Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

You will be responsible for providing excellent care to premature and term infants on NNU and our childrens ward, as well as delivering outpatient care for infants with faltering growth, and tube fed babies. In return we can offer you lots of support and encouragement from a friendly and experienced paediatric dietetic team, and excellent working relationships with our medical, nursing, AHP and admin colleagues.

You will also be supported by a proactive south west neonatal dietitians group who meet regularly to provide peer support and collaborate on improvement projects. Flexible working requests are welcomed and commonplace within the paediatric dietetic team.

Working Pattern: 30 hours per week

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Susie Costelloe, Lead Paediatric Dietitian on 01392 406063 or [email protected] for an informal chat

This is a fixed term contract until 19/04/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder is responsible for the ongoing assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of care. The post holder will carry out all relevant forms of care and will take responsibility for caseload holders in their absence. Professional/Ethical Practice

Ensuring that the community nurses within the team practice within a legal and ethical framework that adheres to The Code and local Trust Policies and Procedures.

Focusing resources to ensure equity of access for all individuals and groups within the locality.

Being personally accountable for professional and ethical actions and ensuring compliance with The Code.

Maintaining confidentiality, while communicating patient information, in such a way that preserves the dignity and privacy of the patient and family/carers.

Working in a non-judgmental anti-discriminatory way, with regard to cultural and religious beliefs of individuals and groups.

Ensuring that prior to any course of action involving individuals/groups has their informed consent.

Acting as an advocate for individuals and groups.

Bringing to the attention of team members when they are acting outside of the Code, Trust Policies and Procedures and identifying actions to rectify any professional issues. Patient Care Delivery/Communication

Developing, maintaining, and identifying problems with effective locality communication networks with other health professionals, statutory and voluntary agencies and helping to improve its effectiveness. To manage a caseload of patients with a broad range of complex and specialist needs, using evidence based and client centred principles to assess plan implement and evaluate interventions.

Accurately and timely recording of all care given to the patients and report any changes in the patients condition to the general practitioner or other members of the health/social care team and that may be used for investigations/serious incident reporting.

Attending and participate in staff meetings, MDTs and other meetings as required.

Ability to verbally explain complex issues in formal situations such as investigations.

Ability to formally present and discuss to individuals and groups ideas and issues pertinent to Community Nursing.

Identifying and allocating responsibility for the assessment of particular client groups.

Having responsibility for the health assessment of adults within the population as their needs arise.

Using the knowledge and skills necessary to assess individuals and groups, identifying the multiple needs of the patient, family/carer providing holistic care taking into consideration cultural differences.

Working within the Community Division as a member of the integrated community nursing team, participating in activities, which address the health needs of the general population.

Providing and maintaining a high standard of skilled nursing care for patients in their homes, health clinics and Care Homes using an evidence-based model of care, that is consistent with NICE guidelines, within own scope of practice and legislation.

Ensuring that nursing procedures are taught to relatives/carers so that the care of the patients may be continuous over 24 hours, and guidance is given on carrying out all treatments.

Ensuring the changing needs of individuals and groups are identified timely and adjustments to programmes of care are made.

Promoting and maintaining optimum health by identifying, planning, and undertaking specific health promotional activities with identified individuals and target groups.

Following Merseycare NHS Foundation Trust guidelines in all suspected and confirmed emotional, sexual, and physical abuse.

Ensuring that concerns and identified potential risks are referred to the appropriate General Practitioner (GP)/Multidisciplinary team immediately.Care/Caseload Management

Responsibility for the co-ordination in monitoring the care of patients with long term conditions, disease management and supporting clinical staff ensuring continuity and continuing care

Being responsible for the development of an annual caseload profile to identify the health needs and necessary resources to meet service needs, using the information to inform other professionals and to direct development of services.

Responsible for the setting of team objectives in conjunction with the Operational Lead.

Ensuring that all Human Resources policies are adhered to including the recruitment and employment of staff, the management of sickness absence.

Using own expertise and experience to present recommendations for service development.

Responsible for ensuring that all data relating to the patient activity of the team is input onto the information system accurately and on time as required by Trust policy.

Having delegated responsibility for budget management operating with constraints identified by management, and acts as an authorise signatory for goods and services.

Allocating work to make best use of the knowledge and skills of team members.

Having responsibility for ensuring that appraisals and PDPs are carried out within the team and the information collated.

Co-operating with Trust management and others in meeting statutory and local requirements of the Health and Safety Policy.

Identifying strategies aimed at minimising risks to staff, patients, clients, and others that use the health service.

Having the responsibility for accident/incident reporting.

Developing systems and processes that engage with users of the service ensuring services are designed to meet need.

Valuing the contribution that users of the service can make in shaping services.

Leading by example to inspire others with the values and vision for the present and future of Community Nurses nursing patients with long term conditions/acute disease management highlighting to individuals, the team, and the Trust the benefits of new ways of working

Having the ability to constructively challenge current working practices and overcome barriers during times of change.

District Nurse Team Leader Role:

To promote the attainment and maintenance of optimum health of patients who have long term conditions and acute disease management through predictive and proactive case management of an identified caseload of patients.

To formulate care plans that address the expressed health, social and cultural needs of the patient as an individual through working in partnership with the patient, the GP, specialist nurses and other stakeholder providers.

To promote patient centred care by integrating and co-ordinating the activities of the patient, relatives and carers, the individual practitioners, and teams in the provision of an efficacious management strategy for managing an individuals long-term condition.

To ensure that appropriate information regarding the condition of the patient is known to the GP and other appropriate stakeholder providers, by the development and maintenance of effective systems of inter-agency, inter-disciplinary communications.

In liaison with Integrated Community Nursing Teams, Social Services and GPs, provide clinical leadership to nursing teams to enable them to develop approaches that address the needs of patients with complex long-term conditions and acute disease.

Support pathways for smooth transition between primary, secondary, and tertiary care for patients, particularly those who are newly diagnosed or whose symptoms are poorly controlled, by liaison with specialists within primary and secondary care. Making direct referral of patients for medical assessment and diagnostic procedures using the care pathways approach.

Inform the development of policies and procedures relevant to the care of people with long term conditions and acute diseases by co-operating and assisting in research programmes relating to the client group. Valuing the contributions that users of the service can make in reshaping services by developing systems and processes that engage those users meaningfully to ensure services are designed to meet expressed need.

Ensure services are delivered and sustained in line with NICE guidelines/local targets and understand principles of disease management by leading, motivating, educating, and developing colleagues and others.

Promote admission avoidance and early discharge by effective liaison with internal and external stakeholders. Personal/Professional Development

Participating in the setting of personal objectives with the Operational Lead through the job appraisal and clinical supervision processes.

Giving advice on professional issues relating to community nursing.

Managing changes to ensure the smooth transition of new ways of working.

Identifying and investigating poor quality practices within the team and suggesting and agreeing actions to rectify practice.

Complying with and fulfilling the objectives of the Community Division.

Maintaining and continually updating professional knowledge and skills.

Undertaking yearly appraisals with team members, identifying their training, educational and development needs.

Assisting in the induction programme for new staff to the Merseycare NHS Foundation Trust as appropriate.

Using own knowledge and skills to inform the future development of policies and procedures relevant to Primary/Community care and district nursing in particular.

Ensuring the competencies relating to the nurse prescribing competency framework are maintained and developed.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level Registered Nurse
• First level qualification in District Nursing / specialist Practitioners qualification in District Nursing
• Nurse Prescriber V150/300
• Evidence of Post registration education in related areas

Desirable

• Practice Teacher/Supervisor and assessor experience
• Previous management course/qualification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of leadership & management qualities
• Experience at Band 6 level in community nursing setting
• Demonstrable contribution to practice developments in community care /chronic disease management/long term conditions/palliative, end of life care
• Evidence of collaborative working with multi-professional colleagues
• Evidence of effective communication across all levels of the organisation and with all stakeholders

Desirable

• Research & Development experience
• Experience of managing complaints

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate highly complex information where there may be barriers to understanding
• Ability to exercise critical thinking skills
• Ability to analyse date and present information to various audiences
• Ability to implement programmes or work streams leading to service changes
• Demonstrates up to date evidence based clinical knowledge in relation to community nursing
• Forward thinking able to identify opportunities for improvement in service development
• Motivated - able to motivate self and others to deliver a quality service
• Operational planning and delivery of care for complex caseloads including chronic disease management/Long term conditions/palliative care
• Computer literate - ability to use software programmes designed to maximise the contribution to the post
• Must have access to a vehicle & be able to commute to meet the demands of the role and remain flexible - to meet the demands of the service

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of current initiatives within the local & National health economy and of applicable guidelines, protocols, and frameworks
• Knowledge and experience of budget management
• Up to date knowledge of current Government and Local agendas and how these translate into local practice
• Research & Development experience
• Experience of managing complaints
• Evidence of providing professional/clinical leadership at postgraduate level
• Good working knowledge of the clinical governance agenda/National & Local priorities

Desirable

• Research & Development experience
• Experience of managing complaints

Values

Essential

• Continuous Improvement
• Accountability
• Respectfulness
• Enthusiasm
• Support
• High professional standards
• Responsive to service users
• Engaging leadership style
• Strong customer service belief
• Transparency and honesty
• Discreet
• Change oriented

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 Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sefton

Sefton

L34 1PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Community Services Division

This clinical division delivers community health services to people in their own homes, health centres and clinics, NHS walk-In centres and our older adults intermediate care ward at Aintree University Hospital site.

As well as the many community nursing services, this division delivers specialist dental health care, therapies, sexual health, medicines management and nutrition and dietetics services. Our teams work closely with GPs and other health and social care services to ensure patients are cared for with the best support, in or closer to their home.

Our services enable people to remain as independent as possible and many are delivered 24 hours, seven days a week.

Every year our staff deliver care to thousands of patients whilst talking to their families and carers. These hundreds of thousands of interactions mean that our staff are best placed to understand patients holistic health and social needs, including education, prevention and self care.

Please refer to the job descriptions attached for each of our divisions - you will be able to discuss your work area and location preference on the day of our recruitment event.

We are committed to helping staff balance work and home life and welcome applications from applicants wishing to work part-time or with flexible working arrangements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Practitioner

Desirable

• Assessor/teaching qualification or equivalent or equivalent work-based experience

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• Evidence of clinical experience in relevant field

Desirable

• Clinical supervision experience

Skills

Essential

• Awareness of Clinical Governance, patient group directions and associated policies
• Understanding of audit process
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills
• Conflict resolution skills
• IT literate
• Work as member of a team
• Ability to travel to work across boundaries

Desirable

• Understanding of local and national quality initiatives

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 Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sefton

Sefton

PR8 1PL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Community Services Division

This clinical division delivers community health services to people in their own homes, health centres and clinics, NHS walk-In centres and our older adults intermediate care ward at Aintree University Hospital site.

As well as the many community nursing services, this division delivers specialist dental health care, therapies, sexual health, medicines management and nutrition and dietetics services. Our teams work closely with GPs and other health and social care services to ensure patients are cared for with the best support, in or closerto their home.

Our services enable people to remain as independent as possible and many are delivered 24 hours, seven days a week.

Every year our staff deliver care to thousands of patients whilst talking to their families and carers. These hundreds of thousands of interactions mean that our staff are best placed to understand patients holistic health and social needs, including education, prevention and self care.

We are committed to helping staff balance work and home life and welcome applications from applicants wishing to work part-time or with flexible working arrangements.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing Associate Foundation Degree from an approved programme
• NMC Registered as a Nursing Associate

Desirable

• Additional post registration qualification relevant to field of practice

Experience

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with members of the public and health and care providers
• Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well being
• Evidence of improvement in support / development of less experienced staff
• Evidence of recent work based learning or self directed learning (Making Every Contact Count)

Desirable

• Evidence of improvement in support / development of less experienced staff
• Evidence of recent work based learning or self directed learning

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with members of the public and health and care providers
• Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well being
• Evidence of improvement in support / development of less experienced staff
• Evidence of recent work based learning or self directed learning (Making Every Contact Count)

Desirable

• Skills in audit and improvement methodology or willing to undertake

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to work effectively as a team member under appropriate supervision
• Knowledge of when to seek advice and refer to a registered care professional
• Ability to work independently and to use own initiative as appropriate and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to deal with nonroutine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Understanding of evidence-based practice
• Understands and acts in line with NMC professional standards for practice as outlined in the Code

Values

Essential

• Continuous improvement - committed to making improvements to our services for the benefit of all
• Accountability - taking ownership to anticipate, develop and deliver high quality care
• Respect - how we treat others in an inclusive and supportive way
• Enthusiasm - demonstrate our passion and pride for what we do and how we do it
• Support - actively supporting others with compassion and courage

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 Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sefton

Sefton

PR8 1PL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work with existing consultants and the multi-disciplinary team to provide a high quality well-led service for patients of Ashford & St Peters and Royal Surrey County Hospital, including the diagnosis, investigations, treatment and management of patients in accordance with Trust policies and practices.

Deliver Direct Clinical Care to patients, through all parts of the Department assisting clinical decision-making and sharing equally in the workload.

Have a continuing responsibility for the care of patients in his/her charge, ensuring safe handover as appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifiction

Essential

• Full registration (and with a licence to practise) with the General Medical Council at time of appointment.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Knowledge and experience of working Dermatology

Experience

Essential

• Experience of conducting clinical audit

Professional Development

Essential

• Demonstrates a commitment to maintaining professional skills and knowledge relevant to the post.

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peter's

St Peter’s Hospital

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.

Sirona care & health currently recruit overseas nursing and therapy staff through an NHS Trust Supplier and we adhere to the NHSE Code of Practice in relation to applicants from Red List countries. We are therefore, unable to accept any direct applications to this advert from candidates who are not already based in the UK.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registration
• SCPHN Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in collaboration with other health care and service providers to ensure seamless delivery of services for local families and communities
• An understanding of the roles and contributions of members of the health visiting team at primary health care team and community leve
• Demonstrate experience of working in partnership with parents using a solution focussed approach and appropriate assessment skills and tools that clearly demonstrate child and family strengths and support needs focussed on the 6 high impact areas.
• An understanding of the implications of cultural difference on appropriate, accessible and sensitive service delivery.

Desirable

• Group facilitation skills - either with parents or students or colleagues

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

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

Various locations across Bristol and North Somerset

BNSSG locality teams

Bristol

BS5 6XX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

As Clinical Lead Wheelchair Therapist, you will provide specialist clinical leadership to the Wheelchair and Specialist Seating Service. You will lead and undertake complex wheelchair, postural and seating assessments, using advanced clinical reasoning to support safe, effective and personalised equipment provision.

You will manage a complex clinical caseload across clinic, community and domiciliary settings, working collaboratively with therapy and rehabilitation engineering colleagues and external partners to identify appropriate solutions for people with a wide range of mobility and postural needs.

You will provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to therapy staff, with line management responsibilities as appropriate to the role. Working alongside the Professional Lead, you will contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and the ongoing development of the service.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and undertake specialist wheelchair, postural and seating assessments.
• Support the provision of appropriate equipment for children and adults with complex mobility and postural needs.
• Manage a complex clinical caseload across clinic, community and domiciliary settings.
• Apply advanced clinical reasoning and professional judgement when managing complex cases.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision and support to therapy staff.
• Undertake line management responsibilities as appropriate to the role.
• Work collaboratively with physiotherapy, occupational therapy and rehabilitation engineering colleagues.
• Develop effective working relationships with external partners and other services involved in patient care.
• Work with the Professional Lead to support clinical governance, audit and quality improvement activity.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of the Wheelchair and Specialist Seating Service.
• Promote safe, effective and person-centred practice across the service.

You will:

• Be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist.
• Be educated to Level 7 or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience.
• Have relevant experience in wheelchair services, specialist seating, posture management or complex rehabilitation.
• Be able to demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning and confident decision-making in complex situations.
• Be an effective and supportive clinical leader.
• Have excellent communication and multidisciplinary working skills.
• Be able to work collaboratively across professional and organisational boundaries.
• Be committed to clinical governance, quality improvement and service development.
• Be passionate, and forward thinking, about delivering safe, high-quality and person-centred care.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take a senior clinical role within a specialist service where you can make a meaningful difference to patient care, team development and the future direction of the service.

You will work alongside experienced therapy and rehabilitation engineering colleagues within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. The role offers the opportunity to maintain specialist clinical practice, develop and support colleagues, and help shape the ongoing development of wheelchair and specialist seating services.

If you are an experienced Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist with an interest in complex mobility, posture management and specialist seating, we would welcome your application. This is an excellent opportunity to bring together advanced clinical practice, leadership and service improvement within a highly specialist area of care.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Rachael Talbot, Clinical Lead Wheelchair Service at [email protected] or Jo Turner, EMC Operations Manager at [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 8RU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our dynamic Oral Surgery service on the bank.

You will work as part of a team providing a high level of clinical care within the Oral Surgery Service.

As well as working in Clinics you will be trained to work within a theatre setting assisting in local anaesthetic lists, and working within the multi-disciplinary team in the head and neck oncology clinics.

Person Specification

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of all dental procedures.
• Assisting the dental officer in all clinical dental procedures.

Desirable

• Dealing effectively with medically compromised patients.

Experience

Essential

• Relevant chairside experience

Desirable

• Supervising of junior dental nurses.

Special Requirements

Essential

• Ability to organise own and the work of others whilst under pressure.

Desirable

• Hold a current post within a general dental practice.

Statutory Registration

Essential

• GDC Registration of Dental Nurses

Desirable

• Evidence of PDP and continuous education.

Qualifications

Essential

• NEBDN National Diploma in Dental Nursing
• Minumum of 4 GCSE's
• Verifiable Professional Development hours.

Desirable

• Experience of assisting in oral surgery procedures.

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

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The post holder will be practicing autonomously as an Advanced Practitioner to provide patient-centred quality care. The Advanced Practitioner will work within the multi-professional framework for advanced clinical practice in England (HEE 2017). The post holder will dedicate 80% of their time to clinical duties and 20% to leadership and management, education and research activities, encompassing the four pillars of advanced practice, with duties spanning each of these to include but not limited to independent clinical assessment of complex patients with a range of colorectal cancers; developing and actioning management plans; independent non-medical prescribing; teaching and education of colleagues across the Trust; service development, active involvement in audit and participation in clinical supervision; working within the MDT; general surgical oncall responsibilities covering inpatient and surgical SDEC flow; advanced clinical procedures applicable to role. The post holder will work collaboratively with the Advanced Practitioners/ Consultant/ Service/operational lead. They will work with a high degree of autonomy and employ complex decision making and demonstrate core practice capabilities and area specific clinical competence.

The role will be based at NDDH

The role also has responsibilities for supporting the general surgical on call team working estimated 1 in 5 weeks.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Karin Pansell, Consultant Surgeon Colorectal & Medical Lead for Emergency General Surgery on [email protected] or Lizzy Elsey, Consultant Surgeon & Medical Lead for Colorectal on [email protected]

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Barnstaple

Devon

EX31 4JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Provide high quality, patient centred primary care by assessing, diagnosing, and managing a broad range of acute and chronic conditions. Deliver consultations via face to face, telephone, and digital platforms, and develop appropriate management plans. Prescribe medications, request and interpret investigations, and make referrals to secondary care where required. Promote health and wellbeing through preventative care and patient education. Maintain accurate clinical records and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and efficient patient care

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in primary care/general practice
• Ability to assess, diagnose, and manage a wide range of medical conditions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and safety
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Good organisational, time management, and IT skills
• Understanding of clinical governance and safeguarding responsibilities

Desirable

• Experience with SystmOne
• Teaching, training, or mentoring experience
• Involvement in quality improvement or audit

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and inclusion on the GP Register
• Licence to practise and evidence of ongoing CPD

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS
• Interest in a clinical specialism or service development

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

North Swindon Practice

Address

Home Ground Surgery

Thames Avenue

Swindon

SN25 1QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

Key Administration responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Provide comprehensive administrative support across a range of services and functions within Yorkshire Health Partners.

Accurately input, maintain and update information on organisational systems, ensuring data quality and confidentiality at all times.

Respond to telephone calls, emails and general enquiries, providing information and directing requests appropriately.

Support appointment booking, referral processing and associated administrative activities.

Manage diaries, arrange meetings and prepare relevant documentation as required.

Maintain electronic and paper-based filing systems, ensuring records are accurate, up to date and accessible.

Support the coordination of team activities and assist in the smooth day-to-day operation of services.

Produce routine reports, correspondence and other documents using Microsoft Office and organisational systems.

Prioritise and manage workload effectively, ensuring tasks are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.

Work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to support effective service delivery.

Contribute to the review and improvement of administrative processes and procedures.

Maintain confidentiality and comply with all relevant organisational policies, procedures and information governance requirements.

Participate in training, appraisal and personal development activities to maintain and enhance knowledge and skills.

Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role as reasonably required by the organisation.

Development Opportunity

Yorkshire Health Partners is committed to supporting staff development and career progression. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain practical experience across a range of Human Resources functions and, subject to organisational need, satisfactory performance and successful completion of probation, may be supported to undertake a Level 3 Human Resources qualification, such as the CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice. This role is ideal for individuals interested in developing a career in Human Resources and provides valuable exposure to recruitment, onboarding, and workforce administration.

As the postholder develops their knowledge, skills and experience within Human Resources, they may have the opportunity to undertake additional HR responsibilities, including but not limited to:

Provide administrative support for recruitment campaigns across a range of roles, including responding to enquiries from managers, colleagues and applicants. This will include assisting with the development, coordination and delivery of recruitment campaigns for Yorkshire Health Partners and partner organisations where required.

Promote vacancies through a variety of appropriate channels, including digital and social media platforms.

Coordinate and schedule interviews, assessment centres and other recruitment activities, liaising with applicants and recruiting managers as required.

Proactively manage candidates throughout the recruitment process, monitoring progress, maintaining regular communication and ensuring recruitment activities are completed in a timely manner.

Collate and process documentation required for pre-employment checks, including references, DBS checks, right to work verification and professional registration checks where applicable.

Prepare recruitment documentation, including conditional offer letters and employment paperwork, for review and authorisation by the appropriate manager.

Maintain accurate and confidential employee and recruitment records, ensuring all HR information is entered onto organisational systems in a timely manner.

Produce accurate HR data and reports as required to support workforce planning, compliance monitoring and management decision-making.

Support onboarding activities, ensuring all necessary documentation and employment checks are completed prior to commencement of employment.

Handle HR information sensitively and confidentially, ensuring compliance with GDPR, organisational policies and employment legislation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths (Grace 4/C or above) or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2/3 in Business Administration or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Working well with others to deliver goals
• Being motivated to deliver excellent services to support Primary Care in our region
• Has previously worked in a customer facing role
• Has a strong sense of what customer care means and delivers this for both our internal and external colleagues.
• Experience maintaining accurate records and handing confidential information
• Experience responding to enquiries via telephone and email
• Experience of undertaking detailed intensive work in a busy administrative environment.

Desirable

• Is familiar with SystmOne
• Experience working within healthcare, primary care, social care or the voluntary sector
• Has assisted in the provision of performance data
• Experience supporting recruitment or HR administration activities

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• To have some knowledge of office procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and data protection requirements
• Understanding of the importance of accurate record keeping and data quality
• Knowledge of healthcare and primary care
• To deliver outcomes based on set targets
• Liaise with other colleagues to promote the success of YHP and its Partner organisations in primary care
• Work to perpetuate a culture that is transparent and open
• Confidence user of Word, Excel, and other Microsoft packages. Also, adept at quickly developing skills with other IT software
• Can sustain meticulous attention to detail.
• Delivers to deadlines even when working under pressure.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Knowledge of social and health care matters.
• Knowledge of clinical systems
• Basic Human Resource functions and recruitment processes
• Ability to support recruitment, onboarding and workforce administration activities

Behaviours and values

Essential

• Communicates with colleagues well to ensure the smooth delivery of services
• Proactively supports others to deliver team objectives
• Takes responsibility for actions and looks to enhance the service and its reputation in all activities undertaken
• Actively engages with building personal capacity, resilience, learning and development
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to changing priorities
• Working Together
• Respect and Compassion
• Engagement and Involvement

Desirable

• Improvement and Development
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and develop knowledge of Human Resources practices and processes

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

Yorkshire Health Partners Ltd

Address

Unit 2

Annie Med Lane

South Cave

East Riding of Yorkshire

HU15 2HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://yorkshirehealthpartners.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please check the job description & person specification document for more information on the requirements for this job

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Category management experience
• MCIPS qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of achievements in savings and/or service improvements

Desirable

• NHS or Public sector experience
• Contract Management Experience
• Experience in people management and leadership
• At least 5 years experience in procurement, contracting or managing contracts

Qualifications

Essential

• MCIPS Qualification or equivalent 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.

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leatherhead Headquarters

Mole Business Park, 18, off Ronson Way, Randalls Rd, Leatherhead KT22 7AD

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Travel between Trust sites as required to carry out hands-on installation, configuration and troubleshooting of network hardware, including switches, cabling and wireless access points.

Assist with the remote configuration, monitoring and management of switches, routers and firewalls, under supervision, following agreed change control procedures.

Respond promptly and courteously to incidents and service requests logged through the IT Service Desk, managing own ticket queue and escalating complex issues to senior engineers as appropriate.

Support the team's vulnerability management activity, including assisting with scanning, basic triage and tracking remediation of identified issues to closure.

Assist with day-to-day event and alert monitoring across the network estate, identifying and escalating anomalies in line with agreed procedures.

Maintain accurate records of work carried out, including updates to tickets, configuration notes and asset information, to support an auditable service.

Work collaboratively with senior Network Engineers and wider Digital colleagues, building technical knowledge through on-the-job learning, shadowing and formal training.

Follow Trust change control and ITIL-aligned processes, ensuring changes to the network are carried out safely and with appropriate approval.

Adhere to Trust policies on information governance, data security and safe working practices, including lone working procedures when travelling between sites.

Undertake any other duties commensurate with the band and role, as reasonably requested by line management, to support the effective delivery of the Digital Infrastructure service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of general education, including English and Maths (GCSE or equivalent)
• IT-related qualification (e.g. BTEC, NVQ Level 2/3 in IT, or equivalent)

Desirable

• CompTIA Network+

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Some exposure to an IT environment (e.g. helpdesk, work placement, personal project build/repair, home networking) demonstrating an interest in technology
• Experience of working with, or providing a service to, other people (any sector)

Desirable

• Previous experience in an IT support or network support role
• Some exposure to working within the NHS

Skills

Essential

• Basic understanding of IT networking concepts (e.g. what a switch, router or firewall does)
• Logical, methodical approach to identifying and resolving straightforward technical issues
• Clear written and verbal communication skills; able to explain issues to colleagues at all levels
• Competent user of standard office software (email, Word, Excel)

Desirable

• Practical experience configuring or troubleshooting basic network hardware

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

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Leatherhead Headquarters

18 Mole Business Park

LEATHERHEAD

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The main responsibilities of the post-holder will be to scan documents, summarise and read code relevant information from the patients clinical records, hospital correspondence and other sources into the patients electronic SystmOne record held on the Practice Computer. Working strictly in accordance with the Practice notes summarising and read code protocols.

Key Tasks

Translate clinical information into appropriate read codes, forwarding letters onto GPs for checking.

Summarise records and produce an accurate summary of patient medical history.

Record incoming & outgoing medical records onto SystmOne from Primary Care Support England.

Liaise with Primary Care Support England with any queries relating to patient records and protocols.

Extraction of necessary data from clinical correspondence and input into electronic patient record.

View and disseminate hospital correspondence to GPs, ensuring that any urgent actions are flagged with appropriate member of staff.

Process links for pathology, radiology and microbiology results.

Maintain efficient system to file historical paper medical records.

Scan copies of relevant electronic and paper patient communications using SystmOne into patient records.

Undertake GP2GP transactions for transfer of patient medical records.

Locate and retrieve documents as needed by clinical and non-clinical staff.

Prepare monthly audit reports for clinicians when requested.

Process tasks, emails and general queries.

Deal with patient queries.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education standard grades at Grade A-C or
• equivalent, including Maths and English.
• Experience in a administrative role, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Proficiency in using computer systems and office software.
• Understanding of patient confidentiality and data protection.
• Must have excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills both written and oral.
• Good management and prioritisation of workload.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to deadlines.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Considerate and ability to empathise

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a GP surgery or healthcare environment.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Experience of SystmOne or similar patient records software.

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

Posterngate Surgery

Address

Portholme Road

Selby

North Yorkshire

YO8 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Business administration L4 or equivalent experience Or City & Guilds (AMSPAR) Level 3 Diploma in Medical administration or equivalent medical secretary experience
• RSA /OCR level 3 or equivalent experience or qualification in typing.
• ECDL or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Management qualification or working towards
• NVQ 3 Customer Service

Experience

Essential

• Experience of coordinating administration activities
• Experience of coordinating administration activities. Experience of working as a medical secretary
• Experience of organising workload and people

Desirable

• Previous NHS Experience

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Will work unsupervised
• Minute taking experience

Knowledge, Qualities and Other Relevant Requirements

Essential

• Evidence of Continual Personal Development
• Good team working ethic

Desirable

• Welsh Speaker

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

204 Abergele Road

Old Colwyn

Colwyn Bay

LL29 8AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the JD and PS For further information for this vacancy this attached Job Description and Person Specification for you to view.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Knowledge

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with the HCPC
• Specialist knowledge of occupational therapy models of practice, standardised assessments, and their use in practice
• knowledge and understanding of the evidence-based relevant to the clinical area
• Experienced and competent practice educator with up to date SLiP training

Desirable

• Evidence of current CPD/formal qualifications at an advanced level e.g. degree or post graduate level or equivalent
• Full understanding/application of relevant clinical practice/standards/audit within identified clinical area

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Able to demonstrate effective inter-personal/communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate ethical values and attitudes within a culture of equality and diversity
• Ability to commute between the various sites

Desirable

• Awareness of leadership/management skills and qualities
• Working knowledge of Trust policies and procedures.

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

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Psychiatric Intervention Care Unit (PICU)

Miranda House, Gladstone Street

Hull

HU3 2RT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver safe, effective, evidencebased perioperative care in the scrub role, in line with NMC standards and Trust policies.
• Take responsibility for the perioperative management of an allocated group of patients, ensuring highquality, patientcentred care throughout their surgical journey.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times, involving relatives and carers appropriately in the care process.
• Prepare, check, and maintain theatre equipment, surgical instruments, and consumables, escalating faults promptly and ensuring safe operation.
• Provide skilled scrub assistance to the surgical team, ensuring aseptic technique and adherence to infection prevention and control standards.
• Monitor patient condition within the scrub role, recognising deviations from normal and escalating concerns promptly to senior staff.
• Participate in the safe positioning, transfer, and handling of patients in accordance with Trust policies and manual handling guidelines.
• Ensure accurate, contemporaneous documentation using electronic and written systems in line with Trust and legal requirements.
• Contribute to the smooth running of theatre lists, supporting efficient workflow and patient safety.
• Report adverse incidents, near misses, equipment failures, and safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust procedures.
• Rotate to other clinical areas within the department as required or identified through appraisal and personal development planning.
• Participate in the departmental oncall rota and work flexibly, including long shifts, weekends, and unsocial hours, to meet service needs.

EDUCATIONAL AND RESEARCH RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain uptodate clinical knowledge and skills, engaging in continuous professional development and reflective practice.
• Maintain full compliance with mandatory training, including safe use of medical devices, ensuring personal and team competencies remain current and aligned with Trust and regulatory standards.
• Keep informed of current research, evidencebased practice, and developments in perioperative care, applying relevant findings to clinical practice.
• Support the learning and development of students, new staff, and trainees through role modelling, supervision, and constructive feedback.
• Participate in teaching activities, simulation sessions, and departmental training programmes as required.
• Contribute to audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient care and service delivery.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and all Trust policies, maintaining high professional standards and acting as an ambassador for the nursing profession.
• Uphold the values of the Trust, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all aspects of practice.
• Take responsibility for personal professional development, completing mandatory training, annual appraisal, and maintaining a portfolio that meets NMC revalidation requirements.
• Engage in reflective practice, identifying learning needs and working with an appraiser to develop and achieve a personal development plan.
• Maintain excellent communication with patients, colleagues, and the multidisciplinary team, contributing to team briefings, WHO checklists, and postoperative debriefs.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a positive role model, promoting a culture of safety, teamwork, and highquality care.
• Support the team leader or theatre coordinator by communicating significant changes, concerns, or operational issues in a timely manner.
• Contribute to effective theatre management by assisting with planning, prioritising, and coordinating daily activities.
• Participate in departmental meetings, service reviews, and discussions relating to service improvement and patient experience.
• Take reasonable steps to safeguard the health, safety, and wellbeing of patients, colleagues, and visitors within the clinical environment.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in rotation between Stanmore Main and Centenary Theatres as required to support service delivery.
• Engage in service developments, new ways of working, and Trust sustainability initiatives.
• Demonstrate flexibility in working patterns to meet the needs of the service, including long days, weekends, and oncall commitments.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role and grade as required to support safe and effective theatre services.

Recognise that this job description outlines the general scope of the role and may be amended in consultation with the post holder to reflect evolving service requirements

Person Specification

Communication & Relationship Skills

Essential

• Able to communicate clearly, professionally, and compassionately with patients, carers, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Able to follow instructions and escalate concerns appropriately
• Demonstrates effective teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Desirable

• Experience communicating with patients in a perioperative or acute clinical setting

Knowledge, Training & Experience

Essential

• NMC/HCPC Registered Nurse (Adult)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and understanding of perioperative safety principles.

Desirable

• Previous experience in theatres, surgical environments, or orthopaedics
• Additional perioperative-related training (e.g. scrub skills course)
• Previous experience in a leadership or supervisory role within a healthcare environment

Analytical & Judgment Skills

Essential

• Able to recognise changes in patient condition and escalate promptly.
• Able to follow clinical guidelines and safety procedures
• Demonstrates sound decision-making

Desirable

• Experience contributing to problem-solving or service improvement

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

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital

Brockley Hill

Stanmore

HA7 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Principal duties

The post holder will be responsible for working within a team to process and respond to requests as required under the Data Protection Act (DPA) 2018, the Access to Health Records Act 1990 and the Freedom of Information Act 2000.

Responsible for monitoring the Access to Records mailbox to ensure all requests are responded to within the required legal timescales.

Responsible for logging, coordinating and monitoring Information Rights requests received both electronically and via post. To check that the relevant criteria has been met, e.g. confirming that the requester is entitled to receive the information they have requested and that they hold the relevant documentation.

Provide first line support and point of contact for enquiries, handling incoming/ outgoing communications/ sensitive data/ issues from Senior Managers, staff and other organisations with empathy and in a confidential manner

Required to keep up to date and comprehensive progress notes on the case management system, providing an accurate audit trail of all actions undertaken throughout the lifecycle of each request.

Responsible for own caseload working flexibly ensuring all requests are responded to within locally defined KPIs and the required legal timescales.

Be proficient when responding to both internal/external enquiries received, guiding the requester through the relevant process/procedure.

Responsible for checking a range of Trust clinical and corporate systems to confirm that the information is held on an individual held by the Trust.

Responsible for downloading medical records as appropriate and then creating a shareable electronic file (in readiness for transferring via the secure file transfer system) or preparing paper copies as requested.

Responsible for adhering to the Trusts and Departments procedures, on handling requests at all times.

Identify complex matters that will need the involvement of the Information Rights Team Leader and/or IG Manager or DPO and to then follow their guidance received.

Escalate requests where necessary to the Information Rights Team Leader and monitor and provide regular progress updates. This includes information requests which are likely to breach the statutory timescale, to provide relevant information to as to the cause and to consider solutions.

To resolve any queries relating to the information being requested; responding to initial concerns raised.

Responsible for collating and checking all information that will be sent out of the Department in response to the request received, that it does not include third party information, ensuring it is redacted and applying any exemptions. This includes ensuring a serious harm test has been completed by an appropriate health professional and redactions applied.

Undertake a variety of analytical and administrative work relating to the wider Information Rights portfolio. In addition, they will be required to undertake some administrative tasks; co-ordinating meetings and maintaining up to date document repositories for the Team.

To foster good working relationships with colleagues and where necessary arrange meetings with Clinicians or Trust FOI Leads.

To participate in department development and continuous improvement ethos and participate in departmental meetings.

To work on tasks that support the trust to achieve Data and Security Toolkit (DSPT) compliance.

Any other duties and tasks as may be required, appropriate to the level of the post

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• oUnderstanding of the Data Protection Act 2018, Freedom of Information Act 2000, Common Law Duty of Confidentiality and Access to Health Records Act 1990.
• oAbility to multi-task efficiently and effectively.
• oProven effective communication skills both verbally and written with attention to detail.
• oComputer literate - general knowledge base and keyboard skills.
• oExcellent organisational skills
• oAbility to work under pressure to a high standard of output
• oAbility to plan and organise own workload with minimum supervision under own initiative and prioritise between competing demands
• oAbility to develop good working relationships with a multidisciplinary team
• oExcellent analytical skills, interpretation and reviewing skills
• oExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with a wide range of individuals including staff and service users

Desirable

• oAdaptable to changes required to carry out the role; e.g. Change in legislation/internal procedures (continuous improvement)
• oExperience of using Clinical Systems e.g. RiO, SystmOne

training and qualifications

Essential

• oEducated to GCSE or equivalent (to include English & Maths)
• oLevel 3 - NVQ or equivalent relevant experience
• oAbility and willingness to undertake additional personal training relevant to role.
• oEvidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• oECDL
• oInformation Governance Qualification

Experience

Essential

• oTeam working
• oExperience of working with Health Records and knowledge & understanding of current records management guidance
• oExperience of working in a customer focussed environment
• oExperience of processing/handling sensitive, complex information
• oExperience of handling difficult conversations & sensitive information with a wide spectrum of people, i.e, staff & members of the public
• oWorking within legal timeframes/deadlines

Desirable

• oExperience of using Clinical Systems/EPR
• oExperience of working on Information Rights requests

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wardsend Road

Wardsend Road North

Sheffield

S6 1LX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information with regards to this role please see the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications, Education and Training

Essential

• Advanced keyboard skills: RSA/OCR III or equivalent/Advanced ECDL
• 3 or more GCSE/O levels which must include English and Maths
• 'A' Level/BTEC Diploma/NVQ3 Business Administration/Customer Service or equivalent experiential learning, OR demonstrable experience within A&C field at Advanced level
• Higher National Certificate/Foundation degree/ diploma/NVQ4 in Business Administration/Customer Services or equivalent experience in a wide range of secretarial/administrative/PA role and leading specific projects/information systems
• RSA III or equivalent advanced keyboard skills
• Intermediate level of theoretical knowledge. A good understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to the relevant service area

Desirable

• Advanced EDCL
• Degree in Administration/Business
• Diploma/NVQ 5 in Business Administration/Customer Services
• A broad understanding of relevant policy, legislation drivers and their application to the relevant service area

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Demonstratable experience of practice and procedures relevant to the area of work.
• Experience of preparing agendas and papers and writing minutes.
• Knowledge and experience of IT systems, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience of inputting data into systems and maintaining records.
• Experience of effectively supervising junior staff
• Understanding of a range of work procedures and practices, some of which are non-routine and acquired through formal training or equivalent experience
• Sound experience of IT systems
• Experience of using a range of Microsoft software packages
• Experience of taking minutes at meetings
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, carers and other agencies

Desirable

• Experience of using Trust IT Systems - oe.g. Lorenzo, ESR, Oracle. oExperience of use of Microsoft Teams.
• Understanding of a range of work procedures and practices, requiring expertise underpinned by theoretical knowledge or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience of building effective working relationships Demonstrable experience of IT systems implementation

Skills, Competencies and Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to demonstrate inter-personal communication skills
• Able to plan and prioritise effectively
• Good telephone manner
• A team player
• Ability to motivate others
• Ability to demonstrate ethical values and attitudes within a culture of equality and diversity
• Confidential and trustworthy
• Ability to commute effectively between the various sites with access to appropriate means of transport is essential
• Evidence of effective inter -personal communication skills
• Able to plan and prioritise own time and meet tight deadlines
• Ability to demonstrate ethical values and attitudes within a culture of equality and diversity
• Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to be sensitive to individuals who may be distressed
• Light physical effort required for lifting stationery, files, sitting at a keyboard

Desirable

• Understanding of a range of work procedures and practices, requiring expertise underpinned by theoretical knowledge or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience of building effective working relationships
• Demonstrable experience of IT systems implementation

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

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Remote / College House

Hull

HU10 6ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Act as a point of contact, receive and direct patients and visitors on arrival, providing reception services for patients, carers, staff, public, internal, and external customers.2. Sort and prioritise incoming queries in line with the written guidance.3. Respond to all telephone, e-mail and general enquiries ensuring that appropriate messages are emailed, or action is taken, escalating enquiries as and when required.4. Provide demographic details of cases when requested.5. Liaise with colleagues at all levels both within the team and across other agencies and in other organisations to request and compile health information in a timely manner.6. Responsibility for arranging clinics, booking appointments and associated data entry including the retrieval and maintenance of electronic patient records.7. Responsibility of creating new records and discharging records on the electronic records system.8. Ensuring the maintenance of the referral pathway process following Service procedures including liaison with other agencies and seeking consent as necessary.9. Input patient sensitive/confidential information onto patient administration system ensuring accuracy, updating information as appropriate.10. Record accurate and timely contact notes with patients on electronic record in line with Trust record keeping policy.11. The post holder will propose any necessary changes of local protocols to aid service improvement, and to ensure that all standard operating procedures and guidance documents are kept up to date.12. Maintain appropriate supplies for the team, being responsible for all necessary ordering of supplies/ equipment.13. Produce statistics, documents and reports using various computerised systems as appropriate for example data relating to key performance indicators.14. To highlight any operational concerns regarding administrative systems so that they can be reviewed.15. Work closely with clinical and operational teams to ensure that rotas are up to date and shared with the appropriate person.16. Participate in all necessary mandatory and targeted training to update skills and knowledge.17. Maintain comprehensive electronic health records as per standard operating procedures.18. Deal with all communications/correspondence confidentially as per Information Governance Policy and information sharing guidance.19. Supervision of other administrative support staff. 20. To ensure the creation of new clinical records.21. Facilitating and contributing to meetings including booking meeting rooms, arranging refreshments, taking, and circulating notes and agendas as necessary. Meetings include but not limited to MDT meetings and service / team meetings.22. Support diary management as required. To work with others to plan ahead and manage diary commitments ensuring equal balance and best use of time for meeting commitments. 23. To participate and be engaged in service improvement initiatives/ activities to enhance quality of patient care. For example, participation in task and finish groups.The post holder shall as necessary, provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues.24. The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or NVQ2 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Customer Service Qualification

Skills

Essential

• Standard keyboard skills

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• IT literate
• Proven experience of word processing, spreadsheet, and email software
• Experience of using patient administration systems
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including telephone skills and face to face communication
• Experience of general administration office skills - filing, photocopying, faxing, note taking
• Experience of working to conflicting demands and work effectively within teams
• Ability to work in a confidential and sensitive manner
• Ability to plan, prioritise and schedule own work
• Able to work flexibly in accordance with service needs
• Experience of handling cash/raising invoices relating to patient charges
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work without supervision

Values

Essential

• Continuous Improvement - Committed to making improvements to our services for the benefit of all
• Accountability - taking ownership to anticipate, develop and deliver high quality care
• Respect - how we treat others in an inclusive and supportive way
• Enthusiasm - demonstrate our passion and pride for what we do and how we do it.
• Support - actively supporting others with compassion and courage

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 Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various

4-5 Dempster Building

Summers Road

L3 4BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Receive and direct patients and visitors on arrival at the centre, providing reception services for patients, staff, public, internal and external customers and organisations ensuring sensitivity when dealing with distressing situations.

Answering telephone calls using the switchboard system receive and process incoming and outgoing telephones calls, taking messages and responding appropriately to maintain effective communication channels.

Sorting and distribution of mail to all departments.

Assisting with the collection of data and statistics to produce standardised computer generated reports and/or statistical information for managers as and when required.

Maintain filing systems and other records as required ensuring they are up to date and accurate and implement changes to systems and procedures as directed.

To participate in meetings as required. To ensure a professional approach to work maintaining confidentiality throughout.

Generally monitor security within the building.

Ensuring reception and waiting areas are kept clean, tidy and safe.

Report any incidents or accidents in accordance with Trust Policy.

Staff may be required to work from other bases within the organisation.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• Continuous improvement - committed to making improvements to our services for the benefit of all
• Accountability - taking ownership to anticipate, develop and deliver high quality care
• Respect - how we treat others in an inclusive and supportive way
• Enthusiasm - demonstrate our passion and pride for what we do and how we do it.
• Support - actively supporting others with compassion and courage

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or NVQ2 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Customer Service Qualification

Skills

Essential

• Standard keyboard skills

Knowledge/Experience

Essential

• IT literate
• Proven experience of word processing, spreadsheet, and email software
• Experience of using patient administration systems
• Experience of general administration office skills - filing, photocopying, faxing, note taking
• Experience of working to conflicting demands and work effectively within teams
• Ability to work in a confidential and sensitive manner.
• Experience of handling cash/raising invoices relating to patient charges
• Ability to plan, prioritise and schedule own work.
• Good organisation skills
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Able to work flexibly in accordance with service needs.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills including telephone skills and face to face communication

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 Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mersey Reach

Unit 5 Galgate Drive

Bootle

L30 6AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post holder works in a multidisciplinary administration team consisting of receptionists, secretarial and waiting list staff.
• To undertake a range of duties to ensure an accurate and efficient waiting list and bookings service is available to specialised medical units within the Radiology Directorate.
• To act as a first point of contact for the unit and co-ordinate all patient appointments and enquiries using initiative to discern between queries ensuring minimum interruption to the unit or immediate response depending upon appropriate action.
• To be responsible for the achievement of all NHS Waiting Time targets including but not excusive to Cancer Waits, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Waits.
• To work on a rotational basis covering reception duties.
• To participate in all aspects of the administration service within Radiology.

Whilst Newcastle Hospitals are a forward thinking and highly innovative organisation, the use of Third-Party Artificial Intelligence (AI) presents a risk to the integrity of our Recruitment & Selection processes. If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual application or to the recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent or equivalent experience
• Educated to GCSE level, with GCSE Grade 4 or above in English or equivalent or relevant experience

Desirable

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above including Mathematics and English or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• ECDL, Microsoft Office Specialist or equivalent experience
• Significant experience in an administrative role in an NHS / health care environment or comparable organisation
• Experienced in Microsoft Office packages (Excel, Word, etc)
• Have a familiarity with Hospital Information Management Systems such as PAS and of medical terminology
• Knowledge of NHS Waiting Times Directives
• Knowledge of Confidentiality
• Experience in efficient, accurate, high-volume date
• Have an understanding of the NHS, including recent reforms such as Freedom of information, Caldecott Guardians

Desirable

• Previous experience in a higher clerical role
• Knowledge of Radiology Waiting Time Directives and pathways

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
• Articulate with excellent communication and interpersonal skills - must be mature and able to communicate information to patients, emphasise and deal sympathetically with matters of a sensitive nature (recent diagnosis of cancer, LMP, patients requiring Hystro appointments etc.)
• Possess a high degree of judgement

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

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Freeman Hospital

317 Freeman Hospital

NE7 7DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To view the main responsibility, please see the attached the Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline

Desirable

• Master's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant discipline

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience of leading organisational-wide strategic or transformational projects in the public or private sector
• Experience of managing strategic partners and suppliers over a multi-year project
• Experience of managing budgets for a large, multi-year project or service
• Experience of working collaboratively with enabling services and key stakeholders across a large, complex organisation
• Knowledge of research techniques to inform, plan, and evaluate projects
• Experience of writing associated policies, guidelines, and procedures to support embedding standards and requirements
• Knowledge of UK accessibility law, the Equality Act, NHS accessible information standard, and UK Government wayfinding guidance

Desirable

• Experience using an asset management system, content management system, or customer relationship management system
• Experience of applying statutory accessibility standards and laws to wayfinding, print, or digital communications
• Line management experience

Skills, abilities, and attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Excellent project management skills
• Ability to tailor messages to different staff groups, stakeholders, and members of the public through a range of channels
• Ability to build relationships with and influence people at all levels, and to work with senior colleagues with confidence
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Proactive, takes own initiative and is able to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable

• Proficient use of an asset management system, content management system, or customer relationship management system.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Power Apps or alternative platform
• Experience of applying statutory accessibility standards and laws to wayfinding, print, or digital communications

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

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Northwick Park Hospital

Watford Road

Harrow

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Role Summary

The post holder will be part of an NHS Talking Therapies service and will provide high intensity interventions - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).The post holder will work with clients who have a range of Anxiety and Depression related problems for which CBT is demonstrated to be clinically effective.

The post holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

CLINICAL

• Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.
• Assess clients for suitability for psychological interventions.
• Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the departments referral protocols, and refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary.
• Formulate, implement and evaluate therapy programmes for clients.
• Use highly developed communication skills in working with people to understand their personal and often very sensitive difficulties.
• To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment and treatment of clients in line with the service standards.
• Educate and involve family members and others in treatment as necessary, conveying CBT and other psychological formulations with sensitivity in easily understood language.
• Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week, in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.
• Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.
• Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.
• Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols.
• Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.
• Assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process.
• Carry out clinical audits of service performance, including service user surveys and evaluations, and help to collate and disseminate the results for feedback.
• Liaise with other health and social care staff from a range of agencies in the care provided for clients.
• Provide specialist advice and consultation to other professionals / individuals / groups / committees across Mental Health Trusts, Primary Care Trusts and other voluntary agencies regarding service matters, related to the practice and delivery of specific agreed therapeutic modalities and service provision.
• Provide weekly duty cover where incoming referrals are screened and support is provided to the team in choosing the appropriate treatment pathway and with safety management.

TRAINING AND SUPERVISION

• Contribute to the teaching and training of mental health professionals and other staff working in the service.
• Prepare for, attend and participate in clinical skills supervision and case management supervision as outlined in service policy.

PROFESSIONAL

• Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to the employer and any regulating, professional and accrediting bodies (e.g. BABCP), and keep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the Department of Health (e.g. NHS plan, National Service Framework, National Institute for Clinical Excellence).
• Ensure that client confidentiality is protected at all times.
• Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in the spheres of CBT and other psychological therapies.
• Ensure clear professional objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed with senior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development (CPD).
• Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with Line Manager.
• Participate in individual performance reviews and respond to agreed objectives.
• Keep up to date all records in relation to CPD and ensure personal development plan maintains up to date specialist knowledge of latest theoretical and service delivery models/developments.
• Attend relevant conferences / workshops in line with identified professional objectives.
• Participate in service improvement by highlighting issues and implementing changes in practice.

ADVISORY / LIAISON

• Provide an advisory service on matters related to the practice and delivery of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy to individuals/groups/committees across mental and physical health services and other voluntary agencies.
• Promote and maintain links with Primary Care and Secondary Care Staff to help co-ordinate the provision of an effective Psychological Therapies Service.

GENERAL

• To contribute to the development of best practice within the service.
• To maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, national and local policies and procedures in relation to Mental Health and Primary Care Services.
• All employees have a duty and responsibility for their own health and safety and the health of safety of colleagues, patients and the general public.
• All employees have a responsibility and a legal obligation to ensure that information processed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and in line with the Data Protection Act (2018) and Security and Confidentiality Policies.
• It is the responsibility of all staff that they do not abuse their official position for personal gain, to seek advantage of further private business or other interests in the course of their official duties.
• This Job Description does not provide an exhaustive list of duties and may be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder in light of service development.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Communications, Interpersonal and Personal Skills

Essential

• Full range of skills and competencies as laid out in the competence framework for CBT (Roth and Pilling 2007)
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
• Has received training (either formal or through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice
• Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
• Accredited with a professional psychological therapy organisation or working towards accreditation
• Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
• Demonstrates a knowledge of the issues surrounding work and the impact it can have on mental health / benefits & employment systems
• Knowledge of medication used in anxiety and depression and other common mental health problems
• Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
• Knowledge of child protection issues and other relevant legislation
• Flexible in approach to the needs of the service and responsive to change
• Understands and supports principles of equality, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently, organising and prioritising own workload to changing and often tight deadlines
• Works effectively as part of a team, supports colleagues, and contributes to shared goals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively, manage time effectively, and maintain professionalism.
• Ability to build effective working relationships, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain confidentiality. Shows initiative, reliability, and adaptability.
• Ability to use clinical supervision and personal development positively and effectively
• Ability to be self-reflective, whilst working with service users, & in own personal and professional development and in supervision
• The ability and skills to act as an advocate for the service, to engage and foster good professional relationships with all health professionals in promoting the good integration of this service with the wider health care system
• Ability to travel to and from different clinical settings within working hours.

Desirable

• Completed clinical audits within a service
• Fluent in languages other than English

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services
• Ability to manage own caseload and time
• Demonstrates high standards in written communication
• Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers
• Experience with routine outcome monitoring
• Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
• Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets

Desirable

• Experience of teaching and liaising with other professional groups

Qualifications

Essential

• Band 6/7 Therapist:
• Qualification from High Intensity (previously IAPT) Course (Post Graduate Diploma)
• Relevant experience in Primary Care treating anxiety and depression
• Good record of Continuing Professional Development and willingness to continue this

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

North Hampshire Urgent Care

Address

The Meads Business Centre

19 Kingsmead

Farnborough

GU14 7SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nhuc.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification information pack for further detailed information regarding this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications / Training

Essential

• General Education
• GCSE Level or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Keyboard skills
• Basic Numeracy and literacy
• Microsoft Windows skills

Previous Experience

Essential

• Customer / patient care
• Relevant clerical or admin background (reception experience). Preferably NHS experience or other health related organisation
• NVQ3 or equivalent experience

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication
• Keeping calm in difficult situations
• Organisational skills
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Ability to work under pressure

Other Requirements

Essential

• Understanding of, and commitment to, equality, diversity and inclusion
• Role model our Trust values every day
• Ability to work without supervision
• Good team working, flexibility
• Ability to work with people at all levels within the organisation / professions
• Diplomatic, mature & positive attitude

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 and North Hertfordshire Teaching NHS Trust

Address

Lister Hospital

Coreys Mill Lane

Stevenage

SG1 4AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.enherts-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)