Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Context

• The Care Act was the most significant change in social care legislation in 70 years. The Act introduced a number of new duties for local authorities, including the wellbeing principles and statutory responsibilities to carers and safeguarding adults at risk of harm or neglect. The Act also introduced a new national eligibility criterion for adult social care. The Act represents a shift in social care practice to encompass all professions within social care and emphasises personalisation in social work practice, where assessment is considered an intervention and where social work practice should take account of the individual strengths of the person, their family and friends and wider community.
• The new Adult Social Care Assurance Framework will measure the quality and effectiveness of adult social care services within the Local Authority. There will be a significant focus on developing staff awareness of performance, quality, the experience and outcomes for people using social care services and continuous assessment of local authorities against nationally agreed Key Lines of Enquiry.
• You will work as part of the team under the Practice Lead, Portfolio Lead or Countywide Group Manager in a specific locality or team. The focus of the Advanced Practitioner in the team is to implement the requirements of the Care Act with a focus on quality, performance, practice and outcomes for people. In a local team, this extends to include complex casework and supporting Practice Leads with safeguarding coordination and any other relevant legislation applicable to specialist country wide teams.
• Working across adults, older adults community social care teams as well as in specialist team areas, the main focus of the role will be supporting the Practice Lead, Portfolio Leads and Countywide Group Managers with quality assurance, team performance, coordination of safeguarding and complex casework. Advanced Practitioners will have line management responsibility of a small number of Social Care Coordinators and Wellbeing Officers.

Operational Management

• Directly line manage a small group of social care coordinators and wellbeing Occupational Therapy Assistants.
• Work with specific teams within the scope of the line manager in ensuring that practice is compliant with relevant legislation, is safe and of good quality.
• Develop staff awareness and practice in respect of performance and quality.
• Ensure the compliance of designated operational teams with various performance requirements.
• In conjunction with leads to undertake quality monitoring of adult social care, social work, occupational therapy practice through the review of assessment and support planning in accordance with timescales and other quality standards agreed in local procedures alongside other procedures.
• Ensure that support planning reflects the personal, familial and community assets or strengths of the adult with care and support needs or carer and that the principles of best value are consistently applied.
• Ensure that practice and support planning meet the desired outcomes for people and that their views and opinions are reflected in social work practice and recording.
• Ensure that the national eligibility criteria are consistently applied, with a clear rationale for the decision being made and that due consideration is given to the wellbeing principle.
• Report to line manager any areas of concern around practice, performance or concordance with legislative requirements.
• Ensure the Practice Development Officers are aware of any issues and assist in developing, implementing and managing improvements in practice within Adult Social Care Community teams and their interfaces with other professionals in relevant agencies.
• Ensure teams have processes in place to support the Performance framework and highlight interventions and trends in social care, social work, occupational therapy practice within their specific locality.
• Lead on a program of audit and review of activities across the Directorate which identify improvements in performance and lead to better service standards.
• Report to the leads any issues of particular risk to adults with care and support needs or care or services which might attract attention from Members or the media.
• To work towards the highest possible levels of data quality.
• To ensure a consistency of approach and outcomes.
• Deputise for leads as required.

Resource Management

• Provide day-to-day information advice and guidance to staff within a specific locality.
• Support the Practice Team in ensuring that training delivered meets required standards and reflects current best practice.
• Ensure local managers and staff to use initiative in the identification of key issues in relation to improving performance, existing systems and activity, and produce proposals to address these.
• To ensure that all staff and managers have a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities, with regard to the performance and quality agenda and to develop appropriate skills to deliver the performance agenda.
• Be a Practice Educator for students who are placed in or visiting the team as agreed with line manager.

Communications

• Communicate effectively with other practitioners and professionals to ensure required outcomes are achieved.
• To ensure regular communication of performance issues to all staff in ways that are easily understandable.
• Provide professional information, advice and guidance as required.
• Represent North Yorkshire Council as required with internal and external customers.
• Develop expertise in coaching and mentoring staff who are less experienced.
• In conjunction with the Practice Development Officers deliver workshops and or learning events to support the ongoing development of social work practice in specific teams, locality or across the county as required.

Systems and Information

• Ensure that practitioners utilise the current business processes to support the Adult Social Care in relation to case recording, quality, performance, and financial monitoring and outcomes for people.
• Based on the analysis of the data collection contribute to the development and monitoring of improvement plans within a specific locality.
• Assist in the collection of performance and outcome data and make appropriate use of IT systems.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement and development of Adult Social Care processes and systems in conjunction with the strategic objectives of the Directorate.
• To work with leads in developing team/ service targets for performance gains on a monthly basis in line with national and Directorate expectations.
• To ensure early identification of variations in performance and quality using diagnostic tools.
• To work with leads to develop solutions and implement action plans locally and ensure that best practice is shared across the County.
• To analyse and interpret data in order to identify the most effective courses of action.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educate to degree level or equivalent with a professional social care qualification. e.g. Degree in Social Work, Occupational Therapy, DipSW, CQSW.
• Professional registration with Social Work England or HCPC.

Desirable

• Best Interest Assessor Training
• Approved Mental Health Professional qualification
• Practice Educator or equivalent qualification

Occupational Skills

Essential

• Ability to work independently using experience and initiative.
• Ability to work well with others to promote Directorate and Health and Adult Services policies and objectives.
• Ability to contribute to an annual service performance plan and monitor standards to facilitate continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to use persuasion, influencing and or negotiation techniques to influence others.
• Resilience skills. Works productively in a pressurised environment and supports others to do so.
• Ability to act calmly during difficult circumstances and recovers quickly from setbacks.
• Effective time management and planning skills, meets deadlines.
• Effective written communication skills, communicates effectively in writing to produce documents in a range of formats and styles to suit a range of audiences. Excellent case recording and report writing skills.
• Decision making skills, can make decisions within own area of responsibility which may involve considering risks.
• Ability to monitor quality and service standards.
• Good IT skills including use of email, intranet, internet, word, excel and inputting date into the Councils assessment system.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Problem solving skills, uses creativity and innovation to generate solutions to problems.
• Resource Management skills.
• Planning and project management skills.
• Ability to respond to a changing environment and performance demands, flexible and adaptable.
• Creative and Innovative.
• Highly motivated.
• Open manner, with the ability to work well with colleagues at all levels in the organisation.
• Effective leadership skills and the ability to promote Directorate and Adult and Community Services operational policy and objectives.

Experience

Essential

• Advanced practitioners must have substantial experience in adult social care undertaking complex work in the application of relevant legislation.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of effective assessment and social care practice to deliver the best outcomes for people.
• Knowledge and understanding of social care policy developments and good practice at a local and national level.
• Knowledge of community, residential and day services for adults with social care needs.
• Good working knowledge, understanding and application of the Care Act and regulations.
• Knowledge and understanding of other relevant legislation for adult social care, for example the Mental Capacity Act, Human Rights Act and other relevant legislation pertaining to Specialist area.
• Knowledge of statutory requirements, including requirements in respect, equality and anti-discrimination legislation, data protection and confidentiality.
• Knowledge and understanding of how Equality & Diversity, Dignity & Respect and Human Rights will apply to this role.
• Understanding of information for internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Understanding of quality and service standards at a multi-agency level.
• Demonstrable experience of adult social care operations and management in a local authority, major independent service organisation or equivalent.
• Demonstrable experience of undertaking complex assessment of health or social care needs in a community setting.
• Experience of applying asset and strength-based approaches into practice.
• Demonstrable experience of initiating the appropriate statutory and other actions required to undertake adult protection investigations.
• Experience of working positively in a changing environment.
• Experience of working with management information.
• An understanding of the performance assessment framework and ability to understand and analyse trends.
• Experience of promoting the achievement of equality standards throughout the organisation.

Desirable

• Have an awareness and understanding of financial systems and budget management.
• Experience of working with and implementing organizational culture change strategies.
• Relevant experience in the management of specific resources in a changing organisational environment, including human and financial resources.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Yorkshire Council

Address

County Hall

Racecourse Lane

Northallerton

North Yorkshire

DL7 8AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more details about this role and the responsibilities please see attached full Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Medical Degree

Desirable

• MRCPsych OR MRCPsych equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists

Eligibility

Essential

• GMC Registration
• Specialist Register

Desirable

• Approved Clinician

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pennington Unit, Leigh Infirmary

The Avenue

Leigh

WN1 1HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN qualification and/or RGN qualification

Desirable

• post preceptership

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working in collaboration with members of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• experience or strong desire of working in the community

learning

Essential

• Evidence of further learning about medication side effects and monitoring

Desirable

• Evidence of self directed learning and willingness to take part in further learning

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Benchill Annex

Benchill Community Centre, Benchill Rd, Wythenshawe

Manchester

M22 8EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with older adults with mental health needs

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Community setting

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with service users with organic and functional illnesses

Desirable

• Experience of supervising junior staff/students

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Understanding of the role of Community Mental Health Teams.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Up-to-date knowledge and understanding of relevant mental health legislation and issues.

Qualification

Essential

• Registered to practice/evidence of revalidation

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hexagon Tower

Crumpsall Vale

Manchester

M9 8GQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• qualification - doctorate in clinical/counselling psychology or accredited psychological therapist in a NICE recommended talking therapy e.g., accredited CBT therapist, accredited CAT therapist.
• Relevant registration (HCPC, BABCP)

Desirable

• Completion of further post qualification training within psychological therapies (e.g., CAT, CBT, EMDR etc.).

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable significant post-qualification experience of specialist psychological work with adults with complex needs within a secondary care setting and MDT
• Demonstrable experience of providing clinical supervision and consultation to psychologists, psychological therapists, or other core health professions and non-therapists
• Experience of leadership (e.g. clinical leadership, teaching/training, leading service development, chairing meetings)

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of a trauma informed approach to distress and the value and purpose of therapeutic relationships as a tool for intervention
• Understanding of the national guidance, and policy directives in relation to the development and delivery of psychological therapies within community services.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wigan CMHT

Claire House

Phoenix Way

WN3 4NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Primary Care Nurse to join our Primary Care team at HMP Highpoint, a category C Prison located in the village of Stradishall in Suffolk. The Primary Care team consists of a team of 15 which include Senior Primary Care Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Non-Medical Prescribers.

Highpoint is spilt into 2 sites, the North Building has around 390 males and the South Building has around 950 males. Both sites have designated Healthcare Departments which you will be based in.

• Free on-site gym.
• Free parking.
• Career Development / Training opportunities .

Hours:

• Monday - Sunday service 37.5 hours per week.
• 7.45am - 18:15pm - NO NIGHT SHIFTS.
• Every other weekend and bank holiday also included as part of rota.
• 4 week rolling rota
• Open to discuss lower hours

*Please note transport by car is recommended due to location of the prison.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £43,609 - £49,175 per annum - depending on experience.

Benefits:

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course.

Up to 4% pension contribution

Up to 4 weeks occupation sick pay

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

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Person Specification

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Essential

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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

Practice Plus Group - Health in Justice

Address

Stradishall

Newmarket

Suffolk

CB8 9YG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://practiceplushij.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma in Health and Social Care level 2 or equivalent (Trainee within agreed timescale)
• Care Certificate (Trainee within agreed timescale)
• Key skills in Literacy and Numeracy level 2 (Trainee within agreed timescale)
• Successful completion of Trust's full HCA Framework within 6-month probationary period (Trainee within agreed timescale)

Skills

Essential

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
• Competency in record keeping (within agreed timescales)
• Use approved techniques in physical intervention (within agreed timescale)

Desirable

• Competency in ECG and venepuncture

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience as a Band 2/3 HCA or equivalent in a care environment.
• (Trainee post: no essential experience required)

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with people with mental/social health needs.

Knowledge

Essential

• Person centred care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Park Hospital

Edward Pease Way

Darlington

DL2 2TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

We welcome and encourage informal discussion prior to application / interview.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current Professional Registration with Nursing and Midwifery Council - RMN / RNLD/ RGN (RNSC - CAMHS Only)
• Recognised Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor
• Trained in Clinical Supervision and providing Clinical Supervision
• AND have Professional clinical knowledge and experience acquired through degree (or equivalent post registration study), supplemented by specialist training, experience, short courses, Module (20 credit) at level 7 see below For example Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma/Masters Degree, Intermediate Systemic Family Therapy/Postgraduate diploma in CBT/British Isles Dialectical Behaviour Therapy /NMP (Independent Prescriber), Psychosocial Interventions,
• And Equivalent significant clinical experience such as working (minimum of 2 years) as a band 6 (or above) in relevant clinical area, together with evidence of relevant CPD to Level 7 or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of current issues relating to health needs of patients in the field of practice, regionally and nationally
• Understanding and working knowledge of the legal framework and statutory obligations under the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act
• Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice
• Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
• Clinical Governance and its application in practice.
• Working knowledge of clinical medicines management
• Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment (depending on specialist area)

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working with patients with complex needs in the specialist field
• Significant experience working with patients who display risk behaviours
• Significant experience working with patients who display risk behaviours
• Clinical risk assessment and management and its application in practice
• Working collaboratively with service users their families and carers
• Working in a multi disciplinary team
• Quality improvement activities

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Orchards Community Unit

Princess Close

Ripon

HG4 1HZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Group People Services team launched their ambitious operating model earlier this year and you will lead the next phase our Group shared services operating model, creating greater consistency and standardisation whilst ensuring services remain responsive to the needs of our hospitals, clinical services and workforce.

You will establish a clear vision for the future of transactional people services and translate this into practical programmes of transformation and continuous improvement

This will include developing our structures, processes and systems identifying opportunities for standardisation and automation; reducing unnecessary variation a, strengthening governance and improving the experience of managers and colleagues who use our services.

This role is central to our ambition to create a modern, customer focused and digitally enabled People function working in the context of the NHS People Plan, People Promise and wider NHS workforce transformation agenda.

We are looking for an experienced and ambitious people professional who can operate confidently at senior level and has a proven track record of delivering complex workforce transformation.

You will bring substantial experience of working within the NHS or another large complex organisation and will have a good understanding of the operational realities of delivering workforce services in a demanding healthcare environment.

You will be able to demonstrate;

Significant senior leadership experience within a People Services environment

Experience of developing and transforming shared services or transactional services

Strong knowledge of NHS workforce processes, systems and governance

Experience of leading complex change across multiple services or organisations

A strong understanding of workforce compliance and assurance

Experience of using data and digital technology to improve workforce services

A track record of delivering measurable improvements in quality, efficient and customer experience.

Excellent programme change and transformation leadership skills

The ability to influence and engage senior clinical, operational and corporate stakeholders

Have commercial and financial awareness and experience of translating this into business plans

The ability to build high performing teams to develop a culture of accountability and continuous improvements.

You will be an innovative and credible leader who can move comfortably between strategic thinking and operational delivery.

Please see attached job description for further details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant first or higher degree/equivalent experience; Master's Degree; MCIPD

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in a senior HR&OD role in a large organisation, including leading a team and/or function.
• Significant experience of liaison with managers, staff and trade unions at all levels, internally and external organisations
• Experience of a highly complex, sensitive environment and/or working in contentious hostile situations and finding solutions.
• Dealt with uncertainty and ambiguity in a complex environment.
• Evidence of leading major organisational change
• Evidence of workforce KPIs/performance management.
• Experience of leading both HR & OD at a senior level.
• Evidence of policy development and implementation
• Experience of undertaking audit and surveys, analysing and disseminating results
• Experience of medical workforce issues at senior level
• Experience of continuous improvement project methodologies

Desirable

• Track record of introducing change, innovation and improvements

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of contemporary HR&OD legislation, employment law and other relevant policies and standards
• Current Professional and NHS Issues locally and nationally
• Highly developed knowledge and application of a wide range of HR&OD practice
• Understanding the impact of HR&OD practice on the delivery of quality clinical services, patient safety & experience
• Understanding of 'big picture' future health care and importance of HR&OD strategy to longer term clinical strategy, business plans and workforce plans for the trust

Skills

Essential

• Advanced and specialist communication and solution focused negotiation skills.
• Possession of tact and sensitivity, including a commitment to confidentiality
• Role model for the profession, remains calm and controlled in difficult and challenging situations, and is emotionally resilient.
• Reflects on delivery of the HR&OD service and own performance, learning and/or changing behaviour to improve.
• Analysis and interpretation of complex data and information, options appraisal, recommendations & report generation where no precedent exists.
• Capacity to deal with complexity of issues, and multiple tasks
• Ability to work independently and prioritise own workload
• Initiating, writing & embedding policies, protocols, reports etc.
• Computer literate and proficiency with MS Office
• Advanced presentation skills to influence and inform, including dealing with complex and difficult questions and challenge.
• Significant leadership and management development skills, encourages and enables teams and individuals to develop.

Desirable

• Coaching and/or mentoring skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wavertree Tchnology Park

Liverpool

L13 1HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level
• Membership of the relevant Professional Body
• Evidence of recent professional development in an up to date portfolio
• Clear understanding of the national children's agenda and key public health policy drivers
• Clear knowledge of Safeguarding Children and adults

Desirable

• Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training

Job specific experience

Essential

• Experience of developing programmes of care for an individual or groups of patients/clients and of providing advice
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload effectively
• Recent previous experience within a community setting

Desirable

• Recent previous experience within a comparable role

Managerial and supervisory experience

Essential

• Experience of contributing to the management of change
• Experience of providing clinical supervision and mentoring to junior staff

IT and resources

Essential

• Able to evaluate data and produce reports using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience of using electronic patient / service user record systems

Desirable

• Able to effectively manage available resources in the pursuit of quality service provision ensuring a safe environment

Business Travel

Essential

• Subject to the provisions of the Equality Act, able to travel using own vehicle on Trust business level1/2

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

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Yeatman Hospital

Hospital Lane

Sherborne

DT9 3JU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are proud to be able to offer opportunities for our workforce that shows value to the skillset working in a tertiary centre can provide and we are committed to the investment in the future of physiology services. Your continued development from basic physiology knowledge to become a specialist in your field, by providing new experiences and exposure to complex procedures, is paramount to our future plans for this growing team.

The department is split over two sites and successful applicants will be expected to rotate between sites. The department is BSE accredited and we currently offer a physiologist led valve clinic and are developing a physiologist led bubble/contrast service.

Applicants must have relevant transthoracic Echocardiography experience and be British Society of Echocardiography Accredited with the ability to work independently in the performance and reporting of transthoracic Echocardiograms.

• Deliver a Highly specialist clinical Service in .acquiring, interpreting and reporting cardiac ultrasound images.
• To provide or assist in a broad range of specialist cardiac ultrasound investigations (including standard transthoracic, stress, contrast, CRT assessment and optimization and transoesophageal studies) as an autonomous practitioner on a day-to-day basis
• Work as an independent Cardiac Scientist to deliver a high standard of care to all patients, utilising evidence-based practice to optimise service provision.
• To train a wide variety of staff groups in the specialised techniques of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound.
• To be flexible in working within other areas as appropriate, when service needs demand.
• Contribute to the delivery of training within the department.

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.

• Interview Date Wednesday 28 October 2026
• 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week (part time hours will be considered)
• You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education

Essential

• oBSc in Clinical Physiology, BSc in Healthcare Science (Cardiology), MSc in Healthcare Science with HCPC registration or working to Masters level in Cardiac Sciences, hold an equivalent qualification or have equivalent experience
• oState registration with the Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS), Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) or Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
• oA postgraduate professional qualification, in British Society of Echocardiography
• oWorking to MSc level in Cardiac Science/Physiology ( holding an equivalent qualification or with equivalent experience
• oHold an accredited Immediate life support resuscitation certificate

Desirable

• oAdvanced Life Support Resuscitation Certificate
• oTraining or mentorship qualification (TAQA, D32/33 or other)

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• oHighly Specialised post-qualification experience as a Cardiac Physiologist within Echocardiography with evidence of continuing professional development and demonstrable competency
• oTeaching and assessing responsibilities, supporting development or act as a sponsor for Healthcare Science Cardiac Practitioners who wish to progress into Cardiac Scientist roles
• oProven continuing professional development within specialist field of knowledge including skills such as: oAdvanced Experience and Highly specialist knowledge of all areas of cardiology, including all non-invasive procedures, haemodynamic assessments, interventional cardiac cath-lab procedures
• oExpert knowledge of adult, paediatric, genetic and Congenital conduction disorders, arrhythmias and associated structural heart disease processes
• oDelivering training to Clinical Physiologists/Practitioners/Scientists and trainees up to MSc level
• oExpert level, independent reporting of complex Structural disease processes with scientific expertise in performing and interpreting diagnostic transthoracic, transoesophageal, and associated Echocardiography procedures for in-patient, outpatient and acute setting care within cardiac catheterisation labs and theatres
• oOperating a range of computerised systems when performing Echocardiograms and reporting results
• oEvidence of participation in practice, performing audits, involvement in research and in service development
• oExperience in a supervisory role

Desirable

• Experience and knowledge in all areas of non-invasive and invasive Cardiology

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• IT skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Good communication skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

317 Trustwide

NE1 4LP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information please see the attached job description and person specification which gives a comprehensive overview of the main duties required for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
• SITM in pregnancy care or accreditation to an equivalent advanced training antenatal care module
• Full registration with GMC Entry on the GMC Specialist Register or training to a level commensurate with the award of CCST/HPT or eligibility for entry on the specialist register of the GMC within 6 months of advisory appointments committee
• Relevant CCT or equivalent (equivalence must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)

Desirable

• Further Higher Degree/ Qualification
• Other ATSMs or SITMs to support special interests

Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in proven leadership and teaching experience
• Wide range of experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology
• Sound knowledge of NHS and Local Authority structures and systems.
• Quality/audit project experience.
• Experience of participation in CPD.
• Understanding of Clinical Governance
• Understanding of Divisional activities and administration.
• Understanding of Divisional management.

Desirable

• Experience of clinical leadership
• Management training/experience
• Awareness of the impact of PCT requirements on service provision
• Knowledge of research processes
• Previous experience of using online patient record system e.g., K2.

Skills

Essential

• Basic IT skills
• Communicate effectively with patients, relatives, nurses, and other staff groups. Caring attitude towards the patient.
• Maintain effective communication with the referral centres and the relevant clinical networks

Desirable

• Ability to undertake training/mentoring of clinical staff and enthusiasm for education.

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

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHSFT

Calow

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will join the existing team of consultants and will participate in the on-call rota.

Overall responsibilities include the co-ordination and delivery of the strategic and operational aspects of the Urology Services across Sunderland and South Tyneside and the wider sub-regional catchment area. These will reflect National and Local priorities including the strategic direction of STSFT and the Directorate of Urology.

The post holder is expected to possess CCT or equivalent and to be on the GMC Specialist Register at the time of taking up the post.

The post holder is expected to attend Directorate meetings and take part in Audit and Clinical Governance. Audit takes place monthly on a rolling half day. The post-holder will undergo annual appraisal, as do all medical staff in the Directorate. The post holder will also be expected to develop the Service in keeping with National guidance.

PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Full general ENT surgical training with experience of general Urology with sub-specialty expertise in prostate and bladder
• Understanding of the NHS, Clinical Governance process and resource issues
• Evidence of organisational, management and time management skills
• Experience of supervising junior medical staff
• Experience of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Ability to teach clinical / technical / practical skills

Desirable

• Fellowship in the area of subspeciality interest
• Evidence of management and administration experience and understanding management goals
• Management course and / or certificate
• Qualification in medical education

Qualifications

Essential

• Primary medical qualification
• Full GMC registration
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within six months of the date of the AAC [there is flexibility with the 6-month period with Executive Medical Director approval]

Desirable

• Higher professional degree, MD, PhD or equivalent

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Alignment with the Trust core values and behaviours.
• Flexible approach to service delivery and committed approach to development.
• Committed to share in professional, managerial and teaching responsibilities necessary to fulfil the obligations of the Directorate, to the Trust and its workforce.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, relatives and healthcare workers and other agencies
• Evidence of understanding of and adherence to principles of Good Medical Practice set out by the GMC

Audit and Research

Essential

• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical practice
• Involvement in quality improvement measures
• Ability to undertake multi-disciplinary audit / audit in specialty area
• Good presentation skills
• Experience of clinical research

Desirable

• Undertaken research with published papers in refereed journals

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

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

An advert, can only say so much. full details of the role are in the enclosed Job Description . Please note this Job Description has been approved through the Royal College approval process.

We would love to speak to you about this role in more detail. For more information please see our contact details.

For further information or to arrange an informal visit, please contact:

Dr Kasu KIRAN - Clinical Director CAMHS,

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• CCT or Equivalent in CAMHS Psychiatry

Desirable

• Relevant Higher Degree eg: MD, PhD, MSc or other additional clinical qualification

Eligibility

Essential

• Full GMC Registration and licence
• Eligibility for Section 12 and AC Approval
• Inclusion (or eligibility for inclusion) on the specialist or specialty Trainee within 6 months of gaining CCT

Desirable

• Section 12/AC Approval
• Trainer Training to enable clinical and/or supervision of trainees

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of teaching experience at post-graduate and/or under-graduate level

Desirable

• Specific evidence of organising teaching or medical education programmes
• Relevant teaching qualification

Research and Audit

Essential

• Experience of carrying out an audit project

Desirable

• Experience or involvement in a research project and publication

Clinical Skille, Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of UK Hospital Systems (or equivalent) Able to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Previous experience of taking a leadership role in multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to manage own time, workload and prioritise clinical work
• Ability to use IT, including e-mail and the internet
• Knowledge of risk management
• Makes decisions based on evidence and experience including the contribution of others
• Able to meet duties under MHA and MCA

Desirable

• Evidence of specific achievements that demonstrate leadership skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The hive

Redruth

TR15 3QE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Enhanced Access Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Job Title: Enhanced Access Healthcare Assistant (HCA) Reports To: Services Manager / Director Location: Tower Hamlets Network 2 PCN (Enhanced Access Sites) Hours: As per Enhanced Access service requirement, including evenings and weekends Salary: Depending on experience

Job Purpose

The Enhanced Access Healthcare Assistant (HCA) will support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care during evening and weekend Enhanced Access clinics across the Primary Care Network (PCN). The post holder will work with other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and administrative support, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient patient care.

The role will involve undertaking delegated clinical duties, supporting chronic disease monitoring, health promotion activities, and assisting clinicians in delivering enhanced access services to patients registered across the network.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Undertake routine clinical observations including:
• Blood pressure monitoring
• Pulse and oxygen saturation measurements
• Height, weight and BMI recording
• Temperature measurements
• Urinalysis
• Perform venepuncture in accordance with training and competency assessments.
• Carry out NHS Health Check activities where appropriately trained.
• Conduct ECG recordings.
• Assist patients with health screening programmes.
• Carry out smoking cessation, lifestyle, and health promotion activities.

Administrative Duties

• Record clinical information accurately within the clinical system.
• Ensure documentation is completed accurately and contemporaneously.
• Assist with stock monitoring and ordering of clinical supplies.
• Report equipment faults or shortages promptly.
• Support audit and quality improvement activities as required.

Patient Care Responsibilities

• Greet patients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Support patients to access appropriate services within primary care.
• Promote patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality at all times.
• Provide reassurance and support to patients during procedures.
• Escalate concerns regarding patient welfare promptly to an appropriate clinician.

Governance and Safety

• Work within the HCA scope of practice and competency framework.
• Adhere to PCN, practice and NHS policies and procedures.
• Comply with Infection Prevention and Control standards.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with GDPR and NHS requirements.
• Report incidents, accidents, near misses, and safeguarding concerns appropriately.
• Support the delivery of safe services during evenings and weekends.

Communication and Working Relationships

The post holder will work closely with:

• GPs
• Practice Nurses
• Nurse Practitioners
• Pharmacists
• Care Coordinators
• Reception and Administration Teams
• PCN Management Team
• Patients and carers

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Qualifications

• Care Certificate or equivalent healthcare qualification.
• Evidence of healthcare assistant training.
• Venepuncture competency (or willingness to undertake training).

Experience

• Experience working within Primary Care, Community, NHS, or healthcare settings.
• Experience taking routine clinical observations.
• Experience working directly with patients.
• Experience maintaining accurate records.

Knowledge

• Understanding of confidentiality and information governance.
• Understanding of infection prevention and control procedures.
• Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Understanding of professional boundaries and scope of practice.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good IT skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure.

Personal Attributes

• Reliable and punctual.
• Flexible approach to working evenings and weekends.
• Professional and patient-focused.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable Criteria

• Previous experience working within GP practices or PCNs.
• Experience supporting chronic disease management clinics.
• NHS Health Check training.
• Knowledge of EMIS Web and/or SystmOne.
• Understanding of Enhanced Access service specifications.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to travel between Enhanced Access sites across the PCN where required.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and mandatory training.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and bank holidays in line with service needs.

Enhanced Access Specific Duties

The post holder will support delivery of:

• Routine GP and nursing appointments.
• Long-term condition monitoring clinics.
• Vaccination and immunisation programmes (where appropriately trained).
• Health promotion and prevention services.
• Network-wide Enhanced Access clinics operating during evenings and weekends.

This role is central to ensuring patients have timely access to safe, high-quality care outside of core practice hours while supporting the achievement of PCN Enhanced Access service objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Care Certificate, NVQ Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care, or equivalent healthcare qualification.
• Evidence of Healthcare Assistant training.
• Phlebotomy certificate.
• Venepuncture competency or willingness to undertake training.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Desirable

• NHS Health Check qualification/training.
• ECG competency.
• Training in wound care, long-term condition monitoring, or vaccinations.
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).

Experience

Essential

• Essential
• Experience working in a healthcare setting such as a GP practice, community service, hospital, or care environment.
• Experience providing direct patient care and support.
• Experience undertaking basic clinical observations.
• Experience maintaining accurate patient records.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience communicating effectively with patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.

Desirable

• Desirable
• Previous experience working within Primary Care or a Primary Care Network (PCN).
• Experience performing venepuncture and ECGs.
• Experience supporting long-term condition management clinics.
• Experience using EMIS Web or SystmOne.
• Experience working in evening, weekend, or extended-hours healthcare services.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

East End Health Network

Address

20 Old Montague Street

London

E1 5PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.eehn.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Project Support Officer will support the PMO Manager, Project Managers and programme/project leads to deliver high quality, proactive project support for digital initiatives across the Trust. The post holder will act as a key point of contact for managers and staff in relation to project delivery status, project documentation and governance processes. The role will include monitoring and tracking project plans, action logs, risks, issues, dependencies, lessons learned and benefits information. The post holder will assist with the development and maintenance of project trackers, dashboards, process diagrams, reports and governance documentation, ensuring information is accurate, complete and available to support decision-making. They will coordinate monthly updates from project teams, support preparation of reports for Project Board and portfolio meetings, and help maintain consistent document management standards across the project portfolio. The post holder will provide project coordination and governance support for board and team-level meetings, including organising meetings, preparing and distributing papers, taking accurate minutes, capturing decisions and actions, and following up progress against agreed actions. They will also support project communications, stakeholder engagement, training coordination and project workshops that enable effective implementation and delivery.

The role requires excellent organisational, communication and prioritisation skills and the ability to work with clinical, operational, technical, managerial and supplier stakeholders. The post holder will contribute to best practice programme and project methodology, continuous improvement within the PMO and effective delivery of digital change that supports patients, staff, managers and clinicians.

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post. Presents a professional image at all times.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject, or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in a specialist area. Evidence of relevant learning or development in project support, programme support, governance, business support, coordination or service improvement.

Desirable

• PRINCE2 Foundation, Managing Successful Programmes Foundation, P3O Foundation or recognised industry equivalent qualification, or experience within the areas outlined. Microsoft 365/SharePoint or MS Project training would be useful.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of programme or project management support, business support, project coordination or governance support in a challenging and changing environment. Experience of working in a process-driven environment and in accordance with governance. Experience of maintaining project documentation, plans, trackers, action logs, risk and issue logs and reports. Experience of taking effective minutes, including accurate records of decisions and actions. Demonstrable experience of using Microsoft Office.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Programme or Project Management Office. Experience of working within an NHS environment. Experience of using Microsoft 365/SharePoint or MS Project. Experience of supporting group discussions, collaborative working, workshops, training sessions or project events.

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Strong organisational skills and ability to work in a structured way. Ability to prioritise effectively, use initiative and work productively without high levels of supervision. Standard keyboard skills and confident use of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook. Awareness of formal programme and project management methodologies. Knowledge of data protection, Caldicott principles and the need to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work well under pressure and contribute positively within a team environment.

Desirable

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365/SharePoint or MS Project. Understanding of broad NHS roles, responsibilities, structures and processes. Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and common sense when problem solving. Able to facilitate group discussions, encourage participation and support collaborative working.

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

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.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Person Specification

Qualification / Knowledge

Essential

• National certificate for DN's or equivalent
• Registered with GDC
• Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Post basic certificate in any of the following Sedation, SC, Radiography, Oral Health, Orthodontics
• Knowledge of the role of the CDS

Experience

Essential

• Experience of being competent in Dental Administration, prioritising tasks and managing deadlines
• Keyboard skills, outlook, word, Excel

Desirable

• Experience of working with the public, special care pts and the elderly
• Experience of working in an environment where tact, diplomacy and confidentiality required

Aptitude and abilities

Essential

• Ability to work and relate to children and special needs
• Ability to use initiative in emergency situations
• Ability to develop good working relationships
• Ability to prioritise and organise clinc/surgery
• Self motivated and able to motivate patients
• Team player

Desirable

• Some ability to speak, read and/or write Welsh, or an eagerness to learn.
• Self management and planning skills
• Experience of commitment to QA and Audit

Values

Essential

• Good written and verbal communication skills, with people from a variety of backgrounds
• Support and demonstarte PTHB values
• Able to work autonomously

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel in a timely manner to other locations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Powys Teaching Health Board

Address

Welshpool

Salop Road

Powys

SY21 7ER

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We recognise that Administrators are professionals and are a valuable asset to our organisation. We understand that they have a key role in the support and delivery of our services and that their contribution helps us in achieving our aim of consistently providing safe and high-quality care for our service users. The kind of care we would want for ourselves and for our loved ones.

Our organisation is on a Journey to Change, creating a great experience for our staff is one of three big goals. Ultimately, our aim is to be a proactive, responsible and mindful employer; recruiting, retaining and training our staff, for the right roles, at the right time.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 Qualification in relevant field or equivalent experience or willingness to work towards Level 3 in Business Administration.
• Key skills/functional skills in literacy and numeracy Level 2 OR O Level (Grade C and above/New GCSE in Maths and English (Grade 4 to 9) are an essential requirement to be fully competent in the role. Where an applicant does not have the above qualifications or are unable to provide evidence of the certification, the applicant MUST achieve the required standards during their probationary period.

Desirable

• Level 3 in Business Administration.
• RSA Level 2 or equivalent Secretarial/administrative experience in a clinical environment.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an administrative environment (diary management, filing systems, meeting coordination, minute talking, data input, collating and presenting information).
• Customer Service experience (face to face, answering calls, correspondence).
• Experience of organising completing demands and workloads.
• Experience of setting up and maintenance of administrative systems and processes.
• Experience of working autonomously and proactively.

Desirable

• Experience of supporting/supervising staff.
• Experience of handling monies and working within financial guidelines.

Knowledge

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of data protection and the need for confidentiality and how to maintain this.
• Knowledge of office systems and processes

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS systems

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Dalesway, Roseberry Park

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The typing of clinic letters, operation notes, pre operative notes, ward notes and other letters of varied medical terminology, efficiently and accurately through audio digital dictation distributing as necessary to the relevant healthcare professionals and patient with the target time.

The use of the Trust's computer systems.

To send and receive confidential patient information to and from other healthcare organisations, patients, carers and relatives.

Manage paper based or electronic diaries for the Consultant and their Team.

To liaise with Consultant and their Team regarding on call rota.

Process incoming mail.

Ensure all referrals and internal referrals are passed to the appropriate Booking Team.

Deal with telephone calls into the hospital, a first point of contact.

Regularly check digital dictating system for urgent work and prioritise workload.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• RSA level 3
• Audio typing/digital dictation

Desirable

• English/Maths GCSE's or equivalent
• Shorthand 100 wpm
• AMSPAR diploma
• ECDL/NVQ

Experience

Essential

• ? Previous Medical Secretarial experience

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of medical terminology

Aptitudes and Attributes

Essential

• Good communication /interpersonal skills
• Tact and discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to organise and prioritise own work
• To reward a higher degree of initiative and responsibility

Desirable

• Team player/able to work flexibly
• Able to use a variety of computer systems

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

Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital

Oswestry

SY10 7AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Additional contact details: Heather Spark [email protected]

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration with Nursing & Midwifery Council. RMNH/RNLD
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Recognised Practice Supervisor and/or Practice Assessor, clinical educator or equivalent. Must be achieved within 6 months
• Trained in Clinical Supervision and providing clinical supervision OR willingness to work towards within 6 months

Experience

Essential

• 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework at time of application.
• Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers.
• Providing clinical supervision to individuals or groups as professionally appropriate.
• Supervising or assessing students on practice placement.
• Working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Quality improvement activities

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable knowledge to post-graduate level of evidence based practice in caring for patients in the designated field
• Understanding of relevant legislation (e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act).
• Detailed understanding of Safeguarding and its application in practice.
• Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
• Clinical Governance and its application in practice.
• Research and development methodology.
• Understanding of psychological models of care and treatment.
• Working knowledge of clinical medicines management, including administration of injections

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lanchester Road Hospital

Lanchester Road

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or demonstrable equivalent experience in a relevant discipline: Leadership & Management, HR, Education, Change management etc
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Professional Learning and/or Organisational Development qualification (or equivalent experience)

Desirable

• Chartered CIPD Member (MCIPD)
• Project or Programme Management Qualification
• Accredited Coach/Mentor
• Accredited facilitator for self awareness tools such as Strengthscope, Insights Discovery etc

Experience

Essential

• Extensive knowledge and experience of undertaking OD, learning and leadership development needs assessment and designing, developing, and implementing OD and learning programmes and initiatives to meet the needs identified.
• Designing and using a broad range of diagnostic OD and learning assessment tools and approaches to manage culture change and transformation and improve performance.
• Design and direct delivery of 121 and team development through facilitation and/or coaching

Desirable

• Experience of working in a complex public sector environment.
• Experience of increasing productivity and continuous improvement methods, approaches.

Skills/ Knowledge/ Abilities

Essential

• acumen and an understanding of how high impact HR and OD can positively impact on the patient experience, quality and efficiency agenda and organisational goals
• Knowledge of the principles and theories of adult learning, organisational development, change management, engagement, team work and leadership

Desirable

• A good understanding of and experience of learning and workforce Information Systems
• Analytical skills and ability to analyse and interpret data and problem solve through structured thought 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.

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

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Hammersmith Hospital

Du Cane Road

London

W12 0HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Together we make a difference, develop and learn, and support each other. Every day with us is different, but our mission remains the same:To champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support - they are at the heart of everything we do. We stand by them and we work together for change.

Alongside an incredible team of like-minded peers, youll be working behind-the-scenes to support our staff, volunteers, families, and supporters. You will be helping our work happen across the charity; enabling us to care for and champion the rights, needs and ambitions of the people we support.

As one of the UK's best employers, we believe in putting people at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for an experienced Specialist. Speech and Language Therapist to join our team

• Salary: £45,275 FTE (Actual Salary: £39,667.04)
• Hours: 37.5 41 weeks term time.
• Location: Openshaw, Manchester
• DBS Requirement: Enhanced Child & Adult Workforce DBS (provided by the employer)

Join Our Specialist Team

Bridge College is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team supporting children and young people aged 16-25 years with learning difficulties, physical disabilities, and/or autism.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference by delivering high-quality, evidence-informed speech and language therapy within a specialist educational setting. You will work collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, occupational therapists, educational psychologists, positive behaviour support practitioners and counsellors to help students achieve their full communication potential.

About the Role

As a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist, you will independently manage a clinical caseload of students with a wide range of speech, language and communication needs, including those with complex communication profiles and specialist requirements such as Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).

You will carry out comprehensive assessments, develop and implement individualised intervention programmes, monitor progress and provide expert advice to colleagues and families. The role also includes opportunities to supervise junior therapists, deliver staff training and develop an area of clinical specialism within the Speech and Language Therapy service.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an independent caseload of students with autism and complex communication needs.
• Complete initial and ongoing speech, language and communication assessments.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based intervention programmes tailored to individual needs.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support student outcomes.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to junior Speech and Language Therapists.
• Deliver training, consultation and advice to school staff to promote communication-friendly practice.
• Contribute to the development of clinical policies, procedures and specialist areas of practice.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and outcome measures.
• Engage in continuing professional development (CPD) to ensure practice remains current and evidence informed.
• Uphold safeguarding responsibilities and contribute to a safe learning environment for all students.

Essential Requirements

• Degree (or equivalent) in Speech and Language Therapy.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Member of the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists (RCSLT).
• At least two years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience working with children and/or young people with Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Knowledge of current evidence-based speech and language therapy approaches.
• Understanding of autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions

Benefits

• Annual Leave 27 day holiday plus 8 days bank holidays rising to 30 after 5 years, 33 days after 10 years.
• Generous pension schemeand death in service benefit, up to 7% company pension contributions initially rising with length of service and up to 6 x basic salary death in service benefit.
• Occupational sick pay and family friendly policies including enhancedmaternity, paternity and adoptive leave.
• Reward and Discount platform offering discounts at high street shops, travel, insurances etc.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Eligibility to apply for Blue Light card
• Proud to be a real living wage employer
• Refer a friend scheme, be rewarded for recommending a friend to work with us
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities, including apprenticeship qualifications
• Long service awards including cash gifts and extra holiday.
• Promotion of Wellbeingacross the organisation including Mental Health First Aiders offering wellbeing support from trained colleague and free weekly yoga session in person or online.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for you and adults at your home.
• Inclusive networksfor colleagues to join if theyd like to (Disability & Neurodiversity Action group, Race Equality Network, Proud Together (LGBTQ+ group), Together for Men, Women Together).

Curious about us? Watch our quick career video as a Speech & Language Therapist/Occupational Therapist.

https://youtu.be/Hb-9Dg-qK-s (OT)Apply Now!!!

The Together Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support and expects all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safeguarding checks will be undertaken for the successful candidate in line with our safer recruitment policy, including an Enhanced DBS check (at no cost to yourself).

This role will involve regulated activity.

This role will involve regulated activity and is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974Rehabilitation of Offenders Act

This role will involve regulated activity.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Together Trust

Address

Openshaw, Greater Manchester

M11 2GR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.togethertrust.org.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

• Professional electronics knowledge to degree level or HNC/HND plus short courses or equivalent training and experience
• Equivalent experience in an electronics repair role

Desirable

• Served an electronics based apprenticeship

Experience

Essential

• Experience of electronic instrumentation fault diagnosis and repair on industrial or medical equipment
• Experience of ISO 9001 quality Management Systems

Desirable

• Experience of mentoring trainees and/or students
• Working within clinical environments

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Glan Clwyd Hospital

Rhuddlan Road

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further details about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification available under the Supporting Documents section.

We welcome informal enquiries from prospective applicants who would like to discuss the role in more detail. The Job Description includes an example Job Plan; however, the final Job Plan will be agreed with the successful candidate and tailored to their experience, interests, and the needs of the service.

Applicants interested in working a different number of Programmed Activities (PAs) are encouraged to contact the Clinical Lead for an informal discussion, as flexible arrangements may be considered.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• MBBS, MRCPCH, Completed Postgraduate Medical Training (CCT in the relevant specialty)
• Full GMC registration with a license to practice
• On the GMC's Specialist Register OR within six months of CCT at time of scheduled interview
• Capable to work at Consultant level in Community Child Health
• Current and full registration with the appropriate professional body
• Satisfactory Appraisal within the last 12 months (or within the most recent 12 months of work, if currently on a career break)
• A positive recommendation for revalidation where appropriate Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or other higher degree

Experience

Essential

• Is able to demonstrate having achieved the competencies equivalent to
• Higher Specialist Paediatric Training including usually 3 years in Community Child Health (usually after 5 years of Higher Specialist Training in total).
• Extensive experience in a Community Paediatrics clinical setting including safeguarding
• Experience of driving improvement and ensuring patient safety through clinical governance systems
• Experience of managing underperformance and the ability to foster effective performance within clinical practice
• Demonstrate an ability to lead and motivate individuals and teams
• Ability to anticipate and plan for change
• Good working knowledge of professional requirements and standards for healthcare professionals including appraisals
• Evidence and experience of networking with a wide range of stakeholders including the public, external commercial organisations and national strategic bodies
• Valid Level 3 Safeguarding Training
• Valid BLS Training

Desirable

• Experience in other areas relevant to Community Child Health e.g. General Practice, Child Mental Health, Public Health, Paediatric Neurology, Paediatric Neurodisability
• Specialist experience in one or more particular areas of Community Child Health practice to take a lead role in that area
• Experience of job planning, medical appraisals and revalidation for medical workforce
• Experience in case management and or case investigation
• Experience and evidence of effective chairing skills, facilitation and conflict resolution ability
• Experience in the assessment, development and delivery of clinical education
• Valid APLS and NLS (this may be mandatory for some posts).

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Willing to work unsupervised and make decisions
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team
• Evidence of achievement of level 3 competencies in Community Child Health
• Proven ability to set clear direction and articulate a compelling vision
• Knowledge of the national, regional and local policy and priorities for healthcare
• Good knowledge and understanding of performance management and improvement techniques
• Knowledge of clinical governance systems to secure quality and safety
• Influencing and negotiating skills
• Strategic and operational leadership skills

Desirable

• Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised and make decisions
• Demonstrated ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively e.g. report writing; thesis
• Experience of acting in the capacity of an appraiser for the purposes of medical revalidation
• Experience of acting as case investigator for case investigation

Aademic

Essential

• Participation in research or clinical audit
• Participation in departmental teaching

Desirable

• Formal research training; demonstrated ability to design a research or audit project
• Formal training in teaching methods; demonstrated ability in teaching / training

Management

Essential

• Understanding of management issues including medical management; clinical governance, service planning and quality improvement Willingness to lead service developments
• Willingness to lead service developments

Desirable

• Demonstrated ability to manage e.g. project work; mentoring junior staff
• Demonstrated ability to take on a leadership role

Personal

Essential

• Flexible approach Caring attitude to patients, carers and colleagues
• Vision for community child health
• A high degree of personal integrity
• Able to provide evidence of where you have demonstrated the Trust's Values and Behaviours

Other

Essential

• Must be able to travel to and between community sites to meet requirements of 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.

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

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

Chalkhill Primary Care Centre (with clinics at different sites in Brent)

113 Chalkhill Road

London

HA9 9FX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trusts values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification.'

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Higher Professional Diploma in Health and Wellbeing (NVQ/QCF - Level 3) or a recognised equivalent course
• Willingness to undertake further training as appropriate

Desirable

• GCSE grade 9 - 4 or equivalent in English and Maths
• Registration with the national regulatory body (when it becomes available).

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health or social care setting
• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with the use of Microsoft Office and a variety of databases.

Desirable

• Experience of working as part of a team
• Experience with the NHS patient information database (Rio, CIS)

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS Demonstrate an acceptable level of numeracy and literacy. An awareness of risk management.
• Knowledge of multi-agency services available and processes for referral
• Knowledge of the effects of the ageing process and needs of vulnerable adults in relation to their health and well-being

Desirable

• Knowledge of local health needs strategies.

Key Attributes

Essential

• Ability to analyse, interpret and record data in a clear, and succinct manner
• Good analytical and problem solving skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

East Barnet Health Centre

149 East Barnet Road,

Barnet

EN4 8QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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