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Health Care Assistant - ITU/HDU/POCCU
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has occurred to recruit Band 3 Healthcare Assistants for Critical care.
7 day(s) ago
Health Care Assistant - ITU/HDU/POCCU
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has occurred to recruit Band 3 Healthcare Assistants for Critical care.
7 day(s) ago
Admissions / Discharge Co-ordinator
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Radiographer
Job summary TCI/DISCHARGE CO ORDINATOR (Band 4) Gynaecology Department,St Helens & Whiston Hospitals - Gynaecology Ward Our '5 Star Patient Care' strategy is a…
7 day(s) ago
Admissions / Discharge Co-ordinator
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Radiographer
Job summary TCI/DISCHARGE CO ORDINATOR (Band 4) Gynaecology Department,St Helens & Whiston Hospitals - Gynaecology Ward Our '5 Star Patient Care' strategy is a…
7 day(s) ago
Ward Clerk
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Provide an effective face to face/telephone ward clerk service using verbal and written communication to liaise with patients, relatives, staff, wa…
7 day(s) ago
Ward Clerk
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Provide an effective face to face/telephone ward clerk service using verbal and written communication to liaise with patients, relatives, staff, wa…
7 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary This is an opportunity to work for an internationally renowned Centre of Excellence for Parkinson's Care, multi-disciplinary team.
7 day(s) ago
Senior Occupational Therapist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary This is an opportunity to work for an internationally renowned Centre of Excellence for Parkinson's Care, multi-disciplinary team.
7 day(s) ago
Modern Housekeeper
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Housekeeper to join our dedicated gynaecology & surgical ward team.
7 day(s) ago
Modern Housekeeper
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary We're looking for a motivated and compassionate Housekeeper to join our dedicated gynaecology & surgical ward team.
7 day(s) ago
ESR Advisor
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 33,262 - 36,027 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Fixed Term/Secondment Ending 31.03.2027 The ESR Workforce Advisor plays a key role in supporting the delivery of accurate workforce information and…
7 day(s) ago
ESR Advisor
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 33,262 - 36,027 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Fixed Term/Secondment Ending 31.03.2027 The ESR Workforce Advisor plays a key role in supporting the delivery of accurate workforce information and…
7 day(s) ago
Theatre Support Worker - FTC
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Full Time - Fixed Term to Cover Maternity Leave The post holder is responsible to undertake their role in accordance with all procedures, protocols…
10 day(s) ago
Theatre Support Worker - FTC
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Full Time - Fixed Term to Cover Maternity Leave The post holder is responsible to undertake their role in accordance with all procedures, protocols…
10 day(s) ago
Staff Nurse - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Full Time and Part Post Available across both Ward 4A, 4B and 4C Ward 4A - 37.
10 day(s) ago
Staff Nurse - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Full Time and Part Post Available across both Ward 4A, 4B and 4C Ward 4A - 37.
10 day(s) ago
Ophthalmology Admin Assistant
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary The post holder is required to provide a clerical service within the Treatment Centre, ensuring that the professional and caring image of the Trust…
10 day(s) ago
Ophthalmology Admin Assistant
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary The post holder is required to provide a clerical service within the Treatment Centre, ensuring that the professional and caring image of the Trust…
10 day(s) ago
Bed Manager
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bed Manager to join our Team.
10 day(s) ago
Bed Manager
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bed Manager to join our Team.
10 day(s) ago
CT Clinical Specialist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 CT Specialist Radiographer for CT at UHDB.
10 day(s) ago
CT Clinical Specialist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 CT Specialist Radiographer for CT at UHDB.
10 day(s) ago
Senior Paediatric Audiologist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you a compassionate, open, and excellent audiologist looking to make a significant impact in paediatric audiology?
10 day(s) ago
Senior Paediatric Audiologist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Are you a compassionate, open, and excellent audiologist looking to make a significant impact in paediatric audiology?
10 day(s) ago
PALS Officer
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join the Trust within the Quality and Risk team as a PALS officer.
10 day(s) ago
PALS Officer
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join the Trust within the Quality and Risk team as a PALS officer.
10 day(s) ago
Recruitment Specialist
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Come and work with a team who deliver a responsive, efficient and effective recruitment service to all directorates within the Trust.
11 day(s) ago
Recruitment Specialist
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Come and work with a team who deliver a responsive, efficient and effective recruitment service to all directorates within the Trust.
11 day(s) ago
Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Apprentice) UEC
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 6 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners (apprentices) to join the ACP Team within the Division o…
11 day(s) ago
Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Apprentice) UEC
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 6 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners (apprentices) to join the ACP Team within the Division o…
11 day(s) ago
Community Staff Nurse Rapid Response
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Are you an Registered Nurse who is looking to make a difference in a new team or seeking a new challenge to help support patients in the community?
11 day(s) ago
Community Staff Nurse Rapid Response
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Are you an Registered Nurse who is looking to make a difference in a new team or seeking a new challenge to help support patients in the community?
11 day(s) ago
Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Ward 4C - Full Time Permanent Ward 4C - Full Time 12 Month Fixed Term Ward 4B - Full Time 12 Month Fixed Term An exciting opportunity has arisen to…
12 day(s) ago
Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Ward 4C - Full Time Permanent Ward 4C - Full Time 12 Month Fixed Term Ward 4B - Full Time 12 Month Fixed Term An exciting opportunity has arisen to…
12 day(s) ago
Recovery Practitioner
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Full Time and Part Time hours available To work in the Recovery area within theatres providing and maintaining a high standard of care, ensuring th…
12 day(s) ago
Recovery Practitioner
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Full Time and Part Time hours available To work in the Recovery area within theatres providing and maintaining a high standard of care, ensuring th…
12 day(s) ago
Access Officer
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join the Information Governance Team in the role of Access Officer at Mersey and West Lancashi…
12 day(s) ago
Access Officer
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join the Information Governance Team in the role of Access Officer at Mersey and West Lancashi…
12 day(s) ago
Health Care Support Worker - Ward 1D
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting development opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join Ward 1D.
12 day(s) ago
Health Care Support Worker - Ward 1D
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting development opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join Ward 1D.
12 day(s) ago
Health Care Assistant - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Full Time and Part Post Available across both Ward 4A and 4C Ward 4A - 37.
12 day(s) ago
Health Care Assistant - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Full Time and Part Post Available across both Ward 4A and 4C Ward 4A - 37.
12 day(s) ago
Specialist Physiotherapist
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Specialist Physiotherapist Pelvic Health Therapy Team Band 6 - £39.
13 day(s) ago
Specialist Physiotherapist
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Specialist Physiotherapist Pelvic Health Therapy Team Band 6 - £39.
13 day(s) ago
Lead Radiographer Reporting or Trainee (Annex 21)
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 21 - 56,515 per year
Psychiatrist - General
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced radiographer to join our team of reporting radiographers.
13 day(s) ago
Lead Radiographer Reporting or Trainee (Annex 21)
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 21 - 56,515 per year
Psychiatrist - General
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced radiographer to join our team of reporting radiographers.
13 day(s) ago
Personal Medical Secretary
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary Personal Medical Secretary (Band 4) Clinical Support Services Division 37.
13 day(s) ago
Personal Medical Secretary
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary Personal Medical Secretary (Band 4) Clinical Support Services Division 37.
13 day(s) ago
Assistant Financial Accountant
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has become available within the Finance Department at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
13 day(s) ago
Assistant Financial Accountant
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Radiographer
Job summary An exciting opportunity has become available within the Finance Department at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
13 day(s) ago
Health Care Assistant - ITU/HDU/POCCU
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8260317
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has occurred to recruit Band 3 Healthcare Assistants for Critical care. If you have a caring and compassionate approach, and wish to join a motivated, friendly and supportive team, we are keen to hear from you.
Critical Care healthcare Assistants play a pivotal role in contributing to the assessment, care and recovery of those patients who experience critical illness. Assisting and supporting the Registered Nurse with providing high quality patient centred care.
We require staff with a genuine interest in working within Critical Care and caring for critically ill patients as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
We provide a comprehensive learning package for which you will be supported by the Critical Care educators and team to complete Critical Care competencies.
Due to current service demands, we are only able to consider applicants who have relevant UK experience. Candidates must also be available to commence employment immediately or within a very short timeframe. We regret that we cannot progress applications that do not meet these essential requirements.
Main duties of the job
To work with all members of the multi-disciplinary team to deliver the Trust's vision and values providing safe, high quality, compassionate, person-centred care.
To undertake personal care duties for patients within the care setting accessing supervision from a registered healthcare practitioner, whilst maintaining privacy, dignity and utmost confidentiality.
To accurately record observations and ensure escalation to registered nurse.
To maintain safe, accurate levels of stock vital to the effective running of Critical Care and contributing to ensuring a safe, healthy working environment.
To maintain and further develop your own skills and knowledge through development and learning activities.
Please view our webpage:www.lihnnhs.info/icuknowledge/
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.
Details
Date posted
28 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum (pro rata if part time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-8260317
Job locations
Southport Hospital
Town Lane
Southport
PR8 6PN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 28th September 2026
Closing date: 11th October 2026
Shortlisting date: 16th October 2026
Proposed Interview date: TBC
Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 28th September 2026
Closing date: 11th October 2026
Shortlisting date: 16th 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
Values
Essential
- We are kind
- We are open
- We are inclusive
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
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- We are kind
- We are open
- We are inclusive
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
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)
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)
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Admissions / Discharge Co-ordinator
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8278605
Job summary
TCI/DISCHARGE CO ORDINATOR (Band 4)
Gynaecology Department,St Helens & Whiston Hospitals - Gynaecology Ward
Our '5 Star Patient Care' strategy is at the heart of all that we do; supporting our vision to provide world class services for all our patients by getting it right for every patient, every time.
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Gynaecology ward at St Helens & Whiston Hospitals for a dynamic TCU/Discharge Co Ordinator to join the team of dedicated nursing staff in the Gynaecology Department.
Our Gynaecology services provided include;
- Rapid Access - Early Pregnancy Assessment Unit
- Rapid Access Clinics for post-menopausal bleeding / hysteroscopy
- Colposcopy
- Cancer Surgery as part of the Cheshire & Merseyside Cancer Network
- Urology
- Minor Procedures
- Major & Day Case Surgery
- Vulval Clinics
We are looking for a highly motivated professional to join our Gynaecology Team. The post holder must be enthusiastic with a passion for excellence within the delivery of patient care, and be able to work effectively as a member of the team. You must possess a caring, compassionate and positive manner, and have excellent communication skills. A flexible approach to the working environment is essential for this post.
An Enhanced DBS with the checking of Children's and Adults Barred Lists is required for this post.
Please note the job description and person specification are subject to change as per AfC review
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be closely assisted and supported by the Key Lead Professionals within the Multi-Disciplinary Team [MDT] and led by the MDT discussions, they will ensure the patient has an excellent hospital experience throughout their journey until discharge.
They will be expected to communicate effectively and professionally with patients, carers, members of the MDT and external agencies.
They will receive and provide complex and sensitive information, and due to the patient groups they are dealing with, multi stranded discussions due to patient co-morbidities. There may be barriers to communication in these discussions.
They will liaise with wards and ensure the discharge list is up to date and ready for the following morning.
They will assist in the promotion of effective communication with all ward staff and other departments in relation to their role.
The post holder will have knowledge of the health and well-being of the patients in these settings and an awareness of the service. They will be educated to NVQ Level 3 plus training and experience in a Healthcare setting, Diploma level in a Healthcare setting or have the equivalent of this knowledge gained through training and experience.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
28 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
409-8278605
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 28th September 2026
Closing date: 7th October 2026
Shortlisting date: 8th October 2026
Proposed Interview date: TBC
Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 28th September 2026
Closing date: 7th October 2026
Shortlisting date: 8th 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
Values
Essential
- We are kind
- We are open
- We are inclusive
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or equivalent level qualification e.g. foundation degree or NVQ level 3 Health & Social Care qualification
- Courses relating to diploma/NVQ 3 Health & Social Care
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant experience to diploma level/NVQ level 3
- Knowledge of multi -agency health & social care pathways
- Recent experience of working in a health or social care setting
- Evidence of the delivery of compassionate care
- Experience of audit
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written communication skills & effective record management
- Ability to manage time and priorities effectively
- Excellent IT skills
Other
Essential
- Demonstrate care and compassionate approach
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- We are kind
- We are open
- We are inclusive
Qualifications
Essential
- Diploma or equivalent level qualification e.g. foundation degree or NVQ level 3 Health & Social Care qualification
- Courses relating to diploma/NVQ 3 Health & Social Care
Knowledge
Essential
- Relevant experience to diploma level/NVQ level 3
- Knowledge of multi -agency health & social care pathways
- Recent experience of working in a health or social care setting
- Evidence of the delivery of compassionate care
- Experience of audit
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written communication skills & effective record management
- Ability to manage time and priorities effectively
- Excellent IT skills
Other
Essential
- Demonstrate care and compassionate approach
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
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)
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)
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Ward Clerk
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 320-MED-BUR-2031
Job summary
Provide an effective face to face/telephone ward clerk service using verbal and written communication to liaise with patients, relatives, staff, wards/units, divisions and external agencies/people to support the delivery of an efficient patient service.
To assist Senior Sister administration duties, Doctors and communicate with GP surgery and district nurses.
Main duties of the job
o Register patients on arrival, ensuring all demographic and episode details are recorded on the patient administration system.o Book transport for out patients appointments for ward patients where necessary.o Responsible for dealing with all queries, either via telephone or face to face promptly and efficiently to ensure that an accurate and quality information service is provided to the multi-disciplinary team, patients and their relatives.o Complete administration tasks, computer internal systems e.g Diagnostic reports ensuring continuity of service is maintained - including filing, photocopying, fault reporting, completion of the admission/discharges, GP and clinic letters, arrangement of patient follow up appointments, ensuring tests/investigations are correctly completed.o Takes responsibility to ensure on a daily basis all discharges are completed on the appropriate system in a timely fashion.o Administration support for Sister/Nurse-in-Charge/Senior Clinician may be required
Closing date of application: 5th October 2026
Interview date: 21st October 2026
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Details
Date posted
28 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
320-MED-BUR-2031
Job locations
Samuel Johnson Community Hospital
Trent Valley Road
Lichfield
WS13 6EF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of good numeracy skills
- Evidence of good literacy skills
Desirable
- ICT Qualifications
- NVQ 2 or equivalent in customer service or evidence of equivalent practical experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a clerical environment
- Previous experience working with patient Administration systems
Desirable
- Previous Hospital Admin experience in a reception setting
Skills
Essential
- Ability to handle several tasks at once with frequent interruptions
- An understanding of confidentiality and its meaning
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Evidence of good numeracy skills
- Evidence of good literacy skills
Desirable
- ICT Qualifications
- NVQ 2 or equivalent in customer service or evidence of equivalent practical experience
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience in a clerical environment
- Previous experience working with patient Administration systems
Desirable
- Previous Hospital Admin experience in a reception setting
Skills
Essential
- Ability to handle several tasks at once with frequent interruptions
- An understanding of confidentiality and its meaning
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
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Samuel Johnson Community Hospital
Trent Valley Road
Lichfield
WS13 6EF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Samuel Johnson Community Hospital
Trent Valley Road
Lichfield
WS13 6EF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Occupational Therapist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 320-CDCS-4262
Job summary
This is an opportunity to work for an internationally renowned Centre of Excellence for Parkinson's Care, multi-disciplinary team.
As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for assessment and rehabilitation treatment of patients with Parkinson's and related Atypical Parkinson's conditions. These patients will have complex physical and non-motor difficulties along with Psychological impact on their condition.
You will also be responsible for training and supervision of junior and assistant staff and students, but also be a point of contact for Specialist advice for acute and community staff.
Main duties of the job
To perform advanced assessment of patients with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions
To develop and deliver individualised treatment programmes to patients
To hold responsibility for own caseload, working without direct supervision.
To delegate work to Band 5 therapists and support staff
To supervise, educate and assess the performance of Occupational Therapy students.
To be an integral part of the multidisciplinary team, liaising and working with other Trust staff in the management of the patients' care appropriate to the service area
To participate in the training and supervision of Juniors and support staff, as well as other professionals within the acute trust and community trusts
To work and liaise with external agencies for example Integrated Community Equipment Services as required
To undertake routine administrative tasks as agreed with Senior staff
To undertake ongoing responsibility for specific tasks as delegated by Senior staff for example work experience programme
Closing date of applications: 12 October 2026
Interview date: 26 October 2026
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Details
Date posted
28 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
320-CDCS-4262
Job locations
Florence Nightingale Community Hospital
London Road
Derby
DE1 2QY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Person Specification
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Worked in an MDT
- Experience of working with Neurological conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Parkinson's multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- To hold an Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent diploma
- A broad range of postgraduate Occupational Therapy experience
- To be state registered
Desirable
- Experience of working with Parkinson's
- Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapists
- Accredited Clinical Supervisor
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Able to consider relevant information in a logical, structural manner
- Able to use a risk assessment =approach to maximise patients' function and safety
- Able to use information to make appropriate diagnosis and prognosis
Desirable
- Able to use a range of technical and statistical methods
- Able to transfer skills, knowledge and experience from one speciality to another
Person Specification
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Worked in an MDT
- Experience of working with Neurological conditions
Desirable
- Experience of working within a Parkinson's multi-disciplinary team
Knowledge
Essential
- To hold an Occupational Therapy degree or equivalent diploma
- A broad range of postgraduate Occupational Therapy experience
- To be state registered
Desirable
- Experience of working with Parkinson's
- Membership of Royal College of Occupational Therapists
- Accredited Clinical Supervisor
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Able to consider relevant information in a logical, structural manner
- Able to use a risk assessment =approach to maximise patients' function and safety
- Able to use information to make appropriate diagnosis and prognosis
Desirable
- Able to use a range of technical and statistical methods
- Able to transfer skills, knowledge and experience from one speciality to another
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Florence Nightingale Community Hospital
London Road
Derby
DE1 2QY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Florence Nightingale Community Hospital
London Road
Derby
DE1 2QY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Modern Housekeeper
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 320-SURG-BUR-1456
Job summary
We're looking for a motivated and compassionateHousekeeper to join our dedicated gynaecology & surgical ward team. In this vital role, you'll help create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
If you take pride in your work and want to make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll do
-
Maintain high standards of cleanliness across wards and clinical areas
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Support infection prevention by following NHS cleaning protocols
-
Work closely with clinical teams to ensure patient areas are safe and comfortable
-
Provide a friendly, reassuring presence for patients and families
What we're looking for
-
A positive, proactive approach
-
Strong attention to detail
-
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
-
Commitment to delivering excellent patient care
If you are considering applying for an internal secondment, pleaseensureyou have discussed this with your line manager and obtained their supportpriorto submitting your application.
Please be aware that there isno guaranteethat you will be released from your substantive post, so you should seek approvalbeforeapplying as you are applying or aSecondment.
If you have any questions or require further guidance, please contact the Recruitment Team.
Main duties of the job
Detailed job description is attached to the advert.
To work as an integral part of the clinical ward team and take responsibility for the co-ordination of all patient facilities services in the ward area, ensuring a clean, safe and comfortable environment.
To ensure quality standards are maintained on the ward
To be responsible for sufficient stock levels on the ward
To ensure patient meals are delivered on time and patients individual needs are met
Involvement in monitoring the general ward environment and ensuring it is safe and tidy at all times
To ensure quality standards are maintained on the ward
To be responsible for sufficient stock levels on the ward
To ensure patient meals are delivered on time and patients individual needs are met
Involvement in monitoring the general ward environment and ensuring it is safe and tidy at all times
Closing date: 5th October 2026
Interview date: 19th October 2026
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Details
Date posted
28 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year pro rata pa
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
320-SURG-BUR-1456
Job locations
Queens Hospital
Belvedere Road
Burton-On-Trent
DE13 0RB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Person Specification
Education & Training
Essential
- Basic Numeracy and Literacy to read a range of information
- NVQ Level 2 or willing to train towards in Housekeeping or Customer Care
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience gained in a health or social care setting
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Good communication skills with members of the public/patients/clients/service users.
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to acquire knowledge and awareness of patient dietary requirements
- Basic knowledge of COSSH, Health and Safety Policies, Infection control and Waste Disposal Policies
Person Specification
Education & Training
Essential
- Basic Numeracy and Literacy to read a range of information
- NVQ Level 2 or willing to train towards in Housekeeping or Customer Care
Desirable
- Previous relevant experience gained in a health or social care setting
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Good communication skills with members of the public/patients/clients/service users.
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to acquire knowledge and awareness of patient dietary requirements
- Basic knowledge of COSSH, Health and Safety Policies, Infection control and Waste Disposal Policies
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
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queens Hospital
Belvedere Road
Burton-On-Trent
DE13 0RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queens Hospital
Belvedere Road
Burton-On-Trent
DE13 0RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 277-8319792-CORP
Job summary
Fixed Term/Secondment Ending 31.03.2027
The ESR Workforce Advisor plays a key role in supporting the delivery of accurate workforce information and efficient people processes across Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust. Working within the Workforce Systems Team, the post holder will provide high-quality support to managers and staff, maintain workforce records, and assist with data quality activities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills, some HR systems or workforce information experience who enjoys improving processes and solving problems. While experience of ESR (Electronic Staff Record) would be advantageous, it is not essential. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about learning, has excellent digital skills, and is willing to develop expertise in workforce systems.
The successful candidate will join a team that is committed to continuous improvement and innovation. An interest in digital transformation, automation, and the use of technology to improve efficiency would be highly beneficial. The role offers opportunities to contribute to service improvements, support new ways of working and help shape how workforce systems are used across the Trust.
Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post.
Main duties of the job
To provide advice and support to managers and staff on the Trust's workforce systems, including ESR and EASY, via service desk calls, escalating complex queries as appropriate andresponding to requests in a professional, timely and customer-focused manner.
To support managers with workforce administration processes including contractual changes, leavers, work permits, professional registrations and workforce data queries.
To work closely with colleagues across HR, Payroll, Recruitment, Finance and operational services to ensure workforce information is accurate and employees are paid correctly and on time.
To contribute to regular data quality reviews, identifying inaccuracies and working with the team to resolve issues and improve data integrity.
To support and contribute to digital improvement initiatives across the Workforce Systems Team.
To identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce manual administration and improve the user experience through automation and standardisation.
To contribute ideas for continuous improvement and support the implementation of innovative digital solutions.
To develop and maintain knowledge of ESR and wider workforce systems, recognising that enthusiasm for learning and system improvement is equally important as previous ESR experience
About us
Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children's centres, schools and people's homes.We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.
Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:
- We're Kind
- We're Fair
- We Listen
- We Care
Details
Date posted
28 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£33,262 to £36,027 a year pa inc
Contract
Fixed term
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
277-8319792-CORP
Job locations
Pinewood House
Pinewood Place
Dartford
DA2 7WG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To be responsible for verifying, entering, maintaining and accessing accurate and timely information on the Trust Personnel System (ESR), ensuring it complies with Trust Policies, NHS Employers Terms & Conditions, Local agreements and Legal Regulations, working closely with the Healthroster Team, Trust Managers, Finance and especially Recruitment, Payroll and Medical Staffing to ensure that staff salaries are paid correctly and on time.
To act as the first point of contact for end users of ESR suite of systems, dealing with first line support queries, both over phone and email, and to provide a friendly, welcoming, and efficient customer service to all staff, managers and visitors or callers.
To assist ESR Manager in the provision of in-house maintenance, training and first line support for ESR modules.
To contribute to the delivery of high-quality training on ESR for the Trust, making recommendations for the development, design & adaptation of training materials.
To have a good understanding of HR Policies and Procedures and provide staff with basic advice and support through the dedicated ESR service desk.
- To work closely within the Human Resources Operations team to ensure stored information on ESR is the highest possible quality.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- To be responsible for verifying Workforce forms for newly appointed (eg. TUPE) or internally promoted employees and any other form introducing changes to Terms and Conditions of Employment for existing staff on a daily basis, saving all forms in relevant shared/personal files.
- To be responsible for entering the data from the aforementioned forms onto ESR system accurately and timely on a daily basis working closely with Recruitment team and Payroll to ensure pay cycle deadlines are met and staff are paid correctly and timely.
- To provide basic advice to managers and staff on the Trusts ESR and Expenses Systems, via the dedicated Workforce inbox, referring complex queries appropriately to the ESR Manager.
- To have a good working knowledge of the NHS terms and conditions of service, and of Trust HR Policies and procedures.
- To assist managers in the resolution of pay impacting queries in relation to ESR and Expenses.
- To be responsible for verifying and entering leavers details on ESR system on a daily basis, including checking annual leave entitlement and contractual hours (Net Hours, Hours Left), ensuring the accuracy of the information to avoid overpayments.
- To be responsible for initiating Inter Authority Transfers, via ESR to request service details for employees on ad-hoc, in order to verify service and adjust annual leave, where appropriate.
- To be responsible for issuing and sending amendment to contracts containing the appropriate changes to Terms and Conditions of Employment, including Retire and Return contracts.
- To liaise with managers, payroll, HRBPs and Recruitment with regards to any queries politely advising on the relevant issues.
- To liaise with managers advising them of expiry dates for Fixed Term Contracts, Allowances and any temporary changes raising memos/forms for managers to complete ratifying or amending original arrangements.
- To liaise with managers and HRBP Team in relation to DBS, Right to Work Permits and Visas due to expire in accordance with standard operating procedure to include Employer Checking Service requests as necessary.
- To keep up-to-date details of professional registrations and expiry/renewal dates for all staff required to hold a professional registration. To liaise with the relevant professional bodies regularly to verify registration renewal in accordance with national requirements and Trust Policies. To inform the relevant manager of any employees registration which has lapsed and to follow up advising of most appropriate action and chasing progress regularly.
- To provide advice and guidance to staff, managers and other members of the workforce team on NHS Employers terms and conditions and workforce/pay related issues as and when required, only referring complex matters to ESR Manager.
- To assist ESR manager in the provision of protection of earnings estimates and advice as and when required.
- To report any ESR faults to ESR Manager and implement recommended action as directed where possible.
- To assist the ESR Manager in the implementation of any new software releases/developments.
- To assist other members of the team in maintaining the accuracy of work structures, locations, payslip delivery points, signatory list and establishment Information on ESR system making any necessary amendments as required and notifying other users.
- To have sufficient knowledge of other systems used within the department i.e. TRAC, NHS Jobs, Healthroster, etc to obtain any information necessary to own role.
- To assist ESR Manager and analyst with distribution of reports or mail shots to the relevant Trust managers/staff.
- To provide support to the team, performing any other duties consistent with the banding of this post.
- To ensure all reference requests received are responded to promptly and accurately.
- To re-issue any lost/faded ID Badges as required.
- To ensure the widow/widower are setup in ESR to make specific payments to a beneficiary.
- Maintain working relationships with Trust Management team to ensure that the Trusts workforce information obligations are met.
- Negotiation and persuasion required when dealing when managers as their co-operation is essential.
- To respond to queries in the ESR service desk.
- To be a key point of contact for any communication related to the ESR system, providing first line system support.
- To promote ESR positively within the organisation and utilise different methods of communication, as appropriate.
- To encourage and persuade managers and staff to utilise the system effectively, sensitively dealing with any difficulties they are encountering, providing clear guidance and support.
- To be able to communicate complex information in a straightforward, sometimes simplified format, ensuring style is adapted to the audiences capabilities and knowledge.
- To share knowledge with the team in a timely way, promoting best practice and improved ways of working.
- To respond to general enquiries from individuals and requests for information from external bodies where appropriate (including Tax Office, Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Fraud) using initiative and judgement and ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and the Trust Confidentiality Policy.
- To extensively utilise IT systems on a day to day basis.
- To manage, maintain and be a super-user of ESR.
- Run reports from ESR, as required.
- To ensure paperwork is filed appropriately and in a timely way.
- To maintain confidentiality of own work, security of files and ensure all relevant policies, procedures and legislation relating to personal data are complied with.
- In the course of your employment with Oxleas NHS Trust you may handle confidential personal information concerning either patients or staff which may be held by the Trust. You must not read, discuss, disclose or pass on confidential information unless it is necessary in the pursuance of your legitimate duties.
- To have a good understanding of the key aspects of the Data Protection Act.
- Unauthorised disclosure of such information will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter. In addition, it is important that you realise that if this confidentiality is breached, this may result in civil proceedings or a criminal prosecution.
- This confidentiality must continue at all times and this agreement will continue beyond your period of employment with Oxleas.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB SUMMARY
To be responsible for verifying, entering, maintaining and accessing accurate and timely information on the Trust Personnel System (ESR), ensuring it complies with Trust Policies, NHS Employers Terms & Conditions, Local agreements and Legal Regulations, working closely with the Healthroster Team, Trust Managers, Finance and especially Recruitment, Payroll and Medical Staffing to ensure that staff salaries are paid correctly and on time.
To act as the first point of contact for end users of ESR suite of systems, dealing with first line support queries, both over phone and email, and to provide a friendly, welcoming, and efficient customer service to all staff, managers and visitors or callers.
To assist ESR Manager in the provision of in-house maintenance, training and first line support for ESR modules.
To contribute to the delivery of high-quality training on ESR for the Trust, making recommendations for the development, design & adaptation of training materials.
To have a good understanding of HR Policies and Procedures and provide staff with basic advice and support through the dedicated ESR service desk.
- To work closely within the Human Resources Operations team to ensure stored information on ESR is the highest possible quality.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- To be responsible for verifying Workforce forms for newly appointed (eg. TUPE) or internally promoted employees and any other form introducing changes to Terms and Conditions of Employment for existing staff on a daily basis, saving all forms in relevant shared/personal files.
- To be responsible for entering the data from the aforementioned forms onto ESR system accurately and timely on a daily basis working closely with Recruitment team and Payroll to ensure pay cycle deadlines are met and staff are paid correctly and timely.
- To provide basic advice to managers and staff on the Trusts ESR and Expenses Systems, via the dedicated Workforce inbox, referring complex queries appropriately to the ESR Manager.
- To have a good working knowledge of the NHS terms and conditions of service, and of Trust HR Policies and procedures.
- To assist managers in the resolution of pay impacting queries in relation to ESR and Expenses.
- To be responsible for verifying and entering leavers details on ESR system on a daily basis, including checking annual leave entitlement and contractual hours (Net Hours, Hours Left), ensuring the accuracy of the information to avoid overpayments.
- To be responsible for initiating Inter Authority Transfers, via ESR to request service details for employees on ad-hoc, in order to verify service and adjust annual leave, where appropriate.
- To be responsible for issuing and sending amendment to contracts containing the appropriate changes to Terms and Conditions of Employment, including Retire and Return contracts.
- To liaise with managers, payroll, HRBPs and Recruitment with regards to any queries politely advising on the relevant issues.
- To liaise with managers advising them of expiry dates for Fixed Term Contracts, Allowances and any temporary changes raising memos/forms for managers to complete ratifying or amending original arrangements.
- To liaise with managers and HRBP Team in relation to DBS, Right to Work Permits and Visas due to expire in accordance with standard operating procedure to include Employer Checking Service requests as necessary.
- To keep up-to-date details of professional registrations and expiry/renewal dates for all staff required to hold a professional registration. To liaise with the relevant professional bodies regularly to verify registration renewal in accordance with national requirements and Trust Policies. To inform the relevant manager of any employees registration which has lapsed and to follow up advising of most appropriate action and chasing progress regularly.
- To provide advice and guidance to staff, managers and other members of the workforce team on NHS Employers terms and conditions and workforce/pay related issues as and when required, only referring complex matters to ESR Manager.
- To assist ESR manager in the provision of protection of earnings estimates and advice as and when required.
- To report any ESR faults to ESR Manager and implement recommended action as directed where possible.
- To assist the ESR Manager in the implementation of any new software releases/developments.
- To assist other members of the team in maintaining the accuracy of work structures, locations, payslip delivery points, signatory list and establishment Information on ESR system making any necessary amendments as required and notifying other users.
- To have sufficient knowledge of other systems used within the department i.e. TRAC, NHS Jobs, Healthroster, etc to obtain any information necessary to own role.
- To assist ESR Manager and analyst with distribution of reports or mail shots to the relevant Trust managers/staff.
- To provide support to the team, performing any other duties consistent with the banding of this post.
- To ensure all reference requests received are responded to promptly and accurately.
- To re-issue any lost/faded ID Badges as required.
- To ensure the widow/widower are setup in ESR to make specific payments to a beneficiary.
- Maintain working relationships with Trust Management team to ensure that the Trusts workforce information obligations are met.
- Negotiation and persuasion required when dealing when managers as their co-operation is essential.
- To respond to queries in the ESR service desk.
- To be a key point of contact for any communication related to the ESR system, providing first line system support.
- To promote ESR positively within the organisation and utilise different methods of communication, as appropriate.
- To encourage and persuade managers and staff to utilise the system effectively, sensitively dealing with any difficulties they are encountering, providing clear guidance and support.
- To be able to communicate complex information in a straightforward, sometimes simplified format, ensuring style is adapted to the audiences capabilities and knowledge.
- To share knowledge with the team in a timely way, promoting best practice and improved ways of working.
- To respond to general enquiries from individuals and requests for information from external bodies where appropriate (including Tax Office, Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Fraud) using initiative and judgement and ensuring compliance with the Data Protection Act and the Trust Confidentiality Policy.
- To extensively utilise IT systems on a day to day basis.
- To manage, maintain and be a super-user of ESR.
- Run reports from ESR, as required.
- To ensure paperwork is filed appropriately and in a timely way.
- To maintain confidentiality of own work, security of files and ensure all relevant policies, procedures and legislation relating to personal data are complied with.
- In the course of your employment with Oxleas NHS Trust you may handle confidential personal information concerning either patients or staff which may be held by the Trust. You must not read, discuss, disclose or pass on confidential information unless it is necessary in the pursuance of your legitimate duties.
- To have a good understanding of the key aspects of the Data Protection Act.
- Unauthorised disclosure of such information will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter. In addition, it is important that you realise that if this confidentiality is breached, this may result in civil proceedings or a criminal prosecution.
- This confidentiality must continue at all times and this agreement will continue beyond your period of employment with Oxleas.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience / good understanding of systems
Experience
Desirable
- An interest in automations and continuous improvement
Experience
Desirable
- Healthroster / ESR / Workforce / Other similar system experience
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience / good understanding of systems
Experience
Desirable
- An interest in automations and continuous improvement
Experience
Desirable
- Healthroster / ESR / Workforce / Other similar system 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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pinewood House
Pinewood Place
Dartford
DA2 7WG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Pinewood House
Pinewood Place
Dartford
DA2 7WG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://oxleas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Theatre Support Worker - FTC
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8247238
Job summary
Full Time - Fixed Term to Cover Maternity Leave
The post holder is responsible to undertake their role in accordance with all procedures, protocols,policies and guidelines to support the Theatre/Recovery Department
The post holder will provide a high quality, confidential, professional portering and housekeeping support services to the Theatre Department at Southport and Ormskirk NHS Trust. The post involves a range of duties requiring manual handling, cleaning and waste management. You will work autonomously or as part of a team. Effective communication with patients/carers and the multidisciplinary team is essential, contributing to a positive patient experience throughout the department that meets the needs of the patients and their families/carers in conjunction with the qualified recovery practitioner/ward nurse.
Main duties of the job
- To clean and check patients trolleys daily.
- Help prepare and maintain a clean and tidy recovery area, checking stock levels and expiry of equipment and materials daily.
- Report and escalate any faults discovered on equipment to recovery co-ordinator.
- To safely dispose of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy.
- To Handle and prepare specimens, ensuring correct labelling and packaging for transportation to the laboratory as per Trust policy.
- Transfer patients from wards and departments to theatre and return.
- Deliver locked drug boxes to pharmacy for completion of orders.
- Deliver specimens to pathology each morning or when required.
- Collect or return blood and blood products from pathology.
- Assist with collection and removal of rubbish and linen to appropriate collection points.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
409-8247238
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Advertising Date: 25th September 2026
Closing Date: 7th October 2026
Shortlisting Date: W/C 12th October 2026
Proposed Interview date: TBC
Please note this vacancy may close early if a high number of applications is reached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Advertising Date: 25th September 2026
Closing Date: 7th October 2026
Shortlisting Date: W/C 12th October 2026
Proposed Interview date: TBC
Please note this vacancy may close early if a high number of applications is reached.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care, or equivalent qualification/experience, or willing to work towards
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the role Theatre Support Worker
Desirable
- Experience of working within healthcare environment
- Knowledge of Infection control principles
- Knowledge of Health and Safety principles
Skills
Essential
- Motivation and initiative to work alone and within a team
- Able to organise and ensure that the environment is conducive to health care
- Polite, approachable with patients, staff and visitors
- Excellent communication both written and verbal.
- Maintain confidentiality
- Basic IT Skills
- High level of personal integrity
- Possess the ability to manage own workload with a supervisor available at all times for support
- Flexible/adaptable
Desirable
- Ability to use information systems
Other
Essential
- There is a frequent requirement for lifting, pushing and pulling for substantial proportion of the working day when cleaning, stock control and bed making
- Maintain high levels of focused concentration when in a busy environment.
- Continue to think clearly in possible situations when talking to patients with high levels of emotions and stress.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English
Desirable
- NVQ Level 2 in Health Care, or equivalent qualification/experience, or willing to work towards
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the role Theatre Support Worker
Desirable
- Experience of working within healthcare environment
- Knowledge of Infection control principles
- Knowledge of Health and Safety principles
Skills
Essential
- Motivation and initiative to work alone and within a team
- Able to organise and ensure that the environment is conducive to health care
- Polite, approachable with patients, staff and visitors
- Excellent communication both written and verbal.
- Maintain confidentiality
- Basic IT Skills
- High level of personal integrity
- Possess the ability to manage own workload with a supervisor available at all times for support
- Flexible/adaptable
Desirable
- Ability to use information systems
Other
Essential
- There is a frequent requirement for lifting, pushing and pulling for substantial proportion of the working day when cleaning, stock control and bed making
- Maintain high levels of focused concentration when in a busy environment.
- Continue to think clearly in possible situations when talking to patients with high levels of emotions and stress.
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)
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)
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Staff Nurse - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8158415
Job summary
Full Time and Part Post Available across both Ward 4A, 4B and 4C
Ward 4A - 37.5 hours Permanent
Ward 4B - 37.5 hours 6 month FTC
Ward 4C - 37.5 hours 12 month FTC
We are looking for an enthusiastic, ambitious and motivated individual to join our team as a Staff Nurse!
Ward 4A is a surgical ward with specialising in Urology and General Surgery
Ward 4B is a surgical ward with a surgical admission unit and elective admission area.
Ward 4C is a general surgical ward specialising in colorectal surgery.
Please note this vacancy may close earlier than anticipated due to application numbers.
Main duties of the job
Assisting in the delivery of patient-centred and clinically effective care as part of a dynamic team. You should be caring, compassionate, well organised with a positive attitude towards change and flexibility.
We offer full training and preceptorship periods for newly qualified nursing staff.
For further details on the role please see the attached job description and person specification.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-8158415
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 25th September 2026
Closing date: 2nd October 2026
Shortlisting date: W/C 5th October 2026
Proposed Interview date: TBC
Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 25th September 2026
Closing date: 2nd October 2026
Shortlisting date: W/C 5th 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
- 1st Level Registered Nurse (degree/diploma)
- Current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Knowledge
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
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
- Dealing with frequent interruptions and competing demands
- Ability to work within highly distressing or emotional circumstances e.g. 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
Values
Essential
- We are kind
- We are open
- We are inclusive
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st Level Registered Nurse (degree/diploma)
- Current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Knowledge
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
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
- Dealing with frequent interruptions and competing demands
- Ability to work within highly distressing or emotional circumstances e.g. 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
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.
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
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)
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)
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Ophthalmology Admin Assistant
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 320-SURG-BUR-1488
Job summary
The post holder is required to provide a clerical service within the Treatment Centre, ensuring that the professional and caring image of the Trust is maintained at all times.
The post will involve a combination of patient contact (face to face and on the telephone), consultant and staff enquiries and a range of clerical duties intended to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the Treatment Centre Administration Department.
Reliability, flexibility and a good team spirit are essential to the role.
The role is predominantly office based but cover will be required for the Front of House reception, Eye Clinic reception, File room and back office as necessary.
You will have your own jobs to do day to day, however you will be the first port of call to cover areas, so you may be be required to move areas at short notice.
Main duties of the job
- Predominantly dealing with the general administration of the Ophthalmology Department within the Treatment Centre of Queens Hospital Burton.
- Varied day to day tasks dealing with patient appointments and queries.
- Providing cover in other areas of the team when required.
Closing date of applications: 8th October 2026
Interview date: 22nd October 2026
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year pro rata pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
320-SURG-BUR-1488
Job locations
Queens Hospital Burton
Belvedere Road
Burton on Trent
DE13 0RB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work on own or as part of a team - evidence both
- Experience of working within customer service
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a similar environment
- Reception skills
Knowledge
Essential
- English and Math's GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent qualification)
- Computer literate with good keyboard skills
- Clerical/Admin Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of Hospital Information Support System
Skills
Essential
- Ability to remain calm and confident
- Organisational skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Ability to work on own or as part of a team - evidence both
- Experience of working within customer service
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a similar environment
- Reception skills
Knowledge
Essential
- English and Math's GCSE Grade C or above (or equivalent qualification)
- Computer literate with good keyboard skills
- Clerical/Admin Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of Hospital Information Support System
Skills
Essential
- Ability to remain calm and confident
- Organisational skills
- Ability to work in a busy environment
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team
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
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queens Hospital Burton
Belvedere Road
Burton on Trent
DE13 0RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queens Hospital Burton
Belvedere Road
Burton on Trent
DE13 0RB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Bed Manager
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8285473
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Bed Manager to join our Team.
The bed manager role is a key role in the provision of safe patient flow across the Trust, ensuring patients receive the care they require in the most appropriate place. The bed manager will be part of the Operational site management team working 24/7 providing clinical expertise, managerial, leadership and coordination for the Trust across the Whiston, St Helens and Newton site.
The Operational Management Team is a key function in the provision of 5-star patient care across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
- The bed manager role is an important member of this team ensuring the effectiveutilisation of inpatient and day-case beds on a 24/7 basis whilst maintaining clinicalquality and safety.
- They will assist in the coordination of elective and non-elective admissions across the24 hour period, along with maintaining the various patient flow internal and externalsystems for monitoring and escalation.
- The postholder will provide nursing support, operational and clinical advice to all areaswithin the Trust.
- To develop the necessary skills and experience in patient flow and provide leadership.
- Act as deputy for the Operational Site Manager.
- To work according to NMC code of professional conduct and professional guidelines.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
409-8285473
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find attached job description and person specification for main responsibilities and requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please find 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
- Registered General Nurse with current NMC Registration (RGN)
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification/Training, or equivalent
- Immediate Life Support/Advanced Life Support
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute setting
- Substantial experience relating to patient flow pressures
- Knowledge of the skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional and clinical issues
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Knowledge of IPC Practices
- Evidence of quality improvement in patient care
Desirable
- Experience of clinical teaching
- Facilitated staff professional development
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Ability to work autonomously and as a multi-disciplinary team
- Leadership skills
- Good IT skills
Other
Essential
- Ability to work a range of day and night shifts to support the team rotation
Person Specification
Our Values
Essential
- We are Kind
- We are Open
- We are Inclusive
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse with current NMC Registration (RGN)
- Evidence of continued professional development
Desirable
- Teaching and Assessing Qualification/Training, or equivalent
- Immediate Life Support/Advanced Life Support
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute setting
- Substantial experience relating to patient flow pressures
- Knowledge of the skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional and clinical issues
- Knowledge of safeguarding procedures
- Knowledge of IPC Practices
- Evidence of quality improvement in patient care
Desirable
- Experience of clinical teaching
- Facilitated staff professional development
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Ability to prioritise effectively
- Ability to work autonomously and as a multi-disciplinary team
- Leadership skills
- Good IT skills
Other
Essential
- Ability to work a range of day and night shifts to support the team rotation
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
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)
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)
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CT Clinical Specialist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 320-CDCS-4364
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 CT Specialist Radiographer for CT at UHDB.
This is an opportunity for anyone who wishes to join our large and friendly team. We expect the post holder to already possess excellent patient care skills and be ready and willing to work within the complex modality of CT whilst continuously learning and supporting our team.
This vacancy will allow the successful candidates to work at all of our UHDB (University hospitals of Derby and Burton) sites. This post will be based at the Royal Derby Hospital and include rotation to some / all of our Sites, including Queens Hospital Burton, Sir Robert Peel at Tamworth, Ilkeston Community Hospital and Florence Nightingale Community Hospital.
Main duties of the job
We provide CT scans using state of the art GE CT scanners covering a wide range of diagnostic examinations including CTCs and Cardiac.
The post holder will join our large and friendly team, and quickly become an integral part of our expanding service. The CT services are operational 7 days a week.
The post holder will be expected to take part in out-of-hours work including on-call.
Closing date of applications: 4 October 2026
Interview date: 16 October 2026
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, including both professional and leadership development
- On-going support through every step of the way from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- A variety of other staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts about our Trust:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments per day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
320-CDCS-4364
Job locations
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons or Equivalent
- HPC registration
Desirable
- PG Certificate in specialist area
- IV contrast injecting course
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of Cross sectional imaging in CT department
- Experience sharing knowledge, experience and for promoting quality and good governance.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of using personal and professional judgement and experience to deal appropriately with complicated operational issues.
- Manipulation of CT equipment and images and act as a source of expertise for junior staff.
- Show an ability to respond to new technology and procedures, adapting own techniques.
Values and Behaviour
Essential
- Evidence of being able to manage and communicate highly sensitive patient related information.
- Show ability to work confidently under multi demand and significant pressures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc Hons or Equivalent
- HPC registration
Desirable
- PG Certificate in specialist area
- IV contrast injecting course
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of Cross sectional imaging in CT department
- Experience sharing knowledge, experience and for promoting quality and good governance.
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of using personal and professional judgement and experience to deal appropriately with complicated operational issues.
- Manipulation of CT equipment and images and act as a source of expertise for junior staff.
- Show an ability to respond to new technology and procedures, adapting own techniques.
Values and Behaviour
Essential
- Evidence of being able to manage and communicate highly sensitive patient related information.
- Show ability to work confidently under multi demand and significant pressures.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Paediatric Audiologist
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 320-W&C-1254
Job summary
Are you a compassionate, open, and excellent audiologist looking to make a significant impact in paediatric audiology?
We are looking for a candidate who, as a minimum, holds an undergraduate degree in audiology and is registered with the AHCS as a healthcare science practitioner in audiology. The ideal candidate will have experience working as an audiologist and demonstrate a commitment to healthcare science as a lifelong learning career. Additionally, the candidate should show eagerness to develop their skills and advance in their career in paediatric audiology.
At UHDB, we are committed to the professional growth and development of our staff. As part of our team, you will receive support and guidance from an experienced team and have access to a wide range of development activities. You will also participate in internal and external forms of validation and benefit from our status as an accredited STP training site. Furthermore, you will be part of our journey towards achieving IQIPS accreditation.
We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for advancement. If you are already thinking beyond this role and considering your future career progression, UHDB is the place for you. We welcome expressions of interest from audiologists working in various sectors who are passionate about making a difference in paediatric audiology.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of this role is to provide a range of clinical care working in one or more specialist areas of Paediatric Audiology. The post holder will regularly work across sites and alone at outstations. The post holder will be responsible for maintaining clinical records in relation to the activities carried out. The post holder will also supervise or train less experienced staff and be a point of contact for junior staff regarding routine cases, and provide advice regarding the specialist area(s) they work in. The post holder may also lead a team working in a specialist area.
Closing date of applications: 7th October 2026
Date of interview: 21st October 2026
About us
As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together
Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.
In return we will offer:
- Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
- On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
- Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes
Key Facts:
- We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
- We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
- An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
- Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
- Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
- We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
- We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
- UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
320-W&C-1254
Job locations
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.
UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.
Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers
Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK
Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).
Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa
Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent
Desirable
- Membership of BAA and/or BSA
- Recognised qualification in British Sign Language
Registration
Essential
- Registration with HCPC, or AHCS
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience in audiology
- Good level of clinical and technical audiology knowledge in specialist areas (tinnitus, balance, auditory processing)
Desirable
- Previous use of Auditbase and Smart4Hearing
- Experience of training less experienced staff
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc (Hons) Audiology or equivalent
Desirable
- Membership of BAA and/or BSA
- Recognised qualification in British Sign Language
Registration
Essential
- Registration with HCPC, or AHCS
Experience
Essential
- Post qualification experience in audiology
- Good level of clinical and technical audiology knowledge in specialist areas (tinnitus, balance, auditory processing)
Desirable
- Previous use of Auditbase and Smart4Hearing
- Experience of training less experienced staff
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
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Employer name
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
Derby
DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
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University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Derby Hospital
Uttoxeter Road
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DE22 3NE
United Kingdom
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PALS Officer
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-7940807-A
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join the Trust within the Quality and Risk team as a PALS officer.
This role involves providing support, guidance and advice for people who have concerns about various aspects of care or who want general information about our Trust services. The successful candidate will be a person who enjoys the challenge of resolving concerns whilst working with patients and families in this front facing customer services role.
The post is predominantly based at Whiston Hospital but there may be occasions when you may be required to travel and work across Trust sites.
Please note, this position is available to both full-time and part-time hours.
These hours will be discussed at interview but please state what hours would be best suited to you in your supporting information.
Main duties of the job
To provide support, guidance, advice and information to patients, relatives, carers and staff, in a timely and efficient manner. To act as a liaison point for people contacting the service in order to resolve issues raised.
The successful candidate will have experience of working within the NHS, have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be required to use numerous computerised systems such as; Inphase, Careflow and Microsoft Office systems.
Please be aware, that we may close a vacancy earlier than stated, should a sufficient number of applications be received, you are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
25 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum. pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-7940807-A
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
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.
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
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
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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)
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Recruitment Specialist
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 270-TH347-CORP-A
Job summary
Come and work with a team who deliver a responsive, efficient and effective recruitment service to all directorates within the Trust.
You will be part of a team that is integral to the Trust's People Team to recruit the best staff with the right values to provide thehighest level of patient care.
You will work collaboratively with other internal departments and maintain a high standard of customer service.
The Trust has a high level of recruitment activity which requires you to be organised, attentive to detail, accurate and passionate about providing excellent customer service to all those who come into contact with our service. You will support all aspects of Recruitment activity
Main duties of the job
You will be working within a small dynamic team and will have the ability to provide a high level of commitment, with a positive approach to busyworkloads, maintaining high team morale and agile working.
You will Have:- a Flexible approach to work
- Previous Recruitment Experience-
-Knowledge of NHS Employment checks
- Excellent Written and verbal communication skills
These are some of the qualities that are required in this role along with great customer service skills. If you are looking to work in an outstanding Trust and support the recruitment needs of the NHS then we would welcome your application.
You will be based on site the role is not for homeworking only . Hybrid working is available but you will be required to travel to various sites across Northamptonshire .
Please note this vacancy may close once sufficient applications have been received
About us
NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire.
NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth.
Details
Date posted
24 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
270-TH347-CORP-A
Job locations
St Mary's Hospital
London Road
Kettering
NN15 7PW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full personspecification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full personspecification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level English & Mathematics grades A-C or equivalent
Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise and deliver work of a high quality to tight timescales and to manage conflicting priorities
- Diary and time management skills
Desirable
- Experience of delivering training
Experience
Essential
- Varied customer service skills
- Relevant experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook
Desirable
- Creating small data reports
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working in an office environment with a clear understanding of administrative processes and procedures
- Knowledge of NHS Employers standards
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of using ESR
- Knowledge and experience of using TRAC Recruitment System
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level English & Mathematics grades A-C or equivalent
Skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise and deliver work of a high quality to tight timescales and to manage conflicting priorities
- Diary and time management skills
Desirable
- Experience of delivering training
Experience
Essential
- Varied customer service skills
- Relevant experience in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook
Desirable
- Creating small data reports
Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of working in an office environment with a clear understanding of administrative processes and procedures
- Knowledge of NHS Employers standards
Desirable
- Knowledge and experience of using ESR
- Knowledge and experience of using TRAC Recruitment 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.
Employer details
Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
St Mary's Hospital
London Road
Kettering
NN15 7PW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust
Address
St Mary's Hospital
London Road
Kettering
NN15 7PW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioner (Apprentice) UEC
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 272-8240656
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a part time Trainee Advanced Clinical Practitioners (apprentices) to join the ACP Team within the Division of Urgent and Emergency Care at DBTH.
To be part of our team, successful candidates will be an experienced nurse or allied health professional, have excellent leadership and clinical skills, as well as evidence of continuing professional development, have drive, ambition, passion, a flexible approach and be dedicated to working in a fast paced, challenging but exciting environment in a well-established and supportive MDT.
Successful post holders will undertake the MSc Advanced Clinical Practice masters degree programme (level 7 apprenticeship)) run in conjunction with Sheffield Hallam University and candidates must be committed to completing both the academic, clinical and leadership requirements of the programme. You will be required to fulfil the full apprenticeship and commit to three years of study.
Pay will commence mid-point Band 6; on successful completion of academic modules year 1&2 and completion of core competencies, you will then progress to band 7. Completion of programme expected within 3 years, unless exceptional circumstances
Interviews will be held on the 12th October 2026 and no alternative date will be available.
Please ensure you have your original certificates available for verification checks between 5th and 7th October 2026.Failure to provide the certificates may result in your application being withdrawn.
Main duties of the job
The trainee ACP will work within a defined scope of practice and to agreed clinical standards applied within a Trust wide and local setting.
The role will be multifactorial and include prescribing and advanced clinical assessment of all systems, diagnostic skills and understanding of investigations. The role will improve the quality of and access to health care provision and strengthen professional leadership
As a trainee ACP, you will provide high quality clinical care for patients presenting with a variety of conditions, providing a comprehensive clinical assessment, requesting and interpreting investigations, decision making, provision of treatment, prescribing, evaluation of care and referral to other healthcare professionals if required.
Whilst working autonomously the trainee ACP will always work within a multi professional team led by a Consultant.
About us
DBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues.
At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions.
As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.
We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.
Details
Date posted
24 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year Band 6 mid-point for the duration of training
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
272-8240656
Job locations
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Thorne Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.
Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.
Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria:Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers
*If you are currently undertaking this apprenticeship or have previously completed this apprenticeship or equivalent programme of study please do not apply for any further eligibility queries please email [email protected]
Please note that if you are on a visa,you must have been living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years to meet the entry requirements for the course.
Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs
This guidance, FAQs and pay scenarios support the changes to apprenticeship pay, which came into force from Monday 1 July 2024.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.
Certificate of sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK
Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
If you are already an NHS employee and are applying for an Apprentice vacancy you may be entitled to pay protection.
Pay protection applies where the role you are applying for is at the same AFC band or higher, and you would receive less in pay compared with your current salary due to annex 21.
Please see the NHS Employers Apprenticeship Pay Guidance and FAQs for further information and eligible criteria:Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs | NHS Employers
*If you are currently undertaking this apprenticeship or have previously completed this apprenticeship or equivalent programme of study please do not apply for any further eligibility queries please email [email protected]
Please note that if you are on a visa,you must have been living in the UK for a minimum of 3 years to meet the entry requirements for the course.
Apprenticeship pay guidance and FAQs
This guidance, FAQs and pay scenarios support the changes to apprenticeship pay, which came into force from Monday 1 July 2024.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered professional or healthcare practitioner NMC or HCPC
- Leadership skills
- Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent experience
- Level 6 1st level degree. Willing to work towards a recognised advanced practice qualification at level 7 including advanced physical assessment and consultation skills, non-medical prescribing, chest radiography image interpretation, acute and emergency care, specific and core competencies.
- Portfolio demonstrates continual professional development IT literate.
Desirable
- ALS provider/instructor
- Masters level study
- Advanced Clinical Practitioner Training programme/modules
- Demonstrate professional development post-registration
- Evidence of mandatory training updates
- Management qualification Leadership training
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years post registration (NMC or HCPC) clinical experience
- Extensive post registration experience, a considerable amount of which must be as a fully qualified professional within an acute or unscheduled care setting
- Evidence of management skills gained through theory and or practice
- Experience of mentoring and developing staff Broad post registration clinical experience. Complex reasoning, critical thinking, reflection and analysis to inform assessments, clinical judgements and decisions.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team Demonstrate implemented research into practice.
Desirable
- Evidence of research or audit experience
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates effective team management
- Understands and overcomes barriers to effective communication
- Ability to problem solve, analyse, compare and interpret complex information before making a decision
- Prioritises clinical workload and assess associated risks, taking appropriate action
- Demonstrates good organisational skills
- Ability to present information to individuals and groups as required using appropriate resources
- Able to demonstrate the flexibility required of the role
- Reliable
Desirable
- Negotiating and influencing skills
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Registered professional or healthcare practitioner NMC or HCPC
- Leadership skills
- Teaching and assessing qualification or equivalent experience
- Level 6 1st level degree. Willing to work towards a recognised advanced practice qualification at level 7 including advanced physical assessment and consultation skills, non-medical prescribing, chest radiography image interpretation, acute and emergency care, specific and core competencies.
- Portfolio demonstrates continual professional development IT literate.
Desirable
- ALS provider/instructor
- Masters level study
- Advanced Clinical Practitioner Training programme/modules
- Demonstrate professional development post-registration
- Evidence of mandatory training updates
- Management qualification Leadership training
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years post registration (NMC or HCPC) clinical experience
- Extensive post registration experience, a considerable amount of which must be as a fully qualified professional within an acute or unscheduled care setting
- Evidence of management skills gained through theory and or practice
- Experience of mentoring and developing staff Broad post registration clinical experience. Complex reasoning, critical thinking, reflection and analysis to inform assessments, clinical judgements and decisions.
- Ability to work autonomously and within a team Demonstrate implemented research into practice.
Desirable
- Evidence of research or audit experience
Personal Attributes & Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills
- Demonstrates effective team management
- Understands and overcomes barriers to effective communication
- Ability to problem solve, analyse, compare and interpret complex information before making a decision
- Prioritises clinical workload and assess associated risks, taking appropriate action
- Demonstrates good organisational skills
- Ability to present information to individuals and groups as required using appropriate resources
- Able to demonstrate the flexibility required of the role
- Reliable
Desirable
- Negotiating and influencing skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Thorne Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT
Address
Doncaster Royal Infirmary
Thorne Road
Doncaster
DN2 5LT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Community Staff Nurse Rapid Response
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT View all jobs
Posted 11 day(s) ago
Reference: 842-CCS-7827-26
Job summary
Are you an Registered Nurse who is looking to make a difference in a new team or seeking a new challenge to help support patients in the community?
If so, this opportunity is for you!
We are looking to recruit a NMC registered nurse to work within the Rapid Response team in High peak and Derbyshire Dales Rapid response team
We recently achieved Gold status for standards of care, highlighting the fantastic care we provide.
We are a professional, friendly, and enthusiastic team who work closely with our integrated community colleagues to provide a holistic integrated service that enables and educates our patients to remain independent in their own homes, whenever possible, to prevent hospital admission and support a safe discharge home.
There has never been a more exciting time to join one of the largest specialist community NHS providers in the country - one that is also among the very best NHS employers, as voted by its own staff.
Please apply to join our team today!
Main duties of the job
Provide high-quality nursing care to our patients in our local community to keep them safe at home, prevent hospital admission and support hospital discharge home.
Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised patient care in the most efficient and clinically effective way, whilst maintaining the patient's privacy and dignity.
Provide advice and support to junior staff in the delivery of high quality care and actively support the Community Nursing sister/charge nurses in the management of the health care environment.
Implement / refer on to the relevant services as appropriate.
Work in close collaboration with the Integrated Community Teams/GP surgeries and local acute trusts.
Responding to priority nursing visits
About us
Our purpose is to provide community health services to a patient population of over one million people in Derbyshire and Derby, as part of Joined Up Care Derbyshire.
We employ around 4,200 substantive staff, caring for patients in 11 community hospitals and more than 30 health centres, as well as in clinics, GP practices, schools, care homes and, increasingly, in people's own homes and via virtual consultations.
Benefits include:
- Commitment to flexible working where this is possible
- 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years & 33 days after 10 years' service
- Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits
- Health service discounts and online benefits
- Incremental pay progression
Details
Date posted
24 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year pa, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
842-CCS-7827-26
Job locations
High Peak and Derbyshire Dales Rapid Response Team
Cavendish hospital
Buxton
SK17 6TE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Full NMC registered Nurse
- Evidence of recent relevant training
Desirable
- Experience of Community Nursing
Experience and Knowledge Required
Essential
- Experience of working in the community
- Evidence of research based/reflective practice
- Knowledge of local and national priorities.
- Understanding of the wider NHS agenda regarding community services
Desirable
- Experience of long term conditions
- Experience of Leg Ulcer management and lower limb assessments
- Experience of end of life care
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- IT Skills
- Written and recording skills
- Ability to supervise junior nursing staff
- Ability to assess, plan and implement care
Desirable
- Previous experience of using SystmOne
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel across Derbyshire County visiting patients' homes and across the county to access meetings and training
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Full NMC registered Nurse
- Evidence of recent relevant training
Desirable
- Experience of Community Nursing
Experience and Knowledge Required
Essential
- Experience of working in the community
- Evidence of research based/reflective practice
- Knowledge of local and national priorities.
- Understanding of the wider NHS agenda regarding community services
Desirable
- Experience of long term conditions
- Experience of Leg Ulcer management and lower limb assessments
- Experience of end of life care
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- IT Skills
- Written and recording skills
- Ability to supervise junior nursing staff
- Ability to assess, plan and implement care
Desirable
- Previous experience of using SystmOne
Other
Essential
- Ability to travel across Derbyshire County visiting patients' homes and across the county to access meetings and training
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
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
Address
High Peak and Derbyshire Dales Rapid Response Team
Cavendish hospital
Buxton
SK17 6TE
United Kingdom
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Employer details
Employer name
Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT
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High Peak and Derbyshire Dales Rapid Response Team
Cavendish hospital
Buxton
SK17 6TE
United Kingdom
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Ward Sister/Charge Nurse - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8266763
Job summary
Ward 4C - Full Time Permanent
Ward 4C - Full Time 12 Month Fixed Term
Ward 4B - Full Time 12 Month Fixed Term
An exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint dynamic and confident Senior Nurses to join the general surgical department, Whiston Hospital.
Reporting to the Ward Manager, the post holder will be expected to assist the Ward Manager in all aspects of the clinical operation. 4C is a 33 bedded General Surgery and Colorectal Ward. 4B is a 32 bedded ward split between SAU - surgical assessment and Elective admissions.
Successful applicants will need to be highly motivated and enthusiastic, have experience in general surgical nursing and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. We require an individual who is forward thinking, well organized with a positive attitude towards flexibility and change. You will need current acute surgical experience at Band 5 level or above and have a proven track record of effective communication, leadership and clinical expertise.
An enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for this post.
Main duties of the job
- To act as clinical expert for nursing issues
- To supervise junior staff in the delivery of safe competent care
- Take appropriate action to address any issues or risk
- Promote a patient focused multi-disciplinary approach to care in collaboration with carers, health care professionals and other AHPs
- Ensure a safe and timely discharge / transfer of patients
- Ensure that treatment prescribed by the medical team are carried out and that changes in patient condition are escalated as appropriate
- Contribute to the Enhanced Recovery Programme and ensure adherence to its principles
- Act as advocate for the patient, respecting dignity, wishes and beliefs.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
o Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
o Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
o National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
23 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
409-8266763
Job locations
Whiston
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 23rd September 2026
Closing date: 30th September 2026
Shortlisting date: 1st October 2026
Proposed Interview date: TBC
Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 23rd September 2026
Closing date: 30th September 2026
Shortlisting date: 1st 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
- Registered Nurse Diploma / degree level or equivalent experience
- Current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Leadership training or qualification (minimum Level 3 ILM or equivalent) or working towards
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
- Experience of leading a team in a clinical environment
- Research awareness and commitment to evidence based practice
- Experience of clinical risk assessment & management of identified risk
- Understanding key features of Clinical governance
- Knowledge of audit & audit procedures
Skills
Essential
- Up to date clinical skills in order to ensure quality of services being provided by ward
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills - prioritise and coordinate own workload
- Ability to act as a change agent.
- Ability to co-ordinate & liaise with MDT members
- 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.
- Frequent concentration, work pattern unpredictable Concentration for patient clinical work
- Occasional distressing / highly distressing or emotional circumstances. Deals with patient complaints, conveys unwelcome news, complaints, concerns arising from incident communicated to patients and relatives.
- Working in ward environment providing direct clinical care
- Potential blood or body fluids exposure
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse Diploma / degree level or equivalent experience
- Current NMC Registration
- Evidence of continuous professional development
- Leadership training or qualification (minimum Level 3 ILM or equivalent) or working towards
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate knowledge of NMC professional standards for practice contained within the code
- Experience of leading a team in a clinical environment
- Research awareness and commitment to evidence based practice
- Experience of clinical risk assessment & management of identified risk
- Understanding key features of Clinical governance
- Knowledge of audit & audit procedures
Skills
Essential
- Up to date clinical skills in order to ensure quality of services being provided by ward
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills - prioritise and coordinate own workload
- Ability to act as a change agent.
- Ability to co-ordinate & liaise with MDT members
- 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.
- Frequent concentration, work pattern unpredictable Concentration for patient clinical work
- Occasional distressing / highly distressing or emotional circumstances. Deals with patient complaints, conveys unwelcome news, complaints, concerns arising from incident communicated to patients and relatives.
- Working in ward environment providing direct clinical care
- 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).
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
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Whiston
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Whiston
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Recovery Practitioner
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8246824
Job summary
Full Time and Part Time hours available
To work in the Recovery area within theatres providing and maintaining a high standard of care, ensuring the safe recovery for patients following anaesthetic and surgical intervention.
Develop knowledge and skills, to assist in the development of service needs and performance targets.
Working within the NMC/HCPC 'Scope of Professional Practice' be professionally accountable and responsible to the team leader for the formulation and implementation of individual patient care, taking a dynamic and research-based approach. Acting as a role model within the clinical working area and to present a professional image which inspires confidence and trust in the delivery of care.
To participate in out of hour's service as service needs demand.
Due to current service demands, we are only able to consider applicants who have relevant UK experience. Candidates must also be available to commence employment immediately or within a very short timeframe. We regret that we cannot progress applications that do not meet these essential requirements.
An Enhanced DBS with barred lists for both Adults & Children is required for this post.
Main duties of the job
To work within a team, nurses/operating department practitioners to achieve the safe recovery of patients post anaesthesia/ surgical intervention.
To work through the recovery competency framework and keep up to date with all essential/ mandatory training and complete rotations through all areas of recovery.
To establish excellent working relationships with all service users and actively encourage and promote joint working in the pursuit of continuous service improvement.
To be a role model and mentor to new learners, staff, student nurses and student operating department practitioners. Maintain 5-star patient care and adhere to trust 'ACE' behavioural standards
To work on behalf of the recovery team leads to co-ordinate the recovery area, to supervise delegation and review performance.
Act as a role model within the clinical working area and to present a professional image to which inspires confidence and trust in the delivery of care.
Working within the NMC/HCPC 'Scope of Professional Practice' be professionally accountable and responsible to the team leader for the formulation and implementation of individual patient care, taking a dynamic and research-based approach.
At all times to act as the patients advocate by considering their individual physical and psychological needs. Whilst providing and maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
23 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, Part-time
Reference number
409-8246824
Job locations
Whiston hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 23rd September 2026
Closing date: 7th October 2026
Shortlisting date: 1st October 2026
Proposed Interview date: TBC
Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 23rd September 2026
Closing date: 7th October 2026
Shortlisting date: 1st 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
- Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner with current NMC or HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Relevant diploma or degree, or working towards
- Teaching and assessing/mentoring qualification
- Related ENB/Theatre courses
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional & clinical issues
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures
Desirable
- Substantial post registration experience
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute hospital setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management, record management and organisational skills
- Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team
Other
Essential
- Motivated individual, commitment to personal & professional development
- Flexible and adaptable approach
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner with current NMC or HCPC Registration
Desirable
- Relevant diploma or degree, or working towards
- Teaching and assessing/mentoring qualification
- Related ENB/Theatre courses
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of clinical skills required to undertake the role
- Knowledge of current professional & clinical issues
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults procedures
Desirable
- Substantial post registration experience
- Substantial post registration experience within an acute hospital setting
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent time management, record management and organisational skills
- Ability to work well in a multi-disciplinary team
Other
Essential
- Motivated individual, commitment to personal & professional development
- Flexible and adaptable approach
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
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)
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)
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Access Officer
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8249148
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to join the Information Governance Team in the role of Access Officer at Mersey and West Lancashire NHS Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
We are looking for an individual who has excellent organisational, communication and administrative skills who will play a key role in ensuring that the Trust meets its legal requirements when processing Subject Access Requests (SARs) or Rights of Access and other Individual Rights.
You will:
- Have excellent communication skills being able to liaise with staff at all levels to access the information that is needed and to keep patients / service users up to date on their request.
- Have a good understanding of patient confidentiality standards and be aware of the data protection principles.
- Been confident in using Microsoft office products and IT Systems
- Have worked in administrative role and know how to prioritise.
PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY
Please note this is a not a Full time role, the hours are 33 per week
The JD & PS are currently under AfC review and are subject to change.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the Access Lead in the processing all requests received from solicitors, other outside agencies, patients and staff for access to their information (subject access request) timely and professional manner. This will include processing other Individual Rights.
To provide an efficient service maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality at all times.
MWL employs approximately 9,000 members of staff and provides care to a large number of patients across Cheshire and Merseyside and so we are especially looking for someone who is able to hit the ground running and demonstrate an ability to work proactively.
About us
The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals.
From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
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.
Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care:
- CAREthat is evidence based, high quality and compassionate
- SAFETY that is of the highest standards
- COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful
- SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable
- PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients
Our achievements include:
- Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request.
Details
Date posted
23 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
409-8249148
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
St Helens
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
- To ensure the efficient running of the Access Team in compliance with Caldicott guidance and Data Protection, whilst facilitating the safe, confidential, and secure storage and transmission of personal data in line with Trust Management policies.
- Can plan and organise own workload, and to be operationally responsible for providing the administration of a patient focussed service in a professional and timely manner, ensuring work is prioritised in the face of competing demands by level of importance and urgency, whilst adhering to National and Trust policies and targets relating to Subject Access Requests (Rights of Access) and other Individual Rights.
- Responsible for accurately recording all requests onto the Trust Database system in a timely manner.
- Responsible for ensuring mechanisms are in place to retrieve and copy records.
- Liaise with multi-disciplinary staff and external agencies where the need arises regarding appropriates disclosures and in-line with Trust policies and procedures.
- To have good working relationships with Information Governance and the Trust Legal Team.
- Undertake administrative requirements of the role which include photocopying and general office duties.
- To ensure ID verification and validation of consent to ensure safe release of documentation.
- Ensure all face-to-face, telephone and E-mail are dealt with in a comprehensive, efficient and confidential manner.
- Ensure that all paper records are processed and tracked in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
- To keep up to date with new developments and service changes in relation to Clinical Records, Data Protection and Health Records Management.
- Undertake annual Information Governance training and additional if required by the Data Security and Protection Toolkit.
- Compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Information Governance.
- Compliance with the Deceased Access to Health Records Act.
- Liaise with applicants prior to preparing their records on receipt of completed Application Form, in terms of what information they require.
- Explain the process to applicants (patients, relatives, external agencies) and support them through it.
- Where required, supervise patient and / or relative applicant as they go through their records and answer questions and concerns raised by the applicant.
- Collaboration with Patient Experience and Complaints Department, Information Governance and any other Department when necessary, in responding to complaint requests etc.
- Would be required to assist with the training of new staff within the boundaries of own skills and knowledge gained by working within the area.
- Liaise with Police and / or Social Services and any other external body.
- Ensure all responses are issued within the Trusts requirement to meet legal timeframes.
- Provide advice to departments across the Trust re Access to information processes.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adhere to relevant Code of Practice of Professional body where relevant.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Full range of office administrative duties.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in the induction of new staff, provide mentoring and to participate in educating others about the role of the Access team.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to effectively monitor own and services performance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
- To ensure the efficient running of the Access Team in compliance with Caldicott guidance and Data Protection, whilst facilitating the safe, confidential, and secure storage and transmission of personal data in line with Trust Management policies.
- Can plan and organise own workload, and to be operationally responsible for providing the administration of a patient focussed service in a professional and timely manner, ensuring work is prioritised in the face of competing demands by level of importance and urgency, whilst adhering to National and Trust policies and targets relating to Subject Access Requests (Rights of Access) and other Individual Rights.
- Responsible for accurately recording all requests onto the Trust Database system in a timely manner.
- Responsible for ensuring mechanisms are in place to retrieve and copy records.
- Liaise with multi-disciplinary staff and external agencies where the need arises regarding appropriates disclosures and in-line with Trust policies and procedures.
- To have good working relationships with Information Governance and the Trust Legal Team.
- Undertake administrative requirements of the role which include photocopying and general office duties.
- To ensure ID verification and validation of consent to ensure safe release of documentation.
- Ensure all face-to-face, telephone and E-mail are dealt with in a comprehensive, efficient and confidential manner.
- Ensure that all paper records are processed and tracked in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
- To keep up to date with new developments and service changes in relation to Clinical Records, Data Protection and Health Records Management.
- Undertake annual Information Governance training and additional if required by the Data Security and Protection Toolkit.
- Compliance with the Data Protection Act 2018 and Information Governance.
- Compliance with the Deceased Access to Health Records Act.
- Liaise with applicants prior to preparing their records on receipt of completed Application Form, in terms of what information they require.
- Explain the process to applicants (patients, relatives, external agencies) and support them through it.
- Where required, supervise patient and / or relative applicant as they go through their records and answer questions and concerns raised by the applicant.
- Collaboration with Patient Experience and Complaints Department, Information Governance and any other Department when necessary, in responding to complaint requests etc.
- Would be required to assist with the training of new staff within the boundaries of own skills and knowledge gained by working within the area.
- Liaise with Police and / or Social Services and any other external body.
- Ensure all responses are issued within the Trusts requirement to meet legal timeframes.
- Provide advice to departments across the Trust re Access to information processes.
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Adhere to relevant Code of Practice of Professional body where relevant.
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Full range of office administrative duties.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in the induction of new staff, provide mentoring and to participate in educating others about the role of the Access team.
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ability to effectively monitor own and services performance.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade C in English Language
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent knowledge in relevant field
- Continuing professional development
Desirable
- RSA II or equivalent
- Legal Qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Substantial administration experience, including diary management
- Customer Care training
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer software packages (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience of dealing with informal concerns in real time
- Understanding of Data Protection Act and Access to Health Records
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a team and as an individual
- Able to use own initiative
- Self-motivation, good time management and problem-solving skills
- Excellent inter-personal skills, with ability to effectively communicate with staff and members of the public from all backgrounds
- Ability to work under pressure to strict deadlines, whilst maintaining a high standard of work
- Strong organisational skills
- Awareness of requirement for patient and staff confidentiality
Other
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
- Ability to travel to various hospital sites by own vehicle / access to assisted driver
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE grade C in English Language
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent knowledge in relevant field
- Continuing professional development
Desirable
- RSA II or equivalent
- Legal Qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Substantial administration experience, including diary management
- Customer Care training
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office computer software packages (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience of dealing with informal concerns in real time
- Understanding of Data Protection Act and Access to Health Records
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Ability to work in a team and as an individual
- Able to use own initiative
- Self-motivation, good time management and problem-solving skills
- Excellent inter-personal skills, with ability to effectively communicate with staff and members of the public from all backgrounds
- Ability to work under pressure to strict deadlines, whilst maintaining a high standard of work
- Strong organisational skills
- Awareness of requirement for patient and staff confidentiality
Other
Essential
- Flexible approach to work
- Ability to travel to various hospital sites by own vehicle / access to assisted driver
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
St Helens
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
St Helens
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Health Care Support Worker - Ward 1D
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8282585
Job summary
An exciting development opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Health Care Assistant to join Ward 1D.
We are seeking highly enthusiastic and motivated individuals, with a passion for providing excellence within patient care, to join our team of friendly Nursing and Medical Staff at Whiston Hospital.
The 38 bedded adult inpatient ward at Whiston Hospital is a Cardiology Ward.
The post holder will be expected to deliver care of the highest standard and work closely with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
The ability to work as part of a team is essential.
Main duties of the job
To work as part of the Nursing Team undertaking household support tasks and direct care tasks as delegated by the Nurse in Charge.
To support the qualified Nursing Staff in the maintenance of high standards of nursing care to patients.
To assist in providing an environment within the ward that is conductive to patient recovery and pleasant for patients and their families.
To accept responsibility for specifically delegated functions within the ward which the Nurse in Charge feels are appropriate for untrained staff to undertake.
To ensure where entries are made in nursing documentation, that these are correct, legible and comprehensive and countersigned by a registered nurse.
To understand and adhere to all Trust Policies.
To ensure the Health and Safety of patients, relatives and other staff is considered and not prejudiced by the post-holder at any time.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.
Details
Date posted
23 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-8282585
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
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
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
Our Values
Essential
- We are Kind
- We are Open
- We are Inclusive
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 and 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
Person Specification
Our Values
Essential
- We are Kind
- We are Open
- We are Inclusive
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 and 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)
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)
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Health Care Assistant - General Surgery
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8240865
Job summary
Full Time and Part Post Available across both Ward 4A and 4C
Ward 4A - 37.5 hours
Ward 4C - 34.5 hours
An exciting opportunity as arisen to join the team on Ward 4A and Ward 4C as a healthcare assistant.
We are looking for committed individuals to work alongside the team in providing personal care for the patients.
Ward 4A is a surgical ward specialising in general surgery and urology.
Main duties of the job
To provide personal care for patients on the ward.
To assist with dietary needs of the patients.
To work alongside the team to ensure patients needs are met
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
23 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-8240865
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 23rd September 2026
Closing date: 30th September 2026
Shortlisting date: 1st October 2026
Proposed Interview date: TBC
Please note, this post may close earlier than advertised if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please ensure you have read through the attached Job Description and Person Specification before submitting your application.
Advertising date: 23rd September 2026
Closing date: 30th September 2026
Shortlisting date: 1st 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
- 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
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.
- Frequent exposure to blood or body fluids
- Occasional exposure to patients with challenging behaviours
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
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.
- Frequent exposure to blood or body fluids
- 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)
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)
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Specialist Physiotherapist
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8195857
Job summary
Specialist Physiotherapist
Pelvic Health Therapy Team
Band 6 - £39.959 - £48,117 pro-rata.
Maternity leave cover, fixed term until 30/09/2027
Part time, 0.61wte (23hours p/week)
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Physiotherapist, with an interest in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, Urology and Colorectal conditions has arisen, to join our friendly team. This post is to provide a highly skilled and specialised physiotherapy service in predominantly an outpatient setting. You will be responsible for providing a service to women and men with bladder, bowel, and pelvic floor disorders as well as providing an obstetric service which will include the provision of classes. You should be a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy with HCPC registration and have at least 2 years post graduate NHS experience as a Physiotherapist. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate appropriate CPD activity.
Main duties of the job
All applicants should be able to demonstrate skilled assessment and treatment techniques, clinical expertise and effective decision making. You will be enthusiastic, hardworking and motivated with excellent clinical, organisational and time management skills. Strong communication skills are essential as a great deal of empathy and patience is required due to the nature of the conditions seen. A flexible approach to day-to-day tasks is essential, to meet the demands of the service. Our philosophy is to keep the patient at the heart of everything we do. We look for people who are willing to go the extra mile, not because they are asked to, but because they are committed to being part of a healthcare team that delivers an excellent caring service to our patients.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
409-8195857
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Whiston
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be expected to participate in audit projects and must also demonstrate a strong commitment to training and clinical supervision. You will be expected to help maintain a stimulating learning environment including involvement in the in-service training programme.
The successful candidate will:
Deliver a high standard of evidence-based care
Be able to carry out complex holistic assessments
Make prompt clinically reasoned decisions
Participate in the discharge planning process
Supervise staff within the team and students on placement
Have a minimum of 2 years post graduate experience
Have evidence of post graduate training
Be able to work flexibly and adapt to changing working patterns as required.
Have a working knowledge of a broad range of conditions with proven clinical skills in this specialist area
In return for your hard work and dedication we can offer a friendly and welcoming team and all the support and continuing professional development you will need to make a difference to patients and staff. We have an excellent staff supervision system enabling our staff to be committed to developing both their service and themselves. Clinical Governance, research and audit activities are encouraged within the service.
All posts are subjected to Enhanced CRB checks the cost to be paid by the individual.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be expected to participate in audit projects and must also demonstrate a strong commitment to training and clinical supervision. You will be expected to help maintain a stimulating learning environment including involvement in the in-service training programme.
The successful candidate will:
Deliver a high standard of evidence-based care
Be able to carry out complex holistic assessments
Make prompt clinically reasoned decisions
Participate in the discharge planning process
Supervise staff within the team and students on placement
Have a minimum of 2 years post graduate experience
Have evidence of post graduate training
Be able to work flexibly and adapt to changing working patterns as required.
Have a working knowledge of a broad range of conditions with proven clinical skills in this specialist area
In return for your hard work and dedication we can offer a friendly and welcoming team and all the support and continuing professional development you will need to make a difference to patients and staff. We have an excellent staff supervision system enabling our staff to be committed to developing both their service and themselves. Clinical Governance, research and audit activities are encouraged within the service.
All posts are subjected to Enhanced CRB checks the cost to be paid by the individual.
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
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).
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
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Whiston
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Address
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Whiston
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
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Lead Radiographer Reporting or Trainee (Annex 21)
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8221708-A
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced radiographer to join our team of reporting radiographers.
We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated individual to train to report plain film studies. The post holder will support in leading and developing our service as well as supporting the operational managers. You must have a flexible approach to working and be able to demonstrate good organisational and communication skills along with a commitment to service improvement.
This post may be offered as a training opportunity under Annex 21 AfC Terms & Conditions, subject to experience, competency and suitability.
An Enhanced DBS Certificate, with the checking of the Adults and Children's Barred Lists is required for this position.
Interview date to be confirmed
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring the best quality images are obtained and support staff education, day-to-day support of the operational management of the service that we provide working closely with our Consultant Radiologists and our administration team.
You will work clinically as well as performing managerial tasks and will be expected to cover out of hours and weekend working within the Radiology department.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 9000 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
We strongly believe that the communities we serve should all have access to Five Star Patient Care.
Our Services
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation, freeing up space for more unwell patients. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancs, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements
o Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
o Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
o National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year This post may be offered under Annex 21 AfC Terms & Conditions
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
409-8221708-A
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
- Responsible for administration, performance monitoring and data quality of the PACS/RIS and other integrated systems.
- Responsible for training of staff in PACS/RIS and associated systems.
- Perform diagnostic imaging examinations in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Responsible for ensuring image quality is maintained from all staff members
- Responsible for the initial and ongoing training and education of staff in the designated modality.
- Be competent in the use of all appropriate imaging equipment
- Participate in the on-call, flexible working and out of hours service as required
- Responsible for QA program in designated area
- Abide by radiographic protocols
- Abide by all Radiation Protection regulations
- Report all equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel
- Responsible for sending accurate image data to the Picture Archiving Communication System for storage, transmission and archive
- Justify radiographic examinations for Junior Radiographers, Radiographic Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers.
- Promote quality initiatives, ensuring the quality of patient care and compliance of quality standards
- Undertake staff appraisals
- Establish and maintain effective communication with patients on complex, contentious and sensitive issues, using persuasion and negotiation where required
- Maintain a patient, courteous manner in all aspects of communication with patients and staff especially in distressing situations
- Liaise with lead clinicians to ensure effective running of the service
- Maintain a good working relationship with other departments and staff to ensure the provision of and efficient and effective service to all users and patients
- Communicate with service users and external agencies
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Autonomously undertake Advanced Practice in a specialised area of radiography by displaying expert clinical practice, this could be either clinical interpretation of images, performing radiological or interventional procedures where appropriate.
- To provide clinical leadership to all staff in the department
- To act as a radiographic clinical expert in the relevant field
- Provide clinical support and advice to staff
- Provide education to junior staff and ensure competencies are achieved.
- Provide additional support and education to staff who require it.
- Ensure image quality is maintained and improved, education staff where appropriate
- Support the modality and department in improving services to enhance the quality of the service received by the patient.
- Support the modality and department in quality initiatives and ensure communication and education of appropriate staff.
- Responsible for setting and maintaining a high quality of clinical and professional standards within the department
- Promote and ensure compliance with radiographic protocols
- Ensure clinical and professional standards are met at all times
- Exercise clinical judgement in the utilisation of resources and initiate liaison with relevant clinical teams if clinical findings necessitate
- Perform all aspects of clinical and technical procedures as per departmental policy
- Ensure compliance with COR code of conduct and HCPC regulations to ensure registration is maintained
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for accurate data entry on the Radiology Information System
- Ensure all documentation associated with regulations are kept and stored appropriately.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSBILITIES
- Responsible for the training and development of staff both radiographic staff and external staff.
- Contribute to continuing education programme by attending courses and keeping abreast of current professional developments
- Participate in department CPD programme
- Ensure professional standards are maintained by contributing to the clinical training and development of radiographers, radiographic assistant practitioners and students
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the day to day management of the designated department, planning and prioritising workload
- Ensure the effective and efficient running of the service with due regard to available resources. Allocating activity to ensure maximised use of capacity. Using data to inform decisions.
- Monitor and evaluate all aspects of service delivery with regard to waiting times ensuring that waiting times are kept to a minimum
- Demonstrate effective leadership qualities and promote teamwork
- Undertake initial investigation of patient and user complaints and exercising judgement and initiative take appropriate actions to resolve the problem/complaint
- Promote a working culture that improves quality
- Responsible for clinical and professional standards within the designated department
- Identify and contribute to service development within the department
- Responsible for implementing policies within the designated department and contribute to Radiology Trust policies
- Responsible for risk assessments within the designated area
- Responsible for the maintenance and servicing of all equipment in the designated work area, liaise and communicate with manufacturers
- Responsible for optimum use of resources within the department and maintain adequate stock levels
- Participate in the procurement (specification, evaluation and selection) of radiographic equipment
- Promote quality initiatives, ensuring the quality of patient care and compliance of quality standards
- Promote compliance with all Trust risk management procedures and ensure risk management strategies are implemented including Health & Safety legislation for Control of Radiation, COSHH, VDU use, handling of patients, fire regulations and security etc
- Ensure compliance with all statutory, professional and organisational requirements. Liaising with outside agencies to ensure compliance with statutory regulations when required. Ensure all documentation associated with regulations are kept and stored appropriately
- Ensure all staff are compliant with the relevant registration eg HCPC, ARSAC
- Act as radiation protection supervisor for a designated department/Modality
- Refer patients for on-going imaging examinations within departmental protocols.
- Responsible for the day to day management of the designated department
- Contribute to the recruitment, selection and appointment of professional, technical and support staff in accordance with policy and procedures
- Monitor staff performance and formulate personal development plans in accordance with Trust development review process (IPR).
- Monitor and action dose discrepancies via Dose Monitor alerts. Produce Dose audits and DRLs
- Monitor and action incidents within own work area that are reported via Datix
- Ensure image quality is maintained and improved, education staff where appropriate
- Support the modality and department in improving services to enhance the quality of the service received by the patient.
- Support the modality and department in quality initiatives and ensure communication and education of appropriate staff.
- Responsible for setting and maintaining a high quality of clinical and professional standards within the department
- Promote and ensure compliance with radiographic protocols
- Ensure clinical and professional standards are met at all times
- Exercise clinical judgement in the utilisation of resources and initiate liaison with relevant clinical teams if clinical findings necessitate
- Perform all aspects of clinical and technical procedures as per departmental policy
- Ensure compliance with COR code of conduct and HCPC regulations to ensure registration is maintained.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY DUTIES
- Responsible for administration, performance monitoring and data quality of the PACS/RIS and other integrated systems.
- Responsible for training of staff in PACS/RIS and associated systems.
- Perform diagnostic imaging examinations in accordance with departmental protocols.
- Responsible for ensuring image quality is maintained from all staff members
- Responsible for the initial and ongoing training and education of staff in the designated modality.
- Be competent in the use of all appropriate imaging equipment
- Participate in the on-call, flexible working and out of hours service as required
- Responsible for QA program in designated area
- Abide by radiographic protocols
- Abide by all Radiation Protection regulations
- Report all equipment malfunctions to appropriate personnel
- Responsible for sending accurate image data to the Picture Archiving Communication System for storage, transmission and archive
- Justify radiographic examinations for Junior Radiographers, Radiographic Assistant Practitioners and Student Radiographers.
- Promote quality initiatives, ensuring the quality of patient care and compliance of quality standards
- Undertake staff appraisals
- Establish and maintain effective communication with patients on complex, contentious and sensitive issues, using persuasion and negotiation where required
- Maintain a patient, courteous manner in all aspects of communication with patients and staff especially in distressing situations
- Liaise with lead clinicians to ensure effective running of the service
- Maintain a good working relationship with other departments and staff to ensure the provision of and efficient and effective service to all users and patients
- Communicate with service users and external agencies
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Autonomously undertake Advanced Practice in a specialised area of radiography by displaying expert clinical practice, this could be either clinical interpretation of images, performing radiological or interventional procedures where appropriate.
- To provide clinical leadership to all staff in the department
- To act as a radiographic clinical expert in the relevant field
- Provide clinical support and advice to staff
- Provide education to junior staff and ensure competencies are achieved.
- Provide additional support and education to staff who require it.
- Ensure image quality is maintained and improved, education staff where appropriate
- Support the modality and department in improving services to enhance the quality of the service received by the patient.
- Support the modality and department in quality initiatives and ensure communication and education of appropriate staff.
- Responsible for setting and maintaining a high quality of clinical and professional standards within the department
- Promote and ensure compliance with radiographic protocols
- Ensure clinical and professional standards are met at all times
- Exercise clinical judgement in the utilisation of resources and initiate liaison with relevant clinical teams if clinical findings necessitate
- Perform all aspects of clinical and technical procedures as per departmental policy
- Ensure compliance with COR code of conduct and HCPC regulations to ensure registration is maintained
ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for accurate data entry on the Radiology Information System
- Ensure all documentation associated with regulations are kept and stored appropriately.
TEACHING & TRAINING RESPONSBILITIES
- Responsible for the training and development of staff both radiographic staff and external staff.
- Contribute to continuing education programme by attending courses and keeping abreast of current professional developments
- Participate in department CPD programme
- Ensure professional standards are maintained by contributing to the clinical training and development of radiographers, radiographic assistant practitioners and students
LINE MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the day to day management of the designated department, planning and prioritising workload
- Ensure the effective and efficient running of the service with due regard to available resources. Allocating activity to ensure maximised use of capacity. Using data to inform decisions.
- Monitor and evaluate all aspects of service delivery with regard to waiting times ensuring that waiting times are kept to a minimum
- Demonstrate effective leadership qualities and promote teamwork
- Undertake initial investigation of patient and user complaints and exercising judgement and initiative take appropriate actions to resolve the problem/complaint
- Promote a working culture that improves quality
- Responsible for clinical and professional standards within the designated department
- Identify and contribute to service development within the department
- Responsible for implementing policies within the designated department and contribute to Radiology Trust policies
- Responsible for risk assessments within the designated area
- Responsible for the maintenance and servicing of all equipment in the designated work area, liaise and communicate with manufacturers
- Responsible for optimum use of resources within the department and maintain adequate stock levels
- Participate in the procurement (specification, evaluation and selection) of radiographic equipment
- Promote quality initiatives, ensuring the quality of patient care and compliance of quality standards
- Promote compliance with all Trust risk management procedures and ensure risk management strategies are implemented including Health & Safety legislation for Control of Radiation, COSHH, VDU use, handling of patients, fire regulations and security etc
- Ensure compliance with all statutory, professional and organisational requirements. Liaising with outside agencies to ensure compliance with statutory regulations when required. Ensure all documentation associated with regulations are kept and stored appropriately
- Ensure all staff are compliant with the relevant registration eg HCPC, ARSAC
- Act as radiation protection supervisor for a designated department/Modality
- Refer patients for on-going imaging examinations within departmental protocols.
- Responsible for the day to day management of the designated department
- Contribute to the recruitment, selection and appointment of professional, technical and support staff in accordance with policy and procedures
- Monitor staff performance and formulate personal development plans in accordance with Trust development review process (IPR).
- Monitor and action dose discrepancies via Dose Monitor alerts. Produce Dose audits and DRLs
- Monitor and action incidents within own work area that are reported via Datix
- Ensure image quality is maintained and improved, education staff where appropriate
- Support the modality and department in improving services to enhance the quality of the service received by the patient.
- Support the modality and department in quality initiatives and ensure communication and education of appropriate staff.
- Responsible for setting and maintaining a high quality of clinical and professional standards within the department
- Promote and ensure compliance with radiographic protocols
- Ensure clinical and professional standards are met at all times
- Exercise clinical judgement in the utilisation of resources and initiate liaison with relevant clinical teams if clinical findings necessitate
- Perform all aspects of clinical and technical procedures as per departmental policy
- Ensure compliance with COR code of conduct and HCPC regulations to ensure registration is maintained.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Radiography and/or or equivalent Qualification and/or Equivalent Experience
- Post Graduate Certificate in the relevant modality or equivalent significant experience in the modality (Annex 21)
- HCPC Registered
Desirable
- MSc Radiography and/or or equivalent Qualification and/or Equivalent Experience
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Significant post graduate clinical experience
- Management experience
- PACS experience
- Manage self and others
- Experience of Participation in emergency single handed out of hours duties
- QA testing
- IV injection/cannulation
Skills
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Ability to organise own work and others within the team
- Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Negotiation skills
- Audit analysis
- Data collection and analysis
- Ability to interact within a multidisciplinary team
- Organisational skills
- Evidence of Time management skills
- IT literate
Desirable
- Student assessor
Other
Essential
- Team player
- Commitment to quality
Desirable
- Able to travel to both sites via own car or assisted driver.
Our Values
Essential
- We are Kind
- We are Open
- We are Inclusive
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc in Radiography and/or or equivalent Qualification and/or Equivalent Experience
- Post Graduate Certificate in the relevant modality or equivalent significant experience in the modality (Annex 21)
- HCPC Registered
Desirable
- MSc Radiography and/or or equivalent Qualification and/or Equivalent Experience
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Significant post graduate clinical experience
- Management experience
- PACS experience
- Manage self and others
- Experience of Participation in emergency single handed out of hours duties
- QA testing
- IV injection/cannulation
Skills
Essential
- Leadership skills
- Ability to organise own work and others within the team
- Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Negotiation skills
- Audit analysis
- Data collection and analysis
- Ability to interact within a multidisciplinary team
- Organisational skills
- Evidence of Time management skills
- IT literate
Desirable
- Student assessor
Other
Essential
- Team player
- Commitment to quality
Desirable
- Able to travel to both sites via own car or assisted driver.
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.
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
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)
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)
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Personal Medical Secretary
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-8115145
Job summary
Personal Medical Secretary (Band 4)
Clinical Support Services Division
37.5 hours per week to be worked Monday - Friday | Based at Whiston Hospital
We have three full-time (37.5 hour) positions available.
Your choice of specialty/specialties will be discussed at interview:
Respiratory
Trauma & Orthopaedics
General Surgery
We are looking for organised and proactive Personal Medical Secretaries to support our consultants and clinical teams. These are key roles within fast-paced specialties where excellent administrative support is essential to providing high-quality patient care.
Main duties of the job
About the Role
Provide comprehensive secretarial support to consultants and the wider clinical team.
Manage diaries, appointments, clinical correspondence and audio typing.
Support meetings, prepare documents and take minutes.
Liaise with patients, clinicians and departments professionally and efficiently.
Ensure timely handling of referrals, investigations and patient queries.
About YouWe're looking for someone who is:
Highly organised with strong audio typing and administrative skills.
Able to work independently in a busy environment.
Confident communicating with patients and clinical staff.
Accurate, detail-focused and discreet.
If you're motivated, adaptable and committed to delivering excellent administrative support, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now to join our team.
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
409-8115145
Job locations
Whiston Hospital
Warrington Road
Prescot
L35 5DR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a comprehensive service to the Consultant and Speciality Team including nurse clinicians.Keep diary up to date, arrange appointments, and arrange travel and accommodation.Operate an effective bring forward system and filing system.Type dictation from audio transcription of clinical correspondence and documentation, ensuring all letter and workflow processes are adhered to and Standard Operating Procedures are followed.Type discharge summaries as appropriateCheck against clinical letters to ensure appropriate follow up arrangements/investigations are in place. Rectify if not.
Support Consultant in non-clinical activities/Clinical Director role by preparing presentation documents using relevant packages and arranging meetings, circulate agenda/supporting papers as appropriate, and taking minutes at meetings.Ensure appropriate personnel are informed of consultant annual/study leave. Amend clinic/theatre lists/forms appropriately. Keep Consultants informed of junior doctor leave could have an effect on the service.Manage on-call rotas in absence of Rota Co-ordinator when requested, ensuring that annual/study leave, and sickness do not compromise the smooth running and the department. Liaise with Medical Staffing to arrange locum cover. If emergency need is requested by members of clinical team, ensure this is covered accordingly liaising closely with Clinical Director.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide a comprehensive service to the Consultant and Speciality Team including nurse clinicians.Keep diary up to date, arrange appointments, and arrange travel and accommodation.Operate an effective bring forward system and filing system.Type dictation from audio transcription of clinical correspondence and documentation, ensuring all letter and workflow processes are adhered to and Standard Operating Procedures are followed.Type discharge summaries as appropriateCheck against clinical letters to ensure appropriate follow up arrangements/investigations are in place. Rectify if not.
Support Consultant in non-clinical activities/Clinical Director role by preparing presentation documents using relevant packages and arranging meetings, circulate agenda/supporting papers as appropriate, and taking minutes at meetings.Ensure appropriate personnel are informed of consultant annual/study leave. Amend clinic/theatre lists/forms appropriately. Keep Consultants informed of junior doctor leave could have an effect on the service.Manage on-call rotas in absence of Rota Co-ordinator when requested, ensuring that annual/study leave, and sickness do not compromise the smooth running and the department. Liaise with Medical Staffing to arrange locum cover. If emergency need is requested by members of clinical team, ensure this is covered accordingly liaising closely with Clinical Director.
Person Specification
Our Values
Essential
- We are Kind
- We are Open
- We are Inclusive
Qualifications
Essential
- GSCE Standard or Higher
- RSA 3 - Typing / Word Processing
- RSA 3 - Medical Audio Typing
- Good English Language Skills
- Medical Terminology
Desirable
- Shorthand / Speed Writing
- Secretarial Diploma
- ECDL
- CLAIT award
Experience
Essential
- Minute Taking
- Microsoft Office Experience
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Previous Medical Secretary Experience
- Medical Audio Typing
Desirable
- 2 years' experience in a similar role or equivalent knowledge
Skills
Essential
- Excellent IT Skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to communicate professionally at all levels
- Excellent Word Processing and Keyboard skills
- Ability to organise workload effectively and prioritise
- Use of all Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint
Desirable
- Ability to use initiative to solve problems
- Knowledge of Trust computer systems
Other
Essential
- Highly developed interpersonal skills
- Ability to use own initiative and work independently
- Capability to adapt to most situations
- Reliable and conscientious
- Ability to maintain control of stressful situations
- Able to work the hours and undertake duties required
- Ability to travel across hospital sites when required
- Possess a friendly and approachable personality
- Ability to show understanding an appreciation
- Comply with Trust policies and procedures at all times
- Ability and willingness to undergo further training for the post
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
Person Specification
Our Values
Essential
- We are Kind
- We are Open
- We are Inclusive
Qualifications
Essential
- GSCE Standard or Higher
- RSA 3 - Typing / Word Processing
- RSA 3 - Medical Audio Typing
- Good English Language Skills
- Medical Terminology
Desirable
- Shorthand / Speed Writing
- Secretarial Diploma
- ECDL
- CLAIT award
Experience
Essential
- Minute Taking
- Microsoft Office Experience
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Previous Medical Secretary Experience
- Medical Audio Typing
Desirable
- 2 years' experience in a similar role or equivalent knowledge
Skills
Essential
- Excellent IT Skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Ability to communicate professionally at all levels
- Excellent Word Processing and Keyboard skills
- Ability to organise workload effectively and prioritise
- Use of all Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint
Desirable
- Ability to use initiative to solve problems
- Knowledge of Trust computer systems
Other
Essential
- Highly developed interpersonal skills
- Ability to use own initiative and work independently
- Capability to adapt to most situations
- Reliable and conscientious
- Ability to maintain control of stressful situations
- Able to work the hours and undertake duties required
- Ability to travel across hospital sites when required
- Possess a friendly and approachable personality
- Ability to show understanding an appreciation
- Comply with Trust policies and procedures at all times
- Ability and willingness to undergo further training for the post
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
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)
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)
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Assistant Financial Accountant
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 13 day(s) ago
Reference: 409-7741296-B
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has become available within the Finance Department at Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
The position of Assistant Financial Accountant will be based at Knowsley Community College and will be full time (37.5 hours).
Potentional Interview Date: Friday 13th November 2026 (TBC)
Main duties of the job
Responsible for daily management of the Accounts Receivable team.Provide monthly debt management analysis and action plans to senior managers.Provide monthly Trust-wide balance sheet reconciliations, including analysis and actions/advice to resolve
About us
Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust serves a population of over 600,000 with a workforce of over 10,500 dedicated and skilled staff across 21 sites.
Our services:
Acute Care
Providing emergency and maternity services at Whiston, Southport and Ormskirk hospitals, and medical and surgical specialties across all our sites.
Primary Care
Providing primary care services at Marshalls Cross Medical Centre situated in St Helens Hospital.
Community Services
Providing adult community services for St Helens and a wheelchair service in Chorley, South Ribble, and West Lancashire. Our inpatient unit at Newton Community Hospital is where patients needing acute hospital beds can continue rehabilitation. We also provide urgent care at our Urgent Treatment Centre located in St Helens town centre.
Specialist Regional Services
We provide the Mersey Regional Burns & Plastic Surgery Unit at Whiston Hospital and the Spinal Injuries Unit at Southport Hospital to more than 4 million people across the whole of Merseyside, West Lancashire, Cheshire, Isle of Man and North Wales.
Achievements:
- Rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018
- Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal)
- National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme.
Details
Date posted
22 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
409-7741296-B
Job locations
Knowsley Community College
Stockbridge Lane
Huyton
L36 3SD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Accounts Receivable/Debt Management
Leading debt management calls between the Trust and NHS Shared Business Services and agreeing action points.
Negotiating with customers to recover debt in a timely manner.
Preparing management reports/analysis for Accounts Receivable to help with communicating information at a higher level and aid decision making. This will involve the use of advanced Excel skills such as lookups and pivot tables.
Making suggestions on debt write-offs in line with debt management policy.
Potential to have to deal with upset customers who may be struggling financially to pay an invoice.
Planning workload with the team, setting key performance targets.
Providing performance feedback, coaching and training to the team.
Assisting with Freedom of Information requests.
Supporting both Internal and External audits ensuring data requests and any recommendations are acted upon.Balance sheet reconciliations
Reconciling control accounts of the Trust on a monthly basis. Following up on queries and also monitoring control accounts done by other staff to ensure they are being managed in an accurate and timely fashion. This involves the use and understanding of both internal and external data resources.
Assisting in the preparation of reports and information for year-end accounts including ensuring evidence for auditors is available.
Answering queries raised by finance colleagues, other staff members and sometimes the public, regarding issues relevant to the position. If unable to deal with then pass on to the correct person/department.
Clinical and professional responsibilities
Maintaining professional registrations as necessary.
Adhering to relevant code of practice of professional body.
Administrative responsibilities
Ensuring all relevant procedure notes and associated forms are completed and adhered to in line with departmental policy and audit requirements.
Teaching and training responsibilities
Actively participating in the annual performance development review to identify personal needs.
Teach and train Accounts Receivable staff and other staff members as necessary.
To attend Trust statutory and mandatory training sessions.
Line Management/Supervisory responsibilities
Deputising for the Deputy Financial Accountant as and when required.
Undertaking annual performance development reviews of Accounts Receivable staff.
Day to day management of Accounts Receivable Staff eg sickness recording, approval of annual leave
Job description
Job responsibilities
Accounts Receivable/Debt Management
Leading debt management calls between the Trust and NHS Shared Business Services and agreeing action points.
Negotiating with customers to recover debt in a timely manner.
Preparing management reports/analysis for Accounts Receivable to help with communicating information at a higher level and aid decision making. This will involve the use of advanced Excel skills such as lookups and pivot tables.
Making suggestions on debt write-offs in line with debt management policy.
Potential to have to deal with upset customers who may be struggling financially to pay an invoice.
Planning workload with the team, setting key performance targets.
Providing performance feedback, coaching and training to the team.
Assisting with Freedom of Information requests.
Supporting both Internal and External audits ensuring data requests and any recommendations are acted upon.Balance sheet reconciliations
Reconciling control accounts of the Trust on a monthly basis. Following up on queries and also monitoring control accounts done by other staff to ensure they are being managed in an accurate and timely fashion. This involves the use and understanding of both internal and external data resources.
Assisting in the preparation of reports and information for year-end accounts including ensuring evidence for auditors is available.
Answering queries raised by finance colleagues, other staff members and sometimes the public, regarding issues relevant to the position. If unable to deal with then pass on to the correct person/department.
Clinical and professional responsibilities
Maintaining professional registrations as necessary.
Adhering to relevant code of practice of professional body.
Administrative responsibilities
Ensuring all relevant procedure notes and associated forms are completed and adhered to in line with departmental policy and audit requirements.
Teaching and training responsibilities
Actively participating in the annual performance development review to identify personal needs.
Teach and train Accounts Receivable staff and other staff members as necessary.
To attend Trust statutory and mandatory training sessions.
Line Management/Supervisory responsibilities
Deputising for the Deputy Financial Accountant as and when required.
Undertaking annual performance development reviews of Accounts Receivable staff.
Day to day management of Accounts Receivable Staff eg sickness recording, approval of annual leave
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting and/or education or significant experience to degree level
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Supervisory experience
- Evidence of planning and organising tasks required to achieve a specific outcome within a specified timeframe without direction from line manager
- Experience of analysing, interpreting and presenting complex data and producing robust forecasts
- Highly computer literate including MS Word, Excel, able to extract data, create and manipulate complex spreadsheets
Desirable
- Significant Financial accounting experience
- Experience of working in NHS finance
- Experience of the Oracle General Ledger System including Business Intelligence
- Experience of providing training and support to others in own specialist area
Skills
Essential
- Good standard of communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to nonfinance managers
- Acts professionally in all dealings with colleagues and in liaising with external bodies; must be able to adapt style appropriately to deal diplomatically with senior personnel
- Good standard of written communications
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Well organised, able to plan and prioritise own workload
- Good negotiating, persuasive, motivational, influencing skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to support change
- Ability to handle a range of emotive situations
- Ability to manage conflicting priorities
- Requirement to concentrate for long periods when inputting data and when analysing data/statistics
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) Level 4 Diploma in Professional Accounting and/or education or significant experience to degree level
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Supervisory experience
- Evidence of planning and organising tasks required to achieve a specific outcome within a specified timeframe without direction from line manager
- Experience of analysing, interpreting and presenting complex data and producing robust forecasts
- Highly computer literate including MS Word, Excel, able to extract data, create and manipulate complex spreadsheets
Desirable
- Significant Financial accounting experience
- Experience of working in NHS finance
- Experience of the Oracle General Ledger System including Business Intelligence
- Experience of providing training and support to others in own specialist area
Skills
Essential
- Good standard of communication skills including the ability to effectively communicate complex financial information to nonfinance managers
- Acts professionally in all dealings with colleagues and in liaising with external bodies; must be able to adapt style appropriately to deal diplomatically with senior personnel
- Good standard of written communications
- Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
- Well organised, able to plan and prioritise own workload
- Good negotiating, persuasive, motivational, influencing skills
- Ability to work under pressure and to meet tight deadlines
- Ability to support change
- Ability to handle a range of emotive situations
- Ability to manage conflicting priorities
- Requirement to concentrate for long periods when inputting data and when analysing data/statistics
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
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)
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)
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