Job description

Job responsibilities

We hope that the advert has given you a clear understanding of the skills we are seeking and the opportunity at hand. You will need to use the supporting statement element of your application form to demonstrate your suitability for this role and you should refer to the job description, person specification and the guidance notes attached to this role to help you tailor your application.

The essential and desirable criteria will be used to shortlist for interview, and you should ensure that you refer to these within your application to increase your chances of being selected for interview.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• Professional qualification (degree or equivalent) and current valid professional registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development since qualification.

Desirable

• Post graduate qualifications specifically relating to an appropriate aspect of care or management.

Occupational Experience

Essential

• Appropriate experience and a high level of knowledge about community mental health care with older adults.
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team and an understanding of CMHTs and interdisciplinary working.
• Understanding and experience of risk management both clinically and operationally.
• Good understanding of clinical governance and your professional legal responsibilities.
• Experience of supervising other staff.

Desirable

• Good knowledge of community services in the local area.
• Awareness of National and local policy concerning mental health guidance.
• Experience of conducting clinical audit and presenting the resulting analyse.
• Experience of supervising students on placements.

Skills required - IT / Admin

Essential

• IT literacy, to include the Microsoft suite of programmes.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Understanding and commitment to work within the Trust policies of data protection, equal opportunities, health & safety, and to meet the diverse needs of patients.
• Ability to travel around the local area to undertake home visits and visits to hospital and non-hospital sites, and have the capacity to carry equipment relative to your post.
• Car driver with own car available to use for work.

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Older Adult CMHT North and West

Unit 5 Des Roches Sq

Witney

OX28 4BE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), the NIHR Oxford Health Clinical Research Facility (OH CRF) is a specialist research facility dedicated to the delivery of high-quality mental health and neuroscience research. Based within Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, we work closely with the University of Oxford, industry partners and NHS organisations to support research that improves understanding, treatment and care for people living with mental health and neurological conditions.

Since opening in 2011, the OH CRF has supported a diverse portfolio of research studies, ranging from observational research and experimental medicine through to complex interventional studies and commercial clinical trials. Our research includes studies involving healthy volunteers as well as people living with conditions such as depression, psychosis, bipolar disorder and dementia.

As part of our team, you will work in a collaborative and supportive environment that values innovation, professional development and high-quality research delivery. We are committed to helping staff develop their research and leadership skills and offer opportunities to contribute to service development, education, patient and public involvement activities, and the continued growth of clinical research across Oxford Health.

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree-level or equivalent in relevant field
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) trained.
• Professional Registration (NMAHP)

Desirable

• Postgraduate training - PhD, MSc, MA in health sciences field
• Postgraduate teaching or mentorship qualification
• Leadership/Management qualification

Experience

Essential

• Recent, relevant clinical experience of working with people with physical or mental health problems
• Experience of clinical research delivery in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of managing or leading people, with evidence of leadership skills.
• Experience of audit and quality initiatives
• Evidence of teaching and mentoring

Desirable

• Previous experience of mental health services or mental health research

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of obligatory regulations and legal requirements of Clinical Research in NHS settings.
• Evidence of managing the clinical research environment
• Knowledge of Research Governance
• Awareness of application of evidence-based practice

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

Oxford Health NHS Trust

Address

Warneford Hospital

Oxford

OX3 7JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the Junior Sister/Charge Nurse role at Epsom and St Helier.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Good basic education
• Experience in caring for haematology patients or acutely unwell patients

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
• Understanding of Clinical Audit & Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Involvement in Clinical Audit and Clinical Governance programmes

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal, and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to develop own practice
• Cannulation, phlebotomy

Desirable

• Venesection skills

personal

Essential

• Motivated and enthusiastic

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma in Nursing
• Teaching and Assessing Certificate

Desirable

• Degree or working towards

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helier hospital

Wrythe Lane

Carshalton

SM5 1AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Prepare the laboratory environment for handling specimens.

Appropriately identify patients, show them into the semen production room and give instructions for semen production.

Safe handling of liquid nitrogen, including filling of storage dewars and preparing dry shipper for use.

Handling gametes and embryos into and out of liquid nitrogen.

Formal witnessing of tasks as required by the HFEA.

Correct use of medical devices, as per standard operating procedures.

Andrology techniques such as basic semen analysis, semen preparation for clinical use, processing of surgically retrieved sperm and semen freezing.

Oocyte retrieval.

Preparation of culture dishes and aliquoting of media for use in embryological procedures, using sterile technique.

To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide the highest standard of patient care.

To assist with stock control, traceability and ordering of consumables to ensure that laboratories are appropriately stocked.

To assist with quality control assessments and other daily monitoring of critical laboratory equipment.

To assist with monitoring and maintaining the liquid nitrogen storage facilities.

To assist embryologists with cryobank organisation, audits and billing.

To check appropriate consents are in place and signed.

To check appropriate blood work results are completed.

To develop and maintain accurate written and computerisedrecords of all procedures undertaken in the laboratory, including the use of specialised databases.

To book appointments.

To enter results accurately onto computer records.

To liaise with other Units/Centres and assist in preparation of paperwork for import/export of gametes and embryos.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 3 A-levels or equivalent

Desirable

• BSc in relevant field
• MSc in relevant field

Skills + knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skills
• IT skills
• Scientific interest in field
• Empathetic/ compassionate application

Desirable

• Previous lab experience
• NHS 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).

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

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

The essential criteria for this role includes the requirement to have a care certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake this. For further information please see the attached Care Certificate document attached.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 vocational qualification or Short courses and completion of competency workbook equivalent to Level 3 in a range of patient and clinical care duties or Equivalent knowledge and experience in a range of clinical care duties equivalent to Level 3; -Theoretical knowledge -Experience of a range of care and related procedures -clinical observations knowledge of data protection legislation and health and safety at work legislation
• National Care Certificate or commitment to complete within 12 weeks of commencing employment
• Numeracy and Literacy Level 2

Desirable

• Undertaken relevant additional training for Clinical Support Workers

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in health or social care
• Experience of undertaking and recording clinical observations and escalating changes or findings
• Working knowledge of legislation underpinning care provision
• Understanding of the importance of robust, accurate, clear, timely documentation
• Insight into behaviours and skills of a carer and the need for effective team work
• Knowledge of Safeguarding
• Understanding work-related boundaries
• Awareness of GDPR and the need for confidentiality

Desirable

• Familiarity with current NHS and social care policies
• Computer skills
• Nursing policies and procedures
• Evidence of understanding of Trust Business
• Experience of working in the Trust previously

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal, communication and active listening skills
• Ability to adopt appropriate styles and methods of communication
• Time-keeping, planning and prioritisation skills
• Basic IT skills to use electronic patient records and other Trust systems
• Analytical and judgement skills to make decisions based on patient / service user interactions and observations and metrics
• Ability to demonstrate the importance of holistic person centred care and related procedures
• Attention to detail
• Ability to use initiative appropriately
• Ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care
• Desire to encourage and support patients to remain as independent as possible
• Ability to deal with a wide range of people at all levels, including clients, carers, family, health and social care colleagues and other professionals
• Caring and empathetic
• Motivated and with a pro-active approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Committed to providing high quality patient care
• Willingness to undertake job related training and multi-disciplinary competencies for more effective patient care
• Personal resilience
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure
• Presents self as courteous, respectful and helpful and understands importance of professional image
• Reliable, adaptable and dependable

Desirable

• Keyboard skills
• Venepuncture

Other Requirements

Essential

• Promotes equality and value's diversity (level 3)
• Adhere to Trust Values and professional behaviours

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Willing to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and bank holidays
• Flexible and versatile approach to meet the needs of the service.

Desirable

• Ability to travel between the sites from which the Trust undertakes its business, or attend meetings or training off-site.

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 Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Keswick Community Hospital

Crosthwaite Rd

Keswick

CA12 5PH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full details of the role can be found in the attached job description. If you have any questions about the role, please contact temporary staffing recruitment team.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ or Equivalent in healthcare or willingness to work towards

Experience

Essential

• Life skills gained through work or personal experience
• Previous experience in a therapy 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.

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Goodmayes Hospital

Ilford

Essex

IG3 8XJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will have continuous responsibility for coordinating the care of an identified group of service users on CPA, delivering a range of evidence based interventions which will promote recovery, social inclusion and normalization for this group of service users, who suffer from severe and enduring mental health problems. The successful applicant would be working in partnership with the MDT, Home Treatment Team and acute Inpatients Services to provide support and treatment to service users within crisis to facilitate the safe management of their needs within a community setting.

We operate a Temporary Staffing service and offer our Bank Staff excellent benefits including:

• Competitive hourly rates and weekly pay;
• Access to paid annual leave and statutory sick pay;
• My Trust Benefits discount scheme;
• Access to the NHS pension scheme;
• Paid mandatory training;
• Opportunities for locally agreed training;
• PAMOVA training for Mental Health staff;
• Flexibility of hours/location;
• Priority over agency staff for booking shifts;
• Opportunity to apply for permanent posts.

NELFT provides award winning community and mental healthcare for over 2 million people. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met.

We are committed to the delivering the best care for our patients. The successful candidate will share this commitment and demonstrate our Trust values.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstration of Trust Values .
• You must be educated to degree level and registered with NMC

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience post registration working within community health care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Various/Trust Wide

London

Essex

SS14 3EZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

The Trust will provide a twelve month preceptorship period for New to registration Nurses Midwives and Allied Health Professionals.

Registered Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals returning to practice, moving into new roles or changing clinical environments, may access an agreed preceptorship period.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 registered nursing qualifications

Desirable

• Post registration qualification in teaching/assessing (ENB 998/NST 307) or equivalent
• Post registration qualification in Acute/Chronic Disease Management
• Nurse Prescribing

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable recent community nursing experience.
• Ability to use initiative, prioritise effectively.
• Demonstrate evidence to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrate evidence to motivate team/peers.
• Evidence of clinical/professional development.

Desirable

• Knowledge of changing health agenda and impact for community nursing

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable understanding of the extent of the role.
• Broad knowledge base of acute and chronic conditions.
• Understanding of scope of professional practice.
• Understanding of reflective practice and its application.
• Self awareness and appreciation of limitations.
• Demonstrate ability of change management.
• Problem solving skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of changing way health services are being planned and delivered

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to delegate effectively.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Enthusiasm and ability to work as part of a team.
• IT skills.

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Demonstrates flexibility to meet needs of service.
• Able to travel independently of public transport

Desirable

• Current driving licence with access to own vehicle.

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 Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Workington Community Hospital

Park Lane

Workington

CA14 2RW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In addition to the standard Trust Senior Prac JD attached

To undertake specialist risk assessment such as HCR-20, Dundrum

To hold an oversight role of all High Secure patients

Support the SLT with team consultations

To provide expert forensic advice and consultation via Duty/team consultations/admission avoidance work

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

• A registered qualification and professional registration

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates an interest in and understanding of Learning Disability and Autsim, how they present across care services and appropriate interventions at different points on the pathway.
• Experience of working alongside multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Experience of risk assessment and management

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Fromeside, Blackberry Hill Hospital

Manor Road

Bristol

BS16 1EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the accompanying documents for key local information and job specification for this role. You are welcome to speak to a member of the team for more information- see below.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• HCPC Registered Dietitian
• Degree in Nutrition and Dietetics
• Experience and/ or interest working with Eating Disorders

Desirable

• Work experience in the relevant area (mental health), or relevant transferable skills.
• Communicate complex and sensitive information in a manner appropriate to the individual and situation.
• Demonstrable IT, numeracy and literacy skills
• Experience of running and delivering 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.

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

Acer Unit, Blackberry Hill Hospital

Manor Road

Bristol

BS16 2EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working autonomously within the parameters of the role leading on implementing the delivery of quality nursing care, contributing to the physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual care in a recovery focused way through therapeutic engagement and activities, and taking steps to address any issues that arise.

Highly developed and skilled in assessing and interpreting complex needs of patients/clients e.g. clinical assessment of complex health needs and social needs, interpretation of vital signs and related physical health assessments

Deliver person-centric nursing care via face to face, online or telephone contact in line with the persons choice, risk and/or clinical need.

Facilitate access to services such as housing, employment, education, and substance misuse support, advocating for patients needs and preferences.

Provide education and support to families and carers to enhance understanding and involvement in the patients recovery journey.

Co-ordinating and evaluating collaborative patient-centred care; getting feedback and improving Personal Wellbeing Plans with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and system partners. Liaising and working positively with members of the multidisciplinary team and partner organisations.

Advocate for service users needs and rights within Trust policy. Encouraging and empowering service users to have an optimum level of responsibility for their individual programme of care.

Communicate complex and sensitive clinical information to patients, families, and carers in a clear, compassionate, and professional manner.

Ensure that all information regarding Personal Wellbeing plans, treatment options, and health conditions is accurate, timely, and presented in an accessible format.

Comply with and implement local and Trust policies and procedures regarding appropriate communication.

To deliver specific interventions in line with the treatment pathway, including complex service users. Deliver care that is evidence based, reflecting current best practice and research (including NICE guidelines), demonstrating clinical excellence and high standards of professional practice to other staff

Demonstrate empathy, active listening, and reassurance when supporting individuals through difficult or emotionally charged situations, adapting communication approaches to meet the individual needs of patients, including those with sensory impairments, cognitive challenges, language barriers, or disabilities.

Proactively support patients in engaging with mental health and related community services, promoting recovery, independence, and social inclusion.Identify and address barriers to engagement, including stigma, accessibility, cultural factors, and individual anxieties or mistrust of services.

Advocating for service users needs and rights within Trust policy. Encouraging and empowering service users to have an optimum level of responsibility for their individual programme of care.

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• NMC Registered Mental Health Nurse with current registration and has successfully completed preceptorship
• Understanding of trauma informed approaches and current nursing practice
• Substantial experience at band 5 in mental health settings
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Function as keyworker coordinating all aspects of care and communication for the person, their family members
• Demonstrate leadership skills - motivating others, using own initiative, change management
• Mobile with the facility to move easily across a geographically dispersed, and often rural, area with limited public transport.

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in nursing or related discipline
• Is a veteran, has lived experience of the veteran community or has experience of caring for veterans

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Coast Resource Centre

Weston-Super-Mare

BS24 7FY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The MR physics service also has strong links with the MR research group at the University of Newcastle, and you will be involved in collaboration with the group to further develop translational research activities, in addition to supporting clinical research within the Trust.

The role will involve visits to other NHS trusts around the region so requires a willingness to travel to other sites on a regular basis. This also means that there are opportunities to live not just within Newcastle itself, but anywhere in the wider North-East and North Cumbria region, from coastal Northumberland to the Pennines.

Please note that while our goal is to appoint an MR Clinical scientist with extensive experience in MR physics and proven leadership ability at Band 8b, exceptional candidates without the required experience to be appointed at 8b may be appointed at a Band 8a initially. Progression to Band 8b will require completion of competencies within a 1 3 year period. We therefore strongly encourage early and middle career MR clinical scientists to apply for this post.

Band 8b

• Responsible for the provision of one or more IPRS services, as detailed in role descriptor, to the Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (NUTH) and other customer Trusts in Northern England
• Provides professional leadership in area of expertise
• Maintains and develops high standards of service provision throughout their area of responsibility
• Develops implements and monitors clinical and organisational strategies within areas of expertise
• Initiates, develops and delivers research and development activities for healthcare advancement
• Manages a team of clinical scientists and technologists delivering the service
• Contributes to service and staff development throughout NMPCE

Band 8a - Salary £57,528 - £64,750

• Performs a range of advanced healthcare science activities
• Participates in the teaching and training commitments of the Service
• Maintains and develops high standards of service provision throughout their area of responsibility
• Contributes to the development, implementation and monitoring of clinical and organisational strategies within area of expertise
• Initiates, in collaboration with the line manager, the development and delivery of research and development activities for healthcare advancement

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

Person Specification

Meets All Band 8b Criteria

Essential

• Honours degree (1st or 2nd class) in Physics, or equivalent
• MSc in Medical Physics or equivalent
• HCPC registration as a Clinical Scientist (Medical Physicist)
• Certificate of competence in appropriate area, as detailed in role descriptor (or application in progress)
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Specialist in-depth knowledge of work area including relevant legislation
• Expert knowledge of relevant quality assurance requirements, functioning and safe use of the full range of clinical equipment relating to service
• Wide knowledge of ionising/non-ionising radiation protection, as appropriate to service
• Understanding of dosimetry, calibration and radiation monitoring equipment appropriate to service
• Sufficient experience to act as a certificated expert in relevant area
• Experience of investigating incidents involving ionising or non-ionising radiations
• Experience of developing services
• Experience of teaching and training at postgraduate level
• Ability to successfully manage & motivate staff
• Ability to interpret data, analyse problems and evaluate solutions
• Good report writing & presentation skills
• Training, teaching & mentoring skills
• IT skills including databases, spreadsheets
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills
• Good leadership skills
• Ability to liaise effectively with staff at all levels
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

Desirable

• Ph.D. in Physics or related topic
• Membership of an appropriate professional body
• Understanding of clinical audit and governance and its application to the services provided by the Section
• Experience of leading a team and successfully managing and motivating staff
• Experience of evaluation and procurement of clinical equipment
• Experience of performing research
• Experience of publishing research and presenting at scientific and clinical meetings

Meets All Band 8a Criteria

Essential

• Degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject
• Appropriate post-graduate degree at master's level, or equivalent level of specialist knowledge
• The post holder must be a registered Clinical Scientist
• Experience optimising clinical MR protocols
• Sufficient experience to be appointed as an MR Safety Expert
• Experience of performing, publishing & presenting research
• Experience of teaching and training at postgraduate level
• Highly specialist in-depth knowledge and understanding of the application of physical and engineering sciences in medicine performed and developed within the Department, to doctorate level or equivalent
• Highly specialist in-depth knowledge and understanding of current legislation and guidance pertinent to working area and the protection of staff, patients and members of the public
• Specialist in-depth knowledge of MR Physics
• In-depth knowledge of MR safety, including relevant legislation and guidance
• Expert knowledge of research techniques
• Advanced knowledge of working area, enabling post-holder to advise on the appropriateness of techniques, and to collaborate with clinicians
• Advanced knowledge of scientific method and collection and analysis of data using standard scientific tools and software
• Knowledge of Governance issues including ethical and regulatory considerations
• Ability to interpret data, analyse problems and evaluate solutions
• Excellent written and oral communication and presentation skills
• Training, teaching & mentoring skills
• Good report writing and presentational skills, including the production of scientific papers, reports and conference presentations
• Possession of full driving licence
• Ability to undertake complex calculation, data analysis and to issue reports on quantitative techniques
• Ability to carry out research and development working as part of a team
• Ability to give technical advice to colleagues, senior clinicians and other professionals

Desirable

• Ph.D. in Physics or related topic
• Sufficient experience to be appointed as an LPA, or UV Safety adviser
• Experience in applying for research grants
• In depth knowledge of other non-ionising radiation safety
• Understanding of MR quality assurance and calibration requirements
• Knowledge of safe use of the full range of MR equipment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Freeman Hospital

317 01 Freeman Hospital

NE7 7DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This Delivery Lead role within the Northern Cancer Alliance is responsible for leading and managing a portfolio of projects to support the delivery of cancer service transformation and improvement. The post holder works closely with programme managers, teams and system partners to plan, coordinate and deliver projects effectively, ensuring risks, issues, performance and finances are actively monitored and managed. The role involves building strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, providing expert advice, analysing performance data, and presenting complex information to support decision-making. It also contributes to strategic and operational planning, ensuring alignment with wider organisational priorities and improving cancer care pathways.

A key element of the role is championing patient and public involvement, addressing health inequalities, and ensuring patient experience informs service development. In addition, the Delivery Lead supports budget oversight, policy and service development, team leadership, and governance requirements, while working with a high level of autonomy to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a complex and changing environment

Person Specification

1. Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Post-graduate degree level in relevant e.g. Management Studies subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
• Further specialist training or significant experience in programme management, project management, service improvement or transformation.

2. Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex, challenging and politically sensitive environments.

4. Other

Essential

• Valid driving licence and access to a vehicle (or ability to meet travel requirements through reasonable adjustments).

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 House

Cobalt Business Park

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE27 0QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To be responsible for developing delivering and reviewing comprehensive and complex treatment programmes using appropriate frameworks in line with evidence based practice, including strategies to manage risk for service users with complex needs and carers, bringing in other resources as required.

3.To act as care coordinator for service users as appropriate, also providing defined interventions to individuals on other workers caseloads.

4.To plan, deliver and evaluate defined, specialist therapeutic interventions as indicated in the assessment process ,in line with personal recovery plans, including to service users who maybe on other caseloads. This might include: a. Individual or group therapeutic intervention b. Psychological treatments such as CBT, DBT approaches , family interventions c. Psychosocial interventions d. Motivational and coping enhancement strategies. e. Medication management f. Interventions under the Mental Health Act,

5. To deliver a range of defined activities/interventions to improve the carers ability to support the service user and to enable them in their relationship with the service user.

6. To develop and maintain good partnership working with other services throughout all treatment episodes, including regular liaison within Primary Health Care Team, inpatient and intensive services, day services, voluntary sector and with nominated carers/advocates.

7. In collaboration with service users and carers, to be responsible for facilitating the development of comprehensive crisis plans, rapid access plans, advance statements etc, involving other agencies such as primary care etc where appropriate.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma level/Degree in relevant health/social care profession, eg RMN, OT, Social Worker.
• Current relevant registration with the NMC or HCPC and commitment to CPD

Desirable

• Relevant post-registration qualifications, such as Thorn, CBT, AMHP, Brief Interventions etc.

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates substantial post-registration experience gained working in a range of frontline adult mental health services, undertaking assessment and delivering interventions.
• Demonstrates substantial experience of, and relevant professional practice qualification in mentoring/assessing students and learners.
• Demonstrates substantial experience of assessing risk and developing risk management strategies.

Desirable

• Experience gained in a wide variety of setting

Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates a developed understanding of the recovery principles, and the role of secondary mental health services in the delivery of care.
• Able to articulate a detailed understanding of the relevant legal frameworks/legislation including CPA process, Mental Health Act , Mental Capacity Act, and Safeguarding.

Skills

Essential

• Is able to deliver from a range of possible key therapeutic interventions CBT, Psychosocial interventions, Family Interventions, DBT approaches.
• Highly developed written communication skills, with experience of compiling and sorting notes and reports, establishing statistical data and analysing information
• Highly developed verbal communication skills, able to engage effectively with people at all levels even when a more assertive approach is 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.

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

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

HMP Eastwood Park

Falfield

GL12 8DB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Application form and interview

Essential

• Relevant degree or equivalent 5 years' experience in a healthcare setting

Desirable

• oStatistical methodological qualification or experience or willingness to work towards

Application form and interview

Essential

• Working knowledge in clinical audit methodology

Desirable

• oExtensive knowledge and experience in working with NHS regulatory bodies and frameworks

Application and interview

Essential

• oProven evidence of using different electronic systems including Microsoft Excel and to be able to use these to produce reports

Desirable

• Post graduate qualification in audit methodology or willingness to work towards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

18 Mole Business Park,

Leatherhead

KT22 7AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will have:

Chartered CIPD membership and a relevant master's level or CIPD Level 7 qualification, or demonstrable equivalent experience.

Significant experience of leading and managing people teams, with a strong focus on timely delivery and outcomes.

Extensive experience of providing expert HR advice and support at a senior level.

A strong track record of successfully managing complex employee relations casework and organisational change.

Knowledge and practical experience of TUPE transfers, consultation and workforce transformation programmes.

Excellent written and verbal communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.

The ability to analyse complex information, assess options and provide pragmatic, evidence-based and legally compliant recommendations.

Political awareness and the confidence to operate effectively in a complex organisational environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Chartered Member CIPD
• Masters Level Qualification of demonstrable equivalent experience
• CIPD Level 7

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Significant experience of successfully leading and managing a team of staff with evidence of a strong focus on timely delivery of outcomes and achievements.
• Experience of designing and delivering complex projects and workforce development initiatives. Knowledge of the HR agenda facing the NHS.
• Demonstrable evidence of working on own initiative.

Communication Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to receive and communicate highly complex, sensitive and contentious information.
• Significant experience of providing expert, HR professional advice and support at a senior level.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North East & North Cumbria ICB

Address

Pemberton House

Colima Avenue

Sunderland

SR5 3XB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Assistant Psychologist will work under the direct supervision of a qualified Clinical or Forensic Psychologist and will support the delivery of psychological services across AWP Secure Services.

ClinicalTo support the Clinical/Counselling psychologists within the base service.Where required, to prepare and deliver high quality psychological interventions under supervision, either individually or in groups. Where required, to offer high quality psychological assessments following instructions appropriate to the assessment tools/processes.To gather and organise information about clinical notes, relevant psychological interventions and clinical tools for use by other staff.To work alongside other team members and ensure close liaison and communication within teams.To work at level of autonomy appropriate to a Band 4 Assistant Psychologist. Goals to be agreed and reviewed in clinical/management supervision.To maintain a high degree of professionalism at all times when working with distressed people.To maintain clinical records, databases and other professional records as appropriate.

Teaching and trainingTo undertake such training as might be required to maintain an appropriate level of expertise.To assist with the delivery of teaching and training for other members of the multidisciplinary team and staff in other agencies, in collaboration with qualified staff.

Research and auditWhere required, to assist with the audit and evaluation of the service in collaboration with qualified clinical and counselling psychologists and other members of the multidisciplinary team.To compile and return statistics and activity levels as required.Where required, to undertake literature searches and reviews.

ProfessionalTo understand and practice in line with the BPS (2009) Code of Ethics and Conduct and the DCP (2008) Professional Practice Guidelines on the roleTo participate in team business and professional meetings as appropriate.To be aware of and comply with all policies, procedures and directions of the Department, Service and Trust.To seek regular support and clinical supervision from a Practitioner Psychologist.To participate in individual, group and peer supervision.To participate in meetings with members of nursing staff and MDTs as appropriate.To maintain accurate and appropriate records of work.

Clinical governanceTo participate in service governance processes to ensure a safe and effective service. To support and participate in multidisciplinary clinical audit.To liaise with other disciplines and agencies to ensure best practice is shared. To promote the use of effective interventions in the service.

GeneralTo assist in the production of resources and materials used by the serviceTo assist with the general running of the Team/Service e.g. minuting department meetings.

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with psychological assessments and formulation-based work.
• Supporting the delivery and evaluation of individual and group interventions.
• Undertaking clinically related administrative tasks.
• Collecting, analysing and presenting service evaluation and outcome data.
• Undertaking literature searches and supporting research activities.
• Assisting in the preparation of reports, presentations and clinical resources.
• Supporting psychologically informed practice within multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential clinical records in accordance with professional and organisational standards.

The role offers valuable experience within a specialist forensic mental health setting, working alongside experienced psychologists and multidisciplinary colleagues across both men's and women's secure care services.

Person Specification

Essential Qualfications and Experience

Essential

• Honours Degree in Psychology (2:1 or above). Eligible for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society

Desirable

• Introductory training in a psychological therapy

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of person-facing work, either paid or voluntary.
• Understanding of common mental health problems
• Knowledge of safeguarding

Desirable

• Experience of working in a health or care role.
• Experience of working with a range of client groups.
• Experience of using statistical packages.
• Audit or research experience.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good written and verbal presentation skills
• Self-awareness and emotional resilience
• Ability to plan and prioritise own workload
• Word processing and other IT skills
• Ability to use supervision well

Desirable

• Group work skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Blackberry Hill Hospital

Bristol

BS16 1EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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