Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached Job description and Person specification for further information about the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in health/social care or equivalent qualification/experience
• Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload or service users with a range of mental health conditions
• Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environment

Desirable

• Understanding of Perinatal mental health difficulties
• Experience of clinically supervising junior and unqualified staff and mentoring students

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Horizon House

28 Upper High Street

Epsom

KT17 4QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for a confidentSupport Workerwith a passion for delivering outstanding care.

Youll be working42hours a week(12 hour shifts, both day and night shifts),making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care atCygnet Appletree.

Cygnet Appletree, near Durham, is a mental health hospital for women that includes Pippin Ward, a specialist PICU service and Bramley Ward, an intensive support service for women with a personality disorder and complex mental health needs.

Our person-centred service has been designed with wellness in mind, providing a safe and comfortable environment that promotes efficient rehabilitation and recovery. We are dedicated to understand, stabilise and break the traumatic cycles of relapse that can impact service users lives.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Your day-to-day

Support both management and team members in the day-to-day running of the serviceEnsure duties are allocated effectively and safelyOffer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all t he people in our careProvide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional supportLearn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate wayAssist with medical & welfare needs and report as requiredSafeguardMaintain a safe & clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Starting pay rate £13.15 per/hour, post probation £13.45per/hr, and then £13.70per/hour post 18 months .

The opportunity to earn between £29-32000 per annum as one of our full time support workers at Cygnet Appletree.

Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship schemeFlexible working with the opportunity for overtimeRegular coaching & appraisalExpert supervision & peer supportEmployee discount savings & Cycle to Work scheme

You are

Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples livesAn excellent communicator & a good team playerSensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment

Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhancedDBS check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Meadowfield

DH7 8NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

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Person Specification

FINANCE/RESOURCES

Essential

• Awareness of budget management and cost improvement plans

MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Ability to interpret complex facts and information and analyse/make judgements effecting service, organisational, and staffing issues.
• Well-developed Leadership skills
• Able to manage a wide range of competing priorities

JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Health Professional with full current professional registration.
• Evidence of contribution to strategic clinical leadership within a healthcare provider organisation.
• Evidence of successful contribution to clinical governance, quality assurance and quality improvement.

Desirable

• Evidence of contribution to innovative service development and redesign across patient pathways
• 2.5Detailed understanding of the NHS policy context in relevant service area.Yes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING

Essential

• Professional knowledge acquired through degree, supplemented by specialist training to doctorate level or equivalent experience
• Able to demonstrate Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Holds position on Dorset Performers List

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY/RESOURCES

Essential

• Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training, for example SystmOne
• Excellent presentation skills both verbal and written

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Leonards Hospital

Acorn Building

241 Ringwood Road

BH24 2AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached Job description and Person specification for further information about the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in health/social care or equivalent qualification/experience
• Registered Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist, or Social Worker

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience of managing a busy caseload or service users with a range of mental health conditions
• Experience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environment

Desirable

• Understanding of Perinatal mental health difficulties
• Experience of clinically supervising junior and unqualified staff and mentoring students

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Berkeley House

11-13 Ockford Road

Godalming

GU7 1QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

a) Book, amend and cancel patient appointments using the computer-based booking system and the telephone call handling system.

b) Arrange cover for clinics within the constraints notified by the Admin Team Leads.

c) Conversion of appointment slots under the direction of the Admin Team Leads.

d) Monitor waiting lists and book patients in according to the longest wait.

e) Contribute to reducing the number of long waiters the service has.

f) Ordering stock across all services, non-clinical.

g) To help cover other admin sites when there is the need.

h) Check new referral details for completeness and accuracy using the NHS number and update and amend patient details as necessary.

i) Compare new referral details with any existing registration details to ensure accuracy and avoid duplication. Accurately input patient referral details on to the Trust computer system.

j) Take responsibility for liaising with professional colleagues to avoid unnecessary delays in the referral process.

k) Communicate clearly and effectively with other professionals, outside agencies and patients.

l) Ensure patient information remains confidential and that patient records are secure to assure confidentiality.

m) Use the telephone, email or written media to make or amend patient appointments and deal with enquiries from patients or staff.

n) To carry out other duties which fall within the remit of this post as required by the Admin Team Leads.

o) To contribute to the development of the admin service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent qualification in business administration.
• Applicants with a lower-level qualification who have equivalent experience will be considered
• School leaving qualification (GCSE or equivalent) in Maths and English language or able to demonstrate equivalent competence.

Experience

Essential

• Working in an office environment where a large and diverse range of callers and visitors are received.
• Dealing directly with customers, patients and members of the public.
• Arranging meetings involving people from different organisations - including co-ordinating diaries, booking meeting rooms and sending out agendas and papers.
• Stock control, ordering supplies and processing financial documentation.
• Contributing to the development of administrative or office procedures.
• Communicating effectively with a diverse range of people.
• Handling personally or commercially sensitive information.
• Organising the work of others - including setting up rotas, monitoring workload and performance.

Skills

Essential

• Competent IT skills
• To be able to demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage a busy workload, using effective time management, prioritisation skills.
• Physical ability and health to undertake a full clinical caseload in the outpatient setting.
• Able to use keyboard / computer.
• Knowledge and experience in using commonly used IT systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel,
• To manage and respond promptly to email and telephone correspondence

Desirable

• SystmOne knowledge

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel to other sites

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

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Brighton General Hospital

Elm Grove

Brighton

BN2 3EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sussexcommunity.nhs.uk/work-with-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Occupational Therapist- Triage and Assessment Lead

Job Purpose:To provide a responsive Occupational Therapy triage and assessment service, ensuring that adults and children receive the right support at the right time. The post holder will act as a first point of contact for Occupational Therapy referrals, undertaking strengths-based assessments, applying clinical reasoning and risk management skills, and identifying appropriate interventions that maximise independence and wellbeing. This includes providing advice, information, equipment, adaptations, assistive technology and signposting to relevant services

Main responsibilities:

Assessment and Triage

Screen and triage Occupational Therapy referrals.

Undertake telephone, virtual and face-to-face assessments where appropriate.

Identify levels of need, risk and urgency.

Prioritise referrals in line with service criteria and agreed pathways.

Determine the most appropriate intervention or onward referral.

Occupational Therapy Practice

Apply strengths-based and person-centered approaches.

Assess functional ability and occupational performance.

Identify solutions that promote independence and reduce reliance on long-term services.

Recommend equipment, minor adaptations and assistive technology where appropriate.

Provide advice and guidance to individuals, families and carers

Corporate and Professional Responsibility

To have responsibility for own professional practice, as defined within corporate guidelines and priorities.

Adhering to Occupational Therapy and HCPC professional standards.

Take responsibility to ensure the practice and learning of other staff where appropriate to include registered and non-registered staff.

To ensure that Customer Outcomes are achieved

Take responsibility for own practice.

Apply the principles of holistic practice using reasoning skills to analyse and prioritise workload and outcomes.

Take responsibility in this area to ensure the practice of other staff, where appropriate.

Quality assuring and authorising own outcome led assessments within an agreed budgetary envelope.

Ensure assessments are focused on supporting independence, demonstrating optimum and proportionate use of available resources across the community.

Safeguarding

Ensure that vulnerable children/adults are safeguarded by appropriately identifying and reporting potential abuse in accordance with local safeguarding policy and practice procedures.

Performance/Supervision

Active participation in the supervision process to improve performance and enhance confidence in own Occupational Therapy practice.

Provide professional supervision and support to others when/ where appropriate to include OT students.

Staff Development/Coaching

To actively participate and where necessary take responsibility for receiving and providing staff development opportunities to apply critical reflection and analysis to inform decision making.

Resource Use

To take responsibility for the identification of suitable resources to meet the assessed needs of individuals and carers informed by evidence based practice.

Administration/Meetings

To take responsibility for working in accordance with systems and quality standards for communication and administration in accordance with council and legal duties and responsibilities.

Service Development

To participate in activities that will create opportunities for new and different outcomes for individuals and carers that will maximise fewer financial resources.

Specialist Skills and Knowledge

To contribute to identifying, developing and evaluating specialist skills and knowledge in own and others practice.

To be up to date and have an understanding of all legislative requirements impacting on assessment and care management for adults and children.

Joint Working

To demonstrate the ability, skills and knowledge to engage and make competent assessments of need with individuals, families, groups, communities and carers that identifies relevant partners who need to be involved in further intervention.

Risk Assessment & Management

To ensure to apply risk assessment in accordance with legislative and procedural requirements whilst adhering to the principles of maximising choice, control and potential.

Equality & Diversity

To be responsible for ensuring self-practice reflects and promotes the principles of equality and diversity and are compliant with the current legislation.

Core Skills

Collaborative Practice: Building effective relationships with individuals, carers and professionals that promote engagement, shared decision making and strengths based outcomes.

Virtual Assessment and Triage: Undertaking telephone and virtual Occupational Therapy assessments to identify functional abilities, needs, risks and priorities, using professional judgement to determine the most appropriate intervention or pathway.

Enablement: Supporting individuals to maximise independence, wellbeing and participation in daily activities through advice, guidance, self management strategies, equipment and assistive technology solutions.

Clinical Reasoning and Decision Making: Applying Occupational Therapy knowledge and evidence based practice to analyse information, prioritise referrals, assess risk and make timely decisions regarding support and intervention.

Problem solving: Identifying occupational performance difficulties and developing practical, person centred solutions that promote independence and prevent escalation of need.

Risk Assessment and Management: Assessing and managing risk through information gathering, professional judgment and proportionate decision making, ensuring individuals receive the right support at the right time.

Equipment, Adaptations and Independent Living Solutions: Using knowledge of equipment, minor adaptations, assistive technology and community resources to support safe and independent living, primarily through virtual assessment and advice.

Abilities

Demonstrate the ability to undertake strengths based Occupational Therapy triage, screening and assessment using telephone, virtual and digital approaches.

Apply professional judgement and clinical reasoning to analyse information, identify risks, prioritise referrals and determine appropriate interventions or pathways.

Effectively gather, interpret and evaluate information from individuals, carers, professionals and records to support timely decision making.

Communicate complex information clearly and confidently, providing advice, guidance and recommendations to individuals, families, colleagues and partner organisations.

Work autonomously within a fast paced duty environment, managing competing demands and responding flexibly to changing priorities.

Model and promote effective information sharing, ensuring compliance and information governance, safeguarding and professional standards.

Demonstrate the ability to manage uncertainty and incomplete information whilst making proportionate, defensible decisions that promote independence and well-being.

Utilise knowledge of equipment, assistive technology, adaptations and community resources to identify practical solutions that support independent living.

Maintain accurate, timely and person centred records using electronic case management systems.

Build effective working relationships with health, housing and social care partners to facilitate coordinated and timely responses.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of undertaking complex Occupational Therapy assessments and making proportionate, defensible decisions.
• Experience of risk assessment and risk management.
• Experience of providing advice, guidance and intervention planning remotely through telephone or virtual methods.
• Experience of promoting independence through equipment, adaptations, assistive technology and community-based solutions.

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of a range of medical conditions
• Experience within Adult Social Care, Community Occupational Therapy, Reablement or Hospital Discharge services.

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional qualification Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registration as an Occupational Therapist with the HCPC

Special Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• IT literate regular use of IT systems to support their current job role.
• Ability to work in a pressurised environment.
• Knowledge of the Care Act.

Desirable

• Has experience of the potential housing adaptations available
• Has experience of functional rehabilitation.
• Has experience in clinical risk management.

Training

Essential

• Evidence of continuous professional development relevant to Occupational Therapy practice.
• Experience of using electronic case management systems and digital technologies to support assessment and service delivery.
• Ability to undertake telephone and virtual assessments and provide advice, guidance and recommendations remotely.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Disabled Facilities Grant or housing adaptations.
• Knowledge of assistive technology and Technology Enabled Care
• .
• Training in Manual Handling
• Clinical risk management training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

City of Wolverhampton Council

Address

Civic Centre

Wolverhampton

WV1 1RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wolverhampton.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.

Person Specification

Requirements

Essential

• Youll be a HCPC registered with experience delivering psychological assessments and interventions within a mental health setting, ideally supporting people with complex needs. Youll have strong communication and clinical decision-making skills, be confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team, and be committed to delivering patient-centred, evidence-based care that supports positive recovery outcomes.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Priory Healthcare

Address

Heath House Lane

Stapleton

Bristol

BS16 1EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties of the Deputy Chief Nurse

The Deputy Chief Nurse is a senior leadership role responsible for supporting and deputising for the Chief Nursing Officer, ensuring the delivery of outstanding patient care, professional standards, and workforce excellence across the Trust.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic nursing leadership across the Trust, helping to shape and deliver the nursing, midwifery and AHP agenda.
• Leading quality, patient safety and governance initiatives, ensuring high standards of care, harm-free practice and continuous improvement.
• Overseeing key portfolios including safeguarding and vulnerable people, infection prevention and control, falls prevention, workforce safeguards, recruitment and retention, practice development, and ward accreditation programmes.
• Driving workforce transformation, including safe staffing, workforce productivity, new roles, international recruitment, retention strategies and succession planning.
• Providing visible and inspirational professional leadership, supporting and developing nursing, midwifery and AHP teams to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
• Representing the Trust internally and externally, working with system partners, regulators and professional bodies, and deputising for the Chief Nursing Officer at Board and committee level when required.
• Leading organisational improvement and service transformation programmes, helping to deliver the Trust's long-term strategic objectives and quality ambitions.
• Managing performance, budgets and people, including line management responsibilities, disciplinary processes and delivery of key operational and financial targets.
• Participating in the Trust Gold Commander on-call rota, providing senior leadership and decision-making during operational incidents and emergencies.

In summary: this is a high-profile executive nursing leadership role focused on delivering safer care, stronger teams, workforce innovation and exceptional patient outcomes across PAHT.

Professional Leadership

• Provide expert professional leadership, advice and support to nurses, midwives, AHPs and clinical professionals across the Trust.
• Develop clinical leadership capability and support professional practice, education and research.
• Promote collaborative and integrated working across disciplines and services.
• Deputise for the Chief Nursing Officer at Board meetings, Trust Committees and external stakeholder forums.
• Lead complex workforce, professional practice and disciplinary investigations where required.

Quality, Governance and Patient Safety

• Lead implementation of the Trust's Quality Strategy and Ward Accreditation Programme.
• Promote a culture of safe, reliable, patient-centred care and continuous improvement.
• Oversee quality governance systems, ensuring professional standards are maintained and enhanced.
• Monitor quality indicators, risks, incidents and patient safety concerns, ensuring effective action plans are implemented.
• Lead key portfolios including:
  • Vulnerable People (safeguarding, dementia, learning disabilities and mental health)
  • Harm Free Care (falls prevention, tissue viability, nutrition, infection prevention and control)
  • Practice Development and Workforce Safeguards
  • Fundamentals of Care Programme
  • PACE Ward Accreditation Programme
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, including safeguarding and infection prevention standards.

Workforce Development and Planning

• Lead the nursing, midwifery and AHP workforce agenda across the Trust.
• Ensure safe staffing, workforce productivity and effective workforce planning.
• Develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies, including international recruitment programmes.
• Support succession planning, talent management and leadership development.
• Lead actions arising from national workforce reviews and external inspections.

Operational and Financial Management

• Hold accountability for services and budgets within the delegated portfolio.
• Ensure financial targets and efficiency programmes are achieved.
• Monitor service performance and take corrective action where required to meet Trust objectives.
• Provide professional advice and support to divisional nursing and midwifery teams to improve operational delivery and performance.

People and Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and inspire teams to deliver excellent patient care.
• Support Divisional Directors of Nursing and senior clinical leaders in achieving operational, quality and workforce objectives.
• Act as a role model for compassionate, inclusive and effective leadership.
• Coach and mentor senior nursing, midwifery and AHP leaders, supporting career progression and professional development.
• Promote innovation, research, learning and the sharing of best practice locally, regionally and nationally.

Partnership and Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including:
  • Essex Integrated Care Board (ICB)
  • NHS England
  • Care Quality Commission (CQC)
  • Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
  • Local Authorities
  • Safeguarding Boards
  • Universities and education partners
• Represent the Trust in system-wide initiatives and healthcare partnerships.
• Engage patients, carers and the public in service development and improvement.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible leadership presence within clinical environments.
• Produce reports and presentations for the Board, committees and organisational forums.
• Participate in the Trust's Gold Commander On-Call rota, providing senior leadership during major incidents and operational pressures.
• Maintain professional registration, ongoing professional development and compliance with all Trust policies and mandatory training requirements.

In summary: This is a highly influential executive nursing leadership position responsible for driving quality, safety, workforce excellence and professional leadership across the Trust, while supporting the delivery of outstanding care and long-term organisational transformation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Midwife
• Masters or Higher Degree in Nursing/Management/ Leadership or equivalent experience
• Must have extensive experience and evidence of a proven track record of quality improvements, innovation and safety improvements at senior management level
• Active NMC registration Part 1

Experience

Essential

• Ability to manage complex clinical and operational situations that involve staff from all levels within an organisation and across a range of professional and organisational boundaries.
• Detailed knowledge of current professional issues, both in education and practice.
• Demonstrable change management experience.
• Demonstrable track record of achievement at a senior nursing and/or midwifery role in the acute setting.
• Experience of working with multi-agency committees and establishing relationships with external organisations.
• Proven experience of leading and managing substantial change within a complex environment.
• Have an understanding of key areas of Health Policy and their impact on provision of care.
• Recent proven track record in managing and delivering the quality agenda in clinical practice in the NHS.
• Have experience of preparing and presenting written briefings at a senior management level.

Desirable

• Experience of developing and building research capacity and capability.
• Experience of working at National/Regional system level.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Alexandra Hospital

Harlow

Essex

CM20 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

• Owning commissioner relationships for your designated services, including leading contract management activity, coordinating contract renewals and variations, supporting commercial negotiations, and maintaining accurate records within our CRM systems.
• Supporting the full business development lifecycle, from market intelligence and opportunity assessment through to proposal development, tender submissions, mobilisation support and contracts management.
• Contributing to place based integrated governance arrangements and ensuring joint working between commercial, operational and support teams.
• Developing and maintaining clear reporting cycles, analysing financial, commercial and performance information, and presenting complex data in an accessible way.
• Working closely with the Senior Business Manager, finance colleagues and other Business Managers to support pricing, cost recovery, risk mitigation and contract performance.
• Coordinating with the clinical and operations teams to ensure services are running to budget, and that contract agreements reflect the services in practice.
• Building productive relationships with internal teams, commissioners, partners and stakeholders to identify opportunities, support service development and promote Marie Curies work.

Contract:Permanent | Part-time | 21 to 28 hours per week (3 to 4 days)

Salary: MCJES Grade E, £38,007£42,230 per annum, pro rata

Location: Hybrid working, split between Marie Curie Head Office and home working

What we are looking for

We are keen to hear from people who can demonstrate the essential skills, knowledge and experience set out in the job description, including:

• Experience of working in a commercial or business team, ideally within a health or social care environment.
• Strong data analysis, reporting and presentation skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and communicate insights clearly.
• Demonstrable ability to build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, take a proactive approach to problem-solving, and work collaboratively to manage competing priorities and workloads..
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and comfortability with Power BI and commercial systems such as CRM, Docusign or digital contracting tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence negotiating, influencing and working diplomatically with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Problem solving and decision making skills, with experience completing risk assessments and identifying commercial risks.
• Flexibility, motivation and the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• A degree qualification, or equivalent relevant experience; a management qualification, financial management and project management experience would be desirable.

Please note that this role does not include line management responsibilities.

What's in it for you

• Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro-rata)
• Marie Curie Contributary Pension Scheme
• Continuous Professional development (Marie Curie supports and encourages personal and professional development)
• Industry leading training programmes

Benefits you will love

• Defined contribution schemes for Pension(the charity will match your contribution up to 7.5%)
• Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme
• Help with eyecare cost (T & Cs apply)
• Entitled to Benefit Hub Discount Scheme
• 15% discount in Marie Curie shops
• Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card
• Life assurance

Application Process

• Closing date for applications: 30 September 2026
• As part of your online application, you will be asked for a CV. Please review both the advert and job description and outline your most relevant skills, experience and knowledge for the role.

For further information or to arrange an informal chat please contact [email protected]

Additional Information

This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early.

Agencies need not apply

At Marie Curie, our values are central to everything we do. They guide how we care for people, how we work together, and how we make decisions every day. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe for everyone staff and volunteers alike supportive, inclusive and rewarding. We take stringent steps to ensure that anyone who joins our organisation are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. We actively consider our impact on the planet, embedding sustainability into everyday decisions to create a lasting, positive difference for the individuals we care for and the world we share.

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to thrive and fulfil their potential. Marie Curie is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, recognising both the social justice imperative and the strength a diverse workforce brings. We actively encourage applications from people of all cultures, perspectives and lived experiences.

We are happy to make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require any support, please contact us at [email protected].

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team, and in return, we ask that your application authentically reflects you your experience, perspective and voice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree qualification

Desirable

• Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a commercial / business team
• Working in a health or social care environment
• Data analysis and presentation
• Utilisation of commercial systems such as a CRM, docusign etc.

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

Marie Curie

Address

Hybrid working model with time split between Marie Curie Head Office and home-based working

One Embassy Gardens, 8 Viaduct Gardens

London

England

SW11 7BW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life.
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration (Part 1 Adult/General, Level 1 or 2).
• Evidence of ongoing professional development and commitment to continued learning.
• Experience of managing clinical environments within a regulatory framework such as Blood Safety and Quality Regulations (BSQR) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
• Knowledge and understanding of BSQR and GMP requirements.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial management and leadership experience within a clinical environment.
• Experience of leading and implementing change, while motivating and supporting teams to deliver high standards of care.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to influence, negotiate and build effective working relationships.
• Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skills, with experience of risk management, performance management and clinical governance.
• Experience of mentoring, coaching and developing colleagues, alongside a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.

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

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

Plymouth (NHSBT)

Plymouth

United Kingdom

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Registered Nurse Duties:

• To support the delivery of an effective integrated healthcare service clinical model.
• To manage a complex clinical caseload.
• To support the development, implement and maintenance the National Standards for Health Care in Prisons for the service.
• Ensure all clinics and consultations are delivered in a clinically effective and timely way, in line with service needs.
• To support the delivery of an effective integrated healthcare service clinical model.
• To support the delivery of an effective integrated healthcare service clinical model.
• To manage a complex clinical caseload.
• To support the development, implement and maintenance the National Standards for Health Care in Prisons for the service.
• Ensure all clinics and consultations are delivered in a clinically effective and timely way, in line with service needs.

Senior Nurse Duties:

• The post holder will exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and have the ability to plan and reach complex and critical judgments and have decision making skills.
• To deliver high quality clinical care within the Integrated Healthcare Service for the prison. This will include acute & primary care, long term conditions management, enhanced assessment and diagnostic intervention services and health promotion activities and be in line with the NHS Plan, public health indicators and National Service Frameworks.
• To demonstrate and provide robust expert clinical skills with a sound understanding of evidence-based nursing practice to provide a pro-active approach to ensure quality and outcome driven practice on a day-to-day basis.
• To support the development of evidence-based practice in the specialist field and to promote research as appropriate.
• To participate in managerial and professional clinical supervision programme, to ensure junior staff receive appropriate supervision, training and annual appraisal and to ensure that it becomes an integral part of team practice.
• To ensure the implementation of effective and appropriate patient centred care planning tools, long-term condition registers and consistent delivery throughout all the prisons within the service.
• The post holder will work collaboratively with the Clinical Lead, GPs, and other clinicians to meet and review service needs as required
• To deputise for the Team manager as required
• To work positively and effectively in a difficult and often hostile environment.
• Be aware of environmental hazards in the working area; ensure staffs are aware of relevant health & safety policies deriving from the Health & Safety at Work Act.
• To work in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines
• To be familiar with Prison Standards, Standing Orders, Circular instructions, Notices to Staff, Health and Safety and all other relevant material to function as an informed practitioner within a prison setting.
• Promote equality of opportunity and provide an environment in which the dignity of individuals is respected and free from workplace harassment and bullying.

(Full JD's can be downloaded in supporting documents section)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ:

All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team.

You will need to provide:

Proof of right to work documentation

Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographicID

Proof of address documentation

Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code.

Address History:

5 years address history will be needed.

Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously.

Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited.

In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants

If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered NMC Qualification (B5/B6)
• Post Graduate Qualification or equivalent experience (B6)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of setting, monitoring and evaluating standards of care (B5/B6)
• Minimum of two years' experience at Band 5 (B6)
• Experience of multi-professional collaboration including working in partnership with other statutory and voluntary organisations (B6)
• Working knowledge of current issues/agendas facing prison/offender healthcare (B6)
• Completed preceptorship training or obtained 6 months post qualification experience (B5)

Desirable

• Previous prison/secure experience (B5/B6)

Skills

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills (B5/B6)
• Ability to manage complex & challenging behaviour (B6)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Bristol

Bristol

BS7 8PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Support Worker Band 3 - based at Forest Lodge

Job purpose: Under the direction of the qualified member of staff, to provide appropriate levels of care and support as outlined in the relevant care plan. Will regularly work under guidance but without the direct supervision of a qualified staff.

Responsible to:

Matron/Ward Manager

Qualifications:

• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent (e.g. functional skills; ENIC)
• Vocational qualification in health and social care (e.g. care certificate; level 2/3 diploma)
• 2 years experience as a Health Care Support Worker

Key result areas: To implement identified plans of care for assigned patients under the direction/supervision of a qualified staff to meet the needs of the individuals identified care needs.

To report actions and/or observations on patient care of behaviour to a qualified nurse so that a thorough evaluation of care can take place.

To report untoward occurrences immediately to a qualified nurse so that a reassessment of care needs can be undertaken.

To undertake general duties assigned by a qualified nurse so that high standards of service delivery can be maintained.

In conjunction with the patients to plan appropriate menus, and assist with purchasing and catering to the extent that this is required by the ability of the individual patient.

To be able to demonstrate the approach needed to involve individual patients in activities and explain the reasons for this.

To develop a group activity relevant to the area with patients and monitor and evaluate its effectiveness. This will be under the guidance of qualified staff but not directly supervised. The post holder will produce written aims and objectives of their chosen group activity prior to the commencement of the group and provide regular updates and evaluation reports to the ward manager and/or supervisor.

The post holder will be responsible for documenting details of the patients participation in the care plan.

To involve patients in a wide range of appropriate activities using local facilities where available.

To involve the patients as much as possible in day to day decision making, bearing in mind the principles of advocacy and self-advocacy.

To enable the patient to maintain contact with friends and relatives by encouraging visits and assisting with letter writing. Experience has shown that staff who have low expressed emotion engage more effectively with clients.

To accompany the patient on outings and other arranged visits.

All employees are expected to observe the Trusts policies relating to risk

Management, in particular staff should: -

• Be aware of the principles of risk management
• Adopt appropriate practice to reduce risk to themselves and others

There is a requirement that the postholder will undergo regular supervision and annual appraisal.

All employees are expected to observe the trusts Equal Opportunities Policy in their behaviour to the public and fellow employees.

In fulfilling these tasks the potholder will be expected to be familiar with the local policies and procedures especially in respect of Health and Safety, Confidentiality and Fire.

This job profile is presented in general terms and is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The post holder will be expected to regularly review this with their line manager.

Other Duties

The main focus of the role is to respond to and satisfy the above requirements and needs. If in addition to this it is considered appropriate, other duties may be undertaken by the post-holder consistent with the Band of the post

You should be comfortable in the use of computer technology, have basic keyboard skills and have the ability to use email. Daily use of a car is essential.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• 2 Years experience working as a HCA in an acute and or forensic setting
• Experience of working with people who have complex & enduring mental health issues
• Experience of managing discussion groups with patients, co-ordination of activities and social inclusion/escorts

Desirable

• A basic awareness and understanding of psychosocial interventions, Mindfulness CBT DBT approaches anxiety management

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Maths and English GCSE or equivalent (e.g. functional skills; ENIC)
• Cavendish Care Certificate or vocational qualification in health and social care (e.g. care certificate; level 2/3 diploma)
• Willingness to attend training and development opportunities

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• The ability to build and sustain therapeutic relationships with patients at a level appropriate to their needs.
• To have the ability to organise, facilitate and develop patients skills in group settings.
• The ability to produce a good standard of written work & have basic keyboard skills
• Effective communication and listening skills
• Demonstrate a good understanding of Person- Centred Approaches and Values
• Understand impact of stigma and discrimination & have a non-judgemental attitude

Desirable

• To recognise and report changes in individuals mental health state
• An understanding of trauma informed care & and practical knowledge of recovery

Other

Essential

• To be able to conduct themselves with integrity
• Flexible and adaptable to changing needs with the ability to work shift patterns flexibly over a 24hr period
• A genuine passion and interest in working with people with complex mental health problems

Desirable

• Willingness to share own skills & knowledge

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Forest Lodge

5 Forest Close

Sheffield

S35 0JW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above. Level 3 means being able to communicate in Welsh during routine clinical situations, such as welcoming patients, discussing straightforward aspects of their care and answering routine questions. If youre comfortable holding everyday conversations in Welsh, we encourage you to apply. Your Welsh language skills will help us provide person-centred care and enable patients to receive services in their language of choice. Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of working in a mental health setting

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in a health care related subject Or Equivalent experience
• Ability to be able to complete certified /accredited physical intervention training, for example Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) during induction

Communication skills

Essential

• Good communication skills both written and verbal

Desirable

• Welsh Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a Mental Health setting

Skills

Essential

• Flexible, confident and positive in approach
• Good teamworking skills

Desirable

• Venepunture training
• IT 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Cwm Cynon

New Road

Mountain Ash

CF45 4BZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the individual requirements of patients and carers referred to District Nursing

Provide a high standard of evidence based nursing care to patients in the Community.

Use a high level of communication skills with patients and their families, including those with English as a second language or learning disabilities.

Actively seek to promote health both individually and to patients and carers.

Administer drugs within NMC guidelines.

Please read the full job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered Nurse level 1
• Current NMC registration
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Supervisor/Assessor competence or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Additional Nursing Qualification relevant to continence

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Able to deal with difficult situations.
• Ability to Identify and assess patients' needs.
• Ability to use resources appropriately.
• Multidisciplinary working
• Willingness to undertake further training specific to role

Desirable

• Post registration experience

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Good team worker.
• Ability to organise self and others by prioritising and delegating as needed
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to educate others
• IT literate
• Clinical audit knowledge or ability to participate.
• Willing to develop professionally.
• Up to date knowledge of current NHS issues and aware of current trends in the NHS.
• Ability to confidently make decisions based on evidence based practice
• Excellent communication skills
• Able to communicate sensitive information to patients.
• Ability to ensure equality and value diversity.
• Understand implications of lone working
• Demonstrates personal value that align with the Trust values
• Flexible attitude to work
• Motivated
• Evidence of self-development
• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Car owner/driver or suitable alternative transport to enable you to undertake the job

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

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clinics locations across the Fylde Coast

Clinics locations across the Fylde Coast

Clinics locations across the Fylde Coast

FY4 1TJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the individual requirements of patients and carers referred to District Nursing

Provide a high standard of evidence based nursing care to patients in the Community.

Use a high level of communication skills with patients and their families, including those with English as a second language or learning disabilities.

Actively seek to promote health both individually and to patients and carers.

Administer drugs within NMC guidelines.

Please read the full job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Registered Nurse level 1
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Current NMC registration
• Supervisor/Assessor competence or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• V150/V100/V300 Prescriber
• Evidence of CPD - Management of Leg Ulcers CPD Module
• Evidence of CPD - Tissue Viability CPD module

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Post registration experience
• Able to deal with difficult situations
• Ability to Identify and assess patients' needs
• Ability to use resources appropriately
• Multidisciplinary working
• Willingness to undertake further training specific to role

Desirable

• Previous community nursing experience

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Good team worker.
• Ability to organise self and others by prioritising and delegating as needed
• Good time management skills.
• Ability to educate others
• IT literate
• Clinical audit knowledge or ability to participate.
• Willing to develop professionally.
• Up to date knowledge of current NHS issues and aware of current trends in the NHS
• Ability to confidently make decisions based on evidence based practice
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to communicate sensitive information to patients.
• Ability to ensure equality and value diversity.
• Understand implications of lone working
• Demonstrates personal value that align with the Trust values
• Flexible attitude to work
• Car owner/driver or suitable alternative transport to enable you to undertake the job
• Motivated
• Evidence of self-development
• Ability to communicate effectively in English

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

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Eccleston HC

40 Raikes Road

Great Eccleston

PR3 0ZA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Driving is essential for this role. You will be required to have a full and valid UK driving licence and to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Mental Health)
• Preceptorship or working towards it
• Ability to take charge of a ward/case load regularly

Information Technology

Essential

• Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training

Personal Qualities/Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work with minimum supervision / unsupervised
• Ability to work in a team
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to use initiative / Able to positively influence others

Additional requirements

Essential

• Ability to meet contractual requirements and participate in 24 hour care
• A level of fitness and ability to participate and complete PMVA, Breakaway training and Manual Handling (practice and theory).
• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business.

Job specific experience

Essential

• Ability to supervise other staff

Managerial/supervisory experience

Essential

• Supervised experience gained during clinical placements
• Ability to mentor students

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Ann's Hospital

69 Haven Road

Poole

BH13 7LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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