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 an outstanding Bank Support Worker with a passion for delivering excellent care.

Youll have the opportunity to work bank shifts atDucks Halt.

At Ducks Halt, each person we support is unique, they have their own goals, needs and interests. We work with each individual to ensure that their life is filled with activities that they enjoy, whilst also supporting them to develop their life skills to enable them to live independently. We encourage and enable the individuals we support to lead a full and happy life.

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 flexibility while reaping the rewards of providing the very best care and making a huge difference to our service users and their families.

Your day-to-day

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care
• Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support
• Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way
• Assist with medical & welfare needs
• Report on medical & welfare needs as required
• Safeguard
• Maintain a safe, clean environment for all

Why Cygnet? Well offer you...£13.00 + an A/L entitlement on 12.1% per hour

• Flexible working with the opportunity for overtime
• Regular coaching & appraisal
• Expert supervision & peer support
• Employee discount savings

You are

• Genuinely driven with a desire to make a real difference in peoples lives
• An excellent communicator & a good team player
• Sensitive & 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 enhanced DBS check.

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. In this role youll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

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

Kirby-le-Soken

CO13 0DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See job description for full job description and main responsibilities.

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

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

• Health Professions Council - Licence to Practice
• Registered member of Royal College of Speech & Language Therapist

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech & Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with children in an education setting
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team/environment

Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
• Ability to work with the diverse needs of clients with complex communication difficulties

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Erith District Hospital

Park Crescent

Erith

DA8 3EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the link provided for the Candidate Pack, which contains further information and details regarding this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

Desirable

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Essential

• Please see link to Candidate Pack

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

Hampshire County Council

Address

Elizabeth II Court

The Castle

Winchester

Hampshire

SO23 8UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Due to the nature of the hours only applicants over the age of 18 can apply for this role.

Visa sponsorship is not possible for this role for either candidates or existing employees.Shifts:This service runs 24/7 365 days a year- A full range of shifts will need to be covered, including bank holidays, public holidays, weekends and include working nights / early hours. Please read FAQ for details on shifts- Flexibility is required.

• You are to be contracted to hours not days. Shift lengths and rota patterns you work will vary subject to the operational needs of the business - you may be asked to work anything from 8,10,11, or 12 hour shifts including overnight shifts for example. Notice will be given of any changes.
• To consider staff wellbeing consecutive shifts will have similar start times. (Usually working to a 3hr window)
• Staff will tend to work 3 out of 4 weekends.
• Staff will have 4-6 weeks notice of their allocated shifts.
• Where possible Rest Days will be scheduled together.
• rota patterns are subject to change and working shift lengths can vary and are subject to change at any time and in such circumstances

Training:Full training will be given to the successful candidates.

You will be placed on a training programme which will run Full Time 37.5 for the length of the course. It is a pre-requisite that candidates must successfully complete the each step of the training programme, including all examinations and Audits.Continued employment is conditional upon the successful completion of the mandatory training programme, which includes all required assessments and a preceptorship period. You must achieve a satisfactory pass in all components of this programme.

Assessment Centre; W/C - 05.10.26 (These dates are subject to change)

Conversion Courses:In time you will be placed on conversion classes covering all three areas, this is mandatory to the role (you will initially be allocated to one area which would primarily be 999, 111 and/or PTS). Each stage of the conversion training will include practical experience of working in that area. This offers a clear and structured career pathway, with ongoing development and training to support you in becoming fully skilled and competent ICC Call Handler

Failure to meet this requirement will be treated as a capability issue under the Employment Rights Act 1996 and NWAS Workforce Performance Management policy and procedure. If you do not successfully pass any aspect of the training course within the specified timeframe and to the required standard, the Trust reserves the right to terminate your employment on the grounds that you are unable to perform the role for which you were employed.We currently offer full-time positions (37.5 hours per week) but may consider 30+ hours

Multiple Adverts out?:If multiple adverts out candidates will only be invited to one site and will receive one interview and assessment therefore, please ensure you apply for the correct location in which you would like to be based. Assessments will need to be passed before the candidates can progress to interview.

Full training will be given to the successful candidates. You must be able to commit to the full length of the training programme - No leave is / will be permitted within the above training weeks Courses run on a Full Time 37.5hrs pw basis. It is a pre-requisite that candidates must successfully complete the each step of the training programme, including all examinations and Audits.

Sponsorship:Visa sponsorship is not possible for this role for either candidates or existing employees. The skill level and salary for this role does not meet the eligibility criteria for Skilled Worker/ Health and Care Worker visas as set out at gov.uk. Graduate visa holders should have no expectation of long-term employment through sponsorship. Additionally, your visa conditions and validity period must allow you to work in the role question and for a suitable period to allow training and execution without requiring sponsorship.

Person Specification

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Keyboard / data entry skills.
• Competent and confident user of computer-based information systems.
• Demonstrable verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to follow and interpret policy and procedures.
• Demonstrable effective listening, analytical and decision making skills
• Ability to deal with queries from the public/patients in a tactful and appropriate manner, demonstrating empathy and compassion

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent (one of which must be English), or in the absence of such, previous call handling/customer service experience.

Values & Behaviours

Essential

• Proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to use own initiative
• Maintaining and understanding client confidentiality
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Evidence of self-development and assisting others to develop
• Commitment to punctuality, flexible shift working, and understanding of 365 day/24 hour rostering.

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

North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust

Address

Estuary Point

Liverpool

L24 8RL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you take a look at the job description attached for full details of duties and responsibilities

Band 3 Plus potential salary including unsocial hours payments; from £31,500-£34,000pa depending on rota/pro rata.

This role involves handling emergency and urgent calls, including exposure to potentially traumatic and distressing situations such as serious illness, injury and death.

Candidates should be aware of the emotional demands of the role and carefully consider their personal resilience and wellbeing when applying.

We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and provide access to appropriate support mechanisms throughout training and employment. We encourage applicants to consider any support they may need and to discuss this with us at any stage of the recruitment process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 3 GCSE at Grade C or equivalent including English or higher qualification in any area, or previous experience of call answering in an extremely busy or stressful environment

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of undertaking additional training and a willingness to learn
• Ability to demonstrate resilience by remaining calm under pressure, the ability to juggle priorities when dealing with emergency situations and to make sound decisions.

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

North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various Locations across the North East

Newburn Riverside

Newcastle, Hebburn, Wynyard

NE15 8NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To ensure that the ECT Suite is appropriately prepared.

2. To ensure that all the equipment used during treatment has been checked and are in good working order.

3. To check that the waiting area is comfortable and private, and that a television and/ or music is available to promote a relaxed environment, if desired.

4. To ensure that oxygen, suction and medical/ surgical supplies are available for use during treatment.

5. To check that the patient’s consent form has been correctly completed and care plan is in place. That it complies with Mental Health Act requirements. To ensure the ECT care package is collated and correct, ready for use in each session.

6. To ensure that the patients’ medical notes are available on the ward during treatment, if indicated.

7. To check the patients name against his/ her identity band.

8. To ensure that the patient’s privacy and dignity is maintained at all times.

9. To ensure that the patient has been ‘nil by mouth’ for the period stated by the Anaesthetist prior to treatment, in conjunction with ECT care guidelines.

10.To adhere and complete all relevant documentation.

11.To ensure that accurate records of the patients treatment are up-to date and reflective of the treatment session.

12.To be responsible for the emergency and resuscitation equipment. To ensure it is maintained and in good working order.

13.To liaise between ward, community and medical staff.

14.To be a point of contact for ECTAS and ensure all ECTAS standards are delivered.

15.To assist in audit in relation to all aspects of ECT.

16.To be responsible for providing relevant documentation to ECTAS and Livewell Southwest.

17.Assist in the induction of all ECT staff.

18.Ensure that patients attending for ECT (and their relatives, careers where appropriate) receive information to their needs.

19.To practice in a manner consistent with the principles and standards of the service ensuring that national and local policies and guidelines are observed.

20.To ensure that the patient is fully informed about the rationale for their treatment and is involved in the implementation and evaluation of their treatment.

21.To provide support to patients following their prescribed treatment including supporting physical health and being able to recognise possible signs of decline in physical health and act accordingly.

22.Offer company and conversation both pre and post treatment if required, support patients to maintain and access a good food and fluid intake post treatment.

23.To complete all ECT checks prior to administration of ECT.

24.To work collaboratively with all disciplines and agencies involved in the ECT, acting as a resource for staff, patients, carers and relatives in relation to these services.

25.To participate in working groups as required.

26.To participate in Appraisal and Line Management.

Participate in service governance initiatives including audit, evaluation and reviews of the services.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Have competent level of training and experience in airway management and recovery procedures
• A minimum of one years experience of working in a Mental Health setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in a variety of Mental Health settings
• Acute Mental Health experience
• within an NHS type setting
• Working in a MDT
• Experience of emotional distress
• Experience of mental health services

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Team work Skills
• Able to take charge
• Administration skills
• Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Supervision of Junior staff
• Prioritising
• Regular training in Basic and Immediate Life Support to meet requirement of local protocols.
• Dependable, reliable and flexible working ability
• Responsible and self-motivated
• Able to manage own stress and recognise / support stress in others
• Flexible and approachable
• Ability to reflect constructively on practice
• Relate well to senior and junior staff

Desirable

• Specialist Counselling Skills
• Knowledge of ECT
• Willingness to participate in Teaching activity
• Interest in development opportunities
• Good team player

Qualifications

Essential

• Vocational Qualification Level III in Healthcare or able to demonstrate the ability, skills and knowledge to work at this level
• Effective Communication Skills
• Ability to contribute to the process of and the delivery of high standard of care as planned in care programme
• Team working skills
• Ability to participate in activities with patients

Desirable

• Record keeping skills
• Ability to work with minimum of supervision
• Time Management
• Computer skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Mental Health Act 1983
• Confidentiality
• Statutory requirements
• Networking with other agencies
• Ethical issues in relation to Mental Health

Desirable

• Knowledge of up to date ECT Guidelines

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

Livewell Southwest

Address

The Glenbourne Unit

Morlaix Drive

Plymouth

Devon

PL6 5AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

To independently manage a caseload of pre-school and school age children who have speech, language and communication difficulties.

To undertake a range of assessments, both standardised and non-standardised, taking account of medical, social and educational factors, in order to make a differential diagnosis

To plan, deliver and evaluate intervention following professional guidelines and agreed service standards

As part of that process, to be able to plan appropriate long term and short-term goals working towards discharge

To undertake administrative duties connected with the caseload including maintenance of case notes and provision of written reports, following service standards

To ensure that all work is carried out in close collaboration with all those involved in childrens care so that the approach to intervention and support is co-ordinated and comprehensive

To identify when there is a need for a second opinion, referring to senior colleagues or SLT specialists as appropriate

To make onward referral as appropriate

To identify any variations to service delivery or demands and inform the Locality Co-ordinator and Area & Clinical Lead of the likely impact on the service

Policy & service development

To contribute towards policy, clinical governance and service development through discussion and involvement in projects as appropriate

To be familiar with local and national standards and to work in line with these

To ensure that parents/carers are aware of the standards they should expect from the speech and language therapy service

Communication

To ensure effective communication of complex condition-related information to parents/carers regarding the assessment process, assessment findings and planned intervention, including engagement of parents/carers in intervention

To ensure children are involved in goal setting and decision making around their own care as appropriate to their age, developmental level and language skills

To ensure parents/carers are involved in decision making around their childs care including discharge from the service

To liaise effectively and work in partnership with other professionals (particularly teachers and teaching assistants), including the development of shared goals for intervention

To write reports on children, in line with service standards, including contributions to statutory assessment

To offer advice to others concerning support for individual children

To actively contribute to case conferences/ review meetings for children on the caseload

To recognise how and when information may be shared within the bounds of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act

To attend SLT team meetings, actively contributing as appropriate

Contribute to the Trusts internal communication strategies ensuring effective two-way communication and engagement within the organisation

Contribute to the Trusts external communication strategies working with the Head of Communications to raise awareness and promote the reputation of Trusts services.

Patient and Public Engagement

To contribute to ensuring that the Trusts responsibilities to engage and consult with patients and the public are met in line with statutory requirements

Training

To participate in training other professionals/ parents as appropriate

To identify training needs in the multi-disciplinary team needed to support the care of children on the caseload

To attend all Trust mandatory training

People Management

To supervise SLT assistants/ teaching assistants/volunteers as appropriate

To mentor newly qualified SLTs providing support and contributing to induction with guidance from more senior colleagues

To offer observation sessions for SLT students as agreed with the supervising therapist

Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in appraisal and KSF process

Research & Development Activity

To maintain and update skills and knowledge in relevant areas

To develop and monitor own clinical expertise in specialist area through planned CPD

To participate in service audit and projects as agreed with the Service Lead

To actively reflect on practice with peers and more senior colleagues to promote professional development and evidence-based decision making

To be advised on developments in current practice by more senior colleagues

Clinical and Practice Governance

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

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

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

The post holder must adhere to infection control policies and procedures

It is a condition of your employment that you are currently registered with HCPC and it is your responsibility to maintain your professional registration.

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

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

Provide patients and their families /carers with information on standards they should expect from the team.

Participate in clinical supervision on a regular basis.

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

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in Speech and Language Therapy
• Registered Member of RCSLT
• Registered Member of HCPC

Desirable

• Evidence of commitment to CPD

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in community clinics (at undergraduate/post graduate level)

Desirable

• Working in a mainstream school
• Working in a special school

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Knowledge about developmental speech and language disorders
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to convey sensitive or distressing information to parents/carers
• Good problem solving skills

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults

Essential

• Appreciates the significance of safeguarding and interprets this accurately for all individual children and young people/vulnerable adults whatever their life circumstances.

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

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

Address

Chesterton Medical Centre

35 Union Lane

Cambridge

CB4 1PX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed Job Description is attached. Main responsibilities include:

• Providing a clinical psychology service to clients of the Greenwich CAMHS Adolescent Team, providing highly specialist psychological assessment and intervention.
• Offering advice and consultation on clients psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues and to other, non professional carers and providing supervision to clinical psychologists/psychological therapists and trainees.
• Providing initial assessment and care coordination for a defined number of young people whose care is provided by the Adolescent Team.
• Offering supervision to more junior staff.
• Working autonomously within professional guidelines, consistent with CYP-IAPT principles and within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to overall service delivery as required.
• Utilising research skills to lead on audit, policy and service development and research within the area served by the team/service.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration
• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent

Desirable

• Other relevant qualification (eg MSc, Post Grad diploma)
• Training in specialist therapy relevant to post
• Training in supervision (beyond basic induction training)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people in NHS settings
• Experience of consulting to other professionals and agencies
• Experience of MDT working in the NHS

Desirable

• Experience of supervising
• Experience of delivering teaching/training

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Appropriate skills and knowledge of risk assessment/management in the client group
• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management

Desirable

• Demonstrates knowledge of how to apply research and audit specific to the post
• Demonstrates knowledge of wider policy context relevant to post
• Possesses transferable skills from other posts (not already scored) which are relevant to the post
• Demonstrates awareness of power and diversity issues
• Description of knowledge and skills has been made specific to the post advertised

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Highpoint House

Shooters Hill

Greenwich

SE18 3RZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Expert knowledge of information governance and data protection acquired through qualification to graduate degree level, or equivalent relevant experience.

Desirable

• Post-graduate level qualification in a relevant discipline, or equivalent working experience.
• Professional qualification in data protection (e.g. BCS, ISEB or CIPP/E).
• Relevant accredited qualification such as BCS Practitioner Certificate in Freedom of Information.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working in an Information Governance role.
• Experience working within an NHS organisation or similar public body, preferably an acute Trust.
• Experience of writing key information governance documents, including policies and procedures, data protection impact assessments, privacy notices, etc. Ability to tailor such documents to the specific audience.
• Experience in conducting IG related research in order to perform role, such as locating and interpreting relevant national guidance or legislation.
• Preparation of Freedom of Information Act and/or Subject Access Request responses with practical experience of the exemptions, the public interest and prejudice tests, collaborating with colleagues to finalise responses.

Desirable

• Preparing and coordinating evidence for the annual Data Security & Protection Toolkit submission.
• Experience in assisting and supporting colleagues with urgent response activities such a personal data breach response and urgent project / programme issues.
• Assisting in the investigation of IG incidents in line with NHS, ICO and UK GDPR requirements.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Expert knowledge of GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000, and awareness of other relevant legislation such as the Access to Health Records Act 1990.
• Knowledge of the SIRO role, its responsibilities, the inter- relationship with Information Security, Cyber Security, Information Governance and Information Assets and their Owners.
• An awareness of the NHS research process as well as the role of completing DPIAs as part of innovative or otherwise high-risk projects.
• Ability to translate complex information, including legislative details, into accessible, practical language.
• Ability to appropriately challenge and negotiate with senior members of staff where required.

Desirable

• Familiarity with document redaction using specialised software.
• Understanding of the specific structure and data challenges within a multi-site NHS Trust.
• An awareness of cyber security with some knowledge of data security frameworks e.g. Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Recognition of own personal boundaries and when to refer matters to others/senior colleagues.
• Able to manage time and priorities appropriately, operating on own initiative towards agreed objectives.
• Positive attitude towards learning and development, demonstrated by a record of continuing professional development.

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

2 Claremont Place

Sheffield

S10 2TB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sth.nhs.uk (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.

Would you like to explore a rewarding career experience as an Occupational Therapy Assistant?

About Us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988 as an independent provider of health and social care services in England, Scotland and Wales.

• Your Role:Occupational Therapist Assistant
• Working hours:40 Hours per week
• Salary: £29,642.55, post probation £30,186.45 and at 18 months £ 30,730.35.
• Service Line:Learning Disability/ Mental Health
• Location:Cygnet Hospital Colchester, Boxted Rd, Mile End, Colchester CO4 5HF
• Responsible to:Head of Occupational Therapy and Regional Lead Occupational Therapist

Summary of the site

Cygnet Hospital Colchester is a 59 bed service providing a range of intensive support and rehabilitation services for men with learning disabilities, autism spectrum disorders or mental health needs.

The aim of our services is assessment, stabilisation, treatment and engagement, with a view to supporting service users in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs. Our services are recovery-focused, with the aim of preparing individuals for a move to rehabilitation or step-down services, and ultimately, back into the community wherever possible.

The team at Colchester consists of nurs es, psychologists, psychology assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and psychiatrists as well as 24/7 support from the nursing team. This means that we are able to meet the changing needs of our service users as they progress through their care pathway, while ensuring their safety is maintained and their independence supported.

Main duties of the job

The Occupational Therapy Assistant role involves planning and implementing therapeutic activities appropriate to the needs, choices and interests of individuals in our care, under the supervision and guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist.

The Occupational Therapy Assistant will also be working with the in-house MDT which is designed to support the individual in our care throughout their journey with us.

Occupational Therapy Directorate

Under the leadership of our occupational therapy directors we support over 150 Occupational Therapists and over 160 OT support staff. Working together as a large team we provide support to each other across the group, with the opportunity to be part of specialist interest groups & become involved in service development.

Every service line has a clinical lead occupational therapist to lead and develop evidence based practice and agreed occupational therapy pathway.

We ensure our occupational therapy team members have a voice through participating in service model development, utilising the expertise and support of our clinical lead occupational therapists.

Occupational Therapy Assistant Preceptorship & Induction:

Starting a new job can be daunting, which is why we have a robust induction process that enables you to shadow staff, discuss your learning and receive expert support to develop into your role. We offer an Occupational Therapy Assistant preceptorship programme in your first12 months to support and consolidate core skills. We also offer regular, virtual Q&A se ssions with our clinical lead OT and networking with other OT Assistants and Activity Coordinators in your service line.

Reasons why you should make an application today

• We care about people in our services
• Expert clinical supervision with an occupational therapist Induction & service line training in area of specialism
• Dedicated CPD time for peer support, skill development and specialist training We support and develop you to build skills and confidence for the next level in your career.

Cygnet Health Care Benefits

• Free parking
• Free meals for staff on duty
• Relocation package available
• Group pension plan helping you save for your future
• NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts)
• Wellbeing centre with exercises, recipes, financial and mental health advice.
• Plus much more

A career at Cygnet comes with excellent benefits. Whether its saving you money on the high street, with healthcare, holidays & leisure or securing your future with professional development and a pension we support you to be happy both in & out of work.

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

If you would like to discuss this role with the recruiting occupational therapist or arrange an informal visit, wed be more than happy to facilitate this. Please contact: Emmanuel Ozowara [email protected]

RequirementsThe successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

*Recruitment agencies please note: Speculative emails are not to be sent directly to our clinical staff, these need to go via our internal recruitment team. If speculative candidates are sent directly to a member of the clinical team, we will consider these candidates as our own*

What next?

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

Click the button to apply

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

Colchester

CO4 5HF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (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 an outstandingBank Driver who lives locally, within a3 mile radius to Cygnet Hospital Hexham ( NE46 4JR),with a passion for making a difference to others.

Youll be working Bank Hours at our site in Hexham helping maintain a safe and healthy environment for the people travelling in our care.

Cygnet Hospital Hexham is our 27 bed mental health facility for women with complex mental health needs. The hospital is built to meet the latest national specifications for improving mental health within a therapeutic environment.

Situated amongst the soft fields and meadows of the Tyne valley, which is known for its abbey, leafy parks, and mix of independent shops, the hospital will provide an important and much-needed service for service users within the North East of England.

With us, youll have the chance to progress your career in a vibrant, supportive culture tailored to help you thrive.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while being part of an organisation that cares about helping people.

Your day-to-day

Weare looking fora Driver to provide transport for escort visits for both service users andstaff.Thorough vehicle checks to ensure Safety ChecksReporting of any problems and compliance with Health & Safety and company protocols.Bubbly personality and great comm unication skillsValid, clean driving license (Essential)

Why Cygnet? Well offer you£13.00 per/hour plus 12.1% holiday allowance.

An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship schemeExpert supervision & supportEmployee referral schemeEnhanced maternityFree Health Cash plan24 hours free GP support lineFree life assurance coverFree eye testsCar lease discountsDiscounted gym membershipFree mortgage broker and Insurance coverPension schemeEmployee NHS - discount savings (Blue light Card)Cycle to Work schemeSmart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Cygnet has 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.

What next?

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

Click the button to apply

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

Hexham

NE46 4JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details on the advertised role.

Person Specification

NA

Essential

• Relevant degree or equivalent level of experience

Desirable

• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate group work and to positively engage participants in learning and development
• Ability to develop new projects and interventions in line with service aims, taking on a lead role as required

Skills

Essential

• Ability to deliver individual packages of care, including assessment, recovery planning, and psychosocial interventions
• Ability to engage, support and challenge service users to enable progression towards recovery goals
• Ability to maintain accurate, detailed and timely records via case recording, data management systems and written reports
• Ability to work collaboratively with co-workers, prison and community colleagues to ensure that interventions are integrated and service users have access to a wide range of resources
• Ability to work at a fast pace, organising and prioritising caseloads and tasks via effective time management skills
• Ability to maintain a focus on the users of services, their families and their communities to ensure that this commitment is central to everything we do

Desirable

• Ability to plan, deliver and evaluate group work and to positively engage participants in learning and development
• Ability to develop new projects and interventions in line with service aims, taking on a lead role as required

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

Spectrum Community Health CIC

Address

HMP/YOI Styal

Styal Road

Wilmslow, Cheshire

SK9 4HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://spectrum-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Recruitment Process

The recruitment process consists of 3 stages. Candidates successful at each stage will progress to the next stage.

1. Application online application form, answering questions explaining clearly how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. Use the additional information section to provide information on all relevant experience.
2. Assessment session an online assessment session gauging your listening and understanding skills, critical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. You will need to have access to a webcam and a laptop or PC to do the assessments (you will need to use a keyboard).
3. Interview a face-to-face interview, discussing your skills, experience and providing an opportunity for you to find out more about the role.

Qualifications and Training

Essential:

Good all-round education (i.e. 2 GCSEs at equivalent of grade 4 or above including English), or equivalent demonstrable experience in a similar role

For safeguarding reasons this role is only open to people aged over 18 years of age

Desirable:

NHS Pathways Trained

NVQ 2/3 Customer Services or equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential:

Experience in a customer/patient services environment, dealing with the members of the general public

Experience of using a computerised system

Experience of using a telephone as a regular means of communication in a work environment

Desirable:

Experience in a call centre environment

Geographical knowledge of the operational area

Experience of working rotating shifts

Previous experience of working in the voluntary or health sector

Previous experience of patient care

Knowledge of first aid and/or anatomy

For full information on the role and essential and desirable criteria, please see the links to Job Description and Person Specification to the right of the advert.

Disability support

If you have any queries relating to disability and the role or recruitment process, get in touch at [email protected]

Please be advised that South Central Ambulance Service reserves the right to close this campaign earlier than the advertised closing date.

Please note, staff affected by theinternal corporate review may be considered ahead of other applicants, depending on their at risk status (please see Organisational Change Procedure and Redeployment)

Flexible working requests will be considered in line with business requirements

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good all round education (i.e. 2 GCSEs at equivalent of grade 4 or above including English), or equivalent demonstrable experience in a similar role

Desirable

• NHS Pathways Trained
• NVQ 2/3 Customer Services or equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in a customer/patient services environment, dealing with the members of the general public
• Experience of using computerised systems
• Experience of using a telephone as a regular means of communication in a work environment

Desirable

• Experience in a call centre environment
• Geographical knowledge of the operational area
• Experience of working rotating shifts
• Previous experience of working in the voluntary or health sector
• Previous experience of patient care
• Knowledge of first aid and/or anatomy

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

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southern House

Sparrowgrove

Winchester

SO21 2RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We provide a comprehensive training programme designed to support you every step of the way.

Your Training Journey

• First 4 weeks: Classroom training, MonFri, 08:3016:30
• Next steps:
  • 10 one-to-one coaching shifts.
  • 8 shifts, 5 calls from your final 2 shifts will be selected randomly for audit.
  • Final sign-off observation with Education Team.

These will be full-time hours, and attendance is mandatory throughout the programme.

Ready to make a difference?

Join a team that saves lives, supports communities, and values every single person who walks through the door.

The Application Journey

1. Online Application tell us why youre a great fit
2. Online Assessments listening, problem-solving & critical thinking
3. Interview your chance to shine

Apply now your future with NHS Emergency Call Taker starts here.

If you have any queries relating to disability and the role or recruitment process, get in touch at: [email protected]

Please note original qualification certificates to meet the person specification for this role will be required, if you dont have copies of these, you will need to request replacement certificates by visiting: gov.uk/replacement-exam-certificate.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Good standard of education (i.e 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English) or equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Experience of using a computerised system

Desirable

• Experience of working in a call centre
• Experience of working rotating shifts
• Previous NHS experience
• Previous experience of patient care

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Attention to detail and accurate data entry skills
• Ability to use communication and computerised systems.

Desirable

• Map reading.

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

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northern House

Talisman Road

Bicester

OX26 6HR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Recruitment Process

The recruitment process consists of 3 stages. Candidates successful at each stage will progress to the next stage.

1. Application online application form, answering questions explaining clearly how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role. Use the additional information section to provide information on all relevant experience.
2. Assessment session an online assessment session gauging your listening and understanding skills, critical thinking skills and problem-solving skills. You will need to have access to a webcam and a laptop or PC to do the assessments (you will need to use a keyboard).
3. Interview a face-to-face interview, discussing your skills, experience and providing an opportunity for you to find out more about the role.

Qualifications and Training

Essential:

Good all-round education (i.e. 2 GCSEs at equivalent of grade 4 or above including English), or equivalent demonstrable experience in a similar role

For safeguarding reasons this role is only open to people aged over 18 years of age

Desirable:

NHS Pathways Trained

NVQ 2/3 Customer Services or equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential:

Experience in a customer/patient services environment, dealing with the members of the general public

Experience of using a computerised system

Experience of using a telephone as a regular means of communication in a work environment

Desirable:

Experience in a call centre environment

Geographical knowledge of the operational area

Experience of working rotating shifts

Previous experience of working in the voluntary or health sector

Previous experience of patient care

Knowledge of first aid and/or anatomy

For full information on the role and essential and desirable criteria, please see the links to Job Description and Person Specification to the right of the advert.

Disability support

If you have any queries relating to disability and the role or recruitment process, get in touch at [email protected]

Please be advised that South Central Ambulance Service reserves the right to close this campaign earlier than the advertised closing date.

Please note, staff affected by theinternal corporate review may be considered ahead of other applicants, depending on their at risk status (please see Organisational Change Procedure and Redeployment)

Flexible working requests will be considered in line with business requirements

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good all round education (i.e. 2 GCSEs at equivalent of grade 4 or above including English), or equivalent demonstrable experience in a similar role

Desirable

• NHS Pathways Trained
• NVQ 2/3 Customer Services or equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in a customer/patient services environment, dealing with the members of the general public
• Experience of using computerised systems
• Experience of using a telephone as a regular means of communication in a work environment

Desirable

• Experience in a call centre environment
• Geographical knowledge of the operational area
• Experience of working rotating shifts
• Previous experience of working in the voluntary or health sector
• Previous experience of patient care
• Knowledge of first aid and/or anatomy

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

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southern House

Sparrowgrove

Otterbourne

SO21 2RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We provide a comprehensive training programme designed to support you every step of the way.

Your Training Journey

• First 4 weeks: Classroom training, MonFri, 08:0016:00
• Next steps:
  • 10 one-to-one coaching shifts.
  • 8 shifts, 5 calls from your final 2 shifts will be selected randomly for audit.
  • Final sign-off observation with Education Team.

These will be full-time hours, and attendance is mandatory throughout the programme.

Ready to make a difference?

Join a team that saves lives, supports communities, and values every single person who walks through the door.

The Application Journey

1. Online Application tell us why youre a great fit
2. Online Assessments listening, problem-solving & critical thinking
3. Interview your chance to shine

Apply now your future with NHS Emergency Call Taker starts here.

If you have any queries relating to disability and the role or recruitment process, get in touch at: [email protected]

Please note original qualification certificates to meet the person specification for this role will be required, if you dont have copies of these, you will need to request replacement certificates by visiting: gov.uk/replacement-exam-certificate.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• GuidanceScore Good standard of education (i.e 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above including English) or equivalent demonstrable experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Experience of using a computerised system

Desirable

• Geographical knowledge of the Operational area
• Experience of working in a call centre
• Experience of working rotating shifts
• Previous NHS experience
• Previous experience of patient care

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Attention to detail and accurate data entry skills.
• Ability to use communication and computerised systems.

Desirable

• Map reading.

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

South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southern House

Sparrowgrove, Otterbourne

Winchester

SO21 2RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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