Job summary

This is a replacement fixed term 12 month post in the Urology Department at Leighton Hospital.

It is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join a well-established team and to contribute to the excellent reputation of the service. It is expected that the successful applicant will have experience in the urology specialty as they will be expected to undertake outpatient clinics, flexible cystoscopy sessions, and theatre sessions for basic procedures independently or with some supervision initially. This post is a full-time post and will include an on-call commitment for the Urology Service. The Specialty Doctor will be expected to work flexibly to ensure smooth running of the Department and emergency service.

Applicants must have full registration with the GMC including a License to Practice.

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

Main duties of the job

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To undertake ward rounds
• To operate under both general and local anaesthetic
• To undertake outpatient clinics seeing both old and new patients
• To participate in the teaching of junior doctors, medical students and members of the nursing profession
• In addition, he/she will be expected to take responsibility for, initiate and take an active part in the research projects relating to the working of the Urology Department
• To undertake audit and CME
• To participate in the Urology emergency on call rota
• To undertake administration work of the Department and be expected to dictate summary records on patients
• So far as is consistent with the proper discharge of the above duties the post holder undertakes to deputise from time to time for absent colleagues
• The post holder undertakes exceptionally to perform additional duties in the case of emergencies and unforeseen circumstances
• The post holder undertakes exceptionally to be available for such irregular commitments outside normally rostered duties as are essential for continuity of patient care

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals provides comprehensive hospital and community services for Cheshire and Chester. Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on ourHealthier Futures website.

With a new hospital on the horizon and ongoing digital developments, we are transforming how care is delivered across our 24/7 services. This requires colleagues to be flexible, adaptable and open to evolving roles and ways of working. In return, we are committed to supporting flexible working wherever possible, recognising the importance of wellbeing and individual needs. We also remain dedicated to supporting our staff to develop and thrive.

Guided by our values of putting people first, striving for more, respecting everyone and working together, we look ahead to a bright future and welcome applicants who want to make a difference and help shape what lies ahead.

Details

Date posted

09 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Specialty Doctor

Salary

£63,696 to £102,689 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

412-S&C-8242638

Job locations

Leighton Hospital

Crewe

CW1 4QJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description for full details of the main responsibilities and any further information.

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description for full details of the main responsibilities and any further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practise
• MRCPCH

Experience

Essential

• At least to CMT level with evidence of appropriate practical procedures
• Six months ST3+ NHS experience
• Up to date NLS and APLS/EPLS
• Hold certificate of completion of specialist training/ hold or ready to apply to GMC for addition to specialist register in paediatrics

Ability

Essential

• Communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Good presentation skills
• Demonstrates leadership skills
• Demonstrates team building skills
• Evidence of clinical presentation
• Ability to communicate effectively in English

Desirable

• Project management experience
• Change management experience

Audit and Research

Essential

• Understands the need for and appreciates the role of audit in clinical practice

Desirable

• Participation in audit and research

Teaching and Education

Essential

• Must be willing to act as a role model.
• A listening, learning and leading approach.
• A commitment to work together to create the best outcomes
• Evidence of recent professional development

Other

Essential

• Occupational Health cleared to perform the duties of the role.
• Ability to perform a wide range of duties according to the Job Description.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full GMC Registration with a Licence to Practise MRCPCH Experience Essential At least to CMT level with evidence of appropriate practical procedures Six months ST3+ NHS experience Up to date NLS and APLS/EPLS Hold certificate of completion of specialist training/ hold or ready to apply to GMC for addition to specialist register in paediatrics Ability Essential Communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills Good presentation skills Demonstrates leadership skills Demonstrates team building skills Evidence of clinical presentation Ability to communicate effectively in English Desirable Project management experience Change management experience Audit and Research Essential Understands the need for and appreciates the role of audit in clinical practice Desirable Participation in audit and research Teaching and Education Essential Must be willing to act as a role model. A listening, learning and leading approach. A commitment to work together to create the best outcomes Evidence of recent professional development Other Essential Occupational Health cleared to perform the duties of the role. Ability to perform a wide range of duties according to the Job Description.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leighton Hospital

Crewe

CW1 4QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leighton Hospital

Crewe

CW1 4QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Are you a motivated,GPHC-registered Pharmacy Technician with an Accuracy Checking qualification looking to make a real difference to patient care?We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Pharmacy Technician to join our Pharmacy Homecare Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking pharmacy service. You will support the delivery and development of our Homecare Medicines and Outpatient Parenteral Antimicrobial Therapy (OPAT) services, helping to ensure the safe, accurate and timelysupplyofmedicinestopatientsthroughhomecareproviders.Thehomecareservicecurrentlysupportsmorethan2,000patientsacrossCheshireandcontinuestoexpand,providingopportunitiestodevelop specialistknowledgeinagrowingareaofpharmacypractice.

This role offers the opportunity to work in a specialist and expanding area of pharmacy, developing expertise in homecare medicines and OPAT services while enhancing your analytical andproblem-solvingskillsthroughtheinvestigationandresolutionofincidents,queriesandserviceissues.Youwillworkalongsideasupportivemultidisciplinary teamwithaccesstoongoingtraining,professionaldevelopmentand careerprogressionopportunities.

Ifyouarepassionateaboutdeliveringsafe,effectiveandpatient-centredcarebeyondthehospitalsetting,wewouldlovetohearfromyou.

Main duties of the job

As a key member of the Pharmacy Homecare Team, you will support the delivery and ongoing development of the Trust's Homecare Medicines and OPAT services.

This includes coordinating homecare prescriptions, patient registrations, renewals, orders, and records, while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, policies, and professional standards.

You will act as a point of contact for patients, homecare providers, clinical teams and other stakeholders, responding to enquiries and helping to resolve service, delivery, and medication related issues. You will contribute to the monitoring of homecare provider performance, investigate incidents and complaints, and support service improvement initiatives.

The role also includes ordering, dispensing and accuracy checking medicines, supporting medicines reconciliation activities, and counselling patients. You will maintain accurate records, contribute to audit and governance activities, and support service improvement initiatives.

The role also includes ordering, dispensing and accuracy checking medicines, supporting medicines reconciliation activities, and counselling patients. You will maintain accurate records, contribute to audit and governance activities, and support the introduction of new therapies and homecare pathways.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.

Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

412-DCSS-8203097

Job locations

Leighton Hospital

Middlewich Road

Crewe

CW14QJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working closely with pharmacists and multidisciplinary teams, you will help deliver high quality, patient centred pharmacy services while supporting the training and development of colleagues and maintaining high professional standards.

We are committed to an inclusive pharmacy workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, creating a compassionate and respectful environment where all staff feel valued and supported.

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

Job description Job responsibilities Working closely with pharmacists and multidisciplinary teams, you will help deliver high quality, patient centred pharmacy services while supporting the training and development of colleagues and maintaining high professional standards. We are committed to an inclusive pharmacy workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, creating a compassionate and respectful environment where all staff feel valued and supported. To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities, please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Accuracy Checking qualification Level 3

Desirable

• Level 4 qualification in medicines management or equivalent, or working towards

Experience

Essential

• Experience of medicines management/optimisation
• Minimum 1 years experience as a qualified pharmacy technician
• Ability to cope with large unpredictable workloads in a timely, efficient and reliable manner

Desirable

• Experience of hospital pharmacy, homecare and OPAT
• Experience of financial processes
• Clinical ward based pharmacy experience
• Experience of complaints and incident processes

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Good level of experience of IT software, in particular good Excel spreadsheet skills and Pharmacy IT system

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council Accuracy Checking qualification Level 3 Desirable Level 4 qualification in medicines management or equivalent, or working towards Experience Essential Experience of medicines management/optimisation Minimum 1 years experience as a qualified pharmacy technician Ability to cope with large unpredictable workloads in a timely, efficient and reliable manner Desirable Experience of hospital pharmacy, homecare and OPAT Experience of financial processes Clinical ward based pharmacy experience Experience of complaints and incident processes Skills Essential Good communication skills Attention to detail Good level of experience of IT software, in particular good Excel spreadsheet skills and Pharmacy IT system

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leighton Hospital

Middlewich Road

Crewe

CW14QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leighton Hospital

Middlewich Road

Crewe

CW14QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

ENT Receptionist - 22.5hrs per week to be worked across 3 days - Monday to Friday .

The ENT Department are looking for a conscientious and hard working Receptionist to join our busy and friendly Reception team.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to provide a comprehensive Receptionist service in our busy ENT Outpatient Department.

The post holder will also be expected to provide relief cover for members of the team during times of annual leave and sickness, as and when necessary, organising your own workload in order to maintain an efficient and professional service.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job summary

The post holder will provide a comprehensive, quality, confidential administration service to the Divisions and their team in support of the Support Manager/Service Manager. A key requirement of the post is to proactively manage clinic bookings and appointments, including making recommendations and implementing any authorised changes to clinic templates to ensure best use of capacity and compliance with national targets. The Clinic/Data Coordinator will be expected to organise their workload and co-ordinate their activities in conjunction with, and supervised by, the Support Manager to ensure that an efficient service is provided. It is essential that the post holder is able to exercise initiative suitable to the role, and is fully supportive to other colleagues in the administrative team.

Previous experience within a similar role within the Trust and knowledge of Outpatient processes would be particularly advantageous, although full in-depth training will be provided as part of our local induction programme.

Main duties of the job

• Referral management - use of PCS & the NHS e-Referral system
• Scheduling of outpatient appointments
• Management of waiting lists
• Monitoring the Telephone Reminder Service (TRS)
• Managing Referral to Treatment (RTT) patient pathways in line with Trust targets
• Monitor New and Follow up appointments
• Monitoring Nurse/Inpatient referrals
• Amending clinic templates
• Reviewing clinic slot utilisation
• Amending clinical activity in line with Rota
• Handling internal/external appointment enquiries

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.

Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Job summary

Domestic Assistant, Leighton Hospital

Various shifts and hours available - including weekends

Days - 1 Full Time Position and various Part Time Positions

Evenings - 2 Full Time Positions and 2 Part Time Positions

Shifts are over 7 days a week, and include alternate weekends, on a rota.

Domestics services staff work across all areas of the NHS, making sure that all areas are clean and safe places where staff can care for patients while reducing the risk of infection.

Domestic services assistants need to:

• be physically fit
• follow instructions and procedures
• pay attention to detail
• work as part of a team
• take responsibility for their own work
• be able to work unsupervised

They also need

• organisation skills
• teamwork skills

Please put on your supporting information which shift, evenings or days, and how many hours you would prefer.

Main duties of the job

Domestic/cleaning work in a hospital is very different to other domestic/cleaning jobs.

You may be cleaning wards, theatres, COVID areas and so on. You will have to wear PPE (which will be provided).

Hospital Domestic assistants have a lot of contact with patients, and their family/visitors, so customer service is a large focus. We would expect you to use your people skills to help make patients' hospital visits more pleasant.

No qualifications are needed to be a domestic assistant, but you need to be aware of hygiene issues, be discrete, be able to respect patients' rights to privacy and dignity, have a pleasant manner and work quickly and meticulously.

We'll need you to be hard working, reliable, flexible, and a good team player. It's even better if you have worked as a domestic or cleaner before.

This could be the role for you and we want to hear from you!

If you have applied for this role in the last 3 months, there is no need to reapply

For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact the Domestic Supervisors on 01270 613399.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.

The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its Be Safe Be EquiPPEd campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job summary

Physiotherapist:Band 6.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist to join our Band 6 rotations here at Leighton Hospital.The rotations are 6 monthly and consist of Cardio-respiratory, Orthopaedics, A&E and Stroke/ Rehabilitation.

We look forward to welcoming you into the team and will offer you support and training opportunities. We encourage service development and audit participation, and will support you to develop as a clinician. We also offer improvement coaching to support with service development projects when commenced.

Main duties of the job

• As a clinical specialist, the post holder would provide a high standard comprehensive physiotherapy assessment and treatment service of patients with a wide range of conditions working as an autonomous clinician, using accurate analytical skills and clinical reasoning to interpret assessment findings, making diagnosis where appropriate, identifying patient problems, setting goals, and providing an appropriate treatment plan and progression.
• To be an active member of a 7 day working service.
• Upon completion and maintenance of on-call competencies, to work unsupervised in an on-call and out of hour's emergency service.
• To work autonomously to manage a defined complex patient caseload whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• To provide specialist clinical services to patient while rotating across the core specialty wards within Leighton hospital.
• Contributing to teams when on rotation through the service, gaining and maintaining relevant competencies required to practice in different teams.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.

The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job summary

Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist

Band 6 - Frailty- 30 HOURS

We have an excellent opportunity for a motivated and highly enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our Inpatient team.

You will be working as a Specialist Band 6. You will support a Band Occupational Therapist and Band 3/4 Therapy Assistants. You will work alongside the MDT to support timely discharges for patients on the surgical wards. Part of the role will be supporting the Band 7 in service development initiatives and assisting the Team Manager, ensuring junior staff are supported in their roles. We offer regular supervision and actively encourage progression onto clinical leadership programmes to develop and enhance skills in this area.

Main duties of the job

To work autonomously to manage a defined patient caseload whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

o To utilise advanced communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively, taking into consideration the needs of carers.

o To gain consent for treatment and motivate patients to comply with treatment programmes, overcoming barriers such as dementia, cognitive impairment, hearing, visual or speech impairment.

o To undertake clinical assessment, taking into account all relevant information and clinical reasoning to formulate evidence based individualised treatment plans in agreement with the patient.

o To monitor progress and review treatment plans and interventions to facilitate the achievement of goals.

o To provide appropriate oral and written information for patients and carers where relevant.

o To maintain accurate documentation in line with professional standards, and local policies and procedures.

o To record and submit clinical activity data as required by the Trust in an accurate and timely manner.

o To ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients from the caseload, liaising with other agencies as required.

o To be responsible for safe and competent use of equipment including the provision of support, education and training to other staff, patients and carers as required.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE. The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job summary

Staffing Bank Coordinator

Temporary Staffing Team Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Office/Hybrid Working Available

Are you a highly organised individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same? If so, we would love to hear from you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our friendly and supportive Temporary Staffing Team as a Staffing Bank Coordinator. This is a varied and rewarding role that plays a vital part in ensuring safe staffing levels across the Trust by supporting our bank workforce and working closely with departments to meet their staffing requirements.

Main duties of the job

About the Role

As a Staffing Bank Coordinator, you will be responsible for coordinating and supporting the Trust's temporary workforce, ensuring a professional and efficient service is provided to staff and managers alike.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating the onboarding process for new Bank staff.
• Managing agency and bank bookings to meet service demands.
• Liaising with clinical and non-clinical departments regarding staffing requirements.
• Supporting audit processes and complaint monitoring activities.
• Collecting, maintaining and reporting workforce data.
• Producing regular reports and management information.
• Providing excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively within the Temporary Staffing Team to deliver a responsive and efficient service.

The successful candidate will have:

• Experience of working in a customer service or administrative environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Experience handling enquiries, concerns or complaints in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy when managing data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Teams and Excel.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience within temporary staffing, recruitment, workforce planning or an NHS setting would be advantageous but is not essential.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.

Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.

Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.

As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Job summary

JOB PURPOSE

The post holder will provide a comprehensive, quality, and confidential secretarial/administrative service to the Consultant team/clinical professional team in the absence of the PA.

The Assistant PA will be expected to organise their workload and co-ordinate their activities in conjunction with, and supervised by, the PA/ Urology Service Managers to ensure that an efficient service is provided.

The post holder will be capable of the full administrative function within the team, and be able to step-in to fill gaps, to ensure continuity of services. It is essential that the post holder is able to exercise initiative suitable to the role and is fully supportive to other colleagues in the administrative team.

Main duties of the job

1. Provide a comprehensive secretarial/administrative service, organising and making arrangements, typing and distribution of documents and reports, recording information and filing, ensuring that all information and documentation is produced to expected standards of performance, and according to agreed timescales,

2. Assist with managing diary commitments by liaising with others, internally and externally, ensuring that all the required preparation is accurate and available, and that all Consultants/clinical professional teams/others are briefed on any difficulties, problems or issues,

3. Maintain constructive relationships with others, within and across Divisions and externally to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of services to patients,

4. Be fully conversant with all required electronic systems for correspondence, including specialist computer systems associated with the management of patients and/or health information, and being able to obtain information using the Internet,

5. Provide information to patients/relatives and carers where appropriate, including agreed information on waiting lists, tests, and referrals, according to agreed guidelines, and in the absence of the PA,

6. Assist with the production of documentation, handbooks, and any relevant information packs, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and completeness of information.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of local hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester boroughs (population 357K).

The Trust provides high quality planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care as well as child health, maternity services, and intermediate care across our sites at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.

The Trust provides 500 beds and employs over 5,100 members of staff.

An extensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools by our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance.

We have played, and continue to play, a proactive role in the development of Integrated Care plans across Cheshire & Merseyside and our local Cheshire East and Cheshire West Place-based systems. We believe, and it is the cornerstone of our five-year Trust Strategy, there is the opportunity to progress innovative, responsive and effective care in the best setting for the patient, be it in the hospital or out in the community.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the General Surgery Administration Team, which incorporates, Colorectal, Upper GI Vascular and Breast on a 12 month fixed-term opportunity.

We are looking for someone with fast, accurate typing skills and the ability to provide administration support to a busy team who provide a secretarial/administration Consultants and their teams.

You will be motivated, have excellent communication skills and be able to work on your own initiative. Knowledge of medical terminology and audio typing would be an advantage.

The post-holders will work as part of a team in a shared office environment.

Main duties of the job

1. To assist the PA/ APA in providing a comprehensive secretarial service, organising and making arrangements, typing and distribution of documents and reports, recording information and filing, ensuring that all information and documentation is produced to expected standards of performance, and according to agreed timescales.
2. Provide a comprehensive clerical service to the Divisions, undertaking all relevant work-related tasks including retrieval, preparation and filing of patient information/data, arranging transport, booking appointments, correspondence, photocopying, faxing and emailing, distributing reports and letters according to the requirements of the service, where appropriate.
3. Maintain systems and process to ensure that patient information/data is available at the right time, that they are in the right place, and that they are complete and accurate according to the agreed quality standard.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job summary

We are looking to recruit a staff nurse to join our small team of SACT nurses who deliver systemic anti-cancer therapies on site in the Macmillan Cancer Unit at Leighton Hospital.

You must be flexible to meet the needs of our service and be able to work flexibly between the hours of 8am and 8pm. The Unit is currently open Monday to Friday though some weekend working is anticipated in the future as our service expands to deliver more SACT closer to home. This is a role where you can learn and develop new skills whilst working within a supportive environment.

We deliver SACT to patients who are undergoing treatment for haematological cancers and solid tumours and work with a number of visiting Oncologists from tertiary centres such as The Christie and the University Hospitals of North Midlands. We receive excellent feedback from our patients about the level of care we provide.

This post is 14 hours and 45 minutes per week

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant must have good communication skills and work well as part of a small team. Previous experience of working with cancer patients or within a cancer setting is essential.

You must have experience of current chemotherapy administration and you must have completed the degree level module for Chemotherapy administration or SACT passport. Your application will not be considered if you can not demonstrate this.You must have experience in cannulation, accessing CVAD's, phlebotomy and have the confidence to administer chemotherapy under nurse-led protocols.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its Be Safe Be EquiPPEd campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job summary

We're inviting bright, keen people looking for an interesting job and a new challenge to join us as an Assistant Pharmacy Technical Officer in our Pharmacy team.

In this role, you'll work in a hospital Pharmacy, under the supervision of registered Pharmacists and Technicians, mainly within the dispensary and stores areas, helping the team to keep track of our stock and support the dispensing of medicines to hospital inpatients and outpatients.

If you thrive in a role that offers variety, we definitely want to hear from you! Ideal candidates will be patient-focused, eager to learn, hardworking, and capable of handling pressure during busy periods.

Wearecommittedtoaninclusivepharmacyworkforcethatreflectsthediversecommunitiesweserve,creatingacompassionateandrespectfulenvironmentwhereall staff feel valued and supported.

Your principal place of employment is Leighton Hospital, whilst your secondary place of employment with be Victoria Infirmary, Northwich (VIN) However, this may be changed from time to time at the Trust's discretion to any location where the Trust provides services, or may in the future provide services, subject to operational requirements.

Main duties of the job

As an Assistant Technical Officer, your responsibilities are as follows:

Pharmacy Stores Responsibilities:

• Topping up stock medicines for use in wards and clinical areas across the Trust using a predefined stock list.
• Receiving medicines into the Trust, ensuring accurate documentation and organisation, and appropriate storage and handling.
• Handling the recycling process for medicines no longer required by patients or ward areas.
• Following guidance and instructions carefully whilst working in a fast-paced environment.
• Working across both Leighton Hospital and Victoria Infirmary Northwich sites is required. Travel between the sites is required using own transport or public transport, with travel expenses reimbursed in line with the Trust Expenses Policy.

Dispensary Responsibilities:

• Dispensing medicines for both inpatients and outpatients against prescriptions.
• Preparing medicines for discharge.
• Ensuring you are careful and follow guidance and instructions carefully throughout.

In both settings, your role is vital. Your attention to detail, commitment to accuracy, and dedication to patient wellbeing will contribute significantly to the high standards of service we uphold in the Pharmacy Department. This position offers a well-rounded experience, allowing you to make a meaningful impact on the entire medication management process.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.

Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on ourHealthier Futures website.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arrived to join the domestic team at Victoria Infirmary, Northwich incorporating the new Cheshire & Merseyside Surgical Centre.

Being a Hospital Domestic can be a very demanding, fast paced role. You will be expected to clean all high clinical areas within our new Surgical Centre which will include the two theatres, consultation rooms, clinical and non clinical - within the Main Hospital site to an extremely high standard. You may occasionally be asked to assist with domestic duties within other areas of the hospital with full training provided. You will need to have pride in your work and an attention to detail.

This 25 hour position is Monday to Friday only working from 4pm to 9pm.

If you enjoy cleaning, enjoy working in a small team, have a keen eye to spot things and would like to work in the NHS, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To provide a professional cleaning service in public, patient and staff areas in compliance with NHS guidance for standards of cleanliness and in association with departmental/managers, housekeepers and supervisors, to ensure the delivery of a quality, patient focused service.You will need to be hard working, reliable and a great team player.

You may need to be flexible as may occasionally be asked to travel at short notice between other sites belonging to the Trust to assist with the changing demands of the service.

If you think this could be the role for you, we would like to hear from you. Previous experience would be helpful, however, full training and uniform will be provided.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job summary

Our Staffing Bank is seeking Nurses to compliment our existing and expanding RN Talent Pool. If you would like to apply, we offer a variety of shifts to work around your commitments and ultimately enhance your work life balance.

We are currently offering weekly or monthly pay, free uniform, priority shift bookings for RN, NHS discounts, 6 weeks of available shifts, Loop booking systems and the opportunity of a warm welcome at Leighton Hospital.

Main duties of the job

It is essential that the successful candidate can be professional, diplomatic and caring as you will be challenged with the varied demands of the Trust, which at times can be unpredictable. You must have the ability to prioritise your working day under pressure, whilst ensuring the values and behaviours of the Trust are upheld. We encourage and welcome applicants to carry out an informal visit and we are happy to answer any questions you may have.

If you are considering this role, please do call us and the discuss the potential opportunities with our Staffing Bank Team.

We hope to hear from you soon.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its Be Safe Be EquiPPEd campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

Job summary

An exciting post is now available for a Band 4 Therapy Assistant at Elmhurst- Discharge to Assess unit based in Winsford to work in a multidisciplinary bed based unit and support therapists in delivering high quality therapy interventions to patients.

Elmhurst is a 30 bedded unit providing round the clock nursing support to adult patients who are in transition from hospital to community.

This role offers the opportunity to enhance skills within a Discharge to Assess setting, linking in with the wider support network and being part of a integrated support system. You will work within Elmhurst to support patients rehabilitation and therapy needs.

It is expected that the location of this post will be within Elmhurst but with an assumption of supporting our colleagues across the CCICP footprint when needed.

The successful candidate will have Assistant Practitioner qualification (ST0215 Healthcare Assistant Practitioner Level 5)or equivalent.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and flexible Band 4 Therapy Assistant to join our friendly, supportive, dynamic team in Elmhurst.

There will be associated administrative duties and you will need to be computer literate with a good knowledge of Microsoft packages and have accurate keyboard skills.Our team utilises digital technology to support remote working and accommodate a flexible working approach where possible and is supported to do this with access to a laptop and mobile phone.

You are required to be a car driver and have access to your own vehicle.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.

We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.

The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.

At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.

We offer

Full induction on commencement of the role. Supervision from senior physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist. Setting individual objectives through appraisals and competencies will be provided. All generic therapy assistants benefit from regular supervision sessions which are fortnightly to start. Given equal opportunities to undertake a variety of Continuing Professional development (CPD) and Band 4 competencies to develop and support you in your role.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has become available within Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP) to join our innovative and friendly team of Physiotherapists as a Band 4 Physiotherapy Assistant. There is a part time MSK post available (34.75hrs a week) and is based at Leighton Hospital outpatients and various community base settings within CCICP.

Your application should detail your experience to date and give clear reasons for applying for this post. An Assistant Practitioner (AP) qualification is essential for this role.

Our mentorship programme offers regular supervision, setting objectives, promoting self-analysis and development. Your development will be supported.

You will benefit from regular CPD with access to advice and support from our Physiotherapists, receiving Peer Review sessions, and participating in in-service training.

If you are a motivated individual who likes to work within a supportive Physiotherapy framework, developing independent working and wishes to gain experience in the wider health community we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

You will provide clinical assessment and treatment of patients referred with musculoskeletal conditions e.g. post-operative patients referred via orthopaedics.

You will independently manage your own daily caseload as part of the physiotherapy team.

About us

MCHFT provides a full range of local hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester boroughs (population 357K). The Trust provides high quality planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care as well as child health, maternity services, and intermediate care across our sites at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.

The Trust provides 500 beds and employs over 5,000 members of staff. An extensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools by our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance.

With the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022 the Trust became a strategic partner in both Cheshire East and Cheshire West and Chester 'places' and is part of the Cheshire and Merseyside partnership caring for a population of over 2.7million.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE. At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Job summary

Can you work flexibly to offer women a high standard of care?

We are looking to recruit a Community Support Worker who is passionate about caring for women and families and is innovative to support the constant evolution of our service to better the experience for women and families. We are a friendly and approachable team who want to hear from you if you feel you would contribute to the service we provide.

Main duties of the job

The role is based within the wider Community Midwifery team, working closely with the Community Midwives. As a Community Support Worker you would help to promote and support women to initiate and maintain breastfeeding for longer. Amongst the wider divisional team, you with ensure the ongoing UNICEF Baby Friendly accreditation and strive for ongoing improvement. Carry out clinics for new born blood spot screening and provide administrative support to the team and the community/continuity managers.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of local hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester boroughs (population 357K).

The Trust provides high quality planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care as well as child health, maternity services, and intermediate care across our sites at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford. The Trust provides 500 beds and employs over 5,000 members of staff.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.