Job summary

Allied Health Professional - Return to Practice.

Are you a qualified Allied Health Professional looking to return to practice?

Have you previously been on the HCPC register? Are you local to Somerset or looking to work within the South West? We'd like to hear from you! Once you apply, we'll be in touch ASAP to discuss your current situation and what you're looking for next.

Please note - this vacancy is for professions recognised by the HCPC.

Please note - this will be an unpaid Honorary Contract position. We can support you with a tailored supported programme to get you back onto the register asap. We will always try out best to accommodate your requirements in the hope that when you complete your return to practice hours, we would look to offer you a registered role within the Trust however this is dependent on the service needs/requirements at the time.

We'd be delighted to hear from the following professionals:

Occupational Therapists

• ODPs
• Dietitians
• Speech and Language Therapists
• Radiographers
• Podiatrists
• Orthoptists
• Physiotherapists
• Orthotists
• Art Therapist

Main duties of the job

Our Return to Practice programme includes clinical practice, formal CPD, clinical supervision and support to complete application for HCPC re-registration.

Please see below information regarding this course.

• You will be employed on a 3-6/12 month honorary contract (to be discussed).
• Contracted hours will be agreed on an individual basis according to service needs and re-registration requirements. We are interested in hearing from both full and part-time applicants.
• The post will require effective communication skills, collaborative working as part of a multidisciplinary team and good time management.
• You'll be required to commit to:
• Completing contracted hours
• Completing professional competencies
• Completing Trust Induction
• Promoting the trust values throughout your contract
• Registering with the HEE Return to Practice Programme

What can we offer?

• Support throughout the programme and during recruitment process
• Professional development opportunities across the trust
• Friendly and supportive colleagues
• NHS Staff Benefits & discounts

About us

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Job summary

The post will support the weekday running of the Acute Medicine Unit (AMU), Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) and enable a senior acute physician weekday presence within the emergency department (ED), this will be in conjunction with the 10 existing acute physicians on a rotational basis. The successful candidate will join the team at an exciting time for the service having been rated as best in the country for overall satisfaction with doctor training in the 2026 GMC national training survey and advanced plans to introduce a Frailty SDEC and take, and to restructure the AMU including proposals for NHS England funded capital improvements.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide the full range of specialist diagnosis, treatment and care to patients with acute medical problems as outlined in the proposed programme. We are interested in appointing a motivated and highly competent doctor to these posts, as they will take on the task of developing acute medicine services within the broader vision of 'a high quality, constantly improving Trust, providing excellent clinical services'.

It is envisaged that the successful applicants will, in conjunction with the current post holders, be responsible for:

• consultant supervision of the acute medical unit
• consultant supervision of the existing ambulatory emergency care unit
• Provide acute medicine presence and support within the emergency department
• Participation in the medical on call rota (currently 1:21 weekdays and 1:7 split weekends).
• Provide consultant level care for the winter pressure escalation beds under the care of acute medicine

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Symphony Healthcare Services are recruiting for highly skilled and motivated Emergency Care Practitioners (Prescribing Paramedics or Nurses) to join our dynamic, patient-centred teams at Symphony North (Burnham on Sea, Berrow and Highbridge Medical Centres) and Burnham on Sea War Memorial Hospital (MIU) in Somerset.

In this exciting role, you'll be responsible for delivering high quality care from first presentation through to assessment, diagnosis, treatment and follow up.

You'll manage patients with minor illness, minor injuries, and a range of acute presentations, using your advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills to make safe, effective decisions.

You'll be a confident critical thinker, able to independently assess and manage minor trauma and injury, while working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, patient focused care in line with local policy and clinical best practice.

If you're passionate about providing expert autonomous care, thrive in a fast paced environment, and enjoy working as part of a supportive and forward thinking team -we would love to hear from you!

This vacancy consists of 39.5 hours which can be split into either full or part time hours - please make this known when applying.

The pay rate for this role is £31.75 per hour.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 11th October 2026.

Main duties of the job

You will be an experienced ECP (prescribing Nurse or Paramedic) who, acting within their professional boundaries, will provide care for the presenting patient from initial history taking, clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and evaluation of care. This includes patients presenting with minor illness and minor injuries within both general practice and a Minor Injury Unit setting.

They will demonstrate safe clinical decision making and expert care, including advanced assessment and diagnostic skills, for patients within general practice and the Minor Injury Unit. The post holder will demonstrate critical thinking in the clinical decision making process and will be competent in the assessment and management of acute presentations, minor trauma and injury.

They will work collaboratively with the general practice and Minor Injury Unit teams to meet the needs of patients, supporting the delivery of policy and procedures.

About us

Established in 2016, Symphony Healthcare Services (Symphony) provides NHS primary care provision across 21 sites within Somerset, linked to 14 general practice contracts. The organisation cares for approximately 132,000 patients and employs around 600 staff.

Symphony is a subsidiary of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and manages its services through the support of a central team (including HR, finance, corporate and operational governance).

Providing NHS services is at the heart of what we do. Specifically, our vision is to be at the forefront of sustainable, high quality general practice, collaborating with our communities to improve experiences and health outcomes. We work closely with our practice teams to grow, enhance, and transform our services for the benefit of patients and staff.

Symphony welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups. When undertaking recruitment and selection for our services, Symphony is committed to equality opportunity for all.

Symphony offers an NHS or NEST Pension, a fantastic range of employee benefits and salary sacrifice schemes (see attached poster), along with flexible working from day of employment and an agile approach to hybrid working (where applicable).

We look forward to hearing from you and receiving your application.

Job summary

Are you an experienced Sonographer looking for an opportunity to work within a supportive, forward-thinking ultrasound team? We are seeking a highly skilled Advanced Practitioner Sonographer to join our Diagnostic Imaging Department at Yeovil Hospital.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-quality, patient-centred ultrasound service, delivering a broad range of diagnostic examinations while working alongside multidisciplinary teams across Somerset.

As an Advanced Practitioner Sonographer, you will undertake and independently report on a wide variety of ultrasound examinations, providing expert diagnostic information that directly influences patient care and clinical decision-making. You will work closely with radiologists, consultants, obstetricians, midwives, GPs and other healthcare professionals to ensure the highest standards of patient care.

The role is primarily based within the Ultrasound Department at Yeovil Hospital, with regular sessions delivered across peripheral hospitals and community clinic locations.

Main duties of the job

• Independently perform and report a wide range of ultrasound examinations.
• Undertake obstetric, gynaecological and general medical ultrasound scanning.
• Contribute to fetal anomaly screening services.
• Communicate complex and sensitive information to patients with empathy and professionalism.
• Provide specialist advice to clinicians regarding imaging findings and appropriate investigations.
• Support the day-to-day running of the ultrasound service.
• Participate in teaching, mentoring and supervision of students and colleagues.
• Support service improvement, audit activities and departmental development.
• Participate in weekend and Bank Holiday ultrasound services as required.

This role offers the chance to make a genuine difference to patients every day. You'll work with advanced ultrasound technology, contribute directly to patient diagnosis and care pathways, and be part of a service that values innovation, learning and excellence.

If you are an enthusiastic Sonographer looking to develop your career within a supportive NHS environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us deliver exceptional diagnostic care across Somerset.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Symphony Healthcare Services are looking for a Patient Services Advisor to join the team at Warwick House Medical Centre, Taunton.

You will be required to provide administration and reception duties for the practice, dealing with patients, clinical staff and colleagues in an efficient and polite manner. You will also be required to receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional and undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice in accordance with agreed procedures, protocols and timescales.

This role consists of 30 hours per week, working Monday-Friday.

The pay rate for this role is £13.09 per hour.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 13th October 2026.

Main duties of the job

You will also be required to:

• Identify and book appointments and home visits in line with practice protocols, including cross-organisation bookings
• Search for, register if necessary and book onto the computer system patients as they present at the desk
• Deal with enquiries, signposting and requests, either face to face or over the telephone from a variety of external sources, such as patients, relatives, clinical team, hospital, pathology, and work colleagues.
• Deal with distressed/aggressive patients safely and appropriately as they present at the desk or over the telephone
• Be able to prioritise patients in need of urgent medical attention who present to reception in person or telephone in and direct them to the correct clinical intervention/appointment
• Deal with requests from patients and GPs for emergency calls, following protocol and dialling 999 as required
• Maintain an overview of the waiting areas, informing patients of any known delays and ensuring the area remains in a neat and tidy condition

About us

Established in 2016, Symphony Healthcare Services (Symphony) provides NHS primary care provision across 21 sites within Somerset, linked to 14 general practice contracts. The organisation cares for approximately 132,000 patients and employs around 600 staff.

Symphony is a subsidiary of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and manages its services through the support of a central team (including HR, finance, corporate and operational governance).

Providing NHS services is at the heart of what we do. Specifically, our vision is to be at the forefront of sustainable, high quality general practice, collaborating with our communities to improve experiences and health outcomes. We work closely with our practice teams to grow, enhance, and transform our services for the benefit of patients and staff.

Symphony welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups. When undertaking recruitment and selection for our services, Symphony is committed to equality opportunity for all.

Symphony offers an NHS or NEST Pension, a fantastic range of employee benefits and salary sacrifice schemes (see attached poster), along with flexible working from day of employment and an agile approach to hybrid working (where applicable).

We look forward to hearing from you and receiving your application.

Job summary

Clinical Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology (ST5+ level)

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic Clinical Fellow in Gynaecological Oncology to join our specialist team at Musgrove Park Hospital.

This post is an excellent opportunity for a senior O&G trainee or post-CCT doctor to develop advanced gynaecological oncology skills before progressing to subspecialty training or a future specialist consultant role. Suitable for doctors working at ST5+ level, the fellowship offers experience beyond that available in many standard SITM posts.

You will gain extensive exposure to gynaecological oncology and advanced laparoscopic surgery, alongside training in colposcopy, outpatient hysteroscopy and vulval disease. Duties include ward rounds, outpatient clinics and theatre lists within a supportive multidisciplinary oncology team.

One day each week is protected for professional development, including research, audit and healthcare improvement, with opportunities for improvement-methodology training, teaching and mentoring.

The department has a strong record of supporting fellows progressing to gynaecological oncology subspecialty training, with previous fellows securing SST posts.

The post is based on a 48-hour working week, including extended theatre days, with no O&G on-call commitment.

Applicants should be clinically competent at ST5+ level and hold full GMC registration with a licence to practice.

Main duties of the job

Healthcare improvement and teaching duties:

To take part in healthcare improvement work within the gynaecological oncology department, supported by training from a local quality improvement team with a formal training programme or the option of a formal MSc via the University of Exeter (https://www.exeter.ac.uk/postgraduate/taught/medicine/) with extension to MD possible.

To teach and mentor groups more junior resident doctors with their own healthcare improvement projects, as part of the hospital healthcare improvement network.

To teach GPVTS trainees and O&G resident Drs who come through the department.

Opportunity to engage with and develop research projects within the department.

Clinical duties

To receive training in and maintain a clinical service in colposcopy and outpatient hysteroscopy for investigation of post-menopausal bleeding.

To receive training in and maintain a clinical service in gynaecological oncology surgery and advanced laparoscopic surgery.

To participate in ward rounds, outpatient clinics and theatre lists.

To be aware of, and comply with, the Trust's policies and procedures relating to Clinical Governance and Health & Safety at work, and ensure that their requirements, along with nationally recognised professional standards, are incorporated into clinical practice.

To undertake all necessary administrative duties associated with the care of his/her patients.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Symphony Healthcare Services are recruiting for Healthcare Assistants to be based at our Symphony North practices (Burnham on Sea, Berrow & Highbridge Medical Centres) and Burnham on Sea War Memorial Hospital (MIU) in Somerset, with the flexibility to work full or part time covering the hours of 08:00 to 20:00.

You'll be a confident, able to independently support and manage patients, while working collaboratively with our multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, patient focused care.

We have various hours vacant - so full-time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered - please state your preference in your application.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 11th October 2026.

Main duties of the job

Working under the supervision of the Nurse Manager and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the Healthcare Assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.

The post-holder will also work within the Minor Injuries Unit, supporting the Emergency Care Practitioner and Primary Care Practitioner in the assessment and management of patients presenting with minor injuries and urgent primary care needs. The Healthcare Assistant will assist with clinical observations, wound care, patient preparation and general support to ensure safe, effective and timely patient care in accordance with practice protocols and scope of practice.

About us

Established in 2016, Symphony Healthcare Services (Symphony) provides NHS primary care provision across 21 sites within Somerset, linked to 14 general practice contracts. The organisation cares for approximately 132,000 patients and employs around 600 staff.

Symphony is a subsidiary of Somerset NHS Foundation Trust and manages its services through the support of a central team (including HR, finance, corporate and operational governance).

Providing NHS services is at the heart of what we do. Specifically, our vision is to be at the forefront of sustainable, high quality general practice, collaborating with our communities to improve experiences and health outcomes. We work closely with our practice teams to grow, enhance, and transform our services for the benefit of patients and staff.

Symphony welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups. When undertaking recruitment and selection for our services, Symphony is committed to equality opportunity for all.

Symphony offers an NHS or NEST Pension, a fantastic range of employee benefits and salary sacrifice schemes (see attached poster), along with flexible working from day of employment and an agile approach to hybrid working (where applicable).

We look forward to hearing from you and receiving your application.

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Radiology Operational Site Manager to provide operational and professional leadership for Radiology services at Musgrove Park Hospital. The post holder will play a key role within the Radiology Senior Leadership Team, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality imaging services that support excellent patient care and achievement of performance standards

The successful candidate will lead service delivery, workforce management, governance, quality improvement and operational performance across a large multidisciplinary team. They will work collaboratively with clinical and corporate colleagues to continually improve patient pathways, maximise service efficiency and support the strategic development of Radiology services across Somerset. The role includes maintaining a clinical radiography commitment, providing visible leadership and professional expertise within the department.

Main duties of the job

Provide operational leadership and day-to-day management of Radiology services across the designated hospital site and community locations.

Lead and manage a large multidisciplinary workforce, including rota management, recruitment, performance management, staff development and wellbeing.

Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centred imaging services that meet national waiting time targets, quality standards and service performance objectives.

Work as part of the Radiology Senior Leadership Team to develop workforce plans, service strategies and improvement programmes.

Oversee departmental governance, accreditation, policy development, audit activity and compliance with relevant regulatory requirements, including radiation protection legislation.

Manage departmental resources, budgets, equipment replacement programmes and capital investment planning.

Analyse service performance data and implement improvements that enhance patient access, experience and operational efficiency.

Provide visible clinical and professional leadership, maintaining HCPC registration and undertaking a clinical radiography role as part of the post.

Develop strong relationships with clinical services, operational teams and external stakeholders to ensure integrated patient pathways and effective service delivery across Somerset.

Foster a positive, inclusive and supportive culture that reflects Trust values and promotes continuous improvement, innovation and staff engagement.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

We are seeking a motivated Clinical Scientist with experience in DR and Radiation Safety to join the Medical Physics team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust. We welcome applications from candidates nearing registration (within 6 months), experienced Clinical Technologists with a relevant MSc and candidates holding a suitable MSc with relevant professional experience. Successful applicants can be supported through Route 2 or the Clinical Scientist Guided Training Scheme. Candidates not yet registered or not within 6 months of registration will be appointed at a lower band until registered.

We are a new service working in an innovative partnership with Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, offering a supportive, dynamic environment where your contribution is valued, alongside excellent career development opportunities.

The Trust has recently opened the Bridgwater CDC, with 2 CT and 2 MRI scanners, and the Kings Building, a major theatre complex with a Siemens Artis Pheno system and additional theatres. These developments provide exciting opportunities to support new clinical services across an expanding range of imaging and interventional environments.

We have a strong culture of training and development, you'll be encouraged and mentored to grow your scientific and leadership skills. This is an excellent opportunity to join at an exciting stage of growth and help shape the future of medical physics in Somerset.

Interested? Contact us to arrange an informal visit and meet the team.

Main duties of the job

As part of a dedicated team of Clinical Scientists, Clinical Technologists and a Radiation Assurance Manager, you'll play a key role in delivering the specialist clinical and technical services of the department. You'll contribute directly to testing the quality, safety and optimisation of a wide range of highly complex diagnostic and interventional equipment, ensuring patients receive safe, effective care every day.

This role combines hands-on clinical science, problem-solving and innovation, with the chance to work directly with healthcare professionals, engineers, and regulatory bodies to ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care.

If you're looking for a rewarding role where your scientific expertise will directly improve patient outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking individual to join our administration team in the Oncology and Haematology department at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, Somerset.

The successful applicant will be part of a multi-functional team providing outpatient clinic appointments to our patients together with chemotherapy and radiotherapy treatment slots.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for someone who is adaptable and flexible and able to communicate with colleagues and patients on the phone, by letter, email or in person.

The department uses Mosaiq, Maxims, EPRO, Radar and Q Pulse and training will be delivered on all systems.

If you are interested in working in an interesting, fast paced environment, please consider applying.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Ready to take your radiography career up a gear? We're looking for dynamic, forward thinking Band 6 Radiographers to join our expanding cross sectional imaging team -- whether your passion is CT, MRI, or you're excited to develop across both.

This is an incredible time to join us. Alongside our busy acute service at Musgrove Park Hospital, you'll also rotate through our brand new Bridgwater Community Diagnostic Centre, a purpose built hub packed with state of the art scanners, streamlined patient pathways and a genuinely innovative approach to care. It's a fantastic environment to grow your skills, broaden your experience and be part of something fresh and future focused.

You'll deliver high quality imaging, support junior colleagues, and help shape a service that's constantly evolving. In return, you'll work with a friendly, supportive team who value development, collaboration and great patient care. With opportunities to work flexibly, take part in extended hours and oncall, and contribute to imaging across Somerset, this role offers variety, progression and real impact.

If you're motivated, adaptable and excited by modern cross sectional imaging, we'd love to welcome you to our team.

Main duties of the job

Deliver high quality CT and/or MRI imaging, ensuring safe, efficient and patient centred examinations across both Musgrove Park Hospital and the brand new Bridgwater Community Diagnostic Centre.

Rotate through our state of the art CDC, working with the latest scanners and streamlined pathways to support faster diagnosis and improved patient access.

Use advanced clinical skills to plan, perform and adapt a wide range of cross sectional imaging examinations, making real time decisions to optimise image quality.

Cannulate patients and administer contrast safely in line with PGDs and Trust protocols.

Prioritise and coordinate daily workflow, ensuring smooth patient throughput and effective use of scanner time.

Work autonomously within a supportive team, contributing to extended hours and oncall services as required.

Support and mentor junior radiographers, students and support staff, helping to build skills and confidence within the team.

Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, relatives and colleagues, ensuring excellent patient experience throughout the imaging pathway.

Contribute to service development through audit, quality improvement projects and the implementation of best practice.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

The post holder will:

*Assist Physiotherapists in the therapeutic management of patients. This may be 1:1 with a patient or in a group session.

*Assist the Therapists with individual therapy assessments and treatments over a 7-day service.

*Provide delegated Physiotherapy treatment sessions and suggest modifications and/or progressions under the guidance of therapists.

*Promote an enablement approach within the multi-disciplinary team.

*Be responsible for the provision, maintenance and cleaning of therapeutic equipment.

*Support well-being and independence of patients within the acute or intermediate care setting.

*Assist in the administration and clerical duties as required within the therapy team.

*Actively participate in supervision program as both supervisee and supervisor

*To be competent with using a variety of manual handling equipment

Main duties of the job

*To effectively complete and feedback about delegated caseload in a timely manner.

*To ensure professional standards and fitness to work are met.

*To be able to interpret and record clinical observations and determine if patient is safe to participate in therapy.

*To be able to operate appropriate Information and Digital Technology systems to contribute to record keeping and data analysis, under guidance from Trust Policy.

*To be able to understand the role of the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to ensure you advocate for both professions and carry out effective treatment plans.

*To be able to thoroughly gather information including a subjective assessment and information from medical notes and a range of other resources.

*Able to gain consent from a patient with insight into the complexities that this entails.

*To be able to complete, interpret and record basic observations such as blood pressure and to be aware of normal ranges and to escalate as required.

*To be able to complete delegated assessments including outcome measures, falls risk, personal and domestic activities of daily living.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Supporting quality, project work and training for our Soft FM Colleagues and services across Community & Neighbourhood Service Group sites along with providing support and advice to Mental Health and community sites.

The post holder will work as an integral member of the Facilities Team, with specific responsibility for supporting relevant projects, delivering training, ensuring standards of service are maintained across the Community, in conjunction with the larger facilities team. These primary duties will ensure a quality service is delivered to maintain a clean, safe and comfortable environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Main duties of the job

The main elements of the job role are, to support in the delivery of a quality service, across the community sites, ensuring compliance with National Guidance.

To ensure standards are maintained and/or enhanced to raise awareness of any underperforming areas.

The post holder will support in reviewing audit results, supporting the completion of any cleaning, catering, efficacy and departmental audits and actions to improve standards and support the improvement of standards.

Support with the delivery and implementation of internal training, competency-based assessments and British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICS) training to enable safe and effective cleaning and catering services across the community sites.

The role will also include supporting with projects initiatives and the implementation of any new standards or National Guidance across all sites. Including identifying and cost savings, collating of data and supporting with time frames, business cases to drive change forward.

The post holder will support the Facilities Team in maintaining the standards set out by the Trust / Department and Government Guidance.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you passionate about driving quality standards, delivering training and supporting service improvements?

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated and proactive Facilities Quality, Project & Training Officer to join our Facilities Management Team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to make a real difference by supporting the delivery of high-quality cleaning and catering services across our community hospitals and mental health sites.

Working closely with Facilities Managers, clinical teams, Infection Prevention and Control colleagues and operational staff, you will help ensure our environments remain clean, safe and welcoming for patients, visitors and staff.

Main duties of the job

As a Facilities Quality, Project & Training Officer, you will play a key role in:

Supporting the delivery of quality improvement initiatives across Facilities services.

Conducting audits, reviewing performance data and helping implement action plans.

Delivering training, competency assessments and BICS-related learning programmes.

Supporting projects from scoping and data collection through to implementation and evaluation.

Promoting compliance with national standards, including NHS National Standards of Cleanliness, PLACE and Hospital Food Review requirements.

Working collaboratively with operational, clinical and corporate teams to drive continuous improvement.

Producing reports, analysing data and presenting findings to stakeholders.

Supporting the introduction of new systems, equipment, procedures and service developments.

We are looking for someone who can combine strong organisational skills with the ability to influence and engage others.

If you're ready to use your quality, training and project skills to make a tangible difference to patient environments and service standards, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us and help create clean, safe and welcoming environments that support exceptional patient care.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys helping people, and wants to be part of a critical team that keeps the hospital running smoothly? If yes, this is the role for you!

We have the below permanent Portering role within Simply Serve totalling 37.5 hours per week on a rotational 3 week rota.

Week 1 - Monday - Thursday 14:00 - 22:00, Friday 09:30-17:30

Week 2 - Wednesday - Sunday 06:00-14:00

Week 3 - Monday - Tuesday 06:00-14:00, Friday - Sunday 14:00-22:00

Main duties of the job

As a Hospital Porter, you'll play a key role in supporting patient care by transporting patients, equipment, and essential items throughout the hospital. You'll also provide vital support during emergency and security incidents. Some work will be of a routine nature, such as Pharmacy runs, but much of the work is ad-hoc. As many of the tasks involve patient contact, you'll need to have a friendly nature and excellent communications skills and be able to prioritise work according to the needs of the hospital.

This role requires a calm, compassionate, and proactive individual who can multitask and provide excellent service, even under pressure.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Join Our Estates Team and Help Keep Vital NHS Services Running

Are you an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician looking to take the next step into a leadership role?

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a skilled and motivated Electrical Maintenance Technician / Team Leader to join our Estates & Facilities team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a critical role in maintaining the complex infrastructure that supports patient care across our hospitals and community sites.

This position also qualifies for Recruitment and Retention Payment of £3500 per year.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of our Estates service, you will lead a team of electrical craftspeople while undertaking planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, fault finding, installations and improvement projects across a diverse healthcare estate.What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and supporting a team of electrical maintenance craftspeople.
• Carrying out planned, preventative and reactive maintenance on electrical systems and associated engineering plant.
• Diagnosing and resolving faults on complex LV and HV electrical systems, generators, switchgear and other critical infrastructure.
• Supporting minor works, capital projects and service improvements.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, Health Technical Memorandums (HTMs) and Trust policies.
• Supervising contractors and assisting with Permit to Work processes.
• Supporting apprentices and developing team capability through coaching and mentoring.
• Participating in the on-call rota to provide emergency support outside normal working hours.

About us

As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan -- there is truly something for everyone!

Job summary

Are you organised, proactive and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment? Do you take pride in delivering excellent customer service and ensuring everything is in the right place at the right time?

We are looking for a Materials Management Goods-in Co-ordinator / Assistant to join our Procurement and Materials Management team. This is a vital role supporting clinical and non-clinical departments across the hospital by ensuring medical supplies and essential stock are received, managed and delivered efficiently.

Working behind the scenes, you will play a key role in helping our clinical teams provide outstanding patient care by ensuring wards and departments have the supplies they need, when they need them.

Main duties of the job

As a Materials Management Goods-in Co-ordinator / Assistant, you will:

• Receive and process deliveries, ensuring goods arrive undamaged and are accurately receipted.
• Use electronic procurement and stock management systems to process orders and deliveries.
• Deliver goods to wards and departments across the hospital.
• Monitor stock levels and replenish supplies using established materials management processes.
• Carry out regular stock reviews and maintain efficient stock rotation.
• Manage returns, delivery discrepancies and supplier queries.
• Support departments during urgent supply requirements and help resolve stock issues.
• Build strong relationships with clinical teams, suppliers and colleagues across the organisation.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within NHS Procurement and Supply Chain Services. You'll join a supportive team environment where your work directly contributes to the smooth running of hospital services and ultimately supports patient care.

If you are organised, reliable and enjoy working in a role where no two days are the same, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help keep our hospital services moving.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.