Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description for Skin Cancer Nurse Specialist

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant skin cancer nursing experience
• Evidence of change management and service improvement
• Effective knowledge of research methodology with recent experience at Band 6 or above.

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience in providing nurse led clinics

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of academic study at Masters level.
• RGN level 1.
• Professional knowledge acquired through study at degree level.
• Mentorship course
• Evidence of updating current professional issues
• Demonstrate professional development: NMC requirement

Desirable

• Physical Assessment and Consultant Skills formal qualification
• HOPE facilitator training
• Non-Medical Prescribing
• Counselling qualification

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of skin cancers including current treatments.
• Knowledge of the national strategy for cancer and ability to relate to practice
• Current cancer nursing agenda
• Clinical governance
• Complaints management
• Incident management
• Quality audit and its application
• Risk management
• Best practice in specialty
• Statutory and professional requirements
• Health and safety
• Confidentiality

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Holds full driving license
• Computer literate

Trust Values

Essential

• Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
• Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work.
• Please describe in around 100 words: Describe an example of where you have helped to improve the service of a department.
• Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you had to deliver on a commitment that was difficult for you.

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

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information:Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on theSkilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa

Read about the Health and Care Visa for employing overseas nationals (excluding Irish citizens) under the points-based immigration system.

Person Specification

Communications and interpersonal skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively written, face to face and telephone

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working in a customer care/patient care environment
• Substantial experience in an NHS Administrative role

Desirable

• Understanding of the Trust's Patient Access Policy and its contents
• Experience of working in a supervisory or mentoring role

Skills and Ability

Essential

• Advanced level of IT to include Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to work to deadlines

Desirable

• Ability to plan and delegate within the team and manage day to day workload

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen's Hospital Burton

Belvedere Road

Burton-on-Trent

DE13 0RB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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.

UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AIgenerated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words.

Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipSkilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers

Important visa information: Due to UK Home Office immigration rule changes effective from 22 July 2025, applicants sponsored under Occupation Code 6131 (Nursing Auxiliaries and Assistants) may not be eligible to bring dependants under the Skilled Worker route if their Certificate of Sponsorship is issued on or after this date. Applicants are responsible for understanding how these rules apply to their individual circumstances. The Trust cannot provide immigration advice. Further information is available on the Skilled Worker visa: Your partner and children - GOV.UK

Your application (for shortlisting purposes) is assessed based on the Person Specification in the job advert (below).

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse or Qualified Operating Department Practitioner

Desirable

• Mentorship/Teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

Desirable

• Surgical Experience
• Recovery Experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates professionalism at all times and works effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• Highlights why they would like to work on the Hand Day Case Ward and the skills they will bring

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

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Derby Hospital

Uttoxeter Road

Derby

DE22 3NE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Job Title:Consultant Neuropsychiatrist

Service Line: Neurocognitive services (Male)

Professionally Accountable to:Regional Medical Director for Neuropsychiatry

Managerially Responsible to:Hospital Manager

We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Neuropsychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Afon Las and provide senior medical cover within our neurocognitive service for men

Cygnet Afon Las is a brand-new service scheduled to open in early 2027. Located in Corwen, Denbighshire, the hospital will provide a 15-bed neurocognitive service for men, delivering specialist care and support for individuals with complex needs. The service will accept referrals from the community, as well as from neurosurgical and neurorehabilitation services, offering a clear pathway for assessment, treatment and recovery.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.

And youll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes.

At Cygnet, youll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Cygnet Afon Las
• Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team
• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
• Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits
• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service
• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings
• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required
• Good maintenance of patient records
• To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager
• To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
• Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Contribute to the Telephone On call rota

Why Cygnet? We ll offer you

• Salary up to £170,000 per year (Depending on experience)
• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
• 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
• Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet Portfolio Pathway programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme
• Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives
• Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
• Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
• Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
• Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
• Electric Car Scheme

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
• Experienced & knowledgeable in Neuropsychiatry / Neurocognition
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
• A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
• Committed to continued professional development
• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• A m ember of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

As a national care provider, with a network of professional and high quality services across England, we are able to offer solutions and work in partnership with the NHS, CCGs and local authorities to provide the services they need including emergency and planned admissions. Alongside this we are able to provide robust and quality data and CQUIN reporting.

Our nationwide network of specialist services has grown, and the services we offer are now aligned to 11 distinct service lines:

• Secure services
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Acute and PICU
• Neuropsychiatric Services
• Mental Health Rehabilitation
• Older Adults
• Personality Disorder
• Eating Disorder
• CAMHS
• Deafness and Mental Health
• Learning Disability

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply or [email protected] with any questions!

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Corwen

LL21 9BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Job Title: Medical Director & Consultant Psychiatrist Learning Disabilities

Service & location: Cygnet Manor (Shirebrook, Nottinghamshire) & Cygnet Views (Matlock, Derbyshire)

Professionally Accountable to: Regional Medical Director

Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager

We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Manor & Cygnet Views and provide senior medical cover on our high dependency complex care services for men and women with learning disabilities, associated complex needs and who may have behaviours that challenge.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.

Cygnet Manor is our 20 bed service for men based in Shirebrook, Nottinghamshire and Cygnet views is our 10 bed service for women in Matlock, Derbyshire

This is a full-time position with 0.2 WTE as Medical Director and 0.8 WTE as Consultant Psychiatrist.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialt y Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.

At Cygnet, you'll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties and Responsibilities

As a Medical Director you will:

• Ensure optimal clinical outcomes for the people in our care
• Lead on all aspects of clinical practice & serve as an example of operational excellence
• Provide leadership for medical staff on both professional and managerial issues whilst monitoring their performance
• Supervision of all consultants and ensuring consultants are supervising SDs and ASs
• Provide expert knowledge & support within the service & to the wider team
• Ensure quality & compliance with internal & external standards & regulations
• Work with colleagues to provide integrated, whole person treatment & care
• Coach, mentor & train colleagues
• Ensure regular communication and meetings with medical staff
• Assist in recruitment and retention of medical staff to provide a high quality clinical service
• Ensure that medical staff are involved in hospital clinical governance
• Work in conjunction with hospital managers to lead on the successful implementation of CQC outcomes for 4, 7 and 9
• Chair medical advisory committee meetings and attend Cygnet Medical Directors meetings
• Liaise with Responsible Officer and Regional Medical Director in respect of concerns about fitness to practice issues for medical staff

As a Consultant Psychiatrist you will:

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Cygnet Manor and Cygne t Views
• Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team
• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
• Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits
• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service
• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings
• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required
• Good maintenance of patient records
• To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager
• To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
• Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary up to £175,000 per year (Depending on Experience)
• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service
• 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme
• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group
• Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme
• Opportunity t o lead and part icipate in QI & Audit initiatives
• Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions
• Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations
• Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card
• Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support
• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy
• Electric Car Scheme

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified
• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status
• Experienced & knowledgeable in Learning Disabilities
• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity
• A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes
• Committed to continued professional development
• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

As a national care provider, with a network of professional and high quality services across England, we are able to offer solutions and work in partnership with the NHS, CCGs and local authorities to provide the services they need including emergency and planned admissions. Alongs ide this we are ab le to provide robust and quality data and CQUIN reporting.

Our nationwide network of specialist services has grown, and the services we offer are now aligned to 11 distinct service lines:

• Secure services
• Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Acute and PICU
• Neuropsychiatric Services
• Mental Health Rehabilitation
• Older Adults
• Personality Disorder
• Eating Disorder
• CAMHS
• Deafness and Mental Health
• Learning Disability

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply or email a copy of your CV [email protected]

What next?

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

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

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Shirebrook

NG20 8BA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the supporting job description and person specification which will outline the duties of the role including an indicative job plan.

The successful candidate must be registered with the GMC with a valid licence to practice. For further information please visit the GMC website and click on the Registration and Licensing link.

Non-UK/EEA applicants should ensure they are aware of the recent changes to the Immigration rules. For further information on how this may affect your application visit the UK Government website.

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust promotes Equality of opportunity and Diversity within the workplace.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered (or eligible to be registered) with the GMC with a license to practice
• FRCS or equivalent
• Name on the specialist register or eligible within 6 months of the date of interview

Desirable

• MD or PhD or equivalent

Clinical experience

Essential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner covering the breadth of benign and malignant breast disease including implant-based reconstruction and chest wall perforator flaps
• Training within, and successful completion of, a National (Breast) Oncoplastic Training Interface Group (TIG) Fellowship, or recognised equivalent will be an advantage.

Desirable

• Recent and substantial commitment to the development and delivery of breast services
• Demonstration of innovation in breast surgery

Research

Essential

• Ability to critically assess published research and incorporate it into clinical practice where appropriate

Desirable

• Relevant publications in Peer reviewed journals

Teaching and training

Essential

• Experience of teaching student doctors and resident doctors at all levels

Continuous Professional Development

Essential

• Evidence of participation in CME/CPD in the last 12 months

Desirable

• Maintenance of a CPD diary or portfolio

Management and Administration

Essential

• Evidence of the understanding of the systems and structures of NHS Management

Clinical governance and audit

Essential

• Experience in performing clinical audit

Desirable

• Completion and publication of a substantive audit project or service improvement project.

Personal attributes

Essential

• Demonstrates behaviour consistent with PROUD values
• Good time management skills
• Good oral and written communication 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.

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Hallamshire Hospital

Sheffield

S10 2JF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For all relevant information please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A qualified and appropriately registered social worker, occupational therapist, first level nurse (mental health or learning disability) or
• chartered psychologist.

Do you hold a suitable professional membership?

Essential

• Please confirm you are a qualified and appropriately registered social
• worker, occupational therapist, first level nurse (mental health or learning disability) or chartered psychologist and your registration number.

Experience

Essential

• Please refer to the job description and person specification document that is attached to the advert. Use this to address how your skills and experience meet the criteria outlined for this role.

Do you have current Right to Work in the UK?

Essential

• Please confirm you have current right to work in the UK

Can you confirm that you hold a valid UK driving licence and have access to a car or require an exception under the Equality Act 2010?

Essential

• Please confirm

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

Devon County Council

Address

County Hall

Topsham Road

Exeter

EX2 4QD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.devon.gov.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

Our Healthcare Support Workers (HCSWs) form an essential and well-respected part of our Healthcare teams across a number of dynamic settings; out in the Community, in our acute Hospitals or within our Theatre teams to name just a few.

No previous experience or qualifications are required, just a desire to deliver excellent patient care with the support and guidance of your colleagues. You will quickly become a valued member of the team through our comprehensive training and induction programme and our commitment to learning and development will satisfy even the most ambitious person. Once you have completed your training, and gained the necessary experience you will progress along the salary scale.

If you have previous, related experience and can demonstrate the ability to meet the competencies of the role then you will join further up the salary scale and we will continue to invest in your development as you progress your career with us.

We are recruiting to both fixed term and substantive vacancies, for a minimum of 15 hours per week, up to 37.5 hours per week. If you are not fully flexible with the days/shifts that you are able to work, unfortunately, we will not be able to consider your application at this time. If you are interested in working ad-hoc hours or have restrictions on the days/shifts that you are able to work, please apply directly to NHS Professionals (NHSP): https://www.nhsprofessionals.nhs.uk/joining-nhsp

Our teams are caring, compassionate and inclusive, so whatever your background, you will be made to feel very welcome. More information about the role, training and development and the experiences of our HCSWs is included in the attached document. Read it now and find out for yourself why we are regularly voted as one of the best NHS Trusts to work for.

Please see our video!

At Royal Devon, we believe in compassion, integrity, teamwork, and striving for excellence in everything we do. We would love to hear about your experiences - whether in care or elsewhere - what inspires you to support others - and if there are particular wards or areas you are passionate about.

In your supporting information please include the following;

• Why you would like to become a Healthcare Support Worker
• Highlight any relevant qualifications or experience
• Detail any wards or areas that you would like to work in, or if you are happy to work anywhere.

It is recommended that you use at least 300 words as the detail you provide will be used for shortlisting purposes.

Share your story and help us match you to a role where you will thrive and make a real difference.

Working patterns - We care for our patients around the clock so we will need you to work a range of shift patterns. These range from short shifts, day shifts between 7:30 and 20:00 and 12.5 hour day and night shifts with an hour break in the ward areas. Please do check this at your interview.

Interview date: Interviews will be arranged throughout September.

Working locations: We are recruiting across our services covering the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, our Community Hospitals, and in our community locations in East and West Devon.

More information please click on the attached documents to read more information about the role.

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.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close this 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

Job Description for Paediatric Dietitian

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Supporting Documents

Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant clinical post-registration dietetic experience in a wide range of conditions, including specific experience of working in the acute hospital setting.
• Experience of complex nutrition support practices, including enteral nutrition practices.
• Experience of multi-disciplinary team/agency working.
• Commitment to delivering dietetic student training.

Desirable

• Attended Clinical Supervisory Skills Course
• Experience of training student dietitians
• Experience in paediatric dietetics

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Able to reflect on clinical practice to enhance competency.
• Demonstrates commitment to professional and personal development.
• Confident, enthusiastic, committed, proactive approach.
• Adaptable and flexible and willing to work alternative hours as service need dictates

Desirable

• Appropriate membership to specialist paediatric dietetic interest group/s

Knowledge and Awareness

Essential

• Knowledge of health and safety & confidentiality.

Values

Essential

• Please describe in around 100 words: What Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important
• Please describe in around 100 words: Describe a time when you were under pressure but remained calm, compassionate and focused at work

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc or equivalent degree in Dietetics or Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics
• HCPC Registered Dietitian
• Post registration, accredited training/education in paediatric dietetics

Desirable

• Member of the British Dietetic Association

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Plan and prioritise patient work load and operational workload. Demonstrate excellent time management skills.
• Can demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Assessment and analysis of complex paediatric dietetic problems. Develop appropriate interventions, monitor, evaluate and adapt dietetic treatment as required.
• Able to plan, deliver and evaluate training/education programmes to student dietitians, students from other disciplines and a variety of NHS and non-NHS staff groups.
• Skilled in behavioural change and counselling techniques.
• Computer literate e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Able to work independently and on own initiative
• Car owner and driver and access to own vehicle for work related purposes

Desirable

• Behaviour Change Skills Training Courses

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

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Pogmoor Road

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S75 2EP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

- To support Team Leader with the day to day operational and clinical delivery of the CAMHS Team.

- To deputise in the absence of the Team Leader.

- To work alongside the Team Leader and Clinical Pathway Lead in embedding the clinical pathways within the CAMHS teams.

- To develop relationships and strengthen links and liaise between the different care providers and partner agencies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A qualified/registered mental health Practitioner (Mental Health Nurse/LD Nurse, Social Worker, OT)
• Experience in CAMHS

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working therapeutically in community settings at Band 6
• Experience of CAMHS Clinical Pathways

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of various approaches to mental health assessment for children and young people
• Skills in co-ordinating complex care packages

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

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Dragon Square

Stoke on Trent

ST5 7HL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.combined.nhs.uk/working-together/join-our-team/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: [email protected].

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Level 1 Registered Nurse or Paramedic
• Minor Injuries qualification, Educated to degree level or demonstrable equivalent experience (approx. 3years experience)
• Recognised teaching / assessing course

Experience

Essential

• Service development and / or change management
• Specialist knowledge underpinned by theory and clinical experience
• Audit and Standard setting

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

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Scarborough Hospital

Woodlands Drive

Scarborough

YO12 6QL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To understand the role in more detail, please refer to the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Knowledge Requirements

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate attitudes and behaviours consistent with the Trust expectations
• Flexible and adaptable
• Caring.
• Enthusiastic and well motivated.
• Confidence.
• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrable basic IT skills.
• Demonstrate an ability to assess, plan, deliver, prioritise and evaluate patient care
• Able to respond to problem situations and to ensure that effective interventions are put in place.
• Demonstrate an ability to prioritise own workload and recognise, prioritise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations.
• Able to contribute to the development of implementation and monitoring of local objectives and action plans.
• Dexterity and accuracy in undertaking clinical skills, use of equipment and documentation.
• Competent and capable of using medical equipment.
• Able to undertake patient / non patient handling manoeuvres.

Desirable

• Audit or research within the clinical area.
• Providing staff with feedback on their individual performance and use of the knowledge and skills framework.
• Demonstrate an ability to supervise and support others.
• Demonstrate effective resource management.
• Demonstrate knowledge of current issues related to NHS policies
• Evidence of negotiation and influencing skills.
• Demonstrate evidence of providing formal teaching sessions.
• Demonstration of team working and ability to work within a team.

Qualifications/Academic/Craft/Professional

Essential

• First Level Registered Nurse, with NMC registration
• Suitable teaching qualification / Mentoring Course

Desirable

• Diploma or degree in health / nursing related studies.
• Continuing professional development / reflective profile
• Completion of all local competency packages or has undertaken Working in New Ways Packages relevant to role and specialty
• Formal leadership and management training.

Further Training

Essential

• Mandatory training and updates
• Relevant post basic study e.g. specialist pathway
• Evidence of moving and handling training

Desirable

• Attendance at conferences / study days
• QI / Sherwood6 Change Management Training

Experience

Essential

• Significant post registration experience, including some experience within specialty
• Significant experience at band 5
• Supervision of non registered staff, pre registration and post basic students
• Evidence of ability to mentor
• Ability to manage the clinical area or ward efficiently and effectively
• Demonstrate an understanding of the deputy sister / charge nurse role

Desirable

• Research training / experience.
• Recent or current experience within the specialty.
• Demonstrate an involvement in link nurse, or project work
• Evidence of formal teaching experience
• Experience of leading a team
• Demonstrate leadership skills and ability to effectively lead a team, prioritise workload of self and others, and effective time management skills
• Successful implementation and management of a nursing change process
• Understanding of the role of advocacy

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Enhanced DBS clearance
• NMC registration and revalidation

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

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

King's Mill Hospital

Mansfield Road

Sutton in Ashfield

NG17 4JL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Pharmacist to join the Frome Medical Practice a single site Practice and Primary Care Network with just under 30000 patients who live in the attractive market town of Frome and its surrounding village. You will be working within our team of enthusiastic and highly motivated Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians to support patient care along with the wider team of highly skilled GPs, Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, Physiotherapist and Health Coaches.

Frome Medical Practice is a recognised Learning Organisation with a strong focus on education and development our Medicines Management Team have supported a PreRegistration Pharmacy Technician to qualification, and are hoping to soon welcome Foundation Trainee Pharmacists to our team too. We are based in a fantastic purpose-built centre and are colocated with adult mental health services, district nurses, and independent pharmacy, with our local community hospital next door. We are national award winners for our work in sustainability and Green Impact initiatives, our Medicines Management Team won the national Greener PCPA Award in 2024. We have been part of the PCN Pilot Programme working with NHSE which provides exciting opportunities to shape and develop clinical pathways.

As part of our Medicines Management Team, you will be responsible for optimising and ensuring the safety of our patients medication through medication reviews, chronic disease reviews, repeat prescribing, and medicines management following discharge from hospital. You will support the practice in achieving annual QOF and IIF targets, ICB prescribing incentive measures and conducting audits/quality improvement projects. You will be on a rotation as duty pharmacist, managing daily queries and urgent prescription requests, and would be expected to work one evening clinic per month. You would be part of a group of pharmacists and GPs who are keen to develop new services and enjoy project working alongside routine clinics. Recent examples include piloting an MDT for medication reviews for housebound patients, and a Cardiovascular Kidney Metabolic pharmacist chronic disease clinic.

Main responsibilities

Playing a key role in our Medicines Management Team to ensure medicines management optimisation and safety. This will include multidisciplinary working with other clinical teams.

Undertaking structured medication reviews and chronic disease reviews with patient face to face and on the telephone, making autonomous decisions about patients medication and treatment plans.

Championing the reduction of problematic polypharmacy, which is one our key outcomes as a Green Impact Practice.

Reviewing and actioning any necessary changes to repeat prescribing and medicines management policies.

Managing repeat prescribing process.

Reconciling medicines following discharge from hospital, intermediate care and into care homes.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of planning, management, monitoring, advising and reviewing general medicine optimisation issues in core areas for long term conditions
• Experience of medication reviews
• Experience in the management of chronic disease
• Previous NHS Primary Care Experience

Personal qualities & attributes

Essential

• Able to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills

Skills & knowledge

Essential

• Problem solving
• Knowledge of IT systems

Qualifications

Essential

• Registration with the GPhC
• A degree in Pharmacy

Desirable

• Non-medical prescriber qualification, or working towards this

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

Frome Medical Practice

Address

Enos Way

Frome

Somerset

BA11 2FH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This will be as per specific job plan and outlined in consultant candidate pack. Please refer to job description attached.

Person Specification

Education / Experience

Essential

• GMC Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT from the date of interview / Completion of CESR or completion within 6 months
• Completed recognised training in Emergency Medicine or equivalent experience/ Training ALS/ATLS/APLS or equivalent

Desirable

• Higher Medical Degree

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

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust

Address

New Cross Hospital

Wolverhampton Road

Wolverhampton

WV10 0QP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.royalwolverhampton.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

Qualifications

Essential

• Full Registration with the GMC
• Inclusion on the GMC Specialist Register for Older Adult Psychiatry or a trainee within six months of completing their CCT

Desirable

• MRC Psych or equivalent higher qualification.
• Higher Specialist Training in Older Adult Psychiatry (e.g. SpR scheme)
• MD, Management qualification, other professional qualification (e.g. CBT, PSI, CAT)

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience within Older Adult Psychiatry
• Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings
• Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance

Desirable

• Prior experience working as a Consultant Evidence of development of special interest (especially Liaison Psychiatry)
• Proven commitment to improving the quality of clinical care
• Other special interest/expertise relevant to the post

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• All applicants to have demonstrable skills in written and spoken English adequate to enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues demonstrated by one of the following: oThat applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English oHave achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7.5, Speaking 7.5, Reading 7.5, and Writing 7.5 If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples, they must provide supporting evidence demonstrated by one of the following: oThat applicants have undertaken undergraduate medical training in English oHave achieved the following scores in the academic International English Language Testing System (IELTS) in a single sitting within 24 months at time of application - Overall 7.5, Speaking 7.5, Reading 7.5, and Writing 7.5 If applicants believe they have adequate communication skills but do not fit into one of these examples, they must provide supporting evidence.
• Clinical supervision experience/skills. The attitude and potential to develop a leadership role within the service with special emphasis on leading on quality and clinical standards and engaging in service improvement
• Ability to undertake training/mentoring of medical staff in junior grades and enthusiasm for education

Further Training

Essential

• Knowledge of research processes
• Committed to Continuing Professional Development

Desirable

• Sound knowledge of NHS management structures and systems

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Approved or eligible for approval under Section 12(2) of MHA 1983 and eligible for approval as AC
• Able to travel between hospital sites and work within the community. Ensuring that you are able to your commitments and respond to emergencies in an appropriate and timely manner
• Occupational health clearance for the role specified
• Eligibility to reside and work in the UK
• Satisfactory DBS clearance.

Desirable

• oAccess to transport and the ability to travel within the required geographical area.

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 6BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.rdash.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

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse
• Current professional registration
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Risk assessment and management training
• Safeguarding Level 3
• Menorship qualification

Desirable

• Therapies skills training/ qualification
• Psychosocial interventions
• Suicide prevention training
• STORM
• Supervision training

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience of working in Mental health settings
• Demonstrable experience of case managing people presenting in mental health crisis
• Substantial experience of leading in risk assessment and risk management planning
• Co-producing care plans and crisis plans alongside client and families
• Multi-agency working
• Experience of working across service boundaries with local authorities, voluntary sector and peer support services
• Involving service users and carers in care delivery

Desirable

• Experience of working within a crisis service
• Experience of acute inpatient experience
• Working with service users and carers in service improvement
• Values based recruitment

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent knowledge of mental illness, signs and symptoms
• Excellent mental health assessment and risk assessment skills
• Excellent Knowledge of a range of evidence based treatments and therapies relevant to service
• Excellent knowledge around harm minimisation
• Understanding of self-harming behaviours and the management of this
• Experience of working with trauma and a high degree of knowledge
• Models of care relevant to working with people in mental health crisis
• A sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act
• A sound knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act
• Knowledge of the current policy and guidance in relation to the development of Mental Health Services
• Excellent knowledge of community resources both statutory and non- statutory
• Detailed understanding of the principles of recovery
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Family education training
• Care Act
• Self-harming intervention
• Mood masters
• Experience of working within Trauma informed services

Skills

Essential

• Assessing, formulating and working with people presenting in heightened state of distress
• Clinical risk assessment and contingency planning
• Excellent defensible record keeping
• Brief psychological interventions/strategies for managing crisis
• Self-harm / harm minimisation skills
• Ability to manage high expressed emotions and severely challenging behaviours
• Ability to provide appropriate education and training to qualified and unqualified staff as appropriate
• Communicating (oral and written) complex/highly technical and clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS
• Ability to understand the importance of relatives and partners involvement in care and risk assessment and management planning
• Ability to undertake a full range of physical interventions e.g. moving and handling and reducing restrictive interventions
• Ability to demonstrate effective time management and disciplined self-organisation
• Ability to value diversity and respond constructively to discriminatory behaviour
• Ability to deal with verbal aggression
• To have excellent engagement abilities
• To poses an interest in individuals and a passion for delivering high quality services
• To work as part of an MDT

Desirable

• Mood masters

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

Onyx Centre

Tickhill Road Site

Doncaster

DN4 8QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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