Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information on the key responsibilities and person requirements for this role.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• General education (GCSE or equivalent)

Desirable

• Previous NHS Experience

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Sound administrative, organisational, secretarial, and computing skills

Desirable

• Experience using NHS IT system
• Experience working in a high pressure environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

Northwick Park Hospital- Eliot ward

Watford Road

Harrow

HA1 3UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

Are you a Registered Nurse, looking for a career in the community?

In the Exmouth, Budleigh, Woodbury Cluster we have exciting opportunities for you to join one of our Community Nursing teams, We work in a coastal seaside area and look forward to you joining our Community Nursing teams covering 6 GP practices.

As a Registered Nurse working in the Community you will provide person centred care based on the holistic nursing assessment in order to plan, implement and evaluate nursing care. You will promote and support self-management and work with people to manage their long-term conditions, prevent hospital admission, and support early discharge from the in-patient setting. The role also focuses on using and developing your clinical skills and supporting individuals at the end of life. You will work in a Community Nursing Team which is part of the wider Adult Health and Social Care Team, as well as working with a wide variety of providers, to meet the nursing needs of individuals in their home setting or alternative residential settings.

Experience in Community Nursing is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided and fully supported.

Within Community Nursing, career development opportunities include education in specialist areas, such as Tissue Viability, End of life care and Long-term Conditions, with link Nurse roles supported to enable continual professional development.

Working Pattern: 7.5 hours daily working a 2 week roster 2 days one week and 3 days the following week

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Please note, this is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees.

For further information please contact: Louise Bidwell, Operational Lead. [email protected] / 07812608764 or Lorraine Murray, Professional Lead, [email protected], 07970180101

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exmouth

Devon

EX8 2JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Additional contact details: - Jean McCabe - [email protected]

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate professional qualification in occupational therapy role (or pending)
• Registration with HCPC (or pending)

Desirable

• Post graduate training in relevant specialist area

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a variety of practice areas whilst on student placements (or postgraduate)

Desirable

• Experience of supporting people with mental health issues, learning disability or autism
• Experience of working in Multidisciplinary Team

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of professional standards and their application to practice
• Understanding of the needs of service users with mental health conditions and/or learning disabilities

Desirable

• Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.
• Knowledge of the evidence base for the clinical practice area

Skills

Essential

• Record keeping and report writing
• Collaborating with service users and carers/ families in accordance with principles of co-production
• Good observational skills and ability to describe such observations verbally and in writing
• Able to work flexibly and co operatively as part of a team.
• Delegates tasks appropriately
• Apply latest research evidence and evaluative thinking in practice
• Ability to adapt treatment using own initiative.
• Compassionate in meeting the needs of vulnerable people and their families and carers.
• Ability to work on own in a variety of settings using initiative appropriately
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to prioritise own workload
• Completion of Preceptorship programme and competency framework within 1 year of starting post (or pending)
• Knowledge and experience of the clinical area
• Must have full valid driving license and have use of a car for business purposes

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

One Life

Park Road

Hartlepool

TS247PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidates will support the clinical team by:

• Providing psychological assessments for adults with suspected autism under the close supervision of a practitioner psychologist including psychometric and neuropsychological assessments.
• Working directly with adults, offering guidance, and information throughout the assessment process.
• Liaising with other professionals to ensure effective communication and coordination of clients care.
• Providing brief psychological intervention following diagnostic outcomes, including providing psychoeducation, signposting and onward care navigation.
• Assisting the MDT in the development of individual or group clinical materials or training materials.
• Maintaining high standards of clinical documentation, confidentiality and information governance in accordance with Trust policies and local procedures.
• Working in line with professional, ethical and safeguarding standards at all times.
• Contributing to data collection, service evaluation and audit as outlined by service demands.
• Supporting administrative processes linked to clinical activity e.g. maintaining databases, outcome measures and waiting lists.
• Providing other administrative duties to ensure the effective running of the service (e.g. development of service literature, and patient resources, booking rooms, arranging meetings, taking minutes etc).

For a full list of responsibilities, please see attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A First-class or Upper-second-class Bachelor's degree with Honours in Psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society and confers the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of BPS

Desirable

• Further study or qualifications relevant to neurodevelopmental conditions

Experience

Essential

• Sufficient post-graduate experience of psychological assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs to be able to work clinically with close direct supervision.
• Post-graduate experience of conducting research projects or audits
• Experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities. This may have been gained through work, research, volunteering and / or lived experience.

Desirable

• The Trust encourages and welcomes applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges, and neurodevelopmental conditions. We see this as valuable and recognise the positive impact this experience can have on the work we do.

Knowledge

Essential

• Graduate level knowledge of psychological research methodology and statistical analysis.
• Good theoretical knowledge of the problems experienced by and needs of people with autism and of methods of assessment and intervention
• Awareness of racial and diversity issues through attendance of relevant training.

Skills

Essential

• Skills in relevant psychological assessment and interventions that enable working as a pre-qualified practitioner with close clinical supervision.
• Well-developed verbal and written communication skills including communicating complex, information to clients, families and colleagues.
• Skills in providing supporting teaching and training provided by psychologists or others to other professional groups.
• Well-developed IT skills including entry and analysis of research data.

Desirable

• Skills in completing neuropsychological assessments

Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, participating in effective team functioning and holding team roles.
• Ability to maintain concentration and to remain in restricted positions for long periods during observations, assessments and psychological interventions.
• Ability to identify and follow relevant clinical governance procedures.
• Ability to manage occasional emotionally stressful situations such as working with victims of abuse or trauma, or with people who engage in severe self-harming or aggressive behaviour.
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information to people who may have impediments to understanding.
• Ability to manage verbal abuse and hostility directed at self.

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingswood Centre

134 Honeypot Lane

NW9 9QY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

As an IBD Nurse Specialist you will be expected to provide specialist IBD advice to patients (including transition) and their families/ carers, other healthcare professionals and students.

To take responsibility for own patient caseload/workload within the designated clinical area and for the assessment and treatment of patients on a day to day basis. You will be responsible for organising your own workload within the requirements of the specialist team activities and work plan.

To be responsible for the day-to-day management and clinical delivery of the Gastro Day Unit (based at Whipton Community Hospital). This includes new patient review, consenting, appointment scheduling, delivery of IV and subcutaneous treatment, venepuncture & cannulation, clinical assessment and monitoring of patients on immuno-suppressive, biologic and advanced therapies.

To undertake nurse led clinics for patients in routine follow-up, newly diagnosed, in transition from paediatric care, having flare-ups and those undergoing immuno-suppressive and biologic therapy. To work within the guidelines and protocols in place, to provide expert assessment, management, education, information and support for both inpatients and outpatients with IBD, and their families, ensuring patients receive therapy in a safe and timely manner. To develop the skills to assess and interpret specialist information, including blood results and take appropriate action, acting as patients advocate when necessary

To triage and act upon information from the advice lines, in line with guidelines and protocols in place, to be available for early access to clinics, to expedite consultation for treatment and admission in acute relapse.

To escalate concerns to IBD CNM / IBD AP / Consultant Gastroenterologist in a timely fashion.

To work closely with other IBD CNSs and the wider multi disciplinary team, to contribute towards the development of effective networks and liaison within IBD locally, regionally and nationally.

To provide teaching in practice to other healthcare professionals and students through clinical supervision/ facilitation. Act as a positive role model and clinical resource for other healthcare professionals and students. Contribute to the development of staff and patient education/information, specific to IBD.

To maintain own and others awareness of relevant research evidence related to the speciality and work with others in applying this to practice. To identify areas of potential research relating to the speciality. To participate in relevant national and local research activities, audit projects and service evaluation in order to improve standards of patient care.

Use reflection to identify and prioritise education/development needs. Pursue an ongoing programme of professional education/development relevant to the specialty.

Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 30 hours - hours between 8 am and 6 pm

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed (likely mid October)

For further information please contact: Sarah Hawkins, Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) for the Inflammatory Bowel Disease service on 01392 406101 or [email protected]

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Consultant in Audiovestibular MedicineGrade: Medical & Dental Consultant Substantive: 2 x 6PA PostsContract: SubstantiveDepartment: Specialty MedicineReports To: Clinical Lead for AVMAccountable To: Clinical DirectorSite: St Helier and EpsomHours of work(p/w): 6PAs (24 hours per week)Post DescriptionWe are recruiting 2 part time , 6PA consultants in Audiovestibular Medicine, they will be joining theexisting consultants in this area based St Helier Hospital. The work as a consultantis mainly carried out on the St Helier Site with some sessions which may be held at EpsomHospital. The service represents a modernisation of audiovestibular pathways andconsultants closely with other trust specialists. This service is strongly supported andresourced by the Trust.Audiovestibular Model of Care at Epsom and St Helier University HospitalsTrustAudiovestibular medicine (AVM) has been established in the Trust since 1989. It ispart of the Department of Audiology. There are 6 consultants in the department andone specialist registrar who is on the Pan-Thames Specialist Registrar rotation. Theservice is well received and supported by local general practitioners and the majorityof the referrals received come from GPs and other consultants within the trust. Weprovide ototoxicity monitoring for the Royal Marsden Hospital in Sutton. Referrals arealso received from neighbouring CCGs and from boroughs further afield without AVMprovision.The speciality is outpatient-based with no designated beds for inpatient activityalthough there is good liaison with the ENT specialist for access to the operating listfor paediatric ABR testing under GA where appropriate, and access to day case bedson QMCH for sedated ABR testing, when necessary. Clinics are held at FergusonHouse in the recently refurbished audiology department, and the Springall OutpatientUnit, for adult patients, and at the Queen Marys Hospital for Childrens recentlyrefurbished Paediatric Audiology Unit and Outpatient Clinics for paediatric patients.The entire range of audiovestibular and neuro-otological symptoms are seen in bothpaediatric and adult AVM clinics.The staffing component of the Department comprises:3 x Band 8 heads of service (Adult and Paediatric)2 x Hearing therapists6 x Band 7 senior Specialist Audiologists7 x band 6 senior Audiologists4 x band 5 Audiologists5x band 3 assistant audiologistsAudiology POD admin teamThe audiology department provides a full range of tertiary diagnostic services,(including auditory brainstem response, otoacoustic emissions, acoustic reflex andspeech audiometry, videonystagmography, VEMP and caloric test, vHIT, balanceplatform, mastoid vibration) and therapeutic interventions for imbalance, dizziness,tinnitus and hearing loss.The work of the Consultant AVPs is supported by the audiologists and hearingtherapists in the department. There is also good support and interaction with theadvisory service for children with hearing loss from the boroughs of Merton, Suttonand Surrey and other professionals in the multi-disciplinary team around the child.The team also benefit from being members of a dynamic and proactive CHSWG.Medical investigations such as radiological and phlebotomy services are provided onsite. There is specialist radiological input: monthly radiology meetings, fortnightlyneuroradiology meetings, and access to play specialist support for childrenundergoing investigations and procedures as needed. Some investigations, such as3T MRI, and neurovestibular physiotherapy can be accessed by referring to StGeorges Hospital as we are now part of the same organisation (GESH). Joint MDTwith regional clinical genetics is held quarterly. There are 8 interesting/challengingcases meetings, shared with St Georges AVM colleagues, per year.We are a friendly and cohesive team. There are monthly adult and paediatric teammeetings, regular clinical governance meetings and we participate in quarterly SouthWest Regional Audit Group peer review meetings.Consultant Audiovestibular Medicine PostsIt is anticipated that the 2 post holders will provide adult and/or paediatric AVMoutpatient clinics according to service needs and the candidates interests. There isalso an opportunity to provide and further develop a paediatric dizzy/vestibular clinic.The post includes 3.5 outpatient clinics, 1 session for SPA, and 1.5 session for clinic related activity. The post has arisen due to a vacancy, and continued increaseddemand for the AVM service. The post-holder will: In conjunction with other health professionals, investigate and manageadults and children with, vertigo, imbalance and/or tinnitus Investigate progressive and fluctuating sensorineural hearing loss Interpret audiovestibular test results in the context of clinical findingsThere is scope for the post holder to develop their areas of interest within thedepartment.Secretarial / Administrative SupportThere is administrative and secretarial support for the post.Main Responsibilities and DutiesPrinciple Duties of the PostThe principal duty of this post is to provide a comprehensive clinical service topatients.1. To at all times, comply with the GMCs guidance on Good Medical Practiceas amended or substituted from time to time.2. To ensure that patient confidentiality is maintained at all times.3. To undertake duties as defined within the attached job plan in so far aspracticable and in agreement with your Clinical Director.4. To be responsible and managerially accountable for the reasonable andeffective use of Trust resources that you use and influence, andprofessionally accountable to the Medical Director.5. On commencement to ensure personal attendance at the Trusts corporateInduction (or arranged Consultant Induction).6. To participate in the Trusts Statutory & Mandatory training programme.7. To be responsible for the Clinical Management of in and out patients underyour care.8. Review ward referrals either in person or to give advice to junior membersof the teamTeaching & Training To share responsibility with other Consultants for the recruitment, appointmentand supervision of junior medical staff in accordance with Trust policies. To devote time on a regular basis for teaching and training of junior medicalstaff, contributing as appropriate to post-graduate and continuing medicaleducation. To devote time, through agreement on a regular basis for teaching and trainingof medical students as part of agreed teaching arrangements with theFoundation School.Management & Governance1. To be responsible for the management, appraisal and discipline of juniordoctors who are attached to you, after taking appropriate advice, whereappropriate.2. To maintain personal and professional development. The post holder will beexpected to register with their respective Royal College for the purpose ofCME/CPD and to fulfil the requirements of that registration.3. To provide advice, as required to the Executive and Trust board, GeneralPractitioners and other interested parties, on the provision of planning ofclinical services locally, regionally and nationally in keeping with confidentialityagreements relating to Trust business.4. To co-operate in the present framework agreement of managementarrangements.5. To fully participate in Clinical Governance arrangements across the Trustincluding participation in clinical audit, research (where appropriate), pursuingan agreed agenda with colleagues and the Trust Board and fully co-operatingin implementing the results in order to achieve best practice.6. To participate, on at least an annual basis in consultant appraisal and jobplanning reviews.7. To comply with Trust policies and procedures where appropriate.8. To ensure that all intellectual property rights of the Trust are observed.Proposed Job PlanThe proposed job plan for this post is attached below. This will be discussed in detailwith the post holder on appointment.Job plans will be reviewed annually, following an appraisal meeting. The job plan willbe a prospective agreement that sets out a Consultants typical working pattern,duties, objectives and responsibilities for the coming year. It will cover all aspects ofa Consultants professional practice including clinical work, teaching, research,education, managerial responsibilities and external commitments.On appointment of the post holder, the Clinical Director may commence discussionsto finalise the job plan which will become operational on appointment. The job plan isan indicative plan of the duties the post holder is likely to be asked to undertake.Additional programmed activities may be offered to the post holder. Any offer ofadditional programmed activities will be based on the needs of the service and in linewith the Trust objectives and will be reviewed on an annual basis.The post is predominantly expected to be at St Helier hospital. If cross site workingis necessary then allowance for travelling time between sites will be made within theprogrammed activities detailed on the job plan.Private PracticeThe post holder should ensure that any private practice commitments are discussedwith your Clinical Director and entered into the prospective job plan. Any change tothese will need to be discussed between the post holder and the Clinical Director andrecorded in an amended job plan. Consultants will be required to ensure that theymeet the code of conduct for private practice at all times.Any successful Candidate will be given an opportunity to meet and discuss and agreethe Job plan in detail in accordance with the Trust Job planning Process.

Person Specification

education and qualification

Essential

• completion of AVP training rotation
• medical degree
• professional registration

Desirable

• MSc MED AUD

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential

• DEMONSTRATE A HIGH STANDARD OF CLINICAL SKILL AND EXPERTISE

Desirable

• SUPERVISION OF TRAINEES

REASEARCH EXPERIENCE

Essential

• DEMONSTRATE THE ABILITY TO CONTRIBUTE TO CHANGE MANAGEMENT
• ABILITY TO APPLY RSEARCH FINDINGS TO CLINICAL PROBLEMS

Desirable

• PUBLICATIONS IN PEER REVIEW JOURNALS

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

Essential

• TEAMWORKING
• GOOD INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
• PATIENT CENTRED APPROACH
• COMMITMENT TO CONTINUED PERSONAL PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

wrythe lane

sutton

SM51AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide highly specialist psychological assessment and therapy to patients and carers as appropriate to the service.

To provide highly specialist advice and consultation on clients formulation and psychological management to other non-psychologist colleagues.

To use highly specialist psychological knowledge and skills to contribute to the more effective management of patients by the various teams in the area and where appropriate outside of the area.

To clinically supervise/line manage trainee clinical psychologists, assistant psychologists, CAPs and less experienced psychology staff, and other professionals.

To contribute to audit, research, policy and service development within the areas served by the Psychological Therapies Service.

To develop and deliver training in psychological therapies for multidisciplinary staff.

To provide a highly specialist clinical psychology assessment/treatment and consultation service to children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and their families who are referred to CAMHS. To provide clinical skills in a particular area of expertise such asneurodevelopmental disorders including ASC and ADHD, CBT, Trauma or Eating Disorders.

To provide consultation and advice in area of specialism to colleagues in the team and other agencies.

To support the CAMHS team with service evaluation and audit to include supporting the service in becoming more accessible and inclusive to the diverse local population served by this CAMHS team.

To provide training as needed to other members of the multidisciplinary team on psychological assessment, formulation and treatment for young people in CAMHS

Please see Job Description for full details

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Doctoral Clinical Psychology (not Counselling Psychology) qualification or equivalent. Eligible for Chartered Psychologist status. HPC Registered.
• Post qualification and further specialist training in specified specialist intervention Additional training in assessment and therapeutic approaches in a specialist area relevant to CAMHS

Desirable

• Supervision Training

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Care Co-ordination or equivalent role.
• Training others in MH services topics.
• Experience of working alongside multidisciplinary colleagues
• Evidence based therapeutic interventions with client group.
• Psychological assessment skills and knowledge
• Advanced theoretical and practical knowledge in the specialism. Ability to use this knowledge to think systemically/ organizationally
• Experience of risk assessment and management
• Knowledge of relevant Legislation eg MH Act.
• Experience of providing training to colleagues and other agencies
• Experience of delivering therapies to young people and families in CAMHS.
• Experience of using psychometric assessments with this client group
• Experience of assessing and managing young people who are suicidal and young people who present a risk to self and others.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work effectively and flexibly as an integral member of a team.
• Good communication and liaison skills
• Empathy/engagement skills with the client group
• Ability to cope with workload pressure/ prioritise workload
• Ability to work independently.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

South Bristol CAMHS, Knowle Clinic

Broadfield Road, Knowle

Bristol

BS4 2UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Competent use of in-house systems, for which training will be given.

Provide advice in own area of expertise

Ensure post/mail for the team is dealt with efficiently

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ 2/RSA 2 or equivalent relevant to role

Experience

Essential

• Experience of a range of secretarial procedures and software programmes

Knowledge

Essential

• Relevant previous experience specific to role
• Knowledge of a range of secretarial work procedures and software programmes acquired through NVQ 2/RSA 2 or equivalent
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Knowledge of MS Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Desirable

• Knowledge of administration and clerical procedures

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

The Greenfield Centre

Stoke on Trent

ST6 5UD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Please be aware that, due to the anticipated high volume of applications, the vacancy will automatically close once 25 applications have been received.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Good standard of general education including English Language & Maths GCSE at level C or above, or equivalent
• NVQ Level 3 in Health and Social Care or equivalent

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
• IT skills

Desirable

• Abillity to problem solve

Other

Essential

• Ability travel between care settings will be required

Experience and Knowledge Required

Essential

• Working in health and or social care environment
• Understanding of factors that influence health and wellbeing
• Understanding of the implications for, and responsibilities of the post for Risk Management and Safeguarding

Desirable

• Community experience
• MDT or integrated team working
• Palliative Care Experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Avenue DN team

Whitecoates Lane

Chesterfield

S40 3HW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow local MSK pathways and abide by wider Health care system and refer through appropriate referral systems
• Work independently, with access to supervision, to assess, diagnose, triage, and manage patients, taking responsibility for prioritising and managing a caseload of the PCNs Registered Patients
• Receive patients who self-refer (where systems permit) or from a clinical professional within the PCN, and where required refer to other health professionals within the PCN
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a patient facing role, using their expert knowledge of movement and function issues, to create stronger links for wider services through clinical leadership, teaching and evaluation
• Develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership with patients, providing a range of first line treatment options including self-management, referral to rehabilitation focussed services and social prescribing
• Make use of your full scope of practice, developing skills relating to independent prescribing, injection therapy and investigation to make professional judgements and decisions in unpredictable situations, including when provided with incomplete or contradictory information. You will take responsibility for making and justifying these decisions
• Manage complex interactions, including working with patients with psychosocial and mental health needs, referring onwards as required and including social prescribing when appropriate
• Communicate effectively with patients, and their carers where applicable, complex and sensitive information regarding diagnoses, pathology, prognosis and treatment choices supporting personalised care
• Implement all aspects of effective clinical governance for own practice, including undertaking regular audit and evaluation, supervision and training;
• develop integrated and tailored care programmes in partnership with patients through:

1. effective shared decision-making with a range of first line management options (appropriate for a patients level of activation)
2. assessing levels of Patient Activation to support a patients own level of knowledge, skills and confidence to self-manage their conditions, ensuring they can evaluate and improve the effectiveness of self-management interventions, particularly for those at low levels of activation
3. agreeing with patients appropriate support for self-management through referral to rehabilitation focussed services and wider social prescribing as appropriate

• Designing and implementing plans that facilitate behavioural change, optimise patients physical activity and mobility, support fulfilment of personal goals and independence, and reduce the need for pharmacological interventions
• Request and progress investigations (such as x-rays and blood tests) and referrals to facilitate the diagnosis and choice of treatment regime including, considering the limitations of these investigations, interpret and act on results and feedback to aid patients diagnoses and management plans
• Accountable for decisions and actions via Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registration, supported by a professional culture of peer networking/review and engagement in evidence-based practice.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Work across the multi-disciplinary team to create and evaluate effective and streamlined clinical pathways and services;
• Provide leadership and support on MSK clinical and service development across the PCN, alongside learning opportunities for the whole multi-disciplinary team within primary care
• Develop relationships and a collaborative working approach across the PCN, supporting the integration of pathways in primary care;
• Encourage collaborative working across the wider health economy and be a key contributor to supporting the development of physiotherapy clinical services across the PCN;
• Liaising with secondary and community care services, and secondary and community MSK services where required, using local social and community interventions as required to support the management of patients within the PCN; and
• Support regional and national research and audit programmes to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the First Contact Practitioner (FCP) programme. This will include communicating outcomes and integrating findings into own and wider service practice and pathway development
• Any other duties that may arise appropriate to the role.

We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to close this vacancy and appoint prior to the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel to meetings outside the practice.
• Participate in appraisal, training and supervision processes;
• Contribute to maintaining safe systems of work and a safe environment;
• All Registered Physiotherapists must maintain a valid HPCP Registration at all times
• Participate in revalidation in line with national and professional requirement
• All Registered Physiotherapists are bound by the HPCP Codes of Professional Conduct and this Job Description should be read in conjunction with the current Code
• Be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through continued professional development activities and the maintenance of a portfolio, keeping up-to-date of any developments and bringing them to the attention of the wider team as appropriate.
• Have and maintain indemnity

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of clinical governance and training and an understanding of clinical governance in physiotherapy
• Evidence of CPD and post registration activity through portfolio
• Ability to work effectively within a small organisation and multi-disciplinary team
• Demonstrates excellent analytical and reflection skills

Desirable

• working towards advanced clinical practitioner status
• previous supervisory experience
• experience of working with a diverse range of stakeholders
• cognitive behavioural and motivational interviewing approaches / skills

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed Undergraduate degree in Physiotherapy
• Registered with Health and Care Professional Council
• Working towards a Masters Level 7 Qualification in Equivalent Specialist knowledge, skills & Experience
• OR
• Has completed Stage 1 of the FCP Roadmap with GP signoff
• OR
• Has completed the 8 primary care e-learning modules and 3 personalised care modules

Desirable

• 3+ years post graduate experience
• Extended scope skills i.e. diploma / MSc module in injection skills, nonmedical independent prescribing or willingness to train
• Currently enrolled with an NHS England approved FCP education provider to work towards Stages 1 and 2 of the FCP Taught and/or FCP Portfolio route

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working at Level 7 capability in MSK related areas of practice or equivalent
• Demonstrate working at advanced assessment diagnosis and treatment
• Extensive experience working as a Senior Physiotherapist/ Specialist/ Extended Scope Practitioner in the field of MSK

Desirable

• Previously worked within Primary Care, NHS or public-sector environment/team

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrates leadership skills as well as the ability to be a good team member and assume leadership responsibilities
• Responsive, creative, resilient, able to adapt to change and work in challenging environments
• Empathetic and caring

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Bridge View Medical

Address

67 Coronation Road

Bristol

BS3 1AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC registration
• MBBS / MBCHB / MRCPCH

Desirable

• MSc or further qualification in Community Child Health
• GRID

Experience

Essential

• Wide experience in general paediatrics with specialist knowledge of community child health (CCH).
• Competent in all aspects of CCH including child public health, behavioural paediatrics, safeguarding including CLA and Neurodisability.

Desirable

• Have substantial clinical experience of the health needs of looked after children

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

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN Diploma/Degree or Paramedic qualification
• MSc Advanced Practice/Clinical Masters
• Non-Medical Prescriber (V300 Extended Formulary and Supplementary Nurse Prescribing Programme).
• Relevant clinical skills to support clinical practice.

Desirable

• Post graduate Certificate in Education
• Trained in Advanced Life Support (Adult and Paediatric)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of advanced clinical, psychological, and social needs of patient care

Desirable

• Leadership experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Hexham

NE46 4JR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Key responsibilities

To abide by trust policies and procedures

Build and maintain safe and effective therapeutic relationships

Support individuals to contribute to collaborative care/support/recovery plans

Support the named nurse to develop collaborative individual, patient centred care plans and implement them creatively using initiative.

Communicate effectively with a wide range of people using a range of preferred methods

Contribute to monitoring, observing and engaging with individuals, communicating outcomes and conclusions with the rest of the team

Gain an understanding of a persons experiences in relation to their mental health, learning disability and/or dementia.

Understand a persons coping strategies and strengths and support people to use these at times of distress or difficulty

Contribute to reflective practice and encourage compassion and understanding

Be able to recognise increasing risk and alert significant others and the team to respond as needed

Undertake a range of practical tasks and duties in support of the Team and individual needs.

Follow principles of diffusion and de-escalation and where physical interventions or restraint are required, to approach in line with approved techniques considering the safety and dignity of the individual throughout.

To feel confident to be able to report untoward incidents and areas of concern as soon as they arise

To document any relevant information in an electronic record following relevant policy and legislation

Contribute to individual reviews and team meetings

2. Duties

Each individual has different needs however the list below outlines just some of the practical duties that the post holder will undertake, support and enable people to/with:

Using appropriate assessment tools under supervision to assist the registered practitioner in assessment of the patients health and wellbeing needs.

Initiate emergency action when required e.g cardiac arrest, fire

Identify/contribute to their own goals to improve their quality of life

Participate in clinical skills as trained in line with role e.g recording ECGs

Contribute to their own care/support/recovery plans

Support individuals to express their needs and wishes

Promote their personal hygiene and physical health.

Actively engage in health promotion

Engage in meaningful and enjoyable activity

To support individuals with external activities/appointments under indirect supervision

May have responsibility for patient monies/valuables which need to be handled within GHFT guidelines

Assist individuals with activities of daily living encouraging active participation and independence

3. Training and Supervision

Undertake mandatory and appropriate training relevant to your role for example:

Identify own training and developmental needs

Identify areas of training need that are relevant to the team

Assist in the delivery of training in areas of personal experience and interest

Provide mentoring to level 2 healthcare support worker apprentices who you are working alongside

Provide assessment and supervision of band 2 colleagues as they complete the care certificate

Participate in annual performance development reviews

Participate in regular individual and group supervision

Use supervision to understand, reflect, inform and improve your work practice

Participate in the development of the service

4. Personal responsibilities

Ensure that people are treated with dignity and respect

Promote anti-discriminatory activities

Work flexibly to meet service needs

5. Administrative responsibilities

Keep clinical records up to date using trust systems in accordance with legislation as delegated by the nurse in charge

Support people to contribute to their own clinical notes

Maintain records to a high standard and record activity data in a timely manner

6. Professional responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality of all personal information and data in line with organisational policy and the GPDR 2018

Be familiar and work in line with local and national policy and procedures.

Raise concern in regard to disciplinary or performance issues to the management team using policies and procedures such as safeguarding and Freedom to speak up.

This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and in discussion with the manager the postholder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the Banding of the post. The job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder.

The post holder should be comfortable in the use of computer technology, have basic keyboard skills and have the ability to use email.

All employees are expected to observe the following:

Equal opportunities and dignity at work statement of intent

The Trust is a major employer and provider of services. We are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of and meets the needs of the local community.

We oppose all forms of discrimination on legal and moral grounds and recognise that discrimination creates barriers to achieving equality for everyone.

The Trust is committed to making equality of opportunity and fair treatment a reality whereby an individual can seek, obtain and continue employment without unfair discrimination.

As an equal opportunities employer, we will ensure that all job applicants and employees receive fair and equal treatment and will not be disadvantaged by unjustified conditions or requirements.

The Trusts Equal Opportunities and Dignity at Work Policy underpins the Trusts commitment to achieve equality and fairness at work and to ensure that individuals or groups are not unfairly discriminated against.

Safeguarding children and adults

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people (anyone under the age of 18) and adults. It expects all staff, volunteers and contracted staff to share this commitment and act in such a way that safeguards and promotes the health and wellbeing of children, young people and adults.

Staff must ensure that they are familiar with the signs and symptoms of abuse and know what to do if any such concerns are raised.

Staff are expected to know about and follow the Trusts safeguarding children and safeguarding adult policies which can be found on the Trust intranet and participate in related mandatory/statutory training.

Risk management

Staff should be aware of the principles of risk management and adopt appropriate practice to reduce the risk to themselves and others. In particular, staff should observe the Trusts Risk Management Strategy, Risk, Incident and Serious Incident reporting and management policies, Health and Safety regulations and the risk management training requirements for all staff.

Infection prevention and control

Staff are expected to comply with the Trusts Infection Prevention and Control policies and conduct themselves in such a manner as to minimise the risk of causing healthcare associated infections

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English qualifications or equivalent eg. NVQ level 3
• Vocational qualification in health and social care (e.g. care certificate; level 2/3 diploma)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people in a healthcare setting with mental illness, learning disability and/or dementia

Desirable

• Experience of mentoring or supervising colleagues
• Venepuncture skills

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Effective communication and listening skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to develop the skills necessary to mentor/supervise level 2 healthcare support worker apprentices you are working alongside

Desirable

• Understanding and practical knowledge of working in a healthcare 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Sheriff Hill

Gateshead

NE9 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.qegateshead.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

• Proven experience as a pharmacy technician
• Reflection and CPD

Desirable

• Supervision of staff
• Hospital pharmacy

Qualifications

Essential

• B-Tech in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent
• Registered pharmacy technician with the GPhC
• Nationally recognised Accredited Checking Technician
• Medicines Reconciliation (or working towards)

Desirable

• Medicines Management Qualification (local or national)
• Patient Consultation Skills Accreditation
• CMMPT or willingness to undertake

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Colchester Hospital

Turner Road

Colchester

CO4 5JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main purpose of the role: to manage a busy and interesting clinical caseload. The appointee will also have the opportunity to take part in leading on key disease areas (monitoring trends in the Quality and Outcomes Framework, treatment, staff training and prescribing) and assist in developing appropriate healthcare services for a diverse, patient list.

Closely supported by the Weaver Vale Practice clinical and management teams the post holder will act as one of the main GPs within the practice working alongside the practice team but will also be part of a larger clinical team across an Weaver Vale Practice network of practices. The role will be at the forefront of delivering an innovative model of primary care service provision operating in partnership with other local Weaver Vale Practice practices offering integrated primary care services.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of working in general practice in the UK
• Commitment to and experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary and skill mixed team environment
• Experience of working to achieve standards within the Quality and Outcome Framework (QOF)
• Knowledge of NHS
• Have an understanding of the needs of the vulnerable groups of patients that are registered

Qualifications

Essential

• A medical practitioner whose name is included in the General Practitioner Register under article 10 of the General and Specialist Medical Practice Order 2003
• Not subject to suspension under section 41A of the Medical Act 1983
• Qualified General Practitioner (completed certificate of Completion of Training CCT)
• Currently on the national performers list and not suspended from that list or from the medical register
• CRB clearance
• Have had an annual NHS appraisal

Desirable

• Evidence of further postgraduate educational activities in relevant fields
• MRCGP
• DCH
• DRCOG
• RCGP Substance Misuse Certificate Level 1 or 2
• F2 supervisor training/teaching diploma (this is essential for HDS)
• DFSRFH & Competence in Coil insertion
• Evidence of CPD activities
• Minor surgery skills
• Evidence of independent working in General Practice
• Experience of supporting service change
• Teaching of GP Reg/F2/Medical students/Nursing students
• Accredited GP Registrar trainer or F2 Supervisor
• Evidence of participation in QOF
• Evidence of participation in Audit

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Weaver Vale Practice

Address

Hospital Way

Runcorn

Cheshire

WA7 2UT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.weavervalepractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To offer specialist psychological assessment and intervention to patients attending the service
2. To provide specialist advice, guidance, and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to clients formulation, diagnosis, and treatment plan.
3. To formulate and implement plans for the formal psychological treatment and/or management of a clients mental health problems based upon an appropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems.
4. To be responsible for implementing psychological interventions for individuals, carers, families and groups.
5. To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options, considering both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual.
6. To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose problems are managed by psychologically based standard care plans.
7. To contribute directly and indirectly to a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings and agencies serving the client group.
8. To undertake risk assessment and risk management for individual clients, and to provide advice to other professions on psychological aspects of risk assessment and risk management.
9. To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care and to monitor progress during the course of treatment.

Person Specification

Training and qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology or its equivalent as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Clinical or Counselling Psychologist

Desirable

• Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice
• Interest in psychosis and related training

Experience

Essential

• Assessed experience of working in a CMHT or similar complex care service working with patients with complexity and co-morbidity
• Relevant experience of exercising clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care and treatment, within the context of a multidisciplinary care plan.
• Experience of teaching, training and/or professional and clinical supervision.

Desirable

• Experience of representing Psychology within the context of multi-disciplinary care.
• Experience of assessing and treating clients across the full range of care settings.
• Experience of supervising other mental health staff.
• Experience of providing psychological support to service users with psychotic symptoms

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Essential

• Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.
• Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, highly technical, and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.
• Post-Qualification practice of CBT or other evidence-based psychological therapies.
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and nonprofessional groups.
• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, as practiced within the field of clinical psychology.
• Knowledge of legislation and policy in relation to the client group and mental health.
• Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS.

Desirable

• Well-developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialized psychological for psychosis and difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc).
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of highly specialized psychological therapies and assessment methodologies.
• Post-qualification training and accreditation in CBT or other evidence-based psychological therapies

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Fairfields House

Roe Green

London

NW9 0PS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.

Person Specification

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• oHCPC registration. oBSc/ pre-registration MSc or equivalent in Occupational Therapy

Desirable

• oPost registration MSc in Occupational Therapy or mental health. oLeadership training or education.

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Relevant clinical postgraduate experience in Occupational Therapy, including experience as a senior practitioner working with people with mental health problems in particular personality disorders, behavior that may challenge, depression, psychosis and dual diagnosis. Experience of working autonomously, being responsible for own practice and managing a varied and complex workload. Experienced lead planner and facilitator in a range of treatment sessions on a group or individual basis including: Practical based, discussion, support and psycho-educational groups. Including experience of working with clinical staff of a variety of grades to support their development of treatment skills

Desirable

• Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry. Experience in use of the Model of Human Occupation and related assessments including MOHOST.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Essential

• Able to manage difficult situations with child or young people and their families that have complex mental health conditions. Ability to manage clinical risk and have an understanding of child safeguarding procedures. Effective personal management skills, including excellent time management and the ability to prioritise, delegate and problem solve. Effective leadership skills.

Desirable

• Evidence of ability to meet performance deadlines and support to ensure other meet deadlines. Effective presentation skills including use of a variety of appropriate media: power point or structured discussion/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

North London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

CAMHS Beacon Centre

Burnt Oak, Edgware

Edgware Barnet

HA8 0AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To coordinate a programme of ward activity and support service users to engage in a range of activity opportunities.
• To undertake supervision of patients as delegated and within sphere of own competence.
• To accompany patients to different on and off site venues appropriate to the activities in their care plan.
• To recognize and report a change in the patients behavior in relation to their mental state. To observe and report on patients abilities and progress with activities.
• Under supervision, to record interventions with patients in the multi-disciplinary notes. To participate in the maintenance of a safe environment by being aware of ones own safety and always negotiating plans with the shift co-coordinator.
• To act as a resource for patients to assist them in continuing their interests and skills when discharged from the ward(s).
• Obtain patient and/or carers views about services provided and involve them in decision making in relation to activity planning.
• Accept regular training in the prevention and management of violence as required within their sphere of practice.
• Undertakes other tasks in consultation with the ward O

This is not an exhaustive list, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.

Person Specification

Experience or qualification

Essential

• Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning difficulties or associated training

Desirable

• 6 months + experience

Communication skills

Essential

• Excellent written communication skills

Meaningful activity & recovery

Essential

• Understanding the value of meaningful activity and recovery principles

Desirable

• Experience of using meaningful activity to support recovery

Practical skill sharing

Essential

• Experience or understanding of teaching a practical skill

Team work

Essential

• Experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• NHS experience

Experience

Essential

• Ability to manage own work load

Desirable

• ability to recognise own stressors and ask for support as needed

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 London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Highgate Mental Health Centre

Dartmouth Park Hill

London

N19 5NX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide specialist assessments of children and young people referred to the team with the use of evidence-based assessment tools and plan clinical care accordingly. Assessments may be carried out individually or jointly with other colleagues from the team.

To be responsible for implementing a range of interventions for individuals, carers, families and groups.

To evaluate and make decisions about treatment options considering both theoretical and therapeutic models and highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual.

To always practice wherever possible using shared decision making around prescribing medication, ensuring requirements of capacity and consent are met, with clear clinical documentation, following local and national policies, procedures and legislation.

To exercise autonomous professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment and discharge of clients whose needs are managed by high quality service user care and treatment plans.

Person Specification

Qualification/Education

Essential

• Have a certificate to demonstrate he/she has successfully completed a non-medical prescribing course at post graduate level.
• The course must be at least 6 months duration and have been validated by the RPSGB (Pharmacists) or/and the NMC (Nurses).
• Have a certificate to demonstrate he/she has successfully completed the physical health course for mental health staff
• Have a certificate to demonstrate he/she has successfully completed the medication management course

Desirable

• Mentorship / teaching qualification
• Qualification in non-medication therapeutic intervention

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Well-developed analytical and judgement skills.
• Biopsychosocial assessment and intervention skills
• Negotiation and conflict management skills

Desirable

• Person management experience
• Highly developed communication skills, both written and verbal

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

• Experience prescribing children and adolescents with neurodevelopmental conditions
• Knowledge of national policy and legislation related to children and adolescents' mental health, including Gillick competency and parental responsibility
• In-depth understanding of the risks associated with NMP and the management of side effects and medication errors.
• Detailed working knowledge of medication management and concordance issues
• Assessment and management of patients with complex needs

Desirable

• A minimum of 12 months post registration experience as a NMP
• Experience of providing clinical care for children and adolescents with Learning Disabilities
• A minimum of one year experience providing clinical care in a CAMHS setting

Personal Qualities/ other requirements

Essential

• Ability to work independently and recognise when needing support from others
• Physical capability to travel between sites and in the community for service provision

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

North London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bay Tree House

Chrischurch Close

Enfield

EN2 6NZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The core responsibilities of the HCA are as follows. On occasion, there may be a requirement to carry out tasks not listed below, that are within the reasonable scope of the role.

• Undertake new patient health checks
• Phelbotomy
• Support the practice nursing team with health promotion programmes
• Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximitery, blood pressure, temperature and pulse rate, and record finding accurately
• Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
• Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
• Support the practice nursing team with the management of chronic disease clinics
• Carry out BMI checks as directed
• Act as a chaperone when required
• Undertake venepuncture once trained
• Administer flu vaccinations once trained
• Carry out ECGs as requested
• Ensure specimens are recorded and ready for onward transportation
• Provide support during minor operations as required
• Ensure all clinical rooms are adequately stocked and prepared for each session
• Ensure fridges are routinely cleaned in accordance with current guidance
• Ensure clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with practice IPC policy
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate

In addition to the core responsibilities, the HCA may be requested to;

1. Partake in audit as directed by the audit lead

2. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

3. Support and participate in shared learning throughout the organisation

4. Undertake any tasks consistent with the level of the post and the scope of the role, ensuring work is delivered in a timely and effective manner

5. Complete opening and closing procedures in accordance with the rota

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Essential
• ECGs
• Venepuncture
• Vaccination
• Wound Care/Dressings
• Hypertension Reviews
• NVQ or equivilent qualification in Health and Social care level 2

Desirable

• Medical Terminology
• Good Standard of Education
• Working in or has worked in GP Practice

Experience

Essential

• Medical Terminology
• Good Standard of Education
• Working in or has worked in GP Practice

Desirable

• Experience working in a clinical/nursing environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Westbourne Medical Centre

Address

7 Trinity Mews

North Ormesby

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS3 6AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding this role opportunity, please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma or Degree in Physiotherapy (or in final year of programme)
• Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registration if qualified

Desirable

• Evidence of relevant CPD - could include completion of short courses or post-graduate study.
• Completion of Physiotherapy preceptorship

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of the specific service area, team and role evidenced within the supporting information of application to vacancy
• Experience of Community Physiotherapy in prior NHS employment or student placement.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of reflective practice

Desirable

• Experience of managing a caseload of patients including triage and prioritisation of referrals and daily work

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Evidence of how you will efficiently transport self and equipment to/from multiple venues over a large geographical area during each shift in the UK
• Adequate IT skills required to utilise electronic patient records, electronic communications, clinical stock ordering system and Microsoft Office applications

Desirable

• Ability to manage daily operations and maintain a safe working environment
• Experience of use of SystmOne

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Community UCR IC Services

174 Prospect Road

Scarborough

YO12 7LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals who:

• Are organised, efficient and able to prioritise their workload
• Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrate a calm, professional, and friendly manner
• Are adaptable and able to respond to a changing work environment
• Bring a positive, flexible, and proactive approach to their work

Previous experience working in a healthcare setting or in a reception/administrative role is desirable, but not essential.

Full Job roles and description as follows:

• To welcome patients,carersand visitors to the department.

• To be polite and friendly, dealing with queries in an efficient andtimelymanner.

• To ensure patient information is kept confidential and not shared with others.

• To respond to queries from patients, carers,visitorsand staff.

• Tomaintaina safe environment for patients and staff, raising concerns promptly.

• To keep patients informed if clinics are overrunning.

• To liaise with and alert a clinicianin the event ofa patient becoming unwell and requiring prompt/immediate attention.

• To oversee patients awaiting transport and liaise with the transport departmentin relation to patients still waiting.

• To take and action internal calls on the reception desk.

• To follow and adhere to Trust Standard Operating Procedures and Quick Reference Guides(QRGs).

• To follow procedure for patients that do not attend (DNA) their appointment and ensure the necessary actions have been carried out on the day.

• To book follow up appointmentsaspatients leavethe department.

• To ensure patient essential information is checked and updated at each visit,eg.telephone contacts, ethnicity etc.

• If required to generate a letter for patient once appointment has been scheduled.

• To carry out the administratively element of the appointment outcomein a timely mannermeeting the required key performance indicators.

Admin Support

• To process patient referrals received including transferring referrals to other service providersand other departments.

• To respond promptly to short-notice clinic cancellationsensuring all patients are promptly contacted by telephone and verbally informed of the clinic cancellationbeforereschedulingtheirappointment.

• Retrospective booking of clinics appointments to ensure all patient attendances are recorded appropriately onCareflow.

• Addingpatients to a waiting list where necessary offering appointment dates within agreed timescales as per Patient Access Policy ensuring patients are managed chronologically oraccording topriority of referral(urgentandroutine).

• To deal with enquiries from all service users in a helpful,courteousand diplomatic manner.

• Photocopying, filing and other administrative duties to ensure the efficient running of the office as well as being flexible in terms of ad-hoc administrative tasksrequirements.

• EDMS uploading asrequired.

• Ensure that patients are offered the first available date considering previously cancelled appointmentswith multiple patient cancellations being flagged to treating clinician for clinical validation.

• Notifying patents of their booked appointment date and time verbally by telephone(iewhen booking into a last-minute slot).

• Ensuringappropriate paperworkis sent to patientsin a timely mannerrelevant to groupbookings.

• To be flexible to alter shifts to support cover and duties due to annual leave/sicknesswhere possible.

• Provide cover for colleagues across the specialty during periods of planned annual leave and sickness.

• Promptly answer telephone enquiries, taking and relaying messages in a polite and helpful manner. This may include enquiries from patients, theirGPsandother departments/hospitals.

• Maintain a high quality in own work and encourage others to do so.

• Toassistwith the trainingneeds ofnewstaffstarters.

• Contribute to own personal development andassistwith learning and development activities.

• Be aware of the needs and concerns of patients and to provide a friendly, efficient service to patients. Use effective listening and communication skills when dealing with potentially distressed patients. Use empathetic approach to patients seekingassistancefrom clinical staff/senior managers asappropriate.

• To undertakeadditionaladministrative tasks and responsibilities as required by theB4 team leader and/orSpecialty Manager.

Person Specification

Education/Training/Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent
• IT literate with experience of inputting data or using a patient administration system.
• Competent keyboard skills essentially accuracy and speed.

Work Experience

Essential

• Experienced of general office administration and clerical duties within or outside of the NHS or similar organisation.
• Experience of working as part of a team in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Ability to demonstrate good customer care skills both face to face and over the telephone.

Desirable

• Understand outpatient booking processes and/or a fundamental understanding of the NHS.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to investigate queries, taking action as required.
• Able to develop good / strong working relationships amongst team, colleagues and staff.
• Able to deal with day-to-day duties and tasks in a calm, organised, and flexible approach to meet the needs of the service.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines in a bustling department.

Personal Qualities/Special Circumstances

Essential

• Able to work with regular interruptions and multiple service users.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a wider team.
• Work with confidence and sympathy when dealing with patients, carers and visitors.
• Advanced communication skills with a professional manner.
• Excellent timekeeping and attendance record.
• Able to deal with all levels of multidisciplinary staff groups.

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Southmead Hospital

Bristol

BS10 5NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

• To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects for your own and delegated work.
• To work within codes of practice and professional guidelines.
• To undertake holistic assessment (including those with complex presentations and multi pathologies) making use of clinical reasoning skills.
• To use evidence-based practice, to ensure clinical care is effective and appropriate.
• To promote independence and wherever possible to avoid hospital admission and reduce inpatient length of stay to ensure those patients receive the appropriate care in the most appropriate setting.
• Organise and manage own time, delegating work appropriately.
• Contribute to risk assessments and health and safety assessments and including immediately reporting any changes/newly identified risks.
• To demonstrate the importance of gaining patient and carer consent in allinterventions.
• To ensure that accurate and timely written records are kept which comply with the Trust policy and HCPC guidance, reporting on any issues as appropriate.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Demonstrate empathy for the concerns of others
• Willingness to be flexible in approach and attitude
• Have a range of mechanisms for dealing with stress; can recognise when to use them and does so
• Ability to travel independently around Cambridgeshire and Peterborough area meeting required timescales. A Full driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or equivalent, e.g. BSc, MSc or Diploma entry level qualification into the OT professions.
• Current HCPC registration
• Documented evidence of own continuing professional development

Desirable

• Member of Royal College of Occupational Therapy

Experience

Essential

• Relevant post-graduate clinical experience in a variety of settings.
• Clinical supervisor

Desirable

• Community experience
• Equipment provision

Knowledge & Understanding

Essential

• Accepts responsibility and and accountability for own work and can define the responsibilities of others
• Recognises the limits of own authority within the role
• Seeks and uses professional support appropriately
• Understands the principle of confidentiality
• Demonstrate professional responsibility

Desirable

• SystmOne

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Able to demonstrate commitment to high quality care and service provision
• Able to work flexibly as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Able to assess, plan and implement care

Desirable

• Understanding of clinical supervision

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

Histon Police Station

15 Mowlam Close

Cambridge

CB24 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holder will be responsible for leading the Analytics and Visualisation function within the Analytics and Reporting Team.

Responsibilities include:

Championing the use of the latest analytics and visualisation techniques to convert complex datasets into compelling and intuitive visuals (including charts, graphs and maps) that are usable by a wide range of staff across the organisation.

Developing and maintaining reporting processes, including specific responsibilities relating to Cloud analytics tools and a predictive analytics layer.

Developing and maintaining Trust-wide visualisation standards for outputs, ensuring consistency and clarity across all data visualisations.

Exploring and recommending advanced visualisation tools and software to keep the Trust at the forefront of data analytics.

Promoting the use of data positively and successfully across the Trust so that data is recognised as a key enabler for service development and improvement. Educating staff in the use of data to ensure that staff at all levels have solid data literacy skills to enable them to effectively use data to make strategic and operational decisions.

Supporting the Deputy Analytics Manager in strategic planning, project prioritisation, and resource allocation.

Providing expert advice and guidance to users.

See job description for further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Honours degree in a numerate discipline, or equivalent experience
• Master's degree level or equivalent experience in relevant area

Experience

Essential

• Expert knowledge of MS Office and MS Operating Systems
• Expert knowledge of Web based visualisation tools, e.g. PowerBI/Tableau
• Expert knowledge of Analytic methodologies
• Proficiency in statistical packages, or programming languages or data science tools such as SQL, R, Python, Azure Machine Learning, etc.
• Visualisation, including demonstrable design knowledge, such as layout, typography, colour and interaction design

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northumbria Healthcare Manufacturing and Innovation Hub

Avenue Road

Seaton Delaval

NE25 0QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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