Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and enterprising candidatesto join a progressive and forward-thinking department of 13consultants, each with their own special interest. We have well-developed services in high-risk obstetrics, minimal access surgery, infertility, colposcopy & out-patient hysteroscopy,uro-gynaecologyand oncology services.

These posts are substantive positions created to support an expansion in consultant numbers. Both posts will include both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The department is currently strengthening its Obstetric and Gynaecology leadership and specialist roles and is keen to consider applicants with a variety of interests.

This role is located at Kettering General Hospital and all work will be completed on site or at peripheral clinics.

The candidate should be keen to work as part of a team, continuing to develop good relationships with other staff within and outside the Clinical Management Team. The appointee will be expected to live within 30 minutes travelling time from the hospital.

Main duties of the job

There is ongoing considerable site development at Kettering General Hospital. The theatre suite for Obstetrics & Gynaecology underwent redevelopment in February 2016. Building work is in the early stagesfor the new Rockingham Wing which will provide new facilities for Obstetric and Gynaecology services.

There is a thriving and well-equipped Post Graduate Education centre including a new, large, modern library, seminar rooms, and lecture theatre.

ANTENATAL SCREENINGWe offer a full range of prenatal screening services including early dating scans, Nuchal Translucency and biochemical screening. We offer CVS as well as Amniocentesis. The Fetal Medicine Service is supported byConsultants from University Hospital of Leicester (attending 2 clinics per week). A Consultant Clinical Geneticist who covers the county supports the genetic services. There are on site prenatal counselling facilities with a specialist midwife and the service is offered to all women as part of their routine antenatal care.THEATRESThere are two large and fully equipped state of the art theatres opened in February 2016. One is for routine gynaecology and the second theatre for Obstetrics. A third theatre is used for emergencies for obstetrics and gynaecology.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per annum / Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

264-8262227-FAM-A

Job locations

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Commitment

Shifting of clinical commitment from junior doctors to nursing staff has been developed actively in Kettering to allow more time for training and adaptability as further changes are imposed on us by reduction of Junior Doctors hours. We have specialist nurses in Gynae Oncology, Infertility, Termination of Pregnancy and Prenatal Diagnosis who all contribute to running the department.

Please see attached JD for further information.

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Commitment Shifting of clinical commitment from junior doctors to nursing staff has been developed actively in Kettering to allow more time for training and adaptability as further changes are imposed on us by reduction of Junior Doctors hours. We have specialist nurses in Gynae Oncology, Infertility, Termination of Pregnancy and Prenatal Diagnosis who all contribute to running the department. Please see attached JD for further information.

Person Specification

Qualifications and skills

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration
• Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

• ATSM in Special Interest Subject e.g. Labour Ward Lead
• Colposcopy and/or Hysteroscopy and/or USS
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Clinical exp & effectiveness

Essential

• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
• ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice or Equivalent
• Interest in Clinical Audit and evidence of completed audits in CV
• Interest in Governance
• Ambulatory gynaecology
• Ultrasound Skills

Desirable

• ATSM in Specialist Interest Subject Eg:Maternal medicine, High Risk Pregnancy, Obstetric Medicine

Person Specification Qualifications and skills Essential Full GMC Registration MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC) Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Desirable ATSM in Special Interest Subject e.g. Labour Ward Lead Colposcopy and/or Hysteroscopy and/or USS Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Clinical exp & effectiveness Essential Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice or Equivalent Interest in Clinical Audit and evidence of completed audits in CV Interest in Governance Ambulatory gynaecology Ultrasound Skills Desirable ATSM in Specialist Interest Subject Eg:Maternal medicine, High Risk Pregnancy, Obstetric Medicine

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).

Additional information 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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note that this position is based within a clinical setting. Should your application be successful, you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Audiologist to join the Audiology Department at Kettering General Hospital. While the department provides services for both adults and children, this role has a primary focus on paediatric audiology, supporting children and families across University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Paediatric Audiologist or an Adult Audiologist looking to develop specialist skills within paediatric services. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, patient-centred audiological care, undertaking assessments, hearing aid fitting and verification for children while working closely with families and the wider multidisciplinary team. Support will be provided through structured training and professional development, enabling the successful candidate to enhance their clinical expertise and progress within a supportive and forward-thinking service.

You will contribute to the continued development of audiology services, ensuring children and their families receive safe, effective and compassionate care throughout their hearing healthcare journey.

Main duties of the job

• Conduct age-appropriate audiological assessments for children aged 6 months to 18 years using a range of behavioural and objective testing techniques.
• Lead Visual Reinforcement Audiometry (VRA) clinics, accurately interpreting results and making informed clinical decisions.
• Undertake paediatric hearing aid fitting, verification and validation to ensure optimal hearing outcomes for children.
• Assess hearing needs and recommend appropriate management plans in line with local and national guidance.
• Communicate assessment outcomes, treatment plans and recommendations to parents, carers and families with empathy, clarity and sensitivity.
• Provide support and advice to patients, families and other healthcare professionals regarding hearing loss and hearing management.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, child-centred care.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records and documentation in line with professional and Trust standards.
• Contribute to the delivery of high-quality paediatric audiology services and support service development initiatives.
• Participate in continuing professional development activities and maintain clinical competencies.
• Provide support to adult audiology services as required, including hearing assessments, hearing aid fittings, repairs and ENT clinics.
• Contribute to quality improvement, audit and service evaluation activities within the department.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £48,117 a year Per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

264-7721152-SUR-F

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Please note that this position is based within a clinical setting. Should your application be successful, you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview - virtual interview requests will not be accommodated

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document. Please note that this position is based within a clinical setting. Should your application be successful, you will be required to attend a face-to-face interview - virtual interview requests will not be accommodated

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc (Hon) Audiology or Equivalent (BAAT Part1+2)
• Registered to practice as an Audiologist/ Clinical Scientist with either Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS)
• Evidence of CPD

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive experience in the field of Paediatric Audiology
• Assessment, fitting & verification of hearing aids in paediatrics.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Ability to work in a team and independantly

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc (Hon) Audiology or Equivalent (BAAT Part1+2) Registered to practice as an Audiologist/ Clinical Scientist with either Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or Academy of Healthcare Science (AHCS) Evidence of CPD Knowledge Essential Extensive experience in the field of Paediatric Audiology Assessment, fitting & verification of hearing aids in paediatrics. Skills Essential Excellent written and oral communication skills Excellent organisational skills Ability to work in a team and independantly

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).

Additional information 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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic registered nurse to join the Colorectal Clinical Nurse Specialist team. The post holder will support the delivery of a robust, efficient and timely pathway for patients referred via the Two Week Wait (2WW) colorectal and anal cancer pathway.

The role will involve coordinating and facilitating straight-to-test diagnostic investigations, supporting the delivery of the 28-day Faster Diagnosis Standard for patients with suspected colorectal and anal cancer. The successful candidate will demonstrate a good understanding of colorectal and anal cancer pathways and recognise the importance of personalised care and support throughout the patient journey.

This role requires a high level of autonomous practice, clinical decision-making and professional judgement. Excellent communication, organisational and clinical skills are essential, together with the ability to work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team across both primary and secondary care settings to ensure seamless patient care and pathway management.

Main duties of the job

• Provide expert clinical support, nursing care and professional leadership to patients referred through the suspected Lower Gastrointestinal (LGI) cancer pathway.
• Assess and manage new referrals within nurse-led clinics, making informed clinical decisions regarding investigations, treatment pathways and onward care.
• Coordinate and facilitate a safe, effective and timely diagnostic pathway for patients referred with suspected colorectal cancer, ensuring a high standard of patient-centred care.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across primary and secondary care to support seamless patient journeys and optimise pathway performance.
• Communicate outcomes and next steps effectively to patients, carers, GPs and other healthcare professionals, including the appropriate discharge of patients from the cancer pathway.
• Support compliance with national Cancer Waiting Time standards, including the 28-day Faster Diagnosis Standard and 62-day treatment pathway targets.
• Proactively identify actual or potential risks to pathway compliance, implementing appropriate actions and escalating concerns where necessary.
• Contribute to service improvement initiatives that enhance patient experience, pathway efficiency and clinical outcomes.
• Demonstrate autonomous practice, clinical judgement and accountability while ensuring evidence-based, safe and effective care delivery.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Job summary

East Midlands Cancer Alliance has provided 12 months' funding for Band 7 Trainee Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) posts within Breast Services at University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). These roles will support the development of a sustainable Breast ANP workforce, enhance the Northamptonshire Breast Pain Pathway, increase clinic capacity across both breast units, improve patient flow through the Two-Week Wait (2WW) pathway, and contribute to achieving Faster Diagnosis Standards.

The post holder will be an NMC-registered nurse who holds, or is willing to work towards, a Master's-level qualification. Working under the supervision of experienced Advanced Nurse Practitioners and Breast Care Nurses, they will develop advanced clinical knowledge, assessment skills, and clinical decision-making capabilities.

The role will involve supporting patients across 2WW, follow-up, post-operative and mastalgia clinics at Kettering General Hospital, Northampton General Hospital, Nene Park Outpatients Department, and community settings. The post holder will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, consultant colleagues, and the Lead ANP to develop clinical competencies and contribute to the ongoing development of breast services.

Through supervised practice, reflective learning, and portfolio development, the Trainee ANP will progress towards autonomous practice and advanced clinical expertise, supporting high-quality, patient-centred care across Northamptonshire Breast Services.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake a structured clinical and academic programme towards Advanced Clinical Practitioner status within Breast Surgery.
• Provide patient care under the supervision of the Breast multidisciplinary team.
• Perform holistic assessments and support the planning, delivery and evaluation of care across the breast pathway.
• Develop advanced clinical assessment, diagnostic and decision-making skills through supervised practice.
• Support timely investigation, diagnosis and treatment in line with protocols.
• Complete competency-based training, including imaging and radiology competencies.
• Participate in consultant-led, nurse-led and follow-up clinics across the patient pathway.
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers and colleagues, including in sensitive situations.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic care.
• Contribute to audit, research, service development and quality improvement.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with Trust policies, professional standards and the NMC Code.
• Engage in education, supervision and portfolio development to achieve advanced practice competencies.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Job summary

This vacancy is for a part time position at 35.5 hours

Please note that this role does not attract sponsorship due to part-time hours not meeting the minimum salary requirements

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 3 Health Care Assistant to join our dedicated Endoscopy Team at Kettering General Hospital.

The Endoscopy Unit is looking for a dedicated and hard working individual to join our ever growing team. Our unit is a regional centre for the national Bowel Cancer Screening Programme, and we pride ourselves on our excellence which is recognised by our JAG accreditation for 10 consecutive years.

Across the working week, the working hours will cover between 8am - 6pm according to the demands of the clinics.

Main duties of the job

You will be working alongside our registered nursing colleagues, doctors, surgeons and the wider multi-disciplinary team to continue to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care for our adult patients.

Previous experience in healthcare and endoscopy is essential.

To join our Endoscopy Team, you will be involved in:

• Supporting the qualified nurses with the delivery of high quality, individualised, evidenced based care to all patients
• Participating in clinical duties once trained and competent
• Chaperoning patients
• Demonstrating a sensitive and diplomatic approach to patients in an emotional situation
• Preparing equipment and rooms in preparation for a variety of clinics as well as some cleaning duties
• Monitoring and replenishing documentation and clinical stock as needed

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse/Midwife to join our team at Kettering General Hospital. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, safe and patient-centred care, ensuring patients receive an excellent experience throughout their care journey.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care while promoting best practice and maintaining the highest professional standards. You will act as a professional role model, contribute to service improvement initiatives and support the delivery of evidence-based care in line with the NMC Code, Trust policies and the Trust values of Care, Compassion, Competence, Communication, Courage and Commitment.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and clinical expertise within a supportive environment, while contributing to continuous improvements in patient care and outcomes. Flexibility to work across clinical areas may be required to support service needs.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver safe, high-quality and compassionate nursing care in accordance with the NMC Code and Trust policies
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised programmes of care to meet patients' physical, psychological and social needs
• Act as a professional role model, demonstrating high standards of clinical practice and behaviour
• Undertake clinical assessments, risk assessments and monitoring, escalating concerns appropriately
• Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support effective communication, care planning and patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to safe and effective patient handovers
• Promote patient safety, dignity, safeguarding and compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and related legislation
• Support service development, quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives
• Work within own scope of competence, seeking advice and support when required
• Provide support to colleagues and contribute to ward and departmental workloads as required
• Participate in ongoing learning, development and the enhancement of clinical practice

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications.

Interviews have provisionally been scheduled to take place on the 22nd Oct, however this is subject to change and may be brought forward should the vacancy close early due to a sufficient amount of applications being received.

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighboring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire. Our Excellence Values:

• Compassion
• Respect
• Integrity
• Courageous
• Accountable

Details

Date posted

28 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

264-8204848-SUR

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous Healthcare Experience
• Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning

Desirable

• Evidence of Post registration qualification /education
• Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS

Education Training and Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse
• Diploma / Degree

Desirable

• Mentor Qualification
• Leadership Qualification

Skills

Essential

• The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status
• To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication; and appropriate information storage
• The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge
• Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care
• The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality nursing/midwifery service
• Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department

Key Competencies/ Personal Qualities & Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work within a team and independently
• Flexible and punctual
• Smart appearance
• Able to work to pressure
• Enthusiastic
• Assertive and positive attitude
• Caring, kind and compassionate
• Positive change agent

Person Specification Knowledge and Experience Essential Previous Healthcare Experience Commitment to continuing professional development; with an enthusiasm for learning Desirable Evidence of Post registration qualification /education Awareness and understanding of current issues within nursing, midwifery and the wider NHS Education Training and Qualifications Essential NMC Registered Nurse Diploma / Degree Desirable Mentor Qualification Leadership Qualification Skills Essential The ability to communicate with patients and their families/carers during a highly stressful time, requiring the ability to alter communication strategies dependent on the situation and the patient's status To demonstrate accuracy and clarity in verbal, written and electronic communication; and appropriate information storage The ability to make judgments on problems requiring investigation, analysis e.g., assessment of patient condition, suitability for discharge Able to assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care The ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high quality nursing/midwifery service Able to organise, prioritise and adjust own workload in relation to the priorities of the department Key Competencies/ Personal Qualities & Attributes Essential Ability to work within a team and independently Flexible and punctual Smart appearance Able to work to pressure Enthusiastic Assertive and positive attitude Caring, kind and compassionate Positive change agent

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).

Additional information 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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Make a difference when it matters the most.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire NHS Group are looking forEmergency Department Volunteers who can Volunteer between 8am - late, Monday to Sunday.

Could a simple conversation change someone's day?

For patients and families arriving in our Emergency Department, it can be one of the most stressful moments of their lives. They may be anxious, worried, in pain, or simply unsure of what happens next.

That's where you come in.

We are looking for caring, compassionate and reliable volunteers aged 18 or over to join our Emergency Department team and help create a welcoming, supportive environment for patients, visitors and staff.

Whether you're offering reassurance to a worried relative, helping someone find their way or supporting our teams with practical tasks, your presence can make a genuine difference to someone's experience of care.

This is a rewarding opportunity to give your time when it matters most. We're looking for people who are approachable, patient, dependable and genuinely want to help others.

In return, you'll meet a wide range of people, develop valuable communication skills, gain insight into the NHS and become part of a supportive team.

Main duties of the job

As an Emergency Department Volunteer, you will provide friendly, practical and non-clinical support to patients, relatives, visitors and staff.

• Welcoming patients and visitors to the Emergency Department and helping them feel comfortable.

• Providing a friendly face, a listening ear and reassurance to patients and relatives who may be anxious or worried.

• Supporting people who may be unsure where they need to go or what they need to do next.

• Providing practical support to patients and visitors within the boundaries of the volunteer role.

• Helping maintain a calm, welcoming and supportive environment.

• Recognising when someone may need additional assistance and alerting an appropriate member of staff.

• Maintaining patient confidentiality and respecting the privacy, dignity and individual needs of everyone you meet.

We are also looking for ED Response Volunteers to provide practical, non-clinical support across the Emergency Departments. They respond to requests from different ED areas, undertake collections and deliveries across the Trust to support the department. This is a varied and active role that helps staff, supports patient wellbeing and keeps the ED running smoothly.

About us

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Integrity
• Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.

The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.

We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and enterprising candidatesto join a progressive and forward-thinking department of 13consultants, each with their own special interest. We have well-developed services in high-risk obstetrics, minimal access surgery, infertility, colposcopy & out-patient hysteroscopy,uro-gynaecologyand oncology services.

These posts are substantive positions created to support an expansion in consultant numbers. Both posts will include both Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The department is currently strengthening its Obstetric and Gynaecology leadership and specialist roles and is keen to consider applicants with a variety of interests.

This role is located at Kettering General Hospital and all work will be completed on site or at peripheral clinics.

The candidate should be keen to work as part of a team, continuing to develop good relationships with other staff within and outside the Clinical Management Team. The appointee will be expected to live within 30 minutes travelling time from the hospital.

Main duties of the job

There is ongoing considerable site development at Kettering General Hospital. The theatre suite for Obstetrics & Gynaecology underwent redevelopment in February 2016. Building work is in the early stagesfor the new Rockingham Wing which will provide new facilities for Obstetric and Gynaecology services.

There is a thriving and well-equipped Post Graduate Education centre including a new, large, modern library, seminar rooms, and lecture theatre.

ANTENATAL SCREENINGWe offer a full range of prenatal screening services including early dating scans, Nuchal Translucency and biochemical screening. We offer CVS as well as Amniocentesis. The Fetal Medicine Service is supported byConsultants from University Hospital of Leicester (attending 2 clinics per week). A Consultant Clinical Geneticist who covers the county supports the genetic services. There are on site prenatal counselling facilities with a specialist midwife and the service is offered to all women as part of their routine antenatal care.THEATRESThere are two large and fully equipped state of the art theatres opened in February 2016. One is for routine gynaecology and the second theatre for Obstetrics. A third theatre is used for emergencies for obstetrics and gynaecology.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Details

Date posted

25 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per annum / Pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

264-8262227-FAM

Job locations

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Commitment

Shifting of clinical commitment from junior doctors to nursing staff has been developed actively in Kettering to allow more time for training and adaptability as further changes are imposed on us by reduction of Junior Doctors hours. We have specialist nurses in Gynae Oncology, Infertility, Termination of Pregnancy and Prenatal Diagnosis who all contribute to running the department.

Job Plans - Substantive post 1

This post has a gynaecology scanning session.

Below timetable for weeks when not on hot weeks.During hot weeks all other clinical activityiscancelledand the off day does not apply.

am

pm

Monday

0800-1300 Elective CS listPA =1.057

1330-1730clinic(alt gynae andobs)

PA =0.846

Tuesday

1300-1800 weeks 2 and 8 Gynae operating list(includingpreand post-op rounds)

PA =0.2

Wednesday

off

off

Thursday

SDECscanning0900-1300PA =0.846

1300-1700Patient adminPA=0.846

Friday

0900-1200 BasicSPA

PA =0.669

1300-1700SPA

PA=0.846

Post 1 also includes - Flexible backfill gynae theatre lists0.53 PAand Flexible CS list cover0.75 PA

Substantive post 2

Below timetable for weeks when not on hot weeks.During hot weeks all other clinical activityiscancelledand the off day does not apply.

am

pm

Monday

off

off

Tuesday

0900-1300clinic(obs)

PA =0.846

1300-1800 weeks 2 and 8 Gynae operating list(including pre and post op ward rounds)

PA =0.2

Wednesday

0800-1300 Elective CS listPA =1.057

1330-1730 clinic (alt gynae andobs)

PA = 0.846

Thursday

0900-1300 Patient adminPA=0.846

Friday

0900-1200 BasicSPA

PA =0.669

1300-1700SPA

PA=0.846

Post 2 also includes - Flexible backfill gynae theatre lists0.53 PAand Flexible CS list cover0.75 PA

Ward rounds

• In patient ward rounds are carried out by the consultant of the week
• Pre and post-op ward rounds are included as part of theatre time allocation

Hot weeks

During hot weeks, the day off scheduled in the timetables above does not apply during this week and the consultant will not have any other duties or private practice during this time.

• 1 in 13consultantof the week Obstetrics(0.96 PA) this is dedicated labour ward cover when the Consultant is on site at all times.
• 1 in 13consultantof the week Gynaecology
• Total PA from hot weeks (including predictable weekend cover)2.36

On calls

• 1 in12non-residenton call,weekdayscovering both Obstetrics and Gynaecology
• 1 in 13non-residenton call, weekendscovering both Obstetrics and Gynaecology(on site from 0800-1300, included in predictablehot weekPA allocation)
• Unpredictable1 PA (over weekdays and weekends)

Complex out of hours surgery as a relatively small unit, the number of complex surgical cases out of hours is small. The middle grade tier includes a number of highly experienced associate specialists. Additional support can be sought from the general surgical team on call and, where required, experienced consultants within the department who live locally. New consultants joining the trust will have access to a senior consultant.

On call supplement Category A=3%

Total

DCC= 8.5

SPA = 1.5

Job description Job responsibilities Clinical Commitment Shifting of clinical commitment from junior doctors to nursing staff has been developed actively in Kettering to allow more time for training and adaptability as further changes are imposed on us by reduction of Junior Doctors hours. We have specialist nurses in Gynae Oncology, Infertility, Termination of Pregnancy and Prenatal Diagnosis who all contribute to running the department. Job Plans - Substantive post 1 This post has a gynaecology scanning session. Below timetable for weeks when not on hot weeks.During hot weeks all other clinical activityiscancelledand the off day does not apply. am pm Monday 0800-1300 Elective CS listPA =1.057 1330-1730clinic(alt gynae andobs) PA =0.846 Tuesday 1300-1800 weeks 2 and 8 Gynae operating list(includingpreand post-op rounds) PA =0.2 Wednesday off off Thursday SDECscanning0900-1300PA =0.846 1300-1700Patient adminPA=0.846 Friday 0900-1200 BasicSPA PA =0.669 1300-1700SPA PA=0.846 Post 1 also includes - Flexible backfill gynae theatre lists0.53 PAand Flexible CS list cover0.75 PA Substantive post 2 Below timetable for weeks when not on hot weeks.During hot weeks all other clinical activityiscancelledand the off day does not apply. am pm Monday off off Tuesday 0900-1300clinic(obs) PA =0.846 1300-1800 weeks 2 and 8 Gynae operating list(including pre and post op ward rounds) PA =0.2 Wednesday 0800-1300 Elective CS listPA =1.057 1330-1730 clinic (alt gynae andobs) PA = 0.846 Thursday 0900-1300 Patient adminPA=0.846 Friday 0900-1200 BasicSPA PA =0.669 1300-1700SPA PA=0.846 Post 2 also includes - Flexible backfill gynae theatre lists0.53 PAand Flexible CS list cover0.75 PA Ward rounds In patient ward rounds are carried out by the consultant of the week Pre and post-op ward rounds are included as part of theatre time allocation Hot weeks During hot weeks, the day off scheduled in the timetables above does not apply during this week and the consultant will not have any other duties or private practice during this time. 1 in 13consultantof the week Obstetrics(0.96 PA) this is dedicated labour ward cover when the Consultant is on site at all times. 1 in 13consultantof the week Gynaecology Total PA from hot weeks (including predictable weekend cover)2.36 On calls 1 in12non-residenton call,weekdayscovering both Obstetrics and Gynaecology 1 in 13non-residenton call, weekendscovering both Obstetrics and Gynaecology(on site from 0800-1300, included in predictablehot weekPA allocation) Unpredictable1 PA (over weekdays and weekends) Complex out of hours surgery as a relatively small unit, the number of complex surgical cases out of hours is small. The middle grade tier includes a number of highly experienced associate specialists. Additional support can be sought from the general surgical team on call and, where required, experienced consultants within the department who live locally. New consultants joining the trust will have access to a senior consultant. On call supplement Category A=3% Total DCC= 8.5 SPA = 1.5

Person Specification

Qualifications and skills

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration
• Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC)
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Desirable

• ATSM in Special Interest Subject e.g. Labour Ward Lead
• Colposcopy and/or Hysteroscopy and/or USS
• Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC

Clinical exp & effectiveness

Essential

• Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT
• ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice or Equivalent
• Interest in Clinical Audit and evidence of completed audits in CV
• Interest in Governance
• Ambulatory gynaecology
• Ultrasound Skills

Desirable

• ATSM in Specialist Interest Subject Eg:Maternal medicine, High Risk Pregnancy, Obstetric Medicine

Person Specification Qualifications and skills Essential Full GMC Registration MRCOG or appropriate specialist registration Relevant CCT or equivalent ('equivalence' must be confirmed by PMETB/GMC by date of AAC) Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Desirable ATSM in Special Interest Subject e.g. Labour Ward Lead Colposcopy and/or Hysteroscopy and/or USS Entry onto the GMC Specialist Register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC Clinical exp & effectiveness Essential Clinical training and experience in general obstetrics and gynaecology equivalent to that required for a UK CCT ATSM in Advanced Labour Ward Practice or Equivalent Interest in Clinical Audit and evidence of completed audits in CV Interest in Governance Ambulatory gynaecology Ultrasound Skills Desirable ATSM in Specialist Interest Subject Eg:Maternal medicine, High Risk Pregnancy, Obstetric Medicine

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).

Additional information 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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Band 6 Physiotherapist to join our established Macmillan Cancer Prehabilitation and Rehabilitation Team on a 12-month fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave.

Working alongside a multidisciplinary team of Occupational Therapists, Dietitians, Assistant Practitioners and administrative staff, you will play a key role in delivering personalised care to people affected by cancer before, during and after treatment.

This rewarding role offers the opportunity to work across primary and secondary care settings, supporting patients to optimise their physical health, independence and wellbeing throughout their cancer journey. You will undertake specialist physiotherapy assessments, contribute to holistic needs assessments, and develop personalised rehabilitation and exercise programmes tailored to individual patient goals.

You will independently manage a varied caseload of patients with complex rehabilitation needs, providing evidence-based interventions and supporting patients to improve physical function, resilience and quality of life. Working within the East Midlands Cancer Prehabilitation Gold Standards Framework, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure seamless, patient-centred care.

As part of this innovative and growing service, you will contribute to service evaluation, quality improvement projects and the ongoing development of cancer prehabilitation and rehabilitation pathways.

Main duties of the job

Provide specialist physiotherapy assessment and intervention for people before, during and after cancer treatment.

Autonomously manage an agreed caseload, using evidence-based and person-centred clinical reasoning to assess physical function, mobility, exercise tolerance and rehabilitation needs; develop personalised treatment plans; and evaluate outcomes.

Work within established cancer prehabilitation and rehabilitation pathways, contributing to service evaluation and improvement under the guidance of the Band 7 clinical lead or therapy management team.

Screen patients before cancer treatment in relation to physical fitness, functional ability and rehabilitation needs. Identify nutritional or emotional concerns using agreed screening tools and refer to the appropriate dietetic, psychological or clinical professional in accordance with local pathways.

Provide targeted and specialist physiotherapy interventions for patients with complex physical and functional needs, in line with the East Midlands Gold Standard Framework and agreed local pathways.

Refer to community services where ongoing rehabilitation is required and identify appropriate adjustments or equipment to maintain or improve mobility, function and safety.

Contribute to the evaluation of the Macmillan programme by collecting agreed clinical outcomes, activity data and patient feedback, and sharing findings with the Band 7 clinical lead or service manager.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Job summary

We have an opportunity for a Band 5 Physiotherapist to join our friendly, innovative and dynamic Therapy Team.

Are you a new graduate or existing Band 5 looking for the next step in your career, to develop your leadership skills and consolidate your clinical knowledge? Or are you a physiotherapist looking to return to practice?

Working across the fast paced environments of ED through to the respiratory community team, or from intensive care through to orthopaedic trauma wards we have rotations to suit everyone.

We offer the opportunity to gain clinical development in a variety of areas:

• Accident & Emergency, Urgent Care Wards
• Acute Medicine
• Orthopaedics - trauma , day case and elective
• Critical care and ICU, Respiratory Wards
• Fracture Clinic

We offer an established preceptorship programme for new graduates, extensive on-call and respiratory simulation training in our simulation lab, a Band 5 Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy development forum and mentorship to support your career development.

Main duties of the job

• To provide a diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment programme.
• To plan and prioritise own patient caseload, working with direct support of a senior member of staff. Supervision takes the form of regular formal training and clinical reasoning sessions and peer review.
• To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner.
• Assist in audit and/or research projects to further own and team's clinical practice within each rotation.
• To provide high quality, evidence-based care across the seven day service and participate in the oncall rota for adults, children and young people as the service requires.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close adverts once we have received sufficient applications

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is on an exciting journey with all of our divisions committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN). As part of this collaborative approach, there may be a requirement for you to work across both the Kettering and Northampton hospital sites, depending on the needs of the service.

Our Excellence Values

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Integrity
• Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across UHN and help to unleash everyone's full potential.

UHN encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups. We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We recognise the valuable contribution that the Armed Forces community make to our organisation. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and achieved Silver Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds. This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for UHN.

Job summary

Lung Cancer Clinical Fellow (12-Month Position with Possibility of Extension)Respiratory Department, Medical Directorate

The Medical Directorate is seeking applications for the position of Lung Cancer Clinical Fellow, based within the Respiratory Department. This is a 12-month role, with the potential for extension.

Key Requirements:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in General Medicine
• At least Part 2 MRCP (Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians)
• Previous NHS experience is desirable, though not essential

We welcome applications from highly motivated individuals with a passion for lung cancer care. If you meet the above criteria and are looking for an opportunity to expand your expertise in this vital field, we encourage you to apply.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will join the Lung Cancer Service, working as part of a dedicated team consisting of 2 Consultants and 4 Cancer Nurse Specialists, and collaborating closely with Oncologists and Thoracic Surgeons.

This role is ideal for individuals aiming to build a career in Lung Cancer with a specialist focus. It offers a wide range of professional development opportunities, including involvement in audits, Quality Improvement Projects (QIP), and clinical research. The candidate will be fully supported and strongly encouraged to engage in these activities as part of their career progression.

Training will be provided in a range of interventional procedures, with opportunities to develop advanced interventional skills. Additionally, the Fellow will gain valuable experience in areas such as Immuno-oncology, Clinical and Medical Oncology, Palliative Care, Thoracic Radiology, and Lung Cancer Histopathology. Tailored arrangements will be made upon appointment, based on the candidate's specific interests and career aspirations.

The Fellow will share duties with other middle-grade doctors to ensure the smooth running of the Respiratory wards, with guidance from the 'Consultant of the Week'. Evening and weekend on-call duties in general medicine will be part of the role, though daytime responsibilities will be focused entirely on Respiratory Medicine.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Details

Date posted

24 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Doctor - other

Salary

£67,325 to £76,582 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number

264-8157925-MED

Job locations

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Training

Essential

• MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent
• MRCP Part 2 written
• Full GMC Registration
• MRCP completed

Previous Experience

Essential

• 1 year at ST level
• Supervision of FY1/FY2/CMT

Desirable

• Publication(s) in a peer-reviewed journals

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good communication skill
• Team working
• Knowledge of audit
• Evidence based medicine

Registration

Essential

• Full Registration

Person Specification Qualifications/Training Essential MBBS/MB ChB or equivalent MRCP Part 2 written Full GMC Registration MRCP completed Previous Experience Essential 1 year at ST level Supervision of FY1/FY2/CMT Desirable Publication(s) in a peer-reviewed journals Skills and Knowledge Essential Good communication skill Team working Knowledge of audit Evidence based medicine Registration Essential Full Registration

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).

Additional information 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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Consultant to join our busy and dynamic DMOP Team at Kettering General Hospital.

Our DMOP areas include Naseby A, Naseby B, Naseby Annexe, Lamport & Twywell.

The successful candidate will work closely with a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, providing expert assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients presenting with urgent and acute medical conditions. In addition to delivering excellent clinical care, you will contribute to service development, clinical leadership, and the continuous improvement of patient pathways.

This role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of DMOP services across the county within a clinically led organisation that values innovation, education, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Main duties of the job

This is an exciting opportunity for a NHS Locum Consultant to join our established team of Seven Whole-Time Equivalent (WTE) Consultants within the Department.

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking DMOP Consultant with a passion for delivering high-quality medical care. This role offers the opportunity to lead innovation and service improvement initiatives while contributing to the continued development of Elderly Care within the organization.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an exceptional senior nurse leader to join University Hospitals of Northamptonshire as Head of Nursing for Urgent and Emergency Care.

This pivotal role provides strategic, professional and operational nursing leadership across a large and complex UEC portfolio, including Emergency Care, Acute Medicine and unscheduled care services. Working as part of the divisional triumvirate, you will lead quality improvement, workforce transformation, governance, patient safety and operational performance.

We are seeking a credible and experienced senior nursing leader with substantial UEC experience and a proven record of leading large teams, delivering service improvement and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.

Significant senior nursing leadership experience within Urgent and Emergency Care.

Current or recent experience at Head of Nursing, Deputy Head of Nursing or Associate Director of Nursing level.

Demonstrable experience of leading quality, governance, workforce and operational performance.

Proven success in service transformation, workforce planning and safe staffing.

Highly developed leadership, communication, influencing and stakeholder-management skills.

Main duties of the job

Provide visible, credible and compassionate nursing leadership across the Urent and Emergency Care portfolio.

Lead the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality patient care and experience.

Drive quality improvement, clinical governance and patient-safety priorities.

Shape workforce strategy, safe staffing, recruitment, retention and professional development.

Work collaboratively with clinical, operational and corporate colleagues to deliver performance and transformation.

Influence senior stakeholders and represent nursing across the organisation and wider system.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Job summary

This vacancy is for a part-time role at 22 hours per week.

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to develop yourself whilst playing a key role in the development of others?Are you ready for a new challenge?We are seeking an exceptional individual who is enthusiastic, energetic and will thrive in a busy Ophthalmology Department.

You will be required to provide support, specialised knowledge and expertise in the day to day care and management of all patients coming through the department. Working within this very busy environment will provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your clinical skills. You would be responsible to ensure standards are maintained, evaluated, and where necessary improved.

In addition, you will play a key role in ensuring to care for and manage Ophthalmic patient's effectively with high professional standards, excellent communication skills and a genuine desire to work within the Ophthalmic Unit. We work over a seven day period Monday to Sunday as a day case unit.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will need to have a good range of clinical nursing skills, be proactive, work autonomously and be able to demonstrate an understanding of the importance of professional development. The role will involve supporting junior colleagues, ensuring daily care standards are maintained, engaging in quality monitoring and HR processes, incident and complaints management. In addition to this, there is an expectation that the post holder will continually develop themselves through engagement with Practice Development.

The successful candidate will have an active NMC registration. Experience in Ophthalmology is desirable however not essential, as full training would be provided for the right candidate.

The successful applicant will be working within a friendly innovative driven team that puts the patients at the heart of everything we do. You will also be expected to support the trust in the times of need, to ensure all areas within the trust are covered, to offer exceptional care to our patients.

About us

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey.Our mission is to provide safe, compassionate, and clinically excellent patient care, by being an outstanding employer for our people. We have entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Northampton General Hospital and have become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values:

Compassion

Respect

Integrity

Courageous

Accountable

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum/pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

264-7934961-SUR-B

Job locations

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Job description Job responsibilities For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the Shortlisting Criteria section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered
• Ophthalmic Nursing course gained or willing to take at degree/masters level
• Evidence of Continued Professional Development

Desirable

• Leadership experience and courses completed
• Mentorship qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Able to deal with communication problems
• Organisational skills
• Dealing with distressed people

Desirable

• Previous ophthalmology experience
• Experience with patient flow and capacity
• Worked in outpatient setting
• Worked in ward setting
• Worked in theatre setting

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Sound knowledge of current nursing issues
• Clinical skills
• Ability to undertake audits and develop areas of development from any areas identified
• Understanding of current developments in the NHS
• Organisational skills e.g. prioritising/delegating
• IT and keyboard skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registered Ophthalmic Nursing course gained or willing to take at degree/masters level Evidence of Continued Professional Development Desirable Leadership experience and courses completed Mentorship qualification Knowledge and Experience Essential Able to deal with communication problems Organisational skills Dealing with distressed people Desirable Previous ophthalmology experience Experience with patient flow and capacity Worked in outpatient setting Worked in ward setting Worked in theatre setting Skills and Competencies Essential Sound knowledge of current nursing issues Clinical skills Ability to undertake audits and develop areas of development from any areas identified Understanding of current developments in the NHS Organisational skills e.g. prioritising/delegating IT and keyboard skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information 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

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kettering General Hospital

Rothwell Road

Kettering

NN16 8UZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

As a Trust we are investing in the Estates Engineering infrastructure primarily in our mechanical & electrical engineering systems to provide the foundation for the Trust to achieve significant carbon reductions through the introduction of new renewable technologies.

The post holder will be employed to undertake wide and varied technical maintenance work which will be routine and varied in nature, which will include reactive work and planned preventative maintenance.

To ensure the optimum level of performance, safety and availability of the Trust's Estate and associated infrastructure and building services.

Interviews to be held w/c 5th October 2026

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will problem solve complex technical issues whilst undertaking breakdown repairs, planned maintenance and upgrade work and a diverse range of complex building services to a technical level across both mechanical and electrical services.

Instruct others on the above features and other aspects of their work.

Perform a wide range of work to include other maintenance disciples.

Be available to work additional hours as required.

Provide out of hours call out cover on a rota basis and where necessary

provide cover when there are gaps in the on-call rota.

The post-holder will use permit to works, risks assessments, orders, job documentation etc and complete them accurately and timely.

The post-holder will take reasonable care for their acts or omissions and work in a safe manner at all times

Maintain emergency / contingency systems to support critical services and minimise disruption to the normal operation of the hospital during emergency situations.

To test new or existing equipment and engineering systems to verify safety and operation.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.

We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.

Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview.

Job summary

A whole-time post as consultant in paediatric urology with on-call paediatric surgery and urology commitments, is available now at the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust. This is a substantive Consultant post.

Main duties of the job

Clinical;The post-holder will contribute to the provision of tertiary level paediatric urology care and in the acute general and neonatal surgery as part of the acute rota (1:7.5). The post-holder will work closely with other members of the paediatric surgery and urology teams, including clinical nurse specialists, in the delivery of high-level care for children and families from the region and beyond. The post holder will also have clinical support from clinical team members (trainees, trust doctors and foundation doctors) in delivering this care. The post-holder will need to travel to different sites e.g. Horton General Hospital, Chipping Norton, Northampton General Hospital, and within our ODN for theatre sessions and clinics. These are existing clinics and lists, as well as others in development. Appropriate travel time will be permitted to reach these sites.Teaching/ResearchOxford University Hospitals NHS Trust is a teaching hospital trust, and the post-holder will be required to participate in programmes for teaching clinical students, training junior doctors and in clinical examinations. It is expected that this will be an integral part of everyday clinical activity. The post-holder's contribution to teaching, training and research will be included in the regular job plan review.

About us

Divisional Director: Miss Penny Lennox

Divisional Director of Operations: Cheryl Muldoon

Divisional Director of Nursing Florian Stoermer

The Division is headed by a Divisional Director, a practising clinician who is supported by a Divisional Nurse, Divisional Medical Director and General Manager. The Division is responsible for the day-to-day management and delivery of services within their areas in line with Trust strategies, policies and procedures and contains five Clinical Directorates, each of which contain clinical service units covering specific areas of services. The five Directorates are led by Clinical Directors and supported by Operational Service Managers, Matrons and other relevant experts. The Directorates host services on three hospital sites; The John Radcliffe Hospital, The Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre and the Horton General Hospital.The Division, whilst mirroring the overall vision of the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, aims to be a leader across the United Kingdom as a provider of a range of standard and specialised services. The Division ensures its services are responsive and patient centred, with dynamic care pathways based on the best available evidence.

Details

Date posted

15 September 2026

Pay scheme

Hospital medical and dental staff

Grade

Consultant

Salary

£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per Annum/Pro Rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

321-MS-CON-8033705

Job locations

John Radcliffe

Headington

OXFORD

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post-holders duties will be primarily at the John Radcliffe Hospital at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, but it is a condition of the appointment that the post-holder will be willing to work in any of the Trusts locations. ClinicalThe post-holder will contribute to the provision of tertiary level paediatric urology care and in the acute general and neonatal surgery as part of the acute rota (1:7.5). The post-holder will work closely with other members of the paediatric surgery and urology teams, including clinical nurse specialists, in the delivery of high-level care for children and families from the region and beyond. The post holder will also have clinical support from clinical team members (trainees, trust doctors and foundation doctors) in delivering this care. The post-holder will need to travel to different sites e.g. Horton General Hospital, Chipping Norton, Northampton General Hospital, and within our ODN for theatre sessions and clinics. These are existing clinics and lists, as well as others in development. Appropriate travel time will be permitted to reach these sites. Teaching/ResearchOxford University Hospitals NHS Trust is a teaching hospital trust, and the post-holder will be required to participate in programmes for teaching clinical students, training junior doctors and in clinical examinations. It is expected that this will be an integral part of everyday clinical activity. The post-holders contribution to teaching, training and research will be included in the regular job plan review. Clinical GovernanceThe post-holder will participate in all clinical governance activities, including clinical audit, clinical effectiveness, risk management, quality improvement activities as required by the Trust, and external accrediting bodies. Personal and Professional DevelopmentThe post-holder will be required to keep himself/herself fully up-to-date with their relevant area of practice and to be able to demonstrate this to the satisfaction of the Trust. Professional or study leave will be granted at the discretion of the Trust, in line with the prevailing Terms and Conditions of Service, to support appropriate study, postgraduate training activities, relevant CME courses and other appropriate personal development needs.

Job description Job responsibilities The post-holders duties will be primarily at the John Radcliffe Hospital at Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, but it is a condition of the appointment that the post-holder will be willing to work in any of the Trusts locations. ClinicalThe post-holder will contribute to the provision of tertiary level paediatric urology care and in the acute general and neonatal surgery as part of the acute rota (1:7.5). The post-holder will work closely with other members of the paediatric surgery and urology teams, including clinical nurse specialists, in the delivery of high-level care for children and families from the region and beyond. The post holder will also have clinical support from clinical team members (trainees, trust doctors and foundation doctors) in delivering this care. The post-holder will need to travel to different sites e.g. Horton General Hospital, Chipping Norton, Northampton General Hospital, and within our ODN for theatre sessions and clinics. These are existing clinics and lists, as well as others in development. Appropriate travel time will be permitted to reach these sites. Teaching/ResearchOxford University Hospitals NHS Trust is a teaching hospital trust, and the post-holder will be required to participate in programmes for teaching clinical students, training junior doctors and in clinical examinations. It is expected that this will be an integral part of everyday clinical activity. The post-holders contribution to teaching, training and research will be included in the regular job plan review. Clinical GovernanceThe post-holder will participate in all clinical governance activities, including clinical audit, clinical effectiveness, risk management, quality improvement activities as required by the Trust, and external accrediting bodies. Personal and Professional DevelopmentThe post-holder will be required to keep himself/herself fully up-to-date with their relevant area of practice and to be able to demonstrate this to the satisfaction of the Trust. Professional or study leave will be granted at the discretion of the Trust, in line with the prevailing Terms and Conditions of Service, to support appropriate study, postgraduate training activities, relevant CME courses and other appropriate personal development needs.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full UK GMC Registration with License to Practice
• FRCS (Paed.Surg.) or equivalent
• Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatric Surgery or proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview

Desirable

• Higher medical degree (DM, DPhil, PhD)
• Specialist qualification in paediatric urology

Professional Training

Essential

• 2 years dedicated paediatric urological experience
• Research publication in paediatric surgery and/or urology
• Evidence of trauma experience or training (e.g. DSTS)

Desirable

• Two-year national subspecialty training in Paediatric Urology or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Paediatric Surgery
• Advanced paediatric laparoscopic surgical skills
• Competence in acute general paediatric surgery

Desirable

• Experience of transitional care implementation in adolescent urology/adult urology interface

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent leadership skills. Evidence of ability to lead a clinical team at the level of a consultant in a teaching hospital.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of a multi-professional team.
• Effective administrative and time management skills. Training in clinical management.
• Able to change and adapt, respond to changing circumstances and to cope effectively with setbacks or pressure
• Experience of formal and informal contributions to teaching and training.

Desirable

• Evidence of contribution to service development
• Management training or qualification.
• Education qualification
• Evidence of role in development of clinical guidelines and care pathways in paediatric surgery/urology

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Full UK GMC Registration with License to Practice FRCS (Paed.Surg.) or equivalent Entry on the GMC Specialist Register in Paediatric Surgery or proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview Desirable Higher medical degree (DM, DPhil, PhD) Specialist qualification in paediatric urology Professional Training Essential 2 years dedicated paediatric urological experience Research publication in paediatric surgery and/or urology Evidence of trauma experience or training (e.g. DSTS) Desirable Two-year national subspecialty training in Paediatric Urology or equivalent Experience Essential Clinical training and experience equivalent to that required for gaining UK CCT in Paediatric Surgery Advanced paediatric laparoscopic surgical skills Competence in acute general paediatric surgery Desirable Experience of transitional care implementation in adolescent urology/adult urology interface Skills and Knowledge Essential Excellent leadership skills. Evidence of ability to lead a clinical team at the level of a consultant in a teaching hospital. Demonstrated ability to work as an effective member of a multi-professional team. Effective administrative and time management skills. Training in clinical management. Able to change and adapt, respond to changing circumstances and to cope effectively with setbacks or pressure Experience of formal and informal contributions to teaching and training. Desirable Evidence of contribution to service development Management training or qualification. Education qualification Evidence of role in development of clinical guidelines and care pathways in paediatric surgery/urology

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).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe

Headington

OXFORD

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

John Radcliffe

Headington

OXFORD

OX3 9DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Band 6 Complex Discharge Therapist will provide specialist Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy assessment, treatment and discharge planning for patients with complex clinical, functional and social needs across inpatient services. This is the second year of receiving winter funding for the complex discharge therapy team, this year we will be approaching this as a UHN Therapies model, adding resilience and expertise across both NGH and KGH. Whilst NGH will be your primary site there may be occasions where you are required to work at KGH.

The post holder will work as part of a roaming therapy team providing expertise and assessment to the daily Discharge Hub, escalation areas and medically fit wards where therapy needs are impacting discharge. They will support timely, safe and effective discharge planning by identifying barriers to discharge, undertaking comprehensive assessments and working collaboratively with patients, carers, ward teams and external agencies to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Main duties of the job

Working autonomously within their professional scope of practice, the post holder will manage a complex caseload, undertaking detailed assessments, applying advanced clinical reasoning and developing individualised treatment and discharge plans. They will contribute to positive risk management discussions and provide expert advice to support decision making within multidisciplinary teams.

The post holder will work closely with ward-based therapists to provide joint assessments, support complex cases and promote effective use of therapy resources across the organisation. They will provide clinical support, supervision and teaching to Band 5 therapists, therapy support workers and students, contributing to workforce development and the delivery of high-quality therapy services.

The role includes participation in seven-day services and, where appropriate, professional on-call rotas. The post holder will contribute to service development, audit, quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives, acting as a role model for professional standards, patient-centred care and collaborative working across UHN.

The post holder will deputise for the lead therapist for day to day operational management tasks as required.

About us

Northampton General Hospital is one of the largest employers in the area and we are on an exciting journey. All of our divisions are committed to doing things better, with more efficiency as we update, modernise, and advance. We have also entered into a Group Model with neighbouring Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and become University Hospitals of Northamptonshire.

Our Excellence Values

Compassion

Accountability

Respect

Integrity

Courage

We want to recruit the best people to deliver our services across the University Hospitals of Northamptonshire and help to unleash everyone's full potential. As an organisation, we value how we communicate and promote our vacancies to all communities.

The Hospital Group encourages applications from people who identify from all protected groups, especially those from BAME, Disabled and LGBTQ+ backgrounds as these are underrepresented in our hospitals.

We understand that we need to work with colleagues from diverse backgrounds and make sure the environment they work in is inclusive and collaborative.

We have active Networks that promote and support colleagues from all backgrounds.This ensures everyone feels supported and has a sense of belonging working for Kettering and Northampton General Hospitals.