Job description

Job responsibilities

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

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Person Specification

Essential and desirable

Essential

• Registered Nurse / ODP

Desirable

• Surgical Experience
• Pre-assessment experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Surgical Admissions/ Pre-assessment

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification.

Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification/experience
• English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills

Desirable

• Care certificate

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience
• Understands the need for strict confidentiality

Desirable

• Working knowledge of complex care needs of some individuals/families including Safeguarding Children & Adults, Domestic Abuse and Mental Health

Specific Skills

Essential

• Basic computer/keyboard skills
• Fine motor skills - for venepuncture, phlebotomy and other clinical tasks
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to prioritise and organise work
• Able to work under instruction, under pressure and as part of a team
• Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records
• Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances
• Able to manage stress in themselves and others
• Able to offer support at times of emotional distress
• Willingness to undertake new skills and training
• Able to work as a team member or independently
• Ability to adapt behaviour to changing and challenging situations
• To be flexible, adaptable, reliable and punctual
• The post holder must demonstrate a positive commitment to uphold diversity and equality policies approved by the Trust

Desirable

• Healthcare competencies appropriate to area of work

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Ainslie Ward, Torbay Hospital

Lawes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification.

Ability to travel efficiently around the Bay is important in order to carry out your duties.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Completed a preceptor programme

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification
• NIPE practitioner

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of child protection, domestic violence, substance misuse and working with women with special needs
• Ability to cope with a stressful environment with emotional women, their families/supporters and staff members

Desirable

• Community experience
• Experience of home births
• Parent Education training

Specific skills

Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work autonomously
• Perineal suturing
• Ability to organise and prioritise own workload
• IT skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent decision-making ability

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Newton Road

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid state registration with Health Professions Council
• Proven post-graduate experience
• Evidence of ability to make decisions under pressure and in stressful situations
• Moving and handling protocols and procedures to include provision of hoists and specialist slings
• Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or OT students
• Highly developed communication skills to include negotiation andexperience of communicating sensitive information e.g. unfavourable assessment outcome

Full Vacancy details can be found on the attached Job Description/Person Specification. Please refer to your suitability to the post in your supporting information from the role requirements or person specification

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Valid state registration with Health Professions Council
• CPD portfolio and evidence of recent post-graduate learning relevant to area of clinical practice
• Experience within the NHS including experience working in a variety of roles, for example orthopaedics, elderly care and musculoskeletal conditions
• Experience in the NHS working in a community setting

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Proven post-graduate experience
• Wheelchair Accreditation
• Pressure care knowledge and prescription of suitable equipment
• Knowledge and understanding of complex legislation surrounding health and social care
• Understanding of National Service Frameworks for Older People, specifically aspects referring to Stroke, Falls and Intermediate Care.
• Student Placement Educators Course
• Evidence of ability to make decisions under pressure and in stressful situations
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work on own initiative and without direct supervision and make autonomous decisions
• Evidence of ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team
• Knowledge of specialised disability equipment
• Therapeutic and manual handling skills
• Detailed understanding of roles of multidisciplinary team members/health and social care agencies
• Understanding of clinical governance issues
• IT skills

Desirable

• Clinical leadership skills
• Recruitment and selection training
• Appraisals and supervision training
• Experience of clinical audit.

Specific Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of vulnerable adults protocols and procedures
• Elderly care / rehabilitation to include multi-pathology and dementia
• Experience of supervision of junior staff and/or OT students

Desirable

• Experience of using standardised assessments, including specialist cognitive assessments
• Crisis intervention/acute medicine/vital signs/ taking baseline observations.
• Evidence of advanced clinical reasoning skills and proven ability to carry out fast track assessments
• Stroke rehabilitation
• Mental Health conditions
• Community rehabilitation
• Experience of the promotion of inter-agency working.
• Experience of initiating change in the workplace
• Experience of seating and postural management

Requirements due to work environment and / or conditions

Essential

• Highly developed communication skills to include negotiation and experience of communicating sensitive information e.g. unfavourable assessment outcomes
• Ability to make decisions under pressure
• Due to the nature of the role it is essential that applicants are able to travel independently across the locality.

Desirable

• Experience of handling complaints

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kings Ash House

Kings Ash Road

Paignton

TQ3 3XZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

for further information about this position, please see attached jobdescription and person specification

Person Specification

Qualifications and Experience

Essential

• BSc in Therapeutic Radiography (or equivalent)
• HCPC Therapeutic Radiographer
• Master's education in modules relating to Radiotherapy, including patient review
• Advanced Clinical examination skills
• Registered independent non-medical prescriber
• Extensive post qualification experience
• Significant experience of patient assessment and consultation
• Knowledge of the multidisciplinary nature of a Late Effects service
• Experience in dealing with complex side effects cases, acute and/or late
• Experience of independent working i.e. projects, confident decision maker
• Ability to work collaboratively with other services within the integrated care system across the patient pathway
• Experience in dealing with complex side effects cases, acute and/or late

Desirable

• Aspirations or progress made towards doctorate qualification
• Contribution to Local (and National) radiotherapy forums regarding patient care / side effects
• Development of local and National standards
• Evidence of research, quality improvement or audit projects
• Proven modernisation or service improvement skills in radiotherapy
• Evidence of presentations/posters, locally/nationally

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, you will play an active role in delivering high-quality care to your patients. Youll gain experience across a range of areas within the Emergency Department, including majors, paediatrics, waiting areas, and fit-to-sit, giving you valuable exposure to a wide variety of patient needs in a fast-paced environment.

If youre looking for a role that is challenging, meaningful, and full of opportunity, this is your chance to grow your skills and make a real difference every day.

No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about delivering compassionate care. Every shift offers the chance to learn, develop new skills and make a meaningful difference.

IMPORTANT - Please note

• If you do not currently hold a Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or a related subject, or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience. Willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 qualification, if not already held.
• The department is unable to provide visa sponsorship for the Healthcare Support Worker role at this time. Applications are welcomed from candidates who already have unrestricted right to work in the UK.
• Priority will be given to applicants with recognised 'Priority' or 'At Risk' status, including NHS staff identified across Devon.

Apply now and take the next step in your healthcare career!

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care or a related subject, or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience. Willingness to undertake a relevant Level 3 qualification, if not already held
• Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience

Desirable

• English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills
• Care certificate

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Understands the need for strict confidentiality
• Able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience

Desirable

• Previous experience in an emergency/urgent care environment

Specific Skills

Essential

• Basic computer/keyboard skills
• Fine motor skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to prioritise and organise work
• Able to work under instruction, under pressure and as part of a team
• Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records
• Able to demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and to adapt communication style to circumstances

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Newton Road

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To carry out all routine cleaning duties in accordance with the agreed cleaning work schedule and task frequencies to maintain National cleaning standards, present and future guidelines
• To ensure that any cleaning rectification activity is undertaken promptly and thoroughly within the agreed timescale and standards
• Cleaning of wards will be expected
• To provide appropriate dietary needs and food delivery service to patients, visitors and staff as requested. Service of beverages and snacks throughout the day
• Distribution, collection and collation of menu cards
• Cleaning of catering areas and all associated equipment, clearing, washing and storage of crockery, cutlery and equipment in relation to the food and beverage service
• To conduct routine security checks, checking that all outside lighting is working, assist with fire alarm testing, firefighting equipment checks, and ensuring the cleanliness of site vehicles

Please see our attached job description and person specification form for full details.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience within a professional cleaning role

Desirable

• Have an understanding of COSHH regulations

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic Numeracy and Literacy skills, Inc IT Skills

Desirable

• Qualification in Food Hygiene level 2 or equivalent

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newton Abbot Hospital

West Golds Road

Newton Abbot

TQ12 2TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and responsibilities

Communication and working relationships

Co-ordinate multidisciplinary practice to implement colorectal cancer pathways in specified clinical areas as defined by the Lead LGI CNS.

Participate as a key member of the multi professional team within colorectal cancer pathways, ensuring appropriate referral and discussion with other members of the team to optimise patient care.

To ensure a clear meeting structure exists within areas of responsibility and that both formal and informal lines of communication exist with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).

Plan and organise own and associated team workload in conjunction with Trust requirements.

Ensure implementation of agreed systems and processes to provide safe, effective, high quality patient care and embed a culture of improvement, focusing on the Trusts harm free indicators.

To be a visible, accessible and approachable leader to staff, patients, carers, families, and the public ensuring that open channels of communication are created and sustained.

Promote a learning environment for the professional development of staff interacting with the colorectal cancer team, leading by example and mindful of the effect of change upon all bands of staff.

Ensure all complaints both formal and informal are dealt with promptly and courteously in accordance with Trust policy.

To respond in writing to complaints by interviewing staff, collating information and writing statements to provide evidence, reviewing practice where appropriate in response.

Lead and contribute to developments that are relevant to colorectal cancer as dictated by local and national initiatives and undertake benchmarking.

Identify and co-ordinate opportunities for patient and public involvement and engagement in service development, leading where appropriate.

Act as a role model, demonstrating high standards of care and providing clinical leadership

Analytical and judgement

• Actively participate and contribute to departmental clinical supervision groups to ensure a regular evaluation of practice through peer review.
• Regularly participate in the departmental Clinical Governance programme including presenting research findings, evidence-based practice workshops, clinical audit, and reporting of clinical risks.

To develop knowledge and skills within the LGI specialty, consulting with clinical supervisors as appropriate.

Planning and organisation

• Plan and organise complex activities, programmes and those requiring adjustments.
• Generate and implement new solutions that will best suit the needs of patients and carers, through thinking laterally about practice.
• Act as a positive role model and provide highly specialist advice and consultancy for multidisciplinary colleagues including colleagues working in the Acute Trust, Primary Care, Social Care, charitable sector and other external agencies.
• Work with colleagues in the development of regional and national guidance in Oncology service.
• Review and monitor standards for best practice contributing towards preparation for performance evaluations.
• Overcome barriers to understanding using leadership and management skills.
• Provide expert advice and information to other professionals and agencies to ensure appropriate referral to the service.

Physical skills

Due to the hospital layout and requirement of patient facing support, a degree of physical fitness is important as well as having good dexterity for administrative tasks.

The ability to work under pressure both in terms of time and at a time when emotions for patients/those affected by cancer are escalated.

Patient and client care

Be responsible for a clinical caseload, providing specialist LGI assessment and intervention to patients with a LGI diagnosis

To monitor and review the progress of clients against the targets set and agreed and to modify these as appropriate to meet individual patient circumstances

Maintaining high levels of evidence base LGI practice, contributing to and facilitating care processes and pathways. Demonstrate understanding of LGI underpinned by theoretical knowledge and relevant clinical experience and competence.

Display specialist knowledge of individuals physical and mental health needs and appropriate evidence informed interventions

Show awareness of national and local policies impacting LGI practice

Comply with TSDFT and professional codes and standards in demonstrating personal and professional commitment to equality and diversity.

Search, review, analyse, critically appraise and apply relevant literature effectively to influence policy and practice development.

To reflect on clinical practice both individually and with peers identifying strengths and needs and providing evidence of sound clinical judgements based on research and evidence-based practice.

Policy and service development

Recognise and develop opportunities to expand own and others scope of practice within the specialist field of practice.

Identify own personal objectives and development opportunities through education, research and audit.

Ensure that members of the multidisciplinary team receive appropriate training, education and professional development to promote safer patient care and successful implementation of the colorectal cancer patient pathways including treatment summaries, holistic needs assessment, enhanced recovery and stratified follow up.

Act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor for junior staff and students.

Encourage practice development and adoption of evidence-based practice at ward level and throughout the colorectal cancer pathway.

Audit and monitor self and service quality to ensure resource effectiveness and impact of specialist nursing input.

Facilitate evidence-based practice in the service by utilising extensive knowledge, both academic and experiential.

Act as patient advocate, ensuring ethical and legal issues are adhered to in all clinical practice.

Initiate and complete nursing research in the specialist field.

Conduct annual patient satisfaction survey and develop an action plan from the results.

To clinically audit the nursing work undertaken and to participate in Trust and department audits as required.

Using Trust harm free indicators, measure practice and using variations in the data to develop local improvement projects are in place on the ward.

Provide representation on committees/working groups as required (Peninsula Colorectal site-specific group)

Responsibility for Finance, equipment and other resources

• Ensure there are systems in place for teams to maximise use of clinical capacity.
• Assist in the formulation of business cases to ensure adequate, appropriate equipment and staffing.

To have a professional degree of budgetary awareness and support the LGI team/service the management of the budget and resources.

To be responsible for the effective, efficient and safe use, maintenance and storage of resources and equipment used in the performance of the role

People management and training

To ensure a clear meeting structure exists within areas of responsibility and that both formal and informal lines of communication exist with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).

Plan and organise own and associated team workload in conjunction with Trust requirements.

Ensure implementation of agreed systems and processes to provide safe, effective, high quality patient care and embed a culture of improvement, focusing on the Trusts harm free indicators.

To be a highly visible, accessible and approachable leader to staff, patients, carers, families, and the public ensuring that open channels of communication are created and sustained.

Promote a learning environment for the professional development of staff interacting with the colorectal cancer team, leading by example and mindful of the effect of change upon all bands of staff.

To support and help develop the Trust culture of collaborative, flexible cross-team working and commitment to delivering high quality service and outcomes

Set and maintain the highest personal and professional standards

To have a flexible, friendly approach and positive outlook

Information technology and administrative duties

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Blood Matters

Outlook/Windows10

HIVE

Computer literate, able to use databases and other relevant programmes

Flexibility, adaptability to meet needs of a changing service

Support the management function of the department by provision of reports and information as required

To share information with others, observing data protection guidelines

Research and development

Audit and monitor self and service quality to ensure resource effectiveness and impact of specialist nursing input.

Facilitate evidence-based practice in the service by utilising extensive knowledge, both academic and experiential.

Seek out, evaluate and disseminate new knowledge, implementing evidence-based practice

Actively engaging in evidence-based practise

To participate in departmental research and clinical governance/audit projects demonstrating basic knowledge of research approaches.

To collect and provide research data as required

Freedom to act

Work autonomously making highly complex clinical decisions with minimal supervision, working within local and national policies and being responsible for how these policies are interpreted.

Autonomously assess patients; receive and make referrals; assess, order, interpret and act upon investigative tests; consider differential diagnosis; evaluate, treat, plan, refer and discharge patients/clients within the Trust.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Degree Level qualification in Adult Nursing 4 years post reg
• Evidence of continuing personal/professional development
• Cancer Role/experience

Desirable

• Non medical prescribing qualification or the ability to undertake
• management/leadership qualification
• Post graduate study in Colorectal cancer

knowledge and experience

Essential

• Experience in the management of patients with colorectal cancer
• Experience of giving psychosocial support to patients with complex needs

Desirable

• Advanced communications skills training
• Level 4 advance communications skills training

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay hospital

lowes bridge

Torquay

TQ27AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about this position, please see attached jobdescription and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualification and Experience

Essential

• HCPC registered therapeutic radiographer.
• BSc (Hons) Therapeutic Radiography / DCR(T) or equivalent qualification.
• MSc qualification in clinical subject or equivalent experience
• MSc qualification/training in management / leadership or equivalent experience
• Evidence of significant post-registration clinical experience in therapeutic radiography.
• Advanced Communication skills
• Evidence of CPD and post-registration development relevant to radiotherapy review, information/support.
• Radiotherapy on-treatment review qualification/ competency, or evidence of working towards an agreed competency pathway.
• Registered independent non-medical prescriber (or willingness to undertake on appointment).

Desirable

• Leadership, coaching, counselling or teaching qualification
• Macmillan professional development activity or experience in a Macmillan-supported role.
• Consent training
• BSI Internal Auditor training
• Advanced Clinical examination skills qualification
• Teaching/lecturing at pre and post graduate level

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details about the role, please refer to the attachedJob Description and Person Specification.

When completing your application, we encourage you to use the supporting information section to demonstrate how your skills, knowledge, experience, and personal qualities meet the requirements of the role. Please provide clear examples that show how you satisfy the essential criteria outlined in the Person Specification and explain why you would be an excellent addition to our team.

We would particularly welcome examples that highlight your commitment to delivering high-quality patient care, your ability to work effectively as part of a team, and any relevant clinical skills or experience that make you suitable for this role.

Person Specification

Experience within healthcare

Essential

• Experience within healthcare
• NVQ level 3/ care certificate
• Experience of working with children and adults

Desirable

• Wound care experience
• Application of plaster of paris
• IT skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Newton Abbot Community Hospital

West Golds Road

Newton Abbot

TQ12 2TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To be a Trust-wide advisor and source of expertise on all aspects of the management/rehabilitation of complex lower limb orthopaedic and musculoskeletal conditions to physiotherapists, patients, other health professionals, GPs and Consultants (orthopaedics and rheumatology).
• To be one of the lead clinicians for the South Devon wide musculoskeletal physiotherapy service reporting to the Lower limb physiotherapy lead providing a highly specialised clinical diagnosis and patient management service and to be responsible for staff clinical training and service development.
• To take a lead role in strategy, planning, development and management of the lower limb rehabilitation physiotherapy services for both adults and children
• To organise and lead the Musculoskeletal Clinical Interest Group for lower limb pathologies delivering training updates and hands on sessions for all MSK staff (50+).
• To make recommendations to physiotherapy manager regarding evidence-based developments to improve patient care and to participate in working parties and subgroups, developing service improvements within the speciality
• The Band 7 clinical lead for lower limb rehabilitation manages services, supports staff with clinical skills and service development, and inputs at a strategic level within the lower limb and wider MSK team. The band 7 will develop their own expertise to become the lead lower limb rehabilitation physiotherapist in the trust within MSK services. With their line manager the post holder will be required to undertake long term strategic planning of clinical rehabilitation areas within trust estates development. The post requires close working with the lower limb clinical specialist staff across the wider South West to ensure consistency of approach and delivery of commissioned service

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• 5 Years NHS Experience with at least 3 as a band 6
• Post graduate Lower Limb Education
• Evidence of delivering teaching with evidence of interest in Lower Limb Pathology

Desirable

• MSc or Equivalent level of relevant study
• Injection Therapy Qualified
• Evidence of service redesign/MDT working

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Physiotherapy Dept, Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will act as an autonomous practitioner, delivering advanced physiotherapy assessment and intervention for older adults with complex physical, cognitive, and behavioural needs. You will lead on rehabilitation planning, risk management, and decision-making in complex clinical situations, ensuring care is safe, person-centred, and aligned with patient goals.

You will also act as a clinical expert in frailty, supporting colleagues in managing complex patients, contributing to multidisciplinary decision-making, and influencing care across the urgent care pathway.

The post holder will provide professional and operational leadership to physiotherapy teams across HOP wards and short-stay areas. This includes day-to-day workforce management, supervision, performance management, and staff development.

You will promote a positive, inclusive team culture, supporting learning, reflective practice, and continuous improvement, while ensuring safe staffing, effective skill mix, and high-quality service delivery.

You will lead the organisation and prioritisation of service delivery across multiple inpatient wards, ensuring responsive and efficient allocation of physiotherapy resources. This includes rota coordination, managing referrals, and balancing capacity with demand in a dynamic environment.

You will support effective discharge planning, contributing to reduced length of stay, avoidance of hospital-acquired deconditioning, and improved patient flow.

The role requires highly developed communication skills to manage complex, sensitive discussions with patients, families, and professionals. You will work collaboratively with medical, nursing, therapy, and social care teams to ensure coordinated care and effective transitions between services.

You will represent physiotherapy within MDT and multi-agency meetings, providing specialist advice on rehabilitation, discharge planning, and ongoing care needs.

You will ensure compliance with professional standards, Trust policies, and clinical governance frameworks, maintaining high standards of documentation and care delivery.

The post holder will lead and contribute to audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives, embedding evidence-based practice and driving service innovation.

You will manage a complex workload, balancing clinical and leadership duties while responding flexibly to changing service demands. Responsibilities include prioritisation of care, workforce planning, and escalation of risks affecting service delivery.

The role involves working across multiple inpatient wards in a busy acute setting, requiring adaptability and resilience. You will manage physically demanding clinical activity, frequent decision-making under pressure, and emotionally challenging situations associated with caring for frail older adults.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree or graduate diploma in Physiotherapy
• Current HCPC registration
• Evidence of post graduate training in leadership
• Evidence of post graduate CPD relevent frailty/older peoples care

Desirable

• Masters qualification in leadership or relevant clinical field
• Specialist qualification in frailty/older persons rehabiliation

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Significant post graduate experience in the management of the older person
• Recent experience of working in the NHS within a Physiotherapy role
• Demonstrates leadership and management experience including participation in Achievement reviews/supervision/students

Desirable

• Direct experience of leading an MDT
• Direct experience of working across NHS urgent care pathways inc hospital/community

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To undertake all aspects of clinical duties as an autonomous practitioner, including professional and legal accountability and managing clinical risk for all aspects of own work. Some aspects of work will involve delivery of the care as part of a multidisciplinary team. In most cases to be the sole health professional with responsibility for that patients episode of care.

• To undertake advanced physiotherapeutic assessment of patients with diverse or complex physical, psychological,cognitiveand behavioural conditionsin order toprovidean accuratediagnosis and prognosis. To formulate and deliver individualised physiotherapy treatment programmes, including patient education, provision of exercise (individual/group), and other alternative options. This includes theappropriate selectionof referrals for inclusion in a range of treatment programmes, one to onesessionsusing advanced treatment options, advanced communication,questioningand reasoning skills.

• To undertake,as directed,collection of data for use in service audit and research projects. To manage and undertake research in specific areas of clinical practice and service delivery using a range of research methodologies as part of MDT audit and departmental research initiatives. To make recommendations to clinical lead/manager of service, for changes to team practice. To implement specific changes to practice asrequired.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/degree in physiotherapy
• State registration - current HCPC registration
• Experience within the NHS including experience as a Band 5 Physiotherapist in a broad rotational post covering a range of experience in respiratory orthopaedics, elderly care, medical, surgical, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions
• Evidence of CPD maintained in a portfolio, including attendance at recent Postgraduate courses relevant to the clinical field

Knowledge

Essential

• Experience in the core clinical areas of physiotherapy within an NHS setting - areas to include a range of respiratory, musculoskeletal, acute inpatient and elderly care, trauma and orthopaedics, community or intermediate care, neurological conditions
• Specialist expertise across a range of procedures relevant to the core clinical areas, underpinned by theory or relevant practical experience
• Experience supervising student physiotherapists or physiotherapy assistant/technical instructors/support workers
• An understanding of Clinical Governance and its implications for services, including experience of quality issues and participation in research and audit

Skills

Essential

• Experience of working in inpatient, outpatient and community settings
• Experience of decision making, time management and maintaining interpersonal working relationships
• Ability to develop and implement specialist physiotherapy treatment for patients being seen in core clinical areas
• Experience working with a strength based, person centred approach to assessment and treatment

Desirable

• A clean valid driving licence. Own transport.

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay and Surrounding areas

Torbay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide direct patient centred care in accordance with patient needs and in line with Trust policies, this may include providing personal care, such as washing and dressing patients, as needed, whilst promoting independence; oral care and supporting with toileting and continence needs Establish and maintain good interpersonal skills, providing and receiving factual and accurate information and to overcome communication barriers using other methods, such as visual prompts, reassurance, empathy, persuasion Undertake training in order to perform high quality clinical interventions effectively and remain competent to practice these interventions, such as clinical observations, blood glucose monitoring, urinalysis, venepuncture, removal or urinary catheter, insertion and removal of peripheral cannulas, perform ECG, calculation of BMI, all following assessment and completion of clinical competency. This is not an exhaustive list, and other clinical interventions may be required dependant on the area of practice Assess a persons clinical condition, within the individuals scope ofcompetence using tools such as, NEWS2 parameters, pain assessment tool, non-verbal signs of deterioration and know how to urgently escalate concerns appropriately Work independently or as part of a team to plan your own workload, prioritising the clinical needs of the patients in your care
• Undertake a range of clinical interventions and todemonstrate accurate physical skills, with the use of relevant equipment,obtained through training and practice, physiological observation monitoring,venepuncture, removal of urethral catheters, peripheral cannulation insertion and removal, urinalysis, blood glucose monitoring, swab taking inclusive of MRSA, Covid, wound swabbing, simple wound dressings, ECG, placing cardiac monitoring, spirometry, bladder scanning Assist a patient at risk of harm, such as pressure damage, and risk of falls by following the risk assessment and individualised care plan, they will also be expected to report any changes in condition that may impact the patient, via our Trust incident reporting system Adhere to trust policies and standard operating procedures in relation to all aspects of practice. To know how to access the most up to date policies and adhere to them in line with Trust requirements Promote independence with mobility and to maintain current function and support individuals to return to baseline function when there has been a change Act on own initiative delivering patient care and demonstrate Trust values in all areas of work and to conduct yourself in a professional and appropriate manner Prevention of adverse effects on health and wellbeing. Support patients with activities to keep them active and mentally engaged and stimulated, such as the role of an activities co-ordinator Work within your own capabilities and demonstrate a personal duty of care, using any resources, valuables, ordering clinical supplies, when using any equipment such as hoists, examination trollies and wheelchairs Provide support and supervision to new or less experienced staff bydemonstrating and teaching safe practice and explaining supplementary tasks which need completing in the clinical areas, such as daily cleaning ofenvironment and equipment, quality control checks on equipment, audits or other works to maintain standards, stocking of equipment, organising the clinical environment Accurately record information, such as physiological observations andunderstand the importance of accurate and complete documentation, recording clearly and accurately all aspects of care given to the individual in relevant documents, such as risk assessments, care plans, comfort rounds, fluid and food charts, blood glucose monitoring Promote nutritional intake of food and fluids, this may require assisting with feeding or completion of menus, preparing for mealtimes, such as positioning and hand washing and maintaining clear and accurate records of intake, such as Food and Fluid charts Act as the patients advocate in safeguarding patients from harm using the patients information, such as falls prevention and pressure damage prevention Act accordingly if concerned or made aware of any incidents/concerns or harm such as safeguarding concerns, reporting incidents using the incident reporting system

Person Specification

Qulifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or equivalent qualification/experience

Desirable

• Care certificate English & Mathematics at GSCE grade A-C (9-4) or level 2 functional skills

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a care environment or able to demonstrate a caring nature/ life experience Understands the need for strict confidentiality

Desirable

• Working knowledge of complex care needs of some individuals/families including Safeguarding Children & Adults, Domestic Abuse and Mental Health

Specific skills

Essential

• Basic computer/keyboard skills Good interpersonal and communication skills, ability to adapt communication style Record keeping competency in handwritten and electronic records To be flexible, adaptable, reliable and punctual Fine motor skills - for venepuncture, phlebotomy and other clinical tasks

Desirable

• Healthcare competencies appropriate to area of work

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.

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Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced fire safety professional who can operate confidently at both strategic and operational levels.

You will have:

• Significant experience in fire safety management within a complex organisation.
• Comprehensive knowledge of:
  • HTM 05 Firecode suite
  • Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
  • Fire Safety Act 2021
  • Building Regulations
  • Building Safety Act 2022.
• Experience of undertaking, reviewing or managing fire risk assessments.
• Experience of advising senior leaders and presenting assurance information at executive level.
• Strong leadership, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex risk, competing priorities and large-scale improvement programmes.

Person Specification

Qualification and Training

Essential

• Degree in Fire Engineering, Fire Safety Management, Building Engineering or related discipline, or equivalent experience. o Level 5 Fire Risk Assessment qualification (FireQual or recognised equivalent). o Membership of the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE), Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM), National Association of Healthcare Fire Officers (NAHFO) or equivalent professional body. o Evidence of continuing professional development. o Demonstrable knowledge of: o HTM 05-01 o HTM 05-02 o HTM 05-03 o Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 o Fire Safety Act 2021 o Building Safety Act 2022 o Building Regulations and relevant British Standards

Desirable

• oChartered Fire Engineer or working towards chartership. oHealthcare Fire Safety Management qualification. oAuthorised Person (Fire) experience. oExtensive experience within an NHS healthcare environment. oExperience of leading fire safety governance arrangements within a large, complex organisation

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• oSignificant experience undertaking a senior fire safety leadership role within a complex healthcare environment. oExperience of developing and implementing Fire Safety Management Systems. oExperience providing Board-level assurance and governance reporting. oExperience leading fire risk assessment programmes and managing fire safety compliance improvement plans. oExperience of advising on capital projects, fire strategies and healthcare estate developments.

Desirable

• oHas experience of effective partnership working with other organisations at a senior level.

Specific Skills

Essential

• oLeadership and influencing skills oAbility to interpret legislation and implement compliance programmes oStrong communication and training delivery skills oHigh level/advanced IT skills required for report writing/spreadsheets, audit documents etc oLeadership - the ability to set out a clear direction and inspire others oCan prepare concise and understandable reports on complex issues. oPolicy Formulation - ability to contribute to policy formulation oWillingness to undertake appropriate training to enhance skills and professional development, where necessary travelling and staying away oAbility to be part of an on-call roster

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Newton Road

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job description and person specification for full job duties and eligibilty criteria.

Person Specification

Competence

Essential

• GCSE Grade c or above Maths and English

Desirable

• Previous NHS or legal experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Belmont Court

Old Newton Road

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Your role is a key part of the Estates Delivery function, working with colleagues in a friendly and supportive team where everyone has the opportunity to be the best they can be and which ensures that our diverse experiences are valued and respected.

Please see job description for full scope.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• BTEC/City&Guilds or equivalent training to minimum level 3 plus relevant post apprenticeship training or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Fire Door inspection qualification and experience
• Health & Safety Qualification

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• oExperience of multi skilled building fabric/carpentry trades acquired through training / experience
• oExperienced in the use of IT based control systems
• oEvidence of recent and relevant CPD
• oExperience in fire door maintenance and repair
• oKnowledge / awareness of asbestos, water, electrical and mechanical safety
• oHolds a current driving licence
• oExperience of maintenance and repair of commercial/public properties or similar and equipment

Desirable

• Knowledge of works within hospital environments
• Knowledge of NHS Technical Guidance

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

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Torbay Hospital

Lowes Bridge Road

Torquay

TQ2 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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