Job summary

Please note that unfortunately due to UKVI rules, this role is not eligible for sponsorship for a skilled worker visa.

Are you an organised, customer-focused administrator with excellent attention to detail? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where your work makes a real difference to colleagues and services across the organisation?

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and proactive HR Services Administrator to join our HR team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting recruitment, contractual changes, employee records management and workforce administration across the Trust

Main duties of the job

As a HR Services Administrator, you will provide a comprehensive and efficient administration service, supporting managers and employees throughout the employee lifecycle. You will be responsible for coordinating recruitment activity, processing contractual changes, maintaining accurate workforce data and ensuring compliance with NHS employment checks and safer recruitment standards.

Working closely with managers and colleagues across the Trust, you will:

• Coordinate recruitment campaigns from advert to appointment.
• Prepare interview documentation and candidate correspondence.
• Undertake pre-employment checks in line with NHS Employment Check Standards
• Issue offers of employment and contracts.
• Maintain accurate records on ESR and other HR systems.
• Support payroll-related employee changes and workforce administration.
• Respond to queries from managers, employees and external applicants.
• Contribute to service improvements and the delivery of a professional, customer-focused HR service.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

*Please Note - applications from candidates who applied in the recent recruitment round will not be reconsidered and therefore need not re apply*

The role of a Materials Management Assistant is to ensure that an effective and efficient procurement service in regard to the ordering and replenishment of agreed consumable stock throughout the organisation(s) is provided to all end-users, making sure that all goods are ordered and received in a timely manner.

Main duties of the job

To provide internal supply chain services (materials management) using electronic receipts system and bar code data capture system;

Unpack and check items against delivery records and take corrective action where necessary (whilst maintaining audit records);

Provide a materials management service to purchase regular stock and non stock items to meet ward/department requirements

Ensuring stock rotation and replenishing products in accordance with agreed procedures;

Ensuring stock levels are maintained and goods are put away in a timely manner on receipt;

To ensure all designated stock is managed and replenished to the agreed level using a hand held bar code scanner, raising stock and non stock requisitions;

Unpack, check and book in deliveries;

Liaise with internal staff and external suppliers on stock management;

Investigate and solve delivery and payment issues;

Produce stock reports/data analysis to advise ward/department managers and finance staff on purchasing patterns/costs;

Process purchase orders and recommend sources of supply/savings to customers.

Respond to FSN (Field Safety Notices) received via logistic leads.

Deputise for the Logistics Supervisor when required.

About us

Please note that this is a rotational position. The successful candidate will be required to work agile and flexibly across multiple hospital sites for planned periods and will receive appropriate training and support for the systems, processes and working practices at each location. Health Procurement Liverpool (HPL) is a single shared procurement service for:Alder Hey Children's Hospital;Clatterbridge Cancer Centre;Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital;The Walton Centre. HPL was established in April 2021 and is hosted by The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust. Each of the organisations named above is an equal partner in the service and is responsible for the strategic direction of the function. HPL is fully accountable to all organisations and trust boards. The HPL vision is to develop a world class health procurement alliance, which creates opportunities, delivers excellence, embraces innovation and maximises value to patient care, whilst ensuring financial sustainability. Staff will be required to work agile and flexibly across multiple hospital sites (whereappropriate).

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to start your career within training and development at The Walton Centre! As an Education Administrator, you will have the opportunity to complete a Level 3 Learning & Development Practitioner Apprenticeship, whilst working in a busy Training & Development Office, supporting the administration of the function and developing your skills in facilitation and delivery.

You will learn all aspects of the Training & Development function at a specialist Trust, renowned for the support and development of its staff and will work in an established and supportive Team.

Main duties of the job

The Education Administrator will play an integral role within the integrated Education Department, primarily supporting Training & Development, in particular the vocational learning element of the function and ensuring that a consistent and effective approach is taken to administration across the Team, as well as providing administrative support to the core T&D function. The post holder will become confident in developing and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Adhering to and maintaining robust administrative procedures, particularly in relation to the Trust study leave process, the Education Administrator will ensure all policies and procedures are followed and that study leave applications are processed in a timely and effective manner.Supporting the Vocational Learning Coordinator in relation to the administration of work experience programmes, pre-employment and apprenticeships as well as study leave for existing staff, the Education Administrator will develop a full understanding of the development of employees at all levels.

Contributing to the running of the Education Centre, the Apprentice Education Administrator will support with facilities enquiries and the provision of an effective service for internal and external customers. Excellent organisation skills and the ability to prioritise effectively will enable the post holder to manage a varied workload.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

Theatre Recovery PractitionerBand 6Permanent30.5 hours per week plus on call commitment

Part time

Applicants must have a minimum of three years' experience in Recovery or a comparable setting, such as Intensive Care (ITU), to be considered for this position.

Aintree site has 20 operating theatres across four departments which cover a wide variety of surgical specialties. Liverpool University Foundation Hospital is part of the Major Trauma Centre Collaborative (MTCC), a partnership between Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust and is the regional Major Trauma Centre for the North West, providing the full range of services and clinical expertise for patients who are severely injured from all areas of the region.

The departments include:

• Main A theatre consisting of 7 Theatres, Recovery and Surgical Forward Wait
• Main B Theatre consisting of 5 Theatres, Recovery and Surgical Forward Wait
• Main C Theatre, Recovery and Surgical Forward Wait areElective Care Centre Theatres - consisting of 4 Theatres, 2 Treatment Rooms, Recovery, Day Ward and Surgical Forward Wait

**Please note,this vacancy may close early once sufficient applications have been received**

Main duties of the job

The Recovery and Surgical Forward Wait department offers a dynamic, supportive environment with varied workloads, challenges, and development opportunities. We seek passionate practitioners committed to teaching, career progression, and delivering excellent patient care. Applicants must be flexible to workdays, weekends, bank holidays, and rotate across four recovery areas to meet service needs and gain essential skills.

Ideal candidates will have knowledge of theatre procedures, a professional portfolio demonstrating CPD, and experience in multi-professional working, mentorship, change implementation, and leadership. Key skills include shift coordination, delegation, rota planning, HR awareness, and implementing learning from incidents. Strong communication and motivational abilities are essential, along with resilience under pressure and prioritisation skills.

Applicants should demonstrate leadership, teamwork, HR and change management, clinical governance, and incident management knowledge. Desirable attributes include workforce planning awareness and understanding of NHS policy. Additional requirements: safeguarding knowledge, IT proficiency, ability to manage complex situations, and a flexible, proactive approach to role and shift patterns.

For full details, please refer to the attached Job Description

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.

UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.

For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.

Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.

For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

287-ASUR-148-26

Job locations

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane, Fazakerley

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To lead a Theatre Recovery team in providing perioperative patient care.

CLINICALPerform comprehensive assessment of peri-operative patient care needs, plan,implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health care needs /technology and varying levels of complexity.Collect, evaluate and report information, maintaining accurate patient records to enableeffective care delivery.Involve the multidisciplinary team and where possible patients and carers/relatives in theplanning and delivery of care.Work collaboratively with other professionals and departments to ensure patient needsare met, especially with regard to efficient enhancement of the patient journey within thespeciality.Establish and maintain effective communication with multi- disciplinary team, patientsand carers/relatives.Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations,Treat all information regarding clients and patients as confidential.

MANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIPAct as an effective role modelExpedite excellent organisational skills and demonstrate leading a team and co-ordinating the recovery area ensuring an optimal level of responsibility and safety.Deputise for the Theatre Recovery Manager/ Speciality Lead in their absence.Accept delegated line management responsibilities of other team members includingperformance development reviews and provide counselling & support where necessary.Support the Theatre Recovery Manager to maximise best use of clinical resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, and the patient's journey.Participate in the recruitment process of the recovery service.Promotes innovation and the development of services within the speciality area and assist the Theatre Recovery Manager /Speciality Lead to implement change.Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources: reportingfluctuations and developments in a timely manner.Monitor health, safety and security of self and others.Promote best practice in the theatre area.Clinical Governance / QualityAssist as required in departmental audit.Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others;participate in the development of the same.Continually monitor standards of care and participate in leading the improvement of care,through benchmarking, audit and research,Support patient and public involvement activities in the theatre area as appropriate, leadingto service improvement.Ensure compliance with untoward incident reporting & near misses.Promote people's equality, diversity and rights.Assist the Theatre Recovery Manager in the effective use and monitoring the quality of supplies Iequipment.Education and training developmentParticipate with the theatre-training department in providing education and developmentopportunities for a theatre team.Develop own clinical knowledge and participate in the development of others. (KSFDimension Level)Ensure own compliance and compliance of others regarding mandatory training andprofessional development requirements. Assist the Theatre Recovery Manager and Speciality Lead in facilitating an environment that provides staff with a range of education and training development opportunities.Act as a mentor / assessor to theatre recovery learners

Job description Job responsibilities To lead a Theatre Recovery team in providing perioperative patient care. CLINICALPerform comprehensive assessment of peri-operative patient care needs, plan,implement and evaluate care delivery according to changing health care needs /technology and varying levels of complexity.Collect, evaluate and report information, maintaining accurate patient records to enableeffective care delivery.Involve the multidisciplinary team and where possible patients and carers/relatives in theplanning and delivery of care.Work collaboratively with other professionals and departments to ensure patient needsare met, especially with regard to efficient enhancement of the patient journey within thespeciality.Establish and maintain effective communication with multi- disciplinary team, patientsand carers/relatives.Recognise and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations,Treat all information regarding clients and patients as confidential. MANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIPAct as an effective role modelExpedite excellent organisational skills and demonstrate leading a team and co-ordinating the recovery area ensuring an optimal level of responsibility and safety.Deputise for the Theatre Recovery Manager/ Speciality Lead in their absence.Accept delegated line management responsibilities of other team members includingperformance development reviews and provide counselling & support where necessary.Support the Theatre Recovery Manager to maximise best use of clinical resources, implementing best practice in patient flow, and the patient's journey.Participate in the recruitment process of the recovery service.Promotes innovation and the development of services within the speciality area and assist the Theatre Recovery Manager /Speciality Lead to implement change.Ensure the effective and efficient use of physical and financial resources: reportingfluctuations and developments in a timely manner.Monitor health, safety and security of self and others.Promote best practice in the theatre area.Clinical Governance / QualityAssist as required in departmental audit.Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and clinical guidelines for self and others;participate in the development of the same.Continually monitor standards of care and participate in leading the improvement of care,through benchmarking, audit and research,Support patient and public involvement activities in the theatre area as appropriate, leadingto service improvement.Ensure compliance with untoward incident reporting & near misses.Promote people's equality, diversity and rights.Assist the Theatre Recovery Manager in the effective use and monitoring the quality of supplies Iequipment.Education and training developmentParticipate with the theatre-training department in providing education and developmentopportunities for a theatre team.Develop own clinical knowledge and participate in the development of others. (KSFDimension Level)Ensure own compliance and compliance of others regarding mandatory training andprofessional development requirements. Assist the Theatre Recovery Manager and Speciality Lead in facilitating an environment that provides staff with a range of education and training development opportunities.Act as a mentor / assessor to theatre recovery learners

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN/Diploma
• Post-registration qualification /equivalent in recovery/critical care nursing

Experience

Essential

• Teaching / mentoring and assessing
• Broad range of clinical experience
• Participated in quality/service development
• Participation in staff management

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic knowledge of financial management in the clinical area
• Knowledge of professional and NHS issues.

Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying understanding and relatives as appropriate
• Able to present written information in a logical manner
• Excellent observation skills
• Ability to implement! manage change
• Effective leadership skills
• Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships
• Able to manage own workload, co-ordinate the work of others
• Able to support and supervise others
• Able to work without supervision
• Able to lead and manage difficult! emergency situations effectively
• Able to impart knowledge and skills in the clinical setting
• Basic IT skills in word processing and spreadsheets

Other

Essential

• Empathy for patients and their relatives
• Assertive , confident, approachable, and diplomatic

Person Specification Qualifications Essential RGN/Diploma Post-registration qualification /equivalent in recovery/critical care nursing Experience Essential Teaching / mentoring and assessing Broad range of clinical experience Participated in quality/service development Participation in staff management Knowledge Essential Basic knowledge of financial management in the clinical area Knowledge of professional and NHS issues. Skills Essential Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying understanding and relatives as appropriate Able to present written information in a logical manner Excellent observation skills Ability to implement! manage change Effective leadership skills Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships Able to manage own workload, co-ordinate the work of others Able to support and supervise others Able to work without supervision Able to lead and manage difficult! emergency situations effectively Able to impart knowledge and skills in the clinical setting Basic IT skills in word processing and spreadsheets Other Essential Empathy for patients and their relatives Assertive , confident, approachable, and diplomatic

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane, Fazakerley

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aintree University Hospital

Lower Lane, Fazakerley

Liverpool

L9 7AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

SMART stands for surgical and medical acute response team. The SMART nurse will work within the existing team and be a clinically credible nurse who is proficient and experienced in looking after the critically ill and deteriorating patient. They will have a thorough understanding of what track, trigger, respond and escalate entails within the scope of the deteriorating patient. They will also form part of the cardiac arrest team and become an ALS provider.On a daily basis the SMART nurse will review known patients and assess new patients in a time appropriate manner who are considered at risk by the MDT who express a clinical concern or those patients who trigger via the use of NEWS2.The SMART nurse will receive and triage calls through the bleep system carrying out tasks within own scope of practice where possible. The band 7 role will be pivitol in providing safe care in hospital at night and will become the unit bleep holder and assist in bed management overnight. They will provide both clinical and managerial leadership and support the rest of the team. The role covers a 24hour service 7 days a week by rotating onto days and nights and the willingness to be flexible is essential to ensure the service can be delivered.

Main duties of the job

To perform physical examination and assessment utilising the A-E approach to formulate an appropriate care plan.Utilise None-medical prescribing qualifications or PGD's to manage patients.To be a non-medical clinical imaging referrer.To provide ongoing assessment and follow up of all level 2/3 critical care discharged patients.To review daily the weaning progress and formulate a plan of care with the tracheostomy daily MDT and provide support and education to staff looking after these patients.To form part of the hospital resuscitation teamTo be proficient in the safe inter/intra hospital transfer of acutely unwell, critically ill or tracheostomy patientsTo understand their scope of practice and be able to seek expert advice and assistance when required and escalate patients in a time appropriate manner.To act as a mentor and role model to the MDT and disseminate progress with senior members of staff.

To provide senior managerial cover for the hospital at night carrying the unit manager and bed bleeps

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

160-8276019

Job locations

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specificationdocument for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description and person specificationdocument for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN qualification
• ILS
• Willingness to undertake ALS
• MSc or working towards

Desirable

• Critical care post graduate course
• ALS
• advanced clinical assessment and diagnostics level 7
• v300 independent nurse prescriber

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• significant and specialist post registration experience in treating patients with acute conditions/critically ill/deteriorating
• Extensive knowledge and managerial experience
• excellent communication skills including ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an appropriate manner in challenging situations
• advanced decision making
• ability to manage complex and operational situations that involve staff from all levels within the organisation
• Critical care experience or experienced with level one care

Desirable

• Critical care experience level 2 or 3
• bed management experience
• Experience and knowledge in caring for neuroscience patients

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Advanced effective leadership skills
• teaching and assessing skills
• evidence of applying current research to practice
• expert venepuncture /cannulation
• experience managing patients with tracheostomies
• Can demonstrate that they are able to perform accurate history taking, clinical assessment and suggest appropriate diagnostic tests.
• can work as autonomous practitioner or as part of team
• proven oral and written communication skills
• IT competent
• ability to manage difficult situations and prioritise workload accordingly
• ability to adapt to NHS and trust service developments and new nursing theories for use in the clinical area
• Use and knowledge of PGD's
• Extensive experience of working as a collaborate in an MDT environment
• Highly motivated individual willing to learn and develop the service and support others in doing so.
• Extensive knowledge and managerial experience
• Act as a mentor and participate in education and training

Desirable

• v300 independent nurse prescriber
• ultra sound skills for venepuncture and line placement
• demonstrates commitment through involvement in trust wide initiatives/committees
• Ability to perform advanced clinical procedures
• Experience in the post-operative recovery process for discharge of patients from POCU

Personal Qualities

Essential

• ability to adapt to changing needs of the service
• to be able to lead and drive change
• to be able to mentor and nurture individuals
• assertive / enthusiastic / committed to service
• motivated and able to motivate others approachable / caring
• flexible adaptable and confident

Other

Essential

• ability to work long days, weekends and nights
• be prepared to work flexibly across a range of shift patterns across the trust to meet needs of service

Person Specification Qualifications Essential RN qualification ILS Willingness to undertake ALS MSc or working towards Desirable Critical care post graduate course ALS advanced clinical assessment and diagnostics level 7 v300 independent nurse prescriber Knowledge & Experience Essential significant and specialist post registration experience in treating patients with acute conditions/critically ill/deteriorating Extensive knowledge and managerial experience excellent communication skills including ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an appropriate manner in challenging situations advanced decision making ability to manage complex and operational situations that involve staff from all levels within the organisation Critical care experience or experienced with level one care Desirable Critical care experience level 2 or 3 bed management experience Experience and knowledge in caring for neuroscience patients Skills and Attributes Essential Advanced effective leadership skills teaching and assessing skills evidence of applying current research to practice expert venepuncture /cannulation experience managing patients with tracheostomies Can demonstrate that they are able to perform accurate history taking, clinical assessment and suggest appropriate diagnostic tests. can work as autonomous practitioner or as part of team proven oral and written communication skills IT competent ability to manage difficult situations and prioritise workload accordingly ability to adapt to NHS and trust service developments and new nursing theories for use in the clinical area Use and knowledge of PGD's Extensive experience of working as a collaborate in an MDT environment Highly motivated individual willing to learn and develop the service and support others in doing so. Extensive knowledge and managerial experience Act as a mentor and participate in education and training Desirable v300 independent nurse prescriber ultra sound skills for venepuncture and line placement demonstrates commitment through involvement in trust wide initiatives/committees Ability to perform advanced clinical procedures Experience in the post-operative recovery process for discharge of patients from POCU Personal Qualities Essential ability to adapt to changing needs of the service to be able to lead and drive change to be able to mentor and nurture individuals assertive / enthusiastic / committed to service motivated and able to motivate others approachable / caring flexible adaptable and confident Other Essential ability to work long days, weekends and nights be prepared to work flexibly across a range of shift patterns across the trust to meet needs of service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

*Please note that due UKVI rules, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship any employees at Band 2.*

Under the supervision of a registered nurse assisting the Ward / Department team in providing the highest possible standard of care for patients and their families/carer. The post holder will undertake a range of tasks and duties as delegated by a registered nurse.

The post is advertised at Band 3, however applicants who do not yet meet all Band 3 competencies may be appointed at Band 2 on a developmental basis. The Trust will support successful candidates appointed at Band 2 to achieve the required competencies, with progression to Band 3 once these are met.

Competencies must be achieved within a maximum of 6 months.

Please do not apply if you are unable to meet the required shift patterns including night shifts and bank holiday cover.

Main duties of the job

• Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takesmeasures to overcome communication difficulties
• Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour
• General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions, and operation beds.
• Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol.
• Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas.
• Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy
• Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved.
• Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy.
• Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in theadmission process.
• Attend induction course and complete orientation programme in order to achieve core competencies
• Participate in orientation, support and instruction of new and less experienced staff.
• Acknowledge limitations of knowledge and clinical skills
• Seek appropriate advice and support

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

Lipton ward is 1 of only 3 neuro trauma Hyper acute wards in the country, working closely and collaboratively with the wider multi-disciplinary team.

The post holder is responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. The post holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision and may be required to demonstrate procedures to and supervise qualified and unqualified staff. The post holder may occasionally have to take charge of a ward in the absence of the person who has continuing responsibility.

Main duties of the job

o Participate in the training of other nursing staff, including basic and post basic learners in consultation with Sister/Charge Nurse wherever applicable.

o Control and co-ordinate activities of the ward team in the absence of Ward Sister/Charge Nurse.

o Be aware of, and adhere to, all the Trust policies and procedures and standards of care.

o Maintain high standards of nursing care and review these standards with the Ward Manager.

o Participate as a named nurse for a small group of patients.

o Assist subordinate staff to understand their role in the unit team.

o Be aware of the economic use of ward equipment and stores.

o Ensure adequate security, administration, proper use and recording of dangerous drugs in accordance with hospital policy.

o Ensure up to date knowledge of new equipment being used.

o Furthering own professional development by ensuring that own clinical and professional knowledge is widened and enriched by attending study days and seminars as arranged through the in-service training officers.

o Ensure confidentiality at all times. The post holder's attention is drawn to the Data Protection Act 1984.

• Ensure that the Control of Infection Guidelines are adhered to at all times

See Job Description for full requirements

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

Two posts available: One post will start on 3rd February 2027, one post will start on 4th August 2027. Please indicate in your application form which post you are applying for.

Applications are invited form suitably qualified doctors for the post. The Functional team includes 2 Consultants, 2 Clinical fellow, 1 Specialist registrars,1 Research fellow 4 Specialist Nurses (Neuromodulation and Movement Disorders), 2 physiotherapist and 1 OT. The Functional fellow will participate in the MDT in the different areas of the functional service (Pain, Movement Disorders, Epilepsy) and will cover Mrs D. Bhargava and Mr Osman Farah clinics. Other Specialist functional clinics covered by the fellow include Pump/spasticity clinic, neuromodulation clinic and DBS/movement disorder clinic.

This is a post that offers one year training in Functional Neurosurgery including Surgery for Movement Disorders, Complex Epilepsy, Chronic Pain, Spasticity and resection in eloquent areas. The post will be suitable for trainees nearing completion of their neurosurgical training and seeking to develop a sub-specialist interest in Functional Neurosurgery and complex epilepsy.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will have a commitment to the on-call rota. This post is RCSEng Senior Clinical fellowship scheme recognised.The fellow in Functional Neurosurgery will participate in the neurosurgical specialist registrar "on-call" rota. The Trust currently has a 2 tier system for the on-call, the 1st on-call are the more junior trainees and the 2nd on-call the more senior trainees. The amount of time dedicated to the functional syllabus will depend on the tier on call - if on the second tier then the 1:8 on call will occupy approximately 20% of the individuals working week leaving 80% for functional work; if on the first tier then these figures are 40% and 60%. If the applicant has a completed CCT then he/she can expect to be on the second tier, but this will be assessed by the Clinical Director following appointment.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

The Ward housekeeper will work as an essential part of the ward team under the direction/guidance of the Sister/Charge Nurse or his/her nominated deputy. The focus of the role is to support the nursing team with non-clinical tasks, ensure the cleanliness of the clinical areas of the department is maintained to a very high level and help maintain a safe, clean, comfortable environment for patients.

Main duties of the job

Being courteous and helpful to patients, families, colleagues and all users and visitors to the ward.

Provide refreshments to patients and families where appropriate.

Support ward team by underlying tasks to enhance patient care i.e. collection of laundry, pharmacy, etc.

Ensuring the bed space is prepared for the arrival of a new admission to the ward i.e. checking the area is clean, rubbish removed etc.

Maintain a safe environment in conjunction with other staff

Report any damaged equipment and required maintenance repairs to estates.

Ensure required equipment is available for use and support ward staff in sourcing temporary required equipment if other is unavailable

Ensure store rooms are clean and tidy and equipment/stock is appropriately stored

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

The Band 7 post will provide clinical and operational leadership within the nurse-led Pre-Operative Assessment Service, ensuring the delivery of a safe, effective and responsive service for patients awaiting elective surgery. The post will oversee the coordination of daily activity, support the assessment and optimisation of complex patients, and provide clinical supervision and leadership to the nursing team.

The post will play a key role in workforce planning, service development, clinical governance and quality improvement, identifying opportunities to improve patient pathways, reduce avoidable cancellations and delays, and maximise effective use of theatre capacity.

The post will work collaboratively with surgical, anaesthetic, nursing and operational teams to ensure patients progress safely and efficiently through the elective pathway, while supporting delivery of organisational and national performance requirements.

Main duties of the job

Lead and coordinate the day-to-day delivery of the nurse-led Pre-Operative Assessment Service.Provide senior clinical assessment and decision-making for complex patients, including identification of clinical risks and appropriate escalation.Ensure patients are appropriately assessed, investigated and optimised prior to surgery.Work closely with anaesthetic, surgical, nursing and multidisciplinary teams to support timely patient progression through the elective pathway.Provide clinical leadership, supervision, support and development for the Pre-Operative Assessment team.Manage workload, staffing and capacity to ensure service demands are met safely and effectively.Monitor activity, waiting times, cancellations and service performance, identifying and implementing improvements.Lead service development and quality improvement initiatives to improve patient pathways, efficiency and patient experience.Support clinical governance, audit, risk management, incident review and compliance with relevant policies and standards.Identify opportunities to improve skill mix, clinic utilisation and processes to maximise substantive capacity and reduce reliance on WLI.Contribute to workforce planning, recruitment, induction and performance management within the service.Promote evidence-based practice and ensure consistent standards of Pre-Operative Assessment across the service.Support delivery of organisational and national elective care and waiting-list performance requirements.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Details

Date posted

01 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year Per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

160-8221757

Job locations

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will provide clinical and operational leadership for the generic nurse-led Pre-Operative Assessment (POA) Service at The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust.

The role is responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of the service, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based pre-operative care for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures and interventions.

The post holder will work autonomously to undertake comprehensive pre-operative assessments, including detailed medical, surgical and anaesthetic histories, clinical examination and appropriate investigations in line with national guidance. They will interpret clinical findings, identify and manage risk, initiate appropriate referrals and liaise with anaesthetic, surgical, pharmacy and wider multidisciplinary teams to determine patients fitness to proceed with surgery.

The role will ensure appropriate follow-up of investigations and referrals and identify any additional communication, cultural, social or specialist support requirements.

The post holder will provide effective clinical and operational leadership to the POA team, including workforce planning, rota management, recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, performance and attendance management, competency development and education. They will act as a clinical role model and support the development of staff through teaching, supervision and evidence-based practice.

A key responsibility will be the continued development and optimisation of the POA pathway, including implementation of appropriate IT systems and processes to support safe and efficient service delivery. The post holder will monitor activity, quality and key performance indicators, undertake audit, manage incidents and contribute to clinical governance and service improvement.

The role will work collaboratively across surgical, anaesthetic, medical and nursing teams to ensure effective patient flow and timely progression to surgery. The post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of Trust policies, national standards and evidence-based practice, ensuring the service remains responsive to changing patient and organisational needs.

The post holder will maintain specialist knowledge of neurosurgical procedures and interventions and undertake ongoing professional development through clinical supervision, appraisal, education, networking, audit and research. They will support relevant research and audit programmes and identify opportunities to improve patient safety, experience and outcomes within the pre-operative pathway.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will provide clinical and operational leadership for the generic nurse-led Pre-Operative Assessment (POA) Service at The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust. The role is responsible for the development, implementation and ongoing improvement of the service, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based pre-operative care for patients undergoing neurosurgical procedures and interventions. The post holder will work autonomously to undertake comprehensive pre-operative assessments, including detailed medical, surgical and anaesthetic histories, clinical examination and appropriate investigations in line with national guidance. They will interpret clinical findings, identify and manage risk, initiate appropriate referrals and liaise with anaesthetic, surgical, pharmacy and wider multidisciplinary teams to determine patients fitness to proceed with surgery. The role will ensure appropriate follow-up of investigations and referrals and identify any additional communication, cultural, social or specialist support requirements. The post holder will provide effective clinical and operational leadership to the POA team, including workforce planning, rota management, recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, performance and attendance management, competency development and education. They will act as a clinical role model and support the development of staff through teaching, supervision and evidence-based practice. A key responsibility will be the continued development and optimisation of the POA pathway, including implementation of appropriate IT systems and processes to support safe and efficient service delivery. The post holder will monitor activity, quality and key performance indicators, undertake audit, manage incidents and contribute to clinical governance and service improvement. The role will work collaboratively across surgical, anaesthetic, medical and nursing teams to ensure effective patient flow and timely progression to surgery. The post holder will contribute to the development and implementation of Trust policies, national standards and evidence-based practice, ensuring the service remains responsive to changing patient and organisational needs. The post holder will maintain specialist knowledge of neurosurgical procedures and interventions and undertake ongoing professional development through clinical supervision, appraisal, education, networking, audit and research. They will support relevant research and audit programmes and identify opportunities to improve patient safety, experience and outcomes within the pre-operative pathway.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• First Level Registered Nurse
• Current NMC Registration
• Degree level education or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Teaching, mentorship or practice assessor qualification
• Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification
• Preoperative Association Advanced Course
• Leadership or management qualification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Post-registration clinical experience including neurosciences practice
• Experience of pre-operative assessment and patient pathway management
• Experience of leading and supporting staff within a clinical setting
• Experience of incident investigation and management
• Experience of undertaking appraisals and supporting staff development
• Experience of workforce management including roster management, attendance management and performance management processes
• Knowledge of national guidance relating to pre-operative assessment and perioperative care

Desirable

• Experience of service development, quality improvement
• Experience of clinical audit and governance processes
• Experience of managing budgets or resources

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake comprehensive pre operative assessment
• Ability to interpret and act upon investigation results in accordance with agreed pathways
• Ability to work autonomously within agreed scope of practice
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff
• Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload and service demands
• Proficient IT skills including use of electronic patient record systems, Microsoft Office and data analysis tools
• Ability to contribute to service improvement and change initiatives
• Ability to undertake staff appraisal, supervision and performance management.
• Ability to monitor compliance with mandatory training, competencies and professional standards.
• Ability to provide assurance regarding service performance, quality, patient safety and workforce compliance.

Desirable

• Advanced clinical assessment skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential First Level Registered Nurse Current NMC Registration Degree level education or equivalent experience Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Teaching, mentorship or practice assessor qualification Non-Medical Prescribing Qualification Preoperative Association Advanced Course Leadership or management qualification Knowledge and Experience Essential Post-registration clinical experience including neurosciences practice Experience of pre-operative assessment and patient pathway management Experience of leading and supporting staff within a clinical setting Experience of incident investigation and management Experience of undertaking appraisals and supporting staff development Experience of workforce management including roster management, attendance management and performance management processes Knowledge of national guidance relating to pre-operative assessment and perioperative care Desirable Experience of service development, quality improvement Experience of clinical audit and governance processes Experience of managing budgets or resources Skills and Attributes Essential Ability to undertake comprehensive pre operative assessment Ability to interpret and act upon investigation results in accordance with agreed pathways Ability to work autonomously within agreed scope of practice Ability to communicate effectively with patients, carers and multidisciplinary teams Ability to lead, motivate and develop staff Ability to plan, organise and prioritise workload and service demands Proficient IT skills including use of electronic patient record systems, Microsoft Office and data analysis tools Ability to contribute to service improvement and change initiatives Ability to undertake staff appraisal, supervision and performance management. Ability to monitor compliance with mandatory training, competencies and professional standards. Ability to provide assurance regarding service performance, quality, patient safety and workforce compliance. Desirable Advanced clinical assessment 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).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note this is a fixed term post.

Duration: 12 months

An exciting opportunity has arisen on Cairns ward to recruit a band 5 registered nurse to work within our 26 bedded neuro-oncology surgical ward . We are looking for individuals who are passionate, enthusiastic and have a passion for acute surgical care.

We are open 365 days year and work shift patterns days nights providing a service to our amazing patients and their relatives . If you want to join a exciting, friendly team and want to achieve high standards please complete a application.

Main duties of the job

Participate in team nursing and when appropriate, organise the patients care.Escalate on the condition of patients, medical instructions and implement as necessary.. Ensure and safeguard patient's property and valuables.. Participate in the training of other nursing staff, including basic and post basic learners in consultation with Sister/Charge Nurse wherever applicable.. Undertake aspects of coordinators role. Be aware of, and adhere to, all the Trust policies and procedures and standards of care.. Maintain high standards of nursing care and review these standards with the Ward Manager.? Assist staff to understand their role in the unit team.? Be aware of the economic use of ward equipment and stores.? Ensure adequate security, administration, proper use and recording of dangerous drugs in accordance with hospital policy.? Ensure up to date knowledge of new equipment being used.? Furthering own professional development by ensuring that own clinical and professional knowledge is widened and enriched by attending study days and seminars as arranged through the in-service training officers.? Ensure confidentiality at all times. The post holder's attention is drawn to the Data Protection Act 1984.? Ensure that the Control of Infection Guidelines are adhered to at all times.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for the right person to join our team. We are a Complex rehabilitation unit with 30 beds, all which are side rooms. We provide care and treatment to patients with complex needs and work closely with the multi disciplinary team (MDT). Our main priority is to find people with the rights values, behaviours and attitudes that match our own. We are looking for staff who are committed, compassionate, trustworthy, patient orientated with excellent interpersonal and listening skills. If you have a positive attitude and are self motivated, we would like to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Assisting with daily living activities such as: eating, drinking, showering, tooth brushing, and using the toilet

Attending meetings with other professional when required

Assisting nurses and other members of the team when required

Interacting with patients and giving reassurance

Adhering to professional standards

Comply with local trust policies

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

We are looking for a dynamic and forward thinking pharmacist with experience in Neurosurgery to join our pharmacy team. You will work as part of the neurosciences pharmacy team to provide pharmacy services to The Walton Centre, a specialist Trust which provides tertiary neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services to a wide catchment area.

The Pharmacy Department in LUHFT delivers a full pharmacy service to The Walton Centre (WCFT; based on the same site). This post will be based within WCFT but work closely with colleagues within other Trusts to standardise services relating to medicines management where appropriate, and to maximise quality, safety, productivity and efficiency.

This will include a commitment to Neuro ITU, developing/updating policies, clinical guidelines, and involvement in quality improvement projects relating to medicines within the Trust.

The role includes representing supporting the WCFT at Cheshire and Mersey Area Prescribing Group subgroups when required and the North Wales Medicines Management Group, and participation in the Walton Centre Drugs and Therapeutics Committee.

You will also participate in in the well established pharmacist prescribing service for patients newly admitted on the morning of their elective neurosurgery.

Experiential learning along with experience of medicines management or governance roles, and current (or imminent) registration as a prescriber. Experiences working in a tertiary centre would be an advantage.

Main duties of the job

Assist the WCFT Operational and Clinical Lead Pharmacist in the development of pharmacy services and medicines management within The Walton Centre.

Assist the WCFT Operational and Clinical Lead Pharmacist in leading and managing the neurosciences pharmacy team.

Assist the WCFT Operational and Clinical Lead Pharmacist in acting as a primary point of contact for senior staff and departments across WCFT for advice and guidance regarding medicines related issues

Assist the WCFT Operational and Clinical Lead Pharmacist in reviewing compliance with CQC and other national standards at WCFT.

Assist the WCFT Operational and Clinical Lead Pharmacist in providing medicines-related training for other Trust staff.

Lead and provide pharmaceutical expertise in the delivery and development of pharmacy services to the neuroscience's directorates, developing an exemplary clinical service to our patients.

Identify the clinical and economic impact of medicines use, develop and implement clinical guidelines, monitor drug expenditure and support the area to meet their clinical and financial targets.

About us

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (LUHFT) comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital. Together with Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust, LUHFT forms the NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG), established on 1 November 2024. The Group was created to strengthen collaboration, improve patient outcomes and provide high quality care across Liverpool and beyond.

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the UK's only specialist hospital trust dedicated to neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services. Rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission, it is recognised nationally and internationally for clinical excellence, research and innovation. Serving approximately 3.5 million people across the North West, North Wales and the Isle of Man, The Walton Centre provides specialist diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation for a wide range of neurological conditions. With around 1,550 colleagues, the Trust delivers expert care through its main Liverpool site and extensive outreach clinics, ensuring patients can access specialist neurological services as close to home as possible.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to become a Band 6 Sister/Charge Nurse on Horsley ITU at The Walton Centre, "An Outstanding Trust" (CQC).

We are looking to recruit staff with the desire to use their skills and knowledge to develop within the role and continue to provide excellent care to all our patients and support and nurture junior staff.

Main duties of the job

Please see the job description and person specification document for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy.

He/she/they will be expected to deputise, when necessary, in the absence of the Band 7 coordinator and work as an expert practitioner responsible for the delivery of patient focused programmes of care which address the complex and changing health and wellbeing needs of critically ill patients andtheir families. Additionally, the post holder will be expected to demonstrate enhanced communication and interpersonal skills, providing direction and professional inspirational leadership to all members of the multi-professional team within the clinical area.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

We have two exciting opportunities for experienced and motivated nurses to join our Neurology Specialist Nursing team:

• 1 x Neurology Nurse Specialist (Multiple Sclerosis)
• 1 x Neurology Nurse Specialist (Parkinson's Disease)

As a Neurology Nurse Specialist, you will play a key role in providing expert clinical care and support to patients living with long-term neurological conditions. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will deliver specialist assessment, advice, treatment planning, and ongoing management for patients throughout their care journey.

The successful candidates will provide high-quality, patient-centred care across the Cheshire and Merseyside region, with possible involvement in services provided in North Wales.

This post is advertised at Band 7. However, applicants who demonstrate the potential to undertake the role but do not yet meet all of the required competencies and experience may be considered for appointment at Band 6. A structured development programme will be provided, with the expectation that all Band 7 competencies are achieved within six months of appointment.

For informal enquiries regarding the MS nursing post please contact Nurse lead Carolyn Cairns on 0151 556 3745/6.

For enquires regarding the Parkinsons nursing post please contact Deputy Divisional Nurse Pippa Evans on 0151 556 3772.

Main duties of the job

Provide in-depth assessment of people living with Long term neurological conditions considering other co-morbidities that may be present, and provide a comprehensive nursing assessment, plan care and evaluate interventions according to the changing health needs of the patient.

Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure patients' needs are met.

Develop Nurse-Led clinics to provide people with information and support regarding their condition.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

Applications are invited for a Clinical Fellowship in Neurology with a subspecialist focus on neuroimmunology and demyelinating disorders, particularly neuromyelitis optica spectrum disease (NMOSD) and MOG antibody associated disease (MOGAD). The post is based at the Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust, the UK's busiest standalone neurosciences hospital, and one of two nationally commissioned centres for NMOSD in England. The service is delivered in partnership with the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford. This post is also accredited as an Advanced Clinical Training Fellowship (ACTF) in MS and non-MS neuroinflammation.

The fellowship is suitable for:

• Neurology trainees seeking out-of-programme experience (OOPE)
• Pre- or post-CCT neurologists looking to gain subspecialist clinical and research expertise in neuroimmunology and demyelinating disease

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will join a busy national NMOSD, MS and autoimmune neurology service, with additional exposure to antibody mediated central nervous system disorders and paediatric demyelination. The post is primarily clinical, but there are extensive opportunities for academic involvement, including the Autoimmune Neurology Group at the University of Liverpool.

Applicants will be encouraged and supported to pursue original research. Prior experience with academic writing or publications is highly desirable. Mentorship in grant writing, abstract development, and paper authorship will be provided. Fellows are expected to contribute to the academic output of the service.

* This post is not a Mersey deanery numbered neurology training post. There are no call commitments as part of this post

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and organised individual to join the Cheshire and Merseyside Rehabilitation Network as a data administrator. The post holder will play a key role in supporting the collection, management and reporting of rehabilitation outcome data for The Walton Centre's Network Hub and Spoke Units through the UK Rehabilitation Outcomes Collaborative (UKROC) database. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the timely collection, accurate input and maintenance of patient outcome data, helping to support service performance monitoring, national reporting requirements, audit activity and continuous quality improvement. The role requires excellent attention to detail, strong IT and database skills, and the ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams across the rehabilitation network. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with experience of data management and reporting who wishes to contribute to the delivery of high-quality rehabilitation services across Cheshire and Merseyside.

Main duties of the job

• Maintain the UKROC database by ensuring the timely collection, accurate entry and ongoing validation of rehabilitation outcome data.
• Monitor data quality and escalate any issues that may impact service delivery, reporting requirements or database integrity.
• Support the completion of mandatory monthly returns and ensure reporting deadlines are achieved.
• Produce and distribute standard and ad hoc reports to support operational management, service development, audit and performance monitoring activities.
• Communicate effectively with members of the multidisciplinary team to obtain, verify and share information relating to rehabilitation outcomes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to high standards of data quality, governance and audit readiness.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Job summary

The Senior Category Lead will be responsible for strategic procurement activities across Health Procurement Liverpool (HPL) whilst supporting the Procurement and Contract Manager and Head of Procurement in the delivery of the HPL Procurement Strategy and national procurement agendas.

The post holder will be required to support and manage a team of Procurement professionals in the identification and delivery of Procurement schemes as well as individually leading and delivering a number of high profile complex projects, which will demonstrate and deliver value for money and innovation whilst meeting the needs of all organisation(s).

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be required to provide sound Procurement advice in-line with Trust(s) standing financial instructions and Procurement Regulations to both internal Procurement team members and staff across the HPL organisations whilst engaging, building and maintaining strategic working relationships with both internal/external colleagues and suppliers. As a strong influencer and an experienced negotiator the post holder will proactively challenge current practices and strive to deliver continuous improvement, offering better patient experiences and outcomes through effective market testing of expenditure.

The post holder will work closely with business and clinical colleagues across all HPL organisations to undertake procurement activity which will deliver innovation, meets local, national and regional green agendas whilst delivering value and quality to patient care.

The post holder will manage a range of high value contracts which will be carried out within legislative and organisational guidelines and polices.

The post holder will work with key stakeholders across all HPL sites to secure engagement with the Procurement Team, ensuring appropriate input into specifications and involvement in Procurement decisions.

The post holder will manage and negotiate a wide range of complex contracts on behalf of the organisation.

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.