Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

01) To be a champion of social care with a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory guidance.

02) To take a lead in the promotion of adult safeguarding practice and undertake safeguarding enquires and contribute to the provision of care plans that protect both adults and children from abuse.

03) To undertake comprehensive assessments and reviews, for people who may present with a high risk, or those with significant interpersonal, social, legal and/or environmental complexities, ensuring people are assessed appropriately against social care eligibility criteria as defined by The Care Act 2014.

04) To offer direct support to service users and their carers, and to colleagues, through information and advice, to ensure that those who do not meet social care eligibility are appropriately signposted and supported.

05) To ensure that appropriate health and social care services are commissioned with and on behalf of service users, including the duty to offer direct payments, and that processes are in place for service users to be charged by the local authority for the social care services they receive, if applicable.

06) To ensure that commissioned services allow choice to service users and carers and focus on people living in the community with appropriate support and access to universal services.

07) To undertake regular risk assessments and ensure that vulnerable people are kept safe.

08) To undertake carer assessments, including identifying contingency plans, and provision of support.

09) To be skilled in partnership working and identify, develop, and facilitate a wide range of recovery-focused community services, ensuring that colleagues within the locality are also aware of developments and best practice.

10) To ensure the involvement of service users and their carers to that the Trust can learn from their experiences to make improvements to service delivery.

11) To ensure accurate computer records of all work undertaken are kept up to date.

12) To undertake your own post qualifying and other appropriate training to ensure high standards of practice and continuation of your registration with Social Work England.

13) To provide both management and reflective supervision to newly qualified social workers and unregistered social care staff.

14) To support newly qualified social workers through the Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE), with opportunities to train as an ASYE assessor.

15) To undertake duties as an Approved Mental Health Professional (AMHP) or be willing to undertake AMHP training

16) To participate in your own regular supervision and ensure regular reflection on your own practice as both a social worker and AMHP.

17) To undertake other tasks and duties which form part of the delegated social care responsibilities accepted by the Trust on behalf of Hertfordshire County Council.

18) To adhere to Trust policies and procedures.

19) To undertake additional training as required.

20) To carry out any other duties as appropriately identified by your Line Manager.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• An appropriate professional Social Work qualification.
• Registration with Social Work England
• Training in principles and application of outcomes, focussed assessments and personalisation.

Desirable

• Approved Mental Health Professional / Best Interests Assessment Training
• Experience of work and an Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Best Interests Assessor

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Colne House

21 Upton Road

Watford

WD18 0JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be a champion of social care with a comprehensive understanding of legislation and statutory guidance.

To take a lead in the promotion of adult safeguarding practice and undertake safeguarding enquires and contribute to the provision of care plans that protect both adults and children from abuse.To undertake comprehensive assessments and reviews, for people who may present with a high risk, or those with significant interpersonal, social, legal and/or environmental complexities, ensuring people are assessed appropriately against social care eligibility criteria as defined by The Care Act 2014.To offer direct support to service users and their carers, and to colleagues, through information and advice, to ensure that those who do not meet social care eligibility are appropriately signposted and supported.To ensure that appropriate health and social care services are commissioned with and on behalf of service users, including the duty to offer direct payments, and that processes are in place for service users to be charged by the local authority for the social care services they receive, if applicable.To ensure that commissioned services allow choice to service users and carers and focus on people living in the community with appropriate support and access to universal services.To undertake regular risk assessments and ensure that vulnerable people are kept safe.To undertake carer assessments, including identifying contingency plans, and provision of support.

For full details of the role and responsibilities for this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification documents attached.

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Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• An appropriate professional social work qualification
• Education to degree level
• Registration with Social Work England
• Training in principles and application of outcomes focussed assessments and personalisation
• Relevant post-qualifying training for social workers
• Training and experience in Safeguarding

Desirable

• Approved Mental Health Professional/Best Interests Assessment Training

AREAS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Strong post qualification experience
• Knowledge of legislation, theory and policy in relation to relevant care group
• Experience of undertaking assessments, focussed as personalisation, choice and control, and care planning
• Understanding and experience of personal budgets and direct payments
• Experience of multidisciplinary working and ability to work collaboratively
• Experience of partnership working with service users and carers, demonstrating dignity and respect

Desirable

• Experience of work as Approved Mental Health Professional and/or Best Interests Assessor

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Essential

• Excellent ability to communication with a wide range of stakeholders including service users and carers, other professional colleagues, members of other organisations and local communities, verbally and in writing
• Ability to manage highly sensitive information
• Experience of using electronic recording systems and ability to produce accurate, appropriate and timely reports

ANALYTICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Ability to analyse service user and carer information
• Experience of undertaking small scale audits and surveys

PHYSICAL SKILLS

Essential

• Car driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)
• Ability to visit and attend meetings at a variety of locations and environments

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Marlowes, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1LD

39-41 The Marlowes

Hemel Hempstead/St Albans

HP1 1LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Complete triage and screening of service users within custody to assess their needs and create plans with them for support post custody by making onward referrals and signposting. This will include speaking to detainees in consultation rooms or when required via the cell hatch. This is in consultation with police to plan the safest way forward.
• Co-production with service users in creating their next steps plan/safety plan including referrals to a wide range of agencies - such as Turning Point, Wellbeing, Secondary Mental Health services, Crisis and Home Treatment Teams, Survivors in Transition, CRUSE, Domestic Abuse support services. This may include referrals for Mental Health Act assessments in consultation with colleagues, managers, and care teams of those detained.It is essential that you are skilled in mental health assessments.
• Work collaboratively with police colleagues, promoting partnership working across the criminal justice system.
• Able to work independently on own initiative to meet the needs of service users.
• Ensure service users needs are accurately reflected in health record documentation.
• Assist service users and carers to access information and support

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Health Education England commissioned Skills for Health to develop a career and competence framework for Liaison and Diversion with the aim of developing a flexible workforce able to respond to people with vulnerabilities who are either in or at risk of becoming involved with the Criminal Justice System. The framework helps support the development and growth of the workforce in this area, within mental health services and supports the movement of staff between the different roles across the non-custodial criminal justice services, such as Reconnect, Court Health services, Court Wellbeing/MHRT teams and L and D services. The link to the Competency framework can be found below. Any new recruits will work through the framework with their mentor and line Manager during their induction period.

https://www.skillsforhealth.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/FINAL-Non-Custodial-Career-and-Competence-Framework-document.pdf

https://www.skillsforhealth.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Level-5-Practitioner-LD-Final-Feb-2023-v1.pdf

Please note you must be able to travel independently due to the nature of this role. you will be required to visit other PIC across Norfolk.

Candidates may only be given a minimum of 3 days notice regarding interviews. You will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.

Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @SouthgateNSFT and @NSFTjobs

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing degree or equivalent degree level qualification NMC registration

Experience

Essential

• Familiar with undertaking clinical assessments including risk assessments.
• Experience of working with challenging clients particularly those with personality disorders services.
• Experience of completing mental health assessments in a mental health setting.

Desirable

• Experience of working with clients with severe learning disabilities or those in a secure environment.
• Previous experience of working in the community.

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the policies and legislation that underpin the development of Liaison and Diversion
• Working knowledge of the application of the Mental Health Act 1983

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel independently.

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Wymondham PIC

Penfold Drive

Wymondham

NR18 0WZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will join a supportive and proactive psychology team embedded within the wider CMHT and complex emotional needs pathway. A range of specialist skills and interests are represented in the psychology teams, including working with personality difficulties, trauma and dissociation, psychosis, using CBT, MBT, CAT, EMDR, and other evidence based interventions.

Please note that this vacancy may close ahead of the published expiry date so an early application will ensure that you dont miss out on this opportunity.

Main responsibilities to include:

Psychological assessment, formulation and intervention as appropriate under close supervision of a clinical psychologist

Co-facilitating psychologically informed groups

Contributing to the practice of psychologically informed interventions within the team via teaching and developing resources

Contributing to service development projects

Evaluating outcomes and writing reports

You will have:

A BPS Accredited degree 2:1 or above in Psychology and Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) eligibility.

Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties preferably in the NHS.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

***** Important information *****

For the first 250-300 words of your personal statement please explain why you are interested in working within the Adult Community Mental Health Team specifically and how you see the role of assistant psychologist in this context.

Your application may not be accepted if this essential element is not included.

Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.

Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A BPS accredited degree in Psychology.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of research.

Desirable

• Experience of research in the NHS.

Knowledge

Essential

• An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
• Knowledge of mental health.
• Knowledge of quantitative research

Desirable

• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
• An ability to apply existing knowledge to a mental health context.

Skills

Essential

• Skills using microcomputers for databases or date analysis, especially SPSS for Windows

Desirable

• Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients and colleagues.
• Presentation skills

Other

Essential

• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines
• Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
• Ability to travel independently

Desirable

• Developing knowledge of local wider systems and networks

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

The City Anchorage, Julian Hospital

Bowthorpe Road

Norwich

NR2 3TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.

Please visit our Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjobs

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Previous experience working with people with mental health needs

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing degree or equivalent RN(MH)

Skills

Essential

• Good observation and reporting skills
• Ability to motivate others

Desirable

• Ability to supervise others

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of issues surrounding confidentiality

Desirable

• Awareness of security and its impact and willingness to expand knowledge on it.
• Working knowledge /application of the Mental Health Act 1983

Other

Essential

• Flexibility of duty and hours over a 24hr 7 day a week period
• Ability to travel independently

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Sandpiper Ward, Hellesdon Hospital

Hellesdon Hospital

Norwich

NR6 5BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached our Job Descriptions and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.

Please visit out Facebook and Twitter page @NSFTjob

**This post attracts a recruitment premium of £3,000 (pro-rata for part time roles). This is a one off payment with half paid on appointment and half paid after the completion of a satisfactory probation period (6 months). The premium is taxable. Please note that should you leave employment, or choose to move to an alternative post within the Trust that does not attract this recruitment premium, you will be required to reimburse all or some it, as follows: 100% of the value of the premium in the first 12 months; 50% of the value of the premium in the period 12 months to 2 years following appointment. Please note this recruitment premium is for external applicants only. Not applicable to newly qualified nurses**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse, Occupational Therapist OR Social Worker with the relevant professional registration

Desirable

• Recognised Leadership/Management training

Skills

Essential

• Effective analytical and decision-making skills

Experience

Essential

• Able to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge of mental health practice from previous experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of psychosocial interventions

Other

Essential

• Able to travel independently

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Grange Lodge

12 Acre Approach

Kesgrave

IP5 1JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Ophthalmic Optics, Optometry or Visual Science
• GOC Registered Optometrist

Desirable

• Member of College of Optometrists

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience post qualification experience preferably within the HES
• Advanced theoretical and practical experience across a broad range of optometric skills

Skills

Essential

• Effective communicator

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Norwich

NR4 7UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role Summary

Our Kitchen Assistants support our Chef Manager in the preparation of meals and beverages and participate in the overall maintenance of a safe and hygienic environment. They will ensure a professional, efficient and prompt service is provided to patients, visitors, staff and volunteers at all times.

General

• To cooperate with the Chef Manager with regard to compliance with all food safety legislation relating to the catering industry, with all Health & safety legislation and with the rules, regulations etc.

• To assist in the preparation of fresh food, cook as required and correctly store food items

• Prepare, cook and serve meals for patients as requested i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner maintaining a high quality standard at all times.
• Be prepared to run the kitchen at weekends -low covers at weekends
• To prepare, make and bake products for internal and external events.

• Ensure dining room is prepared for meals i.e. tables, condiments, cutlery etc. Prepare trays for patients as required.

• Cash handling using till and electronic payment methods

• To liaise with our nursing staff re specific patient requirements
• To participate in the completion of all necessary records as required.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene control and practices at all times. Follow regular cleaning schedules as per hospice documentation. Ensure the kitchen and all cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery is kept clean, ready to use and is appropriately stored

• To ensure that all washing up duties are carried out immediately.

• Ensure safety of patients and staff by regularly checking equipment is in good working order. Report any faulty equipment to the Chef Manager.

Health and Safety

• Ensure Uniform policy is adhered to at all times

• Be prepared to assist with any routine or unexpected inspections.

• Be aware of and familiar with Hospice H&S policy

General

• To uphold the Hospices vision and values at all times
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the Hospices policies and procedures including but not limited to health & safety, code of behaviour, confidentiality and equality, diversity & inclusion.
• Promote awareness of the Hospice, its services and its strategy.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with all staff, volunteers and supporters of the Hospice.
• Promote and support the safeguarding of vulnerable adults, young people and children, observing and adhering the Hospices policies on safeguarding.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.

Information Security, Confidentiality, and Records Management:

The role requires adherence to organisational policies concerning information security, data privacy, and confidentiality. The employee is responsible for safeguarding sensitive information, ensuring secure handling and storage of records, and maintaining compliance with applicable data protection regulations. This includes actively participating in Information Governance training, reporting potential security incidents, and managing records in accordance with Tapping Houses Retention Archiving and Destruction of All Hospice Records Policy.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975, and such will be necessary for a submission for disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and will be reviewed periodically to ensure that the needs of the service are being met.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of education

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in catering/food safety (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a commercial kitchen
• Proven ability to prioritise own workload, produce high quality work and meet deadlines
• Experience of baking (cakes/bakes/savouries) in large quantities
• Experience of following specific procedures
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Understanding of COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Team player
• Proactive and flexible
• Adaptable to change

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

Tapping House

Address

Wheatfields

Hillington

King’s Lynn

Norfolk

PE31 6BH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.tappinghouse.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role Summary

Our Kitchen Assistants support our Chef Manager in the preparation of meals and beverages and participate in the overall maintenance of a safe and hygienic environment. They will ensure a professional, efficient and prompt service is provided to patients, visitors, staff and volunteers at all times.

General

• To cooperate with the Chef Manager with regard to compliance with all food safety legislation relating to the catering industry, with all Health & safety legislation and with the rules, regulations etc.

• To assist in the preparation of fresh food, cook as required and correctly store food items

• Prepare, cook and serve meals for patients as requested i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner maintaining a high quality standard at all times.
• Be prepared to run the kitchen at weekends -low covers at weekends
• To prepare, make and bake products for internal and external events.

• Ensure dining room is prepared for meals i.e. tables, condiments, cutlery etc. Prepare trays for patients as required.

• Cash handling using till and electronic payment methods

• To liaise with our nursing staff re specific patient requirements
• To participate in the completion of all necessary records as required.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene control and practices at all times. Follow regular cleaning schedules as per hospice documentation. Ensure the kitchen and all cooking utensils, crockery and cutlery is kept clean, ready to use and is appropriately stored

• To ensure that all washing up duties are carried out immediately.

• Ensure safety of patients and staff by regularly checking equipment is in good working order. Report any faulty equipment to the Chef Manager.

Health and Safety

• Ensure Uniform policy is adhered to at all times

• Be prepared to assist with any routine or unexpected inspections.

• Be aware of and familiar with Hospice H&S policy

General

• To uphold the Hospices vision and values at all times
• Carry out all duties in accordance with the Hospices policies and procedures including but not limited to health & safety, code of behaviour, confidentiality and equality, diversity & inclusion.
• Promote awareness of the Hospice, its services and its strategy.
• Work collaboratively and respectfully with all staff, volunteers and supporters of the Hospice.
• Promote and support the safeguarding of vulnerable adults, young people and children, observing and adhering the Hospices policies on safeguarding.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development and to participate in any training relevant to the role.

Information Security, Confidentiality, and Records Management:

The role requires adherence to organisational policies concerning information security, data privacy, and confidentiality. The employee is responsible for safeguarding sensitive information, ensuring secure handling and storage of records, and maintaining compliance with applicable data protection regulations. This includes actively participating in Information Governance training, reporting potential security incidents, and managing records in accordance with Tapping Houses Retention Archiving and Destruction of All Hospice Records Policy.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975, and such will be necessary for a submission for disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and will be reviewed periodically to ensure that the needs of the service are being met.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good standard of education

Desirable

• NVQ level 2 in catering/food safety (or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a commercial kitchen
• Proven ability to prioritise own workload, produce high quality work and meet deadlines
• Experience of following specific procedures
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Understanding of COSHH, Food Safety and Health & Safety regulations

Desirable

• Experience of baking (cakes/bakes/savouries) in large quantities

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Team player
• Proactive and flexible
• Adaptable to change

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

Tapping House

Address

Wheatfields

Hillington

King’s Lynn

Norfolk

PE31 6BH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.tappinghouse.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

**For more information about this role, please read the attached Job Description and Person Specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Entry on the GMC register with Licence to practise
• Approved clinician status
• Section 12(2) Approval under the Mental Health Act
• Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCST
• MB BS or equivalent medical qualification
• Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management
• MRCPsych
• In good standing with GMC with respect to warning and conditions on practice

Desirable

• Additional clinical qualifications

Attributes

Essential

• Effective team working
• Leadership qualities
• Flexibility
• Driving Licence/able to travel independently
• Research

Clinical Governance

Essential

• A clear understanding of Clinical Governance
• Demonstrate a commitment to open review of practice

Academic Skills & Lifelong Learning

Essential

• Able to deliver undergraduate or postgraduate teaching and training
• Demonstrate commitment to shared leadership & collaborative working to deliver improvement
• Participated in continuous professional development
• Participated in research or service evaluation
• Able to use and appraise clinical evidence
• Has actively participated in clinical audit and quality improvement programmes

Desirable

• Has led clinical audits leading to service change or improved outcomes to patients
• Able to plan and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training relevant to this post
• Reflected on purpose of CPD undertaken
• Experienced in clinical research and / or service evaluation
• Evidence of achievement in education, research, audit and service improvement: awards, prizes, presentations and publications

Clinical Skills, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• 3 years or equivalent medical experience
• Excellent clinical skills using bio-psycho-social perspective and wide medical knowledge
• Evidence of knowledge of diagnosis, treatment + management of complex mental illess
• Excellent knowledge in specialty
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Making decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others
• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Desirable

• Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service

Transport

Essential

• Holds and will use valid UK driving licence OR provides evidence of proposed alternative

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Northgate Hospital

Great Yarmouth

NR30 1BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full car driving licence (max 6 penalty points on licence or clean if licence is obtained within two years of application).
• Literate and numerate to Trust tested level.

Desirable

• Advanced Driving certification.
• Maths and English GCSE grade C or above or equivalent.
• C1 category licence.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with the public, demonstrating sound customer care skills.
• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment and ability to remain calm and professional.
• Experience of working to deadlines and in timeframes.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of Safeguarding Policy and Procedures.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Patient Transport Services.
• IT literate.
• Previous work in a caring profession.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Ambulance Service

Address

London Road, Dunstable

Dunstable

LU6 3DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.

Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.

How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

Person Specification

Skills & Knowlegde

Essential

• Ability to work using own initiative.
• Able to prioritise and undertake numerous tasks simultaneously.

Desirable

• Pre-existing basic understanding of medical terminology.

Qualifications

Essential

• Two GCSE Grade C (or above) of which one must be in English or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths. OR One GCSE Grade C (or above) and pass Functional Skills Assessment Level 2 in English as part of the recruitment process.

Desirable

• First Aid/First Person on Scene qualification.
• NVQ in Customer Service or equivalent experience.

Personal Qualities, Abilities and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work consistently and stay calm in difficult and high-pressured situations.

Desirable

• Flexibility to work varying shift patterns including weekends, nights and holidays.

Experience

Essential

• Successful experience working/volunteering in a customer service environment.

Desirable

• Previous experience working in the NHS.
• Experience of working in a call centre environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Ambulance Service

Address

Chelmsford EOC

Hospital Approach

Chelmsford

CM1 7WS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

All aspects of administration:

Typing, data entry, telephone calls, booking / amending appointments, dealing with enquiries, record keeping, managing data, minute taking, Diary management. This list is not exhaustive, please refer to the job description for more detail.

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of Microsoft packages or equivalent

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS policy / procedures.

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 3 Business Administration or equivalent or working towards.
• NVQ 2 Customer Services or working towards

Desirable

• Knowledge of Trust electronic record system

Experience

Essential

• Understanding and experience in a full range of secretarial procedures and systems gained through practice at intermediate level

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

CRHTT West Suffolk - Wedgwood House

West Suffolk Hospital, Hardwick Lane

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached our Job Description and Person Specification for more detail on your Key Accountabilities, then if you feel you have what it takes to make a difference in your local communities, click APPLY!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nursing Associate - on the NMC Register
• Care certificate or relevant equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in an NHS health care setting

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of the scope and the role of the Nursing Associate in the context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development

Skills

Essential

• Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the work-load and individual SU contact

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

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

Woodlands - Poppy Ward

Heath Road

Ipswich

IP45PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Why join our Community Partnerships Team:

• Opportunities to progress Most of our Consultant and Principal Psychologists started within the team and have developed their careers with us.
• We offer sponsorship opportunities e.g. MBA degrees
• Support in undertaking indemnified private practice and medico-legal work.
• Flexibility in our working practices that work around you and your family life.
• Support from over 10 Qualified Psychologists in the community partnerships team and over 50 in the overall organisation.
• Opportunities for research through our Research and Innovation Team
• Paid travel or mileage within the role.

Experience of using a range of therapeutic modalities including CBT, EMDR and Compassion Focused Therapy would also be an advantage although support and development to gain these skills will be provided.

Reward

We offer an excellent benefits package including pension, 38 days holiday, sickness policy on par with NHS, life cover, car lease scheme, cycle to work scheme and opportunities for research, teaching and continuing professional development.

For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact James Farrelly (Senior Recruiter) on 07827 856 634 or via email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC Registered Forensic, Clinical or Counselling Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience working with similar services

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

St Andrew’s Healthcare

Address

Remote Home Working Community

Ipswich Magistrates Court

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 2AP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.stah.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Trauma Informed Approaches look to recognise and acknowledge the impact of adverse childhood events and how these can cause or contribute to the development of mental health problems in adults, including how we are able to seek and use help when offered.

It understands trauma in a broad sense that includes the impact of discrimination and marginalisation on both staff and those who use our services.

HPFT is committed to developing policies and practises to reflect this trauma awareness, ensuring that the key message of what has happened to you rather than what is wrong with you runs through everything we do.

On the wards and in our crisis services we seek to create conditions that promote emotional safety and reduce harm through our interactions that recognise safety, empowerment, collaboration, choice and trustworthiness.

Please see attached Job Description for full details of the role

Person Specification

KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Good honours degree in psychology. Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
• Post-graduate doctorate in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or fully completed training as a Counselling Psychologist.
• Strong post-registration experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment with clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature.
• Full registration with Health Professions Council
• Related academic qualifications to masters or doctorate level.
• Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice.
• Experience and or training in neuropsychological assessment
• Specific Training in Family/Systemic Interventions, CBT-P, DBT, MBT, EMDR, ASD/ADHD assessment/intervention.

AREAS OF EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Assessed experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of adults of working age with a wide range of presentations of varying severity.
• Experience of working with moderate to severe mental health problems, including: psychosis and personality difficulties.
• Demonstrate further specialist clinical experience and training, through a minimum of 50 hours clinical supervision of working as a specialist clinical psychologist
• Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for client's psychological care and treatment.
• Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision, including supervision of clinical psychology trainee(s) and Band 7-8a Clinical/Counselling Psychologists
• Experience working within a multidisciplinary service.
• Doctoral level knowledge of clinical psychology including highly developed models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology.
• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment intervention and management with clients with complex problems, including specialised psychological interventions for difficult to treat groups (eg multiple mental health and/or physical health problems). Ability to demonstrate an area of special interest/skill in assessment, therapeutic intervention or research/evaluation.
• Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS and HPC.
• Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively and well, orally and in writing, highly technical, and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, caress and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
• Able to plan own workload; and coordinate with other relevant staff in the delivery of clinical service
• Able to work at a high level of professional autonomy and responsibility, in a collaborative multi-disciplinary environment and also as a lone worker in circumstances where there may be exposure to verbal and sometimes physical aggression.
• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and its implications for clinical practice in relation to adult mental health acute care.
• Experience of working within a multi cultural framework.
• Experience of working in an adult mental health inpatient setting

Desirable

• Experience of having published in either peer reviewed academic or professional journals and/or booksExperience of having published in either peer reviewed academic or professional journals and/or books

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

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingfisher Court, Kingsley Green, Harper Lane, Radlett, WD7 9HQ

Kingsley Green, Harper Lane

Radlett

WD7 9HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Our staff work in a hybrid blend of home and office working. We provide the facilities for all staff to work full time in the office, but if you are able to provide yourself with a safe, suitable and confidential workspace at home, you may also work in a blended pattern.

Working from home is enabled making extensive use of Microsoft Teams and Outlook.

PWPs in the team offer Low Intensity CBT assessments, groups and treatments, as well as facilitating outreach events in the local community. There is also opportunity to be involved in working groups or champion areas.

A full internal CPD program is on offer to all our staff, which runs throughout the year.