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Locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary The successful candidate will participate in a 1 in 10 on-call rota for Labour ward and Gynecology on call.
23 hour(s) ago
Locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary The successful candidate will participate in a 1 in 10 on-call rota for Labour ward and Gynecology on call.
23 hour(s) ago
Children's Speech & Language Therapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Counsellor
Job summary We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant with enthusiasm for and experience of working with children with Speech, Language, and...
1 day(s) ago
Children's Speech & Language Therapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Counsellor
Job summary We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant with enthusiasm for and experience of working with children with Speech, Language, and...
1 day(s) ago
Named Nurse/Professional - Safeguarding Adults
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary The South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust are looking to recruit an experienced Safeguarding Nurse/Professional to join the Safeguar...
2 day(s) ago
Named Nurse/Professional - Safeguarding Adults
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary The South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust are looking to recruit an experienced Safeguarding Nurse/Professional to join the Safeguar...
2 day(s) ago
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Counsellor
Job summary We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our SEND School and Outreach, where the post-holder would be based in Warwi...
2 day(s) ago
Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Counsellor
Job summary We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our SEND School and Outreach, where the post-holder would be based in Warwi...
2 day(s) ago
Consultant Cellular Pathologist
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Medical Specialist
Job summary Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services (CWPS) invites applications for two replacement consultant cellular pathologists to join our forward...
3 day(s) ago
Consultant Cellular Pathologist
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
Medical Specialist
Job summary Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services (CWPS) invites applications for two replacement consultant cellular pathologists to join our forward...
3 day(s) ago
Stores Supervisor
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 31,414 per year
Medical Scientist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of Stores Supervisor within SWFT CS based at Heritage House, at Warwick Hospital.
3 day(s) ago
Stores Supervisor
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 31,414 per year
Medical Scientist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of Stores Supervisor within SWFT CS based at Heritage House, at Warwick Hospital.
3 day(s) ago
Physiotherapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, well-motivated physiotherapy assistants to work as part of our acute medical, surgical and orthopaedic ph...
3 day(s) ago
Physiotherapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, well-motivated physiotherapy assistants to work as part of our acute medical, surgical and orthopaedic ph...
3 day(s) ago
General Surgery Resident Trust Specialist (Higher)
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 67,325 - 76,582 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Trust Grade (Registrar level) in General Surgery Fixed Term 6 Months We are offering a 6 Month (possible extension) Registrar level posts in Gene...
3 day(s) ago
General Surgery Resident Trust Specialist (Higher)
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 67,325 - 76,582 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
Job summary Trust Grade (Registrar level) in General Surgery Fixed Term 6 Months We are offering a 6 Month (possible extension) Registrar level posts in Gene...
3 day(s) ago
Consultant Ophthalmologist (locum) General and Cataracts
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary To deliver out-patient specialist General and cataract services, and day case cataract surgery at South Warwickshire Foundation Trust.
4 day(s) ago
Consultant Ophthalmologist (locum) General and Cataracts
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary To deliver out-patient specialist General and cataract services, and day case cataract surgery at South Warwickshire Foundation Trust.
4 day(s) ago
Locum Consultant in Oncology
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary This is a fixed-term locum post for 3 consultants in Medical Oncology with a special interest in Breast, Gynaecology, Colorectal, Upper GI and Ac...
4 day(s) ago
Locum Consultant in Oncology
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary This is a fixed-term locum post for 3 consultants in Medical Oncology with a special interest in Breast, Gynaecology, Colorectal, Upper GI and Ac...
4 day(s) ago
MDT Team Leader
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Cancer Services Management Team as an MDT Team Leader.
4 day(s) ago
MDT Team Leader
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Cancer Services Management Team as an MDT Team Leader.
4 day(s) ago
MDT Facilitator
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary An interesting and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join Cancer Services at Warwick Hospital...
4 day(s) ago
MDT Facilitator
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary An interesting and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join Cancer Services at Warwick Hospital...
4 day(s) ago
Clinical Support Worker – Acute Services
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 24,465 per year
Support Staff
Job summary We are recruiting Clinical Support Workers to join our nursing teams at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, with a range of oppor...
4 day(s) ago
Clinical Support Worker – Acute Services
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 0 - 24,465 per year
Support Staff
Job summary We are recruiting Clinical Support Workers to join our nursing teams at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, with a range of oppor...
4 day(s) ago
Therapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the North Community Recovery Therapy Team.
4 day(s) ago
Therapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the North Community Recovery Therapy Team.
4 day(s) ago
Mechanical Craftsperson
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 32,131 per year
Grounds and Maintenance Worker
Job summary For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
7 day(s) ago
Mechanical Craftsperson
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 32,131 per year
Grounds and Maintenance Worker
Job summary For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
7 day(s) ago
Consultant Geriatrician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary We are looking for a committed and passionate colleague to support and develop our Acute Frailty Service at Warwick hospital.
7 day(s) ago
Consultant Geriatrician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary We are looking for a committed and passionate colleague to support and develop our Acute Frailty Service at Warwick hospital.
7 day(s) ago
Locum Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology Interest in Fetal Medicine
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary The successful candidate will participate in a 1 in 10 on-call rota for Labour ward and Gynecology on call.
7 day(s) ago
Locum Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology Interest in Fetal Medicine
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Medical Specialist
Job summary The successful candidate will participate in a 1 in 10 on-call rota for Labour ward and Gynecology on call.
7 day(s) ago
Assistant Practitioner - Community Recovery Service Therapy
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Support Staff
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our Community Recovery Service (CRS) - a national frontrunner community discharge programme.
8 day(s) ago
Assistant Practitioner - Community Recovery Service Therapy
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Support Staff
Job summary We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our Community Recovery Service (CRS) - a national frontrunner community discharge programme.
8 day(s) ago
Clinical Triage Clinician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Clinical Nurse Consultant/CNC
Job summary Base - Heathcote House/ Agile Homeworking An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced nurse to join a well-established team working wit...
8 day(s) ago
Clinical Triage Clinician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Clinical Nurse Consultant/CNC
Job summary Base - Heathcote House/ Agile Homeworking An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced nurse to join a well-established team working wit...
8 day(s) ago
Physiotherapist
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary The Rehabilitation and Neurological Physiotherapy Services at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust are seeking an enthusiastic and...
9 day(s) ago
Physiotherapist
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary The Rehabilitation and Neurological Physiotherapy Services at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust are seeking an enthusiastic and...
9 day(s) ago
Receptionist
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,989 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
9 day(s) ago
Receptionist
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 25,989 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
9 day(s) ago
Rotational Pharmacy Technician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Calling all newly qualified &community-based Pharmacy Technicians!
9 day(s) ago
Rotational Pharmacy Technician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary Calling all newly qualified &community-based Pharmacy Technicians!
9 day(s) ago
Pharmacist
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 53,072 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
10 day(s) ago
Pharmacist
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 53,072 per year
Pharmacist
Job summary For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
10 day(s) ago
General Manager
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary Exciting opportunity- 8B General Manager Radiology.
12 day(s) ago
General Manager
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Health Service Manager/Administrator
Job summary Exciting opportunity- 8B General Manager Radiology.
12 day(s) ago
Telephonist - Zero Hours
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 28,484 per year
Medical Specialist
Job summary For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
12 day(s) ago
Telephonist - Zero Hours
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
North East England
GBP 0 - 28,484 per year
Medical Specialist
Job summary For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
12 day(s) ago
Locum Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 23 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2461545
Job summary
The successful candidate will participate in a 1 in 10 on-call rota for Labour ward and Gynecology on call. On call has to be swapped well in advance if there is a need to take Annual or Study leave. Weekends will include Direct Clinical Care sessions with twice daily ward rounds in line with the Ockendon recommendations. The other weeks will have the rest of the clinical sessions and supporting activities when it is expected that annual leave will be taken.
The successful candidate must have extensive experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to work as part of the broad consultant team, with the expectation that further changes will occur in all job plans as the department develops. They will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide continuity of care for patients in this Trust.
Supporting professional activities (SPAs) are expected to be worked on site unless agreed otherwise with the Clinical Director and specified in the job plan. SPAs include administration audit, research, teaching and self-organized Continuing Medical Education (CME).
Main duties of the job
Join the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Consultant team to deliver a first-class service at SWFT and contribute to the development of the services
Support the department in meeting the challenging key performance indicators.
Deliver agreed standards of care and work to achieve 60-hourconsultant presence on delivery suite.
Support delivery of activity targets in partnership with Clinical Commissioning Groups and support service developments, where possible.
Allow flexibility and provide cover for consultant colleagues as appropriate and in accordance with Divisional arrangements and Trust Policy.
Provide professional supervision, direction and training for junior medical staff.
Take an active role in audit, research, bedside and teaching sessions.
To participate in the on-call and night shift rota for Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Participate in plans to lead to cost efficiencies across the Department.
Contribute to the Clinical Governance activities of the Trust to maintain the quality standards of clinical services.
Ensure Continuing Professional Development targets are achieved.
Take part in the revalidation and annual appraisal processes.
Ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
Depending on experience Per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-S1960
Job locations
Obstetrics & Gynaecology H23501
Warwickshire
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The proposed timetable will be based on a 1 in 10 Labour ward week / on call, with relevant clinical activitiescancelled that week. Labour ward week / on call have to be swapped well in advance if there is a need totake Annual, Study leave or professional leave. Weekends will include Direct Clinical Care sessions.The candidate must demonstrate an ability to work as part of the broad consultant team, with theexpectation that further changes will occur in all job plans as the department develops. They will work aspart of a multidisciplinary team to provide continuity of care for patients in this Trust. Applicants should possess the MRCOG or equivalent
General elements of the post will include:To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object of ensuring a high standard of patientcare. To be able to work flexibly, and cross cover for colleagues. To take an active part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training. To contribute to the management of the clinical service and service development. To contribute to the research and development of the department.
Job description Job responsibilities The proposed timetable will be based on a 1 in 10 Labour ward week / on call, with relevant clinical activitiescancelled that week. Labour ward week / on call have to be swapped well in advance if there is a need totake Annual, Study leave or professional leave. Weekends will include Direct Clinical Care sessions.The candidate must demonstrate an ability to work as part of the broad consultant team, with theexpectation that further changes will occur in all job plans as the department develops. They will work aspart of a multidisciplinary team to provide continuity of care for patients in this Trust. Applicants should possess the MRCOG or equivalent General elements of the post will include:To participate in clinical and other service activities with the object of ensuring a high standard of patientcare. To be able to work flexibly, and cross cover for colleagues. To take an active part in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and training. To contribute to the management of the clinical service and service development. To contribute to the research and development of the department.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- ATSMs in advanced labour ward practice or equivalent and any other special interest
- MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification
- Wide range of experience in obstetrics / gynaecology and clinical governance
- Willing to develop new interests within the speciality in line with best practice, ethical guidelines, local agreement and changing priorities for the department
Person Specification Essential Essential Full GMC Registration ATSMs in advanced labour ward practice or equivalent and any other special interest MRCOG or appropriate specialist qualification Wide range of experience in obstetrics / gynaecology and clinical governance Willing to develop new interests within the speciality in line with best practice, ethical guidelines, local agreement and changing priorities for the department
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Obstetrics & Gynaecology H23501
Warwickshire
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Obstetrics & Gynaecology H23501
Warwickshire
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Children's Speech & Language Therapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2461463
Job summary
We are looking for a Speech and Language Therapy Assistant with enthusiasm for and experience of working with children with Speech, Language, and Communication needs with school age children. This role is to work within the mainstream schools team in Warwickshire as part of the SEND reforms (Experts at Hand)
The post holder will be part of a supportive team including other speech and language therapy assistants and speech and language therapists. The role is to deliver treatment following written plans , clearly share skills and information with parents and other professionals within the schools, and to make and disseminate resources. It is a requirement to travel independently to various schools.
Main duties of the job
To provide support to Speech and Language Therapist in the delivery of services in a range of settings to children across Warwickshire.
To deliver packages of care to children across the county.
To develop high quality resources for speech and language therapy interventions.
To supervise less experienced staff.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-FH1261
Job locations
Post will be located at one of the SALT community clinics
SALT clinics in Warwickshire
To be based in one of our main localities across the county
CV21 3SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
To independently undertake and timetable therapy programmes designed and directed by therapists with periodic liaison and direction as agreed.
To be responsible for the organisation and maintenance of therapy resources within the department.
To purchase and maintain technical equipment and library resources, including responsibility for inventories and booking systems.
To provide practical support with technical equipment for SLTs as required, including for meetings, interviews, etc.
To assist SLTs in the preparation and delivery of training packages to other SLTs, education staff, parents/ carers.
To assess childrens response to treatment.
To undertake day to day supervision of less experienced staff.
To organise and catalogue resources for the team.
To design and prepare therapy materials as required, using a variety of methods and materials, including computer-based programmes.
To be responsible for audio-visual equipment, including booking systems and maintenance.
To provide demonstration and training to SALTs in the use of audio-visual equipment.
Independently to prioritise and manage own workload in consultation with Team Co-ordinator.
Undertake individual therapy programmes with children designed by SLTs.
Undertake a range of group therapy programmes in clinic settings, either independently or supporting the therapist.
To demonstrate and advise educational settings on the use of communication support systems and strategies.
Manage childrens behaviour and motivate them to achieve positive therapy outcomes, including children who are challenging or have severe / complex difficulties.
Assess childrens response to treatment and judge when to progress therapy.
To notify SLT if programme is not going to plan and suggest modifications.
To maintain detailed written records of their observations of assessments and therapy sessions for feedback to SLTs.
To use well developed interpersonal skills in order to form productive relationships with families, recognising the need for and ensuring sensitivity and care where there may be emotional stress or there are potential barriers to communication.
To provide routine advice and support related to the therapy programme for parents as appropriate.
To video record / photograph and edit therapy sessions if required
To design and prepare individualised therapy materials (eg. Books, charts, games), using IT, specific software and other media.
To undertake supervision of less appropriately experienced staff.
Professional
To maintain clinical and non-clinical standards and work within the policy frameworks laid down (e.g. N.H.S., Trust, Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, Health Professionals Council) through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes.
To demonstrate ability to reflect on own practice, identify strengths and development needs and achieve goals set for personal and professional development.
To participate in the development of innovative clinical practice through member ship of working teams.
To disseminate newly acquired information to other team members.
To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate.
To participate in clinical supervision in line with Department and Trust policy.
To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible.
To be flexible to the demands of environments including unpredictable work patterns, deadlines and frequent interruptions.
To maintain highest standards of clinical records including up to date and accurate case notes, electronic data entry, recording and report writing in line with professional and Trust guidelines.
To monitor stock levels in own service area and request new equipment as appropriate.
To be responsible for the security, care and transporting of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients.
To organise suitable accommodation in clinics / schools.
To organise and transport treatment equipment required to work in locations. These may be unwieldy / heavy / bulky.
To work within a wide range of locations requiring careful calculation of driving time according to traffic and weather conditions in planning efficient work schedules.
To work within a wide range of environments with differing demands and expectation requiring the ability to modify personal and social approaches as required by environment.
To maintain the concentration required despite distractions.
Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To independently undertake and timetable therapy programmes designed and directed by therapists with periodic liaison and direction as agreed. To be responsible for the organisation and maintenance of therapy resources within the department. To purchase and maintain technical equipment and library resources, including responsibility for inventories and booking systems. To provide practical support with technical equipment for SLTs as required, including for meetings, interviews, etc. To assist SLTs in the preparation and delivery of training packages to other SLTs, education staff, parents/ carers. To assess childrens response to treatment. To undertake day to day supervision of less experienced staff. To organise and catalogue resources for the team. To design and prepare therapy materials as required, using a variety of methods and materials, including computer-based programmes. To be responsible for audio-visual equipment, including booking systems and maintenance. To provide demonstration and training to SALTs in the use of audio-visual equipment. Independently to prioritise and manage own workload in consultation with Team Co-ordinator. Undertake individual therapy programmes with children designed by SLTs. Undertake a range of group therapy programmes in clinic settings, either independently or supporting the therapist. To demonstrate and advise educational settings on the use of communication support systems and strategies. Manage childrens behaviour and motivate them to achieve positive therapy outcomes, including children who are challenging or have severe / complex difficulties. Assess childrens response to treatment and judge when to progress therapy. To notify SLT if programme is not going to plan and suggest modifications. To maintain detailed written records of their observations of assessments and therapy sessions for feedback to SLTs. To use well developed interpersonal skills in order to form productive relationships with families, recognising the need for and ensuring sensitivity and care where there may be emotional stress or there are potential barriers to communication. To provide routine advice and support related to the therapy programme for parents as appropriate. To video record / photograph and edit therapy sessions if required To design and prepare individualised therapy materials (eg. Books, charts, games), using IT, specific software and other media. To undertake supervision of less appropriately experienced staff. Professional To maintain clinical and non-clinical standards and work within the policy frameworks laid down (e.g. N.H.S., Trust, Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists, Health Professionals Council) through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes. To demonstrate ability to reflect on own practice, identify strengths and development needs and achieve goals set for personal and professional development. To participate in the development of innovative clinical practice through member ship of working teams. To disseminate newly acquired information to other team members. To be accountable for own professional action and recognise own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate. To participate in clinical supervision in line with Department and Trust policy. To deal with initial complaints sensitively, avoiding escalation where possible. To be flexible to the demands of environments including unpredictable work patterns, deadlines and frequent interruptions. To maintain highest standards of clinical records including up to date and accurate case notes, electronic data entry, recording and report writing in line with professional and Trust guidelines. To monitor stock levels in own service area and request new equipment as appropriate. To be responsible for the security, care and transporting of equipment ensuring standards of infection control and safety are maintained including equipment loaned to clients. To organise suitable accommodation in clinics / schools. To organise and transport treatment equipment required to work in locations. These may be unwieldy / heavy / bulky. To work within a wide range of locations requiring careful calculation of driving time according to traffic and weather conditions in planning efficient work schedules. To work within a wide range of environments with differing demands and expectation requiring the ability to modify personal and social approaches as required by environment. To maintain the concentration required despite distractions.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- IT skills
- Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent
- Minimum Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent such as Higher Apprenticeship or willingness to work towards attaining it
- Care Certificate or willingness to work towards attaining it
Desirable
- PCIT/ACIT training.
- Basic Makaton.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working with children with communication difficulties.
- Significant Knowledge and experience of using IT software to create high-quality resources.
- Experience of working with Speech & Language Therapists supporting children with a range of communication needs.
- Experience of working with groups of children.
- Experience of supervising other staff in the workplace
- Experience of preparing activities and materials appropriate for children
- Demonstrate a basic understanding of child development
- Demonstrate knowledge of behaviour management techniques
- Experience of developing systems/processes for use by others
Desirable
- Experience of training others
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate knowledge of speech and Language therapy procedures.
- Demonstrate well-developed communication skills and an ability to match communication skills and content to the needs of the situation.
- Demonstrate good time management and organisational skills
- Demonstrate good prioritisation skills.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the attributes for team and collaborative working.
- Demonstrate good presentation skills (written, verbal and using IT).
- Demonstrate knowledge of verbal vs non-verbal communication.
- Plan and prepare therapy activities to support the targets set by the therapist: group or individual
- Feedback progress to the therapist accurately with a good understanding of the factors that may be affecting progress
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills: able to adapt language to overcome barriers to understanding with children or families with communication difficulties.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal abilities - observing, listening, diplomacy, sensitivity and empathy.
- Demonstrate problem solving and negotiation abilities taking account of others perspectives and expectations.
- Demonstrate an ability to work independently.
- Demonstrate a realistic sense of own limitations and professional development needs
- Demonstrate ability to motivate children.
- Demonstrate adaptability and ability to work flexibly.
- Monitors stock levels and will make necessary requests for purchases
- Ability to work to tight deadlines.
- Flexibility of working in a number of environments with a number of Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals
- Supervises others carrying out programmes
- Able to deal with distressing or emotional circumstances as they occur.
Other
Essential
- Car driver and current licence holder
- Police Check
- Pass Occupational Health Check
- Able to carry equipment and adapt to a range of physical environments and demands.
- Light physical effort required to sit on floor or small furniture in school and to carry equipment.
- Frequent need for travel between settings
Person Specification Qualifications Essential IT skills Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent Minimum Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent such as Higher Apprenticeship or willingness to work towards attaining it Care Certificate or willingness to work towards attaining it Desirable PCIT/ACIT training. Basic Makaton. Experience Essential Significant experience of working with children with communication difficulties. Significant Knowledge and experience of using IT software to create high-quality resources. Experience of working with Speech & Language Therapists supporting children with a range of communication needs. Experience of working with groups of children. Experience of supervising other staff in the workplace Experience of preparing activities and materials appropriate for children Demonstrate a basic understanding of child development Demonstrate knowledge of behaviour management techniques Experience of developing systems/processes for use by others Desirable Experience of training others Skills Essential Demonstrate knowledge of speech and Language therapy procedures. Demonstrate well-developed communication skills and an ability to match communication skills and content to the needs of the situation. Demonstrate good time management and organisational skills Demonstrate good prioritisation skills. Demonstrate an understanding of the attributes for team and collaborative working. Demonstrate good presentation skills (written, verbal and using IT). Demonstrate knowledge of verbal vs non-verbal communication. Plan and prepare therapy activities to support the targets set by the therapist: group or individual Feedback progress to the therapist accurately with a good understanding of the factors that may be affecting progress Personal Qualities Essential Excellent communication skills: able to adapt language to overcome barriers to understanding with children or families with communication difficulties. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal abilities - observing, listening, diplomacy, sensitivity and empathy. Demonstrate problem solving and negotiation abilities taking account of others perspectives and expectations. Demonstrate an ability to work independently. Demonstrate a realistic sense of own limitations and professional development needs Demonstrate ability to motivate children. Demonstrate adaptability and ability to work flexibly. Monitors stock levels and will make necessary requests for purchases Ability to work to tight deadlines. Flexibility of working in a number of environments with a number of Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals Supervises others carrying out programmes Able to deal with distressing or emotional circumstances as they occur. Other Essential Car driver and current licence holder Police Check Pass Occupational Health Check Able to carry equipment and adapt to a range of physical environments and demands. Light physical effort required to sit on floor or small furniture in school and to carry equipment. Frequent need for travel between settings
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).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Post will be located at one of the SALT community clinics
SALT clinics in Warwickshire
To be based in one of our main localities across the county
CV21 3SR
United Kingdom
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South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Post will be located at one of the SALT community clinics
SALT clinics in Warwickshire
To be based in one of our main localities across the county
CV21 3SR
United Kingdom
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Named Nurse/Professional - Safeguarding Adults
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2456044
Job summary
The South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust are looking to recruit an experienced Safeguarding Nurse/Professional to join the Safeguarding Team. They will need to be enthusiastic , energetic and passionate about safeguarding in line with the Trust's Think Family approach and have experience of working with adults and children
The post holder will expected to have an in depth knowledge of the Care Act 2014, Mental Capacity Act 2005, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and Domestic Abuse Act 2021
This role is based across two locations, South Warwickshire University Foundation NHS Trust and the George Eliot Hospital. The post holder will be expected to divide their time across both.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work collaboratively with the Safeguarding Team, and other agencies to ensure that the organisation meets its safeguarding adult's responsibilities and those adults with care and support needs are effectively safeguarded.
The post holder will provide expert advice, support, training and safeguarding adult supervision to health staff across the organisation.
The post holder will contribute to effective multi-agency partnership working arrangements for safeguarding adults with care and support needs.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC.
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is one of the top performing organisations within the NHS. Our staff think this is a great place to work and we hope you will agree.We have recently been rated as 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) following our most recent inspection
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
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We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-FH1176-B
Job locations
Acorn House
Coventry Road
Warwick
CV34 4RT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Functions:
To ensure that Local Safeguarding Adult Board and West Midlands Policy and procedures, internal health procedures are known, understood and followed by Trust staff.
To provide leadership, expert advice and support on safeguarding adult matters to all health professionals. This includes:
To offer guidance, advice support and supervision of safeguarding adults to all staff involved in adult safeguarding work.
To support and empower staff to contribute autonomously to safeguarding adult meetings
The planning, delivery and evaluation of safeguarding adults and children training for staff across the Trust in conjunction with Local Safeguarding Adult and Children Boards and the Trust Learning and Development Unit.
Disseminate and lead on Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) across the Trust to ensure that there is a clear understanding of capacity and how this can impact on safeguarding functions.
Ensure appropriate processes in place to monitor Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) and monitor and support notification compliance to Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCG).
Lead on and act as an expert for the Trust on the Mental Health Act (2005) ensuring policies and procedures are in place to ensure compliance with the act.
To support the Trust in its responsibilities towards safeguarding adults in line with legislation and current government policy. This includes participation in multi-agency learning and improvement frameworks through the writing of scoping and independent management reports for Safeguarding Adult Reviews and Domestic Homicide Reviews..
The provision of reports to the Trust Corporate Governance team and Trust Safeguarding Operational Group as required.
To work effectively within an adult and childrens safeguarding team to promote the Think Family model across the Trust
To implement local recommendations on practice arising from Safeguarding Adult Reviews, Safeguarding Childrens Reviews and Domestic Homicide Reviews.
To build effective key relationships with the Designated and Named Health professionals across the health economy and to work in partnership with other agencies involved with protecting adults and children.
To work collaboratively with partner agencies, including the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), in safeguarding adults and children and their carers who may be subject to domestic abuse.
To adhere at all times to the principles of Information Sharing to safeguard children and adults.
To lead and participate in clinical audit as required both nationally and via trust audit programmes and through the Local Safeguarding Adult Board.
Line Management Responsibilities:
To provide leadership to colleagues within the Safeguarding Team administrative and secretarial staff, and guide on specific areas of work, as required.
Job description Job responsibilities Main Functions: To ensure that Local Safeguarding Adult Board and West Midlands Policy and procedures, internal health procedures are known, understood and followed by Trust staff. To provide leadership, expert advice and support on safeguarding adult matters to all health professionals. This includes: To offer guidance, advice support and supervision of safeguarding adults to all staff involved in adult safeguarding work. To support and empower staff to contribute autonomously to safeguarding adult meetings The planning, delivery and evaluation of safeguarding adults and children training for staff across the Trust in conjunction with Local Safeguarding Adult and Children Boards and the Trust Learning and Development Unit. Disseminate and lead on Mental Capacity Act 2005 (MCA) across the Trust to ensure that there is a clear understanding of capacity and how this can impact on safeguarding functions. Ensure appropriate processes in place to monitor Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DOLS) and monitor and support notification compliance to Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCG). Lead on and act as an expert for the Trust on the Mental Health Act (2005) ensuring policies and procedures are in place to ensure compliance with the act. To support the Trust in its responsibilities towards safeguarding adults in line with legislation and current government policy. This includes participation in multi-agency learning and improvement frameworks through the writing of scoping and independent management reports for Safeguarding Adult Reviews and Domestic Homicide Reviews.. The provision of reports to the Trust Corporate Governance team and Trust Safeguarding Operational Group as required. To work effectively within an adult and childrens safeguarding team to promote the Think Family model across the Trust To implement local recommendations on practice arising from Safeguarding Adult Reviews, Safeguarding Childrens Reviews and Domestic Homicide Reviews. To build effective key relationships with the Designated and Named Health professionals across the health economy and to work in partnership with other agencies involved with protecting adults and children. To work collaboratively with partner agencies, including the Multi Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH), in safeguarding adults and children and their carers who may be subject to domestic abuse. To adhere at all times to the principles of Information Sharing to safeguard children and adults. To lead and participate in clinical audit as required both nationally and via trust audit programmes and through the Local Safeguarding Adult Board. Line Management Responsibilities: To provide leadership to colleagues within the Safeguarding Team administrative and secretarial staff, and guide on specific areas of work, as required.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- RN/ RMHN/ /Specialist Community Public health Nurse/ Social Worker or equivalent experience
- Teaching qualification or equivalent experience.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adults with care and support needs
- Experience of complex safeguarding work
- Experience of working within a safeguarding team
- Experience of managing own workload
- Experience of working autonomously
Desirable
- Five years recent post qualification experience
Skills
Essential
- Must have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral, written communication report writing and presentation skills.
- Must be able to demonstrate ability to work confidently in a multi-agency environment.
- Must demonstrate effective concise and clear decision making skills that empower and support staff.
- Must be able to work autonomously
- Must demonstrate effective training skills, be able to prepare deliver and evaluate training relating to safeguarding adults and families.
- Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of Clinical Governance Framework.
- Evidence of continued professional development in safeguarding adults and associated risk assessments.
- Understanding of current legislation and guidance relating to safeguarding adults and the Think family agenda.
- Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all aspects of the work of the department.
- Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of equal opportunities.
- Must be able to demonstrate experience in providing safeguarding supervision.
Desirable
- Must be IT literate with an ability to navigate numerous systems or be prepared to undertake training
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Must have the ability to work as part of a team.
- Must be able to influence and motivate others.
- Must be able to demonstrate negotiation skills
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills
- Must be flexible to meet the needs of the service
Other Job requirements
Essential
- Must be a non-smoker whilst on duty
- Must have access to independent transport
- Must be willing to undertake Disclosure Barring Service to enhanced level
- Must be legally entitled to work in the UK
Person Specification Qualification Essential RN/ RMHN/ /Specialist Community Public health Nurse/ Social Worker or equivalent experience Teaching qualification or equivalent experience. Experience Essential Experience of working with adults with care and support needs Experience of complex safeguarding work Experience of working within a safeguarding team Experience of managing own workload Experience of working autonomously Desirable Five years recent post qualification experience Skills Essential Must have excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills. Excellent oral, written communication report writing and presentation skills. Must be able to demonstrate ability to work confidently in a multi-agency environment. Must demonstrate effective concise and clear decision making skills that empower and support staff. Must be able to work autonomously Must demonstrate effective training skills, be able to prepare deliver and evaluate training relating to safeguarding adults and families. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of Clinical Governance Framework. Evidence of continued professional development in safeguarding adults and associated risk assessments. Understanding of current legislation and guidance relating to safeguarding adults and the Think family agenda. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all aspects of the work of the department. Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of equal opportunities. Must be able to demonstrate experience in providing safeguarding supervision. Desirable Must be IT literate with an ability to navigate numerous systems or be prepared to undertake training Personal Qualities Essential Must have the ability to work as part of a team. Must be able to influence and motivate others. Must be able to demonstrate negotiation skills Must have excellent interpersonal skills Must be flexible to meet the needs of the service Other Job requirements Essential Must be a non-smoker whilst on duty Must have access to independent transport Must be willing to undertake Disclosure Barring Service to enhanced level Must be legally entitled to work in the UK
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Acorn House
Coventry Road
Warwick
CV34 4RT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Acorn House
Coventry Road
Warwick
CV34 4RT
United Kingdom
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Specialist Speech and Language Therapist
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 2 day(s) ago
Reference: 2455695
Job summary
We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our SEND School and Outreach, where the post-holder would be based in Warwickshire's generic special schools spending along with other SLT colleagues and members of the multi-disciplinary team. There will also be opportunities to provide an outreach service to other educational provisions. Being qualified to or working towards holding a dysphagia caseload is desirable.
Location in Warwickshire is the south of the county (Warwick, Leamington, Stratford), however we are a county-wide team and so staff preferences with location can be taken into account.
The post-holder should have enthusiasm for and experience of working with children with Speech, Language, and Communication needs, including those with an associated learning difficulty and/or other diagnoses. This post gives opportunity to develop leadership as well as clinical skills.
The post holder will be part of a supportive team including a lead SLT for the designated school. Access to supervision and CPD is provided.
Main duties of the job
To independently assess and manage the speech, language and communication needs of children attending special schools in Warwickshire.
To deliver training to parents, school staff and other professionals
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Job share
Reference number
203-FH1260
Job locations
SALT - Special Schools Team
Acorn House
Warwick
CV34 4RT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
To exercise full responsibility and autonomy for a highly complex caseload of children with special needs aged 3 19 years attending special schools with a wide range of speech language and communication disorders and / or Dysphagia needs, seeking support from the lead clinician for the special school as needed.
To use highly developed interpersonal skills to:
- facilitate communication so that the needs of the child and family are central to the clinical process
- play a pivotal role in ensuring effective joint working for children with communication difficulties and their families
To prioritise own caseload and manage own complex workload effectively and efficiently.
To use specialist knowledge to assess, analyse and diagnose speech, language, communication disorders in children with highly complex learning and medical conditions and syndromes using specialist knowledge to select appropriate formal and informal assessments including standardised psychometric tests and skilled observation. This requires a high level of concentration and analytical skills.
To use specialist knowledge to assess, analyse and diagnose dysphagia needs seeking supervision as determined by the clinicians established dysphagia competency level.
To formulate a differential diagnosis and a detailed individual management plan based upon analysis of assessment finding, case history, medical knowledge of conditions and syndromes and environmental factors, taking into account research evidence and best practise.
Independently to formulate detailed patient management plans according to individual need, using assessment findings and case histories, and involving careful negotiation with carers, clients and other professionals.
To negotiate with parents / carers, education staff and other professionals to agree appropriate Outcomes and management for the individual which may include any combination of the following.
Therapeutic intervention with children either individually or in groups.
Groups run jointly with teachers and teaching assistants (TAs) or other professionals
Programmes jointly planned and implemented with Teaching staff, or other professionals.
Directing and supporting others in carrying out individual programmes e.g. parents, TAs, Speech and Language Therapy Assistants.
Providing advice on curriculum differentiation through Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and regular liaison with Teachers.
Providing advice on specific strategies to employ in the home, preschool setting or classroom.
Advising referral to other professionals where indicated.
To evaluate and make decisions about therapy options taking into account the child and familys aspirations , learning style and curriculum requirements.
To formulate a detailed individual management plan based upon relevant research and best practice.
To recognise potential conflict or breakdown in the above process and use negotiation and problem solving skills to reach agreement.
To manage the behaviour of children with complex needs and motivate them to achieve positive therapy outcomes, including children who are challenging or have severe / complex difficulties.
To provide expertise and advice to enable others to facilitate the effective and appropriate provision of care of individual children.
To communicate complex and specialist information to others by way of written reports, programmes and face to face discussions, adapting own communication style and content to the needs of the situation.
To liaise with other professionals and teams in a consultative capacity in relation to management of individual children and attend and contribute to meetings involving parents and other professionals e.g. case conferences.
To use specialist knowledge of communication disorders and to recognise and manage emotional needs of client / carer when imparting distressing information.
To contribute Assessment advice and reviews of Education, Health & Care Plans as required by the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice 2014.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities:
To exercise full responsibility and autonomy for a highly complex caseload of children with special needs aged 3 19 years attending special schools with a wide range of speech language and communication disorders and / or Dysphagia needs, seeking support from the lead clinician for the special school as needed.
To use highly developed interpersonal skills to:
- facilitate communication so that the needs of the child and family are central to the clinical process
- play a pivotal role in ensuring effective joint working for children with communication difficulties and their families
To prioritise own caseload and manage own complex workload effectively and efficiently.
To use specialist knowledge to assess, analyse and diagnose speech, language, communication disorders in children with highly complex learning and medical conditions and syndromes using specialist knowledge to select appropriate formal and informal assessments including standardised psychometric tests and skilled observation. This requires a high level of concentration and analytical skills.
To use specialist knowledge to assess, analyse and diagnose dysphagia needs seeking supervision as determined by the clinicians established dysphagia competency level.
To formulate a differential diagnosis and a detailed individual management plan based upon analysis of assessment finding, case history, medical knowledge of conditions and syndromes and environmental factors, taking into account research evidence and best practise.
Independently to formulate detailed patient management plans according to individual need, using assessment findings and case histories, and involving careful negotiation with carers, clients and other professionals.
To negotiate with parents / carers, education staff and other professionals to agree appropriate Outcomes and management for the individual which may include any combination of the following.
Therapeutic intervention with children either individually or in groups.
Groups run jointly with teachers and teaching assistants (TAs) or other professionals
Programmes jointly planned and implemented with Teaching staff, or other professionals.
Directing and supporting others in carrying out individual programmes e.g. parents, TAs, Speech and Language Therapy Assistants.
Providing advice on curriculum differentiation through Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and regular liaison with Teachers.
Providing advice on specific strategies to employ in the home, preschool setting or classroom.
Advising referral to other professionals where indicated.
To evaluate and make decisions about therapy options taking into account the child and familys aspirations , learning style and curriculum requirements.
To formulate a detailed individual management plan based upon relevant research and best practice.
To recognise potential conflict or breakdown in the above process and use negotiation and problem solving skills to reach agreement.
To manage the behaviour of children with complex needs and motivate them to achieve positive therapy outcomes, including children who are challenging or have severe / complex difficulties.
To provide expertise and advice to enable others to facilitate the effective and appropriate provision of care of individual children.
To communicate complex and specialist information to others by way of written reports, programmes and face to face discussions, adapting own communication style and content to the needs of the situation.
To liaise with other professionals and teams in a consultative capacity in relation to management of individual children and attend and contribute to meetings involving parents and other professionals e.g. case conferences.
To use specialist knowledge of communication disorders and to recognise and manage emotional needs of client / carer when imparting distressing information.
To contribute Assessment advice and reviews of Education, Health & Care Plans as required by the Children and Families Act 2014 and SEND Code of Practice 2014.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree or equivalent
- Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Health Professionals Council Registration
- Evidence of successful completion of Specialist short courses related to children with communication difficulties, to include: Parent-Child Interaction or Hanen Therapy; Makaton signing; Derbyshire Language Scheme; TEACCH; PECS; SCERTS; Communication Aids Courses
Desirable
- Post Basic Dysphagia qualification (or be prepared to complete training at this level)
Experience
Essential
- Paediatric experience post registration including working with children who have learning / physical difficulties, including: Autism; Children using non-verbal forms of communication; Eating and drinking difficulties
- Experience of using Parent Child Interaction Therapy and / or Hanen Therapy
- Experience of working as part of a team within an educational setting
- Experience of training staff
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate well established knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group(s) including: Functional Communication; Eating and drinking difficulties; Non-verbal forms of communication; Language and sound system analysis; Proficient in using Makaton signing
- Demonstrate an ability to analyse and interpret the complex information from assessment in the light of the child's other strengths and weaknesses, home environment and educational setting in order to devise a management plan
- Demonstrate knowledge of developmental and medical conditions which may occur in the client group and the effect on SLC (e.g. Down Syndrome, Autism)
- Demonstrate knowledge of education legislation, frameworks and curriculum
- Demonstrate good presentation skills, verbal and written, including computer generated materials e.g. Power Point
- Demonstrate well-developed communication skills and an ability to match communication style and content to the needs of the situation
- Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Demonstrate good concentration skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal abilities - observation, listening, diplomacy, sensitivity
- Demonstrate good time management and organisation abilities
- Demonstrate problem solving and negotiation abilities, taking account of others perspectives and expectations
- Demonstrate an ability to work independently
- Demonstrates a realistic sense of own limitations and professional development needs
- Able to motivate young children
- Demonstrate flexibility / adaptability
Other
Essential
- Car driver
- Lone working
- To work flexibly to the demands of the working environment including unpredictable work patterns i.e. evening working, tight deadlines and frequent interruptions to routine
- To deal with unpleasant conditions related to client contact e.g. exposure to saliva, vomit / sputum and other bodily fluids
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree or equivalent
- Registered member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Health Professionals Council Registration
- Evidence of successful completion of Specialist short courses related to children with communication difficulties, to include: Parent-Child Interaction or Hanen Therapy; Makaton signing; Derbyshire Language Scheme; TEACCH; PECS; SCERTS; Communication Aids Courses
Desirable
- Post Basic Dysphagia qualification (or be prepared to complete training at this level)
Experience
Essential
- Paediatric experience post registration including working with children who have learning / physical difficulties, including: Autism; Children using non-verbal forms of communication; Eating and drinking difficulties
- Experience of using Parent Child Interaction Therapy and / or Hanen Therapy
- Experience of working as part of a team within an educational setting
- Experience of training staff
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate well established knowledge of assessment tools relevant to the client group(s) including: Functional Communication; Eating and drinking difficulties; Non-verbal forms of communication; Language and sound system analysis; Proficient in using Makaton signing
- Demonstrate an ability to analyse and interpret the complex information from assessment in the light of the child's other strengths and weaknesses, home environment and educational setting in order to devise a management plan
- Demonstrate knowledge of developmental and medical conditions which may occur in the client group and the effect on SLC (e.g. Down Syndrome, Autism)
- Demonstrate knowledge of education legislation, frameworks and curriculum
- Demonstrate good presentation skills, verbal and written, including computer generated materials e.g. Power Point
- Demonstrate well-developed communication skills and an ability to match communication style and content to the needs of the situation
- Demonstrate an ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Demonstrate good concentration skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal abilities - observation, listening, diplomacy, sensitivity
- Demonstrate good time management and organisation abilities
- Demonstrate problem solving and negotiation abilities, taking account of others perspectives and expectations
- Demonstrate an ability to work independently
- Demonstrates a realistic sense of own limitations and professional development needs
- Able to motivate young children
- Demonstrate flexibility / adaptability
Other
Essential
- Car driver
- Lone working
- To work flexibly to the demands of the working environment including unpredictable work patterns i.e. evening working, tight deadlines and frequent interruptions to routine
- To deal with unpleasant conditions related to client contact e.g. exposure to saliva, vomit / sputum and other bodily fluids
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
SALT - Special Schools Team
Acorn House
Warwick
CV34 4RT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
SALT - Special Schools Team
Acorn House
Warwick
CV34 4RT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Consultant Cellular Pathologist
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2455448
Job summary
Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services (CWPS) invites applications for two replacement consultant cellular pathologists to join our forward-thinking and friendly team based at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW).
CWPS are a large pathology network in the Midlands, providing pathology services for UHCW, George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust.We are seeking pathologists with sub-specialist interests in breast and gynaecological pathology, but would also consider dermatopathology, urology, haematolymphoid, thoracic, gastrointestinal and molecular pathology.
Participation in the autopsy service is welcomed but not essential.Participation in research and teaching (at undergraduate and post graduate level) is encouraged and supported by protected sessions. University of Warwick's Clinical Sciences Research Institute located on the UHCW site provides additional laboratory research facilities.
Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Sarah Read-Jones, Clinical Lead for Cellular Pathology: 02476 968320 [email protected]
Main duties of the job
The appointee will provide a diagnostic consultation and advisory service to clinical colleagues in the Network and primary care. Histology reporting will be digital once the appointee has been trained and fully validated. Voice recognition training will also be provided as this is the preferred method of report entry.
The appointee will develop close collaborative links with clinicians working in their area of specialist expertise and work to develop services provided to patients in these areas to the highest standards including the adoption of best practice guidance, the development of diagnostic and treatment protocols and all other relevant guidelines.
About us
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.
We are extremely proud of our skilled employees across our hospital sites in Coventry and Rugby, with high quality patient care positioned at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a national and international leader in healthcare.
By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities.
There has never been a better time to join our team.
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
218-T2-SCT-8391055
Job locations
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Sarah Read-Jones,Clinical Lead for Cellular Pathology: 02476 [email protected] Dr Catherine Wight, Cellular Pathologist and Clinical Head of Service: 02476 [email protected]
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information .
Job description Job responsibilities Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Sarah Read-Jones,Clinical Lead for Cellular Pathology: 02476 [email protected] Dr Catherine Wight, Cellular Pathologist and Clinical Head of Service: 02476 [email protected] Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information .
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meet All Essential
Desirable
- Meet All Desirable
Experience
Essential
- oIndependent reporting in cellular pathology including appropriate sub-specialist experience. oEvidence of ability to make decisions at consultant level and to manage complex clinical problems. oLeadership of clinical team. oAbility to supervise, appraise and coach other doctors and non-medical staff. o Ability to plan and support introduction of new service developments.
Desirable
- oExperience in diagnostic use of molecular pathology oExperience of management role in cellular pathology oExperience of managing accreditation
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- oAbility to lead a clinical team at the level of a consultant in a teaching hospital. oEffective administrative and time management skills.Training in clinical management. oUnderstanding of management roles in NHS pathology and willingness to engage with and participate in management. oEvidence of significant contribution to successful teamwork oGood spoken and written English oExcellent communication and oAbility to lead a clinical team at the level of a consultant in a teaching hospital. oEffective administrative and time management skills.Training in clinical management. oUnderstanding of management roles in NHS pathology and willingness to engage with and participate in management. oEvidence of significant contribution to successful teamwork oGood spoken and written English oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills oEffective teaching skills including ability to supervise and teach trainee pathologists. oCommitment to continuing medical education. oEvidence of effective and sustained contribution to clinical governance, clinical risk management and clinical audit activities oKnowledge of the human tissue act and its impact on clinical and academic pathology
Desirable
- oManagement qualification oEducation qualification oAn established research background oPeer reviewed publications
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential
- oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values.(As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below).
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Meet All Essential Desirable Meet All Desirable Experience Essential oIndependent reporting in cellular pathology including appropriate sub-specialist experience. oEvidence of ability to make decisions at consultant level and to manage complex clinical problems. oLeadership of clinical team. oAbility to supervise, appraise and coach other doctors and non-medical staff. o Ability to plan and support introduction of new service developments. Desirable oExperience in diagnostic use of molecular pathology oExperience of management role in cellular pathology oExperience of managing accreditation Knowledge & Skills Essential oAbility to lead a clinical team at the level of a consultant in a teaching hospital. oEffective administrative and time management skills.Training in clinical management. oUnderstanding of management roles in NHS pathology and willingness to engage with and participate in management. oEvidence of significant contribution to successful teamwork oGood spoken and written English oExcellent communication and oAbility to lead a clinical team at the level of a consultant in a teaching hospital. oEffective administrative and time management skills.Training in clinical management. oUnderstanding of management roles in NHS pathology and willingness to engage with and participate in management. oEvidence of significant contribution to successful teamwork oGood spoken and written English oExcellent communication and interpersonal skills oEffective teaching skills including ability to supervise and teach trainee pathologists. oCommitment to continuing medical education. oEvidence of effective and sustained contribution to clinical governance, clinical risk management and clinical audit activities oKnowledge of the human tissue act and its impact on clinical and academic pathology Desirable oManagement qualification oEducation qualification oAn established research background oPeer reviewed publications Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values.(As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below).
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).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
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Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
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Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2455168
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the role of Stores Supervisor within SWFT CS based at Heritage House, at Warwick Hospital.
The successful candidate must be able to lead a team in a fast -paced environment. Stock control/Materials Management experience essential. Candidates must be able to demonstrate good attention to detail and ability to organise and prioritise workload. Recording and monitoring of stock levels and being adaptable to systems used within the dept.
The successful candidate will report to the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain. They will assist in providing an effective and professional service that delivers ongoing cost efficiencies/benefits in line with the departmental objectives.
The successful candidate must be an excellent communicator, and confident in handling customer and supplier queries and at times is a physical role and requires the handling and moving of heavy roll cages and packages.
Whilst this role is based at Warwick Hospital, Materials Management services are provided at other sites throughout the Trust and so a driving license is essential.
Main duties of the job
To provide a comprehensive range of administrative support to the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain ensuring that capacity is maximised and waiting deliver times are met. The post holder will be key member of the specialty and divisional management team and will be required to complete a range of duties as directed by the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain. The post holder will be supervisor of the Main Stores and Material Management team and providing support to the Theatre Stores team.
The role requires liaison with all stakeholders involved in the delivery of Materials Management and Stores related activity including working with internal and external providers. Regular attendance and participation at meetings will be required.
The role is on site with the team in Warwick.
About us
SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, George Eliot, University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire and St Cross (Rugby) hospitals; estates and facilities management at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon and Ellen Badger hospitals, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub; private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.
Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.
There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.
A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.
There is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£31,414.30 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-SWFTCS297
Job locations
Heritage House
MILLERS ROAD
WARWICK
CV34 5AE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Co-ordinator Duties:
Arrange short notice cover within the management team sickness and communicate changes to relevant personnel. Reallocating specific duties as required maintaining service cover.
Authorise and record annual leave, study leave and professional leave, informing the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain.
Authorised signatory for Health Roster.
Ensure sickness absence is recorded, reported and managed appropriately.
Provide a full range of administrative provision to the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain. Assist in the management of complaints, reported incidents, Trust wide audits and monitoring for governance and responses to freedom of information requests as appropriate.
Working with the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain, oversee the effective management of the Materials Management/Stores team and Theatres Store team.
Attend daily/weekly corporate meetings and other meetings as instructed on behalf of the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain.
Organise meetings as required, producing agendas, notifying attendees, taking notes and distributing information. Support action plans and ensure appropriate follow up.
Working closely with the Procurement Department and Theatres department.
Human Resources:
Co-ordinate departmental recruitment processes liaising with recruitment as necessary.
In conjunction with recruitment ensure all new starters receive an appropriate company induction and co-ordinate departmental orientation. Record and monitor mandatory and development training and study record for administration staff.
Ensure all Human Resources policies and procedures are adhered to and to take informal and formal action where necessary
Undertake staff appraisals and support professional and personal development, in particular seeking opportunities for leadership development
General Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensure that the rotas accurately reflect the structure of the Teams and making sure annual leave is covered.
Manage the authorisation and allocation of access rights for starters, leavers and staff changes.
To support the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain to resolve urgent issues.
Any other reasonable duties required by the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain.
Report to the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain on key performance indicators.
Strategy & Business Planning:
Manage own workload independently, addressing issues, concerns and problems as appropriate.
Understand National and departmental speciality specific policies, procedures and requirements, and to make appropriate judgements and allocations accordingly.
Take part and support the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain, working to help deliver trust and divisional targets such as CIP targets and specialty level of objectives.
Skills and Training:
Support in the development of SOPs, operational policies and business cases to promote standardisation of practice, service development and changes in service delivery.
Demonstrate self-awareness and acknowledgement of own limitations. Lead the administration teams and promote and facilitate personal and career development opportunities for staff.
Design and prepare reports and monitoring tools as required using electronic programmes as appropriate
Policies and Procedures:
On-going review and updating of the policies and procedures.
Implements changes to policies and procedures which impact across a range of administrative and clerical services
Communications:
Internal: Liaison with Clinicians, General Managers, Assistant General Managers, Recruitment team, Workforce Information Officer/ESR Manager, Human Resources Managers, Postgraduate Medical Education staff, Switchboard, Support Services, Estates staff, Payroll Services, Occupational Health, Medical Secretaries, Booking staff, Project teams, IT Department, Information Department, Supplies Department and Finance as required.
External: Suppliers, George Eliot Hospital, Wye Valley Hospital, and others within the Group.
Ability to present and explain complex and conflicting information in a clear and concise manner which is appropriate for the audience and easily understood.
The ability to diffuse and mediate with clinical and non-clinical staff as required. Escalate to the General Manger or Head of Stores and Supply Chain when appropriate.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Co-ordinator Duties:
Arrange short notice cover within the management team sickness and communicate changes to relevant personnel. Reallocating specific duties as required maintaining service cover.
Authorise and record annual leave, study leave and professional leave, informing the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain.
Authorised signatory for Health Roster.
Ensure sickness absence is recorded, reported and managed appropriately.
Provide a full range of administrative provision to the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain. Assist in the management of complaints, reported incidents, Trust wide audits and monitoring for governance and responses to freedom of information requests as appropriate.
Working with the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain, oversee the effective management of the Materials Management/Stores team and Theatres Store team.
Attend daily/weekly corporate meetings and other meetings as instructed on behalf of the Assistant/Head of Stores and Supply Chain.
Organise meetings as required, producing agendas, notifying attendees, taking notes and distributing information. Support action plans and ensure appropriate follow up.
Working closely with the Procurement Department and Theatres department.
Human Resources:
Co-ordinate departmental recruitment processes liaising with recruitment as necessary.
In conjunction with recruitment ensure all new starters receive an appropriate company induction and co-ordinate departmental orientation. Record and monitor mandatory and development training and study record for administration staff.
Ensure all Human Resources policies and procedures are adhered to and to take informal and formal action where necessary
Undertake staff appraisals and support professional and personal development, in particular seeking opportunities for leadership development
General Duties and Responsibilities:
Ensure that the rotas accurately reflect the structure of the Teams and making sure annual leave is covered.
Manage the authorisation and allocation of access rights for starters, leavers and staff changes.
To support the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain to resolve urgent issues.
Any other reasonable duties required by the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain.
Report to the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain on key performance indicators.
Strategy & Business Planning:
Manage own workload independently, addressing issues, concerns and problems as appropriate.
Understand National and departmental speciality specific policies, procedures and requirements, and to make appropriate judgements and allocations accordingly.
Take part and support the Assistant Head of Stores and Supply Chain, working to help deliver trust and divisional targets such as CIP targets and specialty level of objectives.
Skills and Training:
Support in the development of SOPs, operational policies and business cases to promote standardisation of practice, service development and changes in service delivery.
Demonstrate self-awareness and acknowledgement of own limitations. Lead the administration teams and promote and facilitate personal and career development opportunities for staff.
Design and prepare reports and monitoring tools as required using electronic programmes as appropriate
Policies and Procedures:
On-going review and updating of the policies and procedures.
Implements changes to policies and procedures which impact across a range of administrative and clerical services
Communications:
Internal: Liaison with Clinicians, General Managers, Assistant General Managers, Recruitment team, Workforce Information Officer/ESR Manager, Human Resources Managers, Postgraduate Medical Education staff, Switchboard, Support Services, Estates staff, Payroll Services, Occupational Health, Medical Secretaries, Booking staff, Project teams, IT Department, Information Department, Supplies Department and Finance as required.
External: Suppliers, George Eliot Hospital, Wye Valley Hospital, and others within the Group.
Ability to present and explain complex and conflicting information in a clear and concise manner which is appropriate for the audience and easily understood.
The ability to diffuse and mediate with clinical and non-clinical staff as required. Escalate to the General Manger or Head of Stores and Supply Chain when appropriate.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of a Diploma qualification or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
Desirable
- Knowledge or experience equivalent to Degree Level including Management/leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Staff management and leading a team
- Knowledge of Inpatient and Outpatient booking services and how these support specialities
Desirable
- Budget management - including monitoring expenditure and identifying savings
- Experience of developing business cases
- Operational management experience across a range of specialities
Skills
Essential
- Understanding of National NHS priorities and policy.
- Good interpersonal, oral and written skills including chairing meetings and report writing.
- Numerate with excellent analytical skills/ability
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Advanced IT skills with Microsoft office
- Demonstrate confidence to liaise with all levels of staff across the Trust
Desirable
- Ability to negotiate with and influence staff at all levels
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Well organised and able to meet deadlines
- Ability to work under pressure in a challenging environment
- Able to apply a flexible approach to changing demands
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude to work
- Attention to detail and able to maintain high standards
- Able to manage sensitive and distressing information and manage conflict
Other
Essential
- Able to work hours to suit the need of the job, there will be evening and early meeting.
- Ability to work across the Trust on different sites.
- Driver / Car owner
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum of a Diploma qualification or equivalent
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
Desirable
- Knowledge or experience equivalent to Degree Level including Management/leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Staff management and leading a team
- Knowledge of Inpatient and Outpatient booking services and how these support specialities
Desirable
- Budget management - including monitoring expenditure and identifying savings
- Experience of developing business cases
- Operational management experience across a range of specialities
Skills
Essential
- Understanding of National NHS priorities and policy.
- Good interpersonal, oral and written skills including chairing meetings and report writing.
- Numerate with excellent analytical skills/ability
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Advanced IT skills with Microsoft office
- Demonstrate confidence to liaise with all levels of staff across the Trust
Desirable
- Ability to negotiate with and influence staff at all levels
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Well organised and able to meet deadlines
- Ability to work under pressure in a challenging environment
- Able to apply a flexible approach to changing demands
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude to work
- Attention to detail and able to maintain high standards
- Able to manage sensitive and distressing information and manage conflict
Other
Essential
- Able to work hours to suit the need of the job, there will be evening and early meeting.
- Ability to work across the Trust on different sites.
- Driver / Car owner
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
Heritage House
MILLERS ROAD
WARWICK
CV34 5AE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
Heritage House
MILLERS ROAD
WARWICK
CV34 5AE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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Physiotherapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2455099
Job summary
We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, well-motivated physiotherapy assistants to work as part of our acute medical, surgical and orthopaedic physiotherapy team. The successful candidate will be joining a large and supportive team, which operates as part of a greater multi-disciplinary service. The team cares for people with a wide range of medical, surgical, orthopaedic and rehabilitation needs ensuring a varied, interesting and challenging workload.
Band 3 responsibilities include supporting qualified therapists with patient treatments, working independently with patients practising transfers and mobility, teaching and practising exercises, devising and producing exercise plans with guidance from a physiotherapist, monitoring and maintaining stock levels, and IT and admin tasks.
The successful candidate will be fully supported to establish a full understanding of the role and be provided with opportunity for ongoing learning and development to improve clinical skills and knowledge.
Main duties of the job
To support physiotherapists and work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide a high quality Physiotherapy service within South Warwickshire.
To provide some administrative support to the department.
To contribute to the physiotherapy out of hours service.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Details
Date posted
28 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-CS1304
Job locations
Physiotherapy
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
To gain informed consent for treatment in accordance with Trust policy. This will frequently be to patients/carers and relatives who may have diverse or complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g. deafness, dysphasia, depression, chronic pain, etc. and will require use of verbal and non-verbal communication tools.
To develop and deliver physiotherapy treatment programmes using guidelines set by qualified physiotherapists. E.g. patient education, exercise programmes, or classes.
Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if necessary following discussion with qualified Physiotherapists.
To ensure own competency prior to using any medical device e.g. gym equipment, hoists and mobility aids.
To ensure own competency when issuing equipment to patient e.g. patient appliances, splints and other aids.
Maintain accurate documentation both written and electronic in accordance with professional (CSP), legal and Trust guidelines.
To hold responsibility for own caseload within a defined area of the service and work without direct supervision.
To maintain a clean, tidy and safe environment and equipment both in Trusts premises or clients home, having due respect for Health and Safety.
To use and apply clinical knowledge and experience to assess and manage clinical risk within the limits of own scope of practice.
To work within infection control guidelines to ensure that therapy/treatment/care does not constitute a risk of infection either to the healthcare professional to the client or to any persons visiting/working in Trust premises.
Support other physiotherapy assistants as required.
To collect clinical data relevant to the service, as required.
To achieve and maintain necessary competencies require to fulfil the role.
Communication
To communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives on an individual or group basis to maximise rehabilitation potential through verbal and non-verbal methods. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance.
To be committed to a team approach in order to provide continuity and efficiency of service provision.
To liaise with multidisciplinary team/colleagues/medical nursing staff as required.
Take formal handover from wards in the absence of the Physiotherapist.
Other
To order general stores articles and equipment required by the department and maintain adequate stocks of such equipment, liaising with manager for authorisation.
To carry out administrative duties as required, working collaboratively with clerical staff i.e. data input, typing, filing, provide reception cover etc.
To attend any meetings as designated by senior physiotherapists.
To identify opportunities to improve the physiotherapy service in order to provide the best patient care within the available resources.
To contribute to the out of hours service.
Physical & Mental Effort
Physical Effort The post holder will be required to use moderate physical effort throughout a number of short periods during the day, such as moving patients and equipment.
Mental Effort The working pattern will be unpredictable and there will be a requirement for frequent concentration with patients.
Emotional Effort There will be frequent exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances with some occasional exposure to highly distressing or highly emotional circumstances.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
To gain informed consent for treatment in accordance with Trust policy. This will frequently be to patients/carers and relatives who may have diverse or complex emotional, physical and psychological conditions e.g. deafness, dysphasia, depression, chronic pain, etc. and will require use of verbal and non-verbal communication tools.
To develop and deliver physiotherapy treatment programmes using guidelines set by qualified physiotherapists. E.g. patient education, exercise programmes, or classes.
Evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes if necessary following discussion with qualified Physiotherapists.
To ensure own competency prior to using any medical device e.g. gym equipment, hoists and mobility aids.
To ensure own competency when issuing equipment to patient e.g. patient appliances, splints and other aids.
Maintain accurate documentation both written and electronic in accordance with professional (CSP), legal and Trust guidelines.
To hold responsibility for own caseload within a defined area of the service and work without direct supervision.
To maintain a clean, tidy and safe environment and equipment both in Trusts premises or clients home, having due respect for Health and Safety.
To use and apply clinical knowledge and experience to assess and manage clinical risk within the limits of own scope of practice.
To work within infection control guidelines to ensure that therapy/treatment/care does not constitute a risk of infection either to the healthcare professional to the client or to any persons visiting/working in Trust premises.
Support other physiotherapy assistants as required.
To collect clinical data relevant to the service, as required.
To achieve and maintain necessary competencies require to fulfil the role.
Communication
To communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives on an individual or group basis to maximise rehabilitation potential through verbal and non-verbal methods. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance.
To be committed to a team approach in order to provide continuity and efficiency of service provision.
To liaise with multidisciplinary team/colleagues/medical nursing staff as required.
Take formal handover from wards in the absence of the Physiotherapist.
Other
To order general stores articles and equipment required by the department and maintain adequate stocks of such equipment, liaising with manager for authorisation.
To carry out administrative duties as required, working collaboratively with clerical staff i.e. data input, typing, filing, provide reception cover etc.
To attend any meetings as designated by senior physiotherapists.
To identify opportunities to improve the physiotherapy service in order to provide the best patient care within the available resources.
To contribute to the out of hours service.
Physical & Mental Effort
Physical Effort The post holder will be required to use moderate physical effort throughout a number of short periods during the day, such as moving patients and equipment.
Mental Effort The working pattern will be unpredictable and there will be a requirement for frequent concentration with patients.
Emotional Effort There will be frequent exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances with some occasional exposure to highly distressing or highly emotional circumstances.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to GCSE level or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio - including certificates from relevant courses or training
- Willingness to work towards the Care Certificate
- NVQ Level 3 or willingness to work towards
Desirable
- Membership of CSP
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as physiotherapy assistant or equivalent
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in acute hospital environment
Skills
Essential
- Competent IT skills (Word, Email)
- Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise prioritise and delegate
- Ability to comprehend and work within the trust's policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety and meet the differing needs of the patients
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Problem solving
- Excellent command of the English language
- Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of supervising other staff
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work as a team member
- Flexible
- Empathetic
- Reliable
Other
Essential
- Passes Occupational Health clearance and police checks
- Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Available to work at weekends on rota system
Desirable
- Car driver and independent means of transport
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to GCSE level or equivalent
- Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio - including certificates from relevant courses or training
- Willingness to work towards the Care Certificate
- NVQ Level 3 or willingness to work towards
Desirable
- Membership of CSP
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience as physiotherapy assistant or equivalent
- Experience of working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience of working in acute hospital environment
Skills
Essential
- Competent IT skills (Word, Email)
- Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise prioritise and delegate
- Ability to comprehend and work within the trust's policies of data protection, equal opportunities and health and safety and meet the differing needs of the patients
- Ability to keep accurate and legible patient notes
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Problem solving
- Excellent command of the English language
- Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Experience of supervising other staff
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work as a team member
- Flexible
- Empathetic
- Reliable
Other
Essential
- Passes Occupational Health clearance and police checks
- Able to carry out moderate physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Available to work at weekends on rota system
Desirable
- Car driver and independent means of transport
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Physiotherapy
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Physiotherapy
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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General Surgery Resident Trust Specialist (Higher)
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 3 day(s) ago
Reference: 2452253
Job summary
Trust Grade (Registrar level) in General Surgery
Fixed Term 6 Months
We are offering a 6 Month (possible extension) Registrar level posts in General Surgery at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust. We are able to support registrars with an interest in Benign Upper GI Surgery or Colorectal Surgery. Training may also be available in thyroid/parathyroid surgery and general surgery of childhood. Within the department training is available in laparoscopic and open approaches to hernia repair.
Timetables and objectives will be adapted to suit the needs of the successful candidate. A typical weekly timetable would include elective and emergency operating, outpatient clinics, endoscopy, administration and teaching time. The appointee will take part in a 1 in 8, 24 hour non-resident on-call pattern alongside other locally employed doctors and SpR's from Health Education West Midlands.
For more information or to discuss this opportunity further, please contact:
Contact details are available via switchboard on 01926 495321, or see the job description for more information on NHS jobs
Main duties of the job
Supporting the surgical team at SWUFT to cover on-calls days, on-call nights, ward round/SAU clinics, CEPODs, Theatres and clinics alongside the Consultant team.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Specialty registrar
Salary
£67,325 to £76,582 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-S1961
Job locations
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
This position is a full-timeposition with a 1-10 on-call rota. Rotas are planned in 10 week blocks to endevour to meet training needs of all registrars. Each week one registrar will cover the post take ward round and afternoon CEPOD lists from Tuesday to Friday allowing for continuity of care for patients and training for the registrar.
Job description Job responsibilities This position is a full-timeposition with a 1-10 on-call rota. Rotas are planned in 10 week blocks to endevour to meet training needs of all registrars. Each week one registrar will cover the post take ward round and afternoon CEPOD lists from Tuesday to Friday allowing for continuity of care for patients and training for the registrar.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- 3 years experience in general surgery - with at least 1 years experience working within the UK
Desirable
- Full UK Drivers Licence
- ISCP profile or similar demonstrating ST3 level experience
Person Specification Experience Essential Full GMC Registration 3 years experience in general surgery - with at least 1 years experience working within the UK Desirable Full UK Drivers Licence ISCP profile or similar demonstrating ST3 level experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Consultant Ophthalmologist (locum) General and Cataracts
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 4 day(s) ago
Reference: 2452193
Job summary
To deliver out-patient specialist General and cataract services, and day case cataract surgery at South Warwickshire Foundation Trust.
The post holder will be expected to work with the existing team of professional colleagues and managers in the efficient running and development of the ophthalmology services.
Main duties of the job
Support the department in meeting the challenging key performance indicators.
Deliver agreed standards of care and work to deliver a consultant and specialist delivered service.
Support delivery of activity targets in partnership with Integrated Care Boards and support service developments, where possible.
Allow flexibility through effective prospective cover.
Provide professional supervision, direction and training for junior medical staff/ the wider supporting team.
Take an active role in audit, research, teaching and governance.
Participate in plans to lead to cost efficiencies across the Department.
Contribute to risk management procedures.
Ensure continuing professional development targets are achieved.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
Depending on experience per annum
Contract
Locum
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-M1958
Job locations
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Support the department in meeting the challenging key performance indicators.
Deliver agreed standards of care and work to deliver a consultant and specialist delivered service.
Support delivery of activity targets in partnership with Integrated Care Boards and support service developments, where possible.
Allow flexibility through effective prospective cover.
Provide professional supervision, direction and training for junior medical staff/ the wider supporting team.
Take an active role in audit, research, teaching and governance.
Participate in plans to lead to cost efficiencies across the Department.
Contribute to risk management procedures.
Ensure continuing professional development targets are achieved.
Job description Job responsibilities Support the department in meeting the challenging key performance indicators. Deliver agreed standards of care and work to deliver a consultant and specialist delivered service. Support delivery of activity targets in partnership with Integrated Care Boards and support service developments, where possible. Allow flexibility through effective prospective cover. Provide professional supervision, direction and training for junior medical staff/ the wider supporting team. Take an active role in audit, research, teaching and governance. Participate in plans to lead to cost efficiencies across the Department. Contribute to risk management procedures. Ensure continuing professional development targets are achieved.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Registered with General Medical Council
- Clinical experience - 6/12 months UK experience
Desirable
- Experience in annual job planning and medical appraisals
- Full UK Driving Licence
Person Specification Experience Essential Registered with General Medical Council Clinical experience - 6/12 months UK experience Desirable Experience in annual job planning and medical appraisals Full UK Driving Licence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Locum Consultant in Oncology
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 4 day(s) ago
Reference: 2452062
Job summary
This is a fixed-term locum post for 3 consultants in Medical Oncology with a special interest in Breast, Gynaecology, Colorectal, Upper GI and Acute Oncology.
The posts are based at South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust who currently holds a service level agreement with the Oncology department at University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust for to facilitate visiting Oncology consultants.
Main duties of the job
The principal duties of the post will provide Breast, Gynaecology, Colorectal, Upper GI and Acute Oncology services totalling 10PAs.
The appointee will work in site specific local MDTs at SWFT and contribute to the cancer management of patients including providing consultant oncologist support to the nurse-led Acute Oncology service.
- The appointee will take ongoing responsibility for patients under his/her care.
- The appointee will provide a consultation service and an advisory and guidance service to other clinical colleagues in other specialties within the Trust and Primary Care.
- The appointee will develop close collaborative links with clinicians working in his/her specialty and work to develop services provided to patients in these areas to the highest standards including the development of treatment protocols and guidelines.
- The appointee will take part in the departmental audit programme as well as participating in multidisciplinary audit relating to their area of clinical interest.
- The appointee will participate in regular clinical meetings and other postgraduate and educational activities.
- The appointee will participate in the Trust Performance and Annual review scheme and be responsible for ensuring that they support the principles of revalidation by the General Medical Council.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
Depending on experience Salary is dependant on experience
Contract
Locum
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-M1932-A
Job locations
Trust Wide
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The appointee will be committed to, and involved in, clinical governance, risk management and clinical audit this will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice.
- To provide supervision and mentorship to junior medical workforce.
- The appointee will participate in Departmental Error Reviews and will support the Departmental and Trust clinical risk management policies and procedures.
- Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers
- Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures.
Please see attached job description pack.
Job description Job responsibilities The appointee will be committed to, and involved in, clinical governance, risk management and clinical audit this will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice. To provide supervision and mentorship to junior medical workforce. The appointee will participate in Departmental Error Reviews and will support the Departmental and Trust clinical risk management policies and procedures. Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures. Please see attached job description pack.
Person Specification
2
Essential
- Satisfactory Occupational Health Clearance
- Clinical experience in Medical Oncology
Desirable
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development
Person Specification 2 Essential Satisfactory Occupational Health Clearance Clinical experience in Medical Oncology Desirable Commitment to Continuing Professional Development
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trust Wide
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Trust Wide
Warwick
CV34 5BW
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MDT Team Leader
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 4 day(s) ago
Reference: 2449704
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join the Cancer Services Management Team as an MDT Team Leader. The role is responsible for providing day-to-day leadership and support to MDT Coordinators and Facilitators, including line management responsibilities and handling a range of HR-related matters. The post holder will also provide MDT facilitation support when required to ensure the effective delivery of MDT services.
Working closely with the Cancer Services Management Team, the successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the delivery of high-quality cancer services and ensuring patients receive timely, coordinated care throughout their cancer pathway.
Applicants should ideally have experience within cancer services and an understanding of national cancer waiting time standards. Previous people management experience is desirable, along with excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills. A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel, is essential.
Based primarily at Warwick Hospital, the role offers some flexibility; however, the post holder will be expected to work on site for the majority of the time. This is a full-time position and flexibility is required to support service needs, including occasional meetings outside normal working hours.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to patient care within a supportive and developing team.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the General Manager for Cancer Services to ensure the effective delivery of key operational administration services for cancer services in line with relevant Trust policies; specifically to ensure the effective delivery of cancer access targets and ensuring the delivery and data collection of the cancer outcomes and services dataset (COSD)
The post holder will be responsible for the day to day line management of a team of MDT Facilitators (Band 4) and Trackers (Band 3).
To work with the clinical and operational teams, liaising with patients as required, to ensure timely cancer treatment in line with best practice and national cancer waiting targets.
To undertake projects across cancer services as determined by the Cancer Services General Manager and broader Cancer Management team.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Details
Date posted
26 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-EL1249
Job locations
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
STAFF / RESOURCE
Manage a team of staff responsible for recruitment, induction, cancer waiting times training, annual leave, sickness, performance, annual performance, annual PDR and capability and disciplinary issues, using Health Roster to approve such requests.
Ensure staff resource is available to support the MDT function in line with Trust and National policies and best practice.
Meet weekly with the Cancer Services General Manager to prospectively plan cover at a weekly planning meeting.
Work in conjunction with your team, offering leadership and also assist in aspects of their role as required, ensuring that all tracking and data is kept up to date.
Ensure adherence to Trust values.
To act as authority for the ordering of stationery and equipment. Working with the Cancer Services Manager to maintain costs within the departmental budget.
PERFORMANCE
Develop effective mechanisms to ensure that cancer patient pathways are effectively tracked to the agreed minimum numbers in conjunction with the MDT Facilitators/Trackers and other staff groups/departments involved in the patients care and pathway.
Work closely with General Managers and attend all appropriate meetings to escalate and to update specialty teams on cancer patient pathways.
Prepare for and attend Weekly Cancer Access meetings to highlight and demonstrate problems within pathways which are effecting compliance with cancer targets ensuring all actions are carried out prior to the next meeting.
Meeting individual specialties, clearly communicating problems affecting patient pathway achievement to ensure that all cancer patients are treated within target, actively managing patient flow.
Responsible for the strict implementation of Cancer Escalation grid for all patients on the 2 week wait pathway.
To work with the Cancer Data and Performance Manager to validate breaches weekly, escalating issues to the Cancer Services General Manager.
To discuss weekly priority patients close to their breach date requiring escalation to avoid breaching at the Cancer Performance Meeting.
To effectively monitor the Priority Tracking List (PTL) and support the Cancer Services General Manager and the Associate Director of Operations Cancer Services with the weekly PTL meetings with Group representatives.
Work with your Line manager and colleagues to develop and improve MDT working.
To work collaboratively teams across the Coventry and Warwickshire Health care Partnership to ensure patients are treated in a timely manner. Communicating where necessary with patients in relation to transfers between clinical teams.
DATA
To ensure that all patients are being effectively tracked on correct pathways and data is accurately inputted into the Somerset system. Using the Trust systems to track information on the elements of cancer care.
Run a weekly report of all tertiary referrals received into the Trust ensuring that all tertiary referrals are inputted correctly, and that pathways are escalated and treated within target wherever possible.
Work in conjunction with the Cancer Services Data and Performance Manager for the facilitation of the breach validation process, ensuring lessons learned are acted upon as required.
Responsible for raising concerns to the Cancer Service General Manager, of any patient deviating from their pathway milestones via escalation process and within Cancer Access.
Responsible for data accuracy of your team onto the Somerset Cancer Registry, ensuring that audit and validation of that data is completed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
STAFF / RESOURCE
Manage a team of staff responsible for recruitment, induction, cancer waiting times training, annual leave, sickness, performance, annual performance, annual PDR and capability and disciplinary issues, using Health Roster to approve such requests.
Ensure staff resource is available to support the MDT function in line with Trust and National policies and best practice.
Meet weekly with the Cancer Services General Manager to prospectively plan cover at a weekly planning meeting.
Work in conjunction with your team, offering leadership and also assist in aspects of their role as required, ensuring that all tracking and data is kept up to date.
Ensure adherence to Trust values.
To act as authority for the ordering of stationery and equipment. Working with the Cancer Services Manager to maintain costs within the departmental budget.
PERFORMANCE
Develop effective mechanisms to ensure that cancer patient pathways are effectively tracked to the agreed minimum numbers in conjunction with the MDT Facilitators/Trackers and other staff groups/departments involved in the patients care and pathway.
Work closely with General Managers and attend all appropriate meetings to escalate and to update specialty teams on cancer patient pathways.
Prepare for and attend Weekly Cancer Access meetings to highlight and demonstrate problems within pathways which are effecting compliance with cancer targets ensuring all actions are carried out prior to the next meeting.
Meeting individual specialties, clearly communicating problems affecting patient pathway achievement to ensure that all cancer patients are treated within target, actively managing patient flow.
Responsible for the strict implementation of Cancer Escalation grid for all patients on the 2 week wait pathway.
To work with the Cancer Data and Performance Manager to validate breaches weekly, escalating issues to the Cancer Services General Manager.
To discuss weekly priority patients close to their breach date requiring escalation to avoid breaching at the Cancer Performance Meeting.
To effectively monitor the Priority Tracking List (PTL) and support the Cancer Services General Manager and the Associate Director of Operations Cancer Services with the weekly PTL meetings with Group representatives.
Work with your Line manager and colleagues to develop and improve MDT working.
To work collaboratively teams across the Coventry and Warwickshire Health care Partnership to ensure patients are treated in a timely manner. Communicating where necessary with patients in relation to transfers between clinical teams.
DATA
To ensure that all patients are being effectively tracked on correct pathways and data is accurately inputted into the Somerset system. Using the Trust systems to track information on the elements of cancer care.
Run a weekly report of all tertiary referrals received into the Trust ensuring that all tertiary referrals are inputted correctly, and that pathways are escalated and treated within target wherever possible.
Work in conjunction with the Cancer Services Data and Performance Manager for the facilitation of the breach validation process, ensuring lessons learned are acted upon as required.
Responsible for raising concerns to the Cancer Service General Manager, of any patient deviating from their pathway milestones via escalation process and within Cancer Access.
Responsible for data accuracy of your team onto the Somerset Cancer Registry, ensuring that audit and validation of that data is completed.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- ILM Introductory Management certificate or equivalent experience at a supervisory level
- In-depth diploma/degree in relevant area
Experience
Essential
- Managerial experience in an administrative environment
- Thorough knowledge of cancer waiting times targets
- Knowledge of the Cancer Outcomes and Services Dataset Experience in a customer facing role.
Desirable
- Knowledge of current NHS targets
- Experience in NHS Admin Role
- Project Management
Skills
Essential
- Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e. Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Excellent understanding of people management
- Proven record of planning, organisational, change management and administration skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to supervise a team
- Advanced decision making skills
- Excellent level of verbal and written communication
- Able to persuade, negotiate and influence others
- Able to use judgement and initiative to provide information and support
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills
- Able to apply tact and sensitivity to establish trust and confidence
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues within the NHS
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work using own initiative
- Able to work as part of a team
- Able to collaborate with others
- Able to autonomously prioritise and plan workload to meet deadlines, often in a pressurised environment
- Able to inspire and promote confidence in a team
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to recognise and resolve complex issues, referring where appropriate
- Positive and flexible approach to work
- Able to demonstrate an innovative and forward thinking approach
- Understands limits of own responsibilities
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- ILM Introductory Management certificate or equivalent experience at a supervisory level
- In-depth diploma/degree in relevant area
Experience
Essential
- Managerial experience in an administrative environment
- Thorough knowledge of cancer waiting times targets
- Knowledge of the Cancer Outcomes and Services Dataset Experience in a customer facing role.
Desirable
- Knowledge of current NHS targets
- Experience in NHS Admin Role
- Project Management
Skills
Essential
- Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages i.e. Outlook, Word, and Excel
- Excellent understanding of people management
- Proven record of planning, organisational, change management and administration skills
- Excellent presentation skills
- Ability to supervise a team
- Advanced decision making skills
- Excellent level of verbal and written communication
- Able to persuade, negotiate and influence others
- Able to use judgement and initiative to provide information and support
- Excellent numerical and analytical skills
- Able to apply tact and sensitivity to establish trust and confidence
Desirable
- Awareness of current issues within the NHS
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work using own initiative
- Able to work as part of a team
- Able to collaborate with others
- Able to autonomously prioritise and plan workload to meet deadlines, often in a pressurised environment
- Able to inspire and promote confidence in a team
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to recognise and resolve complex issues, referring where appropriate
- Positive and flexible approach to work
- Able to demonstrate an innovative and forward thinking approach
- Understands limits of own responsibilities
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
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MDT Facilitator
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 4 day(s) ago
Reference: 2449700
Job summary
An interesting and exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join Cancer Services at Warwick Hospital in the MDT Team.
The position offers an agile working arrangement, combining both office-based and remote work. While some days may be spent working from home, the number of remote working days will depend on the needs of the service. The successful candidate will be expected to work from the office as required.
As the facilitator of an effectively run MDT meeting, the successful candidates will play a key role in helping with the delivery of cancer targets for the trust by ensuring that the journey of each cancer patient runs smoothly and is progressed in a seamless and timely manner.
The post holder will work closely with the wider trust including clinicians, general managers, service managers, nurses, secretaries and other administrative staff.
The ideal post holder will have previous experience with working within the NHS and previous administrative experience with an understanding of cancer plans, standards and targets.
Main duties of the job
As the facilitator for multi-disciplinary cancer team meetings you will ensure that MDT meetings run effectively and that the journey of each cancer patient runs smoothly and is progressed in a seamless and timely manner. To Collate and analyse sensitive clinical information from multiple Trust data collection systems and track of each patient pathway in a timely manner identifying and escalating delays in the pathway. Support the collection, collation and input of clinical and non-clinical audit data to meet all national standards and targets. Prepare and maintain all related documentation ensuring treatment plans are recorded in the medical notes.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Details
Date posted
26 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-EL1248
Job locations
Warwick hospital
Lakin road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Organise and prepare documentation for Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings liaising with a range of professionals including Physicians, Surgeons, Pathologists, Radiologists, Oncologists, medical secretaries, nursing staff and staff from other hospitals.
A willingness to cover the work of fellow Patient Pathway Facilitator colleagues during periods of absence is required.
Ensure timely notification of meetings to MDT members. Co-ordinate team diaries and organise venues and timely circulation of essential information.
To analyse cancer waiting times data and liaise with members of the MDT and Cancer Services Collaborative Facilitator to identify potential delays in treatment.
Responsible for collating all pathology material in liaison with the relevant site lead pathologist and providing reports in preparation for meetings.
Responsible for collating all radiologist material in liaison with the relevant site lead radiologist in preparation for meetings.
Prepare typed treatment plans as discussed at the multi-disciplinary team meetings, ensuring that the consultant has confirmed the action agreed at the meeting and a copy is inserted in the patients health records.
In accordance with the management plans, working with the appropriate clerical staff, facilitate the next planned appointment for the patient. Monitor performance against intention specified in the treatment plan.
Interrogate data collection systems such as Lorenzo, ICE, winscribe, Soliton and other in-house and external systems to retrieve information needed to maintain a tracking process on every two-week referral, consultant upgrade and screening referrals.
Undertake administration as required for the specific tumour site teams. There will be a variety of tasks dependent upon the needs of the individual teams and their remit on specialised cancer sites.
Assist MDT team members in obtaining research data from a variety of sources including the Internet, medical and nursing journals, newsletters etc.
Ensure the provision of a high quality service. To ensure that all Trust standards and targets are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with services provided by South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust.
Undertake such other tasks as required by the Cancer Data & Performance Manager in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
Provide cancer waiting time information for the purpose of internal and external audit when required.
Measurable Result Areas
To attend the relevant MDT meetings and complete appropriate data collection at the meeting, in particular ensuring accurate recording of clinical decisions. To actively participate in the meeting to ensure that defined National Cancer Waiting Time targets are met.
Maintain filing systems and updates and retrieve information as necessary. Work in electronic document management systems and input information into live systems during the MDT meeting.
Establish ongoing data collection, including information for national weekly and monthly reporting requirements, and preparation of audit for presentation quarterly to ensure effective monitoring of Trust Cancer standards.
Ensure data collection is undertaken in Accordance with Data Protection Act and act as central point of contact for information retrieval on behalf of MDT.
Work with the Cancer Services Managers and Cancer Data & Performance Manager in the development of Cancer Waiting Times tracking and recording mechanisms.
Participate in ongoing service improvement and date quality monitoring, collation and formatting of data for internal performance presentation by senior staff and external peer review.
The post holder will be responsible for ordering stationary and equipment for the department.
Communications and Working Relationships
Act as administrator to the MDT, recording notes of discussions, communicate outcome of meetings to appropriate parties. Communicate and arrange any required actions following the MDT meeting in a timely manner.
Communicate with medical, clerical and management potentially sensitive contentious information in the progression of the patients pathway.
The post holder will occasionally offer non-clinical advice to patients or their relatives, either over the phone or in person.
Responsible for day to day management of the MDT trackers, including carrying out appraisals and delivering their training.
The post holder will be required to implement SOPs within the department that have been set by others.
Feedback any comments or suggestions received from service users to all members of the multi-disciplinary team and help facilitate any changes made to improve the patient pathway.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Organise and prepare documentation for Multi-disciplinary Team (MDT) meetings liaising with a range of professionals including Physicians, Surgeons, Pathologists, Radiologists, Oncologists, medical secretaries, nursing staff and staff from other hospitals.
A willingness to cover the work of fellow Patient Pathway Facilitator colleagues during periods of absence is required.
Ensure timely notification of meetings to MDT members. Co-ordinate team diaries and organise venues and timely circulation of essential information.
To analyse cancer waiting times data and liaise with members of the MDT and Cancer Services Collaborative Facilitator to identify potential delays in treatment.
Responsible for collating all pathology material in liaison with the relevant site lead pathologist and providing reports in preparation for meetings.
Responsible for collating all radiologist material in liaison with the relevant site lead radiologist in preparation for meetings.
Prepare typed treatment plans as discussed at the multi-disciplinary team meetings, ensuring that the consultant has confirmed the action agreed at the meeting and a copy is inserted in the patients health records.
In accordance with the management plans, working with the appropriate clerical staff, facilitate the next planned appointment for the patient. Monitor performance against intention specified in the treatment plan.
Interrogate data collection systems such as Lorenzo, ICE, winscribe, Soliton and other in-house and external systems to retrieve information needed to maintain a tracking process on every two-week referral, consultant upgrade and screening referrals.
Undertake administration as required for the specific tumour site teams. There will be a variety of tasks dependent upon the needs of the individual teams and their remit on specialised cancer sites.
Assist MDT team members in obtaining research data from a variety of sources including the Internet, medical and nursing journals, newsletters etc.
Ensure the provision of a high quality service. To ensure that all Trust standards and targets are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with services provided by South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust.
Undertake such other tasks as required by the Cancer Data & Performance Manager in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
Provide cancer waiting time information for the purpose of internal and external audit when required.
Measurable Result Areas
To attend the relevant MDT meetings and complete appropriate data collection at the meeting, in particular ensuring accurate recording of clinical decisions. To actively participate in the meeting to ensure that defined National Cancer Waiting Time targets are met.
Maintain filing systems and updates and retrieve information as necessary. Work in electronic document management systems and input information into live systems during the MDT meeting.
Establish ongoing data collection, including information for national weekly and monthly reporting requirements, and preparation of audit for presentation quarterly to ensure effective monitoring of Trust Cancer standards.
Ensure data collection is undertaken in Accordance with Data Protection Act and act as central point of contact for information retrieval on behalf of MDT.
Work with the Cancer Services Managers and Cancer Data & Performance Manager in the development of Cancer Waiting Times tracking and recording mechanisms.
Participate in ongoing service improvement and date quality monitoring, collation and formatting of data for internal performance presentation by senior staff and external peer review.
The post holder will be responsible for ordering stationary and equipment for the department.
Communications and Working Relationships
Act as administrator to the MDT, recording notes of discussions, communicate outcome of meetings to appropriate parties. Communicate and arrange any required actions following the MDT meeting in a timely manner.
Communicate with medical, clerical and management potentially sensitive contentious information in the progression of the patients pathway.
The post holder will occasionally offer non-clinical advice to patients or their relatives, either over the phone or in person.
Responsible for day to day management of the MDT trackers, including carrying out appraisals and delivering their training.
The post holder will be required to implement SOPs within the department that have been set by others.
Feedback any comments or suggestions received from service users to all members of the multi-disciplinary team and help facilitate any changes made to improve the patient pathway.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrate good level of basic education including English language GCSE pass at grade 4 - 9 or equivalent
- Level 3 Business Administration NVQ or equivalent
- Computer literate with evidence of specific training
- Knowledge of Microsoft Software
- Specialist knowledge/experience in Cancer Services
Experience
Essential
- NHS Experience and Previous knowledge of NHS
- Office management- able to maintain accurate and timely records and meeting minutes
- Experience of team working
Desirable
- Minimum 3 years administrative officer level experience or equivalent
- Experience of tracking and recording cancer waiting times data
- Experience of patient pathway facilitation
Skills
Essential
- Ability to motivate self
- Able to work unsupervised
- Able to work to deadlines
- Have the confidence to liaise with all levels of staff across the Trust
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS Cancer plan, cancer standards and targets
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Well-presented and approachable
- Committed team player
- Able to influence others through using organisational skills
- Understand the limits of own responsibility , referring to senior colleagues appropriately
Other
Essential
- Prepared to be flexible with working hours
- Willingness to undertake cross site working at Stratford and Warwick Hospital
Desirable
- Car driver with full driving license
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrate good level of basic education including English language GCSE pass at grade 4 - 9 or equivalent
- Level 3 Business Administration NVQ or equivalent
- Computer literate with evidence of specific training
- Knowledge of Microsoft Software
- Specialist knowledge/experience in Cancer Services
Experience
Essential
- NHS Experience and Previous knowledge of NHS
- Office management- able to maintain accurate and timely records and meeting minutes
- Experience of team working
Desirable
- Minimum 3 years administrative officer level experience or equivalent
- Experience of tracking and recording cancer waiting times data
- Experience of patient pathway facilitation
Skills
Essential
- Ability to motivate self
- Able to work unsupervised
- Able to work to deadlines
- Have the confidence to liaise with all levels of staff across the Trust
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS Cancer plan, cancer standards and targets
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Well-presented and approachable
- Committed team player
- Able to influence others through using organisational skills
- Understand the limits of own responsibility , referring to senior colleagues appropriately
Other
Essential
- Prepared to be flexible with working hours
- Willingness to undertake cross site working at Stratford and Warwick Hospital
Desirable
- Car driver with full driving license
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick hospital
Lakin road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick hospital
Lakin road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Support Worker – Acute Services
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 4 day(s) ago
Reference: 2449432
Job summary
We are recruiting Clinical Support Workers to join our nursing teams at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, with a range of opportunities available across our hospital sites.
Clinical Support Workers play a vital role in delivering high-quality, compassionate care, supporting the smooth flow of patients through the hospital and into the wider community. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to ensure patients receive safe, effective, and person-centred care throughout their journey across our services.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in developing a career in healthcare, with access to training, support, and progression within the NHS.
We are currently accepting applications for both full-time and part-time positions. Roles involve rotational shift working, including days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays, with unsocial hours enhancements.
Main duties of the job
Clinical Support Worker's deliver high-quality, caring and compassionate personal care, along with associated duties, under the direction and supervision of a registered professional, working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
As a Clinical Support Worker (CSW), you will make a valuable contribution to the delivery of high-quality care within the Trust. You will support registered professionals in providing safe, effective, and compassionate care to patients and their relatives.
This job description should be read in conjunction with the person specification for this role.
Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high number of applications are received.
About us
SWFT is recognised as an 'employer of choice' and is highly recommended as a place to work. Our employees are as important to us as the care we give to our patients. We will ensure the right support is available to you, support career development, provide a friendly work environment alongside other benefits such as a generous holiday entitlement, access to a great pension scheme alongside many organisational benefits.
We support learning and educational environment to ensure all employees have the right skills and knowledge to carry out their roles competently. All employees at SWFT will complete the Care Certificate which means you will be trained to a specific set of standards providing evidence you have the right knowledge, skills and behaviours to provide the best care.
There will be opportunity to complete an apprenticeship at Level 2 or 3 depending on previous experience where you can obtain a 'Healthcare Support Worker' qualification.
Details
Date posted
26 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£24,465 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
203-CR151
Job locations
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional Values
To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
Uphold the Trust values and standards at all times.
Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential and meet Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act
Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the team. Promoting a professional and positive working environment
To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policy and procedures ensuring an open and transparent culture
To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons
To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times
To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as and when required by Service needs
To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage
To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
Clinical Practice
To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants
To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition.
Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction and supervision of the registered professional.
To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered Professional
To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.
To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.
To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.
To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.
To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.
Communications and Interpersonal Relationships
Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required. Being aware of barriers to effective communication.
Always introduce yourself in line with the Trusts privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.
To answer the telephone when necessary in a polite, courteous manner and pass on enquiries to the registered professional.
Communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned and coordinated.
Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care under the direct supervision of a registered professional maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Report incidents, accidents and complaints as per Trust Policy and to the senior professional on duty, ensuring an open and transparent culture.
Use the Trust information support system and other computer systems as required by the clinical area in accordance with Trust policy.
Team Working
Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe keeping of patients property in accordance with Trust policy.
Promote a professional, welcoming and uncluttered environment; keep all storage areas safe, clean and tidy.
To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment in the clinical area including all equipment cleaning.
Ensure all waste and soiled linen is disposed of in line with Trust policy.
Participate in audit under the direction of the registered professional
Clean and check beds, bed spaces and lockers following discharge and in preparation for admission (inpatient areas only).
Ensure deliveries are stored correctly and stock maintained to the required level.
Support the house keeper with general housekeeping duties, reporting as necessary essential cleaning needs (inpatient areas only).
Education, Training and Personal Development
To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions, i.e. infection control, resuscitation and manual handling training.
To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant Induction programme.
To participate in the Trust Appraisal process
To undertake training as necessary for the development of the post and the relevance of the department including IT and clinical skills.
To continue personal development in relation to identified objectives.
Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional Values
To act in a professional manner and ensure Trust standards are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
Uphold the Trust values and standards at all times.
Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential and meet Trust standards in line with the Data Protection Act
Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the team. Promoting a professional and positive working environment
To report any accidents or incidents as described by the Trusts policy and procedures ensuring an open and transparent culture
To take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and of other persons
To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, maintaining a smart appearance at all times
To assist other wards, departments and teams within the Trust as and when required by Service needs
To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage
To ensure children and adults are protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
Clinical Practice
To accurately and promptly carry out the instructions of the registered professional who is professionally accountable for the delivery of care.
To carry out duties as specified within the Trusts approved core task list for Clinical Support Workers/Health Care Assistants
To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern or any observed changes in the client or patients condition.
Provide and deliver a high standard of individualised care under the direction and supervision of the registered professional.
To report all care that has been given to patients within the team to a registered Professional
To accurately document all care delivered to patients, countersigned by a registered professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
To assist in the preparation of patients for treatment, investigations or procedures as directed by the registered professional.
To keep the clinical area clean and tidy, maintaining a safe environment.
To adhere to Trust infection control procedures, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
To chaperone or escort patients as needed under the direction of the registered professional.
To support relatives demonstrating compassion and empathy under the guidance of a registered professional.
To assist with the discharge process for patients as directed by the registered professional.
Communications and Interpersonal Relationships
Welcome patients, relatives and visitors to the clinical area, providing assistance, support and information where required. Being aware of barriers to effective communication.
Always introduce yourself in line with the Trusts privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.
To answer the telephone when necessary in a polite, courteous manner and pass on enquiries to the registered professional.
Communicate effectively within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned and coordinated.
Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care under the direct supervision of a registered professional maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Report incidents, accidents and complaints as per Trust Policy and to the senior professional on duty, ensuring an open and transparent culture.
Use the Trust information support system and other computer systems as required by the clinical area in accordance with Trust policy.
Team Working
Take all reasonable steps to ensure the safe keeping of patients property in accordance with Trust policy.
Promote a professional, welcoming and uncluttered environment; keep all storage areas safe, clean and tidy.
To share responsibility in the care and maintenance of all equipment in the clinical area including all equipment cleaning.
Ensure all waste and soiled linen is disposed of in line with Trust policy.
Participate in audit under the direction of the registered professional
Clean and check beds, bed spaces and lockers following discharge and in preparation for admission (inpatient areas only).
Ensure deliveries are stored correctly and stock maintained to the required level.
Support the house keeper with general housekeeping duties, reporting as necessary essential cleaning needs (inpatient areas only).
Education, Training and Personal Development
To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions, i.e. infection control, resuscitation and manual handling training.
To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker/Healthcare Assistant Induction programme.
To participate in the Trust Appraisal process
To undertake training as necessary for the development of the post and the relevance of the department including IT and clinical skills.
To continue personal development in relation to identified objectives.
Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience in delivering care and working in a healthcare or people centred environment.
Skills
Essential
- Able to work to agreed level of competency.
- Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Competent IT skills
- Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Ability to write accurately and legibly.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Compassionate and caring nature
- Empathetic
- Reliable
Other
Essential
- Able to work flexibly over a 24 hour period.
- Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Able, with appropriate support, to work in an emotionally demanding environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Experience working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience in delivering care and working in a healthcare or people centred environment.
Skills
Essential
- Able to work to agreed level of competency.
- Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Competent IT skills
- Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Ability to write accurately and legibly.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Compassionate and caring nature
- Empathetic
- Reliable
Other
Essential
- Able to work flexibly over a 24 hour period.
- Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Able, with appropriate support, to work in an emotionally demanding environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
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https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Therapy Assistant
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 4 day(s) ago
Reference: 2449256
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to be part of the North Community Recovery Therapy Team.
The role of the Therapy Assistant is to deliver high quality, caring and compassionate patient care.
The post holder will be responsible for undertaking assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient care needs for a defined group of patients under the indirect supervision of a registered professional in their specialist area.
The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of care within North Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.
This role covers vast amounts of area's such as Coleshill, Tamworth, Nuneaton and other North area's. Therefore, you should expect to travel distances.
You will be required to come into the Hartshill base regular to support the team and assist with patient co-ordination.
Must have a driving licence and have permanent access to a vehicle to fulfil the role.
Can be paid at Band 3 and is willing to work towards a Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent higher apprenticeship in order to gain a B4
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
The post holder to undertake roles and duties delegated by the Community team leader or suitably qualified and regulated professional. Working within the boundaries set out by the regulated professional, the scope of the role enables the post holder to make a noncomplex assessment of the patient according to level of competence and act on the assessment. They will work collaboratively with the team to meet the needs of patients with specified long term conditions by providing quality evidence based care. The post holder will follow practice policy and procedures and provide supervision to more junior staff.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the North of the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Details
Date posted
26 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum (Band 3 Step considered)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-CS1249-B
Job locations
Hartshill Health Centre,
Sidhu Close,
Hartshill, Nuneaton
CV10 0GQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake patient/client visits as a member of the multidisciplinary team further developing skills in assessment, planning, delivery, evaluation of patient/clients health and well-being needs.
To carry out non-complex assessments within scope of practice and as required meet the needs of the patient.
To provide direct care and support to patients in their own homes.
To identify changes in patients conditions and recognise within the post holders capabilities, when to inform a senior clinician.
To communicate in a timely and comprehensive way with members of the Multidisciplinary team.
To be competent in essential technical skills.
To give advice and support to patients/carers that reflects the care plan and provides a level of knowledge and experience to reassure the patient/carer and is within the competence of the post holder.
To organise own work load and establish priorities
To be able to work unsupervised in patients homes.
Able to organise therapeutic individual sessions with a designated caseload of clients using specific technical knowledge and skills
To use skills to interpret and analyse clinical, social, and environmental factors to contribute to the best course of therapy intervention and development of treatment and discharge plan.
Ability to use a variety of clinical outcome measures to demonstrate effective treatment.
Provision of a high standard of clinical care and assist in maintaining service delivery in rehabilitation.
Ability to work within duty Co-ordinator role using prioritisation and delegation skills enabling effective screening of referrals.
Demonstrate sound knowledge of therapy interventions for older people (i.e. Otago exercise programmes for falls)
Able to identify and formulate with client/carer SMART therapy goals using assessment information and appropriate outcome measures.
Undertake Risk assessment for equipment.
To assess for and order a wide range of equipment to promote independence in line with the policies and procedures of the ICES within their authorised budgetary limit.
To provide support and supervision to Health Care Assistants within the team as required.
To organise own workload and establish priorities (and Health Care Assistant when appropriate), in collaboration with Therapy Team leader.
To portray a positive image of the Integrated team at all times.
To be able to work unsupervised.
To maintain and improve IT skills effectively and contribute to statistical and audit returns as necessary .To submit statistical information as required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To undertake patient/client visits as a member of the multidisciplinary team further developing skills in assessment, planning, delivery, evaluation of patient/clients health and well-being needs.
To carry out non-complex assessments within scope of practice and as required meet the needs of the patient.
To provide direct care and support to patients in their own homes.
To identify changes in patients conditions and recognise within the post holders capabilities, when to inform a senior clinician.
To communicate in a timely and comprehensive way with members of the Multidisciplinary team.
To be competent in essential technical skills.
To give advice and support to patients/carers that reflects the care plan and provides a level of knowledge and experience to reassure the patient/carer and is within the competence of the post holder.
To organise own work load and establish priorities
To be able to work unsupervised in patients homes.
Able to organise therapeutic individual sessions with a designated caseload of clients using specific technical knowledge and skills
To use skills to interpret and analyse clinical, social, and environmental factors to contribute to the best course of therapy intervention and development of treatment and discharge plan.
Ability to use a variety of clinical outcome measures to demonstrate effective treatment.
Provision of a high standard of clinical care and assist in maintaining service delivery in rehabilitation.
Ability to work within duty Co-ordinator role using prioritisation and delegation skills enabling effective screening of referrals.
Demonstrate sound knowledge of therapy interventions for older people (i.e. Otago exercise programmes for falls)
Able to identify and formulate with client/carer SMART therapy goals using assessment information and appropriate outcome measures.
Undertake Risk assessment for equipment.
To assess for and order a wide range of equipment to promote independence in line with the policies and procedures of the ICES within their authorised budgetary limit.
To provide support and supervision to Health Care Assistants within the team as required.
To organise own workload and establish priorities (and Health Care Assistant when appropriate), in collaboration with Therapy Team leader.
To portray a positive image of the Integrated team at all times.
To be able to work unsupervised.
To maintain and improve IT skills effectively and contribute to statistical and audit returns as necessary .To submit statistical information as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (A-C) English/Maths or equivalent
- Minimum Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent higher apprenticeship
- A willingness to undertake further training and learn new skills
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working as a therapy support worker or equivalent (band 3)
- To have a knowledge of assistive equipment and minor adaptations
- To understand the concepts of rehabilitation
- To have experience of working in a relevant healthcare settings
- To have experience of effectively managing own caseload
- To have an ability to deal with pressurised/unexpected situations
- To have evidence of continuing personal and appropriate judgments and decisions
- Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Aware of health and safety requirements
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Keyboard skills / use of software programmes e.g. Word, Excel
- Ability to work independently and with resources using own initiative as required.
- Must be able to demonstrate their contribution to the team as a therapy assistant
Desirable
- Interacts well with others and team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to recognise limits of practice.
- Demonstrates commitment to personal development
Other
Essential
- Car driver and has the use of own vehicle
- The post holder's hours will be scheduled over 7 days which will involve weekend working
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE (A-C) English/Maths or equivalent
- Minimum Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent higher apprenticeship
- A willingness to undertake further training and learn new skills
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working as a therapy support worker or equivalent (band 3)
- To have a knowledge of assistive equipment and minor adaptations
- To understand the concepts of rehabilitation
- To have experience of working in a relevant healthcare settings
- To have experience of effectively managing own caseload
- To have an ability to deal with pressurised/unexpected situations
- To have evidence of continuing personal and appropriate judgments and decisions
- Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team
- Aware of health and safety requirements
Skills
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Keyboard skills / use of software programmes e.g. Word, Excel
- Ability to work independently and with resources using own initiative as required.
- Must be able to demonstrate their contribution to the team as a therapy assistant
Desirable
- Interacts well with others and team
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to recognise limits of practice.
- Demonstrates commitment to personal development
Other
Essential
- Car driver and has the use of own vehicle
- The post holder's hours will be scheduled over 7 days which will involve weekend working
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hartshill Health Centre,
Sidhu Close,
Hartshill, Nuneaton
CV10 0GQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hartshill Health Centre,
Sidhu Close,
Hartshill, Nuneaton
CV10 0GQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2446041
Job summary
For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
Estates Department
Plumbing and Heating engineer
Due to a re-organisation of the Estates Department there is a vacancy for a Plumbing and Heating engineer.
Hours - 37.5 hours per week
Salary £32,131.20 (negotiable on experience) plus 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays and voluntary pension scheme.
The role is Monday- Friday with opportunities for overtime and weekend working, plus participation of an emergency on call rota.
Start and finishing times 8.00 am to 4.00 pm.
The SWFTCS Estates Department provides a comprehensive maintenance repair and installation service of building, grounds, engineering services and associated equipment throughout the SWFT Trust.
Please contact Steve Dyer for an informal chat on 07765705150
Main duties of the job
To work autonomously as a specialist Mechanical craftsperson's area of expertise, (Plumbing and Heating) planning and responding to Planned Preventive Maintenance and emergency calls. The post requires frequent concentration to diagnose complex faults and the adaptability to respond to frequent interruptions and deal with unplanned maintenance issues.
About us
SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick and Stratford and Nuneaton hospitals; estates and facilities management at Stratford hospital, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub; private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.
Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.
There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.
A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.
Where is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.
Details
Date posted
23 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£32,131.20 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-SWFTCS291-A
Job locations
Warwick Hospital
Lakin road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Technical/Operational
To take responsibility for complex diagnostic fault finding, problem solving and repair and maintenance of equipment.
To undertake servicing and installation of equipment and systems within the Trust and in other properties maintained by the Maintenance Department. Including Water Systems, Natural Gas appliances/equipment, HVAC, Steam raising Plant, Refrigeration, Medical Gas Systems, Mechanical Pressure Systems, Oil fired plant, Drainage and Decontamination etc.
To carry out new work or undertake new production appropriate to his/her original trade using relevant instruments and machinery without supervision. This may include the manufacture, assembly, erection and installation of new work using own initiative, experience and judgement.
To analyse and diagnose plant problems using Building Management System
To effect temporary repairs/ make safe works in emergency situations. Report and facilitate all repairs as necessary.
To undertake condition surveys of equipment and acceptance testing of new equipment To act as nominated competent person in own specialist trained areas for statutory standards in line with appropriate HTM standard.
To undertake the role of an emergency engineer in an emergency on-call system covering all properties maintained by the Trust and as specified by the Estates Supervisor.
To act as nominated competent person in own specialist trained areas for statutory standards in line with appropriate HTM standard.
To undertake the role of an emergency engineer in an emergency on-call system covering all properties maintained by the Trust and as specified by the Estates Supervisor.
Communications/Organisational
To liaise with front line clinical staff to understand and communicate issues relating to complex engineering plant and equipment.
To prioritize and plan own workload, taking responsibility for assessing and re-allocating duties in response to priority, in liaison with Supervisor.
To train less experienced maintenance staff in using complex engineering plant and equipment.
Co-ordinate the work of contractors and supervise the work of junior maintenance staff and contractors on a day to day basis.
To contribute to the development of plant maintenance procedures.
To take responsibility for purchase of spares and materials using allocated Trust purchase cards, coding expenditure to appropriate works docket.
To use computerized Planet (CAFM) system to record all hours and materials used for each work order
Job description
Job responsibilities
Technical/Operational
To take responsibility for complex diagnostic fault finding, problem solving and repair and maintenance of equipment.
To undertake servicing and installation of equipment and systems within the Trust and in other properties maintained by the Maintenance Department. Including Water Systems, Natural Gas appliances/equipment, HVAC, Steam raising Plant, Refrigeration, Medical Gas Systems, Mechanical Pressure Systems, Oil fired plant, Drainage and Decontamination etc.
To carry out new work or undertake new production appropriate to his/her original trade using relevant instruments and machinery without supervision. This may include the manufacture, assembly, erection and installation of new work using own initiative, experience and judgement.
To analyse and diagnose plant problems using Building Management System
To effect temporary repairs/ make safe works in emergency situations. Report and facilitate all repairs as necessary.
To undertake condition surveys of equipment and acceptance testing of new equipment To act as nominated competent person in own specialist trained areas for statutory standards in line with appropriate HTM standard.
To undertake the role of an emergency engineer in an emergency on-call system covering all properties maintained by the Trust and as specified by the Estates Supervisor.
To act as nominated competent person in own specialist trained areas for statutory standards in line with appropriate HTM standard.
To undertake the role of an emergency engineer in an emergency on-call system covering all properties maintained by the Trust and as specified by the Estates Supervisor.
Communications/Organisational
To liaise with front line clinical staff to understand and communicate issues relating to complex engineering plant and equipment.
To prioritize and plan own workload, taking responsibility for assessing and re-allocating duties in response to priority, in liaison with Supervisor.
To train less experienced maintenance staff in using complex engineering plant and equipment.
Co-ordinate the work of contractors and supervise the work of junior maintenance staff and contractors on a day to day basis.
To contribute to the development of plant maintenance procedures.
To take responsibility for purchase of spares and materials using allocated Trust purchase cards, coding expenditure to appropriate works docket.
To use computerized Planet (CAFM) system to record all hours and materials used for each work order
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Plumbing Advanced craft
- Certificate including
- Installation/maintenance of heating systems & appliances
- Water Hygiene awareness training
- Asbestos Awareness
Desirable
- Heating & Ventilation (HVAC) CP
- Unvented Hot water Systems
- Gas Safe Accreditation
- Decontamination (Porous load Sterilizers/washer disinfectors)
- Steam BOAS Accreditation
- Health & Safety awareness
- Medical Gas (MGCP)
Experience
Essential
- Significant commercial & domestic trade experience
- Demonstrate evidence of working processes in a highly regulated environment
- Fault finding and installation
- Practical & theoretical experience in domestic, plus Commercial industries.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills - able to communicate complex technical and safety information to other staff, contractors, patients
- Able to work on own initiative.
- Team player.
- Must have excellent IT skills
- Good organisational skills - able to prioritise and work to deadlines
- To effectively plan/schedule workloads from CAFM system - including Planned Maintenance & breakdowns
- Analytical skills for complex problem solving, fault diagnosis, risk assessment of complex multi-faceted equipment
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Pleasant and professional manner.
- Conscientious and reliable.
- Able to use fine tools and electronic equipment.
Other
Essential
- Full clean driving licence.
- To participate in an emergency on call rota.
- Good presentation
- Frequent requirement to exert physical effort for several long periods in shift.
- Frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions.(i.e. Confined spaces)
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Plumbing Advanced craft
- Certificate including
- Installation/maintenance of heating systems & appliances
- Water Hygiene awareness training
- Asbestos Awareness
Desirable
- Heating & Ventilation (HVAC) CP
- Unvented Hot water Systems
- Gas Safe Accreditation
- Decontamination (Porous load Sterilizers/washer disinfectors)
- Steam BOAS Accreditation
- Health & Safety awareness
- Medical Gas (MGCP)
Experience
Essential
- Significant commercial & domestic trade experience
- Demonstrate evidence of working processes in a highly regulated environment
- Fault finding and installation
- Practical & theoretical experience in domestic, plus Commercial industries.
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills - able to communicate complex technical and safety information to other staff, contractors, patients
- Able to work on own initiative.
- Team player.
- Must have excellent IT skills
- Good organisational skills - able to prioritise and work to deadlines
- To effectively plan/schedule workloads from CAFM system - including Planned Maintenance & breakdowns
- Analytical skills for complex problem solving, fault diagnosis, risk assessment of complex multi-faceted equipment
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Pleasant and professional manner.
- Conscientious and reliable.
- Able to use fine tools and electronic equipment.
Other
Essential
- Full clean driving licence.
- To participate in an emergency on call rota.
- Good presentation
- Frequent requirement to exert physical effort for several long periods in shift.
- Frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions.(i.e. Confined spaces)
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Consultant Geriatrician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2445890
Job summary
We are looking for a committed and passionate colleague to support and develop our Acute Frailty Service at Warwick hospital. The job is offered as a full-time post (10PA's). The appointed consultant will play a key role in the treatment of older adults accessing emergency care. They will work closely with our emergency, acute medicine and community teams to complete comprehensive geriatric assessment of frail older adults in crisis. This is an established service with excellent potential for ongoing development.
The post is open to applicants with Geriatrics and General internal medicine CCT or within 6 months of expected CCT completion at the time of interview. The posts include a GIM on call commitment.
Main duties of the job
This post offers an exciting opportunity to join a cohesive, innovative and rapidly developing team of geriatricians providing a range of high quality services to older adults across the South Warwickshire area.
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust is a leading innovator in the development and evolution of services tailored to the needs of the older adults it serves. We have a nationally recognised acute frailty service that features a frailty assessment area, virtual ward, community urgent response team and close links to West Midlands Ambulance Service. There is excellent organisational support and investment focused on delivering high quality services across secondary and community care. In addition the department has a close relationship with Warwick and Buckingham Medical Schools with great opportunities to be involved with undergraduate medical education and research.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
23 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
Depending on experience Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-M1956
Job locations
SWFT
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Purpose of the Post and specific responsibilities:
Since 2016 the Acute Frailty team at Warwick hospital have successfully introduced several service developments including a daily parallel rapid access frailty take; a dedicated Frailty Assessment Area (Same Day Emergency Care); a frailty virtual ward and a frailty advice line for the ambulance service to avoid conveyance and promote care in the community. We are an integrated trust with responsibility for providing community services in the South Warwickshire area.
The appointed consultant will play a key role in contributing to the Acute Frailty service and providing care for frail older adults accessing urgent care at the Trust. They will be expected to lead a multidisciplinary team operating across the Frailty Assessment Area, Acute frailty ward base, Acute Medicine, the Emergency Department and Community services (UCR).
The appointed consultant will be expected to, support the evolution of the Acute Frailty service including the introduction of new technologies, expansion of capacity, data collection, project work and development of workforce.
Job description Job responsibilities Purpose of the Post and specific responsibilities: Since 2016 the Acute Frailty team at Warwick hospital have successfully introduced several service developments including a daily parallel rapid access frailty take; a dedicated Frailty Assessment Area (Same Day Emergency Care); a frailty virtual ward and a frailty advice line for the ambulance service to avoid conveyance and promote care in the community. We are an integrated trust with responsibility for providing community services in the South Warwickshire area. The appointed consultant will play a key role in contributing to the Acute Frailty service and providing care for frail older adults accessing urgent care at the Trust. They will be expected to lead a multidisciplinary team operating across the Frailty Assessment Area, Acute frailty ward base, Acute Medicine, the Emergency Department and Community services (UCR). The appointed consultant will be expected to, support the evolution of the Acute Frailty service including the introduction of new technologies, expansion of capacity, data collection, project work and development of workforce.
Person Specification
Professional Experience
Essential
- Eligible for the specialist register in Care of the Elderly (with general medicine) or within 6 months of CCT Date
- Expressed interest in undergraduate and postgraduate education
Desirable
- Demonstrable commitment to teaching and mentoring of medics in training and other members of the MDT
Person Specification Professional Experience Essential Eligible for the specialist register in Care of the Elderly (with general medicine) or within 6 months of CCT Date Expressed interest in undergraduate and postgraduate education Desirable Demonstrable commitment to teaching and mentoring of medics in training and other members of the MDT
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
SWFT
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
SWFT
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Locum Consultant Obstetrics and Gynaecology Interest in Fetal Medicine
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 7 day(s) ago
Reference: 2445859
Job summary
The successful candidate will participate in a 1 in 10 on-call rota for Labour ward and Gynecology on call. On call has to be swapped well in advance if there is a need to take Annual or Study leave. Weekends will include Direct Clinical Care sessions with twice daily ward rounds in line with the Ockendon recommendations. The other weeks will have the rest of the clinical sessions and supporting activities when it is expected that annual leave will be taken.
The successful candidate must have extensive experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. The candidate must demonstrate an ability to work as part of the broad consultant team, with the expectation that further changes will occur in all job plans as the department develops. They will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide continuity of care for patients in this Trust.
Supporting professional activities (SPAs) are expected to be worked on site unless agreed otherwise with the Clinical Director and specified in the job plan. SPAs include administration audit, research, teaching and self-organized Continuing Medical Education (CME).
Main duties of the job
Support the department in meeting the challenging key performance indicators.
Deliver agreed standards of care and work to achieve 60-hour consultant presence on delivery suite.
Support delivery of activity targets in partnership with Clinical Commissioning Groups and support service developments, where possible.
Allow flexibility and provide cover for consultant colleagues as appropriate and in accordance with Divisional arrangements and Trust Policy.
Provide professional supervision, direction and training for junior medical staff.
Take an active role in audit, research, bedside and teaching sessions.
Participate in the on-call and night shift rota for Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
Participate in plans to lead to cost efficiencies across the Department.
Contribute to the Clinical Governance activities of the Trust to maintain the quality standards of clinical services.
Ensure Continuing Professional Development targets are achieved.
Take part in the revalidation and annual appraisal processes.
Ensure that there are adequate arrangements for hospital staff involved in the care of patients to be able to contact you when necessary.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
23 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
Depending on experience per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-S1959
Job locations
South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Applicants should possess the MRCOG
Applicants will need to be registered with the Continued Professional Development (CPD) program run by the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (RCOG) and to participate in GMC revalidation, the Trusts annual consultant appraisal, general and directorate specific audit and clinical governance programs.
Job description Job responsibilities Applicants should possess the MRCOG Applicants will need to be registered with the Continued Professional Development (CPD) program run by the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (RCOG) and to participate in GMC revalidation, the Trusts annual consultant appraisal, general and directorate specific audit and clinical governance programs.
Person Specification
essential
Essential
- Full GMC Registration
- ATSMs in advanced labour ward practice or equivalent and any other special interest
- Entry onto the GMC Specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Person Specification essential Essential Full GMC Registration ATSMs in advanced labour ward practice or equivalent and any other special interest Entry onto the GMC Specialist register or eligibility for entry within 6 months of the date of the AAC
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
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https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Assistant Practitioner - Community Recovery Service Therapy
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 8 day(s) ago
Reference: 2445637
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for you to be part of our Community Recovery Service (CRS) - a national frontrunner community discharge programme. SWFT was one of only 6 NHS trusts selected to act as national 'Discharge Frontrunners' leading the way to explore new long-term initiatives to free up hospital beds and enhance community rehabilitation.
CRS is a discharge to assess service in Warwickshire to enable all people in an acute hospital, who need further support, to access timely therapeutic intermediate care services on discharge.
We are looking to recruit a Band 4 Assistant Practitioner to be part of this exciting service covering the Stratford Locality area. As this is a community role, access to a own transport is essential.
We are looking for a candidate with experience working within a therapy team and ideally in a community setting.
Main duties of the job
The role of the Assistant Practitioner is to deliver a high quality, caring and compassionate patient care. The post holder will be undertake assessment, implementation and evaluation of patient care needs for a defined group of patients under the indirect supervision of a registered professional in their specialist area. The post holders are required to work as part of a team committed to delivering and improving a high standard of nursing care within South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.
Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
Details
Date posted
23 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-CS1303
Job locations
Stratford Hospital
Arden Street
Stratford-upon-avon
CV37 6NX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional Values
To ensure Trust standards and values are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire Foundation Trust.
Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act.
Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment.
To report any accidents or incidents via the DATIX incident reporting system and/or to an appropriate registered professional, ensuring an open and transparent culture.
To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, always maintaining a smart appearance.
To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage.
To ensure children and adults and protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
Clinical Practice
Take responsibility for care and welfare of a defined caseload of patients/clients within your area of work.
Continuously assess, implement, and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes / methods of care agreed by a registered professional.
To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern.
Never undertake anything beyond your own level of competency.
To ensure delivery of high-quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures, and guidelines.
To accurately document all care delivered to patients, always maintaining confidentiality.
Participate in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives.
To adhere to Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to the area of work, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
To support relatives as required demonstrating compassion and empathy.
Provide supervision and support to junior support and care staff as required.
Communications and Interpersonal Relationships
To communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives on an individual or group basis to maximise rehabilitation potential through verbal and non-verbal methods. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation, and reassurance.
Always introduce yourself in line with the Trust privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.
Communicate effectively and professionally with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned, coordinated and communicated.
Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care always maintaining confidentiality.
Use the Trust information support systems and other computer systems as required by the clinical area.
Team Working
To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team.
Support and cooperate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that all statutory and Trust regulations are complied with.
Participate in research and audit as required by the multidisciplinary team to ensure standards of patient care are monitored and improved.
Education, Training and Personal Development
To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions i.e. infection control, resuscitation and moving and handling training.
To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker Induction programme.
To successfully complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks of commencing employment.
To ensure maintenance and development of individual competence knowledge and skill.
As a competent practitioner, teach and provide supervision to appropriate junior staff.
To participate in and undertake appropriate training and development activities including IT and clinical skills.
Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Professional Values
To ensure Trust standards and values are maintained and monitored to improve the quality of care to all who come into contact with the services provided by South Warwickshire Foundation Trust.
Ensure records and documentation are maintained, kept confidential, and meets appropriate Trust standards, and in line with the Data Protection Act.
Demonstrates a positive and enthusiastic approach to their work in order to maintain high morale and motivation within the department. Promoting a professional and positive working environment.
To report any accidents or incidents via the DATIX incident reporting system and/or to an appropriate registered professional, ensuring an open and transparent culture.
To adhere to the Trusts dress code policy, always maintaining a smart appearance.
To adhere to the Trusts IT policies regarding e-mail and internet usage.
To ensure children and adults and protected from abuse and avoidable harm and report any safeguarding concerns in accordance with Trust policies and procedures.
Clinical Practice
Take responsibility for care and welfare of a defined caseload of patients/clients within your area of work.
Continuously assess, implement, and evaluate treatment, using appropriate programmes / methods of care agreed by a registered professional.
To report to the registered professional any patient who gives cause for concern.
Never undertake anything beyond your own level of competency.
To ensure delivery of high-quality care in accordance with Trust policies, procedures, and guidelines.
To accurately document all care delivered to patients, always maintaining confidentiality.
Participate in activities to improve the quality, productivity and effectiveness of care in response to local and national policies and initiatives.
To adhere to Infection Prevention and Control policies relevant to the area of work, demonstrating an understanding of cross infection.
To support relatives as required demonstrating compassion and empathy.
Provide supervision and support to junior support and care staff as required.
Communications and Interpersonal Relationships
To communicate effectively with patients, carers and relatives on an individual or group basis to maximise rehabilitation potential through verbal and non-verbal methods. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation, and reassurance.
Always introduce yourself in line with the Trust privacy and dignity promises and the principles of good customer service.
Communicate effectively and professionally with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure that patient care is well planned, coordinated and communicated.
Contribute to the reporting, handover and documentation of patient care always maintaining confidentiality.
Use the Trust information support systems and other computer systems as required by the clinical area.
Team Working
To act in a professional manner, and as a role model, at all times, leading by example to junior members of the team.
Support and cooperate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure that all statutory and Trust regulations are complied with.
Participate in research and audit as required by the multidisciplinary team to ensure standards of patient care are monitored and improved.
Education, Training and Personal Development
To ensure attendance at mandatory training sessions i.e. infection control, resuscitation and moving and handling training.
To complete the Trusts Clinical Support Worker Induction programme.
To successfully complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks of commencing employment.
To ensure maintenance and development of individual competence knowledge and skill.
As a competent practitioner, teach and provide supervision to appropriate junior staff.
To participate in and undertake appropriate training and development activities including IT and clinical skills.
Maintain up to date knowledge of changes in policies and procedures relevant to the post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent
- Minimum Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent higher apprenticeship
- Care Certificate or willingness to work towards attaining it
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in delivering care and working in a healthcare, people centred environment
- Experience working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience in supervising others at work
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of competence in patient assessment skills
- Evidence of specialist extended skills and competencies
- Evidence of regular updates and utilisation of specialist skills and competencies
- Able to implement and evaluate treatment
- Able to recognise when escalation to a registered professional is required
- Able to delegate work appropriately
- Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Competent IT skills
- Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Able to work autonomously
- Ability to write accurate and legibly in patient notes
Desirable
- Experience of supervising others
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team
- Compassionate and caring nature
- Empathetic
- Reliable
Other
Essential
- Passes pre-employment checks
- Able to work flexibly over 24 hour period
- Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Able, with appropriate support, to work in an emotionally demanding environment
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Obtained an educational level of GCSE level A - C English and Maths or equivalent
- Minimum Foundation Degree in Health and Social Care or equivalent higher apprenticeship
- Care Certificate or willingness to work towards attaining it
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in delivering care and working in a healthcare, people centred environment
- Experience working as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience in supervising others at work
Skills
Essential
- Evidence of competence in patient assessment skills
- Evidence of specialist extended skills and competencies
- Evidence of regular updates and utilisation of specialist skills and competencies
- Able to implement and evaluate treatment
- Able to recognise when escalation to a registered professional is required
- Able to delegate work appropriately
- Good written, verbal and non-verbal communication skills
- Competent IT skills
- Able to present information, written and orally in an accurate clear and logical manner
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload
- Able to work autonomously
- Ability to write accurate and legibly in patient notes
Desirable
- Experience of supervising others
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team
- Compassionate and caring nature
- Empathetic
- Reliable
Other
Essential
- Passes pre-employment checks
- Able to work flexibly over 24 hour period
- Able to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities
- Able, with appropriate support, to work in an emotionally demanding environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stratford Hospital
Arden Street
Stratford-upon-avon
CV37 6NX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stratford Hospital
Arden Street
Stratford-upon-avon
CV37 6NX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Triage Clinician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 8 day(s) ago
Reference: 2444990
Job summary
Base - Heathcote House/ Agile Homeworking
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced nurse to join a well-established team working within the iSPA Integrated Care Co-ordination Service (ICC).
The teams role is to triage all urgent referrals who require an urgent or same day responsefrom the Urgent Community Response Teams (UCR). ICC also have the ability to sign postto an alternative more appropriate service or provide clinical advice only if required.
Your role will be to safely triage using a sound clinical knowledge base, monitor and triage ambulance referrals through the CAD portal, refer, allocate and support access to out of hospital services, primary and secondary care.
Clinicians will use their sound clinical knowledge and risk assessment skills to clinically triage and clearly identify urgent and non-urgent patient referrals allocating and arranging visits to our patients within the community setting.
ICC are at the forefront of technology with OOHCC and are always looking at interactive resources and systems to provide a smart and efficient service.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will use their sound clinical knowledge and risk assessment skills to prioritise referrals through the clinical triage service as necessary.
The Post holder will effectively coordinate the resources available within Out of Hospital services to maximise access to services or signpost to other appropriate services available.
The post holder will ensure that all contacts with the clinical triage services reach an effective and appropriate outcome for the patient.
Organisational
To provide managerial support to the team including Performance Development Reviews, Clinical Supervision and Recruitment and Selection
To provide leadership to the clinical team
To provide knowledge and guidance with respect of clinical health services and to ensure and facilitate an effective interface between primary care services and out of hospital services
Contribute towards ensuring the AHP & Nursing Strategy is implemented.
Participate in the development, training and mentorship of pre-registration students/medical students and staff as required including induction and preceptorship programmes
To provide assistance with the resolution of complaints within the clinical speciality, or sphere of responsibility
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
23 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
Reference number
203-CS1302
Job locations
Clinical Triage Team F68204
Heathcote House, Heathcote Lane,
Warwick
CV34 6SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To signpost, refer and support access to out of hospital services, primary and secondary care.
To clearly identify urgent andco, non-urgent referrals and allocate patient to the appropriate pathway as appropriate
To interrogate the Trusts Information systems with the purpose of eliciting patient information to support the decision-making process
To liaise with relevant Health Care Professionals and Carers (with appropriate consent) to elicit relevant patient information which supports the decision making process
To work collaboratively with colleagues to provide a high-quality clinical triage service to the Trusts other Health care Professionals
To build close working relationships with the referral sources by assisting in the development of pathways from the Clinical Triage team to other providers and agencies to ensure that effective sign posting, and pathways are maintained.
Act in accordance with current local Warwickshire Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Trust guidelines/policy to protect vulnerable adults
Act within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and/or another Professional Group
Communication
Develop and maintain effective communication networks including within complex situations, with service users, health care professionals and other statutory and voluntary organisations.
Receives highly sensitive information on a daily basis from a variety of referral sources both external and internal
The post holder will communicate effectively by telephone, letter, email and fax
Communicates effectively at all levels
Clinician is responsible for gathering and imparting information at all levels
Use effective communication skills, both oral and in written format, to communicate complex, sensitive and often contentious information to a wide range of people including, clinical and non-clinical staff.
Analysis and Judgement
Promotes and maintains accurate record keeping and conforms to SWFT policy, professional group policy and data protection legislation.
Uses resources effectively and being aware of budgetary constraints including ordering of equipment.
Planning and Organisational Skills
Supervise and direct work undertaken by other members of the skill mix team on a daily basis.
Direct responsibility for the day to day peer supervision and performance of the clinical triage team.
Responsibility for Patient Care
Acts as patients advocate where appropriate.
Be proactive in offering health promotion and participate in health promotion activities where appropriate.
Policy and Service Development
Understanding of national policy and guidance with the ability to interpret and implement at service level
Participate in and contribute to service redesign and policy development to benefit patient care.
Responsibility for Human Resources
To identify workforce planning issues and actively participate in the recruitment, selection and retention of clinical staff.
Ensure team members are up to date with mandatory and statutory training
Responsible for Performance Development Reviews for staff within the team.
Professional Responsibilities and Freedom to Act
The post holder will be expected to undertake Clinical Triage and make decisions based on good Information and thus will be responsible for information gathering.
The post holder will be expected to make complex decisions on the information gathered
The post holder will have sole responsibility within agreed guidance regarding decision
The post holder will be supervised by a designated Team Manager
The post holder will be advised by the Team manager
The post holder is an autonomous clinician and will work within the local and national guidelines expected for the position
Undertakes clinical assessments
Interpret national guidance on NMC guidelines and/or other Professional Groups
Promote and participate in clinical supervision
Maintain clinical and professional competencies in accordance with relevant statutory legislation and guidance relevant to health professionals and their services
Responsibility for Research & Development
Ensure standards, protocols and policies are evidence based and applied to practice
Keep abreast of current clinical issues thus always promoting best practice
Critique and use research to inform practice
Participates and leads when appropriate in clinical audits
General
The Trust endorses the principle of whether people smoke or not is a matter of personal choice but where they smoke is a matter of public concern. The policy on smoking and health protects non-smokers and requires that all Trust premises are smoke free.
Physical and Mental Effort
The post holder may be required to operate as a lone worker in accordance with Trust policies and procedures
The post holder will be required to concentrate for prolonged periods of time
The post holder will be required to work at a pace to manage periods of high volume of calls as required.
The post holder will be required to complete clinical triage process with the ability to focus on multiple computer systems in tandem.
Organisational Responsibilities
Information Security and Confidentiality
During the course of your employment you may have access to, see or hear information of a confidential nature and you are required not to disclose such information, particularly relating to patients or staff. All person identifiable information must be held in the strictest confidence and should be disclosed only to authorised people in accordance with NHS Confidentiality Guidelines and the Data Protection Act 1998 unless explicit written consent has been give by the person identified, or where information sharing protocols exist.
Standards for Better Health
The Standards for Better Health works as a framework for continuous improvement in quality of the care that people receive. As an employee you will be expected to work within this framework and assist with the process of ensuring that the Trust offers effective and high-quality services.
Risk Management
Staff at all levels has a responsibility for ensuring that risks are managed at work group and local level. This process will include the assessment and effective control of all acceptable risk situations.
As an employee you will be expected to maintain a high level of awareness and assist in the process of reporting incidents, assessing risks and reporting unsafe occurrences and co-operate with any investigations undertaken.
Employees will be required to adhere to all Trust policies and procedures and attend statutory and mandatory training.
Equality & Diversity Aims
As a member of staff at the Trust you have a personal responsibility to ensure you do not discriminate, harass or bully or contribute to the discrimination, harassment or bullying of any colleague(s), patients, carers or visitors or condone discrimination, harassment or bullying by others.
Standards of Business Conduct & Conflict of Interest
The NHS Code of Conduct and Standards of Business conduct for NHS Staff require all employees to declare all situations where you or a close relative or associate has a controlling interest in a business [such as a private company, public organisation or other NHS or voluntary organisation] or in any activity which may compete for any NHS contracts to supply goods or services to the Trust. All such interests must be declared in WCHs register of interests either on appointment or when such interests are gained.
Job description Job responsibilities To signpost, refer and support access to out of hospital services, primary and secondary care. To clearly identify urgent andco, non-urgent referrals and allocate patient to the appropriate pathway as appropriate To interrogate the Trusts Information systems with the purpose of eliciting patient information to support the decision-making process To liaise with relevant Health Care Professionals and Carers (with appropriate consent) to elicit relevant patient information which supports the decision making process To work collaboratively with colleagues to provide a high-quality clinical triage service to the Trusts other Health care Professionals To build close working relationships with the referral sources by assisting in the development of pathways from the Clinical Triage team to other providers and agencies to ensure that effective sign posting, and pathways are maintained. Act in accordance with current local Warwickshire Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Trust guidelines/policy to protect vulnerable adults Act within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and/or another Professional Group Communication Develop and maintain effective communication networks including within complex situations, with service users, health care professionals and other statutory and voluntary organisations. Receives highly sensitive information on a daily basis from a variety of referral sources both external and internal The post holder will communicate effectively by telephone, letter, email and fax Communicates effectively at all levels Clinician is responsible for gathering and imparting information at all levels Use effective communication skills, both oral and in written format, to communicate complex, sensitive and often contentious information to a wide range of people including, clinical and non-clinical staff. Analysis and Judgement Promotes and maintains accurate record keeping and conforms to SWFT policy, professional group policy and data protection legislation. Uses resources effectively and being aware of budgetary constraints including ordering of equipment. Planning and Organisational Skills Supervise and direct work undertaken by other members of the skill mix team on a daily basis. Direct responsibility for the day to day peer supervision and performance of the clinical triage team. Responsibility for Patient Care Acts as patients advocate where appropriate. Be proactive in offering health promotion and participate in health promotion activities where appropriate. Policy and Service Development Understanding of national policy and guidance with the ability to interpret and implement at service level Participate in and contribute to service redesign and policy development to benefit patient care. Responsibility for Human Resources To identify workforce planning issues and actively participate in the recruitment, selection and retention of clinical staff. Ensure team members are up to date with mandatory and statutory training Responsible for Performance Development Reviews for staff within the team. Professional Responsibilities and Freedom to Act The post holder will be expected to undertake Clinical Triage and make decisions based on good Information and thus will be responsible for information gathering. The post holder will be expected to make complex decisions on the information gathered The post holder will have sole responsibility within agreed guidance regarding decision The post holder will be supervised by a designated Team Manager The post holder will be advised by the Team manager The post holder is an autonomous clinician and will work within the local and national guidelines expected for the position Undertakes clinical assessments Interpret national guidance on NMC guidelines and/or other Professional Groups Promote and participate in clinical supervision Maintain clinical and professional competencies in accordance with relevant statutory legislation and guidance relevant to health professionals and their services Responsibility for Research & Development Ensure standards, protocols and policies are evidence based and applied to practice Keep abreast of current clinical issues thus always promoting best practice Critique and use research to inform practice Participates and leads when appropriate in clinical audits General The Trust endorses the principle of whether people smoke or not is a matter of personal choice but where they smoke is a matter of public concern. The policy on smoking and health protects non-smokers and requires that all Trust premises are smoke free. Physical and Mental Effort The post holder may be required to operate as a lone worker in accordance with Trust policies and procedures The post holder will be required to concentrate for prolonged periods of time The post holder will be required to work at a pace to manage periods of high volume of calls as required. The post holder will be required to complete clinical triage process with the ability to focus on multiple computer systems in tandem. Organisational Responsibilities Information Security and Confidentiality During the course of your employment you may have access to, see or hear information of a confidential nature and you are required not to disclose such information, particularly relating to patients or staff. All person identifiable information must be held in the strictest confidence and should be disclosed only to authorised people in accordance with NHS Confidentiality Guidelines and the Data Protection Act 1998 unless explicit written consent has been give by the person identified, or where information sharing protocols exist. Standards for Better Health The Standards for Better Health works as a framework for continuous improvement in quality of the care that people receive. As an employee you will be expected to work within this framework and assist with the process of ensuring that the Trust offers effective and high-quality services. Risk Management Staff at all levels has a responsibility for ensuring that risks are managed at work group and local level. This process will include the assessment and effective control of all acceptable risk situations. As an employee you will be expected to maintain a high level of awareness and assist in the process of reporting incidents, assessing risks and reporting unsafe occurrences and co-operate with any investigations undertaken. Employees will be required to adhere to all Trust policies and procedures and attend statutory and mandatory training. Equality & Diversity Aims As a member of staff at the Trust you have a personal responsibility to ensure you do not discriminate, harass or bully or contribute to the discrimination, harassment or bullying of any colleague(s), patients, carers or visitors or condone discrimination, harassment or bullying by others. Standards of Business Conduct & Conflict of Interest The NHS Code of Conduct and Standards of Business conduct for NHS Staff require all employees to declare all situations where you or a close relative or associate has a controlling interest in a business [such as a private company, public organisation or other NHS or voluntary organisation] or in any activity which may compete for any NHS contracts to supply goods or services to the Trust. All such interests must be declared in WCHs register of interests either on appointment or when such interests are gained.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered General Nurse, NMC registered
- Degree in Professional Nursing/Health Studies
- Additional postgraduate specialist training or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Mentoring and Assessing qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of successful completion of a leadership course, eg. Mary Seacole, LEO
Experience
Essential
- Relevant and up to date post registration experience within the speciality e.g Emergency/Urgent Care, District Nursing.
- Experience of triage skills
- Proven leadership skills
- Experience of working in a team environment
- Experience and understanding of audit and evidence-based care
Skills
Essential
- Clinical, leadership and critical analysis skills.
- Proven listening and counselling skills
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical skills Extensive general knowledge of adult health conditions, wound care principles and current best practices of care
- Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills
- Good decision making abilities
- Understanding of change management process
- Team player- able to work well within a team environment
- Proficient IT skills, must be able to work within multiple computer systems, therefore must have confident IT skills
- Ability to write clear documentation and maintain accurate records
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Diplomatic
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and to prioritise work
Other
Essential
- Flexible and positive approach to work
- Able to attend office and/or other SWFT sites, as required.
- Must be a non-smoker during working hours
- Must be willing to undertake Criminal records Bureau Disclosure to Enhanced / Standard level
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered General Nurse, NMC registered Degree in Professional Nursing/Health Studies Additional postgraduate specialist training or equivalent experience Evidence of continued professional development Mentoring and Assessing qualification Desirable Evidence of successful completion of a leadership course, eg. Mary Seacole, LEO Experience Essential Relevant and up to date post registration experience within the speciality e.g Emergency/Urgent Care, District Nursing. Experience of triage skills Proven leadership skills Experience of working in a team environment Experience and understanding of audit and evidence-based care Skills Essential Clinical, leadership and critical analysis skills. Proven listening and counselling skills Up to date knowledge of current clinical skills Extensive general knowledge of adult health conditions, wound care principles and current best practices of care Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills Good decision making abilities Understanding of change management process Team player- able to work well within a team environment Proficient IT skills, must be able to work within multiple computer systems, therefore must have confident IT skills Ability to write clear documentation and maintain accurate records Personal Qualities Essential Diplomatic High level of interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and to prioritise work Other Essential Flexible and positive approach to work Able to attend office and/or other SWFT sites, as required. Must be a non-smoker during working hours Must be willing to undertake Criminal records Bureau Disclosure to Enhanced / Standard level
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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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).
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South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
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Heathcote House, Heathcote Lane,
Warwick
CV34 6SR
United Kingdom
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Heathcote House, Heathcote Lane,
Warwick
CV34 6SR
United Kingdom
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Physiotherapist
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 9 day(s) ago
Reference: 2440970
Job summary
The Rehabilitation and Neurological Physiotherapy Services at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic Band 6 physiotherapist to join our rotational team.
This post offers the opportunity to develop specialist skills across a range of rehabilitation and neurological settings, including :
- CERU (Level 1 Brain Injury Unit)
- Feldon Stroke Rehabilitation Unit
- Community Stroke
- Community Hospital Rehabilitation Wards
- Neurological Outpatients
The rotations span the full rehabilitation pathway, from early and inpatient neurological rehabilitation through to community-based and outpatient services. You will work within supportive, forward-thinking multidisciplinary teams, delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care and contributing to service development.
We are looking for a physiotherapist with a strong interest in neurological and rehabilitation physiotherapy, motivated to develop advanced clinical reasoning skills and experienced in working as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team.
This post will be based in South Warwickshire, with rotations across multiple hospital sites and community locations. Weekend working and participation in relevant on-call or rota systems are required.
Main duties of the job
To provide a high-standard physiotherapy service to patients in a specialist area.
To work as an accountable and autonomous practitioner, holding responsibility for own caseload.
To work in conjunction with the Pathway and Team leads in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the Physiotherapy service within the speciality on a day to day basis.
To take a role in the provision of support and clinical supervision of less experienced physiotherapy staff and undergraduate students.
To deputise for the Team leaders as required.
To keep accurate records of patient contact using written records and electronic data capture.
To contribute to out of hours working as required.
To maintain own competency to practise.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-CS1301
Job locations
Leamington Spa Rehab Hospital
Heathcote Lane
Leamington Spa
CV34 6SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Clinical
To gain informed consent from each patient prior to assessment and treatment. The Physiotherapist should be familiar with and adhere to South Warwickshire Foundation Trust policies on consent.
To undertake a comprehensive Physiotherapy assessment of the individual patient including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies; gaining relevant information by clinical examination; observation, questioning, discussion and manual physiotherapy assessment techniques.
Apply advanced clinical reasoning skills to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition and set therapeutic/rehabilitation objectives.
To formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise programmes or classes, electrotherapy, and other alternative options. Ensuring competency to practice is maintained as appropriate.
To evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes as required.
To formulate a prognosis and recommend best course of interventions developing comprehensive treatments and discharge plans.
To make informed clinical decisions on timely discharge planning and / or referral to other services.
Communication
To communicate the clinical diagnosis and facilitate understanding of a mutually agreed treatment programme to patients and carers.
To communicate effectively with other patients, relatives or carers on a group or individual basis in order to maximise rehabilitative potential through verbal and non- verbal methods. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance or use of behavioural modification techniques.
To communicate with colleagues and other relevant professionals professionally and appropriately and in a timely manner (e.g. medical notes, letters and reports).
To assess individual patients understanding of proposed treatment modalities and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to intervention, in line with Trust policy in gaining consent.
To maintain accurate, legible, comprehensive and contemporaneous documentation, in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Core Standards, Trust policies and legal requirements.
Educational
Participate in staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee and be responsible for complying with agreed personal and professional development programmes to meet knowledge, skills and competency requirements.
To be responsible for maintaining and developing specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice ensuring own competency to practice through CPD activities.
To undertake clinical and professional updating through means identified during the appraisal process.
To develop an individual learning plan, maintain CPD records/portfolio which reflect personal development and provide evidence of how learning is applied to practice.
Be an active member through planning, implementation, attendance at and leading, of the in-service training programmes.
To participate in the clinical supervision of less experienced staff and students through teaching, peer reviews and mentoring.
To be responsible for equipment used in carrying out Physiotherapy duties and to adhere to departmental policy, including competence to use equipment and to ensure the safe use equipment by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice.
Undertake regular measurement, data collection and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice projects, audit and outcome measures either individually or with more senior physiotherapists.
Management/ Professional
To be responsible for: organising and planning own caseload to meet service and patient priorities. Re-adjusting plans as situations change/arise, this may include adapting a new working environment.
To monitor and mentor the caseload of less experience staff providing support and guidance as required.
To be responsible for supervising, teaching and assessing Physiotherapy students to graduate level demonstrating advanced clinical ability and clinical reasoning skills.
To supervise the other staff within the MDT as required e.g. less experienced physiotherapists, TIs, Assistants, Physiotherapy, medical or work experience students ensuring they meet Trust and professional expectations and standards.
To identify opportunities to improve the physiotherapy service and implement changes with senior support in order to provide the best patient care within resources available.
To maintain own competency and to be responsible for the safe and competent use of manual handling, gym and electrotherapy equipment by patients and students/assistants/TIs through teaching, training and supervision of practice.
To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work.
To assess and manage clinical risk within the limits of own scope of practice.
To work within Trust policy and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards. Monitor own and others quality of practice, as appropriate.
To work within CSP, Trust Guidelines, National Clinical Guidelines and National Service Frameworks. To monitor own and others standards of practice, as appropriate.
To set a high personal standard of work and professional attitude and encourage others to do likewise.
To maintain high morale and sound staff relations within the department.
To maintain assessment, treatment and discharge records/reports and follow guidelines, protocols and procedures in accordance with professional (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy), legal and departmental standards.
To contribute to meeting the requirements of the Trusts Corporate Governance agenda.
To be committed to a team approach in order to provide continuity and efficiency of service provision.
To be the first point of contact in dealing with minor complaints from staff, patients and carers/visitors in line with Trust Policy.
To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, including prompt recording and reporting of incidents to senior staff, using the Trust incident reporting system.
Job description Job responsibilities Clinical To gain informed consent from each patient prior to assessment and treatment. The Physiotherapist should be familiar with and adhere to South Warwickshire Foundation Trust policies on consent. To undertake a comprehensive Physiotherapy assessment of the individual patient including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies; gaining relevant information by clinical examination; observation, questioning, discussion and manual physiotherapy assessment techniques. Apply advanced clinical reasoning skills to formulate a clinical diagnosis of their condition and set therapeutic/rehabilitation objectives. To formulate and deliver an individual physiotherapy treatment programme based on specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice and treatment options using clinical skills e.g. manual physiotherapy techniques, patient education, exercise programmes or classes, electrotherapy, and other alternative options. Ensuring competency to practice is maintained as appropriate. To evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes as required. To formulate a prognosis and recommend best course of interventions developing comprehensive treatments and discharge plans. To make informed clinical decisions on timely discharge planning and / or referral to other services. Communication To communicate the clinical diagnosis and facilitate understanding of a mutually agreed treatment programme to patients and carers. To communicate effectively with other patients, relatives or carers on a group or individual basis in order to maximise rehabilitative potential through verbal and non- verbal methods. This may require explanation, instruction, persuasion, motivation, negotiation and reassurance or use of behavioural modification techniques. To communicate with colleagues and other relevant professionals professionally and appropriately and in a timely manner (e.g. medical notes, letters and reports). To assess individual patients understanding of proposed treatment modalities and have the ability to work within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to intervention, in line with Trust policy in gaining consent. To maintain accurate, legible, comprehensive and contemporaneous documentation, in line with the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Core Standards, Trust policies and legal requirements. Educational Participate in staff appraisal scheme as an appraisee and be responsible for complying with agreed personal and professional development programmes to meet knowledge, skills and competency requirements. To be responsible for maintaining and developing specialist knowledge of evidence-based practice ensuring own competency to practice through CPD activities. To undertake clinical and professional updating through means identified during the appraisal process. To develop an individual learning plan, maintain CPD records/portfolio which reflect personal development and provide evidence of how learning is applied to practice. Be an active member through planning, implementation, attendance at and leading, of the in-service training programmes. To participate in the clinical supervision of less experienced staff and students through teaching, peer reviews and mentoring. To be responsible for equipment used in carrying out Physiotherapy duties and to adhere to departmental policy, including competence to use equipment and to ensure the safe use equipment by others through teaching, training and supervision of practice. Undertake regular measurement, data collection and evaluation of your work and current practices through the use of evidence-based practice projects, audit and outcome measures either individually or with more senior physiotherapists. Management/ Professional To be responsible for: organising and planning own caseload to meet service and patient priorities. Re-adjusting plans as situations change/arise, this may include adapting a new working environment. To monitor and mentor the caseload of less experience staff providing support and guidance as required. To be responsible for supervising, teaching and assessing Physiotherapy students to graduate level demonstrating advanced clinical ability and clinical reasoning skills. To supervise the other staff within the MDT as required e.g. less experienced physiotherapists, TIs, Assistants, Physiotherapy, medical or work experience students ensuring they meet Trust and professional expectations and standards. To identify opportunities to improve the physiotherapy service and implement changes with senior support in order to provide the best patient care within resources available. To maintain own competency and to be responsible for the safe and competent use of manual handling, gym and electrotherapy equipment by patients and students/assistants/TIs through teaching, training and supervision of practice. To be professionally and legally accountable for all aspects of own work. To assess and manage clinical risk within the limits of own scope of practice. To work within Trust policy and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards. Monitor own and others quality of practice, as appropriate. To work within CSP, Trust Guidelines, National Clinical Guidelines and National Service Frameworks. To monitor own and others standards of practice, as appropriate. To set a high personal standard of work and professional attitude and encourage others to do likewise. To maintain high morale and sound staff relations within the department. To maintain assessment, treatment and discharge records/reports and follow guidelines, protocols and procedures in accordance with professional (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy), legal and departmental standards. To contribute to meeting the requirements of the Trusts Corporate Governance agenda. To be committed to a team approach in order to provide continuity and efficiency of service provision. To be the first point of contact in dealing with minor complaints from staff, patients and carers/visitors in line with Trust Policy. To be aware of Health and Safety aspects of your work and implement any policies, including prompt recording and reporting of incidents to senior staff, using the Trust incident reporting system.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy
- Member of the CSP
- Registration with the HCPC
- Evidence of post graduate training relevant to the clinical fields within the specialisms.
- Evidence of well-rounded clinical experience within the relevant specialisms.
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of post graduate experience as a rotational band 5 covering core areas within the specialisms
- Experience of working as part of a Physiotherapy Team and MDT team
Desirable
- Experience in contributing to the clinical education / supervision of peers, students or less experienced staff
- Involvement in clinical audit / research and understanding quality issues
- Evidence of an ability to deputise for seniors and act as peer mentor to less senior staff
Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge within the post specialism which is both experience & evidence led
- A working knowledge of a broad range of conditions
- Ability to problem solve & clinically reason complex patient presentations
- Have an ability to prioritise, delegate and set realistic treatment objectives
- Able to demonstrate a knowledge of clinical governance & the legal responsibilities of the profession
- Ability to produce accurate and legible documentation
- Sufficient computer skills for job requirements email, data input etc
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Able to present information orally in a clear, non-discriminately and logical manner
- Able to communicate effectively with patients to maximise their rehabilitation potential
- Able to influence and persuade other professionals, patients and others
- Able to work effectively as part of a team
- Self-motivation and self-organisation skills
- Be aware of own learning needs/ commitment to CPD
Desirable
- Willingness to take on and manage additional roles and responsibilities e.g. student rep, H&S Rep
Other
Essential
- Able to be flexible within the working hours of the department, to suit client and department needs. This includes on call and out of hours/weekends & Bank Holidays
- Applicant must have good standard of written and spoken English
- Car Driver and independent means of transport
- Able to pass Occupational Health requirements
- Willing to undertake a Criminal Records Disclosure to enhanced level
- Legally entitled to work in this country
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent in physiotherapy Member of the CSP Registration with the HCPC Evidence of post graduate training relevant to the clinical fields within the specialisms. Evidence of well-rounded clinical experience within the relevant specialisms. Experience Essential Evidence of post graduate experience as a rotational band 5 covering core areas within the specialisms Experience of working as part of a Physiotherapy Team and MDT team Desirable Experience in contributing to the clinical education / supervision of peers, students or less experienced staff Involvement in clinical audit / research and understanding quality issues Evidence of an ability to deputise for seniors and act as peer mentor to less senior staff Skills Essential Specialist knowledge within the post specialism which is both experience & evidence led A working knowledge of a broad range of conditions Ability to problem solve & clinically reason complex patient presentations Have an ability to prioritise, delegate and set realistic treatment objectives Able to demonstrate a knowledge of clinical governance & the legal responsibilities of the profession Ability to produce accurate and legible documentation Sufficient computer skills for job requirements email, data input etc Personal Qualities Essential Able to present information orally in a clear, non-discriminately and logical manner Able to communicate effectively with patients to maximise their rehabilitation potential Able to influence and persuade other professionals, patients and others Able to work effectively as part of a team Self-motivation and self-organisation skills Be aware of own learning needs/ commitment to CPD Desirable Willingness to take on and manage additional roles and responsibilities e.g. student rep, H&S Rep Other Essential Able to be flexible within the working hours of the department, to suit client and department needs. This includes on call and out of hours/weekends & Bank Holidays Applicant must have good standard of written and spoken English Car Driver and independent means of transport Able to pass Occupational Health requirements Willing to undertake a Criminal Records Disclosure to enhanced level Legally entitled to work in this country
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leamington Spa Rehab Hospital
Heathcote Lane
Leamington Spa
CV34 6SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leamington Spa Rehab Hospital
Heathcote Lane
Leamington Spa
CV34 6SR
United Kingdom
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https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 9 day(s) ago
Reference: 2440840
Job summary
For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
Stratford Health Care has a vacancy for a part-time receptionist working as part of a full-time job share.
Hours 12.30-4.30 Monday to Friday
Processing all calls to the health centre, dealing with staff, patient and the generalpublic. You will need to have good communication skills and telephone manner, andbe able to work on your own initiative.
You will need to have had previous reception experience, word processing and/orcomputer skills.
For an informal chat or for more information please contact Sharon Rose, [email protected]
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will provide an effective reception service. At all times presenting a welcoming user-friendly image. Providing confidential, accurate and efficient clerical support to all departments within the clinic.
About us
SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick and Stratford and Nuneaton hospitals; estates and facilities management at Stratford hospital, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub; private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.
Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.
There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.
A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.
Where is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.
Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£25,989.13 a year Pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
203-SWFTCS274-A
Job locations
Stratford Health Care
Arden Street
Stratford Upon Avon
CV37 6NQ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Meeting, greeting and providing a welcoming reception for all staff, patients and members of the general public visiting, and to ensure that at all times the reception duties are carried out to the highest standards.
Responsible for processing all telephone calls to the clinic.
To provide a receptionist service directing patients/clients to the appropriate area as determined by clinical/service appointments or otherwise. Dealing with direct personal queries at the reception desk.
Operate the switchboard in a courteous and efficient manner respecting patient confidentiality and expressing diplomacy/sensitivity when taking messages and relaying detailed information to relevant personnel.
Responsible for organising appointments and maintaining the scheduling system for the various services within your clinic.
To schedule, manage, negotiate, arrange and amend appointments and clinics within established guidelines. This will include dealing with telephone and direct enquires from patients, staff, other health care professionals and visitors on a daily basis. To act on own initiative in the absence of senior staff to resolve any queries/problems, fill vacant appointments, maximise clinic capacity and use resources variably.
To arrange transport for patients, liaising with the ambulance service; to record and monitor any transport problems and negotiate solutions acceptable to patients, therapies staff and the ambulance service.
To distribute departmental post, prioritising anything that requires urgent attention and ensure relevant documentation is acted on promptly and appropriately.
To provide non-clinical advice and information regarding appointments, processes or procedures to patients, visitors and other members of clinic staff, as required.
Authorised to use the Trust IT system (Lorenzo) to view and retrieve patient information, on behalf of the various departments, as requested and to use this system to schedule, manage, negotiate, arrange and amend appointments and clinics.
Responsible for dealing with both internal and Royal Mail postal systems.
To be vigilant in observation of the clinic security system, taking appropriate action as required and report any such action immediately.
To respond to the fire alarm and emergency calls ensuring established procedures are followed.
To book meeting rooms on site.
The post-holder will advise the Multiple Site Reception Manager/Senior Administrator Hotel Services as soon as is practicable of any problems or operational difficulties which affect the efficiency of the reception service.
To work in other areas/clinics, subject to ability to travel.
To be able to advise general enquiries, both telephone and face to face with regard to Family Planning Clinics.
To be able to handle distressed/aggressive patients/clients in a sympathetic and understanding manner and to be able to resolve issues with a minimum of guidance.
To be responsible for the allocation of internal keys to the building on a day-to-day basis ensuring their safe return.
Reporting/logging all maintenance work/requests
Be responsible for dispensing of hearing aid batteries, issuing welfare foods in exchange for tokens or cash and issuing foot files for cash, ensure adequate stocks are maintained and re-order as necessary.
Organise own workload.
Assist with the opening and closing of the clinic when necessary.
Be responsible for the ordering of stationery for reception only, and when delivered to ensure that all goods are checked against delivery notes and stored in appropriate cupboards and all paperwork accurately filed.
To carry out any other additional duties as deemed appropriate the status of this post.
Communications and Working Relationships:
To have good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with staff, patients, visitors and clinic users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Meeting, greeting and providing a welcoming reception for all staff, patients and members of the general public visiting, and to ensure that at all times the reception duties are carried out to the highest standards.
Responsible for processing all telephone calls to the clinic.
To provide a receptionist service directing patients/clients to the appropriate area as determined by clinical/service appointments or otherwise. Dealing with direct personal queries at the reception desk.
Operate the switchboard in a courteous and efficient manner respecting patient confidentiality and expressing diplomacy/sensitivity when taking messages and relaying detailed information to relevant personnel.
Responsible for organising appointments and maintaining the scheduling system for the various services within your clinic.
To schedule, manage, negotiate, arrange and amend appointments and clinics within established guidelines. This will include dealing with telephone and direct enquires from patients, staff, other health care professionals and visitors on a daily basis. To act on own initiative in the absence of senior staff to resolve any queries/problems, fill vacant appointments, maximise clinic capacity and use resources variably.
To arrange transport for patients, liaising with the ambulance service; to record and monitor any transport problems and negotiate solutions acceptable to patients, therapies staff and the ambulance service.
To distribute departmental post, prioritising anything that requires urgent attention and ensure relevant documentation is acted on promptly and appropriately.
To provide non-clinical advice and information regarding appointments, processes or procedures to patients, visitors and other members of clinic staff, as required.
Authorised to use the Trust IT system (Lorenzo) to view and retrieve patient information, on behalf of the various departments, as requested and to use this system to schedule, manage, negotiate, arrange and amend appointments and clinics.
Responsible for dealing with both internal and Royal Mail postal systems.
To be vigilant in observation of the clinic security system, taking appropriate action as required and report any such action immediately.
To respond to the fire alarm and emergency calls ensuring established procedures are followed.
To book meeting rooms on site.
The post-holder will advise the Multiple Site Reception Manager/Senior Administrator Hotel Services as soon as is practicable of any problems or operational difficulties which affect the efficiency of the reception service.
To work in other areas/clinics, subject to ability to travel.
To be able to advise general enquiries, both telephone and face to face with regard to Family Planning Clinics.
To be able to handle distressed/aggressive patients/clients in a sympathetic and understanding manner and to be able to resolve issues with a minimum of guidance.
To be responsible for the allocation of internal keys to the building on a day-to-day basis ensuring their safe return.
Reporting/logging all maintenance work/requests
Be responsible for dispensing of hearing aid batteries, issuing welfare foods in exchange for tokens or cash and issuing foot files for cash, ensure adequate stocks are maintained and re-order as necessary.
Organise own workload.
Assist with the opening and closing of the clinic when necessary.
Be responsible for the ordering of stationery for reception only, and when delivered to ensure that all goods are checked against delivery notes and stored in appropriate cupboards and all paperwork accurately filed.
To carry out any other additional duties as deemed appropriate the status of this post.
Communications and Working Relationships:
To have good interpersonal skills and be able to communicate with staff, patients, visitors and clinic users.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to secondary school standard
- GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English at grade C or above
- Customer Care skills - NVQ level 2 or working towards
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Switchboard training preferable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of reception duties
Desirable
- Experience of switchboard
- Experience in Healthcare environment
Skills
Essential
- Competent IT skills
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust Policies of Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Excellent command of the English language
- Excellent written, verbal and nonverbal communication skills
- Good negotiating skills
- Ability to multitask
- Excellent telephone manner
Desirable
- Knowledge of a computerised booking/appointment system
- Understanding therapy role and terminology
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Organised and able to prioritise
- Flexible and reliable
- Able to work effectively under pressure and frequently difficult/distressing circumstances
- Able to work on their own but also as part of a team.
- Calm and courteous when dealing with callers and personal request
- Good problem-solving skills
- Efficient manner in dealing with general public.
Other
Essential
- Flexible to cover annual leave and sickness
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Education to secondary school standard
- GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English at grade C or above
- Customer Care skills - NVQ level 2 or working towards
- Computer literate
Desirable
- Switchboard training preferable
Experience
Essential
- Experience of reception duties
Desirable
- Experience of switchboard
- Experience in Healthcare environment
Skills
Essential
- Competent IT skills
- Ability to comprehend and work within the Trust Policies of Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health and Safety
- Ability to cope working in a stressful environment and with emotional or aggressive patients and carers
- Excellent command of the English language
- Excellent written, verbal and nonverbal communication skills
- Good negotiating skills
- Ability to multitask
- Excellent telephone manner
Desirable
- Knowledge of a computerised booking/appointment system
- Understanding therapy role and terminology
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Organised and able to prioritise
- Flexible and reliable
- Able to work effectively under pressure and frequently difficult/distressing circumstances
- Able to work on their own but also as part of a team.
- Calm and courteous when dealing with callers and personal request
- Good problem-solving skills
- Efficient manner in dealing with general public.
Other
Essential
- Flexible to cover annual leave and sickness
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
Stratford Health Care
Arden Street
Stratford Upon Avon
CV37 6NQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
Stratford Health Care
Arden Street
Stratford Upon Avon
CV37 6NQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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Rotational Pharmacy Technician
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 9 day(s) ago
Reference: 2440812
Job summary
Calling all newly qualified &community-basedPharmacy Technicians!
We are delightedto be offering an exciting opportunity to join our supportive, innovative and friendlypharmacy team in the provision of excellenthospital pharmacy services.
This post will be of interest to Preregistration Pharmacy Technicians nearing qualification & registration or Pharmacy Technicians looking to take their first step into hospital pharmacy from other sectors.
We offer rotation through a range of pharmacy service areas, including the clinical & technical ward service, dispensary services & aseptic services, and have a great track record of developing our team through our commitment to ongoing training and our comprehensive STEP programme (see Career Pathways attachment below).
Successful candidates will hold current registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC, or will be due to register in the near future. You will have a commitment to your continued professional development and the provision of an excellent standard of pharmacy service.
Main duties of the job
To carry out dispensing of drugs (including controlled drugs), medicateddressings, enteral feeds, in-patients and A&E prescriptions and clinical trialprescriptions.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
21 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
203-SS1239
Job locations
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To perform a final accuracy check of dispensed items.
To give routine clinical and pharmaceutical advice to healthcare staff if confident to do so and within the knowledge limitations of the grade.
To counsel patients as appropriate in order to ensure the safe and effective use and storage of their medicines.
To liaise with ward pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and ward staff in determining appropriate pharmaceuticals stock levels, for the production and updating of ward-stock lists and to assist in the provision of advice to ward staff on the storage and handling of pharmaceuticals.
To check, maintain and replenish the out of hours drug cupboard and resuscitation cupboard.
To participate in the topping-up service for wards/departments in the hospital and outside units as required.
To participate in stock replenishment procedures in all areas of the pharmacy.
To monitor the continued suitability of pharmaceutical stock on wards and in departments and to arrange the appropriate removal/destruction in accordance with environmental regulations.
To monitor and record drug storage temperatures within the Pharmacy and on wards/departments during the top-up and to alert section managers of any discrepancies.
Ensure the security of the pharmacy department and stores areas at all times during working hours and at the end of the working day by maintaining responsibility for keys and swipe access cards and by the setting of alarms as necessary.
To carry out accurate entry of data into the Pharmacy computer system.
To assist in the maintenance of the Controlled Drugs Register and to carry out regular stock level checks of Controlled Drugs in line with legal responsibilities.
To carry out aseptic preparation following completion of the in-house aseptic training programme.
To participate in the ward-based Medicines Management service when appropriate and under the supervision of a Medicines Management Technician.
To undertake disposal of cytotoxic drug waste in accordance with COSHH regulations.
To assist in the individual and group training of pharmacy assistants (ATOs), senior ATOs, Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians and Pre-Registration Pharmacist students.
To assist section managers in the orientation, induction and training of pharmacy staff new to those sections, and to contribute to the training of the Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians.
To contribute ideas for improving cost-effectiveness and to assist in their implementation where agreed.
To participate in the weekend and Bank Holiday rota including handling of boxes of intravenous fluids and other bulk products.
To process cash and cheque transactions for over the counter sales of medicines and for private prescriptions, as required.
To undertake other duties at the base hospital and outside units as required by the Pharmacy Operations Lead, in accordance with this grade of post.
Relationships:
Managed by the section manager to which allocated.
Supervises pharmacy assistants (ATOs) and senior ATOs in the section of work to which allocated.
Works and co-operates with all pharmacy and healthcare staff in the provision of services
Job description Job responsibilities To perform a final accuracy check of dispensed items. To give routine clinical and pharmaceutical advice to healthcare staff if confident to do so and within the knowledge limitations of the grade. To counsel patients as appropriate in order to ensure the safe and effective use and storage of their medicines. To liaise with ward pharmacists, pharmacy technicians and ward staff in determining appropriate pharmaceuticals stock levels, for the production and updating of ward-stock lists and to assist in the provision of advice to ward staff on the storage and handling of pharmaceuticals. To check, maintain and replenish the out of hours drug cupboard and resuscitation cupboard. To participate in the topping-up service for wards/departments in the hospital and outside units as required. To participate in stock replenishment procedures in all areas of the pharmacy. To monitor the continued suitability of pharmaceutical stock on wards and in departments and to arrange the appropriate removal/destruction in accordance with environmental regulations. To monitor and record drug storage temperatures within the Pharmacy and on wards/departments during the top-up and to alert section managers of any discrepancies. Ensure the security of the pharmacy department and stores areas at all times during working hours and at the end of the working day by maintaining responsibility for keys and swipe access cards and by the setting of alarms as necessary. To carry out accurate entry of data into the Pharmacy computer system. To assist in the maintenance of the Controlled Drugs Register and to carry out regular stock level checks of Controlled Drugs in line with legal responsibilities. To carry out aseptic preparation following completion of the in-house aseptic training programme. To participate in the ward-based Medicines Management service when appropriate and under the supervision of a Medicines Management Technician. To undertake disposal of cytotoxic drug waste in accordance with COSHH regulations. To assist in the individual and group training of pharmacy assistants (ATOs), senior ATOs, Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians and Pre-Registration Pharmacist students. To assist section managers in the orientation, induction and training of pharmacy staff new to those sections, and to contribute to the training of the Pre-Registration Pharmacy Technicians. To contribute ideas for improving cost-effectiveness and to assist in their implementation where agreed. To participate in the weekend and Bank Holiday rota including handling of boxes of intravenous fluids and other bulk products. To process cash and cheque transactions for over the counter sales of medicines and for private prescriptions, as required. To undertake other duties at the base hospital and outside units as required by the Pharmacy Operations Lead, in accordance with this grade of post. Relationships: Managed by the section manager to which allocated. Supervises pharmacy assistants (ATOs) and senior ATOs in the section of work to which allocated. Works and co-operates with all pharmacy and healthcare staff in the provision of services
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BTEC National certificate/NVQ level 3/City and Guilds or equivalent
- Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Accreditation as an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT)
Experience
Desirable
- Hospital Pharmacy experience
- Aseptic services
Skills
Essential
- Basic computer skills
- Good communication skills (written and oral)
- Accurate dispensing skills
- Accurate numeracy skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of all rotational technician roles including dispensary and ward-based duties
- Supervisory skills
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic
- Motivated
- Reliable
- Team worker
- Good personal presentation
- Flexible
- Able to use initiative
- Able to deal with angry/upset/ill patients
- Able to create a rapport
Other
Essential
- Able to participate in weekend & Bank holiday working
- Committed to CPD
- Physically fit and able to stand/sit for long periods
- Good work attendance record
- Good health record and fit to undertake the job
Desirable
- Car driver with use of motorised transport Able to use a VDU Capable of occasional moderate lifting (<13kg)
Person Specification Qualifications Essential BTEC National certificate/NVQ level 3/City and Guilds or equivalent Registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council Accreditation as an Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician (ACPT) Experience Desirable Hospital Pharmacy experience Aseptic services Skills Essential Basic computer skills Good communication skills (written and oral) Accurate dispensing skills Accurate numeracy skills Desirable Knowledge of all rotational technician roles including dispensary and ward-based duties Supervisory skills Personal Qualities Essential Enthusiastic Motivated Reliable Team worker Good personal presentation Flexible Able to use initiative Able to deal with angry/upset/ill patients Able to create a rapport Other Essential Able to participate in weekend & Bank holiday working Committed to CPD Physically fit and able to stand/sit for long periods Good work attendance record Good health record and fit to undertake the job Desirable Car driver with use of motorised transport Able to use a VDU Capable of occasional moderate lifting (<13kg)
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 10 day(s) ago
Reference: 2438123
Job summary
For your information sponsorship for this role is not available. This post is maternity leave cover for a fixed term of 9 months.
The Pharmacist is responsible for delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred pharmaceutical services while ensuring compliance with professional, legal, and regulatory standards.
The role involves the clinical and accuracy checking of outpatient and discharge prescriptions, providing expert medicines advice to patients and healthcare teams, supporting oral chemotherapy prescribing processes, and promoting safe medicines management.
The post holder contributes to the day-to-day operation of the pharmacy, supports staff development and team performance, monitors quality and governance standards, and acts as the Responsible Pharmacist when required.
Working collaboratively with clinical teams and stakeholders, the Pharmacist helps ensure excellent customer service, timely patient care, service improvement, and the achievement of both operational and business objectives.
Main duties of the job
The Pharmacist plays a key role in co-ordinating and developing a team to deliver a safe, effective and caring service to manage the pharmaceutical needs of patients attending the outpatient pharmacy. Working closely with and alongside the Deputy Superintendent Pharmacist and Superintendent pharmacist, the pharmacist will be responsible for delivering an effective service, including screening and clinically checking prescriptions.
They will also be responsible for maintaining excellent relationships with patients and other stakeholders and through this achieve excellent healthcare and business performance.
About us
SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, George Eliot, University Hospital of Coventry and Warwickshire and St Cross (Rugby) hospitals; estates and facilities management at Warwick, Stratford upon Avon and Ellen Badger hospitals, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub; private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.
Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.
There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.
A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.
There is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.
Details
Date posted
20 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£53,072.50 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
203-SWFTCS295
Job locations
George Eliot Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy
College Street
Nuneaton
CV10 7DJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Fulfils the professional duties of a registered Pharmacist to statutory standards and codes of practice in accordance with best practice and acts effectively and ethically to meet needs.
Co-ordinates and contributes to the day-to-day operations of the Pharmacy, which will include clinical, and accuracy checks of hospital prescriptions and TTO prescriptions to ensure patients are discharged in a timely manner.
Provide advice and information on medicines management and stock supplies to patients and the wider clinical teams to have a greater impact on safe and accurate prescribing and to ensure better compliance with patients.
Support the chemotherapy screening pharmacists in performing accuracy checks on prescriptions for oral SACT and supportive medicines.
Support the counter assistant in the sale of over-the-counter sales of medicines with appropriate advice where needed.
Shares in developing the business plan, drives performance against it, and contributes to the delivery of elements of the business plan (professional best practice, sales and profitability) on time and in full.
Recruits, trains, accredits and develops staff to meet business and professional needs, builds team spirit and motivation, leads by example, and on delegation from the Pharmacy Manager, monitors performance, including performance reviews.
In the statutory role of Responsible Pharmacist, assures service quality, and patient safety, through the application of policies and procedures, effective systems and competent personnel. Helps the Superintendent Pharmacy Manager to respond promptly to new guidelines or professional standards. Aware of MHRA recalls and acts accordingly.
Maintains a professional and clinical network for the sharing of ideas, advice, information and peer support. Liaises with Trust staff to support our common goal.
Monitors team performance against a range of key performance indicators, including customer satisfaction (and the prompt and effective response to complaints), value for money, formulary compliance, response to incidents, errors and product alerts. Contributes to periodic reviews with the Trust Head of Pharmacy as the commissioner of services and with the Managing Director. Submits and acts upon DATIX/Inphase incidents.
Maintains excellent working relationships and good communications with commissioners, customers and medical staff.
Ensures confidentiality and clinical information, which may relate to customers, staff, Company policies, prices, business information, and takes account of requirements of the Data Protection Act and Freedom on Information legislation.
Ensures that paperwork is completed accurately and on time, provides information and reports in a concise manner, communications issues and proposed actions as appropriate, and attends meetings as required by the Company.
Manages their own personal development, including fulfilment of the annual CPD requirement of a pharmacist, and any future requirement for period revalidation for professional practice.
Adhere to H&S, equal opportunities and all other relevant legislations. Communicates to Pharmacy Manager to ensure policies and SOPS are updated and acted upon.
Completes SWFT oral chemotherapy training to enable the clinical screening of prescriptions.
May be required to open and close the pharmacy when necessary, so will be required to be a key holder.
Any other relevant duties at the request of the line manager
Communications and Working Relationships:
Engender a customer first culture across the organisation ensuring high standards of professional customer service are delivered at all times within the pharmacy.
To provide a liaison service between users and suppliers to fulfil the customer need.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Fulfils the professional duties of a registered Pharmacist to statutory standards and codes of practice in accordance with best practice and acts effectively and ethically to meet needs.
Co-ordinates and contributes to the day-to-day operations of the Pharmacy, which will include clinical, and accuracy checks of hospital prescriptions and TTO prescriptions to ensure patients are discharged in a timely manner.
Provide advice and information on medicines management and stock supplies to patients and the wider clinical teams to have a greater impact on safe and accurate prescribing and to ensure better compliance with patients.
Support the chemotherapy screening pharmacists in performing accuracy checks on prescriptions for oral SACT and supportive medicines.
Support the counter assistant in the sale of over-the-counter sales of medicines with appropriate advice where needed.
Shares in developing the business plan, drives performance against it, and contributes to the delivery of elements of the business plan (professional best practice, sales and profitability) on time and in full.
Recruits, trains, accredits and develops staff to meet business and professional needs, builds team spirit and motivation, leads by example, and on delegation from the Pharmacy Manager, monitors performance, including performance reviews.
In the statutory role of Responsible Pharmacist, assures service quality, and patient safety, through the application of policies and procedures, effective systems and competent personnel. Helps the Superintendent Pharmacy Manager to respond promptly to new guidelines or professional standards. Aware of MHRA recalls and acts accordingly.
Maintains a professional and clinical network for the sharing of ideas, advice, information and peer support. Liaises with Trust staff to support our common goal.
Monitors team performance against a range of key performance indicators, including customer satisfaction (and the prompt and effective response to complaints), value for money, formulary compliance, response to incidents, errors and product alerts. Contributes to periodic reviews with the Trust Head of Pharmacy as the commissioner of services and with the Managing Director. Submits and acts upon DATIX/Inphase incidents.
Maintains excellent working relationships and good communications with commissioners, customers and medical staff.
Ensures confidentiality and clinical information, which may relate to customers, staff, Company policies, prices, business information, and takes account of requirements of the Data Protection Act and Freedom on Information legislation.
Ensures that paperwork is completed accurately and on time, provides information and reports in a concise manner, communications issues and proposed actions as appropriate, and attends meetings as required by the Company.
Manages their own personal development, including fulfilment of the annual CPD requirement of a pharmacist, and any future requirement for period revalidation for professional practice.
Adhere to H&S, equal opportunities and all other relevant legislations. Communicates to Pharmacy Manager to ensure policies and SOPS are updated and acted upon.
Completes SWFT oral chemotherapy training to enable the clinical screening of prescriptions.
May be required to open and close the pharmacy when necessary, so will be required to be a key holder.
Any other relevant duties at the request of the line manager
Communications and Working Relationships:
Engender a customer first culture across the organisation ensuring high standards of professional customer service are delivered at all times within the pharmacy.
To provide a liaison service between users and suppliers to fulfil the customer need.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Pharmacy (Masters or equivalent)
- Current UK registration as Pharmacist
Desirable
- Clinical Diploma
- Leadership courses
Experience
Essential
- Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy experience Community Pharmacy experience in the UK with some NHS enhanced or advanced services
- NHS Hospital prescribing awareness (formularies, etc.) which may have been achieved through dispensing hospital outpatient scripts and/or monitored dose dispensing of discharge meds in the community
Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of Wellsky/ CMM
- Knowledge of EPR system.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to resume the role of responsible pharmacist
- Able to work under pressure in a busy environment
- Decisive - able to make quick decisions with limited information
- Able to prioritise and make good use of time Customer focus
- Professional credibility
- Influencing and negotiation skills and experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Coordinating team
- Able to deal with queries and complaints Being able to adapt to change in work or workload.
Other
Essential
- Ability to work across sites- must have own car
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Pharmacy (Masters or equivalent)
- Current UK registration as Pharmacist
Desirable
- Clinical Diploma
- Leadership courses
Experience
Essential
- Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy experience Community Pharmacy experience in the UK with some NHS enhanced or advanced services
- NHS Hospital prescribing awareness (formularies, etc.) which may have been achieved through dispensing hospital outpatient scripts and/or monitored dose dispensing of discharge meds in the community
Skills
Desirable
- Knowledge of Wellsky/ CMM
- Knowledge of EPR system.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to resume the role of responsible pharmacist
- Able to work under pressure in a busy environment
- Decisive - able to make quick decisions with limited information
- Able to prioritise and make good use of time Customer focus
- Professional credibility
- Influencing and negotiation skills and experience
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Coordinating team
- Able to deal with queries and complaints Being able to adapt to change in work or workload.
Other
Essential
- Ability to work across sites- must have own car
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
George Eliot Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy
College Street
Nuneaton
CV10 7DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
George Eliot Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy
College Street
Nuneaton
CV10 7DJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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General Manager
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 2434961
Job summary
Exciting opportunity- 8B General Manager Radiology.
Are you an ambitious , forward thinking leader ready to make a difference. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced General Manager to lead our Radiology Services at SWFT. This is an opportunity to drive operational excellence, transform patient pathways, improve access and performance. We are looking for a dynamic leader who can inspire teams and deliver sustainable improvements.
Main duties of the job
The General Manager will support and assist the Directorate Manager to deliver services across Geroge Eliot Hospital NHS Trust and South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust and associated community sites.
The General Manager will support and assist the Directorate Manager in the delivery of the constitutional standards, national, local and directorate priorities.
The General Manager will support and assist the Directorate Manager in the delivery of quality, activity, finance and governance for the directorate.
Working with the Clincial Leads, provide line management to staff within the directorate, including the annual job planning and appraisals.
The General Manager will lead on specific service improvement objectives working to ensure services are fit to meet the national, local and directorate priorities.
The General Manager will support the directorate with the development of business plans and the annual planning submission. They will also monitor compliance and delivery against plan.
The General Manager will support the development, implementation and annual review of business continuity plans, contributing to the Directorate emergency, prevention, preparedness and response (EPPR) plans.
The postholder may be required to deputise as required.
The postholder will be required to be included in the Trust's on call management rota
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
19 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Job share
Reference number
203-SS1237
Job locations
SWFT/GEH
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Performance Management
To support and assist the Directorate Manager in ensuring robust performance management systems are in place for the Directorate.
To support and assist the Directorate Manager to monitor the services within the Directorate against the constitutional standards, to assist in the production of assurance papers to be delivered to the Divisional Board.
To support and assist the Directorate Manager, Nursing / Midwifery / AHP/ other professional leads and Clinical Leads in the preparation of any inspections and reviews to achieve compliance with NHS and statutory requirements, eg, CQC, HSE.
To manage and report on Directorate performance indicators to the Divisional Board that demonstrate compliance against national standards ensuring attention is paid to immediate risks and mitigation plans to maintain compliance.
To analyse and interpret data from various sources into effective knowledge management which drives the activities of the Directorate.
To support and assist the Directorate Manager to ensure all operational managers within the Directorate are aware of specific standards / targets that they are responsible for delivering and provide support to each manager to ensure safe and effective delivery of them.
To be responsible, in conjunction with the Clinical Leads and other clinical professional leads, for the delivery of clinical services, management of clinical risk and health care governance for each speciality within the Directorate, reporting to the Directorate Manager.
To support and assist the Directorate Manager to ensure effective and optimum utilisation of resources within the Directorate.
To work with the Directorate Manager to develop and implement business plans to ensure all services within the Directorate can respond to patients needs throughout the year.
To support and assist the Directorate Manager to ensure the Directorate meets all constitutional standards.
To use data to analysis and interpret performance relating to the specialities, developing strategies to address issues as they arise and provide assurance to the Directorate Triumvirate that those standards are being maintained, escalating any areas of concern.
To support and assist the Directorate processes aimed at improving and maintaining financial controls, providing assurance to the Directorate Triumvirate, escalating concerns and proposing mitigation plans when deviation is seen.
To support and assist the Directorate Manager in any digital developments, including changes to the electronic patient record or new technologies to improve and enhance patient care and productivity.
Strategic Development
To work collaboratively with the Clinical Leads, Nursing / Midwifery/ AHP and other professional leads to identify the key activities for service improvement and business development. To inform the Directorate Triumvirate of service level plans so they can be included in the business planning cycle and budget setting.
To develop and deliver business opportunities that maintain, support and enhance the delivery of high-quality services, including new and existing opportunities for income generation. To advise the Directorate Triumvirate of opportunities and work in collaboration to inform business planning.
To support and assist the Directorate Manager, taking the lead as required, for service redesign with the multidisciplinary directorate team, supporting operational managers to confidently design and implement service changes to meet the national and local priorities and to improve patient care.
To work with the Directorate Triumvirate and other managers to inform and contribute to the strategic planning that will support development of the Trust planning and priorities.
To develop effective partnerships with clinical teams and an environment in which all directorate staff have the opportunity to be involved and influence the management, planning and development of services within the directorate
Job description Job responsibilities Performance Management To support and assist the Directorate Manager in ensuring robust performance management systems are in place for the Directorate. To support and assist the Directorate Manager to monitor the services within the Directorate against the constitutional standards, to assist in the production of assurance papers to be delivered to the Divisional Board. To support and assist the Directorate Manager, Nursing / Midwifery / AHP/ other professional leads and Clinical Leads in the preparation of any inspections and reviews to achieve compliance with NHS and statutory requirements, eg, CQC, HSE. To manage and report on Directorate performance indicators to the Divisional Board that demonstrate compliance against national standards ensuring attention is paid to immediate risks and mitigation plans to maintain compliance. To analyse and interpret data from various sources into effective knowledge management which drives the activities of the Directorate. To support and assist the Directorate Manager to ensure all operational managers within the Directorate are aware of specific standards / targets that they are responsible for delivering and provide support to each manager to ensure safe and effective delivery of them. To be responsible, in conjunction with the Clinical Leads and other clinical professional leads, for the delivery of clinical services, management of clinical risk and health care governance for each speciality within the Directorate, reporting to the Directorate Manager. To support and assist the Directorate Manager to ensure effective and optimum utilisation of resources within the Directorate. To work with the Directorate Manager to develop and implement business plans to ensure all services within the Directorate can respond to patients needs throughout the year. To support and assist the Directorate Manager to ensure the Directorate meets all constitutional standards. To use data to analysis and interpret performance relating to the specialities, developing strategies to address issues as they arise and provide assurance to the Directorate Triumvirate that those standards are being maintained, escalating any areas of concern. To support and assist the Directorate processes aimed at improving and maintaining financial controls, providing assurance to the Directorate Triumvirate, escalating concerns and proposing mitigation plans when deviation is seen. To support and assist the Directorate Manager in any digital developments, including changes to the electronic patient record or new technologies to improve and enhance patient care and productivity. Strategic Development To work collaboratively with the Clinical Leads, Nursing / Midwifery/ AHP and other professional leads to identify the key activities for service improvement and business development. To inform the Directorate Triumvirate of service level plans so they can be included in the business planning cycle and budget setting. To develop and deliver business opportunities that maintain, support and enhance the delivery of high-quality services, including new and existing opportunities for income generation. To advise the Directorate Triumvirate of opportunities and work in collaboration to inform business planning. To support and assist the Directorate Manager, taking the lead as required, for service redesign with the multidisciplinary directorate team, supporting operational managers to confidently design and implement service changes to meet the national and local priorities and to improve patient care. To work with the Directorate Triumvirate and other managers to inform and contribute to the strategic planning that will support development of the Trust planning and priorities. To develop effective partnerships with clinical teams and an environment in which all directorate staff have the opportunity to be involved and influence the management, planning and development of services within the directorate
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Participation in a senior management development program qualification or demonstrable experience
- Educated to Master's Level or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in a senior operational role
- Successful track record of managing change in a complex environment
- Experience of leading and directing senior clinical and non-clinical teams in achieving key performance indicators
- Experience of developing services and exploring business opportunities
- Knowledge and understanding of NHS policy and key changes in the NHS
- Competent in the use of office IT systems
- Experience in interpreting and implementing national and local policy
Desirable
- Understanding of commissioning dynamics
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills and ability to influence decisions and strategy with the Divisional management teams
- Effective negotiating, influencing and networking skills
- Ability to provide management advice to senior managers
- Highly developed problem solving and analytical skills
- Able to assess a broad range of complex information quickly and accurately including finance, activity, clinical, technical service data
- Ability to oversee the performance targets of specialties
- Manage complex and multifaceted problems
- Ability to anaylse information on the performance of specialties ensuring corrective actions are carried out
- Ability to support business objectives
- Highly developed financial management and business management skills
- Ability to support the delivery of financial performance
- Ability to support successful operational performance
- Ability to work collaboratively
- Ability to undertake strategic planning and make complex decisions
- Ability to review performance of teams
- Ability to lead change and hold others to account
- Ability to develop strategies for the use of clinical information to inform and support service delivery and clinical decision making
- Ability to promote the initiation of research and clinical governance/audit projects within the Division
- Ability to use their own judgment to define short-, medium- and long-term work priorities
- To be flexible to the demands of the environment including unpredictable work patterns, deadlines and frequent interruptions
- Ability to make recommendations to Trust Management and challenge current practices in order to achieve the required outcomes
- Ability to adapt ways of working through transformational change
- Ability to deal with sensitive and complex issues affecting individuals
- Ability to deal directly with and resolve issues with complainants
- Ability to manage work priorities effectively
- Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development
- Portrays self-belief and drive for improvement
- Demonstrates intellectual flexibility, political astuteness and drive for results
Desirable
- Evidence of collaborative working and effective strategic influencing
- Ability to provide strategic leadership to senior teams
- Ability to initiate strategies for the development of audits and research projects to ensure recommendations are acted upon
- Ability to work in a complex environment by utilising past and current skills and knowledge
Personal Qualities
Desirable
- Proven track record of managing and developing services
- Maintains a focus on local healthcare developments and assesses the impact within own sphere of influence
- To challenge existing practice and initiate improvement in services to meet the needs of patients and achieve corporate objectives
Other
Essential
- To be able to travel to different organisations to represent the Trust on official business
- Ability to work on call
- Ability to work flexibly and unsocial hours
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Participation in a senior management development program qualification or demonstrable experience Educated to Master's Level or equivalent experience Experience Essential Experience of working in a senior operational role Successful track record of managing change in a complex environment Experience of leading and directing senior clinical and non-clinical teams in achieving key performance indicators Experience of developing services and exploring business opportunities Knowledge and understanding of NHS policy and key changes in the NHS Competent in the use of office IT systems Experience in interpreting and implementing national and local policy Desirable Understanding of commissioning dynamics Skills Essential Excellent communication skills and ability to influence decisions and strategy with the Divisional management teams Effective negotiating, influencing and networking skills Ability to provide management advice to senior managers Highly developed problem solving and analytical skills Able to assess a broad range of complex information quickly and accurately including finance, activity, clinical, technical service data Ability to oversee the performance targets of specialties Manage complex and multifaceted problems Ability to anaylse information on the performance of specialties ensuring corrective actions are carried out Ability to support business objectives Highly developed financial management and business management skills Ability to support the delivery of financial performance Ability to support successful operational performance Ability to work collaboratively Ability to undertake strategic planning and make complex decisions Ability to review performance of teams Ability to lead change and hold others to account Ability to develop strategies for the use of clinical information to inform and support service delivery and clinical decision making Ability to promote the initiation of research and clinical governance/audit projects within the Division Ability to use their own judgment to define short-, medium- and long-term work priorities To be flexible to the demands of the environment including unpredictable work patterns, deadlines and frequent interruptions Ability to make recommendations to Trust Management and challenge current practices in order to achieve the required outcomes Ability to adapt ways of working through transformational change Ability to deal with sensitive and complex issues affecting individuals Ability to deal directly with and resolve issues with complainants Ability to manage work priorities effectively Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development Portrays self-belief and drive for improvement Demonstrates intellectual flexibility, political astuteness and drive for results Desirable Evidence of collaborative working and effective strategic influencing Ability to provide strategic leadership to senior teams Ability to initiate strategies for the development of audits and research projects to ensure recommendations are acted upon Ability to work in a complex environment by utilising past and current skills and knowledge Personal Qualities Desirable Proven track record of managing and developing services Maintains a focus on local healthcare developments and assesses the impact within own sphere of influence To challenge existing practice and initiate improvement in services to meet the needs of patients and achieve corporate objectives Other Essential To be able to travel to different organisations to represent the Trust on official business Ability to work on call Ability to work flexibly and unsocial hours
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).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
SWFT/GEH
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
SWFT/GEH
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.swft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 2434482
Job summary
For your information sponsorship for this role is not available.
We currently have a vacancy for zero hour for nights only as a Telephonist/Receptionist who have excellent communication skills and would like to join our Hospital Switchboard Team.
You must be confident, articulate, have good organisational skills and be able to maintain the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
We are seeking applicants with at least 2 years experience working within the telecommunications service or customers facing roles, ideally gained within the NHS but not essential
Full training will be provided to successful candidates
If you would like to have an informal discussion about this post, please contact:
Barbara Halford - Switch Board Supervisor Hotel Services 01926 495321 M-F 13:30- 21:00
Main duties of the job
To undertake general telephonist/receptionist duties acting as the first point of contact for our patient, visitors and staff.
About us
SWFT Clinical Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of the South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT). The company provides a number of services such as outpatient pharmacy facilities at Warwick and Stratford and Nuneaton hospitals; estates and facilities management at Stratford hospital, Acorn House and Lillington Health Hub; private patient service and consultancy services to NHS Trusts.
Subject to the Company and individual's performance, an annual discretionary bonus will be awarded.
There is automatic enrolment to the Company pension scheme, with the Company contributing 5%.
A benefits package is available to the appointed candidate upon successful completion of the six month probationary period. This gives access to benefits such as a car lease scheme; Home & Electronics scheme; discounted leisure and travel; retail discounts and a cycle to work scheme.
Where is also access to a 24/7, 365 days a year Employee Assistance Programme to support colleagues who may be facing some tough times or they need extra support with their mental well-being.
Details
Date posted
19 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£28,484.53 a year Pro rata
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
203-SWFTCS294
Job locations
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To receive and re-direct telephone calls to the appropriate departments in an efficient friendly manner
To maintain a helpful and confident manner when dealing with patients, visitors and staff in order to promote the caring and professional image of the Trust.
To assist the general public with directions and enquiries at the reception window, which may include but not exclusive to PPE, patient transfers via porters, etc
To operate the hospital bleep system including daily tests, dealing with faults and to issue batteries as required and recycle the batteries
To issue and maintain records of key allocation and door codes for key personnel
To monitor and escalate the emergency numbers 2222 & 3333, at all times
To support on the activation of emergency procedures in the event of fire, cardiac arrest, maternity emergencies and major emergencies and to inform appropriate personnel
To maintain all appropriate records including on-call rotas, on-call mobile phone numbers
Programme the on-call phones to the relevant on call consultants
To provide on-call lists for the relevant wards and departments
To deal with requests for access from the general public to hospital wards in an efficient and friendly manner
To deal and escalate requests for non-emergency transport from wards and departments using SWFT logistics
Follow set procedures when reporting faults with equipment
To regularly carry out the testing the emergency red phones throughout the hospital
To initial assist and escalate the emergency lift phones/communication as and when required.
To support in the regular testing of alarms and systems in conjunction with Estates
To regularly monitor alarm panels and report any issues to security, porters or estates, blood bank, or any other associated team
To liaise with Estates out of hours on-call staff with regard to issues relating to maintenance for all South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust Hospitals. Warwick, Stratford, Rehab, Ellen Badger.
To be the primary site contact for calls relating to patient transfers/discharges for via the agree logistics service provider
Update the internal telephone directory from the starters and leavers list
To support the internal postal team relating to mail redirecting around the Trust which cannot be identified
To support queries relating to car parking in the absence of the Security team
To take all necessary care for the security of equipment and information
To co-operate with colleagues and management to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others
To liaise with relevant personnel and co-ordinate any queries concerning the mortuary out of hours
To contact and assist, if applicable, the on-call manager with regard to out of hours queries
Regular use of the Trust computerised Patient Administration System Lorenzo to locate patients and assist with enquiries
To communicate and respond to patients and/or departments that contact the Trust whom are hard of hearing, via the dedicated handset
To liaise with Medical staffing about locum Doctors
To issue locum packs, identity badges and accommodation keys
To provide the support for issuing of temporary ID cards which may need required out of hours
Sign out fall back smart card for A&E staff when necessary
Deal with contractors, out of hours, upon request
To accept and forward any calls/information for a number of complex teams around the Trust, out of hours
Hand out Rheumatology prescriptions and blood forms to patients obtaining signatures
To be a primary contact for access to the main hospital site, out of hours, for patients, visitors and staff via the intercom
There will be a requirement to work alone and unsupervised from 5pm Monday to Friday, weekends and some bank holidays
Communications and Working Relationships
To have good interpersonal skills and to be able to communicate with all levels of staff, patients, visitors and all hospital users
Job description
Job responsibilities
To receive and re-direct telephone calls to the appropriate departments in an efficient friendly manner
To maintain a helpful and confident manner when dealing with patients, visitors and staff in order to promote the caring and professional image of the Trust.
To assist the general public with directions and enquiries at the reception window, which may include but not exclusive to PPE, patient transfers via porters, etc
To operate the hospital bleep system including daily tests, dealing with faults and to issue batteries as required and recycle the batteries
To issue and maintain records of key allocation and door codes for key personnel
To monitor and escalate the emergency numbers 2222 & 3333, at all times
To support on the activation of emergency procedures in the event of fire, cardiac arrest, maternity emergencies and major emergencies and to inform appropriate personnel
To maintain all appropriate records including on-call rotas, on-call mobile phone numbers
Programme the on-call phones to the relevant on call consultants
To provide on-call lists for the relevant wards and departments
To deal with requests for access from the general public to hospital wards in an efficient and friendly manner
To deal and escalate requests for non-emergency transport from wards and departments using SWFT logistics
Follow set procedures when reporting faults with equipment
To regularly carry out the testing the emergency red phones throughout the hospital
To initial assist and escalate the emergency lift phones/communication as and when required.
To support in the regular testing of alarms and systems in conjunction with Estates
To regularly monitor alarm panels and report any issues to security, porters or estates, blood bank, or any other associated team
To liaise with Estates out of hours on-call staff with regard to issues relating to maintenance for all South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust Hospitals. Warwick, Stratford, Rehab, Ellen Badger.
To be the primary site contact for calls relating to patient transfers/discharges for via the agree logistics service provider
Update the internal telephone directory from the starters and leavers list
To support the internal postal team relating to mail redirecting around the Trust which cannot be identified
To support queries relating to car parking in the absence of the Security team
To take all necessary care for the security of equipment and information
To co-operate with colleagues and management to ensure the health and safety of themselves and others
To liaise with relevant personnel and co-ordinate any queries concerning the mortuary out of hours
To contact and assist, if applicable, the on-call manager with regard to out of hours queries
Regular use of the Trust computerised Patient Administration System Lorenzo to locate patients and assist with enquiries
To communicate and respond to patients and/or departments that contact the Trust whom are hard of hearing, via the dedicated handset
To liaise with Medical staffing about locum Doctors
To issue locum packs, identity badges and accommodation keys
To provide the support for issuing of temporary ID cards which may need required out of hours
Sign out fall back smart card for A&E staff when necessary
Deal with contractors, out of hours, upon request
To accept and forward any calls/information for a number of complex teams around the Trust, out of hours
Hand out Rheumatology prescriptions and blood forms to patients obtaining signatures
To be a primary contact for access to the main hospital site, out of hours, for patients, visitors and staff via the intercom
There will be a requirement to work alone and unsupervised from 5pm Monday to Friday, weekends and some bank holidays
Communications and Working Relationships
To have good interpersonal skills and to be able to communicate with all levels of staff, patients, visitors and all hospital users
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 education or equivalent experience
- Communications and customer relations skills
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in telecommunications services
Desirable
- Experience gained preferably within the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to plan workload and work under pressure
- Good working knowledge of confidentiality
- Computer keyboard skills for data entry
- Able to work independently and as a part of a team, referring to supervisor as needed
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Articulate and polite
- Responsible and reliable
- Co-operative and flexible worker
- Able to work as part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Able to concentrate on tasks and change priorities as the role requires
Other
Essential
- Able to work on a shift basis
- Willingness to work additional hours
- Able to work unsupervised and alone out of hours and weekends
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 3 education or equivalent experience
- Communications and customer relations skills
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in telecommunications services
Desirable
- Experience gained preferably within the NHS
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal communication skills
- Good organisational skills
- Ability to plan workload and work under pressure
- Good working knowledge of confidentiality
- Computer keyboard skills for data entry
- Able to work independently and as a part of a team, referring to supervisor as needed
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Articulate and polite
- Responsible and reliable
- Co-operative and flexible worker
- Able to work as part of a team
- Good organisational skills
- Able to concentrate on tasks and change priorities as the role requires
Other
Essential
- Able to work on a shift basis
- Willingness to work additional hours
- Able to work unsupervised and alone out of hours and weekends
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
SWFT Clinical Services Ltd
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://swftclinicalservices.co.uk/default.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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