Job description

Job responsibilities

The post requires the successful candidate to work shifts over a 7 day period - both days and night duties.

You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and be able to communicate effectively with others. You should demonstrate good leadership skills and be able to coordinate the day to day running of a shift.

A good understanding of children's mental health and emotional wellbeing needs is essential. as is working well with partner agencies with an understanding of how services link together to meet the needs of children and young people.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Additional Information Enquiries: Sam Lees - 07771 620526

01642 058590

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualification

Essential

• Current professional registration with appropriate professional body
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Post-graduate qualification in a relevant area (within agreed timescale)
• Depending on work area, recognised sign-off mentor (or equivalent) or must be achieved within agreed timescale
• Key skills in literacy, numeracy and ITQ level 2 (or equivalent)
• 18 months post qualifying experience including sign off of appropriate preceptorship or competency framework at the time of applying

Desirable

• Leadership or management qualification
• CAMHS Degree
• Certificate in teaching & assessing in clinical practice as appropriate to own profession
• Recognised qualification in a specific model of therapy e.g. family therapy, CBT etc
• Recognised training in Facilitation of Parenting Groups

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a multi-discplinary team
• Provide clinical supervision
• Working collaboratively with service users and their families/carers.

Desirable

• Leadership experience
• Mentoring students

knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of relevant legislation
• Understanding of safeguarding and its application in practice
• Clinical Risk Assessment and Management and its application in practice.

Desirable

• The trusts QIS System

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lanchester Road Hospital

Lanchester Road

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities:

Clinical Nursing Practice

The post holder will provide clinical care within a team consisting of general practitioners, advanced healthcare professionals (ANPs, clinical pharmacist), practice nurses and Healthcare assistants. Patient contact will be mainly via triage, on-call duties, face to face clinics and home visits

The post holder should be able to see all patients that present including children, adults and those experiencing mental health challenges

Carry out clinical nursing practice at an advanced level using expert clinical skills, critical judgements & knowledge to deliver appropriate and safe care.

Delivery of care in line with NSF, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care

Triage and treat patients, performing specialist assessment of their needs and make referrals as necessary to other members of the primary and secondary health care teams as appropriate.

• Co-ordinate the planning and delivery of care ensuring patients and carers/relatives are involved.
• Prescribing and reviewing medication that is appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with latest evidence-based practice, national and practice protocols and within the scope of qualified practice.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, including drug and non-drug-based treatment methods into a management plan.
• Request diagnostic investigations and interpret within agreed protocols e.g. x-ray, blood tests, scans, etc.
• Assess, diagnose and treat patients in practice premises or their own home who require medical attention and/or refer to appropriate agency.
• Refers patients to other members of the multi-disciplinary practice teams, secondary care organisations and other organisations as necessary.

Care Management

• Communicates confidential and sensitive information to patients, relatives and carers in relation to their condition.
• Provide highly specialised care advice beyond the scope of normal Nursing practice e.g. care treatment plans, making referrals as appropriate (including fast track referrals).
• Contribute to local and national practice targets clinical remit e.g. QOF, prescribing incentive scheme, National benchmarking.
• To monitor and meet care outcomes against standards and recommend or initiate changes as necessary.

Health Improvement

• Management of health screening programmes and ensures other team members are aware of health priorities and screening objectives and programmes.
• Innovation in practice to meet ongoing demands on the practices delivery of care.
• Improve health outcomes for patients by introducing new developments, and can demonstrate them as reports and presentations where appropriate.
• Supports practitioners in reporting the practice population to promote health improvement and disease prevention.
• Makes referrals to appropriate agencies (statutory and voluntary) where necessary
• Providing assessment, screening services, health education advice:

These may include but not restricted to;

• Blood pressure checks
• Urinalysis
• Ear syringing
• Dressings
• Contraception/ fitting contraceptive devices
• Routine immunisations and vaccinations
• Removal of sutures, clips
• First registration checks, health surveillance, general health advice
• Assisting with minor procedures in the treatment room
• Organise and plan the provision of nursing services for the practice to include the delegation of duties to other members of the practice nurse team as appropriate

Administration and professional responsibilities

• Produce accurate, contemporaneous and complete records of patient consultation, consistent with legislation, policies and procedures
• Participate in the administrative and professional responsibilities of the practice team
• Accurate and legible notes of all consultations and treatments are recorded in the patients notes
• Ensure clinical systems kept up to date, recording and/or amending accurate details
• Ensure appropriate items of service claims are made accurately, reporting any problems to the practice administrator
• Ensure accurate completion of all necessary documentation associated with patient health care and registration with the practice
• Attend and participate in practice meetings as required
• Restocking and maintenance of clinical areas and consulting rooms

Training and personal development

• Maintain up to date skills and knowledge, maintaining awareness of professional issues at an advanced level.
• Training needs will be monitored by yearly appraisal and will be in accordance with practice requirements. Personal development will be encouraged and supported by the practice.
• Assess effectiveness of care delivery through self-reflection and peer review, as well as benchmarking and formal evaluation.
• Contribute to the identification and assessment of learning needs of staff and other professionals and assist in planning effective programmes of education.
• Participate in the education and training of students of all disciplines and the introduction of all members of the practice staff where appropriate.
• Contribute to the development and maintain an in house nurse-training programme reporting to the practice manager.
• Act as a mentor for junior staff, assessing competence against set standards.
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work and ensure own educational commitment is at least sufficient to maintain revalidation requirements.
• Develop and maintain a Personal Learning Plan.
• Regularly participate in clinical supervision.

Leadership personal and people development

• Act as a clinical leader in the delivery of practice nursing services ensuring that the needs of the patient are a priority
• Support staff development in order to maximise potential
• Actively promote the workplace as a learning environment, encouraging everyone to learn from each other and from external good practice
• Critically evaluate and review innovations and developments that are relevant to the area of work
• Work with practice management to ensure sufficient staffing to provide a safe service, and that staff have the appropriate ability, quality and skill-mix to meet current and future service delivery
• Take part in recruitment processes where appropriate.
• Maintain effective communication and active involvement in the planning and processes of practice-based commissioning or similar initiatives
• Promote the role of the advanced nurse practitioner in general practice.

Manage, supervise, co-ordinate and guide the nursing team

• To manage the nursing service in participation with the Nurse lead, ensuring relevant information is disseminated to and from the nursing staff
• In participation with the Nurse lead, carry out yearly appraisals of all the nursing staff and produce a training programme
• Ensure adequate nursing cover is provided while within the practice guidelines, keeping the nurse lead informed of any problems
• Develop and maintain practice policies and protocols for all nursing activity
• To support in the management of infection control in the practice and ensure all staff are aware of current procedures
• Ensure agreed practice audits are carried out
• Ensure the practice manager is aware of any matters arising or problems / potential problems
• Ensure all surgery-produced nursing leaflets are kept up to date
• Produce a six-monthly nursing newsletter for patients

Quality Requirements:

The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Working autonomously in an advanced practitioner role
• Able to see all patients including children, and patients experiencing mental health challenges
• Non medical prescriber
• Minimum of one years experience doing triage

Desirable

• - Experience of working within a primary care or General Practice
• - Experience of case management

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• -Remote consultation/triage experience
• -Clinical leadership skills
• -Confident independent decision making
• - Communication skills, both written and verbal
• - Communication of difficult messages to patients and families
• - Negotiation and conflict management skills
• - Change management
• - Teaching and mentorship in a clinical setting
• - Resource management
• - Advanced clinical practice skills
• - Management of patients with long term condition
• - Management of patients with complex needs
• - Clinical examination skills
• - Accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse-led service
• - Local and national health policy
• - Wider health economy
• - Clinical governance issues in primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• -Registered first level nurse
• -MSc or equivalent relevant nursing/health masters degree
• -Independent prescribing qualification
• -2 years experience in triage
• -Long term conditions qualification

Desirable

• Mentor/teaching qualification

Communication Skills

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and
• organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information
• Ability to negotiate effectively
• Build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders which are based on openness, honesty trust and confidence

Desirable

• Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
• evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively and persuasively across a diverse set of stakeholders

Analytical skills

Essential

• Ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues

Desirable

• independent thinker with good judgement, problem-solving and analytical Experience of clinical audits

Personal attributes and abilities

Essential

• Strong and inspirational leadership
• Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self- disciplined and highly motivated
• Excellent time keeping skills
• Commitment to quality and best practice
• Flexible and adaptable
• Team player

Desirable

• high degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility
• ability to cope with unpredictable situations
• confident in facilitating and challenging others
• demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered

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.

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

Amersham Vale Practice

Address

Suite 5, Waldron Health Centre

Amersham Vale

New Cross

London

SE14 6LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for full role and responsibilities.

Job Summary:

The Paramedic Practitioner (PP) will act autonomously within their professional scope of practice providing care for patients face to face, telephone consultations and home visits.

The post-holder will operate within their own sphere of competence and agreed acceptable limits of practice to provide expert professional clinical advice to patients, carers and colleagues, ensuring clinical safety and excellence.

The Paramedic Practitioner will need to prioritise and triage the needs of patients accordingly, making any necessary referrals for investigations in the appropriate manner.

The post-holder will use skills, knowledge and competencies as a qualified Paramedic Practitioner in order to be responsible and accountable for managing patient caseloads for treatments, referral, admission and discharging patients as appropriate.

Job responsibilities:

• The post holder will provide clinical care within a team consisting of clinical lead, general practitioners, practice nurses and Healthcare assistants.
• Patient contact will be via patient facing clinics, triage, on-call duties and home visits
• Duties include, but not limited to: home visiting service, home visits, post-discharge reviews and "minor illness" management
• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to deliver safe and high quality care.
• Carries out clinical practice at an advanced level using expert clinical skills, critical judgements & knowledge to deliver appropriate and safe care.
• Delivery of care in line with NSF, NICE guidelines and evidence-based care
• Triage and treat patients, performing specialist assessment of their needs and make referrals as necessary to other members of the primary and secondary health care teams as appropriate.
• Co-ordinate the planning and delivery of care ensuring patients and carers/relatives are involved.
• Prescribing and reviewing medication that is appropriate to patient needs and in accordance with latest evidence-based practice, national and practice protocols and within the scope of qualified practice.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions, including drug and non-drug based treatment methods into a management plan.
• Request diagnostic investigations and interpret within agreed protocols e.g. x-ray, blood tests, scans, etc.
• Assess, diagnose and treat patients in practice premises or their own home who require medical attention and/or refer to appropriate agency.
• Refers patients to other members of the multi-disciplinary practice teams, secondary care organisations and other organisations as necessary.
• Works as an autonomous practitioner, in accordance with the Health Professions Council. Ensure that personal and professional clinical standards are maintained.
• Enhance own performance through Continuous Professional Development, imparting own knowledge and behaviours to meet the needs of the service.
• To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development in order to meet the needs of the service.
• To participate in the audit process, evaluation and implementing plans and practice change in order to meet patient need.
• Contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the team and work colleagues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified paramedic or specialist paramedic - FDSc or BSc qualified and registered with HPCP or Post registration certificate (Level 3) in first contact care
• Chronic disease management and mental health experience
• Completion of the Stage 1 and stage 2 of Health Education England (HEE) roadmap for Practice map - https://www.hee.nhs.uk/our-work/allied-health-professions/enable-workforce/roadmaps-practice-0

Desirable

• Accredited training in chronic disease management
• Non-Medical Prescribing qualification to undertake the professional role of independent/supplementary non-medical prescribing
• Mentoring/teaching qualification MSC level.

Analysis skills

Essential

• Ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues

Desirable

• Independent thinker with good judgement, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Experience of clinical audits

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of two years experience of working in primary care or similar setting
• Experience in triage
• Experience of dealing with patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions
• Experience in triaging and managing minor illness and injury
• Evidence of delivering a service which improves quality and outcomes for patients
• Up to date knowledge and use of NICE guidelines for diabetes and other relevant national and local guidelines,
• Experience in audit and research, 5+ years experience of providing leadership to a healthcare service working knowledge of the NHS, principles and values
• Recognises priorities when problem solving, identifies deviations from the normal pattern, is able to refer to seniors or GPs
• Work effectively independently and as a team player.
• Ability to analyse and interpret complex/ often incomplete information, pre-empt and evaluate issues, and recommend and appropriate course of action to address the issues

Desirable

• Evidence of service development,
• Electronic clinical recording systems i.e. EMIS, Experience working in a primary or community care setting
• Experience of teaching & training Experience of mentoring and coaching for change
• Telephone triage
• Chronic Disease Management
• Evidence of working across organisational boundaries within health and social care

Personal attributes & abilities

Essential

• Strong and inspirational leadership
• Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workloads able to multi-task as well as be self- disciplined and highly motivated
• Excellent time keeping skills
• Commitment to quality and best practice
• Flexible and adaptable
• Team player

Desirable

• High degree of personal credibility, emotional intelligence, patience and flexibility
• Ability to cope with unpredictable situations
• Confident in facilitating and challenging others
• Demonstrates a flexible approach in order to ensure patient care is delivered

Communication

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to influence and persuade others articulating a balanced view and able to constructively question information
• Ability to negotiate effectively
• Build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders which are based on openness, honesty trust and confidence

Desirable

• Clear communicator with excellent writing, report writing and presentation skills; capable of constructing and delivering clear ideas and concepts concisely and accurately for diverse audiences
• Evidence of inspiring and motivating teams with the ability to communicate passionately, effectively and persuasively across a diverse set of stakeholders

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.

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

Amersham Vale Practice

Address

Suite 5, Waldron Health Centre

Amersham Vale

New Cross

London

SE14 6LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Health & Safety Advisor will provide competent, professional and practical health and safety advice across the Trust, supporting the delivery of a safe environment for staff, patients, visitors and contractors. The postholder will work closely with clinical and corporate services to ensure health and safety risks are identified, assessed, controlled and effectively managed in accordance with UK legislation, HSE guidance, NHS requirements and Trust policies.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide competent health and safety advice and guidance to managers and staff across clinical and non-clinical areas.
• Undertake, review and advise on workplace risk assessments, including COSHH, violence and aggression, manual handling, slips/trips/falls, DSE and other occupational risks.
• Support managers in identifying appropriate risk control measures and monitor actions through to completion.
• Conduct health and safety inspections, audits and compliance assessments, producing clear reports and recommendations.
• Investigate workplace accidents, incidents, near misses and dangerous occurrences, identifying immediate, underlying and root causes and recommending preventative actions.
• Assist with the assessment and reporting of RIDDOR incidents and maintain appropriate records.
• Provide specialist advice on COSHH, including chemical storage, exposure controls, Safety Data Sheets, PPE and emergency arrangements.
• Support the management of violence and aggression, workplace violence, occupational health risks, hazardous substances and other workplace hazards.
• Provide advice on the selection and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and respiratory protective equipment (RPE).
• Develop, review and contribute to health and safety policies, procedures, guidance and risk assessment templates.
• Deliver or support the delivery of health and safety training, awareness sessions and staff briefings.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and advise managers on their implications for Trust services.
• Work collaboratively with Occupational Health, Infection Prevention and Control, Estates & Facilities, Security, HR, Procurement and other specialist teams to manage workplace risks.
• Promote a positive and proactive health and safety culture, encouraging learning from incidents and sharing good practice.
• Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, audits, incidents, inspections and action plans, ensuring information is current and traceable.
• Monitor departmental compliance with health and safety requirements and escalate significant risks or areas of non-compliance appropriately.
• Prepare reports, statistical information and performance data for the Health & Safety Team, relevant committees and senior management.
• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the Trust's Health & Safety Management System.
• Participate in Trust projects, service developments and changes to ensure health and safety considerations are incorporated at an early stage.
• Provide advice on contractor and construction-related health and safety matters where appropriate, including review of relevant risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Support managers following significant incidents and assist with identifying and implementing lessons learned and preventative measures.
• Undertake workplace visits and provide practical advice to resolve health and safety concerns.
• Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development (CPD) and remain informed of current NHS, HSE and industry best practice.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade and role as required by the Head of Health & Safety.

Key Accountability

The postholder will be expected to identify significant health and safety risks, provide proportionate and evidence-based advice, challenge unsafe practices where necessary, and support managers to fulfil their health and safety responsibilities. The role will contribute to continuous improvement in health and safety performance and the protection of staff, patients and others affected by Trust activities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nebosh Diploma or working towards or equivalent
• Masters or equivalent experience/knowledge.
• Relevant professional qualifications at Diploma level or above E.g.: NEBOSH Diploma Parts 1&2 in Occupational Health and Safety, or equivalent. Membership of a professional body (e.g.: IOSH/ BSC/ CIMOSH)

Desirable

• Teaching/training qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience working in a healthcare setting with exposure to standard setting and use of a risk register.
• Substantial prior experience In a senior Health and Safety Advisory role in a large, complex organisation
• Experience in training/teaching in Health and Safety

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to formulate, plan, develop, organise and implement a broad range of complex activities across the Trust, including adapting and adjusting to deal with uncertainty, as necessary: oe.g.: improving Trust performance with mandatory training in health and safety subjects.
• Excellent self and time management

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Part of this fast-paced role will require the post holder to be an effective communication link between a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.

The post holder will be expected to adopt a flexible approach to suit the variable and developing workload within the corporate areas supported.

The post holder will be required to work at all Trust main sites, with flexibility to co-locate with Directors/Senior teams as needed in a fluid way throughout the working week.

The post holder will be required to demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills with the ability to work independently using high levels of discretion, judgement and critical analysis while balancing the competing priorities of the Executive Director(s)/Senior Lead(s) that they support.

Effectively balance the competing demands on the time of the Executive Director/Senior Lead that they support and actively provide highly effective and adaptable administrative support tailored to their needs and portfolio.

Expertise and commitment to working and engaging constructively with internal and external stakeholders on a range of issues to ensure the effective engagement of the Executive Director/ Senior lead and organisation/trust.

Present a professional, welcoming and helpful image to staff, other organisations and the public at all times and via all methods of communication.

Be aware of the complex, potentially contentious and highly sensitive environment in which the Executive Directors and their Senior Leads operate to ensure the effective and appropriate use of their time through prioritising appointments, dealing with matters and actions liaising with staff, both internal and external.

Nurture key relationships and monitor networks internally and externally.

Develop and maintain close collaboration and co-operation with the wider Executive Team and their Senior Leads, working at all times to achieve set standards.

Ensure all communication is dealt with in a timely, efficient manner and that deadlines are met, taking action, where appropriate, in the absence of the Senior Leads.

Produce correspondence, reports, and complete projects as required to a high standard and to agreed deadlines, with due respect for confidentiality and corporate style.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree or equivalent experience relevant to this post.
• Recent substantial experience of working as a PA at Director/Deputy level.
• Experience of coordinating multiple tasks with competing demands simultaneously.
• Experience of working to very tight deadlines.
• Experience of servicing and taking minutes at high level Committee meetings.

Experience

Essential

• Advanced knowledge of standard office administrative practices and procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate complex issues and work effectively with a wide range of staff at all levels of seniority.
• Highly developed problem-solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands.
• Excellent organisational abilities and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with AI tools used in administrative settings
• Ability to adapt to new technologies and champion digital solutions within the team.
• Strong judgement in balancing automation with the need for human oversight in sensitive or complex matters
• Ability to provide and receive sensitive or sometimes contentious information.
• Skills for communication on complex, matters and difficult situations, requiring persuasion and influence.
• Work proactively with a high degree of autonomy and on own initiative.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels using e-mail, telephone or face to face
• Ability to deal with confidential and sensitive issues with tact
• Attention to detail and able to see tasks through to completion
• Advanced and accurate keyboard skills for producing reports, spreadsheets and correspondence etc
• Ability to work flexibly to meet the needs of the department

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cancer & Technical Services

1. To be an Authorised Pharmacist for the final check and release of products prepared in the aseptic unit, ensuring that all facilities, equipment, activities, procedures and documentation meet the requirements of current legislation and best practice.

3. To contribute to the preparation of documentation in accordance with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice.

4. Apply the principles of Good Clinical Practice in the professional supervision and release of IMPs for clinical trials.

5. Be trained to work as part of the multidisciplinary adult nutrition team for prescribing, monitoring and the clinical management of patients on parenteral nutrition

6. To clinically screen and validate chemotherapy prescriptions.

7. Use established treatment guidelines and policies to contribute to the clinical care of cancer patients treated as outpatients, day cases or inpatients within the Trust.

8. Liaise with the chemotherapy day unit to ensure that the service meets the needs of the patients within the capacity of the unit.

Clinical Services & Patient Care

1. To perform patients medication reconciliation, screen prescriptions and provide advice on the management of medicines to healthcare professionals and patients.

2. To influence prescribers appropriately to promote good prescribing practice and medicines management to enhance the quality of patient care.

3. To provide advice and recommendations to other healthcare staff on matters related to the use of medicines.

4. To participate in Consultant or Specialist Nurse-led ward rounds when required

5. To demonstrate expert clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge required to produce clinical and technological documentation in an accurate, concise and timely manner.

6. To interpret a range of facts or situations, which require analysis or comparison of a range of options.

7. Actively maintain communication with members of the Clinical Pharmacy team and other pharmaceutical services to ensure accurate and timely provision of patients medication.

8. To contribute to planning the pharmaceutical aspects of discharge and counsel patients appropriately.

9. To demonstrate clinical reasoning and judgment

10. To demonstrate professional accountability to all patients.

11. Emergency duty commitment: To provide on a rotational basis an out of hours emergency pharmacy service. Responsibilities include:

Ensuring the security of the pharmacy department out of hours by opening and locking up

Provision of pharmaceutical advice to medical and nursing staff

Supply of urgently needed medication

Participation in the Trusts major incident scheme

12. To participate in late duty / Weekend rotas & Bank Holiday rotas as required by the Chief Pharmacist

Governance, Information and Data Management

1. To contribute to the reporting of adverse drug events and medication incidents within the Trust

2. To promote effective prescribing in the Trust following formulary and NICE guidance

3. To promote the adherence to Trust policies, guidelines and protocols

4. To demonstrate awareness and commitment to the Trusts Clinical Governance Agenda

Staff Management & Training

1. To participate in training and development activities as are considered appropriate by the Lead Pharmacist in order to keep up to date with advances in service

2. To identify own training needs, and actively seek opportunities to meet these, internal and external.

3. To provide training on medication related issues, policies, guidelines and service developments to pharmacy colleagues, nursing and medical staff, ranging from one on one communication to more formal presentations. To undertake CPD to ensure that knowledge is continually updated

Research & Development

1. To participate in research/clinical audit to improve and develop pharmaceutical services

Communication and Relationships

1. To work effectively as a member of Pharmacy Team

2. To demonstrate good communication skills as the role liaises with a wide variety of people within the Trust. This will include multidisciplinary team members and all Pharmacy staff.

3. The post-holder will be required to communicate clearly and sensitively about patient issues both internally and externally.

4. To act as a role model for pharmacy staff

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Registered with the GPhC
• Evidence of CPD

Previous experience

Essential

• Experience of working in hospital pharmacy

Desirable

• Significant post-registration experience in hospital
• Demonstrable experience in aseptic services and/or clinical pharmacy practice

Knowledge, skills and ability

Essential

• Good communication skills, both written and oral, of specialist clinical information
• Self motivation and ability to motivate others
• Ability to use own initiative and plan own work
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workload alone and as part of a team
• Proven computer literacy
• Demonstrate sound clinical knowledge and the ability to apply it in practice

Desirable

• Influencing and negotiating skills
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team

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.

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

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Lewisham

Lewisham High Street

London

SE13 6LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Post Title: Support Medical Secretary

Pay Band: 3

Hours: 37.5

Contract: Fixed term

Location / Department: Urology

Accountable to: Directorate Support Officer

Key Working Relationships:

Internal: Directorate Management team, Consultant medical staff & CNS, medical secretaries, receptionists, ward clerks, ward and departmental staff

External: Patients / Carers, General Practices, other providers

Risk Assessment:

Works with display screen equipment for prolonged periods.

Involves manual handling activities.

Sitting for prolonged periods

Job Purpose:

To provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to the Consultants and Senior medical staff

Key Duties:

To provide administrative assistance and secretarial support to the Consultants and Senior medical staff within the urology Directorate.

To prioritise workload as appropriate and to familiarize his / herself with all aspects of office procedures in order to facilitate the day to day running of the office.

To type Urology clinical staff correspondence, e.g. transcribe digital dictation.

To generate operation notes and letters, discharge summaries and other official correspondence, including self-generated non-routine correspondence if required.

To deal with day-to-day incoming mail according to the office policy, assigning priority and/or taking any necessary action without reference to consultant staff if necessary.

To assist in the management of waiting lists by :-

Ensuring that patient details are entered correctly onto waiting lists.

Liaising with admissions office staff to ensure patients are sent for to come into hospital.

Ensuring information on the patient administration system is up to date at all times.

Ensuring medical records are made available to the relevant departments.

To assist with the validation of patients awaiting outpatient and inpatient attendance.

To be familiar with the requirement for the recording of patient details in relation to the 18 week pathway.

To be familiar with the National and Local 18 week initiative / objectives / requirements.

To be familiar with the National Cancer targets & local best practice pathways.

To book appointments for clinic & diagnostic procedures.

To maintain patients records and track notes electronically in a manner acceptable to the trust.

To ensure that patients case notes are maintained in good order, including appropriate filing of results and correspondence.

To be responsible for the monitoring of investigation dates and results and bringing these to the attention of the relevant Consultant.

To observe absolute confidentiality of all information obtained in the course of your work.

To participate in the collection and transmission of information to enable the Directorate to meet its objectives.

To familiarize his / herself with the Trust Information Systems and any changes in the facility of the systems.

To undertake any other duties as required by the Directorate Support Manager in accordance with the needs of the service.

Vision and Values:

The Trust aims to provide local services for local people. It has developed its vision to reflect this commitment.

To continue to be the major provider of acute/specialist services for the people of Worcestershire (and wider) with a strong reputation for providing outstanding, high quality, reliable, accessible and integrated healthcare for local people

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous medical secretarial / hospital experience
• Previous experience working in a busy office
• Previous experience of dealing with members of the public

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS systems
• Working knowledge of PAS / Bluespier / CLIP

Skills / Knowledge

Essential

• Self-reliant, ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good computer skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Good telephone skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good organisational skills

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent

Desirable

• AMSPAR qualification or working towards AMSPAR medical terminology qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical To be a safe practitioner and work within the NMC Code of professional standards of practice and behaviour. Provide holistic assessment of patients and families care needs, plan interventions required and ensure those interventions are actioned and their effectiveness evaluated. To communicate effectively with patients and families, ensuring they are actively involved with their own care planning. To support patients and families through grief and loss and the life changing consequences of a palliative diagnosis. To liaise with appropriate members of the multi-professional team (internal and external to the organisation) in order to ensure co-ordination and continuity of care on discharge and a smooth transition between different care settings. To maintain clear, accurate and legible patient documentation. To work across the 24-hour service, including weekends, nights and bank holidays as required. Education To supervise and support junior colleagues, volunteers and students working on the IPU. To actively participate in ward meetings and ensure that accurate information is fed back to the appropriate members of the multi-disciplinary team. To take responsibility for own ongoing education and professional development plan. To support and participate in the education and development of colleagues. To be involved in the training programme of professional visitors/learners where appropriate. To mentor new staff members and students. Management To act as a role model for all colleagues, providing encouragement and motivation to achieve goals for the service. To take charge of a shift, maintaining high standards of care escalating issues as required. To take responsibility for the care of their allocated patients. To maintain a safe environment for those within the IPU. To be aware of cost implications and make effective use of resources. To apply evidence-based practice in their own nursing care and to encourage colleagues to do the same. To work within other clinical areas within the Hospice as required. To actively participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and ensure that accurate information is shared with IPU team. Quality To actively participate in, quality improvement, clinical audit, and research as a means of monitoring and improving standards of care. To take responsibility for a link nurse role on the IPU e.g., tissue viability, infection control etc.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level Registered Nurse
• Evidence of personal professional development

Desirable

• Qualification in specialist palliative care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

St Clare Hospice

Address

St Clare Hospice

Hastingwood Wood

Hastingwood

Essex

CM17 9JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://stclarehospice.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Support qualified staff in delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining a safe, effective environment, working under their guidance and supervision.

• Assist qualified staff in providing high-quality care, treatments, and procedures to patients.

• Participate as a team member in various clinical and non-clinical tasks within the theatre support role.

• Guide and support less experienced support workers, students, and newly qualified theatre staff within the scope of the Theatre Support Worker role.

Key Duties:

• Complete required documentation, including theatre records, cleaning logs, and specimen records.

• Prepare patients and the operating environment for clinical activities under professional direction.

• Facilitate communication with patients, relatives, colleagues, and visitors.

• Assist with patient transfers, ensuring safety, dignity, and comfort.

• Monitor and report patient conditions to the appropriate team members.

• Support stock rotation, equipment care, and efficient resource use.

• Assist with applying tourniquets, diathermy ground plates, and other equipment.

• Respond promptly to clinical emergencies as directed.

• Maintain a clean and safe clinical environment, adhering to infection control protocols.

• Dispose of waste following trust policies and report faults to the team leader.

• Greet and direct visitors, answer bleeps, and answer telephone calls professionally.

• Participate in meetings, training, and development activities.

• Report incidents, accidents, or complaints to the manager and via the Datix system.

• Adhere to all trust policies to ensure a safe and effective work environment.

General duties:

• • Follow IT policies regarding email and internet usage.

  • Take responsibility for personal health and safety and that of others.

  • Participate in appraisals, training, and personal development activities.

  • Contribute to continuous improvement of services and team performance.

  • Engage in learning from incidents, complaints, and successes to enhance care quality.

  • Vision and Values:

  • As a representative of Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust, you are expected to uphold our core values:

  • • Being open and honest

    • Ensuring people feel cared for

    • Showing respect to everyone

    These values guide daily conduct and ensure inclusive, compassionate service delivery, fostering a culture of transparency, empathy, and respect for all.

    Standard Clauses:

    • The purpose of this post should remain constant, but the duties and responsibilities may vary over time within the overall role and level of the post. The post holder may from time to time be asked to undertake other reasonable duties. Any such changes will be made in discussion with the post holder in the light of service needs.

    Competence:

    • The post holder is responsible for limiting his / her actions to those which s/he feels competent to undertake. If the post holder has any doubts as to his or her competence during the course of his / her duties then s/he should immediately speak to their line manager or supervisor.

    Codes of conduct:

    • All employees of the Trust who are required to be registered with a professional body, to enable them to practise within their profession, are required to comply with their code of conduct and requirements of their professional registration. Those staff that are not required to be registered with a professional body are required to comply with the Trusts codes of conduct.

    Confidentiality:

    • The post holder must maintain confidentiality, security, and integrity of information relating to patients, staff, and other Health Service business.

    Records Management:

    • All employees of the Trust are legally responsible for all records that they gather, create or use as part of their work within the Trust (including patient, financial, personnel, and administrative), whether paper or digital. All such records are considered public records, and all employees have a legal duty of confidence to service users. Employees should consult their manager if they have any doubt as to the correct management of records with which they work.

    Health and Safety:

    • Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (1992) and all relevant Trust Health and Safety Policies and Guidance. This ensures that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, patients, and visitors to the Trust.

    Infection Control:

    • Employees must accept personal responsibility and accountability for Infection Prevention and Control practice. Employees should ensure they are familiar with, and comply with, all relevant Infection Control policies for minimising the risk of avoidable Health Care Associated Infection. All Employees must undertake annual mandatory updates in Infection Control.

    Non-Smoking Policy:

    • The Trusts approach to smoking is in line with the governments ongoing initiatives for an eventual smoke-free environment. It aims to adhere to the Worcestershire Health Community Campaign to help Worcestershire stop smoking.

    Risk Management:

    • It is a standard element of the role and responsibility of all employees of the Trust that they fulfil a proactive role towards the management of risk in all of their actions. This entails the risk assessment of all situations, taking appropriate actions, and reporting all incidents, near misses, and hazards promptly. It is a contractual obligation that all employees must cooperate with any investigations undertaken.

    Children and vulnerable adults:

    • You have a responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children/young people/vulnerable adults that you come into contact with or are responsible for in your job role and sphere of competence.

    Disclosure and Barring Service:

    • The Trust aims to promote equality of opportunity for all, with the right mix of talent, skills, and potential. Criminal records will be taken into account for recruitment purposes, only when the conviction is relevant. As the Trust meets the requirements in respect of exempted questions under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, all applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands or final warnings, as well as convictions. Post holders may periodically be asked to undertake a re-check.

    Equality and Diversity:

    • The Trust promotes policies and practices that challenge discrimination, promote equality, respect individual needs, preferences and choices, and protect human rights. The Trust has a clear commitment to equality for all in employment practices based on an applicants ability, skills and aptitude for the post. A range of equality & diversity policy initiatives are in place and all successful applicants are expected to familiarise themselves with these. It is therefore the duty of every employee to always comply with the detail of these policies and the law. Any issues or concerns you have should be taken up with your manager or the human resources team as soon as possible.

    Dignity:

    • All employees must treat each person as an individual, always offering a personalised service respecting peoples dignity and modesty.

    Conflict of Interest:

    • The Trust is responsible for ensuring that the service provided for patients and its care meet the highest standard. Equally, it is responsible for ensuring that staff do not abuse their official position for personal gain or to benefit their family or friends. The Trusts Standing Orders require any member of staff to declare any interest, direct or indirect, with contracts involving the Trust. Staff are not allowed to further their private interests in the course of their NHS duties.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a patient care setting or customer-facing environment
• Experience of working as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience of shift working
• Experience of working within the peri-operative setting

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Good verbal, literacy and communication skills
• Ability to maintain accurate and legible records
• Computer literate (use of IT software packages e.g. Word, Email)

Desirable

• Understanding of manual handling practices and policies
• Awareness of Health and Safety

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic standard of education including Maths and English Grade C GCSE or equivalent or willingness to complete Functional Skills Level 2 on appointment
• Willingness to complete The Care Certificate for healthcare workers

Desirable

• Completed National Care Certificate for healthcare workers

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with a team
• Effective communication skills written and verbal
• Self-confidence with an approachable persona
• Self-awareness in assessing own knowledge, competence and boundaries
• Enhanced disclosure clearance
• Excellent attendance and time keeping
• Willing to work across hospital sites within scope of practice as and when required
• Able to work and cope with rotating shift patterns - early, late, night shifts over seven days of the week and on-call as necessary

Desirable

• Ability to identify own personal development needs
• Ability to adapt to new situations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Kidderminster Treatment Centre

Bewdley Road

Kidderminster

Worcestershire

DY11 6RJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

Were looking for Childrens Nurses, passionate about providing exceptional care to children and young people, where you can add some magic, fun, or extra reassurance.

No two days are the same as part of our Nursing team on Bramble! If you enjoy variety, this role has lots to offer, gaining skills and experience across all areas of the department.

Youll play a key role in assessing care needs and helping to create care programmes. With support from a Band 6 or above Registered Childrens Nurse, youll put these programmes into action. Youll provide high-quality, compassionate care, that meets agreed standards. Everything you do will be part of a supportive team nursing framework.

On occasion, you may be asked to work in other areas of the Royal Devon where children are being cared for, such as NNU/ED

About Bramble Ward and Paediatric Services

Our recently refurbished jungle themed Childrens Ward has a 22-bed inpatient area, four bed Paediatric High Dependency Unit and a day surgery area. Our service also provides a Paediatric Assessment Unit, Day Care Unit, Outpatient Department, and Oncology Day Case Unit.

Our play team have created an inviting and inclusive space where patients of all ages can play. From soft play for the youngest and a chill out area with a PS5 for the eldest!

Career development and training

Bramble benefits from two Practice Educators, dedicated to supporting and developing your skills and knowledge. Whether you are a newly qualified Childrens Nurse or an experienced Adult Nurse, youll be supported to complete your competencies, gain new skills, and qualifications.

Once youve found your feet, its only natural to start looking at progression and development opportunities. Well help you to grow your skills and well invest in your training and development, providing CPD, paid study leave, and funding for specialist qualifications.

Working Pattern: The role is for 34.5 hrs per week and this includes internal rotation to night duty and weekends. There would be an expectation to work bank holidays and weekends.

Interview Date: To be arranged

For further information please contact: Catherine Manlow, Ward Manager at [email protected] or call 01392 403092

This is a fixed term contract until 19/09/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity.

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

The post holder will demonstrate highly developed clinical expertise and leadership skills, working autonomously across all four pillars of advanced clinical practice. They will work closely with the wider oncology multidisciplinary team and other clinical specialisms to provide holistic, compassionate and person-centred care.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about service development, innovation and improving patient care, with the clinical confidence and leadership skills to work independently while building effective relationships across professional and organisational boundaries. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing the service, evaluating its impact and identifying opportunities for its continued growth.

Candidates who do not yet meet the full requirements of the role may be considered for appointment to a training position. In this instance, candidates will need to demonstrate appropriate clinical experience and relevant postgraduate education, together with a clear commitment to completing any outstanding essential training or educational components.

If you are an experienced Therapeutic Radiographer looking for an opportunity to develop a specialist service, influence the future of radiotherapy follow-up and make a meaningful difference to the lives of people living with the late effects of cancer treatment, we would love to hear from you.

Main Duties

• Use expert clinical skills and knowledge to establish and lead a service supporting radiotherapy patients experiencing late side-effects from their treatment
• Establish effective referral pathways into the service, recognising that patient referrals may be instigated by primary and secondary care professionals
• Take responsibility for the clinical management and long-term review of a patient caseload, using clinical expertise to enable autonomous decisions on an individual patient basis
• Liaise closely with regional late effects MDT colleagues for the purpose of shared learning and, where considered appropriate, onwards referral to a colleague with a particular site-specialism
• Actively participate in the development of local standards of care and best practice guidance related to the delivery of a radiotherapy late effects service
• Work closely with the service leads to ensure that service improvements are identified, planned, and delivered in line with local and national strategic developments and targets
• Use auditing skills to evaluate clinical practice in relation to its evidence base and clinical effectiveness and lead in the implementation of the findings/recommendations to ensure continual quality improvement
• Lead in the education and training of other healthcare professionals in relation to all aspects of the management of radiotherapy late effects and the role of the late effects service in the patient pathway

About the department and team

The Oncology Centre is a light, clean and modern space located on the ground floor level of the Royal Devon site in Exeter.

The centre benefits from a charity-run shop providing refreshments to patients and colleagues. Plus, theres an on-site restaurant, cafes, a take-away service and a Boots.

The friendly and supportive Therapeutic Radiographer team is over 40 people strong, and is focused on delivering exceptional patient focused care and treatment. On average 100 patients are treated and supported by the department on a daily basis.

Following an ongoing refreshment programme we have the following equipment and systems:

• three Varian Truebeam Linacs
• a Canon Wide Bore CT
• an Eclipse planning system
• Varian Aria administration system
• Brachytherapy services

The radiotherapy service is paperless, utilising the Varian Aria administration system for service delivery.

Our service has undergone significant transformation over the past few years, including the commissioning of a wide range of SABR indications and the implementation of portal dosimetry, 4DCBCT, gated CBCT and 6 DoF couch tops.

Current projects include the clinical implementation of phase gating and the imminent acquisition of an SGRT system.

The Royal Devon is passionate about research and innovation, the team are actively involved in a broad range of clinical radiotherapy trials. Since autumn 2020 the service has been using an electronic patient record, EPIC.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Helen Slaney, Radiotherapy Services Manager ([email protected])

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

5. OTHER DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES5.1 To attend all relevant meetings.5.2 To liaise with the Pharmacy Technician Team Manager as appropriate regarding any issues, problems, errors or complaints beyond limitations.5.3 To be proactive and to support the implementation of change5.4 To maintain satisfactory personal performance and professional standards and to achieve, where possible, agreed objectives described in the annual staff appraisal system undertaken by the line manager.5.5 To support the pharmacy wellbeing forum and promote healthy lifestyles and work/life balance.5.6 To support the green agenda within the department and aim to reduce the departments carbon footprint.5.7 To maintain high standards and orderly methods of working.6.8 As a representative of the department to behave in a manner that is professional, positive and polite and confidential.5.9 To be accountable for his/her own actions.5.10 The post holder is expected to make him/herself aware of the needs of the dispensary section as a whole and to take the initiative in responding to such needs.5.11 To direct or accompany visitors to the department to the correct areas within the department.

4. TRAINING AND EDUCATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES4.1 To assist in the supervision and training of junior staff, including support workers and pre-registration trainee pharmacy technicians.4.2 To participate in the induction of new staff.4.3 To participate in all mandatory training and any training deemed appropriate by the Technician Team Manager4.4 To participate in a system of performance appraisal4.5 To manage the Band 2 Pharmacy Support Worker apprentice and assign jobs as necessary.

For further information please refer to the attached JD/PS.

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE or equivalent including Maths, English, Science - Grade C / 4 and above
• Must have successfully completed the Level 2 Pharmacy Service Skills apprenticeship or equivalent
• Good working knowledge of IT Microsoft Packages such as Outlook, Word, Excel and other relevant programmes.
• Demonstrate understanding the importance of patient confidentiality and data protection.

Experience

Essential

• Able to prioritise workload effectively
• Previous experience of working in a Pharmacy
• Experience of stock management
• Team member with an adaptable and flexible approach to work, willing to adapt to changing situations.
• Able to respond to unpredictable work patterns.
• Ability to work well as a team member
• Demonstrated abilities to work to set procedures
• Demonstrated ability to show attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work accurately under pressure
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise routine daily tasks using own initiative

Desirable

• Previous employment in the NHS

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to organise own workload
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively using clear written and spoken English
• Demonstrates basic numeracy skills, the ability to be able to add, multiply, subtract and divide
• Able to move heavy loads when required
• Familiar with computer systems and basic keyboard skills
• Ability to develop effective working relationships across the organization.

Personal Qualities & attributes

Essential

• Ability to develop effective working relationships across the organization.
• Effective organisational skills
• Ability to work in a busy environment
• Well-motivated

Others

Essential

• Able to do late duty, weekend duties and bank holidays as rostered
• Appreciation of need to maintain confidentiality and security
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities
• Enthusiastic and shows initiative
• Flexibility with regard to changes in work schedule
• Good attendance record and good time keeping/ time management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

London

NW3 2QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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