Job summary

Join Our Dynamic Theatre Team atChorley Theatres, Chorley Hospital Are you motivated, energetic, and eager to make a real difference in patient care? Ifyou'reforward-thinking and enthusiastic, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Ifyou'rea registered ODP or Nurse with a passion for surgical care, we want to hear from you!

Our vision is clear: deliver world-class peri-operative care to every patient. And in return,we'recommitted to offering you the support, development, and career opportunities you deserve, all within an inclusive and welcoming environment.

What We Offer:

• Exciting learning opportunities designed to help you unlock your full potential

• A fully supported induction program with a dedicated mentor by your side

• Continuous support from our experienced theatre clinical education team

Main duties of the job

Main duties of the job

By joining Lancashire Teaching Hospitals,you'll become part of a dedicated team covering a range of scrub disciplines. You will have the opportunity to rotate though various specialities, gaining knowledge and experience.

We'relooking for Scrub Practitioners who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centredsurgical care, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and excited to embrace new challenges.

As a valued team member,you'llalso play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring future healthcare professionals, helping shape the next generation of theatre experts.

To support the Team Leaders in the day to day efficient running of the clinical area by providing excellent peri-op care to Patients by maintaining standards of care and professional practice.

Be responsible for assisting in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care to meet the personalised Health and wellbeing needs of patients in line with the Trust Values / HCPC and NMC professional frameworks.

Ensure the productive operation of the clinical area by ensuring that a well organised and safeenvironment is maintained.

Act as a strong role model and encourage and support the professional development of self and others. Provide clinical supervision and direction for all colleagues and students to support them in reaching their full potential.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

These are exciting times ahead for theatres here at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals as we are committed to service development within theatres offering staff the opportunity to share ideas and look at new ways of working through our staff voices forum.

Our vision for theatres is to deliver first class peri-operative care for every patient. In return our commitment to you is to offer support, development and opportunities in an inclusive environment.

Job summary

Join Our Dynamic Theatre Team at Chorley Theatres, Chorley Hospital Are you motivated, energetic, and eager to make a real difference in patient care? Ifyou'reforward-thinking and enthusiastic, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Ifyou'rea registered ODP or Nurse with a passion for surgical care, we want to hear from you!

Our vision is clear: deliver world-class peri-operative care to every patient. And in return,we'recommitted to offering you the support, development, and career opportunities you deserve, all within an inclusive and welcoming environment.

What We Offer:

• Exciting learning opportunities designed to help you unlock your full potential

• A fully supported induction program with a dedicated mentor by your side

• Continuous support from our experienced theatre clinical education team

Main duties of the job

By joining Lancashire Teaching Hospitals,you'll become part of a dedicated team covering a range of scrub disciplines. You will have the opportunity to rotate though various specialities, gaining knowledge and experience.

We'relooking for Scrub Practitioners who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centredsurgical care, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and excited to embrace new challenges.

As a valued team member,you'llalso play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring future healthcare professionals, helping shape the next generation of theatre experts.

Main duties of the job

To support the Team Leaders in the day to day efficient running of the clinical area by providing excellent peri-op care to Patients by maintaining standards of care and professional practice.

Be responsible for assisting in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care to meet the personalised Health and wellbeing needs of patients in line with the Trust Values / HCPC and NMC professional frameworks.

Ensure the productive operation of the clinical area by ensuring that a well organised and safeenvironment is maintained.

Act as a strong role model and encourage and support the professional development of self and others. Provide clinical supervision and direction for all colleagues and students to support them in reaching their full potential.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

These are exciting times ahead for theatres here at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals as we are committed to service development within theatres offering staff the opportunity to share ideas and look at new ways of working through our staff voices forum.

Our vision for theatres is to deliver first class peri-operative care for every patient. In return our commitment to you is to offer support, development and opportunities in an inclusive environment.

Job summary

Are you a passionate leader and ready for the next step in your career, show compassion and caring for patients, a good role model to your team , has ambition to support the team in maintaining a high safety level of care.

Do you want to be a part of the major vascular trauma centre within this region, the vascular surgical department has lots of exciting opportunities as a band 6 to progress and develop as both a leader and a nurse.

Do you have ward experience?

If you are answering yes to any of these points this is the job for you!

The unit is a 15 bedded, Vascular ward based at Royal Preston Hospital which is open to both elective and urgent pathway for the vascular patient. We are supported by consultants, specialist vascular therapy team and vascular specialist nurse, we also have an advanced clinical practitioner.

We work well together and would love to welcome you into our team!!

Main duties of the job

You must have a proven ability in supervising, managing and controlling the activities of a ward in an effective and efficient manner.

You will be a clinical role model and have a willingness to develop the team as well as your own professional growth.

You will have excellent communication skills and high clinical standards with a passion to make a difference for patients and staff alike.

You must have ward based experience.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Are you looking to expand your knowledge and understanding in admin? We have a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is looking to become part of a dynamic and high performing team.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day processing of administration tasks within the directorate, providing secretarial and administrative support to medical staff and other staff, including reception and telephone duties.

Main duties of the job

You will provide an effective communication link to patients, administrative staff and the Trust. You will monitor the timelines of patient treatment to ensure that patients are seen in the national waiting time. You will provide a contact point for patients at any point of the orthopaedic pathway and will liaise with other departments to support the arrangement of a wide spectrum of hospital visits along that pathway.

You will demonstrate excellent organisational skills, must be flexible in approach, able to exercise initiative and demonstrate a consistently high standard of professionalism, being aware of the need for confidentiality and integrity. Fundamental to this post is the ability to multi-task and effectively manage their workload working to tight deadlines.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Join Our Dynamic Theatre Team at Chorley Theatres, Chorley Hospital Are you motivated, energetic, and eager to make a real difference in patient care? Ifyou'reforward-thinking and enthusiastic, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Ifyou'rea registered ODP or Nurse with a passion for surgical care, we want to hear from you!

Our vision is clear: deliver world-class peri-operative care to every patient. And in return,we'recommitted to offering you the support, development, and career opportunities you deserve, all within an inclusive and welcoming environment.

What We Offer:

• Exciting learning opportunities designed to help you unlock your full potential

• A fully supported induction program with a dedicated mentor by your side

• Continuous support from our experienced theatre clinical education team

Main duties of the job

By joining Lancashire Teaching Hospitals,you'll become part of a dedicated team covering Elective Orthopaedics and the opportunity to rotate to other specialities

We'relooking for Scrub Practitioners who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centredsurgical care, adaptable to a fast-paced environment, and excited to embrace new challenges.

As a valued team member,you'llalso play a crucial role in supporting and mentoring future healthcare professionals, helping shape the next generation of theatre experts.

Main duties of the job

To support the Team Leaders in the day to day efficient running of the clinical area by providing excellent peri-op care to Patients by maintaining standards of care and professional practice.

Be responsible for assisting in the planning, delivery and evaluation of care to meet the personalised Health and wellbeing needs of patients in line with the Trust Values / HCPC and NMC professional frameworks.

Ensure the productive operation of the clinical area by ensuring that a well organised and safeenvironment is maintained.

Act as a strong role model and encourage and support the professional development of self and others. Provide clinical supervision and direction for all colleagues and students to support them in reaching their full potential.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

These are exciting times ahead for theatres here at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals as we are committed to service development within theatres offering staff the opportunity to share ideas and look at new ways of working through our staff voices forum.

Our vision for theatres is to deliver first class peri-operative care for every patient. In return our commitment to you is to offer support, development and opportunities in an inclusive environment.

Job summary

This role offers a unique opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary approach to implement and embed enhanced recovery within the orthopaedic unit. The role will require somebody with a high level of interpersonal and communication skill and the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team. As an enhanced recovery practitioner for orthopaedics, you will be expected to lead the multi-disciplinary team on the orthopaedic wards to implement enhanced recovery, in addition to supporting the patients and their families throughout the pathway both preoperatively and post operatively. You will also support them post discharge and follow up these patients in clinic. Working as part of the multi-disciplinary team you will be actively encouraged to assist with service development and improve the patient experience based on emerging and best practice models of care, which is responsive to patient feedback and audit. The post holder will work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to promote evidence-based practice and continuous service improvement with a view to reduce length of stay and increase day-case arthroplasty

In addition, you'll support the ward manager with a range of leadership and management responsibilities, helping to foster a positive team culture, coordinate service delivery, and ensure the smooth running of the unit. Your contribution will help drive excellence across both clinical and operational aspects of the service.

Main duties of the job

Coordinate the enhanced recovery pathway for patients undergoing hip and knee arthroplasty

Deliver patient education sessions to support informed consent and expectation management

Monitor and evaluate patient progress throughout the perioperative pathway

Active involvement in the morning team brief

Promote early mobilisation, effective pain control, and timely discharge

Recognise and respond appropriately to clinical deterioration or complications

Review early post op patients particularly with regard to possible complications such as wound infection

Be a single point of contact for patients throughout their journey

Liaise promptly with consultants

Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, and carers

Provide clear, accessible information regarding procedures and recovery

Liaise with members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated care

Support and guide ward staff for lower limb arthroplasty patients

Contribute to a positive learning environment within the clinical area

Demonstrate professional accountability and act as a role model for best practice

Assist in the coordination of patient flow and discharge planning

About us

We have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

The Leadership and Organisational Development Advisor plays an important role in supporting the Trust's leadership and organisational development priorities. Working closely with leaders, managers and teams, the role helps to build leadership capability, strengthen team effectiveness and contribute to a positive, inclusive organisational culture.

As an experienced Leadership & OD Advisor, the post holder designs and delivers leadership and management development programmes, provides coaching and mentoring, and supports bespoke team and service-level development interventions. The role combines practical delivery with internal consultancy, ensuring leadership and OD activity is relevant, high quality and aligned to organisational priorities.

Through skilled facilitation, insight and evidence-based approaches, the post holder supports leaders and teams to develop confidence, improve ways of working and embed positive behavioural change. The role makes a direct contribution to improving staff experience, leadership effectiveness and organisational performance in line with Trust values and strategic objectives.

Main duties of the job

In this role, you'll help our leaders and teams be their best, designing and delivering practical development that makes a real difference on the ground. You'll partner closely with services to build capability, strengthen teamworking and support positive culture change, all in line with our Trust values and priorities. Your main duties will include:

• Deliver leadership and management development activity that builds leadership capability and management effectiveness across the Trust.
• Provide practical organisational development support to services and teams to improve team effectiveness, culture, staff engagement and ways of working.
• Enable leadership and behavioural development through coaching, mentoring and facilitated development activity.
• Support talent management, career development and succession planning activity to aid progression, retention and future leadership capability.
• Contribute to Trust-wide organisational development and workforce priorities, including leadership framework alignment, culture change and organisational effectiveness.
• Monitor and evaluate the impact of leadership and OD interventions to support continuous improvement and demonstrate value.

About us

The Workforce and Organisational Development (OD) department are a niche group consisting of HR professionals, data analysts, librarians, e learning technologists, multimedia developers, medical artists, occupational psychologists, qualified teachers, Diversity & Inclusion experts and staff engagement leads. We pride ourselves on our holistic approach and how we come together to innovate, to problem solve and to make a difference to the working lives of our colleagues who in turn provide excellent care with compassion for our patients.

As a team we have high standards of customer service; we are about to reset our Our People strategy which is focused on making Lancashire Teaching Hospitals the best place to work in the whole of the NHS. We have made great progress and we continue to roll out new streams of work, as well as transforming our existing offer. We take our Leadership offer very seriously, and we have received national acknowledgement for our work.

Leadership and Organisational Development Advisor role will require creative thinking, lots of engagement with colleagues from all corners of our organisation, focusing on improving their leadership and management opportunities and we need you to show us how you have a solid foundation in leadership development and in supporting the delivery of OD interventions designed to support leaders and managers which have been able to bring about lasting, measurable improvements.

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Our team is just that - a team - all supporting each other and working together to achieve the best outcomes, and we are really proud of this. We cannot wait to welcome you to the team when you start and will have experienced Catering Staff to help you along the way.

Our service is one where your passion, drive and motivation will genuinely make a real difference. Don't just take our word for it, have a chat with Gina McMonagle our Assistant Catering Manager (contact details below).

Catering experience is desirable along with a Level 2 Certificate in food safety though this is not essential, as full training will be given.

To find out more, watch a quick video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N87udsSzNqU

Main duties of the job

You will deal with food service in areas including wards, dining rooms and satellite venues. It goes without saying that you will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations. You will also act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trust's values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care.

This is a challenging but rewarding job role and there's no doubt that will need motivated, enthusiastic team players, who are willing to work hard within a strong team, to provide a KEY service within the hospital for both staff and patients.

Come and join us here at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals a place where we are proud to work

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

About us

We have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path. You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

435-1LSC-LTH39.26

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties to include, but not be limited to:

• To assist with all associated duties connected with the Retail Outlet that serves staff and Visitors.
• Barista Training would be an advantage in this role alongside Customer Services experience, but not essential as full training would be given.
• The post-holder will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations.
• To act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trusts values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure an accurate exchange of information about catering tasks and service needs
• Communicate with a range of customers in person and over the telephone to understand individual needs and provide information relating to the catering service
• Undertake all duties relating to food service, including: - preparing food service areas and equipment serving food and drinks in patient / staff dining outlets and on the patient meal assembly belt serving food and drinks at hospitality events held on Trust premises and occasionally in other locations

• delivering and collecting meal trolleys to/from wards and departments
• clearing and tidying up after any catering operation

• Undertake cleaning either manually or using mechanical equipment provided e.g. cleaning of areas, washing of crockery, cutlery and utensils
• Operate cash registers in retail areas, demonstrating diligence at all times

Job description Job responsibilities Duties to include, but not be limited to: To assist with all associated duties connected with the Retail Outlet that serves staff and Visitors. Barista Training would be an advantage in this role alongside Customer Services experience, but not essential as full training would be given. The post-holder will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations. To act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trusts values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care. Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure an accurate exchange of information about catering tasks and service needs Communicate with a range of customers in person and over the telephone to understand individual needs and provide information relating to the catering service Undertake all duties relating to food service, including: - preparing food service areas and equipment serving food and drinks in patient / staff dining outlets and on the patient meal assembly belt serving food and drinks at hospitality events held on Trust premises and occasionally in other locations delivering and collecting meal trolleys to/from wards and departments clearing and tidying up after any catering operation Undertake cleaning either manually or using mechanical equipment provided e.g. cleaning of areas, washing of crockery, cutlery and utensils Operate cash registers in retail areas, demonstrating diligence at all times

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in the food/catering industry
• Previous experience in dealing with the public
• Awareness of the standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the food industry

Desirable

• Knowledge of Therapeutic diets
• Awareness of confidentiality in an NHS environment
• Knowledge of Information Governance

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Good general education to GCSE standard
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety, COSHH, Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness (in-house training to be provided)

Desirable

• Level 2 certificate in H.A.C.C.P
• COSHH qualification
• Basic Health and Safety
• Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene
• Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety
• Level 2 Certificate in Allergen Awareness

Person Specification Knowledge & Experience Essential Previous experience in the food/catering industry Previous experience in dealing with the public Awareness of the standards of hygiene and cleanliness within the food industry Desirable Knowledge of Therapeutic diets Awareness of confidentiality in an NHS environment Knowledge of Information Governance Qualifications & Education Essential Good general education to GCSE standard Willingness to work towards Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety, COSHH, Food Hygiene and Allergen Awareness (in-house training to be provided) Desirable Level 2 certificate in H.A.C.C.P COSHH qualification Basic Health and Safety Level 2 Certificate in Food Hygiene Level 2 Certificate in Food Safety Level 2 Certificate in Allergen Awareness

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking a Plumber to join our team to help keep our hospital environment safe, operational and supporting the health and wellbeing of our patients, staff and visitors . We really mean it when we say no two days are the same - it's a blend of planned maintenance coupled with emergency repairs and everything in between.

Main duties of the job

You will be issued with our easily recognisable Hospital uniform and will work as part of a team with six colleagues carrying out all manner of planned preventative maintenance, repairs to engineering plant and equipment. Owing to the skills and experience you possess, this is without supervision as we trust you to be in charge of your own work activity. Many of the repairs will need to be attended to urgently and some aspects of the work can be hazardous but this will be a walk in the park for you.

We offer you is stability, development, a set working pattern within sociable hours without a tax return or customer invoice in sight! Although, better than all of that, is the chance to really give something back to the NHS as we need people like you to join our NHS workforce with the skills, knowledge, experience and attributes you have to help us with patient comfort and safety.

About us

We cannot even begin to tell you what a great place this is to work, with so many interesting and intricate engineering systems that you just won't find anywhere else - so much different to domestic plumbing. You will demonstrate a good working knowledge of plumbing and drainage systems in compliance with all statutory requirements and good practice guidelines. You will apply a high degree of attention to detail and be precise in the recording of relevant results so we have effective and accurate records.

27 annual leave holidays plus bank holidays

Job summary

***** Fixed Term Part Time Vacancy to cover Maternity leave****

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Someone once called our team the 'Backbone of our Hospitals' and it has certainly stuck! We couldn't run our hospitals without you and the fantastic work you will do keeping our wards, departments and areas clean, tidy, reducing the risk of infections and effectively helping keep our staff well and our patients safe.

We know you will love the work you do, seeing how you make such a big impact in keeping everything ticking over smoothly, your dedication will shine through. We want you to be proud to wear the purple coloured domestic assistant uniform, feeling a strong and vital part of our hospital team - knowing you are working side by side on the front-lines making a HUGE difference every single day.

Watch our video to find out much more about what the role involves and hear from Mariusz who has been with us over 17 years!

https://vimeo.com/691336498/e6fc5ff3d5

Main duties of the job

In a nutshell, your duties will include general cleaning of the wards, departments, public and staff areas, with your colleagues as part of our Domestic Team. As you would expect, we do have set cleaning standards and NHS guidelines to work towards, so whilst there is no experience required, we will fully train you on all of this. The work can be physically demanding and we don't shy away from this, however, we know that this will also be what motivates you.

Of course we want you to be friendly, reliable and conscientious as this role isn't just about vacuuming and cleaning, it's about being part of a whole team of staff working together to ensure the best environment for our patients to receive their treatments.

We know you will love the work you do, seeing how you make such a big impact in keeping everything ticking over smoothly, your dedication will shine through. We want you to be proud to wear the purple coloured domestic assistant uniform, feeling a strong and vital part of our hospital team.

There are all sorts of training opportunities to ensure you have all the right knowledge to do the role and we actively encourage you to develop and support you to progress within the organization if that's what you are looking for!

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Do you enjoy working outdoors, are you active, a good communicator and physically fit. Do you like working independently and problem solving? Are you interested in keeping the Hospital environment pleasant, clean and healthy. Then this could be the job for you!

As a Waste operative you're a valued and vital part of the portering team, you will be dealing with numerous types of waste using various methods of disposal and transportation. We need caring, compassionate people with fabulous customer service skills who are passionate in helping others and always work to their very best to deliver this service across our hospitals. This role is both demanding and physical.

You will join a team of very strong, dedicated, and experienced waste Operatives that work extremely hard together to deliver an efficient service that we are extremely proud of. You will have the chance to shadow one of these experienced staff members as part of your training.

Main duties of the job

As a Waste operative the role would involve the removal of the waste using the compactor on site. All manual handling and health and safety training will be given and refreshed annually to ensure all tasks are performed in line with trust policies and procedures.

We are not going to say that this is an easy job; it's busy, lively, active, and physical. But at the same time this job is extremely rewarding, fulfilling, gratifying, and stimulating.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

The post holder will provide essential administrative and operational support to the Domestic Services Management Team, contributing to the delivery of a safe, efficient and high-quality cleaning service in line with the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness.

Key responsibilities include:

• Maintaining accurate records, updating electronic systems, preparing reports and supporting cleaning audits and compliance monitoring.
• Acting as the first point of contact for Domestic Services staff attending the departmental reception window, responding to enquiries and providing appropriate assistance.
• Managing incoming telephone calls and emails, ensuring enquiries are handled professionally and information is communicated promptly.
• Providing administrative support for staff recruitment, sickness absence, annual leave, training and workforce records.
• Liaising effectively with Domestic Services staff, supervisors, managers and other hospital departments to support the smooth day-to-day running of the service.

The post holder will be expected to demonstrate excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills while maintaining confidentiality and supporting the wider Domestic Services team.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will provide administrative support to the Domestic Services Management Team at Royal Preston Hospital, ensuring the smooth running of the department.

Main duties include:

• Acting as the first point of contact for staff attending the reception window.
• Answering telephone calls, emails and responding to enquiries.
• Preparing correspondence, maintaining records, spreadsheets and reports.
• Supporting staff administration, including sickness, annual leave, recruitment and training.
• Updating departmental electronic systems and maintaining confidentiality.
• Assisting with cleaning audits, compliance monitoring and performance reports.
• Liaising with staff, supervisors, managers and hospital departments.
• Organising meetings, appointments and training sessions.
• Undertaking general office duties, including filing, scanning and data entry.
• Supporting the effective day-to-day delivery of Domestic Services.

The post holder must have excellent communication, organisational and IT skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads in a busy hospital environment.

About us

One LSC is a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Domestic Services plays a vital role in maintaining a safe, clean and welcoming environment for patients, visitors and staff across Royal Preston Hospital.

Our dedicated Domestic Services team works around the clock to deliver high standards of cleanliness and infection prevention, supporting patient safety and the overall patient experience.

We are a busy, diverse and supportive department, committed to teamwork, continuous improvement and delivering an excellent service. Our administrative team plays an essential role in supporting the day-to-day operations of Domestic Services, working closely with managers, supervisors and frontline staff.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised and approachable individual who takes pride in their work, communicates effectively and enjoys working as part of a team.

In return, you will be joining a friendly and supportive working environment where your contribution is valued, with opportunities to develop your knowledge and skills while making a positive difference to the services we provide.

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, supported and valued.

Details

Date posted

27 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

435-1LSC-LTH50.26

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Fulwood, Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide a comprehensive, efficient and professional administrative support service to the Domestic Services Department at Royal Preston Hospital, supporting the Domestic Services Management Team in the effective day-to-day running of the service.

Administrative and Clerical Duties

• Provide a full range of administrative and clerical support to Domestic Services Managers and Supervisors.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records, ensuring information is updated and stored appropriately.
• Prepare letters, reports, spreadsheets, meeting documents and other departmental correspondence.
• Undertake general office duties, including filing, scanning, photocopying and data entry.
• Maintain and update departmental databases, trackers and electronic systems.
• Assist with the preparation and distribution of departmental communications, notices and staff information.
• Prioritise daily workloads to ensure administrative tasks are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.

Reception, Communication and Customer Service

• Act as the first point of contact for Domestic Services staff attending the departmental reception window.
• Respond to staff enquiries professionally, providing appropriate information, guidance and assistance.
• Answer incoming telephone calls, take accurate messages and direct enquiries to the appropriate manager or supervisor.
• Monitor and respond to departmental emails, ensuring enquiries and requests are actioned or escalated in a timely manner.
• Liaise with Domestic Services staff, supervisors, managers and other hospital departments to support effective communication.
• Maintain a friendly, approachable and professional manner when dealing with staff, visitors and colleagues.
• Handle sensitive or confidential enquiries with discretion, escalating concerns where appropriate.

Workforce and Staff Administration

• Support the administration of staff sickness absence, return-to-work documentation and associated records.
• Assist with maintaining annual leave records, staff working patterns and rota information.
• Support the recruitment and onboarding process for new employees, ensuring relevant documentation is completed and recorded.
• Maintain staff training records and assist with arranging mandatory and departmental training sessions.
• Support the administration of staff meetings, probationary reviews and other workforce-related processes.
• Ensure staff records are maintained accurately and in accordance with organisational policies and confidentiality requirements.

Cleaning Compliance and Performance Monitoring

• Assist with the collection, recording and reporting of cleaning audit results and departmental performance information.
• Support the Domestic Services Management Team in maintaining records relating to the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness.
• Update cleaning compliance trackers, action plans and other monitoring documentation.
• Assist with the preparation of performance reports and management information.
• Liaise with supervisors and managers to obtain outstanding information and ensure records remain up to date.
• Support the monitoring of departmental actions and follow-up requirements.

General Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with the wider Domestic Services team to support the effective delivery of services across Royal Preston Hospital.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with information governance and data protection requirements.
• Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy working environment.
• Use initiative to resolve routine administrative enquiries, seeking guidance from management when required.
• Contribute to improvements in departmental administrative processes and working practices.
• Attend relevant training and development activities to maintain the knowledge and skills required for the role.
• Undertake any other reasonable administrative duties appropriate to the grade of the post, as directed by the Domestic Services Management Team.

The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a flexible and proactive approach to their duties, maintaining high standards of accuracy, professionalism and customer service at all times.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will provide a comprehensive, efficient and professional administrative support service to the Domestic Services Department at Royal Preston Hospital, supporting the Domestic Services Management Team in the effective day-to-day running of the service. Administrative and Clerical Duties Provide a full range of administrative and clerical support to Domestic Services Managers and Supervisors. Maintain accurate electronic and paper-based records, ensuring information is updated and stored appropriately. Prepare letters, reports, spreadsheets, meeting documents and other departmental correspondence. Undertake general office duties, including filing, scanning, photocopying and data entry. Maintain and update departmental databases, trackers and electronic systems. Assist with the preparation and distribution of departmental communications, notices and staff information. Prioritise daily workloads to ensure administrative tasks are completed accurately and within agreed timescales. Reception, Communication and Customer Service Act as the first point of contact for Domestic Services staff attending the departmental reception window. Respond to staff enquiries professionally, providing appropriate information, guidance and assistance. Answer incoming telephone calls, take accurate messages and direct enquiries to the appropriate manager or supervisor. Monitor and respond to departmental emails, ensuring enquiries and requests are actioned or escalated in a timely manner. Liaise with Domestic Services staff, supervisors, managers and other hospital departments to support effective communication. Maintain a friendly, approachable and professional manner when dealing with staff, visitors and colleagues. Handle sensitive or confidential enquiries with discretion, escalating concerns where appropriate. Workforce and Staff Administration Support the administration of staff sickness absence, return-to-work documentation and associated records. Assist with maintaining annual leave records, staff working patterns and rota information. Support the recruitment and onboarding process for new employees, ensuring relevant documentation is completed and recorded. Maintain staff training records and assist with arranging mandatory and departmental training sessions. Support the administration of staff meetings, probationary reviews and other workforce-related processes. Ensure staff records are maintained accurately and in accordance with organisational policies and confidentiality requirements. Cleaning Compliance and Performance Monitoring Assist with the collection, recording and reporting of cleaning audit results and departmental performance information. Support the Domestic Services Management Team in maintaining records relating to the National Standards of Healthcare Cleanliness. Update cleaning compliance trackers, action plans and other monitoring documentation. Assist with the preparation of performance reports and management information. Liaise with supervisors and managers to obtain outstanding information and ensure records remain up to date. Support the monitoring of departmental actions and follow-up requirements. General Responsibilities Work collaboratively with the wider Domestic Services team to support the effective delivery of services across Royal Preston Hospital. Maintain confidentiality and comply with information governance and data protection requirements. Demonstrate excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities within a busy working environment. Use initiative to resolve routine administrative enquiries, seeking guidance from management when required. Contribute to improvements in departmental administrative processes and working practices. Attend relevant training and development activities to maintain the knowledge and skills required for the role. Undertake any other reasonable administrative duties appropriate to the grade of the post, as directed by the Domestic Services Management Team. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate a flexible and proactive approach to their duties, maintaining high standards of accuracy, professionalism and customer service at all times.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education (including GCSE English and Math's or equivalent).

Desirable

• ECDL or recognised typing qualification or relevant experience
• NVQ 2 in Administration or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge or experience of administrative or clerical systems and processes
• Competent use of IT systems, including accurate data entry and record keeping.
• Experience dealing with enquiries by telephone, email or face to face.

Desirable

• Experience in an NHS, healthcare or other busy service environment.
• Experience assisting with audit information, spreadsheets or performance reports.
• Experience supporting workforce administration, such as training, recruitment or absence records.

Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Good standard of general education (including GCSE English and Math's or equivalent). Desirable ECDL or recognised typing qualification or relevant experience NVQ 2 in Administration or equivalent experience Experience Essential Knowledge or experience of administrative or clerical systems and processes Competent use of IT systems, including accurate data entry and record keeping. Experience dealing with enquiries by telephone, email or face to face. Desirable Experience in an NHS, healthcare or other busy service environment. Experience assisting with audit information, spreadsheets or performance reports. Experience supporting workforce administration, such as training, recruitment or absence records.

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

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Fulwood, Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Fulwood, Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Various hours available on permanent contracts - to be discussed at interview

Someone once called our team the 'Backbone of our Hospitals' and it has certainly stuck! We couldn't run our hospitals without you and the fantastic work you will do keeping our wards, departments and areas clean, tidy, reducing the risk of infections and effectively helping keep our staff well and our patients safe.

We know you will love the work you do, seeing how you make such a big impact in keeping everything ticking over smoothly, your dedication will shine through. We want you to be proud to wear the purple coloured domestic assistant uniform, feeling a strong and vital part of our hospital team - knowing you are working side by side on the front-lines making a HUGE difference every single day.

Watch our video to find out much more about what the role involves and hear from Mariusz who has been with us over 17 years!

https://vimeo.com/691336498/e6fc5ff3d5

Main duties of the job

In a nutshell, your duties will include general cleaning of the wards, public and staff areas, on a rota with your colleagues as part of our Domestic Team. As you would expect, we do have set cleaning standards and NHS guidelines to work towards, so whilst there is no experience required, we will fully train you on all of this. The work can be physically demanding and we don't shy away from this, however, we know that this will also be what motivates you.

A lot of the things we have to intensively clean are below waist height as they are often areas which need the most attention. Pesky bits of dirt would thrive there if our team members didn't do such a great job cleaning them and keeping them spick and span.

Of course we want you to be friendly, reliable and conscientious as this role isn't just about vacuuming and cleaning, it's about being part of a whole team of staff working together to ensure the best environment for our patients to receive their treatments.

About us

We have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

So many people want to join us to work as a Porter, we want the very best. As a porter, you play such an invaluable role supporting the day to day running of our hospital.

You will help directly with supporting patients moving to different parts of the hospital, often when they are at their most vulnerable. You're reassuring and friendly demeanour can really make a difference to the patient experience.

It's not simply transporting patients between different wards and departments, it also includes a variety of other duties such as sample collection, the transportation of linen, removal of domestic and clinical waste, postal services, security duties and driving duties.

It's a busy and active role and extremely satisfying and fulfilling. We are a 24/7, 365 days a year service, completing up to 15,000 tasks a month.You will join a dedicated and professional Portering team that work hard together to deliver an efficient service that we are extremely proud of.

To find out more about the role, watch a short video from Jake, one of our very own porters: Video (opens in new tab)

Main duties of the job

To provide a comprehensive front-line support service to all wards and departments within the Trust. You will be responsible for supporting patient transfers, carrying out all general Portering duties, occasional ad hoc driving requests and assisting with security issues as required.

You will demonstrate a consistently high standard of professionalism, must be flexible in approach and able to use own initiative to plan workload and resolve problems.

About us

We have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

1 x 22.5 hours per week (between 6am and 8pm) 5 days over 7

We are seeking a Storekeeper and Relief Kitchen Porter to join our Catering Department at Lancashire Teaching Hospitals.

In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering goods to our catering areas in Preston and Chorley using our tail lift vehicle. You'll also play a key part in receiving, checking, and storing catering deliveries.

Additionally, this position involves providing relief support in the catering store or main kitchen, assisting the kitchen portering team when needed.

Main duties of the job

The role is varied and does involve physical work including moving and handling working in chilled/cold storage area and walk in freezer rooms but protective uniform will be provided. Administrative work such as receiving goods temperature recording stock taking. additionally this person will support the kitchen Portering team when required duties include pan washing, general cleaning of various rooms throughout the kitchen, maintaining good hygiene practice throughout the department.

The ideal person will be a team player a good communicator and one who is able to work on their own initiative and under supervision . Previous experience as a storekeeper driver/kitchen porteris desirable but not essential as training will be given. You must have a valid driving license and ability to follow food hygiene and health and safety regulations.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Do you enjoy working outdoors, are you active, a good communicator and physically fit. Do you like working independently and problem solving? Are you interested in keeping the Hospital environment pleasant, clean and healthy. Then this could be the job for you!

As a Waste operative you're a valued and vital part of the portering team, you will be dealing with numerous types of waste using various methods of disposal and transportation. We need caring, compassionate people with fabulous customer service skills who are passionate in helping others and always work to their very best to deliver this service across our hospitals. This role is both demanding and physical.

You will join a team of very strong, dedicated, and experienced waste Operatives that work extremely hard together to deliver an efficient service that we are extremely proud of. You will have the chance to shadow one of these experienced staff members as part of your training.

Main duties of the job

As a Waste operative the role would involve the removal of the waste using various methods throughout the trust and transferring it to our recycling waste station. All manual handling and health and safety training will be given and refreshed annually to ensure all tasks are performed in line with trust policies and procedures.

Your main duties will be the transferring of different types of waste following schedules to a set time scales. Waste is transferred using various methods with mechanic aids available.

We are not going to say that this is an easy job; it's busy, lively, active, and physical. But at the same time this job is extremely rewarding, fulfilling, gratifying, and stimulating.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Please note that this post is Part of One LSC - a corporate collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust and providing Estates and Facilities Services to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Our team is just that - a team - all supporting each other and working together to achieve the best outcomes, and we are really proud of this. We cannot wait to welcome you to the team when you start, and will have experienced Catering Staff to help you along the way.

This is a challenging but rewarding job role and there's no doubt that will need a motivated, enthusiastic team player, who is willing to work hard within a strong team, to provide a KEY service within the hospital for both staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

Your day to day role will assist with all associated duties connected with the preparation and delivery of staff and patient meal services. You will assist our chefs with food production for all areas including wards, dining rooms and satellite venues. It goes without saying that you will be required to adhere to departmental standards and food hygiene regulations. You will also act at all times in a manner that upholds the Trust's values, working as part of a team to ensure efficiency and excellent customer care.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Nursing Associate - Elective Surgical Ward 11 - Supporting safe, compassionate post-op recovery within a skilled surgical team.

Main duties of the job

The Nursing Associate will work as an integral member of the Ward 11 multidisciplinary team, supporting the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate care to patients undergoing elective major surgical procedures.

Ward 11 is a specialist elective surgical ward caring for patients across Upper GI, Urology, Colorectal and Vascular surgery, including patients requiring complex post-operative care. They will work closely with experienced Registered Nurses, Nursing Associates, Healthcare Assistants, Clinical Nurse Specialists, medical teams and the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure patients receive high-quality, evidence-based care throughout their post-operative journey.

The role requires the Nursing Associate to take responsibility for an identified group of patients , and must hold a valid NMC registration. They will work within their scope of practice , They will contribute to assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care, recognising changes in a patient's condition and escalating concerns promptly and appropriately.

They will provide high-quality post-operative nursing care, supporting patients following major elective surgery and helping them progress safely through their recovery to discharge. The Nursing Associate will actively support the principles of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery, helping patients achieve safe and timely recovery while maintaining individualised care.

About us

We are a 22 bed surgical ward in Royal Preston Hospital. We embed team working from all grades on the ward and we work collaboratively with our ward doctors and our allied health professionals on the ward (physio, OT, SLT etc). Patient safety is central to the role. The Nursing Associate will contribute proactively to Ward 11's established culture of safe, high-quality care.

Job summary

Would you like the opportunity to join a progressive and forward thinking Payroll and Pensions service?

Our friendly and thriving Employee Business Services currently has 6 clients. Providing a high quality payroll and pension service to approx. 20,000 employees which equates to producing in excess of 300,000 payslips annually whilst consistently delivering accuracy rates of 99%.

We are looking to recruit a Trainee Payroll Officer, who has a passion for helping us provide an excellent customer experience to our clients, has an excellent telephone manner and excellent administrative and IT skills. The candidate must demonstrate attention to detail and a commitment and enthusiasm to contributing to service improvement and development. The candidate must have knowledge of the ESR system, Agenda for Change and NHS Pension scheme whilst working under pressure and adhering to strict deadlines.

Main duties of the job

The role involves inputting a range of pay-affecting data into the National ESR Payroll system and performing various calculations, such as PAYE, National Insurance, Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP), and Statutory Sick Pay (SSP).

The work is carried out to strict deadlines, with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail. In addition, the role includes taking appropriate recovery action based on individual circumstances and advising employees in accordance with departmental procedures. Corrective actions are undertaken in the ESR system to ensure accurate calculations of statutory deductions and that correct entries are made

This role is fully office based and you will be required to undertake a payroll qualification.

About us

Our Partnership brings together the five NHS provider Trusts with the Integrated Care Board (ICB) in Lancashire and South Cumbria to improve health and healthcare. The organisations across Lancashire and South Cumbria involved in the collaboration are Blackpool Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust, Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust, Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust.This is about working together as equal partners to make sure patients, their families and communities benefit across the whole of the area.

The aim is to reduce health inequalities and improve services, outcomes and people's experiences of accessing healthcare. Our partnership also aims to ensure that Lancashire and South Cumbria is a great place to work.

We want to further improve quality by sharing skills and best practice, pooling our resources and standardising the way we work where possible to reduce unnecessary duplication. To achieve this we have created One LSC, which will oversee all corporate services for Lancashire and South Cumbria.

This is an exciting time to join a new collaboration, which is focused on a system-wide approach to better outcomes for patients and opportunities for staff.

Job summary

As a Senior Healthcare Apprentice, you will receive training and will work under the guidance and supervision of the team leader/nurse in charge. This means that alongside your study you will contribute to the essential care and support of patients from the outset of your apprenticeship.

You will be support the delivery of a range of personal care duties for patients and a will learn to complete a range of clinical duties under the guidance and supervision of registered healthcare professionals including: assisting patients with personal hygiene, toileting, use of continence aids, catheter care, stoma care, measuring & monitoring patient output, removal of catheters, moving and handling, use of mobility appliances, correct patient positioning, assess pressure areas and skin integrity, ensuring patient safety, taking specimens including blood sugars, taking and recording physical measurements observing patients for changes in condition, carrying out simple dressings, removal of venflons.In addition, you will contribute to the smooth running of the ward environment by performing various non-clinical tasks. This may involve tasks related to maintaining a safe and clean environment,supporting administrative processes and assisting with general ward upkeep.

Main duties of the job

Being a Senior Healthcare Assistant is a wonderful & really valued role. You will support the delivery of a range of personal care duties for patients and a will learn to complete a range of clinical duties under the guidance and supervision of registered healthcare professionals.

Sometimes the role will be tough, you may see and be involved in some difficult things involving our patients, be busy and deliver some very direct personal care. We don't want to shy away from that and we do know that this part of the role isn't for everyone, however, for the right people, providing all kinds of support to our patients to meet their needs will be what makes you thrive.

You will be expected to:

Support the aims and vision of our organisationAct with honesty and integrity at all timesBe a positive ambassador for the organisationDemonstrate high standards of personal conductSet an example and encourage openness and honesty (particularly in reporting incidents and nearmisses) and will actively foster a culture of learning and improvementValue and respect colleagues, other members of staff and patientsWork with others to develop and improve our servicesUphold the organisational commitment to equality and diversityTake personal responsibility for their words, actions and the quality of the service they deliver

About us

We have 10000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience Hourly rate is dependent on age on appointment (£8 to £12.71)

Contract

Apprenticeship

Duration

16 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

438-PB5008

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital & Chorley & South Ribble Hospital

Preston & Chorley

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide good quality personalised care inaccordance with agreed local and nationalstandards.
• Under supervision take samples from patientsfor testing or dispatching eg: Urine, sputum,faeces, MRSA swabs, blood sugars
• Assist patients to meet nutritional needs in linewith their individual care plan.
• Undertake clinical duties relevant to clinicalarea following achievement of competencies.
• Assist to maintain patient safety, conforming tohealth, safety and security legislation, policies,procedures and guidelines as competency isachieved.
• Assist in maintaining standards of care toimprove the patient experience and outcomeof care.
• Promote equality in care and practice byrecognising, respecting and meeting the needsand choices of individuals
• Contribute to maintaining safe, clean, andproductive care environment, compliant withstandards for hygiene and cleanliness.
• Assist with resolving issues and complaints atlocal level and then report the outcome to linemanager.
• Maintain and develop own competence

Job description Job responsibilities Provide good quality personalised care inaccordance with agreed local and nationalstandards. Under supervision take samples from patientsfor testing or dispatching eg: Urine, sputum,faeces, MRSA swabs, blood sugars Assist patients to meet nutritional needs in linewith their individual care plan. Undertake clinical duties relevant to clinicalarea following achievement of competencies. Assist to maintain patient safety, conforming tohealth, safety and security legislation, policies,procedures and guidelines as competency isachieved. Assist in maintaining standards of care toimprove the patient experience and outcomeof care. Promote equality in care and practice byrecognising, respecting and meeting the needsand choices of individuals Contribute to maintaining safe, clean, andproductive care environment, compliant withstandards for hygiene and cleanliness. Assist with resolving issues and complaints atlocal level and then report the outcome to linemanager. Maintain and develop own competence

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a health care setting
• Understanding of concept and application of confidentiality

Desirable

• Understanding of health and safety issues within healthcare

Qualifications and Education

Essential

• Demonstrable numeracy and literacy skills at a minimum of Level 1/Grade D/Grade 3
• Willingness to work towards level 2 in numeracy and literacy Functional skills if not already achieved equivalent.

Desirable

• Demonstrable numeracy and literacy skills in line with Level 2/Grade A*-C/Grade 4-9

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a health care setting Understanding of concept and application of confidentiality Desirable Understanding of health and safety issues within healthcare Qualifications and Education Essential Demonstrable numeracy and literacy skills at a minimum of Level 1/Grade D/Grade 3 Willingness to work towards level 2 in numeracy and literacy Functional skills if not already achieved equivalent. Desirable Demonstrable numeracy and literacy skills in line with Level 2/Grade A*-C/Grade 4-9

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital & Chorley & South Ribble Hospital

Preston & Chorley

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital & Chorley & South Ribble Hospital

Preston & Chorley

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a range of exciting and progressive clinical services in a large, acute provider. The H&N Specialty Business Unit is comprised of ENT, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Special Care & Paediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Restorative Dentistry. The service also hosts a regional H&N surgical cancer centre and sits alongside the Rosemere Cancer Centre delivering radiotherapy to the population of Lancashire & South Cumbria.

As the Specialty Business Manager, you will take ownership of the patient pathways within the Specialty units, ensuring that all operational performance targets are closely monitored, tracked, and consistently achieved. In this pivotal role, you will provide strong leadership and effective management to both the performance and capacity teams, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.

You will work in alignment with the Trust's corporate objectives, playing an active part in shaping and delivering high-quality health services that meet the needs of patients and the community.

Living the Trust's values will be at the heart of your role. You will lead by example, fostering a culture where autonomous teams and individuals are empowered, engaged, and motivated. Through your guidance and support, you will help build a committed workforce dedicated to delivering outstanding care with compassion and integrity every day.

Main duties of the job

Your role is to lead and manage the patient pathways within the Specialty Business Units (SBUs), ensuring that available resources are utilised effectively and efficiently to deliver services that meet the highest standards of quality, best practice, and performance targets.

You will oversee a dedicated and diverse team comprising a Specialty Business Manager, a Senior Performance Manager, three Clinical Support Managers, a rota coordinator, two patient pathway coordinators, MDT coordinators, medical secretaries, and administrative assistants. Collaboration is key -- from a clinical standpoint, you will work closely and seamlessly with the Clinical Directors and Matrons of each speciality to drive continuous improvement and deliver exceptional patient care.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care and enhancing their experience which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

The Postgraduate Administrator will work closely with the Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) team within the Student, Trainee and Placement Support Department They will be responsible for the organisation and delivery of teaching programmes and training events for resident doctors as well as supporting with inductions and mandatory training requirements. They will work closely with Training Programme Directors and Postgraduate Co-ordinators to deliver these programmes.

The post holder must possess excellent organisational ability, be flexible and able to exhibit initiative in resolving problems when they arise, along with a consistently highly professional approach.

Main duties of the job

The Postgraduate Administrator will be required to support with arrangements for training programmes and events, including setting up programmes,booking Tutors, equipment, rooms etc. as required, as well as arranging and overseeing online sessions. The role will be a vital part of the team and will be required to support events and provide administrative assistance to the team. They will work closely with the PGME team, along with other Departments within the Workforce and Education Directorate.

About us

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the biggest trusts in the North West. We provide many specialist services anddeliver award-winning teaching and development programmes, lead national and international clinical trials and research studies, and always give excellent care with compassion. When joining our friendly and dedicated team, you will have an unparalleled opportunity to learn, grow and flourish in a supportive and innovative environment, and work with some of the UK's leading healthcare experts.

Job summary

Are you an experienced individual who is able to demonstrate excellent communication, operational and interpersonal skills?

If so, this could be the perfect role for you!

A patient-centred approach is a must for our teams who are proud of providing a courteous and friendly oncology booking service to our patients .

This is a fast paced, demanding environment and you should have excellent communication skills. You will be responsible for processing all new Oncology referrals including any subsequent requests relating to the XRT pathway, prioritising work and booking patient appointments whilst having full regard to achieving cancer targets.

You will communicate with our patients in a friendly and professional manner, demonstrating excellent customer care skills.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for ensuring that a professional, comprehensive administrative service is effectively delivered to all patients and members of the department. This will be through the correct processing of all new patient booking requests, monitoring breach dates and correctly making appointments with strict adherence to Trust protocols and cancer wait times. You will work closely with clinicians, clinical leads and managers to ensure the delivery of therapeutic pathways.

You will be multi-skilled, have a good working knowledge of appointment booking templates and an understanding of capacity and demand issues.

You will be required to rotate through all areas of Oncology booking services. This will include, but is not limited to: Flexibility will be key in supporting the department to meet the needs of the service.

About us

We have 10,000 fantastic people working hard to deliver quality services to our patients. Whatever your role, you help look after 370,000 people in our local area & give specialist care to 1.5 million people across Lancashire & Cumbria.

Working with us gives you the knowledge and sense of pride that every activity you do genuinely does make a difference to support our patients & staff, ensuring we keep thriving & delivering outstanding healthcare right across our local towns.

You'll have access to varied development opportunities, learn new skills, meet fab people & do things you'd never have done. You'll learn about working in a hospital, interacting with people from all different roles to build skills & enhance your career path.

You'll make an impact, be challenged to think differently, be bold & help innovate to keep improving things. Everything we do centres around patient care which means your role is pivotal and something really to be proud of.

Job summary

Are you anOrthoptistlooking for a challenging complex ocular motilitycaseload?

Do you have a passion forworking not only in the out-patient environment but also within a theatre setting?

Would you liketo work within apurpose builteye unit in one of the largestTrusts in theNorth West?

If the answer isYESto theabovethen we have the perfect job foryou!

We are looking to recruit a Specialist Orthoptist for a period of up to 12 months to cover maternity leave with a focus on a complex ocular motilitycaseload.

Youwillsupport our squint consultants both in the out-patient clinics and squint theatre within this caseload, as well as undertaking variousadditional orthoptic hospital and community clinics and the opportunity to be involved in orthoptic teaching of which the whole team participatein.

This is an amazing opportunity for anOrthoptist withexperience of an adult caseloadto join ourwell-establishedteam to providenot onlyan excellent standard of care to all patientsbut todevelopthemselves withina complex ocular motilityroletoo.

Main duties of the job

Responsible for providing specialised Orthoptic services as an autonomous practitioner within hospitals and community outreach clinics,accepting direct referral of patients of all ages who have a wide spectrum of ocular motility disorders and visual problems. To assess, diagnose, manage and treat patients of all ages referred to the Orthoptist, being responsible for the instigation of follow-up care and/or onward referral to the sub-speciality Orthoptists/Optometrists/Ophthalmologists as appropriate.

To be regularly involved in the assessment, diagnosis and management of complex ocular motility disorders by undertaking the joint Consultant Adult Squint/Botox clinics and working with the Head Orthoptist in supporting the organisation of the squint botox clinic, squint pre and post-op clinics, contributing to squint MDT and undertaking the role of 1st assist for squint surgery.

To be involved in the clinical teaching ofundergraduate Orthoptists,pre-registration Optometrists, medicalstudentsand other healthcare learners/professionals asrequired.

About us

Theorthopticdepartmentisbased at Royal Preston Hospitalwithadditionalcommunity clinicsandourOphthalmology Unit at Chorley District General Hospitalwhichopened inDecember2021.

Our new unit has been designed to not only give the patient and their relatives/carers the best experience but also our team too; with individual 6m Orthoptic rooms fully equipped even with a window for those far distance cover tests wehope wehave thought of everything.

Wearealargedepartment who work closely with our eyecolleaguesstriving to provide excellent care with compassion; if youmanageyourtime well and work well withinadynamicteamthen this is the place for you.

We are always looking for ways to further develop ourselves and theteamplus looking to see what we could do differently and in fact better. This is why we actively encourage and supportCPD, audit and researchand havementorshipin place for this role.

It'shard to fit everything we do in to one advert so if you would like to know about the roleand the teamthen we would genuinely love to hear from you-call my fabulous team on 01772 522417 or email me [email protected] arrange a call

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum. pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time, Job share

Reference number

438-PB4876

Job locations

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assessespatientswithcomplex ocular motility diagnoseswithin the giventimeframesfor testing.

Formulates management plans for these patients in communication with the Squint Consultants and Head Orthoptist.

Undertakes the role of 1st Assist for squint surgery for both adult and paediatric squint surgery.

Assists the surgeon in post-operative adjustable suture technique and Botox clinics requiring accurate measurements to ensure good ocular alignment whilst the patient is under local anaesthetic.

Presents pre-operative squint surgery findings to the squint MDT and collates an MDT summary report, organises relevant post-operative follow-up and/or any additional tests required prior to squint surgery.

• Clearly communicates to the patient, carers and MDT such findings as reduced vision, restricted ocular motility, and other limiting factors such as potential for post-operative diplopia.
• Independently assess, plans, implements and monitors individual orthoptic treatment plans/care pathways for each patient using clinical experience, knowledge and evidence-based practice, selects appropriate assessment techniques relevant to each individual patient based on clinical experience and by using clinical reasoning.

Records clinical findings, management plans and other relevant information within the patients notes and formulate letters to summarise and refer on to other professionals as required.

Communicates to convey complex diagnoses and treatment plans, break bad news and provide support, gain consent and understanding by combating barriers, gain the confidence and cooperation of children and parents or to present and explain complex concepts, ideas and issues to service users who are unfamiliar with them.

• Actively involved in audit, research and quality improvements relating to this aspect of the Orthoptic service.

Undertakes delegated duties from the Head Orthoptist regarding e.g. the developing of resources for this cohort of patients.

Actively involve themselves and support the other Orthoptists involved with this cohort of patients to develop the service.

Actively promote the orthoptic profession and involvement with this cohort of patients through such things as school/college open days and work experience.

Discharges or arranges onward referral as required.

Actively involved in discussions and decisions around treatments with the Orthoptists/Optometrists/Ophthalmologists.

Responsible as an autonomous practitioner for the decision to instil eye drops for refraction tests, diagnostic and treatment purposes, to decide the appropriate strength of drops required and to advise patients/parents of the side effects following departmental PGDs/medicine exemptions.

To liaise with the Head Orthoptist regarding problems arising from any orthoptic treatment.

Demonstrates compassion by recognising and responding to individual needs in a warm, thoughtful, sensitive and helpful way.

Proactively engages with patients, relatives and carers to seek their views, gain agreement and to keep them informed about their treatment and care.

Receives positive feedback from own patients, relatives, team and students.

Job description Job responsibilities Assessespatientswithcomplex ocular motility diagnoseswithin the giventimeframesfor testing. Formulates management plans for these patients in communication with the Squint Consultants and Head Orthoptist. Undertakes the role of 1st Assist for squint surgery for both adult and paediatric squint surgery. Assists the surgeon in post-operative adjustable suture technique and Botox clinics requiring accurate measurements to ensure good ocular alignment whilst the patient is under local anaesthetic. Presents pre-operative squint surgery findings to the squint MDT and collates an MDT summary report, organises relevant post-operative follow-up and/or any additional tests required prior to squint surgery. Clearly communicates to the patient, carers and MDT such findings as reduced vision, restricted ocular motility, and other limiting factors such as potential for post-operative diplopia. Independently assess, plans, implements and monitors individual orthoptic treatment plans/care pathways for each patient using clinical experience, knowledge and evidence-based practice, selects appropriate assessment techniques relevant to each individual patient based on clinical experience and by using clinical reasoning. Records clinical findings, management plans and other relevant information within the patients notes and formulate letters to summarise and refer on to other professionals as required. Communicates to convey complex diagnoses and treatment plans, break bad news and provide support, gain consent and understanding by combating barriers, gain the confidence and cooperation of children and parents or to present and explain complex concepts, ideas and issues to service users who are unfamiliar with them. Actively involved in audit, research and quality improvements relating to this aspect of the Orthoptic service. Undertakes delegated duties from the Head Orthoptist regarding e.g. the developing of resources for this cohort of patients. Actively involve themselves and support the other Orthoptists involved with this cohort of patients to develop the service. Actively promote the orthoptic profession and involvement with this cohort of patients through such things as school/college open days and work experience. Discharges or arranges onward referral as required. Actively involved in discussions and decisions around treatments with the Orthoptists/Optometrists/Ophthalmologists. Responsible as an autonomous practitioner for the decision to instil eye drops for refraction tests, diagnostic and treatment purposes, to decide the appropriate strength of drops required and to advise patients/parents of the side effects following departmental PGDs/medicine exemptions. To liaise with the Head Orthoptist regarding problems arising from any orthoptic treatment. Demonstrates compassion by recognising and responding to individual needs in a warm, thoughtful, sensitive and helpful way. Proactively engages with patients, relatives and carers to seek their views, gain agreement and to keep them informed about their treatment and care. Receives positive feedback from own patients, relatives, team and students.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Orthoptics or equivalent
• Registration with HCPC
• Evidence of appropriate ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Evidence of postgraduate training and certificates
• Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake 2 day BIOS course

Knowledge

Essential

• Proven knowledge and experience managing specifically an adult ocular motility Orthoptic caseload
• Proven knowledge of the investigation, diagnosis and management of a broad range of specialist and complex Orthoptic patients and be able to explain findings to patients/parents/carers/students/GP's and other health professionals on varying levels
• Proven knowledge of formulating treatment plans involving complex facts and situations and problem solving techniques and be able to explain these to patients/parents/carers/students/GP's and other health professionals on varying levels
• Proven ability to work single handed in the hospital and or community clinic
• Proven postgraduate clinical experience - 2 years minimum practice
• Evidence of CPD Knowledge of relevant national policies and procedures relating to role
• 1st Assist for squint surgery competence and associated aseptic techniques
• Experience of teaching orthoptic undergraduates and or other health professionals and students

Desirable

• Experience working as an Orthoptist in the ward environment
• Experience of various Neurological conditions seen by Orthoptists
• Evidence of Audit
• Evidence of Research
• Awareness of Dementia
• Ability to perform and interpret visual fields static and kinetic

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Orthoptics or equivalent Registration with HCPC Evidence of appropriate ongoing professional development Desirable Evidence of postgraduate training and certificates Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake 2 day BIOS course Knowledge Essential Proven knowledge and experience managing specifically an adult ocular motility Orthoptic caseload Proven knowledge of the investigation, diagnosis and management of a broad range of specialist and complex Orthoptic patients and be able to explain findings to patients/parents/carers/students/GP's and other health professionals on varying levels Proven knowledge of formulating treatment plans involving complex facts and situations and problem solving techniques and be able to explain these to patients/parents/carers/students/GP's and other health professionals on varying levels Proven ability to work single handed in the hospital and or community clinic Proven postgraduate clinical experience - 2 years minimum practice Evidence of CPD Knowledge of relevant national policies and procedures relating to role 1st Assist for squint surgery competence and associated aseptic techniques Experience of teaching orthoptic undergraduates and or other health professionals and students Desirable Experience working as an Orthoptist in the ward environment Experience of various Neurological conditions seen by Orthoptists Evidence of Audit Evidence of Research Awareness of Dementia Ability to perform and interpret visual fields static and kinetic

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Preston Hospital

Sharoe Green Lane

Preston

PR2 9HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you an enthusiastic and well-motivated individual wishing to join our Midwifery Led Services team?

We are looking to recruit a Midwifery Admin Assistant to work as part of a small, established administrative team supporting Community Midwifery Services, alongside the Liaison Officer and Preston Birth Centre Admin Assistant. The post will predominantly be based at Chorley Birth Centre, with cross-site working required as part of service need.

The post holder will act as a central point of contact for all community midwifery telephone and email enquiries, maintaining a calm, courteous and professional approach when dealing with pregnant women, women in labour and new mothers. They will ensure that all contacts are managed efficiently, with urgent requests escalated appropriately and information relayed promptly to the Community Midwifery team.

Key responsibilities include managing incoming calls and emails, scheduling appointments, updating patient records (including BadgerNet), and responding to or redirecting queries as appropriate.

The post holder will also provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Community Midwifery team, including minute taking, diary management, and handling correspondence, ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of the service.

Main duties of the job

• Act as the first point of contact for Community Midwifery Services, managing incoming telephone calls and emails and responding or redirecting enquiries appropriately.
• Communicate effectively with pregnant women, women in labour and postnatal women, ensuring all contacts are handled in a calm, professional and sensitive manner.
• Ensure urgent and emergency requests are identified and escalated promptly to the appropriate midwife or team.
• Support the coordination of patient care by scheduling appointments and ensuring accurate and timely communication with Community Midwives.
• Maintain and update patient records, including BadgerNet, ensuring all information is recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support to the Community Midwifery team, including diary management, handling correspondence, and minute taking for meetings.
• Ensure discharge information and follow-up requests are appropriately allocated to the relevant midwife or service.
• Maintain effective communication across maternity services to support the smooth day-to-day running of the service.

About us

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a wide range of acute and specialist services to a local population of over 370,000 people across Preston, Chorley and South Ribble, as well as specialist care for a wider population across Lancashire and South Cumbria.

We are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care and creating a supportive and inclusive working environment for all staff. Our values centre around putting patients first, working as one team, and taking personal responsibility to deliver safe and effective care.

Within Maternity Services, you will be part of a friendly and dedicated team supporting women, babies and families across a range of community and birth centre settings. We offer opportunities for learning and development, alongside a supportive team environment where your contribution is valued and makes a real difference to patient experience and service delivery.

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

438-PB4519

Job locations

Cross site working

Chorley/Preston

PR7 1PR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the Community Midwifery Service, ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of midwifery-led services across birth centre and community settings.

They will act as the central point of contact for all telephone and email enquiries, responding to internal and external contacts in a professional, courteous and timely manner. The post holder will communicate effectively with pregnant women, women in labour and postnatal women, ensuring all enquiries are managed sensitively and escalated appropriately when urgent.

The role includes receiving, triaging and accurately relaying information to Community Midwives, ensuring that all requests are actioned promptly. Emergency or urgent requests must be identified and escalated immediately in line with service protocols.

The post holder will support patient pathway coordination by scheduling appointments, processing referrals and discharge information, and ensuring appropriate follow-up is allocated to the relevant Community Midwife or service. They will maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including entering and updating information on the BadgerNet system.

Administrative responsibilities include managing incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintaining diaries where required, supporting the organisation of meetings, and producing accurate minutes for community midwifery meetings.

The post holder will also manage specific administrative processes, including ensuring blood spot repeat requests and other clinical communications are promptly shared with the appropriate midwifery team.

They will work collaboratively with administrative and clinical colleagues across maternity services, including cross-site working where required, to support safe, effective and responsive care delivery.

All duties must be carried out in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, data protection standards, and a high standard of customer care at all times.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will provide comprehensive administrative and clerical support to the Community Midwifery Service, ensuring the efficient day-to-day running of midwifery-led services across birth centre and community settings. They will act as the central point of contact for all telephone and email enquiries, responding to internal and external contacts in a professional, courteous and timely manner. The post holder will communicate effectively with pregnant women, women in labour and postnatal women, ensuring all enquiries are managed sensitively and escalated appropriately when urgent. The role includes receiving, triaging and accurately relaying information to Community Midwives, ensuring that all requests are actioned promptly. Emergency or urgent requests must be identified and escalated immediately in line with service protocols. The post holder will support patient pathway coordination by scheduling appointments, processing referrals and discharge information, and ensuring appropriate follow-up is allocated to the relevant Community Midwife or service. They will maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including entering and updating information on the BadgerNet system. Administrative responsibilities include managing incoming and outgoing correspondence, maintaining diaries where required, supporting the organisation of meetings, and producing accurate minutes for community midwifery meetings. The post holder will also manage specific administrative processes, including ensuring blood spot repeat requests and other clinical communications are promptly shared with the appropriate midwifery team. They will work collaboratively with administrative and clinical colleagues across maternity services, including cross-site working where required, to support safe, effective and responsive care delivery. All duties must be carried out in accordance with Trust policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, data protection standards, and a high standard of customer care at all times.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Numeracy and literacy skills
• Administrative skills

Desirable

• RSA Level 2
• Audio typing skills

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working with the public
• Aware of the concept and application of confidentiality

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a health care or related setting

Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential Numeracy and literacy skills Administrative skills Desirable RSA Level 2 Audio typing skills Knowledge & Experience Essential Previous experience of working with the public Aware of the concept and application of confidentiality Desirable Previous experience of working in a health care or related setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cross site working

Chorley/Preston

PR7 1PR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cross site working

Chorley/Preston

PR7 1PR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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