Job description

Job responsibilities

PHYLLIS TUCKWELL

JOB DESCRIPTION Bank Clinical Administrator

Post: Bank Clinical Administrator

Accountable to: Clinical Administrator Manager

Job Purpose: To provide efficient, effective and responsive secretarial and administrative support to the members of the Multidisciplinary Clinical Team, particularly the Advice and Referral Team, in line with PT strategy.

Responsibilities

1.0 Clinical

1.1 To work with specific members of the multidisciplinary clinical team, as agreed with the Clinical Administration Manager.

1.2 To maintain effective internal communications across the Clinical Administration Team at all sites and other PT departments.

1.3 To maintain effective external communications with healthcare professionals from other organisations, patients, patient families and carers.

1.4 To ensure patient information is held in a secure and confidential manner in line with PT guidelines.

1.5 To ensure patients records are kept correct and up-to-date. To assist with Access to Healthcare Records requests, in line with policy and procedure.

1.6 To provide telephone support to clinical teams, dealing professionally and sensitively to enquiries from a range of sources. Ensure messages are flagged with the appropriate clinical team and recorded in clinical software, concisely, accurately and in a timely manner.

1.7 To undertake various tasks for the clinical teams and using appropriate systems, ensuring high quality and accuracy.

1.8 Be a point of reference for other PT staff and volunteers.

2.0 Professional

2.1 To adhere to the PT policy in relation to confidentiality, with specific reference to the Data Protection Act.

2.2 To report any breakdowns in the system or equipment to the Maintenance Department or via the IT Helpdesk.

2.3 To be aware of and adhere to all the relevant policies and procedures, with special reference to Health and Safety in the workplace.

2.4 To work as an integral part of the Clinical Administration Team, being sensitive to the needs of the whole team and supportive of other team members and PT service needs.

2.5 You may specialise in one or more of the following areas In-Patient Unit, Hospice at Home, Living Well or Patient and Family Services. When working at the Beacon you may be required to help with additional duties, such as reception and maintenance tasks.

3.0 Training and Development

a) Team

3.1 To share best practice with colleagues, especially in relation to new approaches to work.

3.2 To contribute to the effective development of the Clinical Administration Team.

3.3 To actively contribute and suggest on how improvements could be made to improve processes and workload, working closely with the Clinical Administration Manager.

3.4 To be able to work flexibly across all clinical areas to ensure continuity of service, in respect of colleagues being on annual leave, sick leave etc.

b) Personal

3.5 To actively look for new opportunities and areas for self-development using the PT annual performance review system to ensure skills are kept relevant and up to date.

3.6 To develop effective relationships with colleagues and be aware of personal style.

3.7 To keep Training Tracker modules completion up-to-date.

3.8 To attend all in-house training day including mandatory and compulsory updates.

4. Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Role holders are required to understand their responsibilities in the safeguarding context, ensuring that Phyllis Tuckwell reduces the risk of harm or abuse of adults and children at risk.

You are required to

• adhere to Phyllis Tuckwells Safeguarding Policy (held on the NEST), which supports the local authoritys multi agency safeguarding policy, the law (Care Act 2014) and Mental Capacity Act 2005 (including Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards).
• inform the appropriate PT professional where there is concern that an adult or child may be at risk of harm, abuse, or neglect.

Phyllis Tuckwell is committed to an Equal Opportunities approach, valuing, and respecting everyone as individuals, with diverse opinions, cultures, lifestyles, and circumstances.

This job description is underpinned by Phyllis Tuckwells philosophy, culture, and core values, which actively embrace diversity and inclusion and promotes total team spirit.

This job description is current and subject to yearly review in consultation with the jobholder. It is liable to reflect and anticipate necessary changes to support the PT strategy.

Person Specification

Team Working

Essential

• Ability to work effectively and cooperatively as part of the clinical administration team and with the wider Phyllis Tuckwell team including volunteers
• Able to work on own initiative, prioritise workload and consistently meet deadlines
• Ability to work on own in times of reduced staffing

Risk Management

Essential

• Have an awareness of risk management

Experience

Essential

• Experience as an administrator, secretary or equivalent (preferably in a clinical setting)
• Proven organisational and time management skills
• Accurate typing skills
• Ability to consistently produce accurate work, efficiently

Qualifications

Essential

• English GCSE - minimum C grade
• Good general education

Using Information and Systems

Essential

• Computer literate with proven knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook
• Ability to use internet
• Experience in using a patient administration databases (preferable)
• Confidence and ability to take on new challenges and learn new computer skills as needed

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic, flexible and positive attitude to work
• Able to remain calm and productive whilst under pressure
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively with requests which may be highly emotive and relate to distressing circumstances
• Awareness of the care provided by Phyllis Tuckwell, to patients and their families and friends

Relationship, Written and Oral Communications

Essential

• Approachable and adaptable
• High standards of integrity and reliability
• Proven communication and interpersonal skills, including excellent telephone skills, with a variety of people internally and externally
• Clear and concise written style
• High standards of accuracy

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

Phyllis Tuckwell Memorial Hospice Ltd

Address

Waverley Lane

Farnham

GU9 8BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence* and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities

• To be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation of podiatric care to a variety of patients with a wide range of clinical needs including:

  • High Risk Diabetes

  • Neuropathy

  • Chronic disease e.g., Rheumatoid Arthritis

  • Vascular conditions

  • Wound management/tissue viability

  Care will be provided in a range of settings including:

  • Hospital Clinics

  • Ward Rounds

  • Health Centre Community Clinics

  • GP Practice Clinics

  • Residential Homes for the Elderly

  • Patients Homes

  • Care Centres for the Disabled

  • To be responsible for the assessment and diagnosis of patients with subsequent production of individual treatment plan and be able to manage the day to day running of a busy clinic.
  • To complete all relevant internal competency development, including and not limited to; Nail Surgery, MSK, High Risk.
  • To participate in the departmental rota for nail surgery as appropriate.
  • Assessment and identification of risk factors, categorising patients into appropriate risk banding as defined by the service assessment matrix.
  • To be responsible for the day-to-day planning of personal workloads for the completion of home visits and visits to residential homes for the elderly and care centres.
  • To be actively involved in the provision of foot health education advice to patients, relatives and carers, to participate in foot health training where appropriate for Primary Care and Social Care staff.
  • To be actively involved in the development of departmental policies, guidelines and protocols.
  • To be responsible for the maintenance and security of stock and equipment as appropriate.
  • To follow departmental policies, standard operating procedures and guidelines using discretion to make own clinical diagnosis and decisions within professional boundaries.
  • To be able to treat patients who may be immobile, wheelchair or bed-bound as appropriate.
  • To be flexible and provide cover for other Podiatrists at short notice or during periods of absence in other local areas and to undertake any other duties that may be required from time to time.
  • To ensure all duties are carried out to the highest standard and in accordance with current quality initiatives within local areas.
  • To maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act.
  • To carry out all duties with regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunities Policy.

  *DVLA have a number ofreciprocalarrangements with overseas countries, for further information please visit the DVLA website

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered podiatrist
• Podiatry diploma / degree
• Local anaesthetics certificate
• Evidence of continuing professional development in relevant areas.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence based approach to wound management.

Desirable

• Broad based experience working in isolation and as a team member including the treatment and management of high risk patients on a regular basis.
• Experience working in an NHS Podiatry setting.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent clinical skills utilising evidence based practice.
• An understanding of clinical governance and clinical supervision.
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Excellent communication skills

Desirable

• Able to participate in standard setting and audit.
• Skills in reflective practice

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS systems and appropriate frameworks.
• Accepts responsibility and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others.
• Seeks and uses professional support appropriately.
• Understands the principle of confidentiality.

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel independently around Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area meeting required timescales. A Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

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

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cambridgeshire

Cambridgeshire

PE29 7HN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cpft.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 role may be eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. However, sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements, therefore, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit:https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

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
• Recognised Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor
• Trained in Clinical Supervision and be 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 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 have 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
• 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

Roseberry Park Hospital

Marton Road

Middlesbrough

TS4 3AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have described the job in detail in the attached Job Description and Person Specification, but we would be delighted to answer any questions you might have and to find out more about you.

You can start getting to know by having a look at our recruitment video made by members of the team and children, young people and young adults who have accessed our services:

BSW RECRUITMENT - YouTube

We offer rewarding career development with protected SPA time as part of your job plan, encouraging you to take leadership courses to enhance your skills. We also offer a relocation allowance of up to £8,000 for external applicants (subject to eligibility criteria).

Person Specification

Qualifications and Registration

Essential

• Medical degree
• Full GMC registration
• Eligible for inclusion in the GMC Specialist Register (or Specialist Registrar within 6 months of gaining CCT at time of interview)
• Eligible for Section 12 Approval (Mental Health Act)/ Approved Clinician or willing to apply for such approval once in post

Desirable

• MSc or higher degree
• Membership or Fellowship of the Royal College of Psychiatrists or equivalent qualification (in accordance with Royal College of Psychiatrists guidelines)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of clinical work in specialty at SpR, SAS/Specialist grade or consultant level within the last 3 years
• Excellent working knowledge and experience of the application of the Mental Health Act
• Appreciation and understanding of ethnic minority issues and a commitment to developing culturally sensitive practices

Desirable

• Experience of service development and introducing new services in mental health
• Experience of working at consultant level in an inpatient environment

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Leadership skills
• Commitment to fostering a culture in the team that is respectful, fair, supportive and compassionate and role modelling these behaviours
• Ability to manage complex workloads and support others to do that
• Ability to manage clinical complexity and uncertainty

Desirable

• Formal leadership and management training
• Experience of team /service leadership

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Marlborough Community CAMHS, Savernake Hospital

The Lavington Centre, London Road

Marlborough

SN8 3HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of scientific method from school/college/previous employment
• Previous NHS experience or working with patients/relatives in a healthcare environment

Desirable

• Experience of working in respiratory and/or sleep medicine
• Experience performing spirometry

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade 4 or above (new GCSE grades) or C or above (old GCSE grades) in Maths/English and Science or equivalent
• NVQ Level III in science/healthcare-related subject or equivalent level/experience.

Desirable

• Attendance or completion of applicable sleep/respiratory courses/training

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of/understanding of basic sleep and lung function tests (e.g. Spirometry and sleep studies)
• IT literate
• Excellent communications skills both verbal and written.
• Dexterity and hand-eye coordination to facilitate equipment use during dynamic tests/manoeuvres

Desirable

• Understanding of common terminology used in respiratory physiology
• Awareness of respiratory and sleep disorders (e.g. asthma/COPD and sleep apnoea)

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 Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ipswich Hospital

Ipswich

IP4 5PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details about this exciting role on offer at The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in scientific subject
• Registration as a Clinical Technologist with an accredited register (Eg. RCT, HCPC)

Desirable

• Graduate of the NHS Practitioner Training Programme (PTP) in Radiotherapy Physics
• Physics or Engineering degree

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Broad knowledge of healthcare science, preferably radiotherapy
• High level of understanding of staff/patient risks involved in equipment failure or misuse
• Understanding of radiation and biological hazards and necessary precautions

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of work with radioactive sources
• Treatment planning experience, preferably using Eclipse

Experience

Essential

• Experience of quality management system(s)

Desirable

• Experience of working within a scientific and/or healthcare environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 Clatterbridge Cancer Centre NHSFT

Address

The Clatterbridge Cancer Centre - Liverpool

65 Pembroke Place

Liverpool

L7 8YA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Ensure that resources are used in a planned way in order to maintain an efficient and cost-effective service which takes full account of both changing needs and resource availability.

Contribute to and implement an annual Service Performance Plan. Ensure quality outcomes for individuals within the promoting a persons wellbeing, independence, and healthy outcomes.

In conjunction with the line manager, contribute to the improvement and modernisation of business processes consistent with the Council and Directorate standards and procedures

Ensure that the service complies with both the Care Quality Commission regulated activities and ensure that the service works within NYC policies and procedures.

Contribute to the development and maintenance of multi-disciplinary partnerships with other organisations, including health providers, Clinical commissioning groups and other commissioners exploring and negotiating on behalf of NYC on mixed models of service delivery within a specified service(s)

You will undertake and monitor and sign off the induction of new starters supporting their completion of the skills for Care Induction.

Ensure care staff work in accordance with individual care and service plans.

Agree and organise services for new/transferring people.

Ensure clear arrangements are in place regarding the provision of unscheduled care to residents in emergency situations.

Ensure effective communication with individuals using the service, families, carers, and others involved in caring for residents.

Ensure Senior Care & Support Workers and/or Team Leaders plan and implement rotas for staff cover, organise, and ensure adequate staffing cover, authorisation of timesheets and other payments.

Recruitment, Selection and Induction of staff.

Ensure risk assessments are carried out and that staff work within the Risk Management framework. Responsibility for the health and safety and welfare of all staff in your area of responsibility.

Monitor sickness absence across your area of responsibility. With appropriate guidance from Human Resources take a lead role in proactively dealing with any formal issues arising from sickness absence, disciplinary, performance, grievances etc.

Appraise the line manager of matters arising which are particularly sensitive in nature or are controversial.

Deal with any complaints assigned.

Deputise for line manager as appropriate

Contribute to the analysis of community needs and commissioning plans.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• We are looking for someone who has:
• Previous experience in a care setting, including supervising or leading staff.
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• Experience of staff supervision, performance management, and development.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, health and safety, and risk management principles.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
• The ability to make decisions confidently and work effectively under pressure.
• Excellent spoken and written English skills.
• Additional Information
• A satisfactory DBS check is required for this post.
• It is an expectation that Registered Managers actively develop their knowledge, skills, and competencies in line with recognised management standards.
• This role involves regular spoken communication and requires a confident use of the English language.
• A level 3 qualification in Care, Promoting Independence or equivalent is required with a commitment to undertake a level 5 qualification in Leadership for Health and Social Care
• There is a requirement for the successful applicant to achieve registration with CQC as a fit and proper person to manage a registered service.

Qualifications

Essential

• An NVQ level 3 in Care/Promoting Independence or CQF Level 3 Diploma in Health & Social Care
• The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young Peoples Services OR commitment to achieve this qualification within 12 months.
• Registered Manager Qualification or commitment to achieve Managers qualification within 12 months. Post holders require registration with Care Quality Commission (CQC) and will need to undertake a successful interview process to achieve registration as a fit and proper person to manage a registered service.

Desirable

• A management qualification.
• A professional social care or health qualification e.g., Social Work, OT, Nursing
• Management or Business qualification to NVQ level 4, BTEC, HNC

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

North Yorkshire Council

Address

Harrogate area

Harrogate

North Yorkshire

HG1 1AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Organise and plan your own caseload to meet service and patient priorities, adapting plans as situations change.
• Perform physiotherapeutic assessments, provide clinical diagnoses, and develop individualised treatment programmes.
• Collect data for service audits and monitoring service level agreements.
• Ensure safe and competent use of equipment, including teaching and supervising correct practice.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues to ensure seamless physiotherapy provision across different service areas.
• Maintain awareness of Health & Safety policies, promptly report incidents, and ensure safe equipment use.
• Comply with organisational and departmental policies and contribute to their review and update.
• Undertake other duties as required by the Physiotherapy Service Manager.

Person Specification

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
• HCPC Registered.
• Evidence of ongoing relevant CPD in portfolio

Experience

Essential

• Broad undergraduate experience in core clinical areas
• Experience of working as part of a team
• A good working knowledge of the NHS system of care. (Trained or worked in the NHS)
• Awareness of current issues or developments pertinent to own profession including legal frameworks.

Desirable

• Working in a community setting

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to work as an autonomous practitioner.
• Ability to prioritise and manage own workload in a busy environment with supervision
• Ability to process, manage and communicate sensitive information in relation to patient care and convey this in an appropriate and clear manner.
• Fluent in written and spoken English including the ability to write straightforward letters and reports to a professional standard.
• To recognise potentially difficult situations and when to seek appropriate help.

Desirable

• Fluent in any other local language

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

• Reliable, flexible, motivated, diplomatic team worker who demonstrates appropriate initiative and good time management
• A strong commitment to patient care.

Other

Essential

• Car owner/ driver with valid UK driving license with access to car for work use

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chase Farm Hospital/St Michaels.

Enfield

EN2 8JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full list of duties and responsibilities will be found within the job description and requirements for the role can be found within the person specification.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• RN (Child Branch) or RSCN.
• Current NMC Registration
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development and Post Registration
• Educated to degree level
• High Dependency Nursing Course

Desirable

• MSc level of study in Paediatric physical assessment or equivalent working experience

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• oLeadership qualities and positive approach to service.
• oAbility to work with and lead the multi-professional team
• oProven ability to work well under pressure
• oProven ability to delegate effectively
• oCompetent in the use of PCs - particularly Windows-based software (e.g. Word, Excel, etc.)
• oExcellent teaching and presentation skills, ability to adapt training to suit the subject and the audience
• oExcellent written and verbal communication skills
• oProven ability to persuade and influence others
• oEvidence of innovation in a previous post
• oAbility to analyse complex problems and propose realistic solutions
• oProven ability to achieve deadlines
• oEvidence of the ability to manage time effectively
• oUse of patient management systems
• oEvidence of advanced clinical decision-making skills, clinical assessment.

Experience

Essential

• oSignificant post registration experience within the Paediatric setting
• oExperience of working within a community setting with complex needs children and young people
• oKnowledge and understanding of the Continuing care framework
• oEvidence of clinical management experience
• oTo be competent and experienced in tracheostomy
• oEvidence of ability to maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, children & families
• oExperience of interagency working
• oUnderstanding of clinical governance and ability to implement the systems and processes in the new service.
• oEvidence of ability to influence evidence-based practice and be innovative.
• oEvidence of ability to provide clinical supervision and debriefs to junior staff.
• oTo be competent and experienced in ventilation and facial BIPAP
• oExperience of managing organizational change
• oExperience of managing professional change
• oEvidence of skills needed to develop a new strategy /service.
• oExperience of managing staff and resources
• oEvidence of skills needed to develop a new strategy /service.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic and motivated.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Professional approach to work.
• Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working.
• Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately.
• Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St. Michael's Primary Care Centre

Gater Drive

London

EN2 0JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties and Responsibilities: To participate in the provision of the cardiac rhythm management including remote monitoringservice, related actions on field safety notices (FSNs) and technical invasive cardiologyservice and assist during the full range of cardiac procedures undertaken within diagnosticsand the angiography suite. To maintain standards of technical competency in the provision of all technical cardiacprocedures (invasive and non-invasive). To assist with the efficient running of the technical service by prioritising the daily workloadwhere appropriate. To effectively, promptly, and professionally respond to emergency situations maintainingcontrol and requesting assistance as necessary. To be responsible for identifying equipment faults and directly resolve fault issues byreporting them in a timely manner. To provide first line interpretation and full technical reports of individual tests performed whilstreviewing/assisting with the reporting of studies performed by junior staff members. To remain up to date with latest trends in clinical physiology translating these into practiceand transferring this knowledge to staff within ones area of responsibility. To assist with research studies as required. To ensure all patients receive appropriate and individualised care. To undertake service provision and/or training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, asrequired. To participate in the 24/7 on-call service provided by the Clinical Physiology department, asrequired.Managerial: To ensure that all data entered on the invasive database is timely and accurate and thatstatistical records and audits are produced when required. To deputise for the Operational Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist when necessaryfor management of the department. To be responsible for the management of junior cardiac physiology personnel To assist with the recruitment and retention of staff within the Clinical MeasurementsDepartment To assist with all aspects of the organisation and performance of the invasive angiographyservice including management of the primary PCI rota and service for physiologists. To work with the Operations Manager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist to ensure proceduresare in place to achieve Government targets in Cardiac Physiology services To assist in the development of protocols, guidelines, and policies within the department inorder to achieve IQIPS accreditation. To implement local policies and guidelines and ensure these are adhered to at all times andensure these incorporate current professional recommendations and evidence-basedpractice To work in accordance with standards set by the Society for Cardiological Sciences andTechnology (SCST) and the Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP) To be familiar with the use of Cerner, Solus and Pacenet and any other computerisedsystems integral to the running of the department. Communication with manufacturers/suppliers regarding stock and/or equipmentmanagement; ensuring adequate stock control and that staff are aware of economical use ofsupplies To manage own time to achieve a balance between clinical and administrative duties. To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Operational Manager &Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his deputies. To authorise agency/overtime/sickness in line with local policies. To manage own time to achieve a balance between clinical and administrative duties.Personnel: To conduct self in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff at all times. To undertake service provision and/or training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, asrequired. To supervise the training, development and appraisal of professional competence of all staffwithin ones area of responsibility. To demonstrate leadership, achieving good morale with open communication between alllevels of staff and disciplines. Contribute to and actively participate in the correct reporting and handling of incidents andaccidents.Educational: To actively participate and commit to maintaining own personal professional development,identifying educational and clinical training needs in conjunction with the OperationalManager & Principal Cardiac Physiologist To maintain professional accreditation through appropriate Continuous Professional andPersonal Development. To ensure that own mandatory training is up to date. To participate in the training and development of local competencies of junior staff within thedepartment. To actively maintain a progressive learning environment for all grades and disciplines of staffwithin the area of responsibility. To support a rigorous training programme within the department ensuring all physiologistsattain state registration.Administration: To register patient attendances on the departments Solus database To book appointments onto Solus, facilitating patient choice To be familiar with Cerner, Solus and Pacenet to track patient progression, case notes, andpatient demographicand episode details. To order portering services on the Cerner to facilitate movement of patients and/orequipment. To communicate efficiently on the telephone with all staff, patients, and visitors To maintain cleanliness and tidiness in the department. To be cost-effective in the use of equipment and resources. To telephone patients who fail to attend for their appointment, rebooking patients as perpatient choice, and to telephone outstanding returns of ambulatory monitors. To undertake any other reasonable duties at the discretion of the Operational Manager &Principal Cardiac Physiologist or his deputies. To conduct self in a professional manner and act as a role model to junior staff/students atall times. To undertake training in other areas of Clinical Physiology, as required. To amend patient bookings to reflect any changes in their procedure from that initially bookedonto the database. To support the department and organisation by carrying out any other duties that reasonablyfit within the broad scope of a job of this grade and type of work

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hons) Clinical Physiology or Equivalent
• Intermediate Life Support Skills
• HRUK or IBHRE in Devices
• Autonomous in CRM implants and follow-ups

Desirable

• Training qualification
• Higher Professional qualification/Masters level
• RCCP/ AHCS Registration

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive experience for cardiac rhythm management including remote monitoring service, FSN management and general physiological measurements experience
• Extensive knowledge of invasive cardiology with competency in simple and complex PCI, and simple/complex device implants
• Experience is participating with 24/7 PPCI service
• Demonstrate competency to lead in ECG, ETT, Ambulatory Monitoring, pacing and complex device follow-up
• Staff Teaching/ Mentoring

Desirable

• Staff management
• Experience of stock control

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to wear lead apron
• Ability to work extended working hours
• Ability to work cross-site if required
• Adaptable and flexible

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

Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Peters NHS Foundation Trust

Guildford Road

Chertsey

KT16 0PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Education & Professional Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Management qualification or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuing personal development

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in healthcare in a junior management position
• Experience of staff management and leading a team
• Budget management experience including monitoring expenditure and identifying savings

Desirable

• Introducing new ways of working
• Project management
• Experience and familiarity with business planning and preparation of business cases

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Understanding of national NHS policy and targets.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, including oral and written skills, including chairing team meetings, writing reports.
• Competent in the use of Microsoft office; Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Skilled in using an EPR system
• Strong numeracy skills with good analytical skills and ability to understand and produce information to use in problem solving
• Ability to negotiate with and influence staff at more junior and senior levels
• Ability to manage own time/ priorities with minimal supervision

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Well organised and practical with a logical, analytical approach to work
• Pays careful attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure in a dynamic environment
• Flexible, collaborative and a team player
• Ability to work on own in pursuit of team objectives
• Positive and motivated

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex Hospital

Sterling Way

Silver Street

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

To support the Dietitians and Speech and Language therapists to provide a service to patients referred by nursing and medical staff for nutritional, swallowing and communication by:

Obtaining relevant information from medical notes, patient and hospital staff.

Reviewing stable patients and their nutritional, swallowing and communication needs, alongside support of senior colleagues as needed.Telephone contacts with patients relatives to obtain case histories.

Supporting Dietitians with enteral tube feeding discharges

Delivering pre planned SLT interventions to patients in the rehabilitation setting as directed by qualified SLT

Monitoring MUST score and food record charts, and encourage nursing staff to complete these.

Advising and educating patients where necessary on menu options and foods suitable for their dietary and textural needs.

Encouraging and assisting patients to choose and take appropriate snacks, nourishing drinks and prescribed supplements as per their diet recommendations.

Identifying patients food and drink preferences as necessary with regard to snacks, nourishing drinks and prescribed supplements, alongside their diet recommendations.

Liaising with Dietitians and SLTs regarding patients progress.

Recording information on electronic patient record

Work with all members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) to ensure patients needs are met, including other therapists, medical staff, nursing staff and ward hosts/hostesses.

CATERING

To provide a link between the catering department and the dietetic and the SLT department through regular communication with catering staff including ward hosts/hostess and catering managers, and food and snack ordering.

To organise and negotiate appropriate diets or food choices for patients with catering staff as required.

TEACHING AND TRAINING

To provide pre-planned teaching sessions and presentations to members of the MDT on the impact of poor nutrition, swallowing and communication problems and to raise awareness of the importance of these in hospital.

To be involved in communication, swallowing, nutrition and hydration induction training for new staff.

Support the Dietitians and SLTs with student training.

COMMUNICATION

To communicate with colleagues, patients and visitors in a polite and professional manner at all times.

To effectively communicate simplified nutrition, swallowing and communication information to hospital staff, patients, relatives and carers

To contribute to effective team working within multi-disciplinary teams.

To handover patient information to Dietetic or SLT colleagues at other Trusts and community teams as advised by qualified therapist, as well as writing and sending GP prescription letter requests.

To liaise with Dietetic or SLT Assistants at other Trusts (where relevant) to suggest development within the post and to seek peer support.

ADMINISTRATION

Attend regular supervision with managing Dietitian/Speech and Language Therapist, completing relevant paperwork, including competencies.

To keep accurate patient records at ward and department level in line with the Trust Record Keeping policy.

To assist the Dietitians and SLTs in the administrative and computing tasks not requiring their expertise, including making resources.

Assist the Dietitians and Speech and Language therapists with data collection for audit/research projects.

To plan, manage and be able to prioritise workload with direct support.

Attend departmental meetings.

To participate in departmental projects as appropriate

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

To have responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others and to comply at all times with the requirements of health and safety regulations.

To ensure patient confidentiality, with the understanding information will be shared with lead therapists

To comply with all Royal Free London policies and procedures.

To comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act.

To attend any mandatory training and induction courses as per RFH trust standards.

To report all clinical and non-clinical incidents or near misses promptly.

To report all complaints to the Dietetic and SLT leads and to co-operate with any investigations undertaken.

To undertake any other duties suitable for the role as requested by the Dietetic and SLT leads.

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs Grade 5+ or equivalent including English and Maths

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 - Nutrition or health and social care

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Strong computer skills - Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Knowledge or interest in nutrition, swallow and communication
• Previous role in a healthcare or caring environment

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working with a diverse range of people

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Effective written communication
• Effective written communication
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Ability to use initiative
• Ability to reassure and motivate patients
• Good interpersonal skills
• Effective organizational skills

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

• Adaptable and flexible as priorities may change quickly
• Able to maintain high standards of confidentiality

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

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Magnolia Unit

St. Michaels Primary Care Centre Pine Lodge, Gater Drive, Enfield, EN2 0JB

Enfield

EN2 0JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full list of duties and responsibilities will be found within the job description and requirements for the role can be found within the person specification.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate training in an area of neurodivergence such as Autism.
• Registered with the Health Professional Council (HCPC).
• Up to date clinical registrations e.g. RCSLT
• Further training in a specialist area of neurodivergence through formal training such as a diploma or equivalent, or a combination of specialist short courses.
• Completion of a clinical supervision training course.
• Level 3 Children's Safeguarding training.

Desirable

• Additional training in specialist areas of neurodivergence such as positive behaviour support, trauma informed practice.
• Management qualification.
• Training qualification.

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Specialised training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of pre-school children with neuro- developmental differences.
• Skilled in the use of complex methods of assessment, intervention, and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally, and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers, and other professional colleagues both within and outside of the NHS.
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
• High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialist therapies which are known to support neurodivergent children.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Ability to contain, explore, and formulate an understanding of high levels of distress, both directly with patients and indirectly via supervision of other staff.
• Capacity to maintain a high degree of professionalism in the face highly emotive and distressing problems, and situations where there may be resistance, verbal aggression, or the threat of physical aggression.
• Understands the importance of assessment that explores and considers individual cultural identity and associated support needs.
• Ability to undertake clinical risk assessment and to work within safeguarding procedures.
• Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group.
• Understanding of the need and rationale for using evidence-based therapies.
• Ability to use MS Word and Excel to write reports and analyse and present data.
• Competent in the use of clinical recording systems such as RiO.
• Understanding of the process for keeping safe, secure, and relevant clinical records.
• Ability to use email to support effective communication in line with Trust policy.

Desirable

• Specialist training and experience in autism assessment measures e.g. Autism Diagnostic Observation schedule (ADOS).
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist therapies in specific groups e.g. people with additional disabilities and supporting distressed behaviours.
• Extensive use, and knowledge of, RiO systems.

Experience

Essential

• Significant postgraduate experience in a relevant setting, such as Community services, or Acute based Neurodivergence teams.
• Substantial experience of management and supervising others in a clinical context.
• Experience of specialist clinical assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and inpatient settings.
• Experience of teaching, training, and/or supervision.
• Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting differences that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse, and the threat of physical abuse.
• Experience of working with children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions in mental health services, including the application of risk assessment and safeguarding procedures in this area.
• Experience of providing evidence-based interventions.
• Experience of using routine outcome monitoring.
• Experience of work within multidisciplinary team/multi-agency contexts.
• Experience in enabling service-user participation.
• Experience in managing busy workload and conflicting priorities.
• Experience in handling confidential and sensitive information in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

Desirable

• Experience of operationally managing or coordinating a team of clinicians.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic and motivated.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Professional approach to work.
• Accountability - Takes responsibility for own actions and promotes good team working.
• Openness - Shares information and good practice appropriately.
• Mutual respect - Treats others with courtesy and respect.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Michaels Primary Care Centre

Gater Drive

Enfield

EN2 0JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

• To deliver a high standard of evidence based care to a specified group of patients
• To adhere to NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times.
• To be responsible for the nursing management of a group of patients.
• To be fully involved in the health education of patients and relatives, identifying each opportunity to promote a healthy lifestyle.
• To liaise effectively with all members of the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) in order to ensure that patients needs are met and that services are delivered in accordance with National Service Frameworks and agreed Clinical Care Guidelines.
• To promote the well-being of children and young people and safeguard them from actual or potential harm and report concerns under the Trust Safeguarding Children/Child Protection Procedures.
• To accurately identify those children and vulnerable adults at risk of abuse, referring to our in house safeguarding team as appropriate.
• To ensure that relevant information regarding the patients needs / condition are communicated to the MDT and that any instructions are acted upon.
• To be aware of the need to adhere to the Trusts policy on valuing equality and diversity in the workplace, which incorporates the patients / visitors and staff perspective.
• To have due regard for each patients cultural and religious beliefs and to respect each patients privacy, dignity, gender and sexuality.
• To acknowledge personal limitations in patient care and seek advice from senior staff members.
• To be involved with nursing audits/essence of care/observations of care.
• To report adverse incidents which occur in the department as per policy. To assist in the investigation of such incidences.
• To ensure contemporaneous record keeping at all times and in line with the Trust policy on documentation.
• Ensure clear and accurate written and verbal information is given at all times, including patient handovers.
• Participate in Trust and Care Group initiatives to develop nursing practice and support change.
• To have knowledge of the Trust Major Incident Plan and your own role within it.

Education and Research

• To be aware of current research and the possible implications for the department speciality.
• To update knowledge in the light of current research and practice.
• To act as a practice supervisor for student nurses/adaptation nurses/HCAs.
• To at as a preceptor/mentor to newly qualified staff.
• To actively participate in the training process by demonstrating and directly supervising and by negotiating learning contracts.
• To liaise with appropriate members of teaching staff, link lecturer/lecturer practitioner.

Management

• To act as a role model at all time
• To exercise leadership where appropriate
• To take all possible steps to safeguard the welfare and safety of all staff
• To anticipate day to day staffing problems and take appropriate action in conjunction with the team leader, sister/charge nurse and head of nursing, to ensure good standards of care for the patient are maintained at all times.
• To give support and advice to junior ward staff on both clinical and administrative problems.
• To ensure effective admission/discharge of patients whilst liaising with the flow coordinator/bed manage.
• To keep the ward sister/charge nurse informed of significant changes in the day to day situation in the department.
• To act as a liaison within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure optimum, timely patient care.
• To observe a general duty of are for the health, safety and wellbeing of self, work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management associated with this post.

This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.

Please note, this vacancy may close before the specified closing date if a high volume of applications is received. Early application is advised to avoid disappointment.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse
• Significant experience working on a paediatric ward/unit
• Possesssion of a relevant degree or in the process of obtaining

Desirable

• Evidence of on-going dynamic and continuing professional development within the speciality linked to demonstratable clinical competencies and level 3 academic study
• Practice assessor / mentoring qualification
• Leadership or management training
• PILS/APLS/EPLS/ATLS
• Significant experience working in Paediatric A&E setting

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Cannulation/phlebotomy competence
• Central Venous Access Device competence
• Ability to plan and care for a group of patients.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well within a team
• Committed to family centred care
• Able to make effective decisions autonomously and in partnership with children, families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to teach, supervise and support carers, children, colleagues and students
• Ability to manage own workload Ability to reflect on and develop own practice and that of team members.
• Basic IT skills
• Willingness to engage in training and enhance clinical skills

Desirable

• APLS Competent

Experience

Essential

• Significant acute paediatric experience at Band 5
• Broad experience of clinical paediatric nursing practice within a hospital environment
• Experience of having worked with acute/chronically ill children
• Experience of taking charge
• Experience of working with families under stress
• Experience of supervising junior staff and peers
• Experience of managing a ward / team
• Experience of working within an acute and / or community paediatric team.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the application of evidence based practice.
• Knowledge of the current issues and trends in paediatrics and the Health Service.
• Understanding of audit
• Working knowledge of child protection procedures

Desirable

• Experience working as a band 6 nurse within Paediatric A&E setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

North Middlesex University Hospital NHS Trust

Sterling Way,

London

N18 1QX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Audit Co-Ordinator is primarily responsible for the Intensive Care National Audit and Research Centre (ICNARC) data collection. This involves the daily collection and classification of patients clinical data and demographics and uploading this data to online database platform. This involves being responsible for collating national mandated monthly and quarterly reports. The post holder will be working in a clinical environment within the Critical care Unit, which involves collecting data at the patients bedspace. The critical care unit cares for the sickest patients in the hospital and supports their friends and relatives during their admission

The post holder will be fully trained and supported by the clinical team in Critical Care, the post holder will be expected to manage this data, liaising with both ICNARC, Critical Care Consultants and Nurse Leads. The post holder will be expected to run monthly reports for unit and for areas outside of Critical Care, daily review of patient records within Critical Care to ensure data collection is completed in a timely manner and liaising with other hospitals sites for up-to-date data of transferred patients.

As well as the audit responsibility, the post holder will be the lead administrator for the Critical Care Follow Up Clinic and general Critical Care administration duties, including minute taking.

MAIN DUTIES

The post holders main duties and responsibilities are listed below

Audit and data collection

Daily collection and processing of physiological Critical Care patients data to comply with ICNARC protocols and audits.

Inputting clinical data into an secure online platform of all admitted Critical Care patients, this requires high level attention to detail and robust data cleansing.

Skilled use of clinical programs for collection and interpretation of patients data, like Careflow, ICE and Vitals Clinical.

Validation of Critical Care data as per ICNARC coding system. This involves liaising with ICNARC senior nurses and consultants to ensure correct coding of diagnosis, alongside filling in missing data, completing hospital outcomes, etc.

Create Monthly reports for the department, further departments within Whittington Trust and other external NHS bodies, for the purpose of governance, safety and QI work.

Liaise with nursing and medical staff to ensure accuracy of clinical data entry

Prepare regular clean dataset for export to ICNARC, monthly, quarterly and yearly.

Liaise closely with external bodies like ICNARC and the North Central London Network and other hospitals with regards to data enquiries, analysis and reports which involves using clinical electronic systems.

When dataset not complete retrospective cleaning of data via ICNARC platform

Processing of Level 2 patients data cared outside the Critical Care unit into the Careflow in collaboration with the Trusts Finance Department.

Collecting demographic and clinical data for patients outside the Critical Care unit with CC team involvement and manual processing into the ICNARC website.

Implement system upgrades when instructed by the units clinical management system supplier.

Attend regular meetings with ICNARC as part of CPD and maintenance of the high profile of the trust within that organization.

Contribute to the on-going education of the multi-disciplinary team as to data collecting, entry and reporting with regard to Critical Care Audit.

To liaise with other hospital staff and departments in the data management of patients transferred in and out across different hospitals.

To be responsible for ensuring confidentiality and safekeeping of patient records.

Adheres to Trust and Directorate policies, procedures, standards and protocols

To maintain confidentiality at all times

Minute taking and meeting coordination for Critical Care Department and Deteriorating Patient

In conjunction with the Critical Care Team, coordinate regular unit meetings such as clinical governance and Mortality and Morbidity meetings and staff meetings

Minuet take for Clinical Governance, M& M and Deteriorating patient improvement Group

Coordination action tracker for all meetings.

Admin support for all QI project across Critical Care

Administration for Follow Up Clinic

Work with follow up team to identify and enter spreadsheet potential patients for follow up clinic monthly

When patients identified send letters to all patients once discharged from hospital

Following invite letter, to telephone patients and discuss dates for clinic using spreadsheet

Book patients into clinic via Medway

On clinic days to welcome patients give out psychological questionnaires.

Administration for Critical Care Patient diaries

Person Specification

Education and experience

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, with English and math's
• Advanced computer skills - Word processing, spreadsheets and maintaining databases

Desirable

• NHS administration experience
• Experience of collating ICNARC data

Skills

Essential

• Ability to deal with difficult situations i.e. verbal complaints
• Be sensitive to the working environment
• Adaptable

personal quailties and skills

Essential

• Enthusiasm and flexibility
• A methodical and well-organised approach to work
• Able to cope under stress i.e. prioritise workload
• Good Interpersonal Skills

Desirable

• Advanced computer skills - Word processing, spreadsheets and maintaining databases

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Promote the service and support clinical staff to facilitate the safe, effective and appropriate transfer of patients identified as suitable for care from ED, wards and the community.
• Work with and be responsible for the case management of patients identified for Rapid Response and Hospital at Home.
• Attend multidisciplinary meetings and participate in cascading information from these meetings to relevant parties.
• Record data and support thecollection of data for performance monitoring and reports.
• Understand the protocols and pathways for IUCRT and work with the MDT.
• Advise and recommend appropriate discharge options to patient, family and MDT in relation to any further care needs following discharge such as community nursing.
• Provide a follow up process of contacting patients being case managed, for example following up test results
• Manage and co-ordination of patient care
• Develop patient condition specific management plans with medical staff to improve patient clinical management
• Attend appropriate internal and external meetings as representative of the Trust in relation to the IUCRT role and responsibilities.
• Actively participate in the development of the IUCR service.
• Assist in the development of IUCRT pathways, associated protocols and relevant patient group directions.
• Gain real time feedback from the users of the service to ensure that they are benefiting and that the service delivery is the best possible.
• Contribute to a summary report and clinical audit of the service and evaluate its effectiveness on patient outcomes.
• Act within the NMC/HCPC code.
• Undertake further educational qualifications and training in order to increase professional knowledge and remain updated.
• Assist in ensuring that clinical risk is assessed and managed in line with professional Whittington Health standards.
• Ensure that comprehensive risk assessment and management strategies are incorporated into all patient assessment and care
• Ensure that the information contained in any Comprehensive Risk Assessment is responsibly shared with members of the Multidisciplinary team, Social Services and other agencies in order to appropriately manage and reduce risk.
• Always adhere to Whittington Health and Safety guidance and to lead by personal example of good practice.
• Ensure accurate, contemporaneous records are kept that facilitate safety and continuity of patient care. This is to include both paper and electronic records kept within the office and in the patients own home.
• Ensure accurate statistical data is promptly submitted in line with Whittington Health Guidelines.

Work within Whittington Health Quality and Assurance Standards including the monitoring and reviewing of quality standards, policies and protocols as required within the service.

• Take the service lead in areas where there is a specific need as agreed with Leads.
• Ensure that the care given meets the standards and policies set by Whittington Health. To inform line management of constraints that will prevent these standards from being met.
• Respond promptly to any incident where service quality has fallen below an acceptable standard and report to the Lead Matron. To investigate such incidents and set action plans to ensure that identified weaknesses are resolved.
• Investigate complaints and clinical incidents as delegated by Team Leads, making recommendations about changes to practice and service that may result.
• Participate in research projects, clinical audit and/or innovations following agreed policy and protocol, leading on these in certain areas as agreed with Team Leads.
• Contribute to the development of the IUCRT by participating in working parties, committees and planning and discussion groups as agreed with supervisor and Team Leads.
• Submit timely information relating to service performance indicators and balanced score cards to Team Leads and the Quality and Assurance Department.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• RGN or Paramedic with current NMC/HCPC Registration

Desirable

• Post registration education in a relevant area

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Portfolio of varied Clinical experience
• Experience in Community/ A and E/ Care of the Elderly/ICU

Desirable

• Advanced Clinical Assessment Module or willing to work towards
• Knowledge of current issues in the NHS

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Well-developed communication skills (verbal and written).
• Community Nursing skills, or willingness to expand field of knowledge and practice
• Administration of IV medicines.

Desirable

• Diagnostic skills

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Professional attitude
• Multi-disciplinary team working

Desirable

• Possess vision and commitment to the organisation

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Hornsey Rise Health Centre

London

N19 3YU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties

Clinical Leadership

Provide highly specialist infection prevention and control advice to staff across the Trust.

Promote best practice and evidence-based infection prevention and control measures.

Act as an expert resource for complex infection prevention and control issues.

Undertake daily surveillance and review of microbiology and pathology results via the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), identifying healthcare-associated infections, alert organisms, clusters and emerging trends, and ensuring appropriate infection prevention and control actions are implemented in a timely manner.

Support clinical teams in reducing healthcare-associated infections and improving patient outcomes.

Provide visible leadership in promoting safe practice and a positive patient safety culture.

Specialist Infection Prevention and Control Practice

• Lead and participate in infection prevention and control inspections, assurance audits and governance across all Trust services.
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) rounds with the Antimicrobial Lead and the Antimicrobial Specialist Pharmacist.
• Monitor compliance with national standards, Trust policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support compliance with the Health and Social Care Act, Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and national infection prevention requirements.
• Prepare reports and assurance documentation for Trust governance committees.

Education, Professional Development and Workforce Capability

• Act as a senior clinical educator for infection prevention and control across Whittington Health.
• Work with the team in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Trust's infection prevention and control education and training strategy.
• Design, deliver and evaluate infection prevention and control teaching programmes for all staff groups, including registered professionals, support workers, medical staff, students, volunteers and contractors while ensuring that education programmes reflect current legislation, national guidance, evidence-based practice and Trust priorities.
• Provide specialist education during outbreaks, incidents and emerging infection threats to ensure staff maintain safe and effective practice. Utilise audit findings, surveillance data, incident investigations and patient safety learning to inform educational programmes and improve practice.
• Support the development and sustainability of Infection Prevention and Control Link Practitioner programmes across all clinical areas.
• Contribute to the assessment and validation of staff competencies relating to infection prevention and control practice.
• Work collaboratively with the Practice Education Team, Clinical Leads, Professional Leads and Divisional Teams to identify learning needs and develop targeted educational interventions.
• Promote a culture of continuous professional development, reflective learning and evidence-based practice throughout the organisation.

Surveillance and Reporting

• Lead on the surveillance activities relating to healthcare-associated infections.
• Analyse surveillance data and identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Produce regular reports for clinical divisions, senior management and governance committees.
• Contribute to achievement of Trust infection reduction targets and quality objectives.
• Utilise electronic surveillance systems and digital reporting tools to monitor infection prevention and control performance.
• Interpret complex data sets and present findings in an accessible format to clinical and management teams.
• Develop data-driven recommendations to support quality improvement and patient safety.

• Act as a clinical specialist for infection prevention and control audit and assurance activities across Whittington Health.
• Develop, coordinate and implement the Trust-wide IPC audit programme to ensure compliance with local and national standards.
• Lead and participate in audits relating to:
  • Hand hygiene.
  • Standard Infection Prevention and Control Precautions (SICPs).
  • Transmission-Based Precautions.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Isolation practices.
  • Environmental cleanliness.
  • Invasive device management.
  • Aseptic technique.
  • Decontamination and equipment management.
• Analyse audit findings, surveillance data and compliance reports to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Produce comprehensive audit reports and assurance summaries for clinical divisions, governance groups, the Infection Prevention and Control Committee (IPCC) and Trust Board reporting structures.
• Develop and monitor action plans arising from audit findings, inspections, incidents and outbreaks.
• Support clinical teams to implement audit recommendations and achieve measurable improvements in compliance and patient safety outcomes. Provide expert advice and challenge where audit findings identify non-compliance or unsafe practice.
• Contribute to organisational preparedness for internal and external inspections, including CQC visits and PLACE-based partnership reviews.
• Support the development of audit tools, performance indicators and assurance frameworks aligned to national guidance and Trust priorities.
• Utilise quality improvement methodologies to support sustainable changes in practice and reduce healthcare-associated infections.
• Ensure lessons learned from audits, outbreaks, incidents and investigations are disseminated effectively and embedded into clinical practice.
• Work collaboratively with divisional leads, matrons, ward managers and governance teams to promote continuous improvement and demonstrate assurance against statutory and regulatory requirements.

Incident and Outbreak Management

• Lead and coordinate infection prevention and control responses to outbreaks, incidents and clusters.
• Undertake and contribute to post infection reviews (PIR) and serious incident investigations (SII).
• Participate in outbreak control meetings and implement agreed actions.
• Escalate infection prevention risks appropriately and support organisational risk management processes.
• Liaise with UK Health Security Agency and other partner organisations when required.

Service Development and Quality Improvement

• Lead and participate in quality improvement projects aimed at reducing infection risks.
• Contribute to the development and review of IPC policies, procedures and guidance.
• Support implementation of national guidance and emerging evidence.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative approaches to infection prevention.

Strategy, Policy and Governance

• Contribute to the development, delivery and evaluation of the Trust Infection Prevention and Control Strategy and Annual Programme.
• Lead on the implementation of national infection prevention and control guidance and regulatory requirements across the organisation.
• Develop, review and update Trust infection prevention and control policies, procedures and guidance documents.
• Support organisational compliance with the Health and Social Care Act Code of Practice.
• Contribute expert specialist advice to Trust governance committees and working groups.

Research and Evidence-Based Practice

• Critically appraise emerging evidence and best practice guidance relating to infection prevention and control.
• Support and participate in research, service evaluation and quality improvement projects.
• Promote evidence-based practice across all clinical and non-clinical settings.
• Disseminate learning from research, audits, outbreaks and incidents to improve patient outcomes.

Leadership and Management

• Deputise for the Operational Lead Nurse for Infection Prevention and Control when required.
• Provide day-to-day leadership and support to junior members of the IPC team.
• Support appraisal, supervision and professional development processes.
• Represent the IPC Team at Trust meetings, working groups and external forums.
• Contribute to strategic planning and development of the IPC service.

Communication and Collaborative Partnership

• Communicate complex, sensitive and potentially contentious information effectively.
• Influence and challenge practice where infection prevention and control standards are not met.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with medical, nursing, allied health, pharmacy, estates, facilities, operational and community teams.

Revalidation and registration

It is the responsibility of all staff registered with a professional body to:

Act within the Professional Bodies Code of Practice

Maintain their own work profile to ensure revalidation standards are met and assist junior registered staff in achieving revalidation.

Contribute and participate in the development of colleagues professional practice across the trust through leading ward and/or department projects and supporting training.

Ensure optimum use is made of working time.

In addition to the standard Trust requirements, the post holder will:

• Maintain active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Comply with the NMC Code and associated professional standards.
• Maintain evidence for revalidation and continuing professional development.
• Act as a role model for professional practice and support colleagues in meeting revalidation requirements.
• Maintain specialist knowledge of infection prevention and control through ongoing education and professional development.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• Degree in Nursing or related healthcare subject
• Evidence of Level 7 academic study or equivalent specialist experience in Infection Prevention and Control
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Teaching, mentorship or assessing qualification

Desirable

• Postgraduate Certificate/Diploma in Infection Prevention and Control
• Master's degree or working towards Master's level
• Leadership or management development training

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to provide specialist IPC advice across a range of services
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex data and surveillance reports
• Ability to design, deliver and evaluate educational programmes for multidisciplinary staff groups.
• Ability to challenge and influence practice in all organisational levels
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently
• Ability to lead investigations and formulate action plans
• Ability to manage complex situations requiring negotiation and diplomacy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Significant experience of leading IPC audits within acute and community healthcare settings including developing, implementing, and monitoring action plans following audits and inspections
• Experience in analysing and presenting complex audit and surveillance data to support quality improvement programmes and demonstrating measurable outcomes
• Experience in analysing and presenting complex audit and surveillance data to support quality improvement programmes and demonstrating measurable outcomes
• Advanced IT skills including Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Excellent facilitation, coaching and presentation skills
• Project management skills

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Significant post-registration nursing experience
• Extensive experience working within Infection Prevention and Control services
• Experience in developing policies, guidelines or standard operating procedures
• Experience of HCAI surveillance and reporting
• Experience of audit, governance and quality improvement activities
• Experience of outbreak and incident management
• Significant experience in delivering education, training and competency assessment within healthcare settings.
• Experience developing and implementing learning programmes that improve clinical practice and patient safety.
• Experience of post-infection review (PIR) analysis and incident investigations
• Experience presenting assurance reports and support CQC inspections or equivalent external assurance reviews.
• Detailed knowledge of IPC legislation, standards and guidance
• Knowledge of microbiology relevant to infection prevention and control
• Knowledge of antimicrobial stewardship principles
• Experience in supporting workforce development and practice improvement initiatives.

Desirable

• Experience of leading Trust-wide improvement initiatives
• Acute and community NHS experience

Personal qualities

Essential

• Professional credibility and integrity
• Strong leadership qualities
• Commitment to patient safety and quality improvement
• Ability to work collaboratively across professional boundaries
• Resilient and adaptable approach to work
• Ability to challenge constructively and professionally
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
• Self-motivated and proactive

Desirable

• Willing to travel to Whittington Health Community sites as required
• Ability to respond flexibly to infection incidents and outbreaks

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Health

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

To gain informed consent for treatment in accordance with Trust policy. This will frequently be to patients/carers and relatives who may have diverse or complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g. deafness, dysphasia, depression, chronic pain, etc. and will require use of verbal and non-verbal communication tools.

To develop and deliver therapy treatment programmes using guidelines set by qualified therapists. E.g. patient education, exercise programmes, or classes.

Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if necessary following discussion with qualified therapists.

To ensure own competency prior to using any medical device e.g. gym equipment, hoists and mobility aids.

To ensure own competency when issuing equipment to patient e.g. patient appliances, splints and other aids.

Maintain accurate documentation both written and electronic in accordance with professional, legal and Trust guidelines.

To hold responsibility for own caseload within a defined area of the service and work without direct supervision.

To maintain a clean, tidy and safe environment and equipment both in Trusts premises or clients home, having due respect for Health and Safety.

To use and apply clinical knowledge and experience to assess and manage clinical risk within the limits of own scope of practice.

To work within infection control guidelines to ensure that therapy/treatment/care does not constitute a risk of infection either to the healthcare professional to the client or to any persons visiting/working in Trust premises.

Support other therapy assistants as required.

To collect clinical data relevant to the service, as required.

To achieve and maintain necessary competencies require to fulfil the role

Communication

To communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives on an individual or group basis to maximise rehabilitation potential through verbal and non-verbal methods. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance.

To be committed to a team approach in order to provide continuity and efficiency of service provision.

To liaise with multidisciplinary team/colleagues/medical nursing staff as required.

Carry out designated therapy work within the patients home environment.

Other

To carry out administrative duties as required, working collaboratively with clerical staff i.e. data input, typing, filing, provide reception cover etc.

To attend any meetings as designated by senior therapists.

To identify opportunities to improve the service in order to provide the best patient care within the available resources.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards
• GCSE (or equivalent) pass in English and Maths

Desirable

• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio - including certificates from relevant courses or training

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting AND/OR working with people with a variety of physical conditions AND/OR working as a therapy assistant
• Experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in NHS hospital or community setting

Skills

Essential

• Competent IT skills (Word, Email)
• Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
• Ability to organise prioritise and delegate
• Ability to comprehend and work within the trust's policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety and meet the differing needs of the patients
• Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes
• Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
• Ability to problem solve
• Excellent command of the English language
• Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Experience of supervising other staff

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work as a team member
• Flexible
• Empathetic
• Reliable

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Passes Occupational Health clearance and police checks
• Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
• Car driver and independent means of transport

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stroke ESD & CNRT G23950

Leamington Spa Rehabilitation Hospital

South Warwickshire

CV34 6SR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the high quality medical services to all patients in accordance with the practices procedures and protocols.

Will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing a full range of general medical services to patients. In addition to providing primary care services, the post holder will be expected to be involved in liaison with other agencies.

Clinical responsibilities:

• In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make him/her-self available to undertake a variety of duties including face to face consultations, online consultations (using SystmConnect), telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
• Carry out home visits as required
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, developing care plans for health
• Providing counselling and health education
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Collecting data for audit purposes
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate
• Provide Family Planning, contraceptive and ante/post natal care
• Prepare medical reports for insurance companies, employers and other statutory bodies.
• Maintain appropriate level of communication with other agencies for whom care is being given to the patients for whom the practitioner is responsible.
• In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other responsibilities within the organisation:

• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation
• Contributing to improving the efficiency and effectiveness of chronic disease management.
• Active participation in the management arrangements of the practice.
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records
• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data
• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.
• Participate in the teaching, training and supervision of other professionals, GP Registrars, undergraduate students attached to the practice both formally and informally.
• Assist the practice in maintaining GP training status.

Contribution to the implementation of services:

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with GMC
• Registered on Performers List as a General Practitioner

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Organisational skills/ time management
• Team Player

Experience

Desirable

• SystmConnect experience
• SystmOne experience
• Clinical supervision or mentoring

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

Nettleham Medical Practice

Address

14 Lodge Lane

Nettleham

Lincoln

LN2 2RS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent in English

Desirable

• Grade 4 (C) GCSE or above in English Language

Experience

Essential

• Previous office based administrative work
• Working with members of the public
• Working as part of a team

Desirable

• Previous NHS admin experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Computer literate & knowledge of Microsoft programmes (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and other Trust wide computer programmes (e.g. Evolve, Portal, Lorenzo).
• Using simple statistics, data analysis and interpretation and manipulation of data
• Data entry, text processing, storage of data and updating databases
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Desirable

• Knowledge of Datix

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 Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Colchester/Ipswich Hospital

Ipswich

IP4 5PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical / Service Delivery To provide specialist CBT assessment, formulation and intervention for children and young people presenting with a range of mental health difficulties, including but not limited to anxiety disorders, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, trauma-related presentations, low mood, emotional dysregulation and difficulties associated with neurodevelopmental needs. To deliver evidence-based CBT interventions adapted to the developmental, cognitive, communication, cultural and systemic needs of children, young people and families. To work collaboratively with children, young people, parents and carers to develop shared formulations, goals and treatment plans. To provide care that is inclusive, culturally sensitive, anti-discriminatory and responsive to the diverse needs of children, young people and families. To provide individual CBT, parent/carer work, family-informed interventions and group-based interventions where appropriate. To undertake specialist assessment of risk, including self-harm, suicidal ideation, risk to others, exploitation, neglect, abuse and safeguarding concerns. To contribute to safety planning, crisis planning and risk management in collaboration with the young person, family, wider CAMHS team and partner agencies. To maintain a caseload of children and young people with complex and varied presentations, ensuring that clinical work is prioritised according to risk, need and service demands. To work with complexity, including co-morbidity, neurodevelopmental needs, family stressors, trauma, school difficulties and social care involvement. To ensure that the voice of the child or young person is central to assessment, formulation, intervention and care planning. To make appropriate onward referrals or signpost to other services where needs fall outside the post-holders clinical remit or require additional specialist support. To work as an active member of the Community CAMHS multidisciplinary team, contributing to referrals discussions, assessments, care planning, reviews and discharge planning. To provide psychological consultation and advice to colleagues within CAMHS regarding CBT formulation, intervention planning and risk management.

Communication and Engagement To liaise with parents, carers, schools, social care, paediatrics, GPs, voluntary sector agencies and other professionals involved in the young persons care. To contribute to multi-agency meetings, including child protection conferences, child in need meetings, education planning meetings, early help meetings and care planning reviews where appropriate. To support effective transitions between services, including transition to adult mental health services, specialist CAMHS pathways or community-based support. To communicate complex and sensitive information clearly, compassionately and appropriately to children, young people, parents, carers and professionals. To adapt communication to meet the needs of children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, communication differences, trauma histories, cultural needs or sensory needs. To manage conversations involving distress, risk, disagreement or safeguarding concerns in a calm, professional and child-centred manner. To promote collaborative relationships with families and professional networks while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries.

Service Improvement and Participation

To contribute to the development of CBT pathways within Community CAMHS, including intervention offers for common mental health presentations. To support service improvement initiatives aimed at improving access, outcomes, experience and equity of care. To participate in audit, outcome monitoring, clinical governance and quality assurance activity. To use routine outcome measures and feedback tools to inform clinical practice and service evaluation. To contribute to the development of group programmes, psychoeducation resources, parent/carer materials and young-person-friendly clinical information. To identify gaps in provision and work with senior colleagues to support service planning and pathway improvement.

Professional Responsibilities To work within professional codes of conduct, ethical frameworks and organisational policies. To maintain appropriate professional registration/accreditation and engage in continuing professional development. To maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with service standards, information governance requirements and professional guidance. To ensure that consent, confidentiality and information sharing are managed appropriately, particularly when working with children, young people and families. To maintain awareness of relevant legislation and guidance, including the Children Act, Mental Capacity Act, Mental Health Act, Working Together to Safeguard Children, SEND guidance and local safeguarding procedures. To manage clinical work within the limits of professional competence, seeking supervision and advice where required. To attend and participate in team meetings. Adhere to Trust policies, safeguarding procedures, and professional standards.

General Duties Maintain awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and escalate concerns appropriately. To contribute to reducing barriers to accessing CAMHS for underserved or marginalised groups. To consider the impact of poverty, racism, disability, neurodivergence, sexuality, gender identity, culture, religion, language and family context on mental health and access to services. Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy at postgraduate diploma level or equivalent.
• BABCP accreditation as a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, or clear eligibility and active progression towards accreditation within an agreed timeframe.
• Core professional qualification or relevant mental health professional background, such as nursing, social work, occupational therapy, psychology, psychotherapy, counselling, or equivalent substantial CAMHS/mental health experience.
• Evidence of ongoing continuing professional development relevant to CBT and child and adolescent mental health.

Desirable

• Additional training in CBT for children and young people.
• EMDR training (Part 1/Part 2 or accredited practitioner status) and experience in delivering EMDR-informed interventions.
• Training in supervision, consultation or leadership.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience of working with children, young people and families with mental health difficulties.
• Experience of delivering CBT interventions for moderate to severe mental health presentations.
• Experience of undertaking specialist mental health assessments, formulations and treatment plans.
• Experience of assessing and managing clinical risk, including self-harm and suicidal ideation.
• Experience of safeguarding children and working within multi-agency systems.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of adapting clinical practice to meet the developmental needs of children and young people.

Desirable

• Experience working in a Community CAMHS service.
• Experience delivering group interventions or parent/carer programmes.
• Experience working with young people with autism, ADHD, learning disability or complex trauma.
• Experience providing supervision, consultation or training to other professionals.
• Experience contributing to service development, audit or quality improvement.

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of CBT theory, formulation and evidence-based intervention.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development.
• Knowledge of common mental health presentations in children and young people.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management in CAMHS.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children legislation, guidance and procedures.
• Understanding of the impact of family, school, peer, cultural and social contexts on children's mental health.
• Understanding of confidentiality, consent, capacity and information sharing when working with children, young people and families.
• Understanding of outcome monitoring and routine evaluation of clinical work.

Desirable

• Knowledge of CYP-IAPT principles, including participation, goal-based outcomes and routine outcome monitoring.
• Knowledge of local CAMHS pathways, early help, social care, education and voluntary sector provision.
• Knowledge of SEND processes and education-based support.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming and culturally responsive practice.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to undertake specialist CBT assessment, formulation and intervention with children and young people.
• Ability to adapt CBT to the needs of younger children, adolescents, parents/carers and family systems.
• Ability to independently manage a complex clinical caseload, demonstrating effective prioritisation, time management and decision-making in response to competing clinical demands and service pressures.
• Ability to assess, formulate and manage risk in collaboration with young people, families and professional networks.
• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive clinical information clearly, both verbally and in writing, ensuring accurate, timely and high-quality clinical records are maintained in accordance with professional and organisational standards.
• Ability to work collaboratively with children, young people, parents, carers and professionals.
• Ability to contribute constructively to MDT discussions, care planning and service development.
• Ability to use supervision effectively and reflect on clinical practice.

Desirable

• Ability to provide supervision or consultation to other staff.
• Ability to contribute to pathway development, audit, training or quality improvement.
• Ability to deliver psychoeducation or group-based interventions.
• Ability to support service user participation and co-production.

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Able to undertake training in the management of violence reduction.
• Has the ability to perform the full range of professional duties.

Contractual

Essential

• Ability to work flexibly and across the local area as required to meet service needs.
• A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Values

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation.

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Balderton Primary Care Centre

Balderton

NG24 3HJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Care Navigation & Patient Support

Provide a warm, professional first point of contact for all patients. Use active signposting to direct patients to the most appropriate clinician, service or resource in line with practice protocols. Manage incoming telephone calls and online requests, ensuring urgent issues are identified and escalated promptly. Assist patients in understanding digital access routes ie online systems and NHS App. Communicate clearly, sensitively and respectfully when supporting vulnerable or distressed patients.

Reception Duties

Welcome patients and manage face to face enquiries at the reception desk. Book, amend and manage appointments using clinical systems. Process prescription requests, sick notes, referrals and other administrative tasks following practice guidelines. Handle payments and issue receipts where applicable. Maintain a calm, organised front desk environment, even during busy periods.

Administrative Support

Process and route incoming clinical correspondence, pathology results, and documentation. Perform accurate scanning, coding and workflow management using digital systems. Maintain patient records in line with practice and NHS data standards. Support administrative projects such as audits, data quality improvement and service development.

Confidentiality & Compliance

Adhere to strict confidentiality and data protection policies at all times. Respect patient privacy and maintain secure handling of all personal data. Follow practice policies, health and safety procedures, safeguarding standards and infection control protocols.

Communication & Teamwork

Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, supporting colleagues and sharing information effectively. Attend staff meetings, mandatory training and development sessions. Demonstrate a positive, flexible attitude and willingness to support the wider team during periods of high demand.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional and compassionate under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Competent IT skills, including use of Microsoft 365.
• Ability to prioritise workload in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Flexible and cooperative team player.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a GP practice, healthcare environment, or customer-facing administrative role.
• Experience with SystmOne, AccuRx or similar systems.
• Understanding of care navigation, triage principles or NHS primary care pathways.
• Experience supporting vulnerable or distressed patients

Employer details

Employer name

North Swindon Practice

Address

Home Ground Surgery

Thames Avenue

Swindon

SN25 1QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description