Job summary

We are looking for 1 x Senior Clinical fellow at University Hospital Lewisham ICU. The post is full-time and is entirely within the Critical Care Unit for the contract duration. This is a permanent post.

The successful applicant will work in a EWTD compliant, 1:6 rota with prospective cover of annual and study leave. There are at least 2 juniors on both LDs and Nights.

The Critical Care Unit has 19 beds of which 6 are isolated. The unit admits approximately 900 patients per year. The unit subscribes to ICNARC.

A team of ICU consultants provide 24-hour supervision, lead all ward rounds and support the junior doctors.

Main duties of the job

Assess each patient every day on the ward round and plan patient care under the supervision of the Critical Care Consultant.

Participate with the other members of the team in the ongoing medical care of all the patients on the unit.

Attend and present patients every morning at the handover round and again each evening at the handover round to the Critical Care Resident on night shift

Document and execute a clinical management plan with the Critical Care Consultant on the unit during the day or on call at night regarding the care of all patients on the unit

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

An exciting opportunity is now available for a qualified Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join the Urgent Community Response TeamatLewisham Hospital.The ACP will practice with a high degree of autonomy supported by the Clinical Leads for Frailty.Under the direction of theFrailty consultant and in conjunction with the UCRteam, the ACP will use expert, evidence-based clinical practice to care forpatients within the community. The ACP will be responsible for the assessment of patients, implementation and completion of agreed clinical management plans, requests and review clinical investigations, prescribe relevant medications and referral to other specialities and tertiary centres.

The successful candidate will work a shift pattern including out of hours and will primarily be based in the community setting. This post holder will be able to evidence the completion of Master level studies in advanced clinical practice. In addition, applicants will have to providea portfolio of evidence with the relevant advanced capabilities demonstrating relevant experience in frailtyor related speciality.

We welcome applications from those interested in developing into therole of ACP. You will initially be employed as a trainee ACP (band 7) and you will be supported through the Trust ACP credentialing program, once all the set elements of the program are completed and signed off, you will automatically progress into ACP Role (band 8a).

Main duties of the job

As an ACP, you will deliver advanced clinical care to acutely unwell patients in the community, undertaking comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning and non-medical prescribing. You will work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to support admission avoidance, optimise patient outcomes and deliver high-quality, evidence-based care. The role also includes leading service improvement initiatives, supporting clinical governance, education and workforce development, contributing to research and audit, and providing leadership to drive innovation and continuous improvement across the UCR service.

The ACP provides clinical leadership within the multidisciplinary team, supports and supervises junior staff, contributes to workforce development and recruitment, and works collaboratively across services to ensure seamless patient care. The role also supports education and training through clinical supervision and teaching, participates in audit, research and quality improvement activities, and promotes evidence-based practice. In addition, the ACP contributes to resource and risk management by ensuring safe clinical practice, implementing governance processes, monitoring incidents, and supporting continuous service improvement.

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £64,750 a year per annum plus HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

197-AJ-R-8695a

Job locations

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Promote the improvement of quality and clinical effectiveness.

• Evaluate and audit own and others clinical practice, selecting and applying valid, reliable methods, then acting on the findings.

• Take a critical approach toidentifygaps in the evidence base and its application to practice, alertingappropriate individualsand organisations tothese and how they might be addressed in a safe and pragmatic way.

• Develop and implement robust governance systems and systematic documentation processes, keeping the need for modifications under critical review

• Lead new practice and service redesign solutions in response to feedback, evaluation and need, working across boundaries and broadening sphere of influence.

• Implement practices that areappropriate forpatient and service need through understanding the wider implications of epidemiological, demographic, social, political, legislative, and professionaltrendsand developments.

• Identifythe need for change and proactively generate practice innovations to implement solutions to better meet the needs of patient and the service.

• Develop and undertake activities tomonitorthe progress and efficiency of the service and owns practice.

• Continually assess and monitor risk in their own and others practice and challenge others if necessary.

• Critically appraise and synthesise the outcomes of relevant research, serviceevaluationand audits, and apply the information whenseekingto improve practice.

Job description Job responsibilities Promote the improvement of quality and clinical effectiveness. Evaluate and audit own and others clinical practice, selecting and applying valid, reliable methods, then acting on the findings. Take a critical approach toidentifygaps in the evidence base and its application to practice, alertingappropriate individualsand organisations tothese and how they might be addressed in a safe and pragmatic way. Develop and implement robust governance systems and systematic documentation processes, keeping the need for modifications under critical review Lead new practice and service redesign solutions in response to feedback, evaluation and need, working across boundaries and broadening sphere of influence. Implement practices that areappropriate forpatient and service need through understanding the wider implications of epidemiological, demographic, social, political, legislative, and professionaltrendsand developments. Identifythe need for change and proactively generate practice innovations to implement solutions to better meet the needs of patient and the service. Develop and undertake activities tomonitorthe progress and efficiency of the service and owns practice. Continually assess and monitor risk in their own and others practice and challenge others if necessary. Critically appraise and synthesise the outcomes of relevant research, serviceevaluationand audits, and apply the information whenseekingto improve practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• NMC Registered RN/RM, GPhC or HCPC registered professional.
• MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or NHSE digital badge.
• Evidence of a ACP/Frailty portfolio of practice or relevant specialty.
• Teaching/Assessment/Mentorship qualification (supervising and assessing).
• V300 non-medical prescribing qualification.
• Level 7 Advanced physical assessment module.
• ALS

Desirable

• Frailty related level 7 studies.
• Leadership qualification or relevant leadership experience.
• Research in practice qualifications or relevant experience.
• IMER certificate.
• ALS/instructor.
• PGCert in education/Fellowship of higher education (FHEA).

Experience

Essential

• Extensive previous clinical experience in the acute care of adults.
• Senior experience of leadership within a service including the management of a group of staff.
• Experience in the development of staff.
• Experience of working with a high degree of autonomy in line with a scope of practice. Able to weigh evidence, clinical guidance and occupational policies and seek advice from peers and senior members of the clinical teams when required.
• Ability to interpret highly complex and/or sensitive information demonstrating negotiating empathic skills to achieve outcomes with patients or health professionals.
• Evidence of implementing policies related to own area of work
• Evidence on the delivery of specialist training to nurses, doctors and AHPs.
• Evidence of leading on conducting audit/research.
• Experience in the management of physical illness in patients presenting mental health complaints.

Desirable

• Experience managing own service budget.
• Significant experience in a range of patients in acute care settings.
• Experience in the management of adults presenting safeguarding concerns.
• Experience in teaching and assessment in clinical practice to nurses/doctors/CNS.
• Evidence of participating in academic publications.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Advanced knowledge in Frailty or related speciality underpinned by relevant experience
• Relevant experience obtaining a clinical history of the patient and conducting a focal physical assessment of the patient and underpinned by assessment models (ie medical consultation models, focal systems assessment).
• Able to record healthcare generated information and maintain accurate record keeping.
• Experience of participating and conducting appraisals.
• Evidence of conducting own research and publications.

Desirable

• Evidence of ongoing professional development across the 4 pillars of advanced practice.

Personal Qualities and Skills

Essential

• Able to plan and prioritise own workload in line with complex activities and plans which require adjustment in line with a changing workplace environmentable to contribute and participate in multidisciplinary/multi-agency team working.
• Self-motivated towards own practice and development.

Desirable

• Demonstrate commitment to support national and Trust strategies and objectives for Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Evidence of involvement in national multi agency programs.

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential NMC Registered RN/RM, GPhC or HCPC registered professional. MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or NHSE digital badge. Evidence of a ACP/Frailty portfolio of practice or relevant specialty. Teaching/Assessment/Mentorship qualification (supervising and assessing). V300 non-medical prescribing qualification. Level 7 Advanced physical assessment module. ALS Desirable Frailty related level 7 studies. Leadership qualification or relevant leadership experience. Research in practice qualifications or relevant experience. IMER certificate. ALS/instructor. PGCert in education/Fellowship of higher education (FHEA). Experience Essential Extensive previous clinical experience in the acute care of adults. Senior experience of leadership within a service including the management of a group of staff. Experience in the development of staff. Experience of working with a high degree of autonomy in line with a scope of practice. Able to weigh evidence, clinical guidance and occupational policies and seek advice from peers and senior members of the clinical teams when required. Ability to interpret highly complex and/or sensitive information demonstrating negotiating empathic skills to achieve outcomes with patients or health professionals. Evidence of implementing policies related to own area of work Evidence on the delivery of specialist training to nurses, doctors and AHPs. Evidence of leading on conducting audit/research. Experience in the management of physical illness in patients presenting mental health complaints. Desirable Experience managing own service budget. Significant experience in a range of patients in acute care settings. Experience in the management of adults presenting safeguarding concerns. Experience in teaching and assessment in clinical practice to nurses/doctors/CNS. Evidence of participating in academic publications. Knowledge and Skills Essential Advanced knowledge in Frailty or related speciality underpinned by relevant experience Relevant experience obtaining a clinical history of the patient and conducting a focal physical assessment of the patient and underpinned by assessment models (ie medical consultation models, focal systems assessment). Able to record healthcare generated information and maintain accurate record keeping. Experience of participating and conducting appraisals. Evidence of conducting own research and publications. Desirable Evidence of ongoing professional development across the 4 pillars of advanced practice. Personal Qualities and Skills Essential Able to plan and prioritise own workload in line with complex activities and plans which require adjustment in line with a changing workplace environmentable to contribute and participate in multidisciplinary/multi-agency team working. Self-motivated towards own practice and development. Desirable Demonstrate commitment to support national and Trust strategies and objectives for Advanced Clinical Practice. Evidence of involvement in national multi agency programs.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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. 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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Band 7 Specialist School Nurse for Vulnerable Children and Young People to join our 5-19 School Health Service at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.

This specialist role focuses on improving health outcomes and reducing inequalities for vulnerable children and young people outside mainstream education, including those attending Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), missing education, electively home educated or not in education, employment or training (NEET).

The successful candidate will provide specialist safeguarding expertise, clinical leadership and targeted health interventions, working collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners. Building trusting relationships with young people who have experienced trauma, disadvantage or difficulties engaging with services is central to this role.

The postholder will manage complex safeguarding caseloads, undertake holistic health assessments, coordinate care and contribute to child protection processes while supporting the wider School Health Team.

We seek a compassionate, experienced practitioner committed to improving access to healthcare and making a meaningful difference to vulnerable children and young people.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will provide specialist clinical leadership and targeted health and safeguarding interventions for vulnerable children and young people (CYP), particularly those outside mainstream education.

Key responsibilities include:

• Manage complex caseloads of vulnerable CYP, including those attending Pupil Referral Units (PRUs), children missing education (CME), electively home-educated children and those not in education, employment or training (NEET).

• Undertake holistic health assessments, identify unmet needs and develop individualised care plans.

• Provide specialist safeguarding interventions, prepare child protection reports and attend conferences and multi-agency meetings.

• Build trusting relationships with vulnerable CYP who may have experienced trauma, disadvantage or disengagement from services.

• Work collaboratively with Social Care, education, Youth Justice and mental health services.

• Follow up A&E attendances, ensuring timely safeguarding interventions and referrals.

• Deliver targeted health promotion and early intervention.

• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and guidance to School Health practitioners.

• Support service development, clinical audit and monitoring of commissioned KPIs.

The role is essential in reducing health inequalities, improving engagement and ensuring safe, accessible care for vulnerable CYP.

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

STEP Pharmacist - Band 6 -Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

This vacancy is for registered pharmacists who can start by March 2027

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust for pharmacists with drive and ability to become part of the dynamic pharmacy team. You will work in a supportive environment with training opportunities, to build your foundation skills and develop your expertise.

We have positions available at University Hospital Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth, Woolwich.

STEP pharmacists must be able to travel to ALL of the base site South East London Hospitals that participate in the STEP programme. See the STEP Programme Handbook for more details. If you cannot commit to this travel then please do not apply.

Main duties of the job

You will have the opportunity to rotate through a variety of specialties within Lewisham and Queen Elizabeth Hospital and be offered opportunities to apply for placements as part of the STEP programme at other hospitals in South East London. Rotations span across clinical, medicines information and aseptics services (Lewisham only).

The programme provides competency based training, education and experience over three years to equip pharmacists with the skills and knowledge to provide the highest quality professional care and progress their careers. The post requires a highly motivated pharmacist with excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills.

About us

The clinical pharmacy service to the wards is well established and provides high quality care across a variety of specialties. Joining a team of experienced pharmacists and technicians you will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver a patient focused clinical pharmacy service to the wards. The pharmacy department supports development through work place based learning and weekly teaching sessions.

This job is for pharmacists who can be registered by the GPhC by March 2027

Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum plus HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-KH8873

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Throughout the STEP programme pharmacists are employed by one of the Trusts in South East London, and will work from one of the seven hospitals henceforth referred to as the base hospital. This advert is for Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust and the base hospitals areUniversity Lewisham Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

STEP pharmacists gain experience by completing 6 month placements at different base sites and should anticipate travelling to workanywhere within the STEP region, details of these are within the STEP Programme Handbook. Placements with other Trusts are managed through honorary contracts.

Job Summary:

To assist in the delivery of a comprehensive pharmacy service and to provide operational support to the department as agreed in the rotational programme.

To undertake the PostgraduateDiploma in General Practice Pharmacy at University College London (UCL) or equivalent Post Registration Foundation Pharmacist Development Programme, in order to meet the requirements of the NHS to be fit for practice and provide consistently high quality patient care. Meet all of our professional, fitness to practise and ethical standards as set out by the GPhC.

Detailed Duties:

• Dispensary services (where applicable)

• To follow procedures relating to good dispensing practice, and to maintain high standards and orderly methods of working.
• To be the Responsible Pharmacist.

• To comply with the formulary and dispensary policies.
• To dispense and check Outpatients and Inpatients scripts, including clinical trials and chemotherapy.
• To effectively clinically screen prescriptions and professionally resolve any problems or refer when appropriate.
• To effectively and efficiently counsel patients on the needs relating to their medicines.
• To deal with requests from members of staff and patients in a professional manner.
• To be aware of the overall dispensary workload, and by liaising with dispensary leads, to prioritise and effectively manage the workflow.
• To participate in dispensary audits and contribute to quality service assurance initiatives.
• To update dispensary protocols and standard operating procedures as required.

• Technical services (where applicable)

• To assist in the provision of a comprehensive preparative service to the Trust and external customers. This can include aseptic dispensing and manufacturing, TPN, CIVAS, clinical trial preparation, non-sterile and sterile manufacturing and QC / QA activities, according to the service at the base hospital. The post holder may work in the following areas on a rotational basis depending on base hospital working arrangements and rotas: aseptic services; the oncology suites or satellites; general manufacturing services (sterile and non-sterile production); quality assurance and control departments.
• To ensure that activities undertaken within the units meet current legislation such as GMP/GDP, GCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, and that all work is documented according to these procedures.
• To undertake when required preparation of all products following adequate training.
• To be aware of and follow standard operating procedures at all times.
• To be aware of and follow all quality assurance procedures and make the section manager aware of any deficiencies.
• To undertake, where relevant, clinical screening of prescriptions and to provide pharmaceutical advice on the use of medicines prepared during the rotation.
• To undertake the final check of dispensed and batch prepared products after appropriate training.

Additionally in some base hospitals:

• To record, cost and report the activities of the unit.

• To participate in education and training programs to develop skills as part of a commitment to CPD.

• Medicines Information (MI) services (where applicable)

• To participate in the medicines enquiry answering service by the provision of accurate, evaluated and impartial up to date and helpful information & advice about medicines to ensure safe, clinically effective and cost efficient use of medicines in patients.
• To assist Senior MI pharmacists in providing training in medicines information skills and knowledge to trainee pharmacists, visiting trainees and students, and in some base hospitals, pharmacy technicians.
• To participate in the maintenance and development of systems for the collection, storage retrieval and dissemination of information.

Additionally in some base hospitals:

• To be responsible for organising the educational drug lunches provided by Pharmaceutical Representatives for the pharmacy department.
• To participate in Journal Club meetings, this involves critically appraising trial data for discussion at the meeting.

• Ward based pharmacy services

• To participate in the medicines management programme / clinical pharmacy services involving any of the following: ensuring accurate drug histories are taken and documented; patients own drug are reconciled; dispensing for discharge is facilitated; dispensing of medicines on the ward for patients to take home; communicate effectively with patients to improve adherence.
• To identify patients with complex pharmaceutical problems, propose solutions and refer these to more senior staff.
• To identify drug interactions, prioritise and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines.
• To monitor patients responses to drug treatments for efficacy and toxicity, prioritise these and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines.
• To identify errors on clerking including medication histories and allergies documentation, TTOs or on prescriptions initiated during the patients admission. Appropriately prioritise these and take best course of action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure patient safety.

Job description Job responsibilities Throughout the STEP programme pharmacists are employed by one of the Trusts in South East London, and will work from one of the seven hospitals henceforth referred to as the base hospital. This advert is for Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust and the base hospitals areUniversity Lewisham Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital. STEP pharmacists gain experience by completing 6 month placements at different base sites and should anticipate travelling to workanywhere within the STEP region, details of these are within the STEP Programme Handbook. Placements with other Trusts are managed through honorary contracts. Job Summary: To assist in the delivery of a comprehensive pharmacy service and to provide operational support to the department as agreed in the rotational programme. To undertake the PostgraduateDiploma in General Practice Pharmacy at University College London (UCL) or equivalent Post Registration Foundation Pharmacist Development Programme, in order to meet the requirements of the NHS to be fit for practice and provide consistently high quality patient care. Meet all of our professional, fitness to practise and ethical standards as set out by the GPhC. Detailed Duties: Dispensary services (where applicable) To follow procedures relating to good dispensing practice, and to maintain high standards and orderly methods of working. To be the Responsible Pharmacist. To comply with the formulary and dispensary policies. To dispense and check Outpatients and Inpatients scripts, including clinical trials and chemotherapy. To effectively clinically screen prescriptions and professionally resolve any problems or refer when appropriate. To effectively and efficiently counsel patients on the needs relating to their medicines. To deal with requests from members of staff and patients in a professional manner. To be aware of the overall dispensary workload, and by liaising with dispensary leads, to prioritise and effectively manage the workflow. To participate in dispensary audits and contribute to quality service assurance initiatives. To update dispensary protocols and standard operating procedures as required. Technical services (where applicable) To assist in the provision of a comprehensive preparative service to the Trust and external customers. This can include aseptic dispensing and manufacturing, TPN, CIVAS, clinical trial preparation, non-sterile and sterile manufacturing and QC / QA activities, according to the service at the base hospital. The post holder may work in the following areas on a rotational basis depending on base hospital working arrangements and rotas: aseptic services; the oncology suites or satellites; general manufacturing services (sterile and non-sterile production); quality assurance and control departments. To ensure that activities undertaken within the units meet current legislation such as GMP/GDP, GCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, and that all work is documented according to these procedures. To undertake when required preparation of all products following adequate training. To be aware of and follow standard operating procedures at all times. To be aware of and follow all quality assurance procedures and make the section manager aware of any deficiencies. To undertake, where relevant, clinical screening of prescriptions and to provide pharmaceutical advice on the use of medicines prepared during the rotation. To undertake the final check of dispensed and batch prepared products after appropriate training. Additionally in some base hospitals: To record, cost and report the activities of the unit. To participate in education and training programs to develop skills as part of a commitment to CPD. Medicines Information (MI) services (where applicable) To participate in the medicines enquiry answering service by the provision of accurate, evaluated and impartial up to date and helpful information & advice about medicines to ensure safe, clinically effective and cost efficient use of medicines in patients. To assist Senior MI pharmacists in providing training in medicines information skills and knowledge to trainee pharmacists, visiting trainees and students, and in some base hospitals, pharmacy technicians. To participate in the maintenance and development of systems for the collection, storage retrieval and dissemination of information. Additionally in some base hospitals: To be responsible for organising the educational drug lunches provided by Pharmaceutical Representatives for the pharmacy department. To participate in Journal Club meetings, this involves critically appraising trial data for discussion at the meeting. Ward based pharmacy services To participate in the medicines management programme / clinical pharmacy services involving any of the following: ensuring accurate drug histories are taken and documented; patients own drug are reconciled; dispensing for discharge is facilitated; dispensing of medicines on the ward for patients to take home; communicate effectively with patients to improve adherence. To identify patients with complex pharmaceutical problems, propose solutions and refer these to more senior staff. To identify drug interactions, prioritise and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines. To monitor patients responses to drug treatments for efficacy and toxicity, prioritise these and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines. To identify errors on clerking including medication histories and allergies documentation, TTOs or on prescriptions initiated during the patients admission. Appropriately prioritise these and take best course of action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure patient safety.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• Masters degree MPharm (or equivalent to allow GPhC registration)
• Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) by March 2027
• Willingness to be or already enrolled on the UCL Postgraduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Successful completion of a Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent and comparable experience)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a dispensary / patient services environment
• Experience in providing clinical pharmacy services
• Experience of mentoring and supervising students, Trainee Pharmacists and / or Pharmacy Technicians
• Involvement with clinical audit, quality improvement, research and / or service development projects

Desirable

• Experience in hospital pharmacy practice
• Experience of working in a ward-based clinical environment
• Experience working within Medicines Information or Technical Services
• Contributes to the development of pharmacy services

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable skills and ability to safely clinically screen a prescription request for the supply of a medicine
• Ability to communicate pharmaceutical information effectively to members of the MDT
• Able to work independently, when required
• Able to effectively solve clinical and operational issues to best support patient care
• Able to manage their own workload effectively and escalate for support, when required
• Ability to prioritise workload and to work accurately; including under pressure and in busy & distracting environments
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to work in, sometimes, emotionally challenging and evocative situations
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience of working with Electronic Patient Records and digital prescribing systems

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic
• Self-motivated
• Appreciate the importance of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Flexibility
• Able to inspire and motivate others
• Able to support the department's out of hours services
• Recognises limitations
• Committed to continuous professional development
• Take responsibility for own action

Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential Masters degree MPharm (or equivalent to allow GPhC registration) Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) by March 2027 Willingness to be or already enrolled on the UCL Postgraduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent) Desirable Successful completion of a Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent and comparable experience) Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working in a dispensary / patient services environment Experience in providing clinical pharmacy services Experience of mentoring and supervising students, Trainee Pharmacists and / or Pharmacy Technicians Involvement with clinical audit, quality improvement, research and / or service development projects Desirable Experience in hospital pharmacy practice Experience of working in a ward-based clinical environment Experience working within Medicines Information or Technical Services Contributes to the development of pharmacy services Skills and Abilities Essential Demonstrable skills and ability to safely clinically screen a prescription request for the supply of a medicine Ability to communicate pharmaceutical information effectively to members of the MDT Able to work independently, when required Able to effectively solve clinical and operational issues to best support patient care Able to manage their own workload effectively and escalate for support, when required Ability to prioritise workload and to work accurately; including under pressure and in busy & distracting environments Excellent attention to detail Able to work in, sometimes, emotionally challenging and evocative situations Able to work under pressure Able to work as part of a team Desirable Experience of working with Electronic Patient Records and digital prescribing systems Personal Qualities Essential Enthusiastic Self-motivated Appreciate the importance of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Flexibility Able to inspire and motivate others Able to support the department's out of hours services Recognises limitations Committed to continuous professional development Take responsibility for own action

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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. 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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this post

Pharmacy Assistant Technical Services - Band 2

37.5 hours per week (plus weekends/bank holidays on a rota basis)

Do you already have experience in Pharmacy or Aseptic Preparation Services, or are looking for a new challenge? If so, this position could be for you!

The Pharmacy Technical Services team at Lewisham University Hospital require a hardworking and committed person to assist in the preparation and dispensing of sterile medicines such as chemotherapy.

The role includes:

• Preparing the environment and equipment for use
• Preparing product worksheets and labels
• Assembly of raw materials
• Aseptic manufacture of sterile medicines

You will have good communication and organisational skills, able to work well within a team and on your own, and have experience of meeting deadlines, working under pressure. and attention to detail.

You will hold the NVQ Level 2 in Pharmacy Services or be willing to undertake this qualification.

Main duties of the job

You will need to have a good general education, GCSE Maths and English at grade C or above (or equivalent), and have a commitment to learning and self-development.

You may not be shortlisted for interview if your supporting statement does not demonstrate your experience in the required person specification criteria.

Aseptic experience would be an advantage but not a requirement as full training will be given.

We are a friendly and supportive team who strive for excellent working practices and quality of work. We support staff members to achieve their best and encourage self development and learning.

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this post

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

STEP Pharmacist - Band 6 -Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

This vacancy is for registered pharmacists who can start by March 2027

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust for pharmacists with drive and ability to become part of the dynamic pharmacy team. You will work in a supportive environment with training opportunities, to build your foundation skills and develop your expertise.

We have a positions available at Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Woolwich and University Hospital Lewisham to start from March 2026.

STEP pharmacists must be able to travel to ALL of the base site South East London Hospitals that participate in the STEP programme. See the STEP Programme Handbook for more details. If you cannot commit to this travel then please do not apply.

You will have the opportunity to rotate through a variety of specialties within Queen Elizabeth Hospital or University Hospital Lewisham and be offered opportunities to apply for placements as part of the STEP programme at other hospitals in South East London. Rotations span across medical and surgery areas as well as medicines information services.

The programme provides competency based training, education and experience over three years to equip pharmacists with the skills and knowledge to provide the highest quality professional care and progress their careers. The post requires a highly motivated pharmacist with excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills.

Main duties of the job

The clinical pharmacy service to the wards is well established and provides high quality care across a variety of specialties. Joining a team of experienced pharmacists and technicians you will work as part of the multidisciplinary team to deliver a patient focused clinical pharmacy service to the wards. The pharmacy department supports development through work place based learning and weekly teaching sessions.

This job is for pharmacists who can be registered by the GPhC by March 2027

PLEASE NOTE: We may not be able to offer sponsorship for this post

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Details

Date posted

29 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum plus HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-KH8874

Job locations

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Throughout the STEP programme pharmacists are employed by one of the Trusts in South East London, and will work from one of the seven hospitals henceforth referred to as the base hospital. This advert is for Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust and the base hospital isQueen Elizabeth Hospital or University Hospital Lewisham.

STEP pharmacists gain experience by completing 6 month placements at different base sites and should anticipate travelling to workanywhere within the STEP region, details of these are within the STEP Programme Handbook. Placements with other Trusts are managed through honorary contracts.

Job Summary:

To assist in the delivery of a comprehensive pharmacy service and to provide operational support to the department as agreed in the rotational programme.

To undertake the PostgraduateDiploma in General Practice Pharmacy at University College London (UCL) or equivalent Post Registration Foundation Pharmacist Development Programme, in order to meet the requirements of the NHS to be fit for practice and provide consistently high quality patient care. Meet all of our professional, fitness to practise and ethical standards as set out by the GPhC.

Detailed Duties:

• Dispensary services (where applicable)

• To follow procedures relating to good dispensing practice, and to maintain high standards and orderly methods of working.
• To be the Responsible Pharmacist.

• To comply with the formulary and dispensary policies.
• To dispense and check Outpatients and Inpatients scripts, including clinical trials and chemotherapy.
• To effectively clinically screen prescriptions and professionally resolve any problems or refer when appropriate.
• To effectively and efficiently counsel patients on the needs relating to their medicines.
• To deal with requests from members of staff and patients in a professional manner.
• To be aware of the overall dispensary workload, and by liaising with dispensary leads, to prioritise and effectively manage the workflow.
• To participate in dispensary audits and contribute to quality service assurance initiatives.
• To update dispensary protocols and standard operating procedures as required.

• Technical services (where applicable)

• To assist in the provision of a comprehensive preparative service to the Trust and external customers. This can include aseptic dispensing and manufacturing, TPN, CIVAS, clinical trial preparation, non-sterile and sterile manufacturing and QC / QA activities, according to the service at the base hospital. The post holder may work in the following areas on a rotational basis depending on base hospital working arrangements and rotas: aseptic services; the oncology suites or satellites; general manufacturing services (sterile and non-sterile production); quality assurance and control departments.
• To ensure that activities undertaken within the units meet current legislation such as GMP/GDP, GCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, and that all work is documented according to these procedures.
• To undertake when required preparation of all products following adequate training.
• To be aware of and follow standard operating procedures at all times.
• To be aware of and follow all quality assurance procedures and make the section manager aware of any deficiencies.
• To undertake, where relevant, clinical screening of prescriptions and to provide pharmaceutical advice on the use of medicines prepared during the rotation.
• To undertake the final check of dispensed and batch prepared products after appropriate training.

Additionally in some base hospitals:

• To record, cost and report the activities of the unit.

• To participate in education and training programs to develop skills as part of a commitment to CPD.

• Medicines Information (MI) services (where applicable)

• To participate in the medicines enquiry answering service by the provision of accurate, evaluated and impartial up to date and helpful information & advice about medicines to ensure safe, clinically effective and cost efficient use of medicines in patients.
• To assist Senior MI pharmacists in providing training in medicines information skills and knowledge to trainee pharmacists, visiting trainees and students, and in some base hospitals, pharmacy technicians.
• To participate in the maintenance and development of systems for the collection, storage retrieval and dissemination of information.

Additionally in some base hospitals:

• To be responsible for organising the educational drug lunches provided by Pharmaceutical Representatives for the pharmacy department.
• To participate in Journal Club meetings, this involves critically appraising trial data for discussion at the meeting.

• Ward based pharmacy services

• To participate in the medicines management programme / clinical pharmacy services involving any of the following: ensuring accurate drug histories are taken and documented; patients own drug are reconciled; dispensing for discharge is facilitated; dispensing of medicines on the ward for patients to take home; communicate effectively with patients to improve adherence.
• To identify patients with complex pharmaceutical problems, propose solutions and refer these to more senior staff.
• To identify drug interactions, prioritise and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines.
• To monitor patients responses to drug treatments for efficacy and toxicity, prioritise these and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines.
• To identify errors on clerking including medication histories and allergies documentation, TTOs or on prescriptions initiated during the patients admission. Appropriately prioritise these and take best course of action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure patient safety.

Job description Job responsibilities Throughout the STEP programme pharmacists are employed by one of the Trusts in South East London, and will work from one of the seven hospitals henceforth referred to as the base hospital. This advert is for Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust and the base hospital isQueen Elizabeth Hospital or University Hospital Lewisham. STEP pharmacists gain experience by completing 6 month placements at different base sites and should anticipate travelling to workanywhere within the STEP region, details of these are within the STEP Programme Handbook. Placements with other Trusts are managed through honorary contracts. Job Summary: To assist in the delivery of a comprehensive pharmacy service and to provide operational support to the department as agreed in the rotational programme. To undertake the PostgraduateDiploma in General Practice Pharmacy at University College London (UCL) or equivalent Post Registration Foundation Pharmacist Development Programme, in order to meet the requirements of the NHS to be fit for practice and provide consistently high quality patient care. Meet all of our professional, fitness to practise and ethical standards as set out by the GPhC. Detailed Duties: Dispensary services (where applicable) To follow procedures relating to good dispensing practice, and to maintain high standards and orderly methods of working. To be the Responsible Pharmacist. To comply with the formulary and dispensary policies. To dispense and check Outpatients and Inpatients scripts, including clinical trials and chemotherapy. To effectively clinically screen prescriptions and professionally resolve any problems or refer when appropriate. To effectively and efficiently counsel patients on the needs relating to their medicines. To deal with requests from members of staff and patients in a professional manner. To be aware of the overall dispensary workload, and by liaising with dispensary leads, to prioritise and effectively manage the workflow. To participate in dispensary audits and contribute to quality service assurance initiatives. To update dispensary protocols and standard operating procedures as required. Technical services (where applicable) To assist in the provision of a comprehensive preparative service to the Trust and external customers. This can include aseptic dispensing and manufacturing, TPN, CIVAS, clinical trial preparation, non-sterile and sterile manufacturing and QC / QA activities, according to the service at the base hospital. The post holder may work in the following areas on a rotational basis depending on base hospital working arrangements and rotas: aseptic services; the oncology suites or satellites; general manufacturing services (sterile and non-sterile production); quality assurance and control departments. To ensure that activities undertaken within the units meet current legislation such as GMP/GDP, GCP, Health and Safety, COSHH, and that all work is documented according to these procedures. To undertake when required preparation of all products following adequate training. To be aware of and follow standard operating procedures at all times. To be aware of and follow all quality assurance procedures and make the section manager aware of any deficiencies. To undertake, where relevant, clinical screening of prescriptions and to provide pharmaceutical advice on the use of medicines prepared during the rotation. To undertake the final check of dispensed and batch prepared products after appropriate training. Additionally in some base hospitals: To record, cost and report the activities of the unit. To participate in education and training programs to develop skills as part of a commitment to CPD. Medicines Information (MI) services (where applicable) To participate in the medicines enquiry answering service by the provision of accurate, evaluated and impartial up to date and helpful information & advice about medicines to ensure safe, clinically effective and cost efficient use of medicines in patients. To assist Senior MI pharmacists in providing training in medicines information skills and knowledge to trainee pharmacists, visiting trainees and students, and in some base hospitals, pharmacy technicians. To participate in the maintenance and development of systems for the collection, storage retrieval and dissemination of information. Additionally in some base hospitals: To be responsible for organising the educational drug lunches provided by Pharmaceutical Representatives for the pharmacy department. To participate in Journal Club meetings, this involves critically appraising trial data for discussion at the meeting. Ward based pharmacy services To participate in the medicines management programme / clinical pharmacy services involving any of the following: ensuring accurate drug histories are taken and documented; patients own drug are reconciled; dispensing for discharge is facilitated; dispensing of medicines on the ward for patients to take home; communicate effectively with patients to improve adherence. To identify patients with complex pharmaceutical problems, propose solutions and refer these to more senior staff. To identify drug interactions, prioritise and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines. To monitor patients responses to drug treatments for efficacy and toxicity, prioritise these and take appropriate action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure the safe and effective use of medicines. To identify errors on clerking including medication histories and allergies documentation, TTOs or on prescriptions initiated during the patients admission. Appropriately prioritise these and take best course of action (which may include referral to a more senior member of staff) to ensure patient safety.

Person Specification

Qualification and Education

Essential

• MPharm degree (or equivalent to allow GPhC registration)
• Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) by March 2027
• Willingness to be or already enrolled on the UCL Postgraduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Successful completion of a Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent and comparable experience)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a dispensary / patient services environment
• Experience in providing clinical pharmacy services
• Experience of mentoring and supervising students, Trainee Pharmacists and / or Pharmacy Technicians
• Involvement with clinical audit, quality improvement, research and / or service development projects

Desirable

• Experience in hospital pharmacy practice
• Experience of working in a ward-based clinical environment
• Experience working within Medicines Information or Technical Services
• Contributes to the development of pharmacy services

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable skills and ability to safely clinically screen a prescription request for the supply of a medicine
• Ability to communicate pharmaceutical information effectively to members of the MDT
• Able to work independently, when required
• Able to effectively solve clinical and operational issues to best support patient care
• Able to manage their own workload effectively and escalate for support, when required
• Ability to prioritise workload and to work accurately; including under pressure and in busy & distracting environments
• Excellent attention to detail
• Able to work in, sometimes, emotionally challenging and evocative situations
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience of working with Electronic Patient Records and digital prescribing systems

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic
• Self-motivated
• Appreciate the importance of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Flexibility
• Able to inspire and motivate others
• Able to support the department's out of hours services
• Recognises limitations
• Committed to continuous professional development
• Take responsibility for own action

Person Specification Qualification and Education Essential MPharm degree (or equivalent to allow GPhC registration) Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) by March 2027 Willingness to be or already enrolled on the UCL Postgraduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent) Desirable Successful completion of a Postgraduate Certificate in General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent and comparable experience) Knowledge and Experience Essential Experience of working in a dispensary / patient services environment Experience in providing clinical pharmacy services Experience of mentoring and supervising students, Trainee Pharmacists and / or Pharmacy Technicians Involvement with clinical audit, quality improvement, research and / or service development projects Desirable Experience in hospital pharmacy practice Experience of working in a ward-based clinical environment Experience working within Medicines Information or Technical Services Contributes to the development of pharmacy services Skills and Abilities Essential Demonstrable skills and ability to safely clinically screen a prescription request for the supply of a medicine Ability to communicate pharmaceutical information effectively to members of the MDT Able to work independently, when required Able to effectively solve clinical and operational issues to best support patient care Able to manage their own workload effectively and escalate for support, when required Ability to prioritise workload and to work accurately; including under pressure and in busy & distracting environments Excellent attention to detail Able to work in, sometimes, emotionally challenging and evocative situations Able to work under pressure Able to work as part of a team Desirable Experience of working with Electronic Patient Records and digital prescribing systems Personal Qualities Essential Enthusiastic Self-motivated Appreciate the importance of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Flexibility Able to inspire and motivate others Able to support the department's out of hours services Recognises limitations Committed to continuous professional development Take responsibility for own action

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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. 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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Would you like to be part of a friendly hospital based paediatric allergy team? We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, and confident individual to join us as a Dietetic Assistant Practitioner.

As a result of new funding in 2024, we have created a new hybrid role. Your time will be split between supporting the paediatric allergy specialist nurses and the paediatric allergy dietitians.

The role will include direct contact with families arranging day case admissions for hospital food challenges and supervised feeds and practical support where needed on the daycare unit during the admission. You will support the dietetic team in arranging appointments and carrying out nutritional analysis. You will be trained up in skin prick testing to support multidisciplinary paediatric allergy clinics. You will also be involved in annual allergy audits.

You should have the ability to work well within teams, be able to manage your time effectively, and have excellent communication and prioritisation skills. The successful applicant will be confident in Excel, Word and general computer skills and enjoy working with patients and families. All other training will be provided.

Main duties of the job

About the Role: Are you keen to be part of a friendly, hospital-based paediatric allergy team? We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic, and confident individual to join us as a Dietetic Assistant Practitioner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Arrange day case admissions for hospital food challenges and supervised feeds.

• Provide practical support on the daycare unit during admissions.

• Assist the dietetic team in scheduling appointments and conducting nutritional analysis.

• Participate in annual allergy audits.

• Receive training in skin prick testing to support multidisciplinary allergy clinics.

Requirements:

• Strong team collaboration skills.

• Effective time management abilities.

• Excellent communication and prioritisation skills.

• Confidence in using Excel, Word, and general computer skills.

• All other training will be provided.

If you're enthusiastic about joining a supportive and dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you!

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and patient-focused Band 5 Radiographers to join our friendly Imaging team at Elizabeth Hospital, part of Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.

Applicants must hold a DCR or BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography and be HCPC registered. Applications are also welcomed from final-year students awaiting HCPC registration.

The successful candidate will join a busy, supportive department providing high-quality imaging services to a diverse patient population. The role includes participation in a 24/7 rota covering evenings, weekends, on-call duties and night shifts. In line with Agenda for Change terms and conditions, enhancements are paid for unsocial hours, including nights, weekends and on-call commitments. Flexibility in working patterns is therefore essential.

You may be required to work across Trust sites, gaining experience with a wide range of imaging equipment, examinations and clinical environments while developing your professional skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified and early-career radiographers to build their expertise within a well-established department committed to professional development and excellent patient care. We offer a supportive learning environment, access to a broad range of imaging specialties and opportunities for career progression.

Main duties of the job

We offer experience in frontline radiography across a range of specialties and case mix, making this an ideal opportunity to develop your radiographic skills in a friendly modern department. The department is committed to training and developing staff and offering opportunities for CPD.

For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Aminah Usman Cross Site General Radiography Modality Lead via email [email protected] or Sarah Godwin General Radiography Lead (QEH) Queen Elizabeth Hospital on 0208 836 4379 or via e-mail [email protected]

E mail contact preferred due to clinical responsibilities.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

Every day our Health Visitors provide high quality healthcare in people's homes or at convenient local clinics and children centres, helping children and families to stay well, manage their own health with the right support and avoid unnecessary visits or long stays in hospital.

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (LGT) have exciting opportunities available for passionate and committed Health Visitors across the borough of Lewisham. We are looking for candidates with excellent clinical and communication skills to join our 0-5 yrs skill mix teams contributing to delivery of 'The Healthy Child Programme'. You will help make a tangible difference to peoples' lives and enjoy the very best of London life on your doorstep.

In our latest CQC inspection LGT Children's Community Directorate were awarded an "outstanding" rating.

We have specialist health visitors working in domestic abuse, parental mental health, infant feeding and clinical informatics/ digitalisation and a strong preceptor programme for newly qualified students.

Main duties of the job

LGT welcome applications from newly qualified and experienced Health Visitors. Some of the benefits of working with LGT include: a robust preceptorship programme for NQHV's the first 12 months, outstanding safeguarding support from our safeguarding team, corporate membership with the iHV and a comprehensive suite of training opportunities for health visiting staff to support revalidation and professional development.

We also offer additional benefits through our employee assistance scheme, as well as the inner high cost area supplement for working in London. Our staff's work life balance is very important to us and we therefore offer flexible working and condensed hours. All clinical staff are provided with mobile devices which also supports flexible working opportunities.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

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

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

197-RF8909

Job locations

Community

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for a skill mixed health visiting team of all grades. To provide high quality health visiting services to a defined population employing the principles of health visiting (CETHV 1977). To maintain and improve health and life chances for children and families through health needs assessment, health promotion and the initiation and participation in public health strategies. The health visitor is in a unique position to provide services, planned and opportunistic, with the well population in primary prevention, at home, in the child health clinic and other settings. Whilst managing an individual caseload he/she works as part of the primary health care team and collaboratively with statutory and voluntary agencies to promote the health and wellbeing of the local population.

Key Result Areas & Performance:

To adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct and be conversant with the Scope of Professional practice and other NMC advisory papers.

To maintain own level of clinical competence exercising awareness of professional responsibilities by reading relevant literature and taking opportunities for continuing professional development.

To use evidence based practice within a clinical governance framework to develop and maintain best practice in health visiting.

To generate, facilitate and participate in audit/research and to benchmark all clinical practices to improve quality.

To develop and monitor the quality of health visiting to support the provision of best practice.

To be aware of Trust policies and procedures and participate in the development of new policies.

To be aware of and follow the Trusts policy and procedure regarding complaints.

To keep accurate comprehensive updated records. To write factual reports for both child protection case conferences and child care legal proceedings.

To provide and maintain statistical/audit data as required by the Trust.Health Visitor Band 6 JD Updated March 2017 BL.

To participate in clinical supervision as per Trusts guidelines. To facilitate professional meetings for the skill mixed health visiting team.

To provide peer support within a primary care setting for vulnerable families and child protection cases and to attend conferences.

To manage the delivery of health visiting services to a defined population in accordance with the local delivery plan and government targets.

To manage and deliver a planned programme of health promotion for children under five in line with relevant research and national guidelines in partnership with GP practices and children Centres .

To work collaboratively with primary care and develop and maintain close communication with GPs, members of the primary health care team, social care and health and other service providers.

To identify local health needs and develop strategies to meet them.

Provide a core health visiting service to all families in a defined population.

Assess, develop and implement individualised care plans for each child based on a needs assessment, in consultation with parents/carers.

To provide a health visiting service in the home, in child health clinics and other settings.

To be a nurse prescriber and attend regular updates.

Promote and support breastfeeding, identify and support those at risk of postnatal depression, encourage smoking cessation and support families in their parenting, implementing parenting programmes using advanced communication and counselling skills.

Support clients with mental health issues and take part in psychological assessment reviews, using counselling skills, parent advisor and assessment tools including the PSQ and GAD

To work within the Trusts Child Protection Policies and Procedures as related to the 1989 Childrens Act, the current Pan London agreement, the Laming Report and recommendations from part 8 reviews.

To assess, identify and refer children at risk to social care and health. To attend in care reviews, strategy meetings and child protection case conferences, where highly emotive, contentious and complex situations may arise.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for a skill mixed health visiting team of all grades. To provide high quality health visiting services to a defined population employing the principles of health visiting (CETHV 1977). To maintain and improve health and life chances for children and families through health needs assessment, health promotion and the initiation and participation in public health strategies. The health visitor is in a unique position to provide services, planned and opportunistic, with the well population in primary prevention, at home, in the child health clinic and other settings. Whilst managing an individual caseload he/she works as part of the primary health care team and collaboratively with statutory and voluntary agencies to promote the health and wellbeing of the local population. Key Result Areas & Performance: To adhere to the NMC code of Professional Conduct and be conversant with the Scope of Professional practice and other NMC advisory papers. To maintain own level of clinical competence exercising awareness of professional responsibilities by reading relevant literature and taking opportunities for continuing professional development. To use evidence based practice within a clinical governance framework to develop and maintain best practice in health visiting. To generate, facilitate and participate in audit/research and to benchmark all clinical practices to improve quality. To develop and monitor the quality of health visiting to support the provision of best practice. To be aware of Trust policies and procedures and participate in the development of new policies. To be aware of and follow the Trusts policy and procedure regarding complaints. To keep accurate comprehensive updated records. To write factual reports for both child protection case conferences and child care legal proceedings. To provide and maintain statistical/audit data as required by the Trust.Health Visitor Band 6 JD Updated March 2017 BL. To participate in clinical supervision as per Trusts guidelines. To facilitate professional meetings for the skill mixed health visiting team. To provide peer support within a primary care setting for vulnerable families and child protection cases and to attend conferences. To manage the delivery of health visiting services to a defined population in accordance with the local delivery plan and government targets. To manage and deliver a planned programme of health promotion for children under five in line with relevant research and national guidelines in partnership with GP practices and children Centres . To work collaboratively with primary care and develop and maintain close communication with GPs, members of the primary health care team, social care and health and other service providers. To identify local health needs and develop strategies to meet them. Provide a core health visiting service to all families in a defined population. Assess, develop and implement individualised care plans for each child based on a needs assessment, in consultation with parents/carers. To provide a health visiting service in the home, in child health clinics and other settings. To be a nurse prescriber and attend regular updates. Promote and support breastfeeding, identify and support those at risk of postnatal depression, encourage smoking cessation and support families in their parenting, implementing parenting programmes using advanced communication and counselling skills. Support clients with mental health issues and take part in psychological assessment reviews, using counselling skills, parent advisor and assessment tools including the PSQ and GAD To work within the Trusts Child Protection Policies and Procedures as related to the 1989 Childrens Act, the current Pan London agreement, the Laming Report and recommendations from part 8 reviews. To assess, identify and refer children at risk to social care and health. To attend in care reviews, strategy meetings and child protection case conferences, where highly emotive, contentious and complex situations may arise.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• RGN Part 1 or 12 NMC
• RHV/Specialist Practitioner Qualification in Health Visiting
• Education to first degree level or equivalent.
• Evidence of Continuing Personal and Professional Developments.
• Registered Nurse Prescriber

Desirable

• Additional / ENB qualifications (i.e. ENB 997/998 or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Ability to prioritise workload, working to deadline.
• Experience of leading and managing team.
• Good working knowledge of child protection
• Experience of working with professional from local statutory and voluntary agencies.
• Understanding of Clinical Audits and Benchmarking
• Knowledge and ability to apply local and national policies and frameworks in the delivery of primary care services
• Knowledge of recent NHS development/reform keen to learn new areas of work
• Experience of using Screening tools to assess maternal mental health
• Vaccination/Immunisations skills/knowledge
• Relevant Clinical Skills - Child Development skills
• Experience of teaching and assessing students.
• Recent experience of work in the community

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential RGN Part 1 or 12 NMC RHV/Specialist Practitioner Qualification in Health Visiting Education to first degree level or equivalent. Evidence of Continuing Personal and Professional Developments. Registered Nurse Prescriber Desirable Additional / ENB qualifications (i.e. ENB 997/998 or equivalent) Experience Essential Ability to prioritise workload, working to deadline. Experience of leading and managing team. Good working knowledge of child protection Experience of working with professional from local statutory and voluntary agencies. Understanding of Clinical Audits and Benchmarking Knowledge and ability to apply local and national policies and frameworks in the delivery of primary care services Knowledge of recent NHS development/reform keen to learn new areas of work Experience of using Screening tools to assess maternal mental health Vaccination/Immunisations skills/knowledge Relevant Clinical Skills - Child Development skills Experience of teaching and assessing students. Recent experience of work in the community

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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. 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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Community

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Community

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESEL) Haematology and Blood Transfusion Departments.

We are seeking for a strong and proactive team player with a positive attitude to working in a flexible manner, committed to supporting the clinical services of the Trust and meeting the needs of our patients by participating in an Agenda for Change shift system.

The successful candidate will be primarily based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital site but may be expected to cover and support other ESEL sites depending on service demand. The ESEL partnership consists of the following hub and spoke sites:

o Royal London Hospital (hub site)o St Bartholomew's Hospitalo Whipps Cross University Hospitalo Newham University Hospitalo Homerton Hospitalo Queen Elizabeth Hospital (Woolwich)o University Hospital Lewisham.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a team of medical laboratory assistants to support the provision of our 24/7 service 7 days a week. The role will deliver a hybrid function of specimen reception and laboratory duties for Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Infection divisions (point of care testing).

Working closely with Biomedical Scientists and the wider technical and scientific team, the post holder will support Operational Leads across ESEL sites and contribute to the efficient running of laboratory services.

Key responsibilities include:

Receiving, registering, and processing diagnostic specimens.

Using laboratory information management systems (LIMS) to enter, retrieve, and manage patient and specimen data.

Undertaking routine laboratory procedures and pre-analytical specimen processing.

Operating laboratory analysers and assisting with basic troubleshooting activities.

Performing clerical and administrative duties, including stock monitoring and replenishment.

Adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and maintaining good laboratory practice at all times.

Providing a professional, courteous, and helpful service to visitors, healthcare professionals, and telephone enquiries.

Supporting the department in delivering a high-quality, efficient, and patient-focused service.

About us

The NHS East andSouth EastLondon Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.

The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021.Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme toestablisha single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS).

The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership.

The Partnership has three operational divisions:

• Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistry

• Microbiology and Virology

• Cellular Pathology and Cancer Diagnostics

The 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE.

We strive to live by ourWeCarevalues and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate,cultivateand support an inclusive working environment.

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£30,630 to £32,346 a year per annum inc.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

259-8393166ESEL

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.If you require further information please contact:

Tosin Kelani, ESL Blood Sciences Operational Lead QEH via telephone on 02088366046 or email at [email protected] note: -

All staff identified as AT-RISK who meet the requirements of the post will be prioritised accordingly. Priority will initially be given to Barts Health employees. This does not apply to Comprehensive Local Research Network (CLRN) roles.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate. To demonstrate our commitment we use the disability symbols on NHS Jobs.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment(s).

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.If you require further information please contact: Tosin Kelani, ESL Blood Sciences Operational Lead QEH via telephone on 02088366046 or email at [email protected] note: - All staff identified as AT-RISK who meet the requirements of the post will be prioritised accordingly. Priority will initially be given to Barts Health employees. This does not apply to Comprehensive Local Research Network (CLRN) roles. As an Equal Opportunities Employer we actively support applications from individuals who apply under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme and will process your application as appropriate. To demonstrate our commitment we use the disability symbols on NHS Jobs. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment(s).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE passes in English and Maths or equivalent.
• GCSE standard attained in other science subjects or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Ability to work with pathological specimens

Desirable

• One year's experience working in a laboratory /hospital environment

Knowledge

Essential

• Confidentiality and data protection.
• Logical with a common sense approach.

Skills

Essential

• Literate and numerate.
• Good communications skills and ability to comprehend and give clear statements that are understood by patients/staff.
• Able to follow instructions and learn standard procedures.
• Methodical and organised.
• Manual dexterity
• Accurate and careful.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Good keyboard/VDU skills.
• Fully aware of the shifts required for the post to include night shifts and weekend working
• Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations
• Hold no reservations in handling human tissue, organs or infected material in accordance with health and safety policies.
• Willingness to undertake 'house-keeping', laboratory cleaning duties
• Able to lift up to 20kg with help of lifting equipment.
• The post holder must be willing to have relevant vaccinations.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GCSE passes in English and Maths or equivalent. GCSE standard attained in other science subjects or equivalent Experience Essential Ability to work with pathological specimens Desirable One year's experience working in a laboratory /hospital environment Knowledge Essential Confidentiality and data protection. Logical with a common sense approach. Skills Essential Literate and numerate. Good communications skills and ability to comprehend and give clear statements that are understood by patients/staff. Able to follow instructions and learn standard procedures. Methodical and organised. Manual dexterity Accurate and careful. Ability to work under pressure. Good keyboard/VDU skills. Fully aware of the shifts required for the post to include night shifts and weekend working Sufficient to perform the duties of the post with any aids and adaptations Hold no reservations in handling human tissue, organs or infected material in accordance with health and safety policies. Willingness to undertake 'house-keeping', laboratory cleaning duties Able to lift up to 20kg with help of lifting equipment. The post holder must be willing to have relevant vaccinations.

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Trust is looking to recruit a Consultant in Geriatric Medicine, based at both the Queen Elizabeth Hospital (QEH) in Woolwich and in the Greenwich Community Frailty team based at Memorial Hospital, Shooters Hill, Woolwich. The postholder will join a team of 10 consultants in QEH and be part of the community frailty team delivered by Oxleas Foundation Trust.

The post has been created to develop and consolidate new ways of working, enabling flow from acute settings to community teams. This is an opportunity for a Consultant Geriatrician to develop a broad range of experience, working across both the acute Frailty service delivered by Lewisham and Greenwich Trust and the community frailty service which is currently expanding to form part of the four integrated neighbourhood teams in Greenwich.

The post is full time (10 PAs) and based at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich and Memorial Hospital, Shooters Hill.

A formal job plan will be agreed between the post holder and their Clinical or Divisional Director for Lewisham and Greenwich Trust and the Clinical Director or Service Director of Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust within three months of their commencement date. The role is equally split between the two Trusts.

Main duties of the job

To support the development on-going development of a comprehensive geriatric medicine service and development of Frailty within the Greenwich integrated neighbourhood teams

Support and develop the interface frailty services for ED and relevant clinical areas

Develop the Geriatrician role within the four integrated neighbourhood teams in Greenwich, specifically supporting the MDT needs of the moderately and severely frail population.

Support, lead and develop integrated care working with ICB's and community partners

Be an advocate for the care of older people within the organization.

Lead, support and mentor junior medical staff within the department and ensure training requirements are met.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

Therapy Assistant Practitioner - Psychology, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy

An exciting opportunity has arisenfora Therapy Assistant Practitioner for Psychology, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy within our Community Stroke Team.

New funding provided for this 2-year post will support the team to enable them to continue to provide an excellent stroke specialist service and design and launch our new Life After Stroke group.

Main duties of the job

1. Provide psychology, occupational therapy and speech and language therapy interventions with patients following a stroke. These sessions will take part within patients homes and other community locations

2. Support with admin tasks to support designing, implementationand data collectionfor our new Life After Stroke group.

3. Participate it the weekly multidisciplinary team meeting, feeding back on patient's process throughout the week and support in the clinical decision making around the patient.

4. Manage stroke clinical caseload

Please note: Post is based at Honor Oak Health Centre, 20 Turnham Road, SE4 2LA

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

This advert is for a 12 month fixed term post on Alder ward, which primarily provides care for patients with diabetes, alongside a cohort of general medicine patients.

The post holder will work 09:00 - 17:00 each day Monday to Friday.

The Physician Assistant (PA) plays a vital role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across acute and frailty pathways. Working under the supervision of consultants, the PA supports the multidisciplinary team by assessing, diagnosing, and managing a range of medical conditions, with a particular focus on older adults and patients with complex co-morbidities.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work 09:00 - 17:00 Monday - Friday.

The key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Assess and examine medical patients, order appropriate investigations, interpret investigation findings, form a list of differential diagnoses and recommend management/treatment accordingly
• Attend consultant and/or StR ward rounds and provide continuing care for patients on their ward(s)
• Coordinate patients on ambulatory pathways related to their specialty
• Maintain timely and appropriate documentation
• Perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures, subject to appropriate training and These include, but not exclusively: Venepuncture Cannulation Arterial blood gases Injections ECG Urethral catheterisation Nasogastric tube insertion Abdominal paracentesis

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum plus HCA

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-AJ-R-8901

Job locations

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Assess and examine medical patients, order appropriate investigations, interpret investigation findings, form a list of differential diagnoses and recommend management/treatment accordingly
• Attend consultant and/or StR ward rounds and provide continuing care for patients on their ward(s)
• Coordinate patients on ambulatory pathways related to their specialty
• Maintain timely and appropriate documentation
• Perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures, subject to appropriate training and These include, but not exclusively: Venepuncture Cannulation Arterial blood gases Injections ECG Urethral catheterisation Nasogastric tube insertion Abdominal paracentesis
• Instruct and counsel patients and their relatives with regard to mental and physical health issues
• Have, develop and maintain specialist medical knowledge related to medicine. Keep up to date with current guidelines and maintain best practice
• Contribute to achieving and maintaining performance within the hospital and department
• To contribute to the development of efficient pathways of care in accordance with current best practice and national guidelines
• Develop clinical guidelines within their specialist area for use with the Trust by other staff
• To be accountable for the care given and to comply with the Fitness to Practice and Code of Conduct standard as established by the Faculty of Physician Assistants for the PA MVR (and subsequently the appropriate statutory regulating body, when this is in place).
• To work within the framework of the scope of professional practice
• Work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure effective team working in the provision of acute medical care to patients on a day-to-day basis
• Support and contribute to timely discharge planning including completing discharge summaries and support optimising bed capacity
• Abide by the Clinical and Corporate Governance policies of the Trust
• Take part in the administration of the department and the involvement in the management of resources
• Fully document all aspects of patient care, and complete all required paperwork

The job plan will be subject to review in line with service developments.

Job description Job responsibilities The key duties and responsibilities will include: Assess and examine medical patients, order appropriate investigations, interpret investigation findings, form a list of differential diagnoses and recommend management/treatment accordingly Attend consultant and/or StR ward rounds and provide continuing care for patients on their ward(s) Coordinate patients on ambulatory pathways related to their specialty Maintain timely and appropriate documentation Perform diagnostic/therapeutic procedures, subject to appropriate training and These include, but not exclusively: Venepuncture Cannulation Arterial blood gases Injections ECG Urethral catheterisation Nasogastric tube insertion Abdominal paracentesis Instruct and counsel patients and their relatives with regard to mental and physical health issues Have, develop and maintain specialist medical knowledge related to medicine. Keep up to date with current guidelines and maintain best practice Contribute to achieving and maintaining performance within the hospital and department To contribute to the development of efficient pathways of care in accordance with current best practice and national guidelines Develop clinical guidelines within their specialist area for use with the Trust by other staff To be accountable for the care given and to comply with the Fitness to Practice and Code of Conduct standard as established by the Faculty of Physician Assistants for the PA MVR (and subsequently the appropriate statutory regulating body, when this is in place). To work within the framework of the scope of professional practice Work within the multidisciplinary team to ensure effective team working in the provision of acute medical care to patients on a day-to-day basis Support and contribute to timely discharge planning including completing discharge summaries and support optimising bed capacity Abide by the Clinical and Corporate Governance policies of the Trust Take part in the administration of the department and the involvement in the management of resources Fully document all aspects of patient care, and complete all required paperwork The job plan will be subject to review in line with service developments.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• PG Dip in Physician Assistant Studies from a UK PA programme

Experience

Essential

• Clinical experience in general medicine of at least 1 year outside of training

Qualifications

Essential

• Member of the Faculty of Physician Assistants at the RCP, which includes registration on the UK Physician Assistant Register (the PA Managed Voluntary Register)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential PG Dip in Physician Assistant Studies from a UK PA programme Experience Essential Clinical experience in general medicine of at least 1 year outside of training Qualifications Essential Member of the Faculty of Physician Assistants at the RCP, which includes registration on the UK Physician Assistant Register (the PA Managed Voluntary Register)

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS trust has an exciting opportunity for Healthcare Support Workers to join the Adult Community Nursing Service delivering services to patients in their own homes in one of our 4 local neighbourhoods.

As no two days are the same in the community, you will be able to work with a high degree of autonomy and professional accountability where the work you do makes a real difference to your patients and those important to them, in line with our trust values.

A full UK driving licence and use of car is essential for this role.

Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this post.

Please note that the following are essential requirements for this post:

• A valid Care Certificate issued by an NHS provider organisation (Care Certificates issued by private organisations are not accepted).
• An NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care qualification obtained from a UK college.

Applicants should ensure that they clearly demonstrate how they meet these requirements within their application.

Please note that we are unable to offer sponsorship or a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for this post.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for staff who are compassionate, highly motivated, enthusiastic, excellent communication and team working abilities within our diverse multicultural community.

With the renewed emphasis of community-based care, this is a great time to join our team and continue your journey. In return, we offer a comprehensive induction programme, access to further training and education and actively encourage and enhance career progression.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum plus HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-AJ-R-8643b

Job locations

London Borough of Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job role includes monitoring patients conditions by taking vital signs and escalates changes in patients conditions to the district nurse or senior nurse on duty

Taking blood for testing (Phlebotomy) and administration of insulin following appropriate training and consolidation

Carrying out simple wound dressings and other relevant nursing tasks as assigned by the senior nurse.

Promotes patient independence through implementing rehabilitation programmes as directed by the multi-professional team

Undertakes health promotion activities with patients and their families as directed by the District Nurse or members of the multi-disciplinary team

Responsible for ensuring up to date stock levels of materials and equipment used by the team

Maintains accurate documentation immediately after nursing intervention in line with Trust policies, guidelines and procedural documents

To use mobile working devices to record and document relevant information

Undertake routine audits as required

The two shift patterns for the role: 08.00 16.00 and 12.00 20.00 including weekends and bank holidays.

The post holder must have a full current UK driving licence and daily access to a car, as this is essential for the role

Job description Job responsibilities The job role includes monitoring patients conditions by taking vital signs and escalates changes in patients conditions to the district nurse or senior nurse on duty Taking blood for testing (Phlebotomy) and administration of insulin following appropriate training and consolidation Carrying out simple wound dressings and other relevant nursing tasks as assigned by the senior nurse. Promotes patient independence through implementing rehabilitation programmes as directed by the multi-professional team Undertakes health promotion activities with patients and their families as directed by the District Nurse or members of the multi-disciplinary team Responsible for ensuring up to date stock levels of materials and equipment used by the team Maintains accurate documentation immediately after nursing intervention in line with Trust policies, guidelines and procedural documents To use mobile working devices to record and document relevant information Undertake routine audits as required The two shift patterns for the role: 08.00 16.00 and 12.00 20.00 including weekends and bank holidays. The post holder must have a full current UK driving licence and daily access to a car, as this is essential for the role

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated up to GCSE with English language

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to undertake training.
• Evidence of continuous learning in any area and willingness to learn practical nursing skills on the job

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in formal or informal environments such as peoples' homes, community, statutory, voluntary or paid employment
• Customer service experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oknowledge of Infection control, skin integrity, the value of nutrition etc.
• oknowledgeable about activities of daily living and the effect illness has on people who are debilitated and dependant on others for their care
• oknowledge of Trust policies, procedures and guidelines and relevant legislation; confidentiality, information governance etc

Desirable

• Basic knowledge of issues relating to health and wellbeing and patient care.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• oAbility to work under pressure, responding with flexibility to the changing demands of the workload
• oAbility to follow a clear instruction and feed back to senior staff.
• oAbility to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative.

Desirable

• Ability to undertake: Blood glucose monitoring; taking vital signs; do basic wound care; pressure area care etc

Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential Educated up to GCSE with English language Desirable NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care, or willingness to undertake training. Evidence of continuous learning in any area and willingness to learn practical nursing skills on the job Experience Essential Experience of working in formal or informal environments such as peoples' homes, community, statutory, voluntary or paid employment Customer service experience Knowledge Essential oknowledge of Infection control, skin integrity, the value of nutrition etc. oknowledgeable about activities of daily living and the effect illness has on people who are debilitated and dependant on others for their care oknowledge of Trust policies, procedures and guidelines and relevant legislation; confidentiality, information governance etc Desirable Basic knowledge of issues relating to health and wellbeing and patient care. Skills and Attributes Essential oAbility to work under pressure, responding with flexibility to the changing demands of the workload oAbility to follow a clear instruction and feed back to senior staff. oAbility to work as part of a team, as well as on own initiative. Desirable Ability to undertake: Blood glucose monitoring; taking vital signs; do basic wound care; pressure area care etc

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

London Borough of Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

London Borough of Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated and ambitious midwife to join the team as Specialist Midwife for Safeguarding children at University Hospital Lewisham on a 15 month secondment on a part time basis.

You will need to possess a broad range of midwifery experience, leadership skills and excellent communication and networking skills as well as a keen interest in working with vulnerable women and their families.

You will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and have a passion for continuous development and improvement of maternity services, collaborative working, and maternity staff development.

You will be supported within your role by the Named Midwife for Safeguarding and the senior management team. Personal and professional growth is encouraged.

Main duties of the job

To advise and support staff in complex cases and to work closely with the Trust Named Midwife and Safeguarding Children/Adult Professionals to ensure that appropriate assessment of risks are undertaken to improve outcomes for vulnerable women/birthing people and their babies/families.

A Key function of the post will be to work as part of a dynamic multi-agency team assessing notifications and referrals regarding vulnerable women/birthing people and babies that are received by Multi- Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). The MASH process includes searching for and collating health information from a range of NHS providers.

You will be required work wherever maternity care is provided; across both acute and community sites as well as within the Local Authority as part of the MASH.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Please read the Personal and Job specifications carefully. You should provide evidence in your application of the essential qualities required and why you would be an asset to our Midwifery Team. Invites for testing and to interview will be sent to Personal e-mail addresses, please ensure one is provided on your application.

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced Medical Secretary to join this busy, friendly department of ENT at Lewisham and Greenwich Trust. This post is to support the Lewisham ENT Team at Queen Mary Hospital at Sidcup and Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich , therefore will cross site working .

We are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic person with a mature, responsible and flexible outlook. Previous experience as a medical secretary with audio-typing skills is essential. You will have a caring and courteous manner and enjoy working with and meeting people. You will also be able to work unsupervised and display initiative, whilst being aware of team membership.You will be responsible for typing clinical and administrative letters and other correspondence within the strict turnaround timescales. Answering and dealing with telephone enquiries and general admin duties.

Main duties of the job

To provide a full secretarial and clerical service to the Consultant and the Consultant's team.

The post is a vital link between the patient, the Consultant, the wider Trust and other peopleinvolved in the provision of health care. The post holder may on occasion supervise othersecretarial and clerical staff.

To act as a central point of information and communication for the clinical team.

To provide a full secretarial support service to consultants and members of their teams in respect to their general medical duties and specialist work.

To act independently ensuring that daily tasks and ongoing workloads are prioritised and completed in agreed timeframes.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

• Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
• Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
• Improving the experience of staff with disability
• Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
• Making equalities mainstream

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year Plus HCA per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-R-LC8864

Job locations

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To act as first point of contact on behalf of the consultant and the Trust and deal effectively and courteously with all enquiries from GPs, patients, other departments within the Trust and all other departments.

To type all clinical letters, including those of a sometimes distressing or emotional nature, from audiotape or direct dictation as agreed.

To deal with all telephone calls relating to the service, ensuring patient focus is maintained and enquiries are handled in a courteous, tactful and prompt manner, and respecting patient confidentiality at all times.

Respond to PAL's enquiries in appropriate time frame.

To prioritise and process incoming correspondence and ensure that it is dealt withpromptly by the appropriate member of staff.

To ensure that investigation reports are brought to the attention of the appropriate medical team and signed off by the appropriate member of staff. Arrange for the request and/or safe onward transmissions of patient investigation reports and film to other sites where necessary.

To maintain filing systems that facilitates the effective running of the department.

To use the appropriate IT system for checking patient information and appointments.

To manage patient records appropriately, ensuring an up-to-date record is maintained ofall case notes returned from the wards and clinics, that patient case notes are available for clinics and appointments and are dispatched to other departments or hospitals as necessary.

Job description Job responsibilities To act as first point of contact on behalf of the consultant and the Trust and deal effectively and courteously with all enquiries from GPs, patients, other departments within the Trust and all other departments. To type all clinical letters, including those of a sometimes distressing or emotional nature, from audiotape or direct dictation as agreed. To deal with all telephone calls relating to the service, ensuring patient focus is maintained and enquiries are handled in a courteous, tactful and prompt manner, and respecting patient confidentiality at all times. Respond to PAL's enquiries in appropriate time frame. To prioritise and process incoming correspondence and ensure that it is dealt withpromptly by the appropriate member of staff. To ensure that investigation reports are brought to the attention of the appropriate medical team and signed off by the appropriate member of staff. Arrange for the request and/or safe onward transmissions of patient investigation reports and film to other sites where necessary. To maintain filing systems that facilitates the effective running of the department. To use the appropriate IT system for checking patient information and appointments. To manage patient records appropriately, ensuring an up-to-date record is maintained ofall case notes returned from the wards and clinics, that patient case notes are available for clinics and appointments and are dispatched to other departments or hospitals as necessary.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• AMSPAR, or equivalent. RSA 3 typing or equivalent

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent audio and word processing skills.
• Excellent computer literacy [Word, Excel, PowerPoint]
• Excellent organisational and administration skills.
• Good customer care skills. Effective communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise a busy workload.
• Advanced keyboard skills.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a busy healthcare environment.
• Previous secretarial experience.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Medical Secretary.

Knowledge

Essential

• Sound understanding of practical Data Protection issues.
• Excellent knowledge of medical terminology.
• Basic knowledge of child and adult protection issues.

Others

Essential

• Able to work on own initiative and within a team.
• Able to work to tight deadlines and within available resources.
• Flexible approach to work.

Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential AMSPAR, or equivalent. RSA 3 typing or equivalent Skills and Abilities Essential Excellent audio and word processing skills. Excellent computer literacy [Word, Excel, PowerPoint] Excellent organisational and administration skills. Good customer care skills. Effective communication skills. Ability to prioritise a busy workload. Advanced keyboard skills. Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a busy healthcare environment. Previous secretarial experience. Desirable Previous experience as a Medical Secretary. Knowledge Essential Sound understanding of practical Data Protection issues. Excellent knowledge of medical terminology. Basic knowledge of child and adult protection issues. Others Essential Able to work on own initiative and within a team. Able to work to tight deadlines and within available resources. Flexible approach to work.

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, motivated and ambitious midwife to join the team as Specialist Midwife for Safeguarding children at University Hospital Lewisham on a 15 month secondment on a part time basis.

You will need to possess a broad range of midwifery experience, leadership skills and excellent communication and networking skills as well as a keen interest in working with vulnerable women and their families.

You will be self-motivated, enthusiastic and have a passion for continuous development and improvement of maternity services, collaborative working, and maternity staff development.

You will be supported within your role by the Named Midwife for Safeguarding and the senior management team. Personal and professional growth is encouraged.

Main duties of the job

To advise and support staff in complex cases and to work closely with the Trust Named Midwife and Safeguarding Children/Adult Professionals to ensure that appropriate assessment of risks are undertaken to improve outcomes for vulnerable women/birthing people and their babies/families.

A Key function of the post will be to work as part of a dynamic multi-agency team assessing notifications and referrals regarding vulnerable women/birthing people and babies that are received by Multi- Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH). The MASH process includes searching for and collating health information from a range of NHS providers.

You will be required work wherever maternity care is provided; across both acute and community sites as well as within the Local Authority as part of the MASH.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Please read the Personal and Job specifications carefully. You should provide evidence in your application of the essential qualities required and why you would be an asset to our Midwifery Team. Invites for testing and to interview will be sent to Personal e-mail addresses, please ensure one is provided on your application.

Job summary

We are seeking dedicated, motivated qualified professional to join us in Queen Elizabeth Hospital Woolwich - Theatres. As a key member of the team, you will deliver high standards of perioperative care, and have the ability to support multidisciplinary team to facilitate excellent patient care in the operating theatres.

You must be a Registered Nurse or have an ODP qualification with a proven record within the perioperative area. In return for your hard work, we offer well-established, structured mentoring and staff development packages to support you in your role.

The post holder will be accountable and responsible for providing a high standard of patient focused individualised care, with an evidenced based practice focus. They will be expected to carry out aspects of patient care without direct supervision. They will be able to communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team and contribute to the effective running of the theatre / department. Utilising the principles of the national framework and local strategy of Clinical Governance and other national initiatives, they will participate in action on improvements in patient care. The post holder will carry out all duties in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery (NMC) Codes of Conduct, HCPC and Relevant Trust policies.

Main duties of the job

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate care of patients in the perioperative theatre setting.

To assist anaesthetist / surgeon / with emergency / elective procedures in all hospital departments as required.

To ensure stock levels are adequate for safe surgery and effective perioperative care.

To maintain effective channels of communication with patients, relatives and the multidisciplinary team involved in providing care.

To understand the principles of clinical governance and the impact on patient care, i.e. audit and evidenced based practice.

Ensure that written documentation are maintained in line with the NMC standards for Records and Record Keeping and Trust policy.

To ensure that medication is given to patients in line with the NMC and Trust policy and guidelines.

To act safely and develop skills to be effective in emergency situations, e.g. cardiac arrest.

To practice within the framework of corporate and local policies.

To be professionally sensitive to the needs of patients and colleagues.

To participate in the development of your Personal Development Plan and identify your own professional, educational and training needs and goals.

To ensure your own continual professional development in line with NMC requirements.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

Interested in working in developing your clinical skills and working in the community setting?

An exciting vacancy has arisen for a motivated, patient centred pharmacist with strong clinical skills to work across both the interface and community setting as part of the domiciliary care arm of the Lewisham Integrated Medicines Optimisation Service.

This is a unique opportunity to work in an award winning service and gain experience in working with older people across care systems to improve independent and safe use of medicines whilst addressing challenges around overprescribing.

Responsibilities includes providing direct patient care and holistic patient centred structured medication reviews to proactively manage people with complex polypharmacy and adherence concerns, in older people and those with multiple long term conditions. The role involves visiting patients both in the hospital and home setting as an integrated approach as part of existing pathways of medicines support in Lewisham and further evolving models of Neighbourhood Care.

This post requires close partnership and team working with members of the MDT to co-ordinate medicines related aspects of care across both health and social care interfaces.

Whilst experience in primary care is not essential, an interest in older people, strong communication skills and lots of enthusiasm to working as part of multidisciplinary approach care are essential.

Main duties of the job

The award winning LIMOS service provides a formal pathway for the referral of patients with medicine-related problems for assessment, support and follow-up by a specialist pharmacy team, working across primary and secondary, and health and social care interfaces. Joint polices around medicines support across health have enabled a collaborative approach to care across the pharmacy and wider workforce.

As a patient facing role, the role offers a great opportunity to utilise and further develop strong clinical skills as an independent prescriber as part of a Neighbourhood team approach to care.

Being supported by a network of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, this post is an exciting opportunity to work in the primary care and interface setting. but maintain strong links with pharmacy colleagues in both secondary and community settings. This close working also includes the ability to access continuing professional development via peer learning events with pharmacy professionals within both secondary care and community settings.

The postholder would work across the Borough, delivering care to an allocated neighbourhood and be based at either South Lewisham Health Centre or University hospital Lewisham.

As a patient facing role, regular home working is not included within this role. However some hybrid working may be required when working in the community setting.

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

Band 5 Physiotherapist

**PLEASE NOTE THIS MAY CLOSE EARLY ONCE SUFFICIENT APPLICATIONS RECEIVED**

A vacancy has arisen for an enthusiastic and flexible band 5 Physiotherapist to join an established, friendly and dynamic service, at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The rotations span the acute, out-patient and community setting.

Please not this may close early should a sufficient number of applications be submitted

The rotations available include:

• Acute Medicine
• A+E
• Respiratory Medicine (including ICU and Surgery)
• Trauma and Orthopaedics (including amputee rehabilitation)
• Medical Rehabilitation
• Elderly Care/Frailty
• Musculoskeletal Outpatients
• Neuro In-Patients and Neuro Out-Patients
• Paediatrics
• Community- Discharge to Assess Team and Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit
• Stroke

Main duties of the job

Therapies are considered an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team at Lewisham and Greenwich Trust and enjoy close MDT working. You will play a key role in the clinical provision of services to a varied patient caseload.

Continued professional development is encouraged and viewed as integral to providing a quality service for patients. We offer regular supervision, in-service training and actively promote the personal development of all our therapists.

If you are a motivated Physiotherapist do not miss this opportunity to work within a progressive, friendly department with all the benefits of being a large London Trust.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

We are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and patient-focused Band 5 Radiographers to join our friendly Imaging team at University Hospital Lewisham, part of Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust.

Applicants must hold a DCR or BSc (Hons) in Diagnostic Radiography and be HCPC registered. Applications are also welcomed from final-year students awaiting HCPC registration.

The successful candidate will join a busy, supportive department providing high-quality imaging services to a diverse patient population. The role includes participation in a 24/7 rota covering evenings, weekends, on-call duties and night shifts. In line with Agenda for Change terms and conditions, enhancements are paid for unsocial hours, including nights, weekends and on-call commitments. Flexibility in working patterns is therefore essential.

You may be required to work across Trust sites, gaining experience with a wide range of imaging equipment, examinations and clinical environments while developing your professional skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for newly qualified and early-career radiographers to build their expertise within a well-established department committed to professional development and excellent patient care. We offer a supportive learning environment, access to a broad range of imaging specialties and opportunities for career progression.

Main duties of the job

We offer experience in frontline radiography across a range of specialties and case mix, making this an ideal opportunity to develop your radiographic skills in a friendly modern department. The department is committed to training and developing staff and offering opportunities for CPD.

For informal enquiries, please contact Mrs Aminah Ayinde-Usman General Radiography Lead (Cross Site) University Hospital Lewisham on 07385221932 or via [email protected]

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events, which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream

Job summary

The pharmacy department at Lewisham & Greenwich NHS Trust is looking for a passionate and driven pharmacist to join our thriving Cancer & Technical Services team. As a senior member, you will gain valuable experience in the clinical management of Oncology and Haematology patients, as well as Technical Services. With diverse rotations covering palliative care, parenteral nutrition, and haematology & oncology, this role offers intellectually stimulating challenges which will enhance your clinical expertise in specialised services and contribute to your professional development. You will also have the chance to hone your managerial and leadership capabilities through various training and support programmes, all with the backing of our exceptional team.

Main duties of the job

This is a rotational post requiring you to work within Queen Elizabeth Hospital on a rotational basis, in which you will build on your existing experience in hospital pharmacy, gaining specialist knowledge and experience in the following areas:

SACT day units (oncology & haem-onc outpatients) liaising directly with the medical and nursing team to deliver a clinical service to patients attending the hospital as day case treatments

Haemato-oncology wards (inpatients) - We currently have inpatient beds at both sites where you will provide clinical ward duties as well as participating in the multi-disciplinary haematology ward rounds working with the medical and nursing teams

Adult parenteral nutrition - We participate in parenteral nutrition ward rounds liaising with both dieticians and the medical team to provide parenteral nutrition to our adult patients. You will gain experience in the provision of clinical parenteral nutrition

Community hospice and palliative care - We work in partnership with the Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice providing them with a clinical pharmacist service. The role provides an opportunity to gain experience in palliative care and management of patients liaising directly with our Consultant Palliative Care clinicians and specialist palliative care nurses

About us

At Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust (LGT), our success is rooted in the collective effort of every individual. Our team has actively contributed to shaping our values, fostering an environment that enhances the well-being of both patients and staff. Together, we continuously strive for excellence in healthcare.

Interested candidates will have a breadth of clinical experience at a Band 6 level and having provided clinical/technical services to a variety of wards and areas (including, but not essential, cancer services). You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, a post-graduate qualification (or working towards one), and be a registered Pharmacist with the UK General Pharmaceutical Council. There will be opportunities for further training and development in this post, including non-medical prescribing.

Details

Date posted

26 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

197-KH8842-A

Job locations

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

1. To provide a high quality, evidence-based clinical pharmacy service for cancer services, parenteral nutrition and palliative care.2. To work as part of the technical services team ensuring the provision of a responsive, high quality, safe and effective service to the customers of the unit.3. To be named on the Trust register of pharmacists accredited to clinically screen SACT prescriptions.4. To supervise and train pre-registration and junior pharmacists and other less experienced pharmacy staff.5. To assist in the training of nurses, doctors and other healthcare staff.6. To undertake audits and research as necessary.7. To promote the safe, rational and cost effective use of medicines across the care group.8. To plan own workload and project work in order to develop the service to the specialities.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Internal

Junior and senior medical staff; Pharmacists, technicians, pharmacy assistants, clerical officers and porters within the pharmacy department; Nursing staff; Dietitians; Other health care professionals as appropriate; Patients.

External

Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice; GPs; Community Pharmacists; Patients families and carers.

Key Result Areas & Performance:

Aseptics with Parenteral Nutrition Rotation

1. With the senior technician, to plan and organise the day to day running of the aseptic unit.2. To be an Authorised Pharmacist for the final check and release of products prepared in the aseptic unit, ensuring that all facilities, equipment, activities, procedures and documentation meet the requirements of current legislation and best practice.3. To contribute to the preparation of documentation in accordance with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice.4. Apply the principles of Good Clinical Practice in the professional supervision and release of IMPs for clinical trials.5. Work as part of the multidisciplinary nutrition team for prescribing, monitoring and the clinical management of adult patients on parenteral nutrition.6. Liaise with the chemotherapy day unit to ensure that the service meets the needs of the patients within the capacity of the unit.7. To clinically screen SACT prescriptions.8. To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services, in their absence.

Aseptics with Palliative Care Rotation

With the senior technician, to plan and organise the day to day running of the aseptic unit.To be an Authorised Pharmacist for the final check and release of products prepared in the aseptic unit, ensuring that all facilities, equipment, activities, procedures and documentation meet the requirements of current legislation and best practice.To contribute to the preparation of documentation in accordance with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice.Apply the principles of Good Clinical Practice in the professional supervision and release of IMPs and nIMPs for clinical trials.To clinically screen SACT prescriptions.To provide a clinical pharmacy service to Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice in accordance with the service level agreement.To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services, in their absence.

Chemotherapy Day Unit Rotation

To clinically screen SACT prescriptions.Contribute to the clinical care of oncology and haemato-oncology patients treated as outpatients, day cases or inpatients within the Trust.Liaise with the chemotherapy day unit to ensure that the service meets the needs of the patients within the capacity of the unit.To assist in the development of prescribing guidelines, chemotherapy proformas and new treatment evaluations.To monitor drug usage against the drug budgets set for directorates, providing financial reports and advice on cost saving measures.To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services and Palliative Care, in their absence.

Key Result Areas & Performance:

Leadership & Service Development

To support the development, implementation and adherence to local and national guidelines/policies to ensure cost-effective and safe prescribing within the division.To collaborate in the development on Integrated Care Pathways and Patient Group Directions within Cancer & Long Term Conditions as necessary.To liaise with senior pharmacy staff to ensure the effective provision of Pharmacy Services.

Division support

To actively contribute to the management of the drug budget for the division through effective drug use to ensure the most effective use of resources.To identify areas of potential cost-savings within Cancer and Technical Services.To educate healthcare professionals on the costs associated with drug therapy and promote the use of evidence based, cost effective prescribing within the division.To actively participate in departmental and divisional meetings where appropriate

Governance, Information & Data Management

To support the investigation of medication related safety incidents and formulation/delivery of action plans across the Trust to address problems identified where appropriate.To promote effective prescribing in the Trust following formulary and NICE guidance

Staff Management & Training

To support the education and training of other healthcare professionals.To participate and contribute to clinical training programmes at a local and national level e.g. summer students, pharmacy undergraduates.To evaluate and develop own management and professional knowledge competencies by attendance to in house/external training programmes self-education and practice researchTo undertake CPD to ensure that knowledge is continually updated.To be a postgraduate tutor (pre-registration) for Pharmacy staff as appropriate and required.

Research & Development

To participate in audit and practice research to investigate, and where appropriate improve the quality of service for patients in the trust.

Communications and Relationships

To communicate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team (doctors, nurses, dieticians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, ward managers, and site practitioners), to intermediate care, general practice support and community pharmacists in the provision of medicine related information and assessment of patients treatment.To work with appropriate staff to support development of services and facilitate the implementation of strategies for education and training of staff throughout the Trust.To demonstrate good communication skills as the role liaises with a wide variety of people within the Trust. This will include service and general managers across all directorates, trust risk managers, directorate governance leads, multidisciplinary team members and all Pharmacy staff.To liaise with external bodies including local CCGs, regional pharmacy services, and necessary pharmacy networks.The post-holder will be required to communicate clearly and sensitively about patient medication issue both internally and externallyTo provide training on medication related issues, policies, guidelines and service developments to pharmacy colleagues, nursing and medical staff, ranging from one on one communication to more formal presentations.To participate in any other duties as requested by the senior pharmacy managers in keeping within expectations of the grade.

PLEASE NOTE: We may not be able to offer sponsorship for this post

Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSE 1. To provide a high quality, evidence-based clinical pharmacy service for cancer services, parenteral nutrition and palliative care.2. To work as part of the technical services team ensuring the provision of a responsive, high quality, safe and effective service to the customers of the unit.3. To be named on the Trust register of pharmacists accredited to clinically screen SACT prescriptions.4. To supervise and train pre-registration and junior pharmacists and other less experienced pharmacy staff.5. To assist in the training of nurses, doctors and other healthcare staff.6. To undertake audits and research as necessary.7. To promote the safe, rational and cost effective use of medicines across the care group.8. To plan own workload and project work in order to develop the service to the specialities. KEY RELATIONSHIPS Internal Junior and senior medical staff; Pharmacists, technicians, pharmacy assistants, clerical officers and porters within the pharmacy department; Nursing staff; Dietitians; Other health care professionals as appropriate; Patients. External Greenwich & Bexley Community Hospice; GPs; Community Pharmacists; Patients families and carers. Key Result Areas & Performance: Aseptics with Parenteral Nutrition Rotation 1. With the senior technician, to plan and organise the day to day running of the aseptic unit.2. To be an Authorised Pharmacist for the final check and release of products prepared in the aseptic unit, ensuring that all facilities, equipment, activities, procedures and documentation meet the requirements of current legislation and best practice.3. To contribute to the preparation of documentation in accordance with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice.4. Apply the principles of Good Clinical Practice in the professional supervision and release of IMPs for clinical trials.5. Work as part of the multidisciplinary nutrition team for prescribing, monitoring and the clinical management of adult patients on parenteral nutrition.6. Liaise with the chemotherapy day unit to ensure that the service meets the needs of the patients within the capacity of the unit.7. To clinically screen SACT prescriptions.8. To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services, in their absence. Aseptics with Palliative Care Rotation With the senior technician, to plan and organise the day to day running of the aseptic unit.To be an Authorised Pharmacist for the final check and release of products prepared in the aseptic unit, ensuring that all facilities, equipment, activities, procedures and documentation meet the requirements of current legislation and best practice.To contribute to the preparation of documentation in accordance with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice.Apply the principles of Good Clinical Practice in the professional supervision and release of IMPs and nIMPs for clinical trials.To clinically screen SACT prescriptions.To provide a clinical pharmacy service to Greenwich and Bexley Community Hospice in accordance with the service level agreement.To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist Aseptic Services, in their absence. Chemotherapy Day Unit Rotation To clinically screen SACT prescriptions.Contribute to the clinical care of oncology and haemato-oncology patients treated as outpatients, day cases or inpatients within the Trust.Liaise with the chemotherapy day unit to ensure that the service meets the needs of the patients within the capacity of the unit.To assist in the development of prescribing guidelines, chemotherapy proformas and new treatment evaluations.To monitor drug usage against the drug budgets set for directorates, providing financial reports and advice on cost saving measures.To deputise for the Lead Pharmacist Cancer Services and Palliative Care, in their absence. Key Result Areas & Performance: Leadership & Service Development To support the development, implementation and adherence to local and national guidelines/policies to ensure cost-effective and safe prescribing within the division.To collaborate in the development on Integrated Care Pathways and Patient Group Directions within Cancer & Long Term Conditions as necessary.To liaise with senior pharmacy staff to ensure the effective provision of Pharmacy Services. Division support To actively contribute to the management of the drug budget for the division through effective drug use to ensure the most effective use of resources.To identify areas of potential cost-savings within Cancer and Technical Services.To educate healthcare professionals on the costs associated with drug therapy and promote the use of evidence based, cost effective prescribing within the division.To actively participate in departmental and divisional meetings where appropriate Governance, Information & Data Management To support the investigation of medication related safety incidents and formulation/delivery of action plans across the Trust to address problems identified where appropriate.To promote effective prescribing in the Trust following formulary and NICE guidance Staff Management & Training To support the education and training of other healthcare professionals.To participate and contribute to clinical training programmes at a local and national level e.g. summer students, pharmacy undergraduates.To evaluate and develop own management and professional knowledge competencies by attendance to in house/external training programmes self-education and practice researchTo undertake CPD to ensure that knowledge is continually updated.To be a postgraduate tutor (pre-registration) for Pharmacy staff as appropriate and required. Research & Development To participate in audit and practice research to investigate, and where appropriate improve the quality of service for patients in the trust. Communications and Relationships To communicate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team (doctors, nurses, dieticians, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, ward managers, and site practitioners), to intermediate care, general practice support and community pharmacists in the provision of medicine related information and assessment of patients treatment.To work with appropriate staff to support development of services and facilitate the implementation of strategies for education and training of staff throughout the Trust.To demonstrate good communication skills as the role liaises with a wide variety of people within the Trust. This will include service and general managers across all directorates, trust risk managers, directorate governance leads, multidisciplinary team members and all Pharmacy staff.To liaise with external bodies including local CCGs, regional pharmacy services, and necessary pharmacy networks.The post-holder will be required to communicate clearly and sensitively about patient medication issue both internally and externallyTo provide training on medication related issues, policies, guidelines and service developments to pharmacy colleagues, nursing and medical staff, ranging from one on one communication to more formal presentations.To participate in any other duties as requested by the senior pharmacy managers in keeping within expectations of the grade. PLEASE NOTE: We may not be able to offer sponsorship for this post

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• BPharm / MPharm / BSc (Pharmacy) or equivalent
• Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Postgraduate Diploma in either Clinical Pharmacy or General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent) or be able to demonstrate the intention to complete within 12 months of being in post
• Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice

Desirable

• BOPA passport
• PAID BOPA member

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrate experience in aseptic services
• Demonstrate experience in clinical cancer pharmacy practice
• Examples of clinical audit and literature evaluations
• Supervision and training of others

Desirable

• Previous experience delivering formal education and training sessions
• Development of evidence based guidelines

Knowledge & Skill

Essential

• Good communication skills, both written and oral, of specialist clinical information
• Ability to use own initiative and plan own work
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Problem-solving skills

Desirable

• Influencing and negotiating skills

Person Specification Qualifications & Training Essential BPharm / MPharm / BSc (Pharmacy) or equivalent Professional registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC) Postgraduate Diploma in either Clinical Pharmacy or General Pharmacy Practice (or equivalent) or be able to demonstrate the intention to complete within 12 months of being in post Mandatory CPD to maintain fitness to practice Desirable BOPA passport PAID BOPA member Experience Essential Demonstrate experience in aseptic services Demonstrate experience in clinical cancer pharmacy practice Examples of clinical audit and literature evaluations Supervision and training of others Desirable Previous experience delivering formal education and training sessions Development of evidence based guidelines Knowledge & Skill Essential Good communication skills, both written and oral, of specialist clinical information Ability to use own initiative and plan own work Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team Problem-solving skills Desirable Influencing and negotiating skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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. 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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Biochemistry within the NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership (ESEL).

We are looking for a strong team player with a positive attitude to working in a flexible manner, committed to supporting the clinical services of the Trust and meeting the needs of our patients by participating in an Agenda for Change shift system.

The successful candidate will be based at Whipps Cross Hospital, but as the ESEL Pathology Partnership evolves, the primary location of work may be subject to change reflecting service demand. HCAS will be depended on the allocated site.

**Previous applicants need not apply**

The vacancy may close early if reached sufficient applicants.

Main duties of the job

The post holders must possess a thorough understanding of the technologies and methodologies relevant to Automated Biochemistry.

The post holder must demonstrate effective leadership and management capabilities while working collaboratively to achieve shared goals.

They will work as part of the technical and scientific team, undertaking a range of pre-analytical and support tasks to ensure the smooth operation of the department. The post holder will take direction from Senior Biomedical Scientists and provide assistance to Operational Leads in the continuous improvement and transformation of laboratory services.

Key responsibilities will include:o Technical and Scientifico Laboratory Informaticso Quality and Governanceo Trainingo Financial and Resource Managemento Health and Safetyo Research and Development

About us

The NHS East and South East London Pathology Partnership is an arms-length organisation providing pathology services to Barts Health NHS Trust, Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust. The Pathology Partnership is hosted by Barts Health.The Pathology Partnership was formed in May 2021. Between 2021 and 2024 the Partnership undertook a complex transformation programme to establish a single network of laboratories, underpinned by a single Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and single Quality Management System (QMS).The Partnership has a main hub laboratory at the Royal London Hospital and Essential Service Laboratories (ESL) as a minimum at the six other hospital sites served by the Partnership.The Partnership has three operational divisions:o Blood Sciences including Haematology, Blood Transfusion and Biochemistryo Microbiology and Virologyo Cellular Pathology and Cancer DiagnosticsThe 2024/25 total operating costs across the Partnership were c. £121m per annum with a workforce establishment of circa. 860 WTE.We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Details

Date posted

23 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£55,524 to £62,652 a year Per annum inc

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

259-8112362ESEL-B

Job locations

Whipps Cross Hospital

Clinical Pathology

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager.

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Job description Job responsibilities We are dedicated to being an outstanding place to work and will work with you to get the best experience. We know flexible working is not a one size fits all and will mean something different to everyone. We are inclusive, so if you are interested in flexible working, please speak to the recruiting manager. The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist.
• Have a completed an MSc in Biomedical Science, or equivalent.
• CPSM Log book (Clinical Biochemistry) if qualified before 2003.
• Registration portfolio IBMS (Clinical Biochemistry 2003 to 2004) and Diploma in Biomedical Science IBMS (Blood Sciences 2005)
• Specialist Diploma IBMS (Clinical Biochemistry 2005 onwards)
• MSc Biomedical Science or equivalent scientific qualification at MSc level
• IBMS Fellowship in Clinical Biochemistry.

Experience

Essential

• Post HCPC registration working in a busy, acute medical clinical chemistry laboratory environment.
• Demonstrate ability to cope with competing priorities.
• Demonstrates an ability to respond to change.
• Experienced in a variety of diagnostics techniques in Clinical Biochemistry.
• Experienced using computerised laboratory information system
• Experienced evaluating the authenticity of patient results

Desirable

• Experience of effectively managing staff
• Experience of teaching staff.

Knowledge

Essential

• H&S legislation and procedures
• Specialist knowledge in Clinical Biochemistry.
• Quality management system
• Detailed understanding of UKAS

Desirable

• Knowledge of current requirements for training and career progression

Skills

Essential

• Competent in routine laboratory techniques and troubleshooting
• Ability to analyse, interpret and present routine data/results/concepts
• Working knowledge of word processing & spreadsheet packages
• Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal)

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist. Have a completed an MSc in Biomedical Science, or equivalent. CPSM Log book (Clinical Biochemistry) if qualified before 2003. Registration portfolio IBMS (Clinical Biochemistry 2003 to 2004) and Diploma in Biomedical Science IBMS (Blood Sciences 2005) Specialist Diploma IBMS (Clinical Biochemistry 2005 onwards) MSc Biomedical Science or equivalent scientific qualification at MSc level IBMS Fellowship in Clinical Biochemistry. Experience Essential Post HCPC registration working in a busy, acute medical clinical chemistry laboratory environment. Demonstrate ability to cope with competing priorities. Demonstrates an ability to respond to change. Experienced in a variety of diagnostics techniques in Clinical Biochemistry. Experienced using computerised laboratory information system Experienced evaluating the authenticity of patient results Desirable Experience of effectively managing staff Experience of teaching staff. Knowledge Essential H&S legislation and procedures Specialist knowledge in Clinical Biochemistry. Quality management system Detailed understanding of UKAS Desirable Knowledge of current requirements for training and career progression Skills Essential Competent in routine laboratory techniques and troubleshooting Ability to analyse, interpret and present routine data/results/concepts Working knowledge of word processing & spreadsheet packages Able to communicate effectively (written and verbal)

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

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Whipps Cross Hospital

Clinical Pathology

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barts Health NHS Trust

Address

Whipps Cross Hospital

Clinical Pathology

London

E11 1NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Applications are invited for the above posts for 6 months in the first instance.

The Orthopaedic department at University Hospital Lewisham is looking for an enthusiastic colleague who will support our very busy orthopaedic service.

This is a replacement post and ideal opportunity for a suitably qualified individual looking to develop skills within the Orthopaedic department.

For vacancies where a high volume of applications is received, we reserve the right to close the post before the stated closing date. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Main duties of the job

This is a Junior Clinical Fellow to replace a current gap in service provision. The remit of the post holder will be to work within the multi-disciplinary team providing and further developing care for patients in Trauma and Orthopaedics. In addition, the individual will be required to play an active role in the general workload of the department.

The post-holder will be expected to take part equally with other trainee in such a rota with EWTD with retrospective cover. The post will be based at the Lewisham site. As a junior employee of the Trust, you will work in close cooperation with, and support other clinical, medical professional, and managerial colleagues in providing high quality healthcare to the Trust's patients.

About us

Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

1. Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
2. Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
3. Improving the experience of staff with disability
4. Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
5. Making equalities mainstream