Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Advertising Date: 12th October 2026

Closing Date: 19th October 2026

Shortlisting Date: 20th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note this vacancy may close early if a high number of applications is reached.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code.
• Experience of working in a clinical environment
• Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• An understanding of national, regional, and local NHS issues
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

Qualifications

Essential

• 1st Level Registered Nurse (degree/diploma)
• Current NMC Registration
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to network and build relationships at all levels.
• Effectively prioritises and co-ordinates own workload.
• Ability to de-escalate complex situations
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non-verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Awareness of the need for confidentiality at all times
• Computer literacy e.g. experience of electronic patient record

Other

Essential

• Frequent moderate effort for several short periods of time such as manual handling of patients and equipment.
• Frequent concentration required for drug calculation and Administration.
• Ability to work within highly distressing or emotional circumstances e.g. end of life care.
• Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or department.
• Potential blood or body fluids exposure.
• Dealing with frequent interruptions and competing demands
• Ability to communicate distressing information
• Ability to communicate in a challenging environment

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 12th October 2026

Closing date: 19th October 2026

Shortlisting date: 20th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)
• Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Demonstrable experience of working in a patient care/health related role
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
• Experience of working in a team

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Experience of supporting junior staff and learners
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT skills

Other

Essential

• Frequent moderate effort for several long periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to supporting patient's personal care
• Concentration, focus and frequent record keeping requirements. Carrying out time critical tasks
• Aware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionately
• Aware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing support
• Daily exposure to distressing situations which may include challenging behaviour, care of chronic health conditions, patient end of life care/care after death
• Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or department
• Potential blood or body fluids exposure

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Ormskirk hospital

Wigan road

Ormskirk

L392AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• To provide specialist nursing expertise and work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to develop clinical practice.
• Manage a case load in IBD nursing service, responsible for planning and prioritising own workload as an autonomous practitioner in response to service needs.
• Liaise with, refer to and advise a range of professionals regarding ongoing care and management of patients. This will be done via case conference, home visits, letter, report or email.
• Support staff within a range of clinical areas to ensure that patient needs are assessed, care planned, implemented and evaluated and that there is consultation and involvement of patients / carers.
• Responsible and accountable for accurate management of nursing records to ensure patient documentation meets agreed standards, ensuring the quality of record keeping is within the NMC Code of Conduct.
• Develop and implement specialised patient care pathways using advanced clinical reasoning skills.
• Provide highly specialist advice concerning the treatment of IBD / complex gastroenterology patients and families.
• Initiate patient referrals to other healthcare professionals and outside agencies as appropriate.
• Work in collaboration with medical staff when assessing the patient and refer appropriately if the patient's clinical condition changes or new concerns arise.
• Work in collaboration with surgeons to plan appropriate surgical interventions when required by co-ordinating review and subsequent admission for surgical procedures.
• Provide intensive support, information and advice in times of crisis - diagnosis, first hospital admission, and change in condition, terminal care and bereavement.
• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Endoscopy Unit.

MANAGEMENT

• Design, develop and implement clinical protocols, guidelines and information leaflets for use locally and nationally.
• Responsible for managing, arranging, recording and monitoring own activity and practising effective time management.
• Initiate and lead discussions in weekly multidisciplinary gastroenterology team meetings.
• Evaluate the ongoing needs of the IBD nursing service and plan / shape for future expansion in agreement with the direction of the lead nurse.
• Work within all Human Resources policy frameworks.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• To assess the level of patient's knowledge and understanding of IBD and provide personal or small group education programmes for patients and families indicated thus empowering them to take a greater part in the management of their disease promoting independence.
• Organise or participate in the delivery and evaluation of teaching programmes for ward and departmental staff involved in caring for patients with IBD.
• Teach on and consult on content of courses and modules relating to IBD and its management as required.
• Act as a resource for IBD within the Trust, for the PCT's and other external agencies.
• To be responsible for ongoing personal development displaying expertise working at a level to enable the post holder to identify a clinically significant professional, educational and research strategy for the IBD nursing service.

RESEARCH

• Initiate and lead own audit research studies relating to nursing and multidisciplinary care within the specialist area of practice, presenting findings through presentation and writing for publication.
• Actively participate in research initiatives associated with service
• Actively seek out research and audit results by other bodies relative to specialist area
• Present own evidence based findings from audit at multi-professional meetings / conferences both locally and nationally.
• Ensure clinical nursing practice is evidence based
• Collaborate closely with other members of the Gastroenterology Network to keep up to date with emerging thinking and findings.

PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

• To continually update and develop own clinical and theoretical knowledge of IBD and lower GI disorders and other areas of nursing and research by attending relevant conferences and reviewing the relevant literature on a regular basis.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the IBD service is developed in line with the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) recommendations for this patient group.
• To maintain own personal and professional profile
• To be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the service and develop the role accordingly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Specialist qualification / post registration training in specialityy
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Masters Degree

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience nurse with proven advanced clinical assessment skills
• Experience of conflict and complaints handling
• Experience of policy development
• Knowledge of management of recruitment, selection, appraisal, discipline, grievance, absence and performance systems.
• Knowledge and awareness of interagency structure and its workings
• Track record in mentorship and preceptorship
• Research experience
• Teaching experience
• Knowledge of control of infection systems, health and safety systems, risk assessment systems and child protection systems

Skills

Essential

• Up to date clinical skills in order to ensure quality of services being provided by ward
• Effective presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Able to act as a leader, effectively managing & motivating staff on the ward
• Ability to act as a change agent.
• Ability to co-ordinate & liase with MDT members

Other

Essential

• Enthusiastic approach to work
• Ability to work independently & as a team member
• Be seen to be confident & inspire confidence
• Be effective in implementation of best practice

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide leadership, management and team development to designated staff group, acting in aconsultative capacity, ensuring safe and effective service delivery.
• Provide specialist advice, leadership and support to the wider MDT ensuring the patient is at thecentre of all decision making.
• Ensure high quality care throughout the service by ensuring assessment planning, implementationand evaluation of care delivery
• Maintain staff and patient records in compliance with Trust policy
• Liaising with internal departments and external agencies in order to provide evidence-based careand contribute to policy and practice changes.
• Ensure delegated budget is managed in line with Trusts standing financial instructions
• To uphold the standards of professional practice, promoting and maintaining high quality patientcare.
• Overall responsibility for the management of the department and will be accountable for the qualityof care within that environment in line with Trust policy and professional codes and standards
• Lead and provide a highly visible presence being responsive and accessible to patients, carers and staff.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Registered health professional Diploma / Degree level qualification
• Current NMC Registration
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Leadership training or qualification (minimum Level 4 ILM or equivalent) or equivalent experience

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
• Experience of managing teams
• Experience of service development, such as clinical pathway management
• Substantial experience of working in a clinical environment
• Understanding of budget management within the NHS at departmental level
• Experience of involvement in relevant research/audit to underpin evidence-based practice
• Understand key features of clinical governance and risk

Skills

Essential

• Current up to date and relevant clinical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organisational and management skills
• Able to act as a leader, effectively managing staff in the department
• Accountable for own professional actions
• Ability to network and build relationships at all levels act as a change agent
• Computer literacy eg experience of electronic patient record

Other

Essential

• Frequent sitting or standing in a restricted position; occasional moderate effort for several short period.
• Walks, stands most of shift; occasionally moves, occasional manoeuvres patients.
• Frequent concentration, work pattern unpredictable Concentration for patient clinical work
• Dealing with frequent interruptions and competing demands
• Occasional highly distressing or emotional circumstances. Deals with patient complaints, conveys unwelcome news, management of complaints/concerns arising from incidents, communicating to patients and relatives
• Working in ward environment providing direct clinical care

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Hospital

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL

• To provide specialist nursing expertise and work alongside the multi-disciplinary team to develop clinical practice.
• Manage a case load in IBD nursing service, responsible for planning and prioritising own workload as an autonomous practitioner in response to service needs.
• Liaise with, refer to and advise a range of professionals regarding ongoing care and management of patients. This will be done via case conference, home visits, letter, report or email.
• Support staff within a range of clinical areas to ensure that patient needs are assessed, care planned, implemented and evaluated and that there is consultation and involvement of patients / carers.
• Responsible and accountable for accurate management of nursing records to ensure patient documentation meets agreed standards, ensuring the quality of record keeping is within the NMC Code of Conduct.
• Develop and implement specialised patient care pathways using advanced clinical reasoning skills.
• Provide highly specialist advice concerning the treatment of IBD / complex gastroenterology patients and families.
• Initiate patient referrals to other healthcare professionals and outside agencies as appropriate.
• Work in collaboration with medical staff when assessing the patient and refer appropriately if the patient's clinical condition changes or new concerns arise.
• Work in collaboration with surgeons to plan appropriate surgical interventions when required by co-ordinating review and subsequent admission for surgical procedures.
• Provide intensive support, information and advice in times of crisis - diagnosis, first hospital admission, and change in condition, terminal care and bereavement.
• Provide diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in the Endoscopy Unit.

MANAGEMENT

• Design, develop and implement clinical protocols, guidelines and information leaflets for use locally and nationally.
• Responsible for managing, arranging, recording and monitoring own activity and practising effective time management.
• Initiate and lead discussions in weekly multidisciplinary gastroenterology team meetings.
• Evaluate the ongoing needs of the IBD nursing service and plan / shape for future expansion in agreement with the direction of the lead nurse.
• Work within all Human Resources policy frameworks.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• To assess the level of patient's knowledge and understanding of IBD and provide personal or small group education programmes for patients and families indicated thus empowering them to take a greater part in the management of their disease promoting independence.
• Organise or participate in the delivery and evaluation of teaching programmes for ward and departmental staff involved in caring for patients with IBD.
• Teach on and consult on content of courses and modules relating to IBD and its management as required.
• Act as a resource for IBD within the Trust, for the PCT's and other external agencies.
• To be responsible for ongoing personal development displaying expertise working at a level to enable the post holder to identify a clinically significant professional, educational and research strategy for the IBD nursing service.

RESEARCH

• Initiate and lead own audit research studies relating to nursing and multidisciplinary care within the specialist area of practice, presenting findings through presentation and writing for publication.
• Actively participate in research initiatives associated with service
• Actively seek out research and audit results by other bodies relative to specialist area
• Present own evidence based findings from audit at multi-professional meetings / conferences both locally and nationally.
• Ensure clinical nursing practice is evidence based
• Collaborate closely with other members of the Gastroenterology Network to keep up to date with emerging thinking and findings.

PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

• To continually update and develop own clinical and theoretical knowledge of IBD and lower GI disorders and other areas of nursing and research by attending relevant conferences and reviewing the relevant literature on a regular basis.
• Work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the IBD service is developed in line with the British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) recommendations for this patient group.
• To maintain own personal and professional profile
• To be flexible and adaptable to the needs of the service and develop the role accordingly.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Specialist qualification / post registration training in specialityy
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Masters Degree

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience nurse with proven advanced clinical assessment skills
• Experience of conflict and complaints handling
• Experience of policy development
• Knowledge of management of recruitment, selection, appraisal, discipline, grievance, absence and performance systems.
• Knowledge and awareness of interagency structure and its workings
• Track record in mentorship and preceptorship
• Research experience
• Teaching experience
• Knowledge of control of infection systems, health and safety systems, risk assessment systems and child protection systems

Skills

Essential

• Up to date clinical skills in order to ensure quality of services being provided by ward
• Effective presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Able to act as a leader, effectively managing & motivating staff on the ward
• Ability to act as a change agent.
• Ability to co-ordinate & liase with MDT members

Other

Essential

• Enthusiastic approach to work
• Ability to work independently & as a team member
• Be seen to be confident & inspire confidence
• Be effective in implementation of best practice

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professional.
• Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure.
• Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols.
• Communicate compassionately and effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, maintaining confidentiality and using tact, empathy, persuasion and reassurance.
• Observe, assess and respond to personal care patients needs appropriately, escalating concerns to nursing staff, as required.
• Organises self in general work tasks or when delivering patient care with supervision where needed from Senior Health Care Assistant and/or nursing staff.
• As directed, undertake personal care duties and support activities of daily living, e.g. mouth care, personal hygiene, and toileting needs, demonstrating person centred care.
• Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment (such as hoists and wheelchairs).
• Under supervision of a registered healthcare practitioner, undertake delegated procedures within the limits of required training and measured competence, where appropriate. For example, patient moving and handling, and providing personal care.
• Support of patients feeding, diet and nutritional needs and accurately record patients nutritional intake and fluid intake and output, noticing and reporting changes to the nursing staff.
• Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy.
• Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriate.
• Demonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment.
• To work in line with Trust policies and procedures
• Contributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment.
• Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm.
• Work in partnership with the individual, their carers/ families and the wider healthcare team.
• Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal.
• Participate in team handovers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of Trust Care Certificate within 4 months of appointment
• Basic literacy and numeracy skills

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Experience of working in a team

Desirable

• Experience of working in a patient care/health related role

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT skills

Other

Essential

• Frequent, moderate effort for several short periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to supporting patients personal care
• Occasional requirement for concentration, with few competing demands for attention
• Aware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionately
• Aware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing support
• Occasional exposure to distressing situations which may care of chronic health conditions, patient end of life care/ care after death.
• Able to carry out direct personal care as required on ward or department.
• Occasional exposure to patients with challenging behaviours

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.

Advertising date: 9th October 2026

Closing date: 16th October 2026

Shortlisting date: W/C 19th October 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 or above in Healthcare or equivalent demonstrable experience within a Theatre setting
• GCSE Level or equivalent in English and Maths

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care.
• Previous experience of working in a care assistant role.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Theatre Care Assistant role and responsibilities
• Experience working in a Healthcare setting

Desirable

• Experience working within a Surgical/Theatre Department

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate both verbally and written
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to accept direction and guidance in the role
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible working hours
• Basic IT skills
• Ability to work independently or within a multi-disciplinary team

Other

Essential

• Physically able to perform the full range of TCA duties.
• Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation. Moving and Handling of patients.
• The post requires frequent effort which involves delivering personal care to patients. Working pattern maybe unpredictable.
• Staff may be involved in emotionally challenging situations.
• Shift rotation, Cross site working, On call commitments, Flexible and adaptable. The post requires frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions, bodily fluids, smells 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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR86PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Apprenticeship Information

This post is offered under Agenda for Change Annex 21 arrangements, meaning salary will be paid in accordance with Annex 21 throughout the apprenticeship period. On successful completion of the apprenticeship and competency framework, the salary will progress to the substantive Band 3 Medical Secretary rate.

As part of the apprenticeship, there is an expectation that the successful candidate will actively participate in a range of learning activities, workplace projects, departmental tasks and training opportunities. These activities will enable you to gain the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to meet both apprenticeship standards and the competency requirements of the Medical Secretary role. Opportunities will be provided across the service to ensure sufficient evidence can be gathered for qualification and competency completion.

The successful candidate will be required to work on-site and will be expected to attend all apprenticeship training, mandatory training and departmental learning activities as part of the role.

If you are motivated, eager to learn and interested in building a career in healthcare administration, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum entry requirement. Educated to GCSE Grade C/4 in English and Maths and/or equivalent qualification. For those with an education, health and care plan or legacy statement, the Apprenticeship's English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3. A British Sign Language (BSL) qualification is equivalent to the English qualification for those whose primary language is BSL.

Desirable

• Qualification to be gained over the period of the apprenticeship: Level 3 Business Admin (Annex 21)

Experience

Essential

• Able to communicate with a range of people, in a way that is clear and understood
• Demonstrate an ability to work as part of a teamwork to achieve a common goal
• Can plan, organise, and effectively prioritise tasks to achieve the required objectives
• Can effectively manage own time and activity to meet deadlines
• Demonstrates an understanding of the NHS
• Microsoft Office experience
• Ability to work as part of a team

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage / prioritise own workload
• Good keyboard skills
• Ability to use own initiative
• Capability to adapt to most situations
• Reliable and conscientious
• Able to work the hours and undertake duties required

Desirable

• Good interpersonal skills

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel across hospital sites when required
• Possess a friendly and approachable personality
• Ability to show understanding and appreciation
• Will be gained over the period of the apprenticeship to obtain: Comply with Trust policies and procedures at all times (Annex 21)
• Ability and willingness to undergo further training for the post
• Understanding of confidential nature of role and awareness of Data Protection Act.

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached JD & Person Spec for more details.

Supporting Clinical and Patient Excellence

To work autonomously within departmental clinical teams to provide excellent physiotherapy care to a diverse client group.

Manage a caseload independently on designated ward/s, supporting junior staff with their caseload management.

To increase and expand knowledge base and experience, clinically and non-clinically.

To undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentation/multiple pathologies; use advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition.

Formulate and deliver a complete specialised physiotherapy programme based on sound knowledge of evidence-based practise and treatment options.

Ensure that all patients have a documented problem list and goals that the patient has been involved in creating

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC registration

Desirable

• Clinical Educators Certificate
• Postgrad accredited study e.g. MSc in relevant health studies

Experience

Essential

• Advanced clinical knowledge relevant to the current environment and evidence of evidence-based practise in relevant health setting
• Awareness of own strengths and limitations
• Knowledge of relevant national policies and guidance and relevant assessment tools
• Experience of line managing team including setting objectives, conducting appraisals and effective delegation and coordination
• Evidence of effective working within an MDT
• Experience of service development
• Demonstrate experience of problem-solving approaches
• Demonstrates continuous professional development

Desirable

• Audit and research in a clinical area

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates ability to motivate team performance to achieve objectives
• Ability to prioritise and work to deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of settings
• Accurate record keeping, report writing and IT skills including presentation skills
• Have a flexible approach to working with good time management

Desirable

• Mentorship skills

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel to various hospital locations

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport & Ormskirk Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information regarding the main responsibilities and requirements essential for this role please refer to the supporting documents heading and review the job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including a proposed job plan.

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

£338 million (PFI) investment has re-built and modernised both Whiston and St Helens Hospitals, resulting in modern state of the art health care facilities for the treatment and care of patients. St Helens Hospital was completed in 2008 and Whiston Hospital in 2010. The hospitals include 887 inpatient beds with state-of-the-art CT and MRI facilities existing on both hospital sites. CT and MRI scanners at St Helens have also recently been upgraded including installation of a high field 3 Tesla MRI scanner. The DEXA scanner is also located at St Helens Hospital.

The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk, and Newton hospitals.

The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery, and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales.

As a Trust, our aim is to provide a high-quality service to all patients. We strive to meet the best standards for professional care whilst being sensitive and responsive to the needs of individual patients. Our valued workforce is recognised for their unique skills and talents with our teams of experts winning national awards on a regular basis.

Whiston Hospital

Whiston Hospital a busy teaching hospital which provides a comprehensive range of acute Medical and Surgical Services, Emergency Services, Maternity Services, Paediatrics and Medicine for Older People. The Regional Burns and Plastic Surgery Units are also based on this site. There is a Critical Care Unit consisting of ICU, HDU, CCU and an onsite Cardiac Catheter Laboratory. The stroke consultants deliver 24/7 thrombolysis to eligible patients presenting with acute stroke. There is a 30-bed Stroke Unit which accommodates both acute stroke patients and those with rehabilitation needs.

St Helens Hospital

St Helens Hospital is an Ambulatory Care Centre providing Intermediate Care and Day Surgery. Rheumatology, Dermatology and Diabetes services are based on this site and within easy reach of other acute specialties at Whiston Hospital.

Southport Hospital

Southport Hospital is a General Hospital that includes adults accident and emergency services, intensive care, and a range of medical and surgical specialities. There is also an outpatients service. The North West Regional Spinal Injuries Centre at Southport hospital provides specialist care for spinal patients from across the North West, North Wales, and the Isle of Man.

The hospital, which replaced the Southport General Infirmary and the Southport Promenade Hospital, opened in September 1988.

Ormskirk Hospital

Ormskirk Hospital is a General Hospital and provides womens and childrens services, including accident and emergency services, surgery, and maternity care.

The hospital provides these services for patients living across West Lancashire, Southport, and Formby.

Life in Merseyside and West Lancashire

Merseyside, which includes the great city of Liverpool, is within easy reach of North Wales, the Lake District and the Peak District and provides an interesting mix of rural and urban life.

Liverpool is a vibrant, music city which has undergone a renaissance in recent years and has recently been named European City of Culture.

High quality schools are available in and around Merseyside and West Lancashire. The area has many sports facilities including championship golf courses, several sailing clubs and one of the finest windsurfing venues in Britain.

People from Merseyside and West Lancashire are renowned for their friendliness and quick-witted humour and the region sports two of the finest football teams in the Premier League.

The town of St Helens is renowned for its glassworks and rugby. The district has a population of around 340,000 and is of mixed residential, industrial, and rural character. It is situated on the edge of Merseyside, between the open countryside of Cheshire to the south and Lancashire to the north.

Southport is a seaside town and has a population of around 90,000. Southport lies on the Irish Sea Coast and is fringed to the north by the Ribble estuary. Town attractions include Southport Pier, the second longest seaside pleasure pier in the British Isles and Lord Street, an elegant tree-lined shopping street. Southport today is still one of the most popular seaside resorts in the UK and hosts various events including an annual air show on and over the beach, the largest independent flower show in the UK and the British Musical Fireworks Championship.

Ormskirk is an historic Market town surrounded by beautiful countryside, reserves, and wildlife. Ormskirk has quaint village streets, winning restaurants and farm shops and is also home to the award-winning Edgehill University.

Distance to Liverpool City Centre:

From Whiston Hospital 13.3 miles

From St Helens Hospital 15 miles

From Southport Hospital 19.9 miles

From Ormskirk Hospital 18.1 miles

Distance to Manchester City Centre:

From Whiston Hospital - 26.6 miles

From St Helens Hospital 27.7 miles

From Southport Hospital 42.4 miles

From Ormskirk Hospital 35.4 miles

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration at the time of application
• FRCPath or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• MRCP or equivalent medical qualification
• MD/PhD or equivalent medical qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Evidence of thorough and broad training and experience in relevant specialty
• Able to take responsibility for delivering service without direct supervision.
• Understanding of clinical governance and the individual responsibilities it implies
• Knowledge of the principles of clinical audit and evidence of participation
• Experience of teaching
• Knowledge of the principles of research

Desirable

• Experience of teaching undergraduates
• Experience of supervising trainee pathologists
• Evidence of involvement in research

Skills

Essential

• Broad range of IT skills.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practice
• Good knowledge of, and ability to use, spoken and written English
• Ability to communicate effectively with clinical colleagues, colleagues in pathology and support staff
• Ability to present effectively to an audience, using a variety of methods, and to respond to questions and queries
• Ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff
• Ability to cope with and effectively organise the workload of a Consultant
• Ability to practise independently as a Consultant
• Ability to take responsibility and show evidence of leadership
• Ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances
• Ability to work under pressure and cope with setbacks
• Awareness of personal limitations

Other

Essential

• Ability to be a flexible team member
• Participation in continuing professional development (CPD) scheme and, where relevant, evidence of participation
• Meets professional health requirements
• Willingness to travel to and work in other sites necessitated by the role

Desirable

• Full driving licence.
• Ability to organise and manage people and resources

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Merseyside

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professional.
• Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure.
• Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols.
• Communicate compassionately and effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, maintaining confidentiality and using tact, empathy, persuasion and reassurance
• Observe, assess and respond to patients needs appropriately, escalating concerns to Nursing staff as required including instigating emergency procedures as per policy.
• Organises self and supervises other junior staff or learners in general work tasks or when delivering patient care with supervision from nursing staff.
• Prioritises a range of delegated clinical care duties.
• Acting on own initiative, undertake personal care duties and support activities of daily living, e.g. mouth care, personal hygiene and toileting needs, demonstrating person centred care.
• Assist the registered healthcare practitioners with clinical tasks, follow care plans, notice and report changes, assist with risk assessments, obtain samples and some specimens.
• Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment such as hoists and wheelchairs.
• Gather evidence to assist registered healthcare practitioner in obtaining a patient/client history.
• Undertake delegated procedures as required within the limits of required training and measured competence e.g venepuncture / ECG recording / blood glucose monitoring, clinical observations, taking specimens, escalating any abnormalities to the registered nurse.
• Support of patients feeding, diet and nutritional needs and accurately record patients nutritional intake and fluid intake and output, noticing and reporting changes to the nursing staff.
• Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy.
• Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriate
• Demonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment. Where requested, supports/supervises work of students and other junior staff.
• Occasionally participates in audits, surveys, development activities
• To work in line with Trust policies and procedures
• Contributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment
• Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm
• Work in partnership with the individual, their carers/ families and the wider healthcare team.
• Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal
• Participate in team handovers

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)
• Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Demonstrable experience of working in a patient care/health related role
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
• Experience of working in a team

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Experience of supporting junior staff and learners
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT skills

Other

Essential

• Frequent moderate effort for several long periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to supporting patient's personal care.
• Concentration, focus and frequent record keeping requirements. Carrying out time critical tasks.
• Aware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionately.
• Aware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing support
• Daily exposure to distressing situations which may include challenging behaviour, care of chronic health conditions, patient end of life care/care after death.
• Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or department.
• Potential blood or body fluids exposure.

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Newton Community Hospital

Bradlegh Road

St Helens

WA12 8RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description for full details of role responsibilities

Please note this vacancy may close early upon receipt of sufficient applications

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience
• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

Desirable

• NVQ 2 in Customer service

Experience

Essential

• Data entry experience
• Good knowledge of Administrative Systems
• Previous reception experience
• Experience of dealing with customers
• Experience of dealing with complaints

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience
• Knowledge of Medway or other Patient Administrative System

Skills

Essential

• Standard keyboard skills
• Ability to move case notes as required
• Ability to use own initiative when dealing with patient's enquiries
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Ability to recognise and solve problems and identify when further advice is required
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to use tact and diplomacy
• Detail oriented and able to meet deadlines
• Good understanding of confidentiality
• Good verbal and written communication and telephone skills

Other

Essential

• Frequent requirement to move patient case notes throughout the day
• Ability to concentrate when taking patient details at the reception desk or over the phone throughout the day
• Occasional requirement to deal with distressed patients
• Use of VDU continuously throughout the course of the shift

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES

• Assist Radiology clinical staff in all imaging examinations
• Support the Radiology clinical staff in the maintenance of high standards of care
• Accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the imaging department that the qualified practitioner feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake
• Assist patients throughout their imaging attendance
• Prepare imaging rooms and trolleys for clinical examinations
• Preparation of intravenous and oral contrast as per departmental protocol
• Intra-venous cannulation prior to imaging examinations
• Assist in cross sectional imaging by positioning patients for procedures including appropriate placement of MR coils and loading injector with contrast
• Responsible for co-ordinating inpatient transfer to and from Radiology for all imaging modalities this includes:
• Liaising with all wards and departments to confirm mode of transport
• Organising portering staff to transport patients
• Observation of patients in the waiting room
• Responsible for cleaning clinical equipment which may have come into contact with body fluids
• Assist in providing an environment which is conducive to a safe, infection free patient experience
• Undertake household support tasks
• Report all equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel
• Establish and maintain effective communication with patients during procedures which may require tact and encouragement
• Maintain a patient, courteous manner in all aspects of communication with patients and staff

CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To ensure adherence to all departmental and trust SOP and policies.
• Maintain the privacy and dignity of patients.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for accurate data entry on the Radiology Information System
• To ensure the accuracy of data quality in line with departmental policies and procedures (i.e. name, date of birth, address, postcode, GP and telephone number) are all current

TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSBILITIES

• Assist in the induction of new radiography helpers
• To attend training courses relevant to the post
• To Maintain own personal developmen

RESEARCH & AUDIT

• Participate in departmental audit and research programmes.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 in care or equivalent experience in Radiology
• 3 GSCEs

Experience

Essential

• Previous care work

Skills

Essential

• Self-motivated
• Able to use own initiative and respond to new challenges
• Manage/prioritise own workload
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage difficult/sensitive situations
• IT literate
• Ability to accurately maintain computerised documentation system
• Ability to works as part of a team

Desirable

• Ability to works as part of a team
• Time management skills
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills
• Good understanding of Trust Internal policies as appropriate

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel various hospital locations by own car/ assisted driver
• Able to work the hours and duties required by the post
• Able to adopt flexible approach when required
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships
• Comply with Trust policies and procedures
• Commitment to quality
• Understanding of confidential nature of role and awareness of Data Protection Act.

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

KEY DUTIES

• Provides fully comprehensive, unsupervised reports of a highly professional standard in a range of procedures.
• Uses clinical judgements to act on reports in an unsupervised way.
• Has highly specialised knowledge and skill in at least one specialist area and is responsible for the development and delivery of that service.
• Clinical supervision of testing in this area
• Developing and implementing relevant policies and procedures.
• Producing costs for each procedure.
• Implementing staff training programs for all levels of staff.
• Peer evaluation of competency levels.
• Stock control and consumable costs in this area.
• Maintain optimal functioning and regular servicing of equipment.
• Initiation of research and audit programs in order to review services and to monitor capacity.
• Provide regular updates to manager on service progress and re-design.
• A commitment to setting up new services and expanding the Physiologist role into areas traditionally covered by doctors.
• Deputise for other service leads in their absence.
• Participate in out of hours sessions when required.
• May be called upon to participate in a 24hr on call emergency rota covering a range of invasive and non-invasive tests.
• During out of hours or on call sessions, together with clinical responsibilities, the Physiologist will take on a level of managerial control of departmental issues.
• Take on a level of managerial control as designated by the manager.

CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver clinical skills and knowledge unsupervised across a wide range of basic and specialised clinical procedures.
• Be proficient in a in a range of invasive and non-invasive cardiac procedures.
• Provide high quality care for patients.
• Required to deliver complex information and instruction in a sensitive manner considering the diverse needs of all patients regardless of their age and abilities.
• Required on a regular basis to communicate information concerning patients and their test results, giving advice and recommendations to a wide range of staff groups.

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES

• To ensure the accuracy of data quality in line with departmental policies and procedures are all current and correct.

TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Designs and implements training and education programmes in own specialist area.
• Assists with the delivery of education programs in a broad range of subjects to a variety of staff throughout the Trust
• Actively participates in the mentorship arrangement and takes an active interest in liaising with Higher Education Institutes providing teaching and placements when required.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Clinical Physiology or equivalent qualification / experience.
• RCCP Registration
• ILS Qualification
• MSCST/master's level qualification / equivalent qualification / experience within a specialised field (BSE / NASPE / BPEG / ARTP)

Desirable

• IT Qualification
• ALS Qualification
• Managerial Qualification

Other

Essential

• Committed to continual professional development
• Flexible and adaptable approach

Skills

Essential

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in addition to working independently
• Ability to work in a pressurised environment using highly technical equipment in a safe manner producing complex unsupervised reports
• Ability to work with patients and provide high quality care, imparting information, instruction and results in a sensitive manner.
• Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Substantial years post qualification experience
• Experience in a broad range of cardiology tests
• Specialist knowledge in a range of cardiology tests
• Supervision of staff
• Participate in on call / out of hours service

Desirable

• Educational / Mentorship Experience
• Managerial Experience

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

MWL Trust - Various Sites

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for main responsibilities and requirements.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• AAT Level 4 (Technician) or equivalent qualification
• GCSE Maths - Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Good communication and interpersonal skills, able to maintain effective working relationships, both internal and external to the Directorate/ICB's
• Strong IT skills, intermediate level experience using Microsoft Office suite and accurate keyboard skills.
• Understanding of accountancy policies, procedures and relevant legislation
• Experience of General Ledgers.
• Experience of working within a Finance department

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Oracle General Ledger system
• Experience using Civica SLAM
• Knowledge of Department of Health invoicing guidance
• Knowledge of NHS Payment by Results guidance
• Knowledge of National Cost Collection (NCC) and Patient level Costing (PLICS)

Skills

Essential

• Ability to analyse, investigate and interpret financial information and queries
• Well organised, able to prioritise own workload and able to be flexible to deliver to tight deadlines
• The ability to concentrate for prolonged periods and switch between task
• The ability to adhere to statutory financial regulations and NHS rules

Desirable

• Ability to report and present financial information to both finance and non-finance individuals (internal and external)

Other

Essential

• Identifies and takes responsibility for own personal development and learning through the PDP process.
• Able to develop and use IT appropriately to meet given objectives.
• Presents a positive and professional image of the directorate

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Knowsley Community College

Stockbridge Lane

Huyton

L36 3SD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached Job Description and Person Specification for detailed main responsibilities and requirements.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Demonstrable experience of working in a patient care/health related role
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
• Experience of working in a team

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)
• Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalent

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Experience of supporting junior staff and learners
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT skills

Other

Essential

• Frequent moderate effort for several long periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to supporting patient's personal care
• Concentration, focus and frequent record keeping requirements. Carrying out time critical tasks
• ware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionately
• Aware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing support
• Daily exposure to distressing situations which may include challenging behaviour, care of chronic health conditions, patient end of life care/care after death
• Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or departmen

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Work as part of a team and duties will be delegated by the registered healthcare professional.
• Act within the scope of your training and competence, knowing who to ask for help and support if you are not sure.
• Work within agreed ways of working, following relevant Trust standards, policies and protocols.
• Communicate compassionately and effectively with individuals and their families, carers and health care practitioners using a range of techniques, maintaining confidentiality and using tact, empathy, persuasion and reassurance.
• Observe, assess and respond to patients needs appropriately, escalating concerns to Nursing staff as required including instigating emergency procedures as per policy.
• Organises self and supervises other junior staff or learners in general work tasks or when delivering patient care with supervision from nursing staff.
• Prioritises a range of delegated clinical care duties.
• Acting on own initiative, undertake personal care duties and support activities of daily living, e.g. mouth care, personal hygiene and toileting needs, demonstrating person centred care.
• Assist the registered healthcare practitioners with clinical tasks, follow care plans, notice and report changes, assist with risk assessments, obtain samples and some specimens.
• Safely deliver care duties including manoeuvring of patient equipment such as hoists and wheelchairs.
• Gather evidence to assist registered healthcare practitioner in obtaining a patient/client history.
• Undertake delegated procedures as required within the limits of required training and measured competence e.g venepuncture / ECG recording / blood glucose monitoring, clinical observations, taking specimens, escalating any abnormalities to the registered nurse.
• Support of patients feeding, diet and nutritional needs and accurately record patients nutritional intake and fluid intake and output, noticing and reporting changes to the nursing staff.
• Ensure patient property is managed as per Trust policy.
• Monitor levels of supplies and order supplies for the department as appropriate
• Demonstrates own duties to new starters, contributing to the learning environment. Where requested, supports/supervises work of students and other junior staff.
• Occasionally participates in audits, surveys, development activities.
• To work in line with Trust policies and procedures
• Contributes to maintaining a safe, healthy working environment.
• Follow the principles for implementing a duty of care, always acting in the best interest of individuals to ensure they do not come to harm.
• Work in partnership with the individual, their carers/ families and the wider healthcare team.
• Maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities; maintain evidence of your personal development and actively prepare for and participate in appraisal.
• Participate in team handovers.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 3 Health and Social Care or equivalent experience
• Care Certificate (equivalent to level 1)
• Literacy and numeracy functional skills level 2 or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Demonstrable experience of working in a patient care/health related role
• Knowledge of relevant legislation related to healthcare
• Experience of working in a team

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Good interpersonal skills
• Able to work within a team
• Experience of supporting junior staff and learners
• Able to accept direction and guidance
• Aware of own limitations
• Flexible in working hours
• Able to prioritise own workload and manage time effectively
• Flexible, adaptable and responsive to change
• Reliable and professional
• Ability to cope in stressful and challenging situations
• Inclusive and non-judgmental
• Punctual, motivated and committed
• Effective role model demonstrating Trust values
• Basic IT skills

Other

Essential

• Frequent moderate effort for several long periods during the shift such as manual handling patients to supporting patient's personal care.
• Concentration, focus and frequent record keeping requirements. Carrying out time critical tasks.
• Aware that developing resilience to distressing situations is necessary without losing the ability to care compassionately.
• Aware of the process for accessing staff health and wellbeing support
• Daily exposure to distressing situations which may include challenging behaviour, care of chronic health conditions, patient end of life care/care after death.
• Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or department

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To support individual patients, relatives and carers to obtain answers to queries and resolve problems and concerns quickly and efficiently which may be received from various sources. Record and feedback compliments received by patients and carers. Be accessible with a visible presence in the Trust.
• Work collaboratively with staff and service managers to ensure that any concerns or problems raised by service users, carers and their families can be resolved as quickly as possible.
• Communicate with people who may be in complex and sensitive situations and who may be highly emotional, aggressive or anxious. This involves using communication skills on a daily basis to help service users/carers to clarify concerns and provide/identify options.
• Respond to diverse, sensitive and sometimes complex enquiries and concerns raised by the public, service users and carers about Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust services referring to any applicable Trust policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Negotiate timely and appropriate resolution of concerns with service users or carers and staff.
• To take an instrumental role in supporting PALS users, arranging meetings between service users and clinicians and occasionally supporting service users at these meetings in what can be highly complex and sensitive circumstances, in an efficient manner to reach satisfactory outcomes.
• Understand the Trusts managing complaints and concerns policy and refer to the complaints team/Independent advocacy if appropriate. Provide advice and guidance to those who wish to make a formal complaint when issues cannot be resolved within PALS.
• To ensure all PALS contacts are recorded on the Inphase system and ensure that PALS activity is communicated to the appropriate personnel throughout the Trust.
• Assist PALS in local acute and community Trusts and other stakeholders who are trying to resolve issues that span across organisational boundaries.
• To provide support to patients, carers and families when accessing specialist advocacy or other voluntary and statutory services.
• To build and maintain good relationships with key stakeholders and the local community.

Education and Development

• Ensure colleagues across the Trust are aware of the role of PALS, through regular feedback with appropriate staff groups.
• Participate in raising awareness of PALS within the Trust, internally and externally, and with other statutory, voluntary and community organisations, including preparation and delivery of presentations.
• Contribute to the delivery of corporate induction as required. To ensure personal development plans are identified, maintained and followed to ensure all relevant mandatory training is undertaken.
• Demonstrate role and training support to new starters.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Act as a resource for up-to-date information on Trust services for all patients, relatives, and carers.
• Utilise empathetic and effective communication skills to decipher complex information from service users to understand and resolve concerns.
• Provide and identify support and appropriate signposting to those contacting PALS.
• To maintain own personal development following participation in annual appraisal.
• Maintain and extend personal knowledge with regard to current and changing issues within the Trust and wider NHS on an on-going basis.
• To maintain health and safety standards which ensure the wellbeing of patients, public and work colleagues.
• To undertake required mandatory training required for the post.
• To manage own workload, work unsupervised as appropriate, escalating any concerns to the line manager.
• To observe and maintain data protection and confidentiality as appropriate.
• To maintain a personal professional appearance.
• The above responsibilities are not an exhaustive list and are subject to change as the post develops.

Clinical Governance

• To work in close collaboration with staff from Complaints and the Quality and Risk departments,
• ensuring that effective communication is maintained in respect of PALS activities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ3 level or equivalent qualification plus significant knowledge and experience
• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent qualification and/or equivalent experience

Desirable

• RSA 2 in Typing / Word processing or equivalent qualification and/or equivalent experience

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of the function of PALS
• Experience of working within a customer care environment in an advisory capacity
• Experience of working towards deadlines
• Experience of providing information in a clear and concise manner
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applications
• Experience of dealing with conflict
• Fully aware of the need to maintain confidentiality and how this is achieved
• Experience of inputting data

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS complaints procedures, GDPR, clinical governance, health & wellbeing issues, acquired through training and experience
• Experience in a similar role or equivalent knowledge
• Experience of dealing with external NHS stakeholders
• Experience of Datix / Inphase system
• Experience of working within the NHS or Healthcare Setting

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, including listening and negotiating skills, face to face and over the telephone
• Able to problem solve
• Able to use own initiative
• Work well under pressure whilst prioritising a diverse workload with competing priorities within a busy environment
• Work individually or as part of a team

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel between all MWL hospital sites

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town Lane

Kew, Southport

PR8 6NP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The position is based at Southport Hospital

Please see Job Description for further information

Please note this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applicants is reached.

Person Specification

Our Values

Essential

• We are Kind
• We are Open
• We are Inclusive

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ III or equivalent experience
• RSA II/III Typing or word processing
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Audio typing

Desirable

• AMSPAR Diploma
• European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people, both internal and external
• Ability to work as a member of a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of Data Protection
• Flexible working approach
• Ability to plan and organise own workload to meet targets
• Customer Service skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Software Package

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Previous secretarial experience with knowledge of secretarial / administrative procedures and systems
• Previous Medical Secretary experience

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Other

Essential

• Committed to self-development to meet the requirements of the role
• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods when transcribing medical audio dictation in a predictable work pattern
• Ability to deal with distressed patients or relatives when answering telephone
• Ability to cope with frequent indirect exposure to distressing or emotional situations in content of clinical correspondence
• Continuous use of computer / keyboard
• Use of trolleys to transport casenotes
• Continuous use of VDU
• Working in an office environment

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport and Ormskirk Hospitals

Town Lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Advertising Date: 6th October 2026

Closing Date: 2nd November 2026

Shortlisting Date: 5th November 2026

Proposed Interview date: TBC

Please note this vacancy may close early if a high number of applications is reached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing Associate Foundation degree
• Current NMC registration
• GCSE Grade A-C in Maths & English or skills level 2 Maths & English or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the nursing and interdisciplinary team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice contained within The Code
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and escalate to the appropriate professional for expert help and advice
• Understand requirements for NMC professional Revalidation
• Understanding of the importance of following procedures and treatment plans
• Experience of working in teams under appropriate supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• Experience of providing and receiving complex, sensitive information

Skills

Essential

• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• Ability to organise and prioritise own delegated workload
• Ability to deal with non- routine and unpredictable nature of workload and individual patient contact
• Ability to communicate effectively (written, verbal and non verbal communication) with patients/relatives and carers and all members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to develop effective and appropriate relationships with people, their families, carers and colleagues
• Ability to support, supervise, assess and act as a role model to nursing associate students, other learners and health care support workers as required within the clinical setting.
• Computer literacy e.g. experience of electronic patient record

Other

Essential

• Frequent moderate effort for several short periods of time such as manual handling of patients and equipment.
• Frequent concentration required for patient treatment and observations
• Ability to work within highly distressing or emotional circumstances eg end of life care
• Ability to communicate distressing information
• Ability to communicate in a challenging environment
• Able to carry out direct clinical care as required on ward or department
• Potential blood or body fluids exposure.

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Southport Hospital

Town lane

Southport

PR8 6PN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Assist in the dispensing of aseptically prepared products, usually intravenous injections or infusions, in accordance, at all times, with GMP and SOPs. Use the appropriate specialised equipment for the dispensing of aseptic products, such as isolators, syringes, needles and other consumables, and protective clothing. The use of isolators and protective clothing requires the post holder to work in a restricted environment with limited flexibility of movement for substantial periods of each day. Assist in the receipt of prescriptions, accurately and according to safe working practices. Take part in the ward visits, i.e. liaise with ward staff and pharmacists regarding patients requirements. Prepare and assemble supplies of aseptically prepared injectable products for delivery to wards and departments. Prepare and set up aseptic products, e.g. total amounts of antibiotics required for the day can be set up, given identity numbers, documents and labels making sure that each tray is correct. Enter and prepare clean rooms, making sure that all required tests are carried out on a daily basis, and report any problems to Chief / Senior Technician, Aseptic Services. Assist in the provision of a high quality aseptic pharmaceutical dispensing service to all users of the service including the complex compounding of aseptic products including parenteral nutrition (PN), cytotoxic chemotherapy, special delivery systems, clinical trials medicines, intrathecal injections, Centralised Intravenous Additive service (CIVAs) items, and any other special aseptically manipulated products that may be required. Ensure that all volumes and additives are correct. Assist in monitoring and rotation of stock within the Aseptic Dispensing Unit (ADU), with particular reference to expiry date checks, availability etc. Check and order stock of sundries and record batch numbers on delivery. Comply with Quality Control (QC) monitoring, preparing plates/swabs for clean rooms, labelling and filling in documentation, and ensuring samples of products are sent for sterility testing to QC as per the schedule. Ensure that sufficient stocks of clean room protective clothing are available at all times. Clean down isolators once all the work has been carried out, following the clean down procedures. Label aseptically prepared products, then heat seal and prepare products for final check by a pharmacist. Ensure that ingredients and consumables are assembled, disinfected and transferred into and through the ADU appropriately, which involves frequent exposure to strong smells such as generated by alcohol 70% sprays. Monitor and record fridge temperatures throughout the ADU using the Everyware logger system. Receive and check drug deliveries ensuring their safe storage i.e. cytotoxic drugs / fridge items. Co-operate in the provision of necessary staffing within the ADU. Assist in the completion and filing of department documents. Use keyboard skills necessary for accurate labelling and data entry or storage of data on computer systems, e.g. charging of drug issues on CMM Pharmacy Computer System. Co-operate with senior pharmacy managers in the overall provision of an efficient and cost-effective pharmacy service. Assist in carrying out annual internal audit. Assist other members of the department in performing their duties. Participate in the provision of clinical trial data. Participate as necessary in on-call, weekend, evening and Bank Holiday rotas in response to the changing needs of the service. Provide cover in the dispensary as necessary, e.g. working on reception, booking in, answering telephone, taking in prescriptions, returning stock to shelves and bagging up for porters. Provide cover in Pharmacy Stores as necessary, e.g. picking stock. Comply with the legal and other requirements related to the purchase, supply, use, safe custody and destruction of drugs both within the pharmacy and in all other areas of the Trust. Maintain current knowledge and keep abreast of relevant developments. Assist in the development of new processes and working arrangements as necessary. Utilise a high degree of concentration, physical skill and accuracy, with a narrow margin for error, required when carrying out manipulations. Work independently using judgmental skills and consulting a pharmacy technician or a pharmacist when required. Assist with the induction of rotational staff to the ADU, making them aware of correct SOPs and assisting in training. In accordance with the requirements of the Research Governance Framework, comply with all reporting requirements, systems and duties of action put in place by the Trust to deliver research governance.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• Demonstrates 'We are Kind'
• Demonstrates 'We are Open'
• Demonstrates 'We are Inclusive'

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed and passed a full NVQ level 2 Pharmacy Services qualification

Desirable

• Undertaken primary level training for aseptic personnel (Principles of Aseptic Preparation and Good Manufacturing Practice)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Awareness of the range of duties involved in the post
• Knowledge of 'GMP' requirements in aseptic services
• Significant previous experience in Hospital Pharmacy
• Experience of working with computer systems

Desirable

• Experience in Aseptic Services
• Knowledge of stock control systems and rotation experience

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Demonstrates ability to manage own workload in order to meet service requirements
• Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team

Other

Essential

• Ability to participate in the departmental rota for late, weekend and Bank Holiday working

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

Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Whiston Hospital

Warrington Road

Prescot

L35 5DR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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