Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner to join our Adult Community Mental Health Team service, based at Chorley Health Centre, Chorley.

You will join a friendly team who are committed to their own development and who are, outgoing and sociable. The team is also flexible and family friendly where everyone's individualised cases are considered to help manage work-life balance where possible.

We are looking for a Core registered mental health practitioner, with post qualification experience in working clinically with service users experiencing a range of mental health problems, who are able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team, and has experience in assessing, planning, implementing and reviewing care needs and pathways with complex mental health issues.

We require someone who has great knowledge of medications and how to monitor them. Particularly psychotropic medications including Clozaril and Lithium.

You will also be required to have experience and knowledge of risk assessment and care and safety management, the ability to explore issues relating to the impact of health and social needs in mental health and well-being. We take a multi-disciplinary approach, in a holistic way.

You will also be expected to take part in our Duty system on a rotational basis as a back up duty officer.

The Chorley Team thrive on being innovative and working collaboratively with service users and their wider families and carers.

Main duties of the job

About Chorley CMHT:

Chorley CMHT is an ambitious and collaborative team that takes pride in supporting both the people who use our services and one another. We are continually developing our pathways and partnerships to provide timely, coordinated care and help people remain well within their communities wherever possible.

You will be joining a team that reflects the Trust values: we are always learning, we are respectful, we are kind and we are a team.

Provide comprehensive assessment, advice and treatment to people with highly complex needs referred to Community Services in accordance with care pathways for given specialism

Deliver specialist interventions in accordance with care pathways for given specialism

Work closely with other professionals within and outside the Community Team

Actively supports the Team Leader/Advanced Practitioner in the achievement of KPI / CQUIN and related County Council targets, and maintenance of registration with regulating bodies

Take the lead on specific objectives as directed by the Team Lead and Clinical Team Lead

Provide supervision and direction to practitioners and support staff within community services, undertaking appraisals and supporting the personal development of colleagues

The post holder will have a positive attitude to the care of the service users, be adaptable and resourceful and will be required to work regularly without direct supervision.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Mental Health Nurse, Social Worker or Occupational Therapist to joint the Pennine West Home Based Treatment Team. We are looking for a highly motivated, innovative and a dedicated practitioner to provide care and treatment for those service users who require support from the Home Based Treatment Team.

This dynamic and driven multi-disciplinary team offer an alternative to psychiatric hospital admission, supporting service users in acute mental health crisis in their homes, as well as supporting loved ones and carers during this period.

The team are passionate about providing person centred care, tailoring care plans to suit the needs of all individuals involved during the care spell and providing a range of psychosocial interventions during their admission.

The team are required to thoroughly risk assess situations and have access to a supportive leadership team to support such complex cases.

Staff wellbeing and development is paramount and well supported in this team.

The post holder will be supported with their professional development as part of their appraisal process, and regular 1:1 supervision is provided.

You will be able to demonstrate that you reflect Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LCSFT) values of: We are Kind, We Are Always Learning, We are Respectful, We are a Team.

You will have experience of working with service users who present with complex mental health needs.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will:

Undertake collaborative care planning with service users and their carers.

Undertake risk assessment and record risks in line with the trust policy

Undertake shift co-ordination when allocated to do so.

Participate in Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) and agree plans with patients in relation to their care.

Maintain their knowledge of evidence based home treatment interventions and deliver these interventions in line with service use care.

Undertake collaborative care planning with services users and their carers.

Undertake gatekeeping assessments to ensure service users are treated in the least restrictive environment.

Undertake allocation of shift co-ordination.

You should be able to demonstrate evidence of care that facilitates a positive culture of patient engagement, a commitment to enhancing the service user and carer experience and of on-going professional development.

You will have experience of implementing effective, evidence based care management / assessment skills and display excellent communication skills.

The post holder will be able to work independently as well as being committed to a multi-disciplinary team Approach (MDT) both of which are essential requirements for the post.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

Mental Health Senior Support Worker - Driver

Manual Licence only

Bury, Lancashire

£ 28138.50 - £30205.50 (based on experience)

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Shift patterns will include :

Early - 7am - 3.30pm

Late - 2pm - 10.30pm

Early/late- 8am-7.30pm/10am-9.30pm

You may be required to cover Waking Night shifts on occasions for holiday/absence reasons;

Waking Night - 8.30pm - 7.30am

Main duties of the job

Essential requirements of a Senior Support Worker

Level 2 NVQ qualification in care

Driver with full manual licence

Flexibility - Your role will involve working shifts including weekends and Bank Holidays

Must be able to attend training throughout employment which will be held on weekdays.

Good written skills and the ability to write basic reports and record information accurately.

Basic IT skills (Your role will involve some computer work, completing forms, using an online care system, and writing emails)

Good verbal communication skills and the ability to listen to others.

An ability to maintain a professional working boundary.

Ability to remain calm in emergencies, supporting others during difficult situations.

Desirable Criteria of a Senior Support Worker

NVQ Level 3 diploma or equivalent in Care or willingness to work towards it

• Previous experience of working with young people who have mental health needs.

About us

Care in Mind provide residential services for young people aged 16-30 years old. The young people we care for often require a high level of support to assist with difficulties they may have from self-harming, behaviour, and emotional difficulties. Our aim is to support the young people using a therapeutic approach to help them achieve their individual goals, in preparation for transition to adult life.

Company Benefits

• Minimum 30 days holiday.
• An additional day off each year for your birthday.
• Enhanced company sick pay.
• Enhanced company pension.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave.
• Paid time off for fertility treatment.
• Life Assurance (2 x annual salary).
• Electric Car salary sacrifice scheme.
• Healthcare CashPlan with costs provided towards dental and optical care and a range of other healthcare treatments and benefits.
• Employee Assistance Programme/24-hour Counselling Service.
• Free eye tests and various other benefits.
• Excellent Learning and Development opportunities (Level 3 in Adult Health & Social Care and support with completion of the Care Certificate).
• Paid Training, Induction and DBS check.
• We are a Mindful & Disability Confident Employer.
• We are a supporter of the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter.
• We are a Menopause Friendly Organisation.
• Long service awards.
• Social events including a Christmas party.
• Blue Light Card to access further shopping discounts.
• Refer a Friend Scheme (Up to £500 per referral).
• Free onsite parking.

Job summary

Consultant Psychiatrist - Fully registered medical practitioner.

Permanent - Part time 22.5 hours per week.

Full UK driving license with access to vehicle for work purposes.

This is a community post and requires travel between locations in Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire and Yorkshire, although you will be working alongside other medics to minimise travel where possible. Reviews mainly take place face-to-face but there is an option for remote working up to 1 day per week, according to service needs.

This is a great opportunity for a motivated Consultant Psychiatrist with substantial mental health expertise to take on a senior clinical leadership role within a well-established service. This is a part-time post of 0.6 WTE (6 PAs), worked flexibly across the week as agreed. You will work alongside a second Consultant Psychiatrist and a Speciality Doctor colleague within a strong multi-disciplinary team, which includes Clinical Nurse Specialists, Clinical Psychologists, Psychotherapists, a Dietician, Residential Managers and Support Workers. You will be supported in your career, with study leave available and excellent opportunities for continuing professional development.

Main duties of the job

Essential Criteria:

Full UK Driving License

Medical Practitioner with GMC Specialist Registration, on the Specialist Register for General Adult Psychiatry or Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (or within 6 months of CCT/CESR award at the time of interview)

Approval under Section 12(2) MHA 1983/current Approved Clinician status, or eligibility to apply

Experience managing complex mental health presentations in community or in-patient settings

Excellent oral and written communication skills and organisational abilities

Leadership skills and ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of an MDT

Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty, providing senior clinical decision-making and support to the wider team

Desirable Criteria:

Experience of working with Complex Emotional Needs and complex trauma presentations

Experience of eating disorders, in either an inpatient or community setting

Knowledge of systemic models

Knowledge of attachment disorders

Knowledge of neurodevelopmental assessments

Experience of clinical and/or educational supervision of junior medical staff

About us

We are seeking a part-time Consultant Psychiatrist to join Care in Mind, a unique specialist mental health supported residential care service based in the North of England. We work with a range of young people and young adults between the ages of 16-30 years, who have complex mental health presentations including Complex Emotional Needs and Eating Disorders, with associated risk issues. Our CQC registered services are all provided in partnership with the NHS and local authorities.

Over the past 15 years we have built a reputation for working effectively with many complex young people, who have often spent long periods in hospital or secure care or have had multiple failed placements. We are proud of our outcomes in terms of working collaboratively with young people to stabilise them in placement, support them in reducing risks and work with them toward independence.

Job summary

As a band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse, you will be a visible personality on the ward who is able to take control of situations and manage the general day to day running of the ward, in the ward manager's absence. You will need to be approachable and supportive to all staff and be able to offer advice and guidance when needed. You will lead by example and support junior staff to maintain the ward's high standards.

Main duties of the job

We currently have vacancy for a permanent band 6 position on ward 25.

We are seeking an innovative, highly motivated forward thinking nurse who has the ability to manage a busy ward on a daily basis using expert clinical knowledge and judgement whilst providing support to staff. You will be expected to have both a 'hands on' approach in providing high quality care and have a visible and approachable presence on the ward in order to support junior staff with their role. You will also be expected to support the ward manager with general management duties and have an understanding of the varying factors that affect patient care and experience, staff development and must comply with Trust Policies at all times.

This is a permanent position.

The successful candidate will be supported by the ward manager and matron.

For more information and an informal chat please contact Cathrine Gonul on 01253 953425.

About us

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

Job summary

The centralised decontamination unit is looking for an enthusiastic and flexible team member to assist in the decontamination and delivery of endoscopes to our user areas within the hospital.

The successful candidate will enjoy a challenge and be team orientated but able to work on their own initiative.

In return you will work in a friendly supportive team and be given an induction period which will train you to work within the controlled systems, processes and guidelines in the unit.

Main duties of the job

The Endoscopy Decontamination Unit decontaminates all clinical and medical devices which can be reprocessed.

The functions of the department are undertaken with adherence to the Quality Management System ISO 13485 2012/2016 and compliance with Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust policies and procedures.

• To decontaminate and supply Endoscopes to departments within Blackpool Victoria Hospital
• Work to deadlines, assuring the quality and safe use of all instruments and of all equipment that is prepared, prior to decontamination for all user groups
• Ensure compliance with required standards, documented procedures and work instructions
• Support the Vision and Values of the Trust

About us

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

Job summary

There is no sponsorship for this vacancy

The post holder will work as an integral part of the ward team ensuring a high quality service to patients. He/She will be responsible for the co-ordination of all patient facilities in the ward area and ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment.

The main elements of the role are insuring the effective provisions of catering, cleaning and maintenanceservices on the ward. You will also be required to undertake other non-clinical duties to meet individual patientneeds as determined by the ward sister/charge nurse and to liaise with support service departments.To assist the Ward Sister/Charge Nurse to ensure the appropriate and effective delivery of facilities services inorder to properly maintain the patient environment.The post holder must comply with all relevant policies, procedures and training on infection prevention andcontrol.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of this role are

To establish a pleasant and welcoming atmosphere and environment for patients, visitors and staff.- To assist in monitoring and maintaining cleaning standards on the ward, including bed area and isolation areas, are safe and tidy at all times-To ensure that all alcohol gel dispensers, paper towels, are replenished, thus contributing to the prevention of cross infection from one person to another.- To take responsibility for the hygiene standards of the kitchen area. To monitor fridge temperature, and take action where necessary. Ensure food in fridge is labelled, dated and any out of date food disposedof.

That all patients are provided with appropriate meals and beverages at regular intervals throughout the day.- To ensure the completion of menus are done in an appropriate manner, and cancel meals if no longer required.- To ensure that cleanliness of patient tables are maintained pre and post meals.

- To offer assistance to patients before and after meals to cleanse their hands.- To ensure patients have an appropriate supply of cold drinking water and a clean glass.- To ensure that patients have the appropriate help they require with eating and drinking.- Report to a trained member of staff if a patient doesn't eat their meal.- Adhere to the protected meal time policy when this is in place on the ward.

About us

Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.

As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.

Job summary

Welcome to FCMS!

Post: Driver/Receptionist

Pay: Standard rate is £13.00 per hour plus evening, weekend and bank holiday enhancements

Hours: Bank Flexible hours to cover evenings, weekends, overnights and bank holidays.

Accountable to: Operational Specialist

Base: West Lancs (Ormskirk) Out Of Hours Service based within Ormskirk General Hospital

*Please note that our roles are not being considered for sponsorship at this time*

Overview of the Role: As a Receptionist / Driver you will behelping to deliver a safe and quality Out Of Hours GP service where you will also act as a driver to clinicians when home visits are required.

Main duties of the job

This is a Patient facing role where you will be representing FCMS at the OOH reception desk, greeting and assisting patients where necessary including other reception duties in line with the operational duties of the service. You will also be providing a professional and high-quality driving service for the GP Out of Hours Service to enable our Clinicians to complete home visits when required.

About us

The ethos of FCMS as a social enterprise, health and wellbeing services provider is to be passionate in its drive to ensure that patients and callers remain the central focus of all that it does. Coupled with excellent and well-established clinical governance systems and extremely effective operational expertise, it has meant that the company has the ability to strategically visualise, develop, and implement award winning services.

Over many years we have invested in our staff so that we have a core team of highly trained individuals who can manage the needs of our patients and callers. Our staff are able to significantly improve the service delivery and user experience due to their considerable experience and commitment to what they do.

Come and be a part of our amazing team!

We offer NHS Pension

Cycle to Work Scheme

Career Development Opportunities

Attendance Bonus

Staff Benefit Scheme

Free Tea & Coffee

Eye Care Contributions

Job summary

Consultant Psychiatrist (General Adult Inpatients) - Blackpool (10 PA)

*RRP payment Payable*

This post will attract a Recruitment & Retention Premia of £40k (subject to tax and NI) payable on commencement of employment.

Eligibility criteria do apply. Please note that staff currently employed by the Trust would not be eligible to apply for this recruitment and retention premia.

We are excited to advertise for 2 x General Adult Consultant to join us working in inpatients at The Harbour, Blackpool. The post is substantive and full time (10 PAs).

You will be expected to participate on the Consultant On Call rota, for which additional remuneration is payable.

Post 1; 18 bedded male acute ward (Churchill)

Post 2; 18 bedded female acute ward (Stevenson)

Both posts have SAS Doctors and Resident Doctors established.

Flexible Job Plan option

We're really keen to 'think outside the box' and support interested applicants who may be considering a part time or job share option for this post.

Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss further, if you're looking to work less than full time.

The Harbour MH hospital is a state of the art unit based just off junction 4 on the M55. The M55 connects with the M6 and tends to be a really quiet connecting motorway, with rarely any delays. The Harbour is 2 mins from Junction 4 off the M55.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be a leading member of the well-established, in-patient, multidisciplinary teams based at the Harbour and will have the following important clinical responsibilities:

o Responsible Clinician for a defined caseload.o Assessment of patients referred by the community teams and responsibility for any of admissions at the Harbour Hospital.o Out of Hours Cover.

Applicants should hold full GMC registration and be included on the Specialist register of the GMC or they should be eligible for entry to the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.It is a requirement that applicants are Section 12 Approved at the time of commencing employment and have or are eligible to have Approved Clinician Status. Remuneration will be as set out in the terms of the New Consultant Contract according to previous experience.

About us

The role:

o At least 2.5 SPAs as standard for a full time post (we would be flexible in looking at enhancements to support other activities that support the wider ambitions of the Trust).o Excellent peer support groupo Study leave budget of £3000 over 3 years or up to £5000 over 3 years for newly qualified Consultantso Opportunities to be a clinical supervisoro £8k Relocation package available should you need to move for the jobo £40k (gross) premia payable on commencement

At our Trust, we're really keen to develop our Consultant workforce and nurture their areas of interest in a flexible way where possible. Come and have a chat with us about what your special interest or development area and build a suitable job plan with us. We also have an extremely active Medical Education department and support our Consultants in becoming Clinical & Educational Supervisors and nurturing their interests in this area. There are also opportunities to have a role in Digital Leadership if this is a passion for any of our Consultants.

Job summary

Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult Community Psychiatry, Barrow-in-Furness (10PA)

*RRP payment Payable*

This post will attract a Recruitment & Retention Premia of £40k (subject to tax and NI) payable on commencement of employment.

Eligibility criteria do apply. Please note that staff currently employed by the Trust would not be eligible to apply for this recruitment and retention premia.

We are seeking to recruit a substantive Consultant Psychiatrist to join Furness Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). The post is full time (10PA) and based at Duddon House, Barrow in Furness.

The postholder will be expected to participate on the Consultant On Call rota, for which additional remuneration will be payable.

Main duties of the job

The service covers the Furness area which includes Millom, Ulverston and the Barrow in Furness areas.

click link to hear from our doctors directly who work in beautiful cumbria

Consultant Psychiatry recruitment video - The Bay Network - YouTube

The post holder will work as Consultant Psychiatrist in the Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). He/she will work with a multidisciplinary team including nursing, social work, occupational therapy and psychology staff. The team works with a limited number of GP practices and there is an expectation that there will be close liaison with those practices. The Consultant will be available to give advice to primary care and the multidisciplinary team. The consultant will have a small caseload of patients that he/she will see in outpatients but the majority of patients will have a separate key worker.

Applicants should hold full GMC registration and be included on the Specialist register of the GMC or they should be eligible for entry to the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.

It is a requirement that applicants are Section 12 Approved at the time of commencing employment and have or are eligible to have Approved Clinician Status. Remuneration will be as set out in the terms of the New Consultant Contract according to previous experience.

About us

The role:

• At least 2.5 SPAs as standard for a full time post (we would be flexible in looking at enhancements to support other activities that support the wider ambitions of the Trust).
• Excellent peer support group
• Study leave budget of £3000 over 3 years or up to £5000 over 3 years for newly qualified Consultants
• Opportunities to be a clinical supervisor
• Relocation package available.
• £40k (gross) premia payable on commencement

At our Trust, we're really keen to develop our Consultant workforce and nurture their areas of interest in a flexible way where possible. Come and have a chat with us about what your special interest or development area and build a suitable job plan with us. We also have an extremely active Medical Education department and support our Consultants in becoming Clinical & Educational Supervisors and nurturing their interests in this area. There are also opportunities to have a role in Digital Leadership if this is a passion for any of our Consultants.

Job summary

Consultant Psychiatrist - General Adult Psychiatry, Inpatients (10PA)

click link to hear from our doctors directly who work in beautiful barrow!

Consultant Psychiatry recruitment video - The Bay Network - YouTube

*RRP payment Payable*

This post will attract a Recruitment & Retention Premia of £40k payable on commencement of employment (subject the tax and national insurance).

Eligibility criteria do apply. Please note that staff currently employed by the Trust would not be eligible to apply for this recruitment and retention premia.

We are seeking to recruit a substantive Consultant Psychiatrist to join our Dova Unit at Furness General Hospital, Barrow. The post is full time (10PA).

The postholder will be expected to participate on the Consultant On Call rota, for which additional remuneration will be payable (0.5 PA + 5% supplement)

Main duties of the job

The Dova unit, based at Dane Garth in Furness General hospital, is an 18 bedded mixed gender ward. There is an older adults ward also based at the hospital. FGH is a large district general hospital with around 268 beds, a full range of specialities and an accident and emergency department. The Dane Garth unit has established resident doctor posts including FY1s, FY2s a CT and GPSTs. This post holder would have the 2.5 WTE resident doctors supporting ward duties, along with input from a SAS colleague. There is an active monthly peer group meeting of medical colleagues within the Cumbria locality too.

The post holder will work with a multidisciplinary team including matron, ward manager, clinical leads, nursing staff, occupational therapy HCA and recovery support staff.

Applicants should hold full GMC registration and be included on the Specialist register of the GMC or they should be eligible for entry to the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date.

It is a requirement that applicants are Section 12 Approved at the time of commencing employment and have or are eligible to have Approved Clinician Status. Remuneration will be as set out in the terms of the New Consultant Contract according to previous experience.

About us

The role:

o At least 2.5 SPAs as standard for a full time post (we would be flexible in looking at enhancements to support other activities that support the wider ambitions of the Trust).o Excellent peer support groupo Study leave budget of £3000 over 3 years or up to £5000 over 3 years for newly qualified Consultantso Opportunities to be a clinical supervisoro Relocation package available of up to £8000.

At our Trust, we're really keen to develop our Consultant workforce and nurture their areas of interest in a flexible way where possible. Come and have a chat with us about what your special interest or development area and build a suitable job plan with us. We also have an extremely active Medical Education department and support our Consultants in becoming Clinical & Educational Supervisors and nurturing their interests in this area. There are also opportunities to have a role in Digital Leadership if this is a passion for any of our Consultants.

Job summary

Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust serves a population of 1.8 million people, providing mental health, learning disability, autism and community-based services across a diverse geography. With thousands of colleagues working across the region, the Trust has strong foundations, a clear sense of purpose and an ambition to deliver the very best care for the communities it serves.

We are seeking an outstanding, values-driven and inclusive Chief Executive to lead the organisation into its next chapter. Working closely with the Chair, Board and Executive Team, you will provide the strategic leadership to strengthen quality and safety, improve access and outcomes, tackle health inequalities, improve and transform services and ensure long-term operational and financial sustainability. This is also a significant system leadership role. You will build trusted relationships with NHS, local government, social care and voluntary and community sector partners, using your influence and judgement to help shape more integrated, locally delivered care across Lancashire and South Cumbria.

For further information about this opportunity, please visit the following page: LSCFT CEO - CONEXAS MICROSITES (LSCFT CEO - CONEXAS MICROSITES)

Important: As part of your application, you must upload both your CV and a cover letter. Please ensure your cover letter is included as the first page of your uploaded document, followed by your CV.

Main duties of the job

Above all, we are looking for an inspirational and authentic leader who shares our values of being kind, respectful, always learning and one team. You will be visible and approachable, inspire and develop our people, ensure that patients, families, carers and communities remain at the heart of our decisions and create the conditions for innovation and continuous improvement.

Hunter Healthcare have been engaged to support this recruitment campaign. If you would like to have an exploratory conversation about the role, please contact our recruitment partners James McLeod or Rhiannon Smith by email or by phone on 07842 424530.

The closing date is Sunday 20th September.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

At Ramsay Health Care UK, our people are our most important asset. Join us as a Radiographer, where your skills will be valued, and you can enhance them through our Ramsay Academy. You will have access to state-of-the-art equipment and technology. With a patient-focused approach, you will build excellent relationships with patients and customers to ensure high standards of care.

As a Radiographer, you will be part of a close-knit team. The successful applicant will ensure the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic imaging service at Euxton Hall Hospital, and cross-site to Buckshaw and Fulwood Hall Hospitals as needed. You'll work across General Radiology and theatre, support the on-call service, and work evenings/weekends as required.

Main duties of the job

At Ramsay Health Care UK, our people are our most important asset. Join us as a Radiographer, where your skills will be valued, and you can enhance them through our Ramsay Academy. You will have access to state-of-the-art equipment and technology. With a patient-focused approach, you will build excellent relationships with patients and customers to ensure high standards of care.

As a Radiographer, you will be part of a close-knit team. The successful applicant will ensure the delivery of a high-quality diagnostic imaging service at Euxton Hall Hospital, and cross-site to Buckshaw and Fulwood Hall Hospitals as needed. You'll work across General Radiology and theatre, support the on-call service, and work evenings/weekends as required.

About us

Ramsay Health Care offers high-quality private healthcare across Australia, the UK and Europe. With a reputation built on "People Caring for People," we are committed to advancing medical excellence and providing outstanding patient experiences. Every year, millions of patients put their trust in Ramsay, confident in our ability to deliver exceptional care with outstanding clinical outcomes.

Job summary

Priory Hospital Kemple View

Full Time | 37.5 hours | Site Based

£48250 - £58250 depending on experience

HCPC registration required

Priory Hospital Kemple View has an opportunity for a HCPC registered practitioner Psychologist to join our team.

Main duties of the job

• Respond to referrals promptly, carrying out comprehensive assessments to understand each clients needs and develop an appropriate, person-centred therapy programme.
• Deliver a range of relevant therapeutic interventions and activities designed to support and promote clients mental, emotional, physical and social wellbeing.
• Facilitate engaging individual and group therapy sessions, adapting interventions as needed to reflect each clients changing needs and goals.
• Work collaboratively with clients, families and carers to ensure therapy is meaningful, effective and focused on achieving positive outcomes.
• Regularly review and evaluate therapy programmes, ensuring that interventions remain appropriate and aligned with each clients individual therapy plan.

You can find additional information in the attached job description

About us

Priory Hospital Kemple View, Blackburn, Lancashire is a 90-bedded hospital providing level 2 rehabilitation and secure services for adult males with mental health conditions and/or personality disorders. It is accessible by public transport, with a local train station approximately a 3-minute drive away. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

Job summary

Full Time and Part Time Positions

The post holder will also assist doctors/nurses with, procedures, chaperoning and provide patients with the relevant health promotion leaflets.

The post holder will prepare all consulting rooms ensuring the necessary documentation is available for clinicians and ensure all equipment and examination beds are cleaned and all consulting rooms are prepared prior to and on finishing each clinic.

The post holder will ensure all stock is stored away correctly according to hospital policy and identify areas that are over/under stocked and highlight them to senior staff.

Following a period of training, the post holder will also carry out vision testing and carry out various diagnostic tests using computerised equipment such as:

• Visual Field Assessment
• Biometry
• Pentacam
• Auto refractor
• Focimetry
• Keratometry
• iCare

Please note the job description and person specification is subject to change as per AfC review.

Main duties of the job

• Assist the doctor and trained staff in the smooth running of the clinic.
• Take part in a period of training to be competent in vision testing, instillation of drops and appropriate diagnostic investigations using IT-related equipment required for doctors and nurses.
• Prepare and ensure all consulting rooms are ready for use before the commencement of specific clinics including cleaning rooms as per hospital policy and that all necessary documentation is available for use by the clinician.
• Utilising IT skills ensure patient electronic records are updated and available for consultation and contain relevant information before and during the commencement of the clinic using appropriate IT platforms.
• Under the direction of the nurse in charge of the clinic assist the clinician in any patient procedures and chaperone patients when required ensuring patient privacy and dignity is maintained.
• Carry out appropriate patient care after appropriate training under the supervision of the nurse in charge.
• Supporting nurse in charge/Coordinator at the triage desk by handling calls, taking messages from patients via phone or face to face and passing onto the appropriate person.
• At the conclusion of clinics ensure consulting rooms are cleaned and tidied and ensure all necessary documentation is directed to the appropriate department.

About us

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.

Our services:

Acute Care

Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.

Primary Care

Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.

Community Services

Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.

Specialist Regional Services

We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.

Achievements:

• Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
• Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
• National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.

You will be expected to undertake the Trusts' commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Substance Misuse Nurse to join our Substance Misuse team at HMP Wymott, a Category C male prison located in Leyland. Ideally needs to be a car driver due to location of the prison

HMP Wymott has capacity of around 1,100, and has a varied and complex population.

• Onsite parking
• Access to onsite gym
• Careers and development opportunities

Hours:

• Monday - Friday
• 8am - 4pm

Salary:

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £43,609 - £49,175 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Substance Misuse Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, prioritising patient care to develop individualised packages of care through comprehensive assessment and recovery planning
• Deliver a range of treatment options including clinical and psychosocial interventions in both a group and 1-1 setting with recovery at the centre of our healthcare wellbeing model
• Be able to carry out comprehensive assessments, initiate and review individual recovery plans and confidently communicate the full range of treatment options available to service users.
• Monitor therapeutic responses to medication and potential side effects and liaise with prescribers. You will work with individuals, on a 1-1 basis, providing advice and information
• Support in group work delivery and liaise with prescribers and Recovery Practitioners on clinical interventions. You will occasionally be required to support dispensing
• Have an understanding and commitment to recovery and a person centred approach.

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

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

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

About us

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

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

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

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

• Registered nurse with current NMC Adult / Mental Health
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development (CPD).
• RCGP 1 in Substance Misuse or willingness to undertake.
• Experience of working with opiate dependant patients.
• Sound clinical substance misuse knowledge.
• A non-judgmental and compassionate approach.

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

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

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mental Health Nurse to join our Mental Health team at HMP Lancaster Farms, a category C Prison located in outskirts of Lancaster, Lancashire.

• Onsite Parking
• Training development opportunities
• Access to gym

Hours:

• Monday - Friday
• 37.5 hours per week
• 8am - 4pm
• 1 weekend every 4 - 6 weeks

Salary:

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £43,609 - £49,175 per annum - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

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

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Mental Health Nurse, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Responsible for assessment and ongoing management of our patients mental health needs.
• Work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team as an autonomous practitioner managing a caseload of patients, assessing their physical, social and psychological needs to develop a holistic health care plan.
• Contribute to our nursing strategy and vision to; Provide outstanding evidence based care to our patients, seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback, so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them.
• Deliver non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries.
• Play an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies and procedures and always considering safeguarding.

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

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

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

About us

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

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

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

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

• NMC Registered Mental Health
• Experience of working within mental health settings, developing knowledge and understanding of this patient group
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development
• Experience of working collaboratively with other agencies and stakeholders in a multi-disciplinary environment

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

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

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