on telephone messages Experience Desirable Healthcare work experience Computer Data entry experience Laboratory Work experience Educations, Training and Qualifications Essential Literacy/numeracy qualifications Desirable Typing/word processing qualifications

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Kettering General Hospital are seeking experienced and enthusiastic Bank Phlebotomists to join our high energy team, delivering outstanding care to our patients.

As part of our team you will work closely with the Phlebotomy Manager to make sure every patient receives an excellent experience.

These posts will provide cover to all of our Phlebotomy facilities, this will involve travelling to Wellingborough, Irthlingborough, , Corby or Kettering as the service requires, this is an essential requirement for the role.

If this interests you and have NHS experience and a Full UK driving license and are confident and love working in a collaborative setting, apply today!

Main duties of the job

As a Phlebotomist at Kettering, you will be responsible for delivering high quality care across all locations of our Phlebotomy sites. You will be required to undertake shift patterns which can differ to meet the needs of the service over a 7 day week in line with agenda for change.

Applicants must have current/recent experience of working as a Phlebotomist in the NHS and will be expected to discuss these experiences at interview.

Own transport and current full UK driving license is essential.

Attention to detail, flexible attitude and ability to work under pressure as part of a team are vital requirements for this post.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Job summary

Would you like to join our Clinical Coding team as an Accredited Clinical Coder. Read on to learn more about this rewarding role and submityour application.

The Clinical Coding service is a part of the Digital& Data Teamof the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group (UHN) andis responsible forextracting and codifying complex clinical information that describes a patient's diagnostic and procedural healthcare status within an episode of carein a timely manner.

The ability of the UHN Group toaccuraterecord and codify its clinical activity is fundamental to understanding the quality of its clinical services. Our coded data is used by all parts of the Group's business to deliver trusted and high-quality services to patients.

Accredited Clinical Coders are a corecomponentof the Clinical Coding service and have a crucial supporting role in the overall management of the Group as their output directly influences income through the NHS Payment Scheme.

Thispost attracts a 10% Recruitment & Retention Premium (RRP) payment paid monthly. The RRP is subject to annual review.

Main duties of the job

As an Accredited ClinicalCoderyou willbe responsible forcodifyingin a timely mannercomplex clinical activity according to all relevant National Clinical Coding Standards and Local Clinical Coding Policies.

You will be expected toevidencean expert grasp of National Clinical Coding Standards (evidencedby audit results,maintainingyour professional Accredited Clinical Coder status and attending regular Clinical Coding Standards Refresher courses and other associated training).

You willassistthe Clinical Coding Team Leads to support and mentor Associate Clinical Coders and to achieve the submission of codified datain a timely manner.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can be helpful when drafting job applications; however, we ask candidates to keep their use to a minimum. Your responses should reflect your own experiences, skills and knowledge. Over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in responses that are generic or do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) was formed through the grouping of Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As one group, we are on a journey to improve services for our communities by working collaboratively, modernising the way we deliver care and continually striving for excellence.

Working together allows us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities . There may be a requirement to work across our hospital sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage.

UHN welcomes applications from people from all protected groups and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. Our active staff networks support colleagues from all backgrounds and help ensure everyone feels valued here at UHN.

Job summary

The Duties of the Sterile Services Supervisor is toassistin the process of decontaminationand sterilisation of surgical instruments and medical devices and be part of the management team responsible for the day to day running of the department.

To comply,maintainand uphold all aspects of Decontamination Compliance ISO- 13485 relevant to your grade and position.

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for all duties required for the decontamination and sterilisation of all surgical instruments in a faced paced environment. This will include staff appraisals and 1 to 1's. Further details can be found in the "Detailed job description and main responsibilities" section as well as the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can be helpful when drafting job applications; however, we ask candidates to keep their use to a minimum. Your responses should reflect your own experiences, skills and knowledge. Over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in responses that are generic or do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) was formed through the grouping of Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As one group, we are on a journey to improve services for our communities by working collaboratively, modernising the way we deliver care and continually striving for excellence.

Working together allows us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities . There may be a requirement to work across our hospital sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values: Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage.

UHN welcomes applications from people from all protected groups and is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and have achieved the Gold Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. Our active staff networks support colleagues from all backgrounds and help ensure everyone feels valued here at UHN

Details

Date posted

02 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

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

264-8060711-COR

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Toassist in the safe cleaning, disinfection, decontamination and sterilisation of medical devices and specialised equipment.

• To manage the SSD team who offer the collection and return of re-usable medical devices from wards and departments.

• To inspect and pack surgical instruments and related products ensuring the devices are safe and fit for purpose.

• To undertake all aspects ofdecontaminationand ensure products are safe for product release

• To help distribute processed items to wards and departments

• To undertake and understand the use of P/Cs and tray tracking software / hardware.

• To follow all guidelines set within the Departments Operational policies and theIDSc(Institute of Decontamination Sciences) guidelines for recommended standards and practice.

• To prepare work & prioritise equipmentdaily

• To prepare work rotas, on call rotas, and overtime rotas

• To ensure all matters of health & safety and risk assessment are current & compliant

• To carry out spot checks throughout production to ensure consistent quality is maintained

• To encourage and provide training tonew staff& guests

• To undertake your teams appraisal & performance reviews

• To offer advice and information to Trust and customers

• To ensure all performance tests are compliant allowing Autoclaves & washers to be useddaily

• Toidentifyand take correct action when dealing with all non-conformances

• To ensure any equipment or instrument repairs / maintenance is carried out correctly

• To oversee and if necessary, order andmaintainSSD Stock

• Toparticipate, if necessary, in staff recruitment andselection

20 Toparticipate,if necessary, disciplinary to first line level

21.To ensure all Staff adhere to the departmental procedures & policies

22.To carry out any other duties consistent with the grade or asdeterminedby the Training and Quality Manager in relation to the safe and efficient running of the department.

Job description Job responsibilities Toassist in the safe cleaning, disinfection, decontamination and sterilisation of medical devices and specialised equipment. To manage the SSD team who offer the collection and return of re-usable medical devices from wards and departments. To inspect and pack surgical instruments and related products ensuring the devices are safe and fit for purpose. To undertake all aspects ofdecontaminationand ensure products are safe for product release To help distribute processed items to wards and departments To undertake and understand the use of P/Cs and tray tracking software / hardware. To follow all guidelines set within the Departments Operational policies and theIDSc(Institute of Decontamination Sciences) guidelines for recommended standards and practice. To prepare work & prioritise equipmentdaily To prepare work rotas, on call rotas, and overtime rotas To ensure all matters of health & safety and risk assessment are current & compliant To carry out spot checks throughout production to ensure consistent quality is maintained To encourage and provide training tonew staff& guests To undertake your teams appraisal & performance reviews To offer advice and information to Trust and customers To ensure all performance tests are compliant allowing Autoclaves & washers to be useddaily Toidentifyand take correct action when dealing with all non-conformances To ensure any equipment or instrument repairs / maintenance is carried out correctly To oversee and if necessary, order andmaintainSSD Stock Toparticipate, if necessary, in staff recruitment andselection 20 Toparticipate,if necessary, disciplinary to first line level 21.To ensure all Staff adhere to the departmental procedures & policies 22.To carry out any other duties consistent with the grade or asdeterminedby the Training and Quality Manager in relation to the safe and efficient running of the department.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• Institute of decontamination sciences TVQ level 1 or 2
• Educated to GSCS level or equivalent level of education, training, or experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous Sterile Services reprocessing experience

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Skills

Essential

• Must have the ability to work independently
• Must be able to use a P/C and understand basic IT skills
• Must understand sterilisation and decontamination procedures.
• Must have the flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays and a weekend on call service rota

Person Specification Qualifications Desirable Institute of decontamination sciences TVQ level 1 or 2 Educated to GSCS level or equivalent level of education, training, or experience Knowledge and Experience Essential Previous Sterile Services reprocessing experience Desirable Previous NHS experience Skills Essential Must have the ability to work independently Must be able to use a P/C and understand basic IT skills Must understand sterilisation and decontamination procedures. Must have the flexibility to work weekends, bank holidays and a weekend on call service rota

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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The appointee will join a team of 6 existing consultants who currently deliver a mixture of inpatient and outpatient diabetes and endocrine services for the Trust. Due to the changing dynamics of chronic disease management the structure of the consultant team is under continual review in order to facilitate an efficient interface between primary and secondary care and within the partnerships across UHN ie NGH aswell.

This post will aid us to formalise and standardise a new model of delivery of care for inpatient general medicine with a special interest in diabetes and endocrinology

Main duties of the job

Core Responsibilities

o The successful candidate will be expected to take on the lead for the ward hance the importance of in depth knowledge and experience in not only diabetes and general internal medicine .o Lead on education and supervision of the junior ward doctors targeting an optimal GMC survey reviewo Lead and improve the MDT workings within the inpatient settingo Lead through QIPs on inpatient KPIso To ensure that patient experience and inpatient outcomes high standards are achieved and maintained

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.

Our Excellence Values

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Integrity
• Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.

UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE £750 Golden Hello is one of the ways we'll reward you when you join Barchester Healthcare in this role. Day shifts. 38.5hrs per week. As a Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. You will be responsible for leading a team of care staff, which will include training, supervisions and delegating duties on shift. You will also support with the administering and ordering of medication, reviewing and updating resident care plans and risk assessment, and liaising with GP's, district nursing teams and resident family members. Like everyone here, as a Residential Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant. ABOUT YOU The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Residential Senior Care Assistant.

Main duties of the job

As a Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. You will be responsible for leading a team of care staff, which will include training, supervisions and delegating duties on shift. You will also support with the administering and ordering of medication, reviewing and updating resident care plans and risk assessment, and liaising with GP's, district nursing teams and resident family members. Like everyone here, as a Residential Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant. The role includes a £750 Golden Hello incentive.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is renowned for providing excellent care and support for individuals across various facilities including residential care homes. They offer a rewarding career path with numerous opportunities for advancement and professional growth. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of ongoing training, and there's a firm commitment to high standards of hospitality and person-centred care. Many employees have progressed through various roles within the organisation, moving to positions such as Care Practitioners or nursing pathways. Barchester Healthcare values warm-hearted and compassionate individuals who can deliver quality care in a supportive and vibrant environment, emulating values aligned with treating every resident like a loved one.

Job summary

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be to support and work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open, supportive, and inclusive environment for residents, visitors and staff. Other responsibilities will include: Monitoring the wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any change impacting on care and care plans, ensuring that new needs are met, and written records are amended to reflect any variation. Being involved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing, monitoring, and undertaking monthly evaluations.

Main duties of the job

At Avery Healthcare, we work to support and celebrate the people who care for our residents, recognizing the hard work of our teams. Joining our team means you'll have a positive impact on residents lives daily, as we foster growth in a supportive environment with learning and development opportunities. As part of our team, you'll experience a culture valuing respect, compassion, and a commitment to exceptional care, especially at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. Your role will involve supporting the care team in delivering high standards of personal care and maintaining a safe, innovative, and supportive environment for all involved. Responsibilities include monitoring residents' wellbeing, participating in care planning, assisting with medication, supervising staff, and being a key contact for residents and their families. We appreciate individuals who live out our values - caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable.

About us

Avery Healthcare is one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes. We aim to make the later years of life as enriching as any other, creating meaningful experiences for residents and team members. Upholding the mission of 'creating meaningful lives together,' Avery stands proud as it offers exceptional care across a growing network of over 100 homes. We maintain a supportive and inspiring environment where employees are valued and uplifted daily. By joining us, you'll discover why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike. At Avery, 'creating meaningful lives together' is not just a slogan; it's a guiding principle embedding deep within everything we do. Here, we ensure a quality life for elderly residents and a rewarding journey for our diverse team members, who are central to making our vision a reality every single day.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.10 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1544560355

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be tosupportand work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open,supportive, andinclusiveenvironment for residents, visitors and staff.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Monitoringthe wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any changeimpactingon care and care plans, ensuring that new needs aremet,and written records are amended to reflect any variation.
• Beinginvolved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing,monitoring,and undertaking monthly evaluations.
• Supporting residents with their medication requirements.
• Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required.
• Actingas a key point for contact with residents, theirrelativesand visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are actedupon,and concerns or complaints are escalated.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, youwill live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidatemust:

• Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes.
• Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment.
• Have the ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Have a positive attitude to bothsupporting and nurturing residents and staff.
• Beresponsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Senior Care Assistant at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as a Senior Care Assistant will be tosupportand work alongside the Care team to deliver high standards of personal care, providing a safe, caring, innovative, open,supportive, andinclusiveenvironment for residents, visitors and staff.Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Monitoringthe wellbeing of each resident, being aware of any changeimpactingon care and care plans, ensuring that new needs aremet,and written records are amended to reflect any variation. Beinginvolved in the person-centred care planning process, by implementing,monitoring,and undertaking monthly evaluations. Supporting residents with their medication requirements. Undertaking staff supervisions and supporting staff with their development where required. Actingas a key point for contact with residents, theirrelativesand visitors, as well as health and social care professionals involved in their wellbeing, ensuring that any reasonable requests are actedupon,and concerns or complaints are escalated.ABOUT YOUTo be successful in your application, youwill live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.Our ideal candidatemust: Have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes. Have 2 years experience working in similar care environment. Have the ability tocommunicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Have a positive attitude to bothsupporting and nurturing residents and staff. Beresponsive and flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.ABOUT AVERYAt Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Our ideal candidate must have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes. Additionally, they should have 2 years experience working in a similar care environment. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is essential. The candidate should possess a positive attitude towards supporting and nurturing residents and staff, and be flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Our ideal candidate must have an NVQ 3 or equivalent in care for care homes. Additionally, they should have 2 years experience working in a similar care environment. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing is essential. The candidate should possess a positive attitude towards supporting and nurturing residents and staff, and be flexible to cover a range of responsibilities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way. When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care. Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant - Bank at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is to support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.

Main duties of the job

Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant - Bank. Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is to support the catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals. Other responsibilities will include understanding the principles of safe food handling, contributing fully to team working, advising on the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, and acting accordingly towards residents and their visitors. To be successful, you should live our values of caring, supportive, honest, respectful, and accountable.

About us

At Avery, we are more than just the UK's largest provider of luxury elderly care homes; we are a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. Our vision is to create meaningful lives together, and we proudly offer exceptional care across a growing network of over 100 homes. Join us to experience a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.72 an hour

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

1544560360

Job locations

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant - Bank at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Your focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.

Other responsibilitieswillinclude:

• Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene.
• Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly.
• Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods.
• Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.

Our ideal candidate must:

• Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene.
• Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments.
• Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload.
• Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working.
• Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the residents.

ABOUT AVERY

At Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.

Please note this role will require:

• A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:At Avery Healthcare, we are all about supporting the people who care for our residents. We know how hard our teams work, and were here to celebrate and support you every step of the way.When you join us, youll be making a positive impact on residents lives every day your compassion and dedication truly make a difference. Were committed to helping you grow in a caring, supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and develop throughout your career. And as part of our close-knit team, youll experience a culture that values respect, compassion, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.Were now looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our award-winning team as a Kitchen Assistant - Bank at Avery Park Care Home in Kettering. If this sounds like the place for you, wed love to hear from you!ABOUT THE ROLEYour focus as Kitchen Assistant is tosupportthe catering function in food preparation and maintaining a clean environment for the safe production of beverages and meals, ensuring a high quality and comprehensive service is delivered to residents.Other responsibilitieswillinclude: Understandingthe principles of safe food handling, to ensure all food preparations undertaken in the kitchen is to the highest standards of hygiene. Contributingfully to team working, responding positively tocolleagues,and actioning all reasonable work instructions promptly. Advisingon the supply and quality of items used to carry out tasks, ensuring thetimelyandappropriate orderingof replacement goods. Actingaccordingly towards residents and their visitors, respecting the dignity and individuality of each resident.ABOUT YOUTo be successful in your application, you will live our values of caring,supportive,honest, respectful, and accountable in all that you do.Our ideal candidate must: Hold Basic Food Hygiene Certificate anddemonstrateshigh standardsof personal hygiene. Have theknowledge of Health and Safety, particularly Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety and COSHH assessments. Be an efficient worker, capable ofa high levelof sustained physical effort and able torespond to a demandingworkload. Demonstrate initiative and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working. Exhibit a caring andunderstanding attitude towards the residents.ABOUT AVERYAt Avery, were not just one of the UKs largest providers of luxury elderly care homes were a place where people love to work. We believe that the later years of life should be as enriching as any other, and were passionate about creating meaningful experiences for our residents and our team alike. With our vision of "creating meaningful lives together," we proudly offer exceptional care across our growing network of over 100 homes, building a supportive and inspiring environment where employees feel valued and empowered every day. Join us and see why Avery is the preferred choice for residents and team members alike.Please note this role will require: A DBS Disclosure check, the cost of which will be met by Avery Healthcare. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK.This advert may be withdrawn prior to the advertised deadline depending on the volume of applications received and business needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• The ideal candidate must hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene. Additionally, having knowledge of Health and Safety, Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety, and COSHH assessments is necessary. The candidate should also be efficient, capable of sustaining physical effort, able to respond to a demanding workload, demonstrate initiative, and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working. A caring and understanding attitude towards the residents is expected.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential The ideal candidate must hold a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate and demonstrate high standards of personal hygiene. Additionally, having knowledge of Health and Safety, Moving and Handling techniques, Fire Safety, and COSHH assessments is necessary. The candidate should also be efficient, capable of sustaining physical effort, able to respond to a demanding workload, demonstrate initiative, and display a positive and flexible aptitude to team working. A caring and understanding attitude towards the residents is expected.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avery Healthcare Group Ltd.

Address

Avery Healthcare

Kettering

NN16 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Bank Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you'll look after the different needs of our residents to enable us to deliver quality, person-centred care and support. You will be responsible for leading a team of care staff, which will include training, supervisions and delegating duties on shift. You will also support with the administering and ordering of medication, reviewing and updating resident care plans and risk assessment, and liaising with GP's, district nursing teams and resident family members. Like everyone here, as a Residential Senior Care Assistant, you'll always respect the dignity and preferences of our residents as well playing your own part in creating an environment that's warm, welcoming and vibrant. ABOUT YOU The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care to join us as a Residential Senior Care Assistant. You will have previous experience in a resident

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Residential Senior Carer at a Barchester care home, you'll be responsible for the varied needs of our residents in order to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support. This role involves leading a team of care staff, which includes conducting training, supervising staff, and delegating tasks during shifts. Additionally, you'll be involved in the administration and ordering of medication, updating resident care plans and risk assessments, and communicating with GPs, district nursing teams, and families. You'll respect the dignity and preferences of our residents while contributing to a warm, welcoming environment. Candidates should have NVQ Level 3 or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, prior residential care experience, and team leadership skills to support the well-being of residents. We're looking for compassionate individuals dedicated to providing individualized care. This position offers career development opportunities within Barchester Healthcare.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a company dedicated to providing high-quality residential care homes. They are committed to delivering person-centred care and support, ensuring that residents receive the best possible care tailored to their individual needs. Barchester prides itself on creating a warm, welcoming, and vibrant environment for both residents and staff. The company offers various career development pathways for its employees, encouraging growth and progression within the organization. Barchester values the skills and dedication of its employees, providing support, training, and rewards to ensure a fulfilling work experience. Part of their mission is to provide their residents with the care one would expect for their own loved ones, emphasizing respect, compassion, and a heartwarming approach.

Job summary

• ARE YOU LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING NEW OPPORTUNITY?
• WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK FOR A CQC OUTSTANDING TRUST?
• ARE YOU INTERESTED IN HYBRID WORKING?
• WOULD YOU LIKE TO WORK FOR A TRUST WHO CARES ABOUT THEIR STAFFS WELLBEING?
• ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A TRUST THAT CAN SUPPORT YOU IN TRAINING TO DEVELOP YOUR CAREER?

If the answer is yes, then this role could be for you!

Main duties of the job

The post holder will demonstrate a commitment to clinical excellence and an ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will need to be a born leader and a people person who loves to collaborate and innovate. You need to be MRC psych or equivalent with full registration, licensed and specialist registered or within six months of obtaining your CCT on the date of the Advisory Appointment Committee. The ability to travel to all locations within the Trust is essential.

About us

In return we can offer:

• Opportunities to pursue areas of specialist interest e.g. ECT, gender dysmorphia, prison psychiatry, ketamine infusion etc.
• Flexible hours/ job share opportunities
• Access to a dedicated research and innovation team
• Mentorship and Undergraduate education opportunities

There are many opportunities to be involved in clinical research and you will have access to the Trust research fellows to help develop research ideas. The Trust already has a portfolio of research studies in Old Age Dementia and Physical Health.

The trust is leading nationally on physical treatments in mental health, nurse administered ECT, and ketamine infusion. We also have research collaboration with the Open University along with Nottingham, Oxford and Northampton University.

The Trust hosts Undergraduates from Leicester and Norwich Medical schools with numerous opportunities to teach this cohort.

Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is an Employer which is committed to developing you and that prides itself on being a diverse and equal opportunity employer. NHFT has recently being awarded "OUTSTANDING"

Northamptonshire is a county with varied countryside and numerous small villages as well as a range of good housing, excellent rail and road connections to London and elsewhere and good schools making it an attractive place for family living.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Trainee Category Specialist/Category Specialist (dependent upon experience) to join our Category Management Teams across our group Procurement function. Working across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN), which encompasses Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, and Northampton General NHS Trust, you will be an integral part of our Strategic Estates category area, delivering a first class procurement service across UHN.

This is a great opportunity for a procurement professional who wants to further develop their career, to join the Procurement team at UHN and really make a difference. Base can be discussed, but noting the requirement will be to travel between sites when required.

You will be joining a large, friendly and supportive team which offers great opportunities for career progression.

We are recruiting to either band 6 Trainee Category Specialist, or band 7 Category Specialist, dependent upon experience. The Trainee Category Specialist role offers a guaranteed progression to the Category Specialist, once competencies have been achieved.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a comprehensive, proactive, efficient and responsive procurement advisory and planning service across the designated specialist category area.
• Assisting in the development and managing a category management strategy that provides commercial benefit and reduces risk consistent with alignment to the Group Strategies, abiding by Trust specific SFI's, SO's, UK legislation.
• Assisting in the development of KPI's that evidence value for money through generating non-pay savings in accordance with cost efficiency targets whilst awarding robust compliant contracts.
• This post holds responsibility for ensuring rigorous control in the approach to procuring goods and Services. Managing and undertaking complex and high value procurements and associated contract negotiations on behalf of the Group and working collaboratively with Procurement colleagues across the Northamptonshire ICB as appropriate.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview