Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

Act as the specialist pharmacist lead for oncology services, serving as the primary point of contact for oncology-related service developments and providing professional leadership for the service, with support from the Principal Pharmacist for Cancer Services

Provide a clinical pharmacy service to the Oncology and Haematology working alongside the cancer services team delivering and extensive medicines management service to patients in ward and day unit areas.

Clinically screening SACT for adult, paediatric patient for day unit, outpatient

Undertake teaching and supervision of less experienced pharmacists, technicians, and students providing Cancer for haematology and oncology patients.

Line managing pharmacists as allocated including managing sickness, appraisals, general support and development

To ensure that all staff are appropriately trained, ensuring compliance to all legal and best practice standards and local SOP's.

Provide the clinical professional check on prescriptions dispensed within the dispensary, ensuring that the Trust high cost drug procedure and Trust Formulary is adhered t

Lead, develop, evaluate and deliver pharmaceutical care to patients managed by the Haematology and Oncology within the Trust.

Use specialist knowledge to advise consultants, medical, nursing and pharmacy staff on all pharmaceutical aspects of care in these areas

Recommend, substantiate and communicate best therapeutic options for patients routinely and via attendance at MDT to implement changes in prescribing practice to ensure evidence-based medicine is followed as appropriate and following commissioning avenue

I Introduce measures to keep the directorate drug expenditure within agreed budgets including pro-active involvement at directorate board level to achieve this.

Key Duties

The post holder will

Provide a specialist clinical pharmacy and medicines management service to patients and undertake pharmaceutical risk management for haematology and oncology patient in a ward-based setting.

Ensure compliance with medicines legislation, the Trust Medicines Policy, and medicines related national and local guidelines.

Contribute to the development and implementation of appropriate cancer services SOPs and associated policies to ensure that the haematology/oncology medicines management systems are safe, robust, guided by national directives, standards, guidelines, and the post-holders own specialist knowledge, and are quality assured.

Evaluate prescribing practices and amend according to evidence-based practice, national/regional directives and clinical governance targets on a daily basis, during consultant ward-rounds, and at multidisciplinary team meetings including:

Analysing patients individual pharmaceutical care needs

Identifying actual and potential iatrogenic admissions for medical staff

Recommending best treatment

Substantiate pharmaceutical recommendations and advice to medical and nursing staff and communicate effectively any necessary actions to medical and nursing staff.

Construct pharmaceutical care plans for patients, assess and monitor clinical progress and outcome with regard to their medication and actively intervene to ensure that patients receive optimal care with minimal side effects.

Provide specialist advice to healthcare professionals on all pharmaceutical issues arising within the post holders specialist clinical area.

Be responsible for the therapeutic blood monitoring of identified drugs within the post-holders clinical area including:

Initial patient assessment and initiation of appropriate loading or starting doses

Interpretation of blood level results and subsequent adjustment of the patients dose of medicine and amendment of the patients prescription in order to optimise the beneficial results of therapy whilst minimising any potential toxicity.

Ensuring individual patients entered into clinical trials are treated according to the trial protocol, that their medicines are prepared as specified in the protocol, that any randomisation codes are allocate appropriately, and that all records are maintained correctly and stored suitably.

Substantiating clinical pharmacy recommendations at the highest level and against challenge from Consultants, where necessary, and effectively communicate any required actions to other medical and nursing staff.

Providing specialist clinical advice to other health care professionals on all pharmaceutical issues arising within the specialist area of cancer services. This will include the extrapolation of clinical and complex medicines information where data may be lacking and analysing, interpreting and comparing differing opinion or facts to determine the best prescribing strategy for an individual patient or patient group.

Assisting with the delivery of the WAHT pharmacy cancer services to achieve Trust and departmental medicines management targets including

Managing the accurate and timely dispensing and supply of medicines to cancer patients.

Adherence to NHS England standard operating procedures in relation to drugs supply through the Cancer Drugs Fund (CDF) and other commissioning arrangements.

Adherence to the Trust Formulary, unlicensed medicines policy and high-cost drug procedures.

Assisting with the creation of clinical guidelines relating to all areas of medicines use within the cancer services.

Assisting in the delivery of key pharmacy modernisation initiatives within cancer services and assisting in the assessment of the impact of such service development initiatives on medical and nursing staff within the post-holders area and the WAHT pharmacy department as a whole.

Medication History Taking, Provision of Patient Information and Counselling

Ensure that information and patient counselling systems are implemented within their specialist area according to patient need to ensure that patients obtain the most benefit from their medicines.

Set standards and manage the counselling of patients on their medicines within the Haematology directorate to improve concordance and knowledge of their therapy

Ensure all newly admitted patients are interviewed to construct an accurate medication history and assess compliance/concordance issues.

Review the medication history against the admission details and prescription chart

Pro-actively identify to medical staff any potential or actual medicines-related hospital admissions or associated issues and outline any required action to resolve identified discrepancies

Assess patients discharge medicines information requirements as early as possible in the admission stay to be able to prepare information on medicines for patients based on individual need.

Complete Patient Need Assessments to assess patients information requirements and suitability for delegation of counselling to a junior pharmacist or lead medicines management technician.

Counsel patients with highly complex needs such as a physical disability which may affect information requirements (sight or hearing), language difficulties, those with life-threatening or terminal diagnoses and highly distressed patients.

Managerial Responsibilities

Manage pharmacists as allocated including delivery of PDR and management of sickness based around trust policies.

Undertake the day to day supervision of pharmacists, technicians, assistants and students

Develop and maintain good internal communications within the department.

Ensure that the capability, conduct and performance of every member of staff within their responsibility are continually assessed and appropriate action is taken to address shortfalls and resolve issues

Ensure that all Trust policies are complied with, brought to the attention if all staff and are readily and easily accessible

Planning of day to day work, annual objectives and negotiation of personal development plans and in-year performance management.

Use the Pharmacy Computer System and MS Word, Excel, Access, and Powerpoint to produce reports, SOPs, analyses and training materials for others to support the delivery of the post holders key roles and responsibilities.

Financial Responsibilities

Produce monthly reports, analyse prescribing trends and provide guidance and advice on drug expenditure, prescribing patterns and high cost drug use for the Haematology and oncology specialities at WRH.

Advise and guide Consultants on proposed new medicines for use within the post-holders clinical area and assist with compiling new product assessments and evidence-based reviews for submission to the Area Prescribing Committee for formulary and funding approval

Identify cost containment programmes and introduce appropriate measures to keep the Haematology and Oncology Directorates drug expenditure within agreed budgets. Discuss and influence drug expenditure and its management with key medical staff, directorate managers and Modern Matrons within the post-holders specialist area.

Service Development and Business Planning

Develop formal links with the Clinical Director, Business Manager, Modern Matron and Ward managers in relation to the pharmaceutical needs.

Lead on key pharmacy modernisation initiatives within the Haematology team, ward and patients, and assess the impact of such service development initiatives on medical and nursing staff within the post-holders area and the pharmacy department as a whole.

Contribute to the senior clinical pharmacy team strategy group in planning and organising the delivery, standard and modernisation of clinical pharmacy services.

Research and Clinical Audit

Ensure all pharmaceutical aspects of research in the post-holders clinical area complies with relevant legislation

Ensure that all clinical trials of medicines in the post holders area comply with National Guidelines, the Trust medicines policy, and the Trial Protocols.

Plan, organise and conduct own areas for practice-based research, including audit and benefits of clinical pharmacist / independent prescriber role to support departmental development

Person Specification

Additional information

Essential

• Skilled at preparing and implementing pharmaceutical care plans to best meet patient needs within the ward multidisciplinary team.
• Skilled at using reference sources, journals, the internet and on-line information sources to prepare evaluated medicines information for consultants and other health-care professionals.
• Skills for providing relevant specialist pharmacy services (e.g. clinical pharmacy, medicines information, sterile dispensing).
• Able to interpret national guidelines within specialist area(s), and Trust policies, procedures and guidelines related to specialist area(s) including clinical governance and risk management.
• Skills for teaching and supervising junior pharmacists and technical staff
• Skills for utilising resources cost-effectively and highlighting where improvements could be made.
• Knowledge about chemotherapy drugs and regimens in current use.
• Knowledge about the technical aspects underpinning the working of an aseptic unit.
• Knowledge on clinical issues relating to the treatment of Haematology and oncology in-patients
• Able to supervise a team of pharmacists and technical staff
• Capable of analysing highly complex facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options
• Able to work with initiative and innovation.
• Able to set priorities, meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• A good team worker and a role model for pharmacists and technicians.
• Able to communicate information about medicines when there are barriers to understanding.
• Able to empathise with patients, carers, visitors and staff.

Experience

Essential

• Current post diploma experience in delivering specialist clinical services to a medical speciality or directorate
• Experience of delivering a clinical pharmacy service to patients requiring SACT
• Experience of working in a licensed or un-licensed aseptic unit.
• Experience of working with an electronic prescribing system
• Experience of delivering chemotherapy services (inpatient and outpatient) Experience of successfully supervising and contributing to the training of pharmacists, technicians, nurses and doctors

Desirable

• Experience as a practicing Independent prescriber in Haematology or oncology

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional knowledge acquired through a vocational degree in pharmacy
• Currently Registered as a pharmacist in UK: Member of the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Significant Postgraduate clinical specialist knowledge acquired through diploma level training i.e. Hold a Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent.
• Currently meeting the GPhC standard for continuing professional development.
• Have qualified and be registered with the GPhC as an Independent Prescriber or working towards.

Desirable

• Undertaken a Masters or equivalent in Advanced Clinical Practice (ACP)
• Undertaken the RPS core advanced portfolio

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Alexandra Hospital

Woodrow Drive

Redditch

Worcestershire

B987UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

qualification

Essential

• MB BS or equivalent mediacl qualification
• Fully registered with GMC with license
• Approved clinician status
• Included on the GMC Specialist Register in general adult psychiatry OR within six months
• Applicants must be on the GMC Specialist Register for the speciality, or eligible for entry within six months of the interview date (including those applying via the portfolio pathway route)

skills

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of speciality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Ability to meet duties under MHA and MCA
• Ability to work in and lead a team
• Participated in research and service provision

Eligibility

Essential

• Approved clinician status OR able to achieve within 3 months of appointment
• Approved under S12 OR able to achieve with 3 months of appointment

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

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Killamarsh Clinic

Parkside Shopping Centre

Killamarsh

S21 1FY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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• Delivery of The Lancaster Model
• Leading a skill mixed team
• Developing evidence based practice
• Partnership Working
• Supervision of Staff
• Working with management team to deliver the service specification

We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA.

We take pride in our People First Culture which creates a workplace where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging, difference is celebrated, and people are comfortable to bring their whole selves to work.

We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, protected characteristics, and with all backgrounds and experiences.

As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Worker route we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration. Please note that as the current salary threshold is £25,000 it is unlikely we will be able to offer sponsorship for this post as without 2 years previous NHS Service at Band 3 you will commence at the bottom of the pay band which currently does not meet the minimum salary requirement for sponsorship (bank and agency service is excluded). This would apply to anyone who has current time limited right to work in the UK and would require sponsorship in the near future commencing at the bottom of the band. For details on eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk website Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, verbal and non-verbal
• Ability to manage own work load
• Evidence of leadership
• Excellent understanding of public health role

Desirable

• Experience of working a corporate case load
• Experience of leading a skill mix team
• Innovative practitioner

Training and qualifications

Essential

• SCPHN qualification
• Registered nurse

Desirable

• Mentor qualification
• Teaching qualification
• Nurse prescriber

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Good understanding on the healthy child program
• knowledge of safeguarding children and young people
• Commitment to developing Public Health Nursing

Desirable

• Clinical supervision 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.

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

Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Paul's House

Stores Road

Derby

DE21 4BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.derbyshirehealthcareft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose:

Use the manual and computerised systems including PAS, ENVOY, PTS, TEAMS, MyPre-Op+ and CLIP to:

To work as part of the Pre-Operative Assessment clerical team assisting with the smooth and efficient running of the Pre-Operative Assessment Clinic.

Provide a comprehensive receptionist service for the department and administration duties as set out in the job description.

To make appointments on the Trust IT systems in accordance with agreed policies and procedures.

To provide accurate, timely information to assist nursing staff in good management of their Pre-Operative Assessment clinics.

The post will also include answering telephone queries and updating the hospital PAS system.

To ensure the confidentiality of all patient information and Trust business.

Key Duties:

Postholders must be able to work on their own initiative when carrying out their usual duties. Supervision is available as required.

To participate in reception duties for Pre-Operative Assessment Clinic Countywide, as well as any other visitors to the department.

To greet patients in a polite and respectful manner and promote patients sense of dignity at all times.

The postholder is often the first point of contact for the majority of patients.

Use of manual and computerised systems including PAS, CLIP and digital MyPre-Op system.

To check registration details and demographics for accuracy and ensure that all details are updated on PAS to include #call me

Record the patients attendance to clinic and outcome their appointment on their departure

Notify secretaries of DNAs via the agreed proforma

To deal with enquiries from patients, the general public and other staff as appropriate.

Ensure the smooth daily running of the Pre-Operative Clinic reception desk

Liaise with ambulance control for ensuring the patients return journey home is scheduled

To carry out any other duties appropriate to the grade as requested by the booking team.

Ability to prioritize workload according to demands of the department.

To reschedule Pre-Operative assessment appointments in accordance with the agreed S.O.P, under the direction of the administration team.

Communication Responsibilities:

To ensure that there is good communication between the administration team and the clinical team so that the department runs smoothly.

To demonstrate tact, diplomacy, patience and empathy in the course of considerable patient contact, both in person, over the telephone, and by email correspondence.

Ensure telephones are answered promptly and dealt with appropriately.

To respond to patient telephone or face to face complaints in the first instance, seeking support and advice from the team leaders or nurses as appropriate.

To impart clear, concise appointment related information to patient, secretaries and booking staff.

To use interpersonal skills to interact and communicate appropriately with a variety of patients from differing backgrounds and cultures, puting each individual at ease and reassure anxious patients.

To communicate appropriately with patients who have special needs including patients with physical and mental disabilities, learning difficulties and with patients who are anxious and/or upset.

To communicate appropriately with patients who are behaving in an aggressive manner and seek help from senior staff.

To deal appropriately with messages left on the out of hours answerphone service, and any emails received into the countywide email box.

To communicate effectively and work collaboratively as a member of the Multi-Disciplinary team.

Clerical Responsibilities:

To answer general telephone queries from patients, health professionals and the general public and process appropriately or refer on to relevant staff as appropriate.

In exceptional circumstances where clinical staff are unable to arrive for the clinic, support the appointments team and nurses with cancelling patients by telephone at the last minute.

To amend and cancel appointments appriopriately. Notify relivant secretary or booker.

To generate appropriate letters and cross reference patient details for accuracy

To liaise with other Pre-Operative Assessment clinics across county.

To provide clerical support for nursing staff countywide.

To destroy confidience waste appropriately and in line with the Trust policy.

Ensure computer, printer equipment and stationery is available and working effectively working, reporting any faults or problems to the team leader.

Educational Responsibilities:

To demonstrate working practices to new and exsisting employees including Admin & Clerical staff, any Pre-Operative Assessment staff countywide.

To have sufficient knowledge of Departmental clinical procedures to be able to inform and advise patients.

To have sufficient knowledge of the Pre-Operative Assessment Service to be able to advise patients on the appropriateness and timeliness of appointments.

To ensure your training requirements are up to date within Trust targets.

General Responsibilities:

To observe confidentiality of patient records at all times in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

To use acquired knowledge to inform patients of the benefits of Pre-Operative Assessment

To manage and prioritise own workload, taking identified priorities into account and observing department policies.

To review procedures regularly in discussion with colleagues and advise of any improvements that could be made to administrative procedures.

To comply with department sickness SOP and report any absences in accordance with this policy.

To report any equipment faults or hazardous or potentially dangerous situations.

To report any accidents, untoward incidents and complaints by following appropriate escalation procedures.

To ensure patient confidentiality.

To ensure all Trust standards and policies are observed.

To remain professional at all times

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of Education

Desirable

• Any recognised typing qualifications
• Recognised English & Maths qualification
• Evidence of additional self-development

Experience

Essential

• Previous Customer services experience/dealing with the public
• Previous Administration experience

Desirable

• Previous clerical/reception experience within a hospital

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Professional
• Good organisational / time management skills including contact with general public
• Good clear handwriting
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative
• Good IT skills

Desirable

• PAS and/or CLIP understanding

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work in a team
• Ability to work to deadlines
• Awareness of self-presentation suitable for the workplace.
• Flexibility
• Understanding the importance of confidentiality
• Willingness to undertake further training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Purpose of the role

Social Prescribing empowers people to take control of their health & wellbeing through referral to non-clinical Social Prescribing link workers, allowing them time to focus on what matters to me, taking a holistic approach to an individuals health and wellbeing needs in a supportive manner, to increase confidence to live a more independent life within their local community.

Support people by connecting them to non-medical, community-based activities, groups and services that meet their practical, social and emotional needs, including specialist advice services, arts and culture, physical activity, and nature- and green-based activities.

Supporting the development of accessible and sustainable community offers by working in partnership with Voluntary Care Service Enterprise organisations, VCSE, local authorities and others to identify gaps in provision, and take a community development approach to enabling growth in community activities and groups. Using coaching and motivational interviewing techniques to support people.

Social Prescribing link workers:

Take a whole population approach, working with a range of people who may benefit from social prescribing, including lonely people, who have complex social needs, low-level mental health needs, long-term conditions, as well as working with priority populations identified by the Primary Care Network, PCN as outlined in the Network Contract DES

Help people to identify issues that affect their health & wellbeing and co-produce a simple personalised care and support plan using the Social Prescribing template. Together, the patient and Social Prescriber will set small, achievable goals, focusing on what is important to the person. Goals will be supportive and reviewed regularly with the person.

Empower people to take control of their own health and wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Take referrals from the PCNs Core Network Practices and from a wide range of agencies, including pharmacies, health and care multi-disciplinary teams MDTs, and welfare advice services, VCSE organisations, and through self-referrals list is not exhaustive.

Promote social prescribing as an approach across the PCN and wider agencies,

including its role in supported self-management, in addressing health inequalities and the wider determinants of health, reducing pressure on statutory services, improving access to healthcare and improving health outcomes, and in taking a holistic approach to care.

.Proactively encouraging equitable participation in social prescribing through taking self-referrals and connecting with diverse local communities through a range of methods, particularly communities that statutory agencies may find hard to reach and where health inequalities are most prevalent, ensuring that those people self-referring have equal opportunities

Provide information and guidance on what the person can do for themselves to improve their health and wellbeing

Provide follow-up support to the person to ensure they are happy, able to engage, feel included and that they are receiving good support.

Seek regular feedback via surveys, feedback forms, about the quality of service and the impact of social prescribing on referral agencies

Help people maintain or regain independence through living skills, enablement approaches and simple safeguards

Helping people to gain skills for meaningful employment, where appropriate.

Seek advice and support from the General Practitioner GP, supervisor and/or identified individuals to discuss safeguarding concerns and follow PCN safeguarding policies around reporting and/or escalating concerns.

Make appropriate onward referrals. Empower people where possible to reach out to their GP practice, care provider, ensuring they have relevant contact information to hand at all times.

Develop supportive relationships with local Voluntary Care Sector Enterprise, VCSE organisations, community groups and statutory services, to understand their offer and make timely, appropriate and supported referrals

Promote diversity and inclusion when developing or supporting new community groups.

Encourage people who have been connected to community support through social prescribing to volunteer or to start their own activities and groups

Support existing local volunteering schemes to strengthen community resilience and explore potential to develop a team of volunteers to provide buddying support, peer support or to start new community-based groups or activities.

Data capture

Support referral agencies to provide appropriate information about the person they are referring, including demographic data and data on wider determinants, for example, caring status, any safeguarding concerns.

Provide appropriate and timely feedback to referral agencies about the people they referred.

Work sensitively with people, their families and carers to capture key information to measure impact of social prescribing on their health and wellbeing, using validated tools determined locally such as the ONS4 wellbeing scale to assess need and measure outcomes.

Encourage people, their families and carers to provide feedback on their experience, for example, through patient satisfaction surveys, and to share their stories about the impact of social prescribing on their lives.

Ensure that social prescribing referral SNOMED codes are coded appropriately into clinical systems as outlined in the Network Contract DES using the Social Prescribing template aligns to Personalised care and Support Plan

Adhere to PCN policies around data protection legislation and data sharing agreements, ensuring people give appropriate consent. at the start of the episode of care with the Person/ Patient.

Provide monthly data feedback as required by the PCN. Using current and any future data collection systems in a timely manner.

Continuing professional development

Work with a supervisor and/or line manager to undertake continual personal and professional development in line with the social prescribing Workforce Development Framework Competency Framework, including:

Work with your supervising GP and/or line manager to access regular clinical/non-managerial supervision

Take an active role in reflecting, reviewing and developing professional knowledge, skills and behaviours

Attend appropriate mandatory training before working with people and be aware of own competence, maintaining boundaries, both personal & around scope of practice and referring onwards for people whose needs fall outside of these boundaries

Adhere to organisational policies and procedures, including confidentiality, safeguarding, lone working, information governance, equality, diversity and inclusion training and health and safety.

https://www.england.nhs.uk/publication/workforce-development-framework-social-prescribing-link-workers/

Miscellaneous

Establish strong working relationships with GPs, practice teams and relevant multidisciplinary teams and work collaboratively with other health Social Prescribers, Health and Wellbeing coaches, Mental Health and Wellbeing coaches, care co-ordinators, supporting each other, respecting each others views and meeting regularly as a team.

Act as a champion for Social Prescribing, as a part of the PCNs personalised care offer for patients and organisations

Demonstrate a flexible attitude and be prepared to carry out other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time within the general character of the post or the level of responsibility of the role, ensuring that work is delivered in a timely and effective manner.

Identify opportunities and gaps in the service - and review risks and issues that could impact on service delivery - and provide feedback to continually improve the service and contribute to business planning.

Work in accordance with the practices and PCNs policies and procedures.

Contribute to the wider aims and objectives of the PCN to improve and support primary care, working to the PCNs priorities in accordance with the DES.

Work as part of the MDT, to seek feedback, promote the benefits of Social Prescribing value to patients, carers and the system. Continually work and engage to improve the service

Undertake any tasks consistent with the level of the post and the scope of the role, ensuring that work is delivered in a timely and effective manner.

Duties may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Completed a PCI accredited Social Prescriber training course or be willing to complete one prior to taking referrals.
• Compassionate, reflective and self-aware and will enjoy working with a wide range of people
• Able to provide a culturally sensitive, inclusive service, by supporting people from all backgrounds and communities, respecting lifestyle, equality, diversity and providing high quality, non-judgemental support.
• The candidate will be compassionate, reflective & self-aware, will enjoy working with a wide range of people.
• Commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively working to reach people from diverse communities.
• Able to support people in a way that inspires trust and confidence, motivating others to reach their potential, adapting to individual levels of activation and health literacy.
• They will be a commitment to collaborative working with a keen team work ethic, working alongside, local agencies (including VCSE organisations and community groups) Able to work with others to reduce hierarchies within the community.
• Can demonstrate personal accountability, emotional resilience and ability to work under pressure, having a proactive and flexible attitude, ability to work using own initiative.
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team with demonstrable networking experience
• NVQ Level 3, Advanced level or equivalent qualifications or working towards. Reflective listening skills.

Desirable

• Experience of working in health and social care care/community development setting or similar
• Relevant training and experience in Self-Management Education(SME)
• Experience of successful partnership working across statutory, voluntary and community sector.

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

Allied Health South Lincolnshire Limited

Address

AHSL

Abbeyview Medical Centre

Thorney Road

Crowland

Peterborough

PE6 0AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful applicant should possess FRCA (or equivalent) and should be included on the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at the time of interview, if currently within a training programme within the UK. In accordance with the consultant appointment regulations, all other categories of doctors must be on the Specialist Register.

If shortlisted, you will be required to give a 10-minute presentation on:

“Achieving excellence in day case surgery”

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact:

Natalie Drury, Lead Clinician for Anaesthesia (via administration office on 0113 2065789)

INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD: Wednesday 2 December 2026

The Department of Anaesthesia at Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is one of the largest anaesthetic departments in the UK, employing over 270 Consultant Anaesthetists, each contributing a range of subspecialty interests and expertise. The Department provides services across two major acute teaching hospital sites: Leeds General Infirmary (LGI) and St James’s University Hospital (SJUH).

Consultants benefit from shared secretarial support, shared office accommodation and individual access to IT facilities and computers. The Department has a strong commitment to education and training, with Specialist and Senior Registrars attached to the Department as part of recognised postgraduate training programmes.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

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Experience

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Employer details

Employer name

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job description and person specification for full details of roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths and English or Numeracy and Literacy Level 2
• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care
• NHS Care Certificate
• Secondary Care Experience
• Clinical Observation Qualification
• Venepuncture and Cannulation competancies
• Undertaking ECG's in emergency situations
• Recognising a deterioration in a patients condition.

Desirable

• Experience within link role for specialist area -eg falls, infection control etc
• Supporting new starters, including inducting them to the clinical environment
• Ability to learn new skills

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

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust

Odstock Road

Salisbury

SP2 8BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable post registration experience as an RMN
• Professional experience of working in mental health services
• Experience of MDT working
• Skills in coordinating and planning interagency approaches in mental health care.
• Experience of assessing and managing risk
• Working with the MHA and MCA Experience of working in a community service

Desirable

• -Experience of working with statutory and non-statutory agencies.
• -Experience of working at Band 6 level
• -Experience of delivering evidence-based treatments

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to use initiative and work without immediate supervision
• Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework for mental health services, particularly the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act & NICE Guidelines.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, empathic approach
• Skills in co-ordinating and planning interagency approaches in mental health care
• Excellent report-writing skills IT skills
• Ability to work as part of a multiprofessional team
• -Excellent assessment skills- communication skills, establishing a rapport, focusing on gathering pertinent information, probing questions and ability to assimilate within your mental health knowledge to agree an appropriate outcome and plan
• -Completing robust, initial risk assessments and ability to review historic risk
• -Understanding of the importance of user/carer involvement in care planning
• -Understanding of local Safeguarding policies and procedures.
• -Ability to prioritise workload when conflicting demands are made

Desirable

• -Skills in CBT
• -Ability to work in a changing environment
• -Knowledge and understanding of the roles of other professionals working within mental health -
• -Ability to elaborate on the translation of personal and professional skills into practice

Qualifications

Essential

• -Current registration as a level one Mental Health nurse/RMN
• Evidence of post registration training and experience
• -Willingness to undertake additional training relevant to the role

Desirable

• Non-medical Prescriber
• -Counselling qualification
• -Venepuncture qualification
• -ECG application qualification
• -PSI Training

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• -Access to transport with the ability to travel within the geographical work area
• oOpen, transparent and values
• oProgressive
• oEmpowering and Supportive of Staff
• oCaring, Safe, Reliable and Passionate

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

Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT

Address

Elizabeth Quarter

High Street

Scunthorpe

DN15 6SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide competent and skilled care of women with Urogynaecological problems working within a multidisciplinary team. Care will be provided under both direct and indirect supervision within due regard for local and national guidelines

To work as a specialist nursing resource within the outpatient setting not simultaneously as a registered nurse member of the clinic staff.

The Urogynaecology specialist nurse will sit within the Specialist Nurse rota and be available to attend specialist clinics across the county Monday to Friday to ensure Urogynaecology patients needs are met.

To assist with the further development of and provide day to day clinical care within the Specialist Urogynaecology Service for Worcestershire.

To provide effective leadership to more junior staff and to act as a positive role model.

As a member of the gynaecology directorate multidisciplinary team to have responsibility for ensuring assessment of care needs, development and evaluation of programmes of care ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to patients.

To liaise with all members of the multi-disciplinary team in primary and secondary and co-ordinate all aspects of care in the best interests of the patient and family.

To contribute to the continuing development of practice to all members of the directorate. To supervise junior staff and to teach qualified and unqualified staff as appropriate.

To liaise closely with the Lead Urogynaecology nurse and any external mentors to ensure training needs are being met.

To act in the best interests of the patient in situations where they are unable to make an informed choice for themselves.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Clinical

With indirect supervision to be responsible for the day-to-day care of urogynaecological patients visiting the department. Assessment of care needs to include simple and complex clinical problems of the patient.

Specialist nursing duties may include but are not limited to:

Pre and post operative visiting of Urogynaecology patients

Management of women with vaginal pessary including audit and database

Ante natal and post-natal visiting as requested by Obstetric team

Enhance the communication link between primary and secondary care multidisciplinary team

Assist with patients positioning, and placement of lines for urodynamic testing.

Carry out simple Urodynamic testing including reporting of results.

Perform stand-alone flow studies

Perform bladder scanning

Insertion / changing of vaginal pessary for prolapse management

Teaching of Clean intermittent self-catheterisation

Review of conservative management pathways as part of a planned programme of care

Attendance at monthly MDT meeting

Responsible for the implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for the patient whose needs may be predictable or unpredictable and / or unstable and changing to ensure delivery of high standards of care

To attend and complete any courses required by the trust or the BSUGs to ensure safe clinical development and competency

To identify the requirements of the patient needs in elective / emergency situations and have the knowledge and skills to act accordingly

To establish and maintain effective communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters to overcome any problems in communication and to ensure that appropriate information is shared, and patient needs are met.

To support and involve patients / clients / carers relatives and liaise with and coordinate other members of the primary and secondary care multidisciplinary team in the planning and delivery of individualised care.

To be responsible for maintaining patients records within agreed standards to ensure the care management plan is communicated to patients and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

Adopt a positive approach to infection control, actively contributing to infection control policy and practice.

2. Management / Leadership

To contribute to the effective use of physical, financial and human resources

To provide training when requested to new registered and non-registered staff i.e HCAs and student nurses. To provide advice and support ensuring safe and effective care and that educational needs are met.

Contribute to discussion, debate and influence change in practice underpinned by research that is evidence based. This will include assisting the lead nurse in development of guidelines and policy with specific reference to endometriosis.

Act as a team leader where appropriate ensuring effective teamwork and promote healthy working relations with support from mentor /trainer.

Monitor and maintain own and others health, safety and security

To work within an ethical framework utilising the NMC code of conduct, defined policies, procedures, standards and protocols of the department, organisation to promote safe and effective evidence-based practice and contribute to quality improvement.

To understand and take ownership of own training pathway with due consideration of the requirements of the BSUG

In the absence of the Lead Urogynaecology nurse when asked to take charge of an identified area of work and manage the standards of care and daily responsibilities, including work allocation, deployment and supervision of junior staff to ensure smooth running of the area.

3. Education and Continuing Professional Development

To maintain competency and produce evidence demonstrating continued professional development in the role of the specialist nurse for urogynaecology.

To be conversant and comply with trust policies and regulations ensure attendance at trust mandatory training sessions and those deemed necessary to role. To identify with Lead Nurse and Consultant when further competency / development is required.

To participate in personal / career development plan to maintain and develop attitudes, skills and knowledge facilitating personal and professional growth to maximise contribution to and quality of service delivery.

To support the personal and professional growth of new, registered and non-registered staff, in order to maximise their contribution to and quality of service delivery.

To participate fully in the implementation of staff personal development plans to facilitate on-going development.

4. Quality / Research and Development

To contribute to the audit of Urogynaecology services and develop a working knowledge of reporting system and quality initiatives within field of Urogynaecology.

Demonstrate research awareness and ability to participate in and regularly support on-going research in nursing / medical practice, clinical trials, medical research and equipment testing.

To work within an ethical and legal framework utilising the NMC code of professional conduct, defined policies, procedures, standards and protocols of the department / organisation to promote safe and effective evidence-based practice and contribute to quality improvement.

To work within the guidance described within the BSUG accreditation statement.

Propose changes within own area of work using evidence-based practice.

Report and investigate when delegated incidents in relation to urogynaecology nurse role and services using the DATIX reporting system.

5. Professional

To always maintain a professional attitude developing the role of the nurse in the best interest of the patient and profession in accordance with Nursing & Midwifery Council Standards and Guidelines.

To be aware of personal and professional development. To attend courses and conferences as recommended and approved by the Lead Urogynaecology nurse

Participate in research projects where appropriate, report findings within a multidisciplinary framework.

Implement research where appropriate.

6. Personnel.

Participate in devising induction programmes for newly appointed staff.

To assist the Department manager in monitoring staff performance when requested.

To assist Lead Urogynaecology nurse in the maintenance of day-to-day discipline within the department.

To inform the Lead nurse / responsible consultant of staff failing to meet the required standard of performance, and taking appropriate action where required.

This job description will be subject to discussion and periodic review and may subsequently be changed by mutual agreement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First level registration, post-registration qualification in urogynaecology or relevant to speciality, First Degree in health-related subject (or equivalent) or be willing to undertake Experience in gynaecological/female urological nursing/continence care at least 3 years, Evidence of continued professional development

Desirable

• Post-registration qualification in urogynaecology / women's health Higher degree in health-related subject (or to undertake within a year of being in post)

Experience

Essential

• Teaching experience, research experience, knowledge of statistics & report writing. Recognised advanced practice assessment skills, including physical assessment; history-taking; electing and recommending appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic interventions Adequate computer literacy skills Ability to deliver informal lectures to a high standard Ability to deliver informal lectures to a high standard Ability to set and monitor standards

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

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

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Person Specification

Education & professional Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse
• Undergraduate degree
• Post registration qualification relevant to specialty

Desirable

• Master's level study or working towards MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice/related subject
• Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification
• Evidence of teaching, mentorship or practice supervisor
• Evidence of recent professional/management/leadership development

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Desirable

• Recognised teaching or mentorship qualification

Experience

Essential

• Substantial post-registration experience in vascular disease
• Substantial post-registration experience in vascular disease.
• Experience providing specialist patient education and counselling
• Able to build rapport and credibility with senior clinical and management colleagues

Desirable

• Experience in running in running nurse led clinic.
• Experience participating in clinical audit, quality improvement and service evaluation
• Proven ability to initiate audits/research and assess evidence.
• Knowledge and experience of clinical governance, health & safety and human resource
• Experience managing complex or challenging patient consultations

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent clinical assessment and decision making skills
• Knowledge of current advances and pathways of care relevant to specialty
• Excellent communication skills and ability to negotiate and influence.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload effectively
• Able to manage stressful situations and challenge decisions to ensure that patient needs are met
• Able to lead, manage and motivate others in complex problem solving and assessment skills

Personal qualities and attributes

Essential

• Highly professional role model, motivated and self-directed
• Organisational skills able to deliver objectives within an agreed time frame
• Ability to work as a team and form professional relationships with colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure. Resilient and able to manage emotionally challenging situations
• Continues to advance their specialist knowledge & understanding
• Flexible and adaptable to changing service needs
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability and professionalism

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free

Pond Street

Hampstead, London

NW2 3QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK

Please note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience at senior level (AFC Band 7 or equivalent), working as an autonomous practitioner on own initiative
• Evidence of high quality, comprehensive, clinical assessment, treatment and decision making skills
• Current evidence recent contribution to audit, research or service development programs
• Effective leadership, influencing and supervisory skills including supervision of junior staff / students and ability to coach / motivate others

Desirable

• Evidence of awareness of local and national issues affecting advanced practice
• Evidence of recent Quality Improvement and Innovation project

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• Degree level Registered Nurse with valid Nursing & Midwifery Council registration or relevant AHP
• Working towards completion of Masters degree in Advanced Practice
• Completed Advanced Physical Assessment and consultation skills, Managing medical conditions/managing the acutely unwell and X-Ray interpretation
• Registered Independent Non-Medical Prescriber
• Relevant teaching / mentor qualification
• ALS provider

Desirable

• MSc in advanced professional Practice
• PG Cert/Diploma in advanced professional practice
• Management or leadership qualification

Personal Attributes & Skills

Essential

• In depth knowledge of the role of the Advanced Clinical Practitioner
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to communicate with patients, the public and all grades of multi-disciplinary staff and outside agencies in a professional manner.
• Good time management and prioritisation skills to enable concentration and working under high pressure in an unpredictable environment. Manages own workload and supports nursing and junior medical staff.
• Analytical and judgement skills in carrying out patient assessments and ability to make a diagnosis based on imaging and pathology results as well as being able to critique own practice.
• Excellent emergency patient assessment and treatment knowledge and skills in relation to invasive and non-invasive diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including but not limited to point of care ultrasound, ECG, catheterisation, venepuncture, cannulation, ABG and IV drug administration, including teaching and ongoing workplace based assessment of others in these skills.
• Ability to critically appraise research to identify and implement best practice. Able to design / support audit programmes relevant to advanced practice in emergency care

Desirable

• Ability to represent advanced nursing practice at Trust, regional or national forums
• Leadership training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Mexborough Montagu Hospital

Adwick Road

Mexborough

S64 0AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.

Certificate of sponsorship

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK.

Please note that from 9th April 2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

• HCPC registration - Podiatry
• MSc in Theory of Podiatric Surgery
• Certificate in local anaesthesia

Desirable

• Member of RCPOD
• Independent prescriber or working towards
• Immediate life support (ILS - updated annually)
• IRMER Certificate

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in other Podiatric Surgery services or departments
• Broad spectrum of clinical experience
• Experience of working with electronic clinical records systems
• Advanced techniques in regional local anaesthesia for the lower limb
• Experience of audit/research
• Working independently and as part of team
• Teaching/Lecturing

Desirable

• Experience of working in or with an orthopaedic department
• Experience of working with other surgical teams

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

Doncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FT

Address

Montagu Hospital

Adwick Road

Mexborough

S64 0AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

As an employer and sponsor licence holder, to be able to provide sponsorship to overseas nationals via the Skilled Workerroute we must ensure that we adhere to the sponsorship requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration.

After carefullyreviewing this role, we do not believe that this position meets the requirements for sponsorship. For details on eligibilitycriteria for a Skilled Worker visa, please follow this link to the gov.uk websiteSkilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK(www.gov.uk)

Person Specification

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

• NMC-Registered General Nurse
• Evidence of recent training

Desirable

• Wound care qualification

Experience and Knowledge Required

Essential

• Experience of working in the community

Desirable

• Experience of lower limb management
• Working knowledge of SystmOne or similar

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• IT Skills

Aptitude and Personal Qualities

Essential

• Flexible approach to working practice
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to use own initiative and work autonomously
• Able to work as part of a team

Other

Essential

• Ability to drive as you will be expected to travel to clinical sites and across the county, to attend meetings/training
• Able to work weekends and bank holidays

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

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Long Eaton Health Centre

Midland Street

Long Eaton

NG10 1RY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

PLEASE NOTE: Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB - this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• City and Guilds NVQ 3 or equivalent in hospitality and catering
• Basic Food Hygiene

Desirable

• Basic Health and Safety

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of work procedures, practices and equipment for a catering service including advanced food hygiene processes
• Previous experience within a catering environment with a range of meals
• Knowledge of portion control and importance of nutrition

Desirable

• Experience of working with the client group relevant to the setting.
• Experience of leading others
• Knowledge and understanding of special dietary and cultural needs, including planning appropriate menus

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills - written/verbal
• Good organisational skills
• Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Derbyshire Community Health Services NHSFT

Address

Staveley Centre

Calver Crescent

Staveley

S43 3LY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dchs.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

Working Pattern: 0.6 WTE working flexibly Monday - Friday between 07:30 - 17:30

Interview Date: 29/10/2026

For further information please contact: Gill Baker, Senior Operations Manager at [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 32 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 34 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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal 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

Please see attached Job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RMN qualification and/or RGN qualification

Desirable

• post preceptership

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working in collaboration with members of a multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• experience or strong desire of working in the community

learning

Essential

• Evidence of further learning about medication side effects and monitoring

Desirable

• Evidence of self directed learning and willingness to take part in further learning

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Benchill Annex

Benchill Community Centre, Benchill Rd, Wythenshawe

Manchester

M22 8EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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