Job summary

We are looking for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our Urgent Community Response team working across North Warwickshire Out of Hospital division.

North Base - Hartshill Health Centre, Sidhu Close, Hartshill, Nuneaton CV10 0LT

We will accept applications from trainee ACPs in the final stages of their course or those awaiting final confirmation of the qualification.

The Urgent Community Response team provide urgent care to deteriorating patients within their own home/care homes. The role will be an opportunity to work in a well-established dynamic team.

This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to develop responsive services to assess, diagnose and treat unwell frail patients at home with the support of the Consultant ACP. The post would suit those from a range of backgrounds with experience in acute / emergency care, care of the elderly or community / primary care services. An understanding of Frailty and the need for admission avoidance is key.

Main duties of the job

The post-holders will exercise advanced clinical skills, levels of judgement, discretion and decision-making in clinical care, demonstrated through, and supported by, professional portfolio evidence.

They will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team and allied specialties to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the provision of accessible, high-quality clinical care at Warwick Hospital. Clinical duties may include a combination of shifts with regular evening, weekend and bank holiday working.

Cross site working for example at stratford, leamington or community sites may be required.

During winter months and at other times of high demand, the post-holder will provide care to and expedite the discharge of patients autonomously and by facilitating the nurse-led discharge process.

The post includes 20% of contracted hours dedicated to the 3 non-clinical pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice, leadership, education and research.

The post-holders will be expected to contribute significantly to clinical governance, audit, research, training and education, providing leadership to the clinical team in one or more of these areas.

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

28 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year

per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Flexible working,

Compressed hours

Reference number

203-CS1253

Job locations

SWFT - Hartshill Health Centre

Sidhu Close

Nuneaton

CV10 0LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL PRACTICE

Deliver evidence-based personalised and compassionate care which places quality at the heart of specialist practice in a range of clinical settings appropriate to the speciality. Care will be responsive to individual patient needs and reflect current local protocols and national guidelines.

Utilise highly developed clinical knowledge and advanced level physical examination skills as indicated by the patients condition to independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatments and interventions for patients presenting to the specialty with undifferentiated and complex presentations.

Requests and interprets appropriate investigations such as laboratory tests, electrocardiograms (ECGs), ultrasound scans, and radiological investigations in accordance with IR(ME)R regulations and local policies.

Analyses multiple sources of data including patient history, physical examination and investigation findings when making diagnoses, clinical judgements and evaluating care provided.

Manage their own caseload of patients including comprehensive review of patients, requesting diagnostics, reviewing results and creating and implementing management plans within the speciality and prioritise workload to meet patient and service need.

Prescribes and reviews medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to patient need and in accordance with evidence based practice and national and local protocols and within the roles scope of practice and legal framework. This may not apply to selected ACP roles where prescribing is considered optional and the individual ACP is from an allied health profession that is legally unable to undertake an independent non-medical prescribing qualification.

Performs clinical procedures requiring highly developed skills and precision that are relevant to the speciality and appropriate to the history and physical examination of the patient.

Refer directly to senior medical colleagues, other health care professionals and specialities as required, to ensure optimal efficiency and quality of care with individual scope of practice.

Support development and implementation of personalised care pathways for the speciality through holistic needs assessment, planning, evaluation and a coordinated approach to care.

Act as a patient advocate to facilitate the process of shared decision-making in respect to health, choice of treatment and care. Use interpersonal and communication skills where there may be significant barriers in order to build confidence. Ensure that patients individual needs are expressed and valued and individual management plans are understood.

Empower patients to self-manage their condition, undertaking risk stratification to determine those who can self-manage following education, those who will need guided support to self-manage and those who will need ongoing face-to-face support.

Act as a resource, providing clinical expertise, specialist advice and support across service boundaries to ensure optimum liaison and co-ordination of care.

Utilise a professional portfolio and relevant speciality credentialling (where appropriate) to evidence achievement and maintenance of clinical competencies and skills relevant to the speciality.

LEADERSHIP (AND MANAGEMENT)

Provide clinical advice and leadership to others across the organisation, acting as a role-model and demonstrating high standards of holistic care.

Support trainee practitioners including responsibility for annual appraisal where applicable.

Contribute to budget planning and management as required.

Contribute to the clinical governance agenda including risk assessment and audit.

Works in partnership with clinical and non-clinical teams in the department to drive service improvement and lead delegated projects, monitoring progress in terms of milestones and key measures of performance. Develops and contributes to local SOPs, policies and guidelines, interpreting and adapting national protocols and standards to enhance patient care and safety.

EDUCATION

Support the development of trainee ACPs within own speciality and provide development opportunities for trainee ACPs in other specialities to ensure their access to a wide variety of clinical presentations throughout their training.

Act as a clinical supervisor in line with local, national or course specific guidance for supervisors as required. Develop own skills and knolwedge relevant to multiprofessional supervision and evidence this in professional e-portfolio.

Deliver formal and informal teaching initiatives as part of the Trusts education strategy as agreed with the appropriate senior staff to ensure practice development, staff empowerment and improved care for patients.

Identify and use educational strategies to deliver complex information to patients and carers and support self-management and health promotion.

Influence the development of other professionals and promote a culture of learning by leading or contributing to relevant education and training locally or regionally.

Take personal responsibility for life-long learning and personal development through clinical supervision and appraisal. Actively engage with learning and development opportunities needed to work as an ACP and take appropriate action to ensure these needs are met and evidence in a professional portfolio e.g. trust e-portfolio.

Contribute to the Trust-wide advanced practice education agenda

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL PRACTICE

Deliver evidence-based personalised and compassionate care which places quality at the heart of specialist practice in a range of clinical settings appropriate to the speciality. Care will be responsive to individual patient needs and reflect current local protocols and national guidelines.

Utilise highly developed clinical knowledge and advanced level physical examination skills as indicated by the patients condition to independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatments and interventions for patients presenting to the specialty with undifferentiated and complex presentations.

Requests and interprets appropriate investigations such as laboratory tests, electrocardiograms (ECGs), ultrasound scans, and radiological investigations in accordance with IR(ME)R regulations and local policies.

Analyses multiple sources of data including patient history, physical examination and investigation findings when making diagnoses, clinical judgements and evaluating care provided.

Manage their own caseload of patients including comprehensive review of patients, requesting diagnostics, reviewing results and creating and implementing management plans within the speciality and prioritise workload to meet patient and service need.

Prescribes and reviews medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to patient need and in accordance with evidence based practice and national and local protocols and within the roles scope of practice and legal framework. This may not apply to selected ACP roles where prescribing is considered optional and the individual ACP is from an allied health profession that is legally unable to undertake an independent non-medical prescribing qualification.

Performs clinical procedures requiring highly developed skills and precision that are relevant to the speciality and appropriate to the history and physical examination of the patient.

Refer directly to senior medical colleagues, other health care professionals and specialities as required, to ensure optimal efficiency and quality of care with individual scope of practice.

Support development and implementation of personalised care pathways for the speciality through holistic needs assessment, planning, evaluation and a coordinated approach to care.

Act as a patient advocate to facilitate the process of shared decision-making in respect to health, choice of treatment and care. Use interpersonal and communication skills where there may be significant barriers in order to build confidence. Ensure that patients individual needs are expressed and valued and individual management plans are understood.

Empower patients to self-manage their condition, undertaking risk stratification to determine those who can self-manage following education, those who will need guided support to self-manage and those who will need ongoing face-to-face support.

Act as a resource, providing clinical expertise, specialist advice and support across service boundaries to ensure optimum liaison and co-ordination of care.

Utilise a professional portfolio and relevant speciality credentialling (where appropriate) to evidence achievement and maintenance of clinical competencies and skills relevant to the speciality.

LEADERSHIP (AND MANAGEMENT)

Provide clinical advice and leadership to others across the organisation, acting as a role-model and demonstrating high standards of holistic care.

Support trainee practitioners including responsibility for annual appraisal where applicable.

Contribute to budget planning and management as required.

Contribute to the clinical governance agenda including risk assessment and audit.

Works in partnership with clinical and non-clinical teams in the department to drive service improvement and lead delegated projects, monitoring progress in terms of milestones and key measures of performance. Develops and contributes to local SOPs, policies and guidelines, interpreting and adapting national protocols and standards to enhance patient care and safety.

EDUCATION

Support the development of trainee ACPs within own speciality and provide development opportunities for trainee ACPs in other specialities to ensure their access to a wide variety of clinical presentations throughout their training.

Act as a clinical supervisor in line with local, national or course specific guidance for supervisors as required. Develop own skills and knolwedge relevant to multiprofessional supervision and evidence this in professional e-portfolio.

Deliver formal and informal teaching initiatives as part of the Trusts education strategy as agreed with the appropriate senior staff to ensure practice development, staff empowerment and improved care for patients.

Identify and use educational strategies to deliver complex information to patients and carers and support self-management and health promotion.

Influence the development of other professionals and promote a culture of learning by leading or contributing to relevant education and training locally or regionally.

Take personal responsibility for life-long learning and personal development through clinical supervision and appraisal. Actively engage with learning and development opportunities needed to work as an ACP and take appropriate action to ensure these needs are met and evidence in a professional portfolio e.g. trust e-portfolio.

Contribute to the Trust-wide advanced practice education agenda

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered professional: NMC/ HCPC etc

• Master's Level (MSc) Degree in Advanced Practice. An MSc in another relevant subject combined with a Post Graduate Certificate (PG cert) in Advanced Practice or credentialed portfolio is an acceptable alternative.

• Recognised level 7 History taking and clinical examination/Health assessment module

• Independent Prescriber

• Evidence of continued professional development within relevant clinical speciality equivalent to local e-portfolio curriculum/capabilities in practice (CiP)

Desirable

• Recognised Teaching Qualification

• Leadership course

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously within relevant medical speciality.

• Experience of trainee supervision and teaching

• Experience in patient advocacy

• Experience in contributing to research, audit and evidence-based care

• Able to work with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Desirable

• Proven leadership skills

• Experience in delivering service improvement

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable clinical and procedural skills relevant to the speciality and willingness to expand further to meet service needs.

• Advanced knowledge of the range of presentations, diagnoses and current management options within the speciality area

• Evidence of planning and organisational skills

• Proven listening and counselling skills with the ability to manage complex situations and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes

• Ability to clinically lead and influence others

• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to manage own caseload

• Able to use skills of history taking and physical assessment to direct patient care

• Excellent decision making abilities and critical thinking skills

• Able to conduct and evaluate own projects successfully

• Demonstrate an understanding of the current national issues relevant to medical specialities

• Knowledge of quality standards and relevant NICE guidelines, CQUINs etc

• Knowledge and use of governance and risk assessment to improve quality and service development

• Ability to carry out and evaluate audit and research

• Proficient IT and presentation skills

• Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Problem solver

• Team player

• Creative thinker

• Able to perform under pressure

• Diplomatic

• Highly self-motivated to develop across 4 pillars

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work weekends and evenings

• Flexible and positive approach to work

• Able to work across the whole health economy

• Maintain trust e-portfolio to demonstrate ongoing CPD and clinical competence

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered professional: NMC/ HCPC etc

• Master's Level (MSc) Degree in Advanced Practice. An MSc in another relevant subject combined with a Post Graduate Certificate (PG cert) in Advanced Practice or credentialed portfolio is an acceptable alternative.

• Recognised level 7 History taking and clinical examination/Health assessment module

• Independent Prescriber

• Evidence of continued professional development within relevant clinical speciality equivalent to local e-portfolio curriculum/capabilities in practice (CiP)

Desirable

• Recognised Teaching Qualification

• Leadership course

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously within relevant medical speciality.

• Experience of trainee supervision and teaching

• Experience in patient advocacy

• Experience in contributing to research, audit and evidence-based care

• Able to work with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Desirable

• Proven leadership skills

• Experience in delivering service improvement

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable clinical and procedural skills relevant to the speciality and willingness to expand further to meet service needs.

• Advanced knowledge of the range of presentations, diagnoses and current management options within the speciality area

• Evidence of planning and organisational skills

• Proven listening and counselling skills with the ability to manage complex situations and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes

• Ability to clinically lead and influence others

• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to manage own caseload

• Able to use skills of history taking and physical assessment to direct patient care

• Excellent decision making abilities and critical thinking skills

• Able to conduct and evaluate own projects successfully

• Demonstrate an understanding of the current national issues relevant to medical specialities

• Knowledge of quality standards and relevant NICE guidelines, CQUINs etc

• Knowledge and use of governance and risk assessment to improve quality and service development

• Ability to carry out and evaluate audit and research

• Proficient IT and presentation skills

• Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Problem solver

• Team player

• Creative thinker

• Able to perform under pressure

• Diplomatic

• Highly self-motivated to develop across 4 pillars

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work weekends and evenings

• Flexible and positive approach to work

• Able to work across the whole health economy

• Maintain trust e-portfolio to demonstrate ongoing CPD and clinical competence

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 - Hartshill Health Centre

Sidhu Close

Nuneaton

CV10 0LT

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 - Hartshill Health Centre

Sidhu Close

Nuneaton

CV10 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for an Advanced Clinical Practitioner to join our Urgent Community Response team working across North Warwickshire Out of Hospital division.

North Base - Hartshill Health Centre, Sidhu Close, Hartshill, Nuneaton CV10 0LT

We will accept applications from trainee ACPs in the final stages of their course or those awaiting final confirmation of the qualification.

The Urgent Community Response team provide urgent care to deteriorating patients within their own home/care homes. The role will be an opportunity to work in a well-established dynamic team.

This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to develop responsive services to assess, diagnose and treat unwell frail patients at home with the support of the Consultant ACP. The post would suit those from a range of backgrounds with experience in acute / emergency care, care of the elderly or community / primary care services. An understanding of Frailty and the need for admission avoidance is key.

Main duties of the job

The post-holders will exercise advanced clinical skills, levels of judgement, discretion and decision-making in clinical care, demonstrated through, and supported by, professional portfolio evidence.

They will work collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team and allied specialties to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the provision of accessible, high-quality clinical care at Warwick Hospital. Clinical duties may include a combination of shifts with regular evening, weekend and bank holiday working.

Cross site working for example at stratford, leamington or community sites may be required.

During winter months and at other times of high demand, the post-holder will provide care to and expedite the discharge of patients autonomously and by facilitating the nurse-led discharge process.

The post includes 20% of contracted hours dedicated to the 3 non-clinical pillars of Advanced Clinical Practice, leadership, education and research.

The post-holders will be expected to contribute significantly to clinical governance, audit, research, training and education, providing leadership to the clinical team in one or more of these areas.

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

28 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year

per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time,

Flexible working,

Compressed hours

Reference number

203-CS1253A

Job locations

SWFT - Hartshill Health Centre

Sidhu Close

Nuneaton

CV10 0LT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL PRACTICE

Deliver evidence-based personalised and compassionate care which places quality at the heart of specialist practice in a range of clinical settings appropriate to the speciality. Care will be responsive to individual patient needs and reflect current local protocols and national guidelines.

Utilise highly developed clinical knowledge and advanced level physical examination skills as indicated by the patients condition to independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatments and interventions for patients presenting to the specialty with undifferentiated and complex presentations.

Requests and interprets appropriate investigations such as laboratory tests, electrocardiograms (ECGs), ultrasound scans, and radiological investigations in accordance with IR(ME)R regulations and local policies.

Analyses multiple sources of data including patient history, physical examination and investigation findings when making diagnoses, clinical judgements and evaluating care provided.

Manage their own caseload of patients including comprehensive review of patients, requesting diagnostics, reviewing results and creating and implementing management plans within the speciality and prioritise workload to meet patient and service need.

Prescribes and reviews medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to patient need and in accordance with evidence based practice and national and local protocols and within the roles scope of practice and legal framework. This may not apply to selected ACP roles where prescribing is considered optional and the individual ACP is from an allied health profession that is legally unable to undertake an independent non-medical prescribing qualification.

Performs clinical procedures requiring highly developed skills and precision that are relevant to the speciality and appropriate to the history and physical examination of the patient.

Refer directly to senior medical colleagues, other health care professionals and specialities as required, to ensure optimal efficiency and quality of care with individual scope of practice.

Support development and implementation of personalised care pathways for the speciality through holistic needs assessment, planning, evaluation and a coordinated approach to care.

Act as a patient advocate to facilitate the process of shared decision-making in respect to health, choice of treatment and care. Use interpersonal and communication skills where there may be significant barriers in order to build confidence. Ensure that patients individual needs are expressed and valued and individual management plans are understood.

Empower patients to self-manage their condition, undertaking risk stratification to determine those who can self-manage following education, those who will need guided support to self-manage and those who will need ongoing face-to-face support.

Act as a resource, providing clinical expertise, specialist advice and support across service boundaries to ensure optimum liaison and co-ordination of care.

Utilise a professional portfolio and relevant speciality credentialling (where appropriate) to evidence achievement and maintenance of clinical competencies and skills relevant to the speciality.

LEADERSHIP (AND MANAGEMENT)

Provide clinical advice and leadership to others across the organisation, acting as a role-model and demonstrating high standards of holistic care.

Support trainee practitioners including responsibility for annual appraisal where applicable.

Contribute to budget planning and management as required.

Contribute to the clinical governance agenda including risk assessment and audit.

Works in partnership with clinical and non-clinical teams in the department to drive service improvement and lead delegated projects, monitoring progress in terms of milestones and key measures of performance. Develops and contributes to local SOPs, policies and guidelines, interpreting and adapting national protocols and standards to enhance patient care and safety.

EDUCATION

Support the development of trainee ACPs within own speciality and provide development opportunities for trainee ACPs in other specialities to ensure their access to a wide variety of clinical presentations throughout their training.

Act as a clinical supervisor in line with local, national or course specific guidance for supervisors as required. Develop own skills and knolwedge relevant to multiprofessional supervision and evidence this in professional e-portfolio.

Deliver formal and informal teaching initiatives as part of the Trusts education strategy as agreed with the appropriate senior staff to ensure practice development, staff empowerment and improved care for patients.

Identify and use educational strategies to deliver complex information to patients and carers and support self-management and health promotion.

Influence the development of other professionals and promote a culture of learning by leading or contributing to relevant education and training locally or regionally.

Take personal responsibility for life-long learning and personal development through clinical supervision and appraisal. Actively engage with learning and development opportunities needed to work as an ACP and take appropriate action to ensure these needs are met and evidence in a professional portfolio e.g. trust e-portfolio.

Contribute to the Trust-wide advanced practice education agenda

Job description

Job responsibilities

CLINICAL PRACTICE

Deliver evidence-based personalised and compassionate care which places quality at the heart of specialist practice in a range of clinical settings appropriate to the speciality. Care will be responsive to individual patient needs and reflect current local protocols and national guidelines.

Utilise highly developed clinical knowledge and advanced level physical examination skills as indicated by the patients condition to independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate treatments and interventions for patients presenting to the specialty with undifferentiated and complex presentations.

Requests and interprets appropriate investigations such as laboratory tests, electrocardiograms (ECGs), ultrasound scans, and radiological investigations in accordance with IR(ME)R regulations and local policies.

Analyses multiple sources of data including patient history, physical examination and investigation findings when making diagnoses, clinical judgements and evaluating care provided.

Manage their own caseload of patients including comprehensive review of patients, requesting diagnostics, reviewing results and creating and implementing management plans within the speciality and prioritise workload to meet patient and service need.

Prescribes and reviews medication for therapeutic effectiveness appropriate to patient need and in accordance with evidence based practice and national and local protocols and within the roles scope of practice and legal framework. This may not apply to selected ACP roles where prescribing is considered optional and the individual ACP is from an allied health profession that is legally unable to undertake an independent non-medical prescribing qualification.

Performs clinical procedures requiring highly developed skills and precision that are relevant to the speciality and appropriate to the history and physical examination of the patient.

Refer directly to senior medical colleagues, other health care professionals and specialities as required, to ensure optimal efficiency and quality of care with individual scope of practice.

Support development and implementation of personalised care pathways for the speciality through holistic needs assessment, planning, evaluation and a coordinated approach to care.

Act as a patient advocate to facilitate the process of shared decision-making in respect to health, choice of treatment and care. Use interpersonal and communication skills where there may be significant barriers in order to build confidence. Ensure that patients individual needs are expressed and valued and individual management plans are understood.

Empower patients to self-manage their condition, undertaking risk stratification to determine those who can self-manage following education, those who will need guided support to self-manage and those who will need ongoing face-to-face support.

Act as a resource, providing clinical expertise, specialist advice and support across service boundaries to ensure optimum liaison and co-ordination of care.

Utilise a professional portfolio and relevant speciality credentialling (where appropriate) to evidence achievement and maintenance of clinical competencies and skills relevant to the speciality.

LEADERSHIP (AND MANAGEMENT)

Provide clinical advice and leadership to others across the organisation, acting as a role-model and demonstrating high standards of holistic care.

Support trainee practitioners including responsibility for annual appraisal where applicable.

Contribute to budget planning and management as required.

Contribute to the clinical governance agenda including risk assessment and audit.

Works in partnership with clinical and non-clinical teams in the department to drive service improvement and lead delegated projects, monitoring progress in terms of milestones and key measures of performance. Develops and contributes to local SOPs, policies and guidelines, interpreting and adapting national protocols and standards to enhance patient care and safety.

EDUCATION

Support the development of trainee ACPs within own speciality and provide development opportunities for trainee ACPs in other specialities to ensure their access to a wide variety of clinical presentations throughout their training.

Act as a clinical supervisor in line with local, national or course specific guidance for supervisors as required. Develop own skills and knolwedge relevant to multiprofessional supervision and evidence this in professional e-portfolio.

Deliver formal and informal teaching initiatives as part of the Trusts education strategy as agreed with the appropriate senior staff to ensure practice development, staff empowerment and improved care for patients.

Identify and use educational strategies to deliver complex information to patients and carers and support self-management and health promotion.

Influence the development of other professionals and promote a culture of learning by leading or contributing to relevant education and training locally or regionally.

Take personal responsibility for life-long learning and personal development through clinical supervision and appraisal. Actively engage with learning and development opportunities needed to work as an ACP and take appropriate action to ensure these needs are met and evidence in a professional portfolio e.g. trust e-portfolio.

Contribute to the Trust-wide advanced practice education agenda

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered professional: NMC/ HCPC etc

• Master's Level (MSc) Degree in Advanced Practice. An MSc in another relevant subject combined with a Post Graduate Certificate (PG cert) in Advanced Practice or credentialed portfolio is an acceptable alternative.

• Recognised level 7 History taking and clinical examination/Health assessment module

• Independent Prescriber

• Evidence of continued professional development within relevant clinical speciality equivalent to local e-portfolio curriculum/capabilities in practice (CiP)

Desirable

• Recognised Teaching Qualification

• Leadership course

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously within relevant medical speciality.

• Experience of trainee supervision and teaching

• Experience in patient advocacy

• Experience in contributing to research, audit and evidence-based care

• Able to work with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Desirable

• Proven leadership skills

• Experience in delivering service improvement

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable clinical and procedural skills relevant to the speciality and willingness to expand further to meet service needs.

• Advanced knowledge of the range of presentations, diagnoses and current management options within the speciality area

• Evidence of planning and organisational skills

• Proven listening and counselling skills with the ability to manage complex situations and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes

• Ability to clinically lead and influence others

• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to manage own caseload

• Able to use skills of history taking and physical assessment to direct patient care

• Excellent decision making abilities and critical thinking skills

• Able to conduct and evaluate own projects successfully

• Demonstrate an understanding of the current national issues relevant to medical specialities

• Knowledge of quality standards and relevant NICE guidelines, CQUINs etc

• Knowledge and use of governance and risk assessment to improve quality and service development

• Ability to carry out and evaluate audit and research

• Proficient IT and presentation skills

• Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Problem solver

• Team player

• Creative thinker

• Able to perform under pressure

• Diplomatic

• Highly self-motivated to develop across 4 pillars

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work weekends and evenings

• Flexible and positive approach to work

• Able to work across the whole health economy

• Maintain trust e-portfolio to demonstrate ongoing CPD and clinical competence

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered professional: NMC/ HCPC etc

• Master's Level (MSc) Degree in Advanced Practice. An MSc in another relevant subject combined with a Post Graduate Certificate (PG cert) in Advanced Practice or credentialed portfolio is an acceptable alternative.

• Recognised level 7 History taking and clinical examination/Health assessment module

• Independent Prescriber

• Evidence of continued professional development within relevant clinical speciality equivalent to local e-portfolio curriculum/capabilities in practice (CiP)

Desirable

• Recognised Teaching Qualification

• Leadership course

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously within relevant medical speciality.

• Experience of trainee supervision and teaching

• Experience in patient advocacy

• Experience in contributing to research, audit and evidence-based care

• Able to work with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders

Desirable

• Proven leadership skills

• Experience in delivering service improvement

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrable clinical and procedural skills relevant to the speciality and willingness to expand further to meet service needs.

• Advanced knowledge of the range of presentations, diagnoses and current management options within the speciality area

• Evidence of planning and organisational skills

• Proven listening and counselling skills with the ability to manage complex situations and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes

• Ability to clinically lead and influence others

• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to manage own caseload

• Able to use skills of history taking and physical assessment to direct patient care

• Excellent decision making abilities and critical thinking skills

• Able to conduct and evaluate own projects successfully

• Demonstrate an understanding of the current national issues relevant to medical specialities

• Knowledge of quality standards and relevant NICE guidelines, CQUINs etc

• Knowledge and use of governance and risk assessment to improve quality and service development

• Ability to carry out and evaluate audit and research

• Proficient IT and presentation skills

• Ability to write reports and maintain accurate records

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Problem solver

• Team player

• Creative thinker

• Able to perform under pressure

• Diplomatic

• Highly self-motivated to develop across 4 pillars

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work weekends and evenings

• Flexible and positive approach to work

• Able to work across the whole health economy

• Maintain trust e-portfolio to demonstrate ongoing CPD and clinical competence

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 - Hartshill Health Centre

Sidhu Close

Nuneaton

CV10 0LT

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 - Hartshill Health Centre

Sidhu Close

Nuneaton

CV10 0LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Around 3000 babies a year are born at South Warwickshire NHS Foundation Trust and we are proud to have been at the fore front of successful service improvements and developments including work with the Department of Health, Better Births, the Baby Friendly Initiative and local charities and support groups.

An exciting opportunity is available for a SCBU Ward Clerk to join the Family Health Division. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and organisational skills, who is enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed to the provision of a high quality service.

Main duties of the job

Provide clerical and administrative support to the clinical team on the special care baby unit

To input, maintain and retrieve data from a variety of databases.

Ordering files and notes

Communicating with families and members of the multi disciplinary 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.

Job summary

We currently have a vacancy for 21.25 hours per week 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 or Sharon Rose - Multiple Site Reception Manager/Senior Administrator 01926 815045 ex 8203

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.

Job summary

To deliver a high standard of nursing care to patients undergoing neurorehabilitation. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, and implementation and evaluation of the programme of the care. 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

Main duties of the job

To undertake professional duties in patients homes and clinics delivering a high standard of nursing care and health promotion. The post holders will be responsible for the assessment of patient care needs, and implementation and evaluation of the programme of the care. 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. To work across professional boundaries, providing comprehensive health care that is sensitive to the needs of the local population.

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.

Job summary

Coventry and Warwickshire Pathology Services (CWPS) offer a range of diagnostics tests across a number of departments. The Cellular Pathology service receives approximately 56,000 cases per year across 3 NHS Trusts; University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, George Eliot NHS Trust and South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust.

The Histology laboratories are based at University Hospital Coventry and Warwick Hospital. It is an exciting time to join the department as we are currently implementing new laboratory equipment. We have also recently implemented the Sectra Digital Pathology solution and brand new Hamamatsu scanners, and will be upgrading the Pathology LIMS system in 2026.

CWPS have been given funding for extra laboratory workforce to support in meeting the increasing demand for Histology case processing and Cancer Services across the Trusts. We are looking for a Biomedical Scientist to join our team.

The successful applicant will have the IBMS registration portfolio and be HCPC registered.

Interviews are proposed for week commencing 28th September.

Please note that these positions will also be available to applicants wishing to progress via the trainee Biomedical Scientist portfolio route.

Salary will reflect this trainee status when starting the position (Annex 21).

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Main duties of the job

You must be able to support the provision of a full histopathology diagnostic service, which will include BMS cut-up, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, special stains, and immunohistochemistry. The successful candidate must demonstrate commitment to improvements to quality and standards within their area of work.The laboratory operates a full rotation system through all sections. Training and encouragement is provided for CPD and other personal development.

The network offers an excellent opportunity to those seeking employment in a modern, innovative and high-profile organisation. Working shifts are 7.5 hours between 0700 to 1900, Monday- Saturday across the 2 Hospital sites on a rotational basis.

About us

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire 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 employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care 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 worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

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.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details

Date posted

27 August 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

218-HSS-B5-8250222

Job locations

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties of the role:

• Perform daily routine and specialised diagnostic services on patient and environmental samples containing potentially infectious material. This will be done on a rotational basis using manual and automated techniques to exacting medical and scientific standards according to standard operating procedures

• Perform daily interpretation of diagnostic investigations. Know how to proceed in the event of technical / analytical non conformity and when to inform the line manager

• Accurate and timely entry of data onto the laboratory computer system and/or automated analysers using a VDU and keyboard workstation

• As appropriate record reports for authorisation in electronic form and / or verbally to persons authorised to receive them

• Quality check outputs including maintaining necessary internal record

• Participate in external and internal quality assurance schemes and vertical and horizontal audits as directed by senior staff

• Work to meet laboratory performance targets as directed by senior staff

• Under supervision, develop and investigate new techniques as required by the changing needs of the service

• To regularly inform and discuss progress of training towards a competence portfolio, with the laboratory training officer and other senior staff as appropriate

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

For further details please see the attached job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties of the role:

• Perform daily routine and specialised diagnostic services on patient and environmental samples containing potentially infectious material. This will be done on a rotational basis using manual and automated techniques to exacting medical and scientific standards according to standard operating procedures

• Perform daily interpretation of diagnostic investigations. Know how to proceed in the event of technical / analytical non conformity and when to inform the line manager

• Accurate and timely entry of data onto the laboratory computer system and/or automated analysers using a VDU and keyboard workstation

• As appropriate record reports for authorisation in electronic form and / or verbally to persons authorised to receive them

• Quality check outputs including maintaining necessary internal record

• Participate in external and internal quality assurance schemes and vertical and horizontal audits as directed by senior staff

• Work to meet laboratory performance targets as directed by senior staff

• Under supervision, develop and investigate new techniques as required by the changing needs of the service

• To regularly inform and discuss progress of training towards a competence portfolio, with the laboratory training officer and other senior staff as appropriate

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP.

For further details please see the attached job description.

Person Specification

Qualification/Training

Essential

• oCompleted Biomedical Science degree acceptable to the HCPC.

Desirable

• oEvidence of CPD

Experience

Essential

• oEvidence of recent laboratory experience.

Desirable

• oNHS laboratory experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oDemonstrate knowledge of Biomedical Science in relevant discipline.

Desirable

• oKnowledge of Quality Management systems. oLaboratory Health and Safety knowledge.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• oGood written and oral communication skills. oBe able to follow complex documents such as a standard operating procedure. oHigh level of accuracy and attention to detail. oPhysically able to carry out some manual handling. oTo be able to communicate clinical information clearly using telephone and Laboratory Information Systems. oCapability to perform laboratory tasks requiring fine manipulation dependent on discipline. oProficient in a range of IT skills.

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) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience

Person Specification

Qualification/Training

Essential

• oCompleted Biomedical Science degree acceptable to the HCPC.

Desirable

• oEvidence of CPD

Experience

Essential

• oEvidence of recent laboratory experience.

Desirable

• oNHS laboratory experience

Knowledge

Essential

• oDemonstrate knowledge of Biomedical Science in relevant discipline.

Desirable

• oKnowledge of Quality Management systems. oLaboratory Health and Safety knowledge.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• oGood written and oral communication skills. oBe able to follow complex documents such as a standard operating procedure. oHigh level of accuracy and attention to detail. oPhysically able to carry out some manual handling. oTo be able to communicate clinical information clearly using telephone and Laboratory Information Systems. oCapability to perform laboratory tasks requiring fine manipulation dependent on discipline. oProficient in a range of IT skills.

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) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work 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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

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

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Reporting to the Head of Education and Workforce Development and working closely with the Deputy Chief Nursing Officer and Chair of the Resuscitation Committee, you will provide strategic leadership for resuscitation services across the Trust. This influential role offers the opportunity to shape policy, drive innovation, improve patient outcomes and ensure compliance with national standards for resuscitation.

As the Trust's designated expert adviser for resuscitation, you will lead a dedicated team and work collaboratively across clinical, education and governance services to deliver a high-quality, patient-centred resuscitation service.

Main duties of the job

The Lead Resuscitation Officer will be responsible, in conjunction with the Chair of the Resuscitation committee and the Head of Education, for the strategy and direction of the established resuscitation services across South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust (SWFT).

The post holder will be responsible for providing expert advice, training, and oversight on all aspects of Resuscitation and management of the deteriorating patient, advising staff throughout the organisation on issues relating to training, equipment and incident management and prevention. They will lead the development and implementation of the Trust Resuscitation Policy and Procedures and will be advising appropriate managers and departments of compliance.

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 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year

pa

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

203-C587

Job locations

Warwick Hospital

Lakin Road

Warwick

CV34 5BW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Will have expert level adult and paediatric resuscitation knowledge, skills and experience and be able to advise the Trust on adherence to National Resuscitation Standards and recommend how these can be achieved locally.

Have excellent leadership and communication skills to manage the dayto-day responsibility as the designated resuscitation advisor for the Trust.

Will hold and maintain advanced level resuscitation qualifications and skills in order to lead and be part of cardiac arrests/ peri arrest call response, able to respond to medical emergencies and paediatric emergencies throughout all areas of the Trust as well as the emergency department alerts when appropriate.

To be able to act as a senior clinical role model and educator to support staff and quality assurance in emergency events.

Have a good understanding of risk, governance and compliance aspects. Contribute to Risk Assessments as needed.

Work collaboratively with other teams within the Trust to ensure that we comply with National guidelines as well as local targets for our compliance to statutory and mandatory and essential training.

Be skilled problem solver in relation to critical and time pressured issues seeking out collaborative partners and allies to ensure that safety is upheld.

Have excellent mentorship skills to support and develop the resuscitation service workforce.

Be responsive, empathetic and embed a culture of wellbeing and psychological safety amongst the team.

Have a practical knowledge and understanding of planning, organising and implementing resuscitation training of all levels as a managed schedule. Coordinate with Medical Education and Training, Course Faculty members, and external providers as needed.

Be able to present complex data and reports to high level groups within the organisation.

Understand the NHS budget and procurement processes.

Have a strong sense of responsibility, accountability and bravery to support the trust and provide an ethical patient focused service.

Be a reflective practitioner, able to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Offer highly specialised sound clinical advice to staff involved in emergency situations with regard to latest research evidence.

Be able to demonstrate a high standard of post event hot (STOP 5) and cold debriefing skills.

Key Responsibilities

Formulate and contribute to long term and strategic plans to deliver aims of the Trust with regards to prevention of and the management of cardiac arrest events.

Corporate responsibility for the implementation and development of resuscitation policy and procedures throughout the Trust.

Interpret and implement national and local Policies and Guidelines to enable effective resuscitation at all levels, establishing how these should be interpreted.

Make recommendations to the Resuscitation Committee and the Head of Education to enable policy to evolve to show best practice.

Liaise with national bodies (e.g. Resuscitation Council UK; Advanced Life Support Group, Manchester, Sepsis Trust, ReSPECT) and other relevant organisations.

Work collaboratively with other health care professionals and groups to deliver training to support the skills necessary for recognition and response to deteriorating patient and resuscitation ensuring compliance with national standards e.g. NHS England, CQC, Resuscitation Council UK. ReSPECT

Ensure that ICT is utilised and coordinate with Learning and Development to ensure an adequate record and certification of those trained in resuscitation techniques in accordance with National standards is readily available.

Actively seek innovative ways of improving efficiency and standards of the resuscitation service and develop proposals for consideration by Resuscitation, Safety or other trust committees.

Membership of Trust Resuscitation Committee.

To lead the monitoring of clinical incidents and audit in relation to hospital and Community cardiopulmonary resuscitations involving SWFT staff,

Investigate incidents relating to ReSPECT process, Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation decisions, Resuscitation Equipment and the investigation of any problems or difficulties using these as a basis for improving resuscitation care.

Support investigation response to incidents relating to escalation of a deteriorating patient.

Prepare and present reports for Resuscitation Committee, Quality, Governance and Safety Committees and site-specific groups and be able to communicate strategic information to ensure best practice.

Collaboration with and education of the members of the emergency teams, Porters, Security and Telephonists to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the emergency team provision.

Work with Capital and Estates programmes and service redesign to ensure safe and effective deployment of emergency processes and equipment in all areas. Provide highly specialised advice with regard to the sighting, location and contents of the emergency trolley/ grab bag, emergency equipment and devices and emergency drug box contents in line with National Standards.

Lead in the procurement, evaluation and implementation of new equipment/devices (e.g defibrillators and suction machines) and deliver reports regarding suitability of proposed changes.

Liaise with medical and nursing staff to ensure suitable equipment is in place to meet resuscitation needs and standards.

Liaise with the emergency services, and other outside agencies, on matters relating to resuscitation where required.

Contribute to the development of the practice of resuscitation through research, education and clinical practice. Participate in local and national audit. Review practice against updated national guidance.

Deliver presentations with regards to the Escalation of the Deteriorating Patient and Resuscitation policy and procedures (and other subjects as required) to all grades of medical and nursing staff. This may also include non-clinical staff within the Trust, other external professional bodies, and members of the general public. This will involve passing on highly complex and potentially sensitive material to groups, while ensuring that issues are understood.

Trust Lead and regional link for ReSPECT documentation and process and relevant audits.

Budgetary and Resource Management

The post holder will be expected to:

Effectively manage the department course and office budgets.

Work collaboratively with finance to ensure that pay and non-pay budgets are well managed, and issues are escalated appropriately.

Constantly strive for value for money and great efficiency in the use of budgets and to ensure that they operate in recurrent financial balance year on year.

Oversee, advise and contribute to the development and implementation of a system of central provision and distribution of itray resuscitation equipment, ensuring consistent, safe and cost-effective provision.

Provide finance reports to the Head of Resuscitation Education and Operations as required.

Contribute and assist with writing business cases as required.

Oversee, contribute and preserve systems by which clinical and educational equipment is maintained, fit for purpose and available for loan and accounted for.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Will have expert level adult and paediatric resuscitation knowledge, skills and experience and be able to advise the Trust on adherence to National Resuscitation Standards and recommend how these can be achieved locally.

Have excellent leadership and communication skills to manage the dayto-day responsibility as the designated resuscitation advisor for the Trust.

Will hold and maintain advanced level resuscitation qualifications and skills in order to lead and be part of cardiac arrests/ peri arrest call response, able to respond to medical emergencies and paediatric emergencies throughout all areas of the Trust as well as the emergency department alerts when appropriate.

To be able to act as a senior clinical role model and educator to support staff and quality assurance in emergency events.

Have a good understanding of risk, governance and compliance aspects. Contribute to Risk Assessments as needed.

Work collaboratively with other teams within the Trust to ensure that we comply with National guidelines as well as local targets for our compliance to statutory and mandatory and essential training.

Be skilled problem solver in relation to critical and time pressured issues seeking out collaborative partners and allies to ensure that safety is upheld.

Have excellent mentorship skills to support and develop the resuscitation service workforce.

Be responsive, empathetic and embed a culture of wellbeing and psychological safety amongst the team.

Have a practical knowledge and understanding of planning, organising and implementing resuscitation training of all levels as a managed schedule. Coordinate with Medical Education and Training, Course Faculty members, and external providers as needed.

Be able to present complex data and reports to high level groups within the organisation.

Understand the NHS budget and procurement processes.

Have a strong sense of responsibility, accountability and bravery to support the trust and provide an ethical patient focused service.

Be a reflective practitioner, able to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Offer highly specialised sound clinical advice to staff involved in emergency situations with regard to latest research evidence.

Be able to demonstrate a high standard of post event hot (STOP 5) and cold debriefing skills.

Key Responsibilities

Formulate and contribute to long term and strategic plans to deliver aims of the Trust with regards to prevention of and the management of cardiac arrest events.

Corporate responsibility for the implementation and development of resuscitation policy and procedures throughout the Trust.

Interpret and implement national and local Policies and Guidelines to enable effective resuscitation at all levels, establishing how these should be interpreted.

Make recommendations to the Resuscitation Committee and the Head of Education to enable policy to evolve to show best practice.

Liaise with national bodies (e.g. Resuscitation Council UK; Advanced Life Support Group, Manchester, Sepsis Trust, ReSPECT) and other relevant organisations.

Work collaboratively with other health care professionals and groups to deliver training to support the skills necessary for recognition and response to deteriorating patient and resuscitation ensuring compliance with national standards e.g. NHS England, CQC, Resuscitation Council UK. ReSPECT

Ensure that ICT is utilised and coordinate with Learning and Development to ensure an adequate record and certification of those trained in resuscitation techniques in accordance with National standards is readily available.

Actively seek innovative ways of improving efficiency and standards of the resuscitation service and develop proposals for consideration by Resuscitation, Safety or other trust committees.

Membership of Trust Resuscitation Committee.

To lead the monitoring of clinical incidents and audit in relation to hospital and Community cardiopulmonary resuscitations involving SWFT staff,

Investigate incidents relating to ReSPECT process, Do Not Attempt Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation decisions, Resuscitation Equipment and the investigation of any problems or difficulties using these as a basis for improving resuscitation care.

Support investigation response to incidents relating to escalation of a deteriorating patient.

Prepare and present reports for Resuscitation Committee, Quality, Governance and Safety Committees and site-specific groups and be able to communicate strategic information to ensure best practice.

Collaboration with and education of the members of the emergency teams, Porters, Security and Telephonists to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the emergency team provision.

Work with Capital and Estates programmes and service redesign to ensure safe and effective deployment of emergency processes and equipment in all areas. Provide highly specialised advice with regard to the sighting, location and contents of the emergency trolley/ grab bag, emergency equipment and devices and emergency drug box contents in line with National Standards.

Lead in the procurement, evaluation and implementation of new equipment/devices (e.g defibrillators and suction machines) and deliver reports regarding suitability of proposed changes.

Liaise with medical and nursing staff to ensure suitable equipment is in place to meet resuscitation needs and standards.

Liaise with the emergency services, and other outside agencies, on matters relating to resuscitation where required.

Contribute to the development of the practice of resuscitation through research, education and clinical practice. Participate in local and national audit. Review practice against updated national guidance.

Deliver presentations with regards to the Escalation of the Deteriorating Patient and Resuscitation policy and procedures (and other subjects as required) to all grades of medical and nursing staff. This may also include non-clinical staff within the Trust, other external professional bodies, and members of the general public. This will involve passing on highly complex and potentially sensitive material to groups, while ensuring that issues are understood.

Trust Lead and regional link for ReSPECT documentation and process and relevant audits.

Budgetary and Resource Management

The post holder will be expected to:

Effectively manage the department course and office budgets.

Work collaboratively with finance to ensure that pay and non-pay budgets are well managed, and issues are escalated appropriately.

Constantly strive for value for money and great efficiency in the use of budgets and to ensure that they operate in recurrent financial balance year on year.

Oversee, advise and contribute to the development and implementation of a system of central provision and distribution of itray resuscitation equipment, ensuring consistent, safe and cost-effective provision.

Provide finance reports to the Head of Resuscitation Education and Operations as required.

Contribute and assist with writing business cases as required.

Oversee, contribute and preserve systems by which clinical and educational equipment is maintained, fit for purpose and available for loan and accounted for.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered or HCPC registration

• Resuscitation Council (UK) ALS instructor

• Resuscitation Council (UK) EPALS instructor

• Resuscitation Council (UK) ALS Course Director

• Educated to Master's level (in a healthcare related subject) or relevant equivalent experience

• Evidence of post reg qualification such as Critical Care course/ Specialist Practice modules

• Leadership/ Management qualification

• Post graduate Certificate in Education or equivalent teaching qualification

• Relevant specialist clinical training, experience, short courses, CPD to master's level or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Delivering training or presenting information to large groups (of around 20 people or more) in a formal setting.

• Delivering highly specialised case management advice to the multidisciplinary team across sectors

• Being accountable for service delivery within a specific and defined service.

• Purchase/approval of equipment or supplies; making recommendation and decision on appropriate suppliers.

• Line managing staff within own area of responsibility/service, including recruitment, development, and performance, safe and effective rostering.

• Undertaking surveys or audits, as necessary to own work; participation in R&D, clinical trials or equipment testing.

• Engagement with relevant networks and organisations - RCUK membership Advanced Life Support Group, Manchester, Sepsis Trust, ReSPECT) and other relevant organisations.

• Lead and be part of cardiac arrests/ peri arrest call response, able to respond to medical emergencies and paediatric emergencies throughout all areas of the Trust as well as the emergency department alerts when appropriate.

• Knowledge and experience of implementing and supporting use of ReSPECT, Advanced Care planning and Amber Care bundles.

Skills

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience

• Skills for analysis of service delivery, patient/client, organisation, staffing/resource deployment and specialist and/or multipathology case management.

• Interpretation and analysis of governance, risk management, quality improvement initiatives, data and make decisions on evidence-based practice

• Planning and organisation of a broad range of complex activities or programmes, some of which are ongoing, which require the formulation and adjustment of plans or strategies.

• IT skills to create and present Board level reports

• Devises, develops and delivers clinical/nursing education programmes as part of the job purpose and/or major job duty

• Oversees and/or monitoring management of budget and best use of resource allocation and/or cost improvement plans

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Have a strong sense of responsibility, accountability and bravery to support the trust and provide an ethical patient focused service.

• Be a reflective practitioner, able to work autonomously and as part of a team.

• Be able to provide appropriate level hot and cold debrief and respond to staff distress with empathy.

• Able to work flexibly as part of team to provide cover in line with the needs of the service

Other

Essential

• There is an occasional requirement to exert moderate physical effort for several short periods during a shift. Manoeuvres patients, use of hoists/lifting of equipment some of which will be substantial

• There is an occasional requirement for concentration where the work pattern is unpredictable. Interruptions to planned work can occur and does include responding to an emergency bleep across sites.

• Frequent exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances. Care of the terminally ill; and occasional exposure to highly distressing or highly emotional circumstances. Imparting news of unexpected deaths.

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions including bodily fluids or attending emergencies in outdoor environments

• Will need to be able to travel to different Trust sites to provide service

• There will sometimes be a need to facilitate courses at weekends

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered or HCPC registration

• Resuscitation Council (UK) ALS instructor

• Resuscitation Council (UK) EPALS instructor

• Resuscitation Council (UK) ALS Course Director

• Educated to Master's level (in a healthcare related subject) or relevant equivalent experience

• Evidence of post reg qualification such as Critical Care course/ Specialist Practice modules

• Leadership/ Management qualification

• Post graduate Certificate in Education or equivalent teaching qualification

• Relevant specialist clinical training, experience, short courses, CPD to master's level or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Delivering training or presenting information to large groups (of around 20 people or more) in a formal setting.

• Delivering highly specialised case management advice to the multidisciplinary team across sectors

• Being accountable for service delivery within a specific and defined service.

• Purchase/approval of equipment or supplies; making recommendation and decision on appropriate suppliers.

• Line managing staff within own area of responsibility/service, including recruitment, development, and performance, safe and effective rostering.

• Undertaking surveys or audits, as necessary to own work; participation in R&D, clinical trials or equipment testing.

• Engagement with relevant networks and organisations - RCUK membership Advanced Life Support Group, Manchester, Sepsis Trust, ReSPECT) and other relevant organisations.

• Lead and be part of cardiac arrests/ peri arrest call response, able to respond to medical emergencies and paediatric emergencies throughout all areas of the Trust as well as the emergency department alerts when appropriate.

• Knowledge and experience of implementing and supporting use of ReSPECT, Advanced Care planning and Amber Care bundles.

Skills

Essential

• Highly developed specialist knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience

• Skills for analysis of service delivery, patient/client, organisation, staffing/resource deployment and specialist and/or multipathology case management.

• Interpretation and analysis of governance, risk management, quality improvement initiatives, data and make decisions on evidence-based practice

• Planning and organisation of a broad range of complex activities or programmes, some of which are ongoing, which require the formulation and adjustment of plans or strategies.

• IT skills to create and present Board level reports

• Devises, develops and delivers clinical/nursing education programmes as part of the job purpose and/or major job duty

• Oversees and/or monitoring management of budget and best use of resource allocation and/or cost improvement plans

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Have a strong sense of responsibility, accountability and bravery to support the trust and provide an ethical patient focused service.

• Be a reflective practitioner, able to work autonomously and as part of a team.

• Be able to provide appropriate level hot and cold debrief and respond to staff distress with empathy.

• Able to work flexibly as part of team to provide cover in line with the needs of the service

Other

Essential

• There is an occasional requirement to exert moderate physical effort for several short periods during a shift. Manoeuvres patients, use of hoists/lifting of equipment some of which will be substantial

• There is an occasional requirement for concentration where the work pattern is unpredictable. Interruptions to planned work can occur and does include responding to an emergency bleep across sites.

• Frequent exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances. Care of the terminally ill; and occasional exposure to highly distressing or highly emotional circumstances. Imparting news of unexpected deaths.

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant working conditions including bodily fluids or attending emergencies in outdoor environments

• Will need to be able to travel to different Trust sites to provide service

• There will sometimes be a need to facilitate courses at 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).

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)

Job summary

Are you a Neonatal Nurse with experience of working within a Neonatal unit, who is looking for a new and exciting challenge with the opportunity to enhance your leadership, management and professional development? Why not consider joining our Neonatal Unit and Transitional Care at Warwick Hospital and let us help facilitate your professional journey.

We are a level 1 unit with 11 cots. About 3,400 babies a year are born at South Warwickshire NHS Foundation with 350-400 babies being admitted to SCBU. The Transitional care Unit has 4 cots. You will work over both SCBU and TC.

We pride ourselves on delivering specific individualised family integrated care and you will need to demonstrate how you ensure this through your work.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

To lead and co-ordinate the team to maintain and deliver a high standard of family integrated care to all babies and their families in accordance with the ward philosophy. To be responsible for both SCBU and TC.

To ensure maintenance of quality services and operational systems at all time and deputise ward manger in their absence.

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.

Job summary

We are looking for a dynamic Bank Orthopaedic Practitioner/plaster technicianto join our Team of talented, dedicated people committed to providing the very best in orthopaedic and orthopaedic trauma injury care.The plaster room is the central hub for the orthopaedic clinics and this role demands team leadership and a positive, innovative and forward-thinking individual. They must be a proficient independent practitioner as well as being able to work in a larger team. The plaster room supports orthopaedic and fracture clinics, theatres, ED and the wards to maintain a high standard of care.

At SWFT we support individual's development and this role requires applicants to demonstrate evidence of teaching and training others, with ideally a mentorship course. The role will involve working as part of an established and evolving team in the plaster room, educating the plaster technician trainees, other health care professionals and teaching on the in-house plaster course Modules.

The applicant will be expected to co-ordinate the plaster clinics, give specialist advice and deal with complex care requirements. Workloads can be challenging and physically demanding in the Plaster Room and the applicant must be able to prioritise, multitask and have excellent customer care in busy clinics dealing with adults and children.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as part of the multidisciplinary team responsible for providing a specialist casting and splinting service while working to deliver a high standard of casting and patient care.

To be the primary point of contact in the Plaster Room, providing technical and professional support within clinical areas, wards and theatres ensuring that patients are not unduly delayed in the discharge process.

You will be forward thinking and foster an innovative and learning environment for Technicians and other multidisciplinary professional staff. In light of this, it is essential the post holder continues with their professional development in line with the BOA guidelines, facilitate learning and contribute to the professional development of medical and nursing staff.

The post holder will participate in audits and research as required, undertake administrative duties incl. stock ordering and control, data collection etc. To assist with the operation of the plaster room services and activity to include daily operational issues.

The post holder needs to be professionally accountable and to work according to the Association of Orthopaedic Practitioners (AOP) and British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) code of professional practice.

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.

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.

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.

Job summary

The Counter Assistant will be supporting the day-to-day operations of our busy outpatient pharmacy by providing a welcoming and efficient service to patient and visitors. Acting as a key point of contact, ensuring enquiries are handled professionally and patients receive a responsive, high-quality service. Contributing to effective pharmacy operations while encourage positive patient experiences and supporting the achievement of departmental objectives

Main duties of the job

Providing assistance to support the daily operational tasks in a busy Outpatients Pharmacy. You will be the initial point of contact for patients and visitors accessing the hospital pharmacy. You will be delivering a safe, effective and caring service, maintaining excellent relationships with patients. Through this you will be a vital link to help the team achieve sound 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.

Job summary

Interested in working with individuals recovering from a stroke in Warwickshire?

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed, organised and enthusiastic individual to join the community stroke service across north Warwickshire as a generic rehabilitation assistant. This involves working alongside occupational therapists, physiotherapists, speech and language therapists, dieticians and psychologists to deliver high quality person centred care

The post available is for our South Warwickshire Team based at Royal Leamington Spa Rehabilitation Hospital

In this post, you will be working with a large team of therapists from different disciplines working within community stroke services. Your role will be to help provide timely and targeted care to patients in their own home in line with national stroke guidelines and you will receive ongoing support.

We are looking for someone who shares our enthusiasm for patient centred care and is a real team player. Some experience of working within a healthcare setting is desirable but more importantly a passion for working with people, excellent communication skills, flexibility, good time management and organisational skills are essential for this post.

Main duties of the job

To support the therapists and work as part of the multidisciplinary team to provide a high quality Stroke service within South Warwickshire

To provide some administrative support to the department

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.

Job summary

Urgent Response is a community based service which works alongside other organisation's with the main aim to assess and treat people in their own home and prevent admission to an acute setting.

We are looking to recruit a motivated, dynamic and flexible Band 6 Senior Nurse within this service who has excellent leadership, assessment and clinical skills.

The South Urgent Response Team covers the geographical area of South Warwickshire with the main base of this role being either at Leamington Spa Rehabilitation Hospital or Stratford Upon Avon Hospital.

Main duties of the job

Working in a leadership role as a member of the urgent response team, responding to urgent visits via Clinical Triage assessing, planning, coordinating, delivering and evaluating the programmes of care provided across health, social and voluntary care sectors as part of a multi-disciplinary community-based rehabilitation team. Within the community, client's home, residential homes and other sites as the service requires.

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.

Job summary

We are looking for highly motivated, committed and passionate individuals to join our Medical Secretarial Team at Warwick Hospital on a 6 month fixed term contract.

The position is based at Warwick Hospital working Monday - Friday (37.5 hours per week) 5 day week, and will involve a mixture of home and office-based work.

Would you like job where you can expect:

Every day to be different.

Work with a variety of professionals.

Have an opportunity to contribute to a patient's journey.

Something that is really rewarding that gives you good job satisfaction.

Make some great friends and be part of a lovely community.

Help to implement/change processes to improve the healthcare experience.

Flexible approach to working.

Previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

To work as part of a team providing secretarial support for the consultants, junior medical staff and nursing staff within the team with particular responsibility for audio typing/voice recognition as delegated by the Secretarial Team Leader.

To support the management of the elective and/or emergency pathways to include Cancer, Referral to Treatment Targets (RTT) and E-referrals.

To support the delivery of a specialty specific single point of access for patients. To work collaboratively with other members of the administrative team within the Medical Secretariat.

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.

Job summary

We are looking for a Specialist Speech and Language Therapist to join our Special School team, 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. Being qualified to or working towards holding a dysphagia caseload is desirable.

Location in Warwickshire to be arranged on appointment - there is some flexibility.

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.

Exercise full responsibility and autonomy for a highly complex caseload of children with special needs aged 4-19 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.

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.