Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsership.

Person Specification

Past Experience

Essential

• 2 years experience in care sector or Facilities or NHS

Desirable

• 1 year supervision experience in care

Qualifications

Essential

• Any Service Sector Qualification

Desirable

• Any Service Sector Qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RUH NHS Hospital - E14 Cleaning Dept

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Has experience of working with operational management

Desirable

• Management qualification - NEBs, CMS, DMS

Knowledge

Essential

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)
• Significant experience as a band 6 nurse
• Recent experience in an acute Trust

Desirable

• Experience working in site team
• Leadership qualifications
• Knowledge of discharge processes

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

royal united hospital

combe park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in psychology Post graduate Doctoral Degree in clinical psychology or equivalent recognised and accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) and the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC)
• Current HCPC registration

Desirable

• Post qualification training in a model appropriate to Paediatric Psychology e.g. EMDR, CBT ACT, Systemic Therapy Training in Supervision.

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children and young people with complex presentations
• Experience and knowledge of working with safeguarding issues
• Ability to demonstrate working flexibly and independently in a high-pressure environment using highly complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary team
• Experience working with high distress and trauma where high level of sensitivity and skill required.
• Experience providing high quality supervision
• Experience delivering presentation, teaching and training

Desirable

• Experience in paediatric psychology
• Experience working in an acute hospital trust
• Experience of different modes of working - e.g. group, behavioural management
• Experience developing service pathways
• Experience of staff work, including debriefs after a distressing incident
• Experience of cognitive and neuropsychological assessments
• Experience supervising trainee psychologists

Physical skills, mental and emotional effort

Essential

• Ability to work with highly distressed, traumatised people and remain calm in challenging situations
• Able to sit or stand for extended periods in order to provide therapy
• Able to work at computer.

Values

Essential

• Demonstrated values that indicate values of compassion and respect as central to their practice.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospital

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Please note this was is not eligible for visa sponsership.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Educated to NVQ Level 5/HND or equivalent experience in a related service industry
• Management qualification or equivalent experience at senior level

Desirable

• 2 Years Management Experience
• Intermediate Food Hygiene Certificate

Management Experience

Essential

• Have experience of managing and motivating large teams in a facilities / softFM / housekeeping environment.

Desirable

• Experience of working in the NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

RUH NHS Hospital

E14 Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Recognised teaching qualification e.g. ENB 998 or equivalent
• Advanced Communications Skills Training level 2 or prepared to work towards
• Registered with NMC registration

Desirable

• Clinical examination skills in practice (level 3 or above)
• Research qualification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Relevant post registration experience, at Band 6 or above in field of Haematology / Cancer
• Experience of teaching one to one and groups.

Desirable

• In-depth haematology experience.
• Experience of audit and research

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced healthcare environment, has strong organisational and communication skills, and is committed to delivering exceptional care for every patient.

Please be aware that this vacancies is currently under Banding review. Although the advertised post is currently a Band 2, this may be a Band 3 after review. If you have any more questions in regards to this, please let us know.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• GCSE in English Language and Maths minimum grade C/4 or equivalent
• Completion of a Care Certificate (or willingness to work towards this)

Desirable

• Experience and ability to perform peripheral cannulation
• Healthcare/Science related Level 3 qualification
• Level 3 qualification (A-Levels/BTEC/T Levels and Level 3 NVQ's)

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Ability to understand and communicate in English, both verbally and written.
• Ability to work unsupervised in a team environment.
• Ability to use IT systems and databases

Desirable

• Have previous administration experience.
• Have experience of working in a volunteering or customer-facing role.

Values

Essential

• You will be motivated, proactive, kind, caring and take responsibility
• You will be willing to learn and open to change.

Skills

Essential

• Effective communication skills
• Empathetic manner to deal with a diverse range of patients
• Flexible approach to work
• Calm, with the ability to work under pressure
• Manual handling with the ability to undertake daily repetitive handling & transfer of patients
• Exposure on a regular basis to unpleasant working conditions and the requirement to deal with hazards

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Radiology, Royal United Hospital

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within the framework of team nursing incorporating the Named Nurse initiative.

To proactively co-ordinate the patients discharge arrangements in accordance with RUH Discharge Policy ensuring involvement of other agencies as necessary.

To promote a patient focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health professionals.

To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified.

To provide information thus enabling patients to make choices about adopting a healthier lifestyle.

To ensure that all clinical documentation is completed correctly by members of the nursing team.

To maintain a safe ward/department environment both at RUH and Frome community service.

To assist in the establishment and monitoring of protocols/care pathways.

To participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with the patient, carer and all members of the Multidisciplinary Team making sure they have all possible assistance and support, including support in accessing all available resources (where possible) to enable patients to cope with their illness

To maintain patient confidentiality and ensure all staff understand the relevance of this.

To supervise junior staff in the delivery of care, through effective monitoring, mentoring, clinical supervision and reflective practice.

To educate and consent patients and administer patient treatments regimes eg Chemotherapy, monoclonal antibodies in accordance with RUH Trust policies and procedure

To educate and administer patient treatments regimes eg SACT in accordance with RUH Trust policies and procedures

Caring for our SACT patients at Frome Community hospital as part of our service

Person Specification

application/interview

Essential

• Recognsing the deteriorating patient

Desirable

• SACT module/ equivalent

Application/Interview

Essential

• oncology/ haematology experience

Desirable

• CVAD/ Venapuncture competencies

application/ interview

Essential

• 6-12 months acute experience in NHS

Desirable

• Previous experience at taking charge

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospital

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Senior Sister/Charge Nurse is responsible for providing professional, clinical, and operational leadership to the Gastroenterology Ward, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, effective, and compassionate patient care. The post holder will lead and manage the nursing team, ensuring that patients receive evidence-based care within a well-led and supportive environment.

The Senior Sister/Charge Nurse will act as a visible and inspirational leader, promoting excellence in patient care, staff development, quality improvement, patient safety, and service delivery. They will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure efficient patient flow, effective resource management, and achievement of organisational objectives.

Clinical Leadership:

• Provide visible, credible, and compassionate leadership within the ward environment.
• Lead by example, demonstrating the highest standards of clinical care and professional practice in accordance with the NMC Code.
• Act as an expert clinical resource for nursing and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Ensure that nursing care is patient-centred, evidence-based, and delivered in line with Trust policies and national standards.
• Promote a culture of dignity, respect, inclusion, and compassionate care.
• Support clinical decision-making and provide leadership during challenging or complex patient situations.
• Ensure appropriate escalation and management of deteriorating patients and clinical concerns.
• Be a visible and approachable leader.
• Uphold Trust values and behaviours through positive leadership and example.

Patient Safety and Quality:

• Take responsibility for maintaining and improving patient safety standards.
• Ensure systems are in place to minimise risks and prevent avoidable harm.
• Monitor quality indicators
• Lead investigations into incidents, complaints, safeguarding concerns, and serious events.
• Develop and monitor action plans arising from incidents, audits, and investigations.
• Ensure lessons learned are shared and embedded into clinical practice.
• Promote a positive safety culture where staff feel empowered to raise concerns and identify improvement
• Lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and experience.

Workforce leadership and Management:

• Lead, motivate, and support nursing and support staff within the ward
• Foster a positive workplace culture that promotes staff well-being, engagement, and inclusion.
• Conduct appraisals, performance reviews, and regular one-to-one meetings.
• Manage attendance, sickness absence, and performance concerns in accordance with Trust policies.
• Support recruitment, retention, induction, and workforce planning.
• Ensure mandatory training, competency assessments, and professional development requirements are achieved.
• Identify learning needs and support career development opportunities.
• Develop future leaders through coaching, supervision, and mentorship

Communication and Partnership working:

• Develop effective relationships with patients, families, carers, and members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Manage difficult conversations and complaints professionally and compassionately.
• Ensure patients and carers are involved in decisions regarding their care and treatment.
• Represent the ward and nursing team at relevant meetings and forums.
• Promote collaborative working across services to support seamless patient care.

Key outcome

To provide exceptional leadership that ensures the Gastroenterology Ward delivers safe, effective, responsive, and compassionate care while maintaining high standards of patient safety, staff wellbeing, operational performance, and clinical excellence.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• State Registered with the Nursing & Midwifery Council
• Demonstrates evidence of on-going continuous professional development.
• Degree level qualification
• Experience in Managing Conduct., Health, Sickness & Performance, Recruitment & Selection, Appraisal etc
• Experience of leadership within a acute setting
• Significant relevant clinical and management experience at band 6 or above

Desirable

• Post-registration qualification preferably in Gastroenterology
• Previous experience as a band 7 Senior Sister/charge nurse
• educated to masters level or working towards it

Shortlisting critria

Essential

• Strong clinical knowledge and experience within acute adult nursing.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and support teams through periods of operational pressure.
• Show a proactive approach to continuous improvement and workforce development.

Desirable

• Experience of managing staffing, performance, quality indicators, and clinical governance.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Thorough and up-to-date knowledge of nursing theory and best practice, particularly within speciality area and the application of this in practice.
• Understanding of NMC Code of Practice and requirements of it for the practice & behaviour and its application to the management of staff and self
• Understanding of the principles and application of effective staff / HR management
• Evidence of involvement in service users' advocacy and complaints resolution.

Values

Essential

• Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental
• Pro-active and takes responsibility for the efficient running of the department

Specific Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates commitment to working as part of a team and ability to build the ward / unit team.
• Able to take charge and lead the team and delegate duties effectively
• Able to accept responsibility for ward / unit working under own initiative within boundaries of role.
• Demonstrates compassion and caring approach to patients and relatives and ability to motivate staff to demonstrate this also.
• Demonstrates evidence of well-developed clinical practice. Able to advise on and implement improvements to the quality and efficiency of care for patients in ward / unit

Desirable

• knowledge and experience within Gastro

Communication, Leadership & Management skills

Essential

• Highly effective communication skills - able to communicate verbally and written to staff, patients and relatives including in situations of conflict & distress, ensuring that communication is tailored to the person being addressed.
• Able to lead and manage all Registered Nurses, HCAs and students within ward / unit effectively through effective standard-setting, monitoring, feedback, appraisal, mentoring, clinical supervision and reflective practice.
• Able to apply understanding of equality & diversity to management of own staff
• Able to manage change effectively, with assistance from HR, Senior Nurse etc. in line with Trust policy, influencing staff to make changes / improvements.
• Able to demonstrate effective budgeting practice, exercising care and economy, supported by appropriate documentation.
• Able to appraise staff effectively in line with Trust Appraisal Policy.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal United Hospital Education Centre

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see job description attached.

We are committed to helping our nurses grow and develop. You will be encouraged to participate in ongoing learning opportunities, clinical supervision, and professional development activities to enhance your skills and knowledge. You will also have opportunities to support student nurses and junior colleagues, contributing to a positive learning environment and helping to shape the future nursing workforce.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated General Surgery team where patient care, staff development, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Able to evidence thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and practice (3)
• NMC Registration
• Understanding of the NMC Code of Practice and requirements (3)

Desirable

• Teaching and Assessing (3)
• Acute UK hospital experience (3)
• At least 6 months experience in hospital setting post qualifying (3)

Essential criteria

Essential

• Able to evidence thorough and up to date knowledge of nursing theory and practice (3)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pulteney Ward, RUH,

Combe Park

Bath

BA1 3NG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

CORE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical:

1. Undertakes exercise assessment specific to an individuals requirements. Assimilating complex information requiring analysis and interpretation to select the appropriate exercise assessment tool and exercise prescription.
2. Following patient assessment, liaises with the cardiac nurses, whom, if necessary, can liaise with the patients consultant/GP.
3. Liaises closely with the cardiac nurses to ensure safe effective assessment, planning and delivery of the exercise component of the programme.
4. Prescription of individualised exercise programmes relative to patients physical, psychological, and social needs.
5. Undertake telephone assessment and review and evaluation in support of patients home exercise provision.
6. Responsible for updating all electronic patient records at each contact, ensuring the data recorded is contemporaneous and appropriately communicated to patients GP.
7. Acts as patient advocate and counsel ensuring informed sensitive discussion takes place within the appropriate environment and in the appropriate manner.
8. Meeting and maintaining the highest standards set by the BACPR and contribution to the National Audit of Cardiac Rehabilitation. (NACR)
9. To fully achieve and maintain the clinical competencies required for this post with appropriate ongoing training as required.
10. To co-ordinate and deliver appropriate protocols and procedure relevant to the role in line with national guidelines for Cardiac Rehabilitation programmes.
11. To maintain an accurate and timely record of the treatment provided, the individuals response to the treatment and any modifications of the rehabilitation exercise prescription in accordance with departmental standards.
12. To undertake measurement and evaluation of intervention with goal orientated exercise programmes and outcome measures to progress the individual exercise programme.
13. To ensure exercise programmes are developed in partnership with the patients that respects their choices and values.

See JD for full responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Physiotherapy / Exercise Physiology / Sports science
• HCPC Registered
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
• British association of Cardiac prevention and rehabilitation Level 4 training.

Desirable

• The Chartered institute for the Management of Sports and Physical activity (CIMPSA) Level 4
• CSP Membership
• ILS

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with patients with cardiac disease.
• Experience of delivering exercise to a complex patient group (Circuit based group / Gym / Individual)
• Experience of working within a hospital setting and Community.

Desirable

• Experience of data collection and analysis.
• Participation in research/audit.
• Experience in adapting exercise to those with co-morbidities.
• Evaluating the outcomes of cardiac rehab.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of national and local strategies relating to cardiac rehabilitation
• Knowledge of BACPR and ACPICR standards
• Knowledge of existing exercise & functional testing and prescription guidelines
• Demonstrable and competent knowledge of exercise physiology and impact of varied clinical pathologies

Desirable

• Knowledge of NACR and NICE cardiac rehabilitation guidelines

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN36BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operationally responsible for the delivery of the key performance indicators for the Outpatients Unit, in line with divisional and organisational goals and targets, including delivery of national targets like 18-weeks Referral to Treatment, Slot Utilisation and Clinic Template Management.

Please see attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE3 or above including Maths and English
• NVQ 4 or equivalent in relevant subject or equivalent experience and knowledge in a similar role.
• Evidence of formal management development
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Willingness to undertake NHS specific IT system training including CareFlow clinic template maintenance, case note tracking, patient transport system, RPA Automations
• Evidence of Health & Safety training

Desirable

• ECDL qualification or other formal IT training / qualification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of significant administrative experience within a customer focused environment.
• Evidence of successful staff management including performance, recruitment, training, and absence management
• Evidence of successful process design and implementation
• Experience and understanding of outpatient services and performance indicators.
• Experience in implementing NHS policies and guidelines relevant to outpatient services/or equivalent.
• Proven experience of developing administrative processes, analysing information, and report writing

Desirable

• Past experience of working in an area specialising in healthcare appointment making.
• Experience of managing staff

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The hospital is increasing its activity levels and offers full ambulatory and transthoracic echo services. The role is to expand the establishment to continue to provide our high standards. Full Time- 37.5 hours Part-time would be considered Permanent Including some occasional weekend working This role requires DBS clearance Applications will be assessed and responded to as they are received. We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date if sufficient applications are received.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• AHSC or RCCP registration
• Cardiac Physiology qualification or equivalent (e.g. Clinical Cardiology degree, PTP HCS).
• Strong IT skills to include Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Some post qualification cardiology experience.
• Experience of full ambulatory testing analysis to support junior members of the cardiology team.
• Basic Life Support certificate.

Desirable

• Previous experience in using Spacelabs healthcare equipment.
• Experience in undertaking exercise testing.
• Experience in triage processes.
• ILS (will be required within one year of employment).
• SCST certificate or diploma.
• Ability to prepare and present topics in cardiology and service delivery.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sulis Hospital Bath

Address

Sulis Hospital

Foxcote Avenue

Peasedown St John

Bath

BA2 8SQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We will support you in developing your clinical skills and competencies with our experienced team of paediatric nurses and clinical practice facilitators, with a variety of inhouse courses such as plastering, cannulation and opportunity for EPALS.

We believe in supporting our staff to grow and develop to fulfil their potential.

See attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level Registered Children's Nurse
• Current/Live registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Safeguarding Children training
• Professional, clinical knowledge acquired through training to degree or equivalent

Desirable

• Level 3 Safeguarding Children
• Mentorship/Supervision course
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development or other training relevant to role

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of nursing children in acute/community setting or recently completed a Return to Nursing course
• Experience of working withing a multi-disciplinary environment
• Able to demonstrate effective consolidation of nursing knowledge and practice after qualification and preceptorship

Desirable

• Post-registration experience of Children's Emergency or acute paediatric care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To provide a practitioner-led Anticoagulation Service working within the Integrated Care and Community Directorate team working autonomously making independent clinical decisions (a Training program to reflect the achievements required will be commenced with the expectation that all competencies are signed off within 6 months)
2. To collate and store information and statistics for all anticoagulated patients
3. To maintain accurate records in line with Trust policy and NMC records and record keeping guidelines
4. To work within and promote Trust protocols for Anticoagulation
5. To run daily weekday outpatient anticoagulant clinics utilising point of care testing device
6. Counselling and education of new anticoagulant patients
7. To provide a telephone advisory service to answer patients, medical staff and primary healthcare providers enquiries regarding anticoagulation
8. To assist in the running of daily weekday outpatient postal clinics accurately adjusting warfarin doses according to protocol with the support of the specialised computer database (this requires working independently and also requires a high level of IT competency)
9. To assist in the treatment of over-anticoagulated patients in line with established protocols
10. To work to relevant PGDs relating to anticoagulation until NMP course achieved
11. Together with team members ensure accurate maintenance of the Anticoagulation computer database
12. To dose adjust oral anticoagulation for inpatients within SwICC
13. To liaise with medical and nursing teams regarding anticoagulant related clinical problems with inpatients
14. To support and facilitate early discharge of anticoagulant inpatients to maximize patient flow
15. Together with team members run the Outpatient DVT clinic facilitating outpatient management, teaching patients/carers to administer low molecular weight heparin injections if appropriate
16. In collaboration with the Obstetric Department initiate and monitor anticoagulation for obstetric patients under the direction of the Consultants Haematologists and Obstetricians according to protocol
17. To actively participate in the arrangements pre-operative surgical patients receiving anticoagulation within established protocols providing advice to Day Surgery and other areas undertaking surgical procedures
18. To comply with and support the Trust complaints procedures
19. To assist in research and clinical trials as approved by the Trust
20. To communicate urgent results and give appropriate advice to patients and GPs according to protocol
21. To work in a professional manner with external agencies to promote good working relationships
22. To work within a multidisciplinary team and have an understanding of the role of each member within the team

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Accredited Anticoagulant Course
• NMP or willingness to undertake as soon as sufficient anticoagulant experience has been gained (normally after 12 months)
• PACR or similar course

Desirable

• Completion of any anticoagulation related course
• PACR course or similar
• NMP

Experience

Essential

• Experience of anticoagulation in course of work
• Experience of caring for patients receiving anticoagulation
• In depth experience of leading a team or holding a managerial position
• In depth experience of working under own initiative and capable of critical decision making

Desirable

• Experience with anticoagulant therapy including warfarin and the DOACs
• Experience of running nurse lead clinics

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Deputy Chief Medical Officer (DCMO) plays a pivotal role in the Medical Directorate leadership team, supporting the delivery of the Trusts strategic goals by providing leadership on all medical and dental workforce issues, focusing on the key pillars of: Patient Safety & Clinical Outcomes; Workforce & Culture; Clinical transformation & Strategy; Partnerships & Integration.

Please see attached the full job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of substantial leadership, management, quality improvement or transformation development through qualification or equivalent experience.
• Post graduate medical qualification and evidence of continuing professional development
• Full perform registration with the GMC; inclusion on the relevant Specialist Register or equivalent senior clinical standing appropriate to the applicant's professional background.

Desirable

• Training or recognised experience in medical appraisal, responsible officer functions, MHPS, improvement methodology or digital clinical leadership

Experience

Essential

• Experience of balancing strategic priorities, operational pressures, quality, workforce and financial considerations.
• Experience of leading complex change with empathy, credibility and effective engagement of frontline teams.
• Experience of working across professional and organisational boundaries and influencing at senior level.
• Significant leadership experience in complex NHS clinical services with evidence of delivering measurable improvement.
• Substantial senior clinical experience with a strong professional reputation and credibility with medical colleagues.

Desirable

• Experience of deputising at executive medical director level or contributing to Board or Board Committee assurance.

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Preparation of case for discussion at multi-disciplinary team meetings (MDTs). This includes identification of the appropriate cases, retrieval of slides from archive, data entry onto Excel spreadsheets, recording of audit data on completion of the meeting, and filing completed MDT lists.
• Sorting of cases to be sent to other hospitals for further testing/expert opinion/review. Logging all material sent and returned, to ensure a full audit trail is available for every specimen.
• Archive filing of all blocks, slides and other material, including preparation of blocks/slides for off-site storage and maintenance of records of material stored off-site.
• Retrieval of archived reports from current and previous laboratory IT systems.
• Maintenance and cleaning of automated staining machine, including the correct disposal of solvent waste in accordance with national and local regulations. This may involve some heavy lifting.

Please see the attached job description for full information

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths
• NVQ L3 in a laboratory-based discipline

Desirable

• Science A-levels (or equivalent): Biology, Chemistry, Physics
• IBMS Certificate of Achievement for Biomedical Science Support Staff, part I or II.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of successfully working in a busy, multi-factorial role.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a pathology department
• Experience in Cytology and/or Histology
• Experience in a customer service role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Medicines Information and patient helpline rotation
• Responsible Pharmacist duties within the dispensary
• Embarking on further training to support progression i.e., clinical diploma, independent prescribing
• Maintaining a personal portfolio of evidence
• Following the band 6 7 transitional programme and completing relevant tasks associated

Please see the attached job description for full information.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Member of General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Willingness to undertake further training to further professional development
• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Attending relevant local and national training events/courses, keeping professionally up to date

Desirable

• Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (RPS)
• Post graduate clinical certificate, primary care pathway qualification or equivalent
• Independent Prescribing qualification

Experience

Essential

• Understanding of medicines supply process within NHS hospital
• Evidence of participating in audit and quality improvement
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrable knowledge of pharmacology and ability to apply to patient care
• Evidence of using clinical reasoning and appropriate judgement to make decisions / problem solve
• Ability to prioritise own work and manage time appropriately to meet deadlines
• Experience organising and motivating oneself and others

Desirable

• Experience as a hospital pharmacist
• Experience mentoring and/or supervising others
• Experience of recognising opportunities for change, innovation and quality improvement
• Experience of delivering training

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

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Great Western Hospital

Marlborough Road

Swindon

SN3 6BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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