Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• QCF/ NVQ in Health Care Level 3 Qualification, working toward or equivalent relevant experience

Desirable

• Evidence of palliative care training and/or education

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a care setting (two year plus)

Desirable

• Experience of working with palliative care patients

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Care and Patient Support

Support the delivery of safe, effective and person-centred care across ophthalmology services.

Assist registered practitioners in the assessment, treatment and monitoring of patients throughout the care pathway.

Undertake delegated clinical duties within assessed competency and scope of practice.

Act as a chaperone when required.

Ophthalmic Diagnostic Procedures

Perform a range of ophthalmic diagnostic investigations to support clinical decision-making and patient management.

Undertake visual acuity assessments, visual field testing, retinal imaging, optical measurements and other diagnostic procedures appropriate to the role.

Record and report investigation results accurately and escalate any concerns identified during assessment.

Clinical Pathway Support

Support outpatient clinics, technician-led pathways, pre-assessment services and interventional room procedures.

Contribute to the efficient flow of patients through diagnostic and treatment pathways.

Support admission, discharge and follow-up processes as required.

Equipment and Resources

Prepare, maintain and monitor clinical equipment to ensure safe and effective service delivery.

Support stock control and ordering processes within the department.

Communication and Team Working

Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, carers, relatives and members of the multidisciplinary team to support the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Maintain patient confidentiality and handle information in accordance with Trust policies, professional standards and data protection requirements.

Contribute to effective team working and support a positive patient and staff experience.

Education and Development

Participate in mandatory, statutory and role-specific training required for the post.

Undertake competency-based training and ongoing professional development to maintain and develop ophthalmic knowledge and skills.

Participate in appraisal and personal development processes and maintain evidence of competence relevant to the role.

Governance and Quality

Maintain accurate patient records in accordance with Trust and professional standards.

Contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement and patient safety initiatives within the department.

Support the collection and use of patient feedback to enhance services and improve patient experience.

Assist in maintaining a safe, clean and effective clinical environment in line with local policies and procedures.

Person Specification

as above

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare, patient-facing, customer service or ophthalmic setting
• Experience working within an ophthalmology service

Desirable

• Experience communicating with the public in person and/or by telephone

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Mary's Hospital

Frognal Ave

Sidcup

DA14 6LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oDegree/Diploma in Physiotherapy
• oHPC Registration
• oWorking at Masters level as demonstrated by on-going CPD i.e. Masters level accreditation, lecturing on Masters level courses and research / publications
• oEvidence of post registration training in respiratory physiotherapy and management

Desirable

• oRecognised post graduate qualification e.g. MSc Respiratory Physiology
• oMembership of a special interest group
• oMember of relevant appropriate multi professional interest group e.g. BTS
• oLeadership Training
• oPost-graduate management training

Experience

Essential

• oMinimum 4 years post registration experience
• oMinimum 2 years experience in specialist cardiorespiratory care including cardiology and cardiac rehabilitation
• oHigh level of experience of complex discharge planning
• oBroad knowledge & experience of a wide range of approaches to the management of patients across a number of respiratory specialities including critical care settings, demonstrated by advanced clinical reasoning
• oHigh level of knowledge in the application of all respiratory modalities including invasive and non-invasive respiratory support
• oHigh level of knowledge of tracheostomy management including development of weaning strategies
• oPrevious experience of student supervision and clinical education
• oPrevious experience of formal presentations to multi professional groups
• oEvidence of continued professional development, reviewing current practise and research developments within cardiorespiratory, with application to clinical practise
• oUnderstanding of research methodology
• oDemonstrated understanding of the role of physiotherapy within the evolving health environment
• oClear understanding of other disciplines' roles and expectations
• oUnderstanding of all aspects of Clinical Governance including previous experience of quality issues, audit and risk management

Desirable

• oPrevious experience as a Highly specialist physiotherapist (or equivalent ) in a teaching hospital environment
• oInvolved in developing research links with other academic institutions
• oInvolved in teaching to the multi-disciplinary team as well as evaluating and auditing

Skills

Essential

• oRemains Updated with professional practice and new research
• oUnderstand the legal responsibilities of the profession
• oAble to present information, written and orally, in a clear and logical manner
• oAbility to organise, prioritise and delegate
• oWillingness to lead staff training
• oAbility to work with multi-interdisciplinary team and set team goals
• oAwareness of skill mix and service needs
• oUnderstanding of Clinical Governance and the implications for physiotherapy services including experience of quality issues and audit
• oAbility to comprehend and work within the Trust's policies of Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Health & Safety to meet the differing needs of the patients
• oAbility to keep legible and accurate notes in English in the POMR system
• oRemains updated on professional practice and new research
• oShow evidence of being self-motivated
• oAble to carry out moderate to intense physical effort throughout the working day and carry out concurrent activities.
• oAbility to cope with working in a stressful and unpredictable environment.
• oResearch skills
• oAbility to lead and motivate others

Desirable

• oCompetent IT skills
• oPresentation skills
• oAbility to run courses - internal/external
• oCommittee membership e.g. Health & Safety

Knowledge

Essential

• oExperience in service development
• oSpecialist knowledge of the holistic treatment and management of heart failure
• oBroad knowledge and understanding of the impact and management frailty

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of the holistic treatment and management of acute heart failure

Other

Essential

• oPhysically fit and able to comply with Trust Manual Handling Guidelines
• oAble to perform emergency duties
• oProfessional demeanour
• oAble to alter their working patterns to include working extended hours (between 8am and 8pm Monday to Friday), unsociable hours (8pm to 8am Monday to Friday) and weekend working (8pm Friday to 8am Monday). This may be via additional on-call hours, shift pattern or another system.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St George’s Hospital

Blackshaw Road

London

SW17 0QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The post-holder will work within the North Tyneside Talking Therapies Service providing high volume low intensity psychological interventions as a qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP)
• The post holder will provide a range of low intensity CBT based (cognitive behavioural therapy) self management interventions to support a caseload of clients who experience mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety and depression.
• The post holder will deliver evidence-based psychological interventions in line with the Talking Therapies manual and NICE guidelines to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients
• The post holder will be committed to continual professional development as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
• To role model compassionate and inclusive leadership practices within your role in order to support a collective leadership culture within the service and trust. This means demonstrating a consistent leadership style which (a) engages, enables and empowers others (b) demonstrates psychologically safe behaviours, and (c) contributes team working and collaboration within teams / departments and across organisational boundaries

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification from Low Intensity PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate in mental health) or equivalent PWP apprenticeship qualification)
• Professional registration with BABCP/BPS - Post holder will be expected to complete this within 6 months of appointment.

Desirable

• IAPT Low Intensity Supervision Qualification

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working in the local community
• Evidence of working with people who have experienced a mental health problem.
• Experience of delivering Low Intensity Interventions in an IAPT model.
• Experience of assessing patient's suitability for IAPT therapies.
• Experience of working in a service with agreed targets in place - demonstrating clinical outcomes
• Received training (either formal or through experience) and carried out risk assessments within scope of practice

Desirable

• Experience of working in Primary Care Services
• Experience of peer supervising PWP's delivering Low Intensity Interventions
• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods

Other requirements

Desirable

• It is desirable that the post holder has a valid driving license and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hadrian Health Centre

Elton Street East

Wallsend

NE28 8QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To manage and oversee the social visitor accreditation process through liaison with social workers, multi-disciplinary teams and security staff in line with visiting procedures and ensuring this is communicated to relevant departments.
• To act as Ward Carer Link for a particular care stream as part of the Triangle of Care (TOC) agenda providing 1:1 support, organise and facilitate any staff group sessions aiding with TOC assessments, carer information and attend ward community meetings.
• To improve patient and carer experience of the ward and enhance carers/ ward staff communication.
• To support and facilitate onsite visits between social visitors and patients often being the sole member of staff on those visits. This includes leading on onsite child and virtual visits.
• To organise and book any interpreters required for any social visit. To provide the technical instruction / equipment or assistance to ward staff if required for MS Teams Interpreters.
• To navigate clinical systems (RIO) to gain relevant patient information (mental/physical/risk/ historical and current issues prior to social visits) & to feedback and report on patient / carer contact.
• To liaise with social workers and ward staff prior to supporting any visit and feedback to the wider MDT (Multi-Disciplinary Team) about visits or issues raised in carer contact via the Trust wide RIO patient recording system.
• To maintain accurate, timely and relevant clinical records. To maintain the safe custody of healthcare records or other confidential information.
• To support and be on the ward if we are there to release a ward staff member to enable an onsite or purple visit to go ahead.
• To assist organising and supporting social visitor meetings and involvement events at Rampton Hospital. To develop and ensure carer involvement.
• Support planned collaborative events at specific points of the year (e.g. National Volunteering Week, Mental Health Awareness Week, National Carers Week, patient Oscar events etc) to share and celebrate the positive contribution volunteers and Carers make to our organisation, our services and to the lives of patients.
• To support ward staff in the implementation the patient / carer communication plans.
• To support relevant carer awareness training sessions to staff as required.
• To maintain safeguarding responsibilities for children and vulnerable adults in line with Trust policy, and Local Authority procedure and guidance, including making timely child and adult safeguarding referrals, as required.

NB: this is not an exhaustive list of duties and may be changed in line with service needs in conjunction with the post holder.

A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Person Specification

Values

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion, Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
• Demonstrate clear understanding of Safeguarding

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Ability to undertake essential training, particularly Positive Management of Violence and Aggression
• Ability to walk and escort visitors around the high secure site

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent registered qualification in Health & Social Care or experience of working in a Health or Social Care setting
• A good standard of general education including GCSE in Maths and English or equivalent

Training

Essential

• Microsoft Office programs i.e. Database, Excel, Word, Powerpoint

Desirable

• Counselling skills training
• Carer awareness training
• Involvement, Experience or Participation training

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with people with a mental health issue, or personality disorders
• Experience of working with patients/service users with a mental illness or personality disorder within a mental health care setting, e.g. community, hospital, prison, young offender institute or forensic unit

Knowledge

Essential

• Adult & Child Safeguarding
• Awareness of Carers rights and needs
• Confidentiality and data protection
• Knowledge of computer packages, e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint IT Skills

Desirable

• Triangle of Care
• Knowledge of the principles underpinning diversity, equal opportunity, anti-oppressive practice & mental health
• Involvement, Experience and Participation ethos

Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deal with and prepare routine verbal and written correspondence
• Ability to communicate accurately, verbally, courteously and effectively with a wide range of patients, carers and staff
• To develop and maintain high level communication and relationships with a range of different teams across the hospital
• Good numeracy and literacy skills

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• Commitment to covering a 7-day a week service, requires significant weekend and bank holiday working
• Access to own car and insurance for business mileage/or willingness to drive the hospital pool car (reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.)

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Rampton Hospital

Woodbeck

Nr Retford

DN220PD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job summary:

Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.

Provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone

Person Specification

Qualifications

Desirable

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

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

Denton Medical Practice

Address

100 Ashton Road

Denton

Manchester

M34 3JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

To ensure that all statutory requirements outlined in the IntraHealth personnel procedures and policies are personally adhered to.

To be familiar with and conform to responsibilities under the Data Protection Act as identified by IntraHealth.

To undertake duties as necessary, in line with the changing needs of the company. To participate in the annual appraisal and knowledge and skills framework profiling process. Any necessary training will be provided.

Acts in a way that acknowledge individuals rights to make their own decision and recognise their responsibilities.

Facilitates others to identify their current level of knowledge and skills, their learning needs and best practice.

To support others in the development and application of knowledge and skills in practice

Identify resource issues which affect learning, development and performance and alerts the appropriate managers.

Communication

Delivering a quality service

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

· Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

· Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision

· Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the team’s performance

· Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patient’s needs

· Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Overview

• Opening/closing premises.
• Preparing /organising rooms i.e. stock replenishment and ensuring an adequate supply of stationery is at hand for clinicians.
• Ensuring the reception area is tidy, safe and welcoming.
• Making appointments for health care professionals using the surgery premises.
• Dealing with External agencies – e.g. District Nurses, Health Visitors, secondary care, 3rd sector organisation and Primary Care Bodies.
• Greeting and directing patients on arrival and checking patients them into their appointments.
• Dealing with patient’s general/routine enquiries and requests.
• Answering telephones – receiving and forwarding messages.
• Making patient appointments and giving appointment cards.
• Registering new patients, temporary residents, emergency patients and those requiring immediate necessary treatment.
• Arranging appointments for medicals and other non-routine appointments.
• Ordering emergency ambulances and distribution of correct telephone number for routine ambulance bookings.
• Dealing with requests for home visits, taking accurate information and entering the information onto the medical system.
• Making and dealing telephone calls as required.
• Dealing with requests and handing out repeat medication prescriptions.
• Open and distribute internal & external Mail.
• Posting of letters and parcels.
• Taking specimen samples to collection point.
• Receive and action messages for internal and external members of staff
• Ensure information regarding any urgent or unresolved matters are passed to the appropriate person/line manager at the end of your working hours.
• Emptying pathology lab results bag.
• Date stamping results and appropriate filing of information.
• Filing of medical records, letters and test results.
• Ordering and sorting of the medical records and their maintenance (replacing worn out covers etc.) where necessary.
• Keeping all data on the medical system up-to-date.
• Recording and checking answering machine throughout the day.
• Entering patient information onto the computer in a timely and accurate manner.
• The handing out of letters, completed forms, completed passport applications, specimen bottles, self-certifications forms.
• Accepting requests for the completion of forms, e.g. hospital pre-admission drug check lists, private health insurance claim forms, passports, etc. (checking if there is a fee payable, informing the patient of the charge).
• Taking and receiving payments for services, e.g., insurance claims.
• Ensuring petty cash items are recorded on patient notes and entered correctly in the income or expenditure columns.
• Summarization of patient’s medical records on the medical system.
• Scanning documentation into the patients medical records.
• Utilising clerical and secretarial skills to ensure that letters/referrals/medical reports are undertaken in a timely manner (if required/applicable).
• Utilising Choose and Book (if required/applicable).
• Utilising ICE or other systems (if required/applicable).
• To assist with target led areas: QOF, KPI’s, DES, LES and NES etc.
• The handling of complaints in line with company procedure.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in an receptionist/administrative role

Desirable

• Experience working on Clinical Computer systems

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective communicator, with the ability to liaise appropriately at all levels
• Proficient in the use of computerised systems (Microsoft Word and Excel) to a level to enable the production of high standard of work
• Demonstrable team working skills
• Very good interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Process management
• Demonstrate an understanding of the data protection act and patient confidentiality, clinical and information governance and Caldicott requirements.

Attitudes

Essential

• Capacity to work calmly under pressure and to deadlines
• Conscientious
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter
• Flexible and proactive attitude
• Enthusiasm for the role
• Flexible approach to work, in line with the needs of the service such as evening or weekend working as necessary
• Able to work as part of a team

Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of general education or 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

Intrahealth Ltd

Address

Belmont Surgery

Broomside Lane

Durham

DH1 2QW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Business administration L4 or equivalent experience Or City & Guilds (AMSPAR) Level 3Diploma in Medical administration or equivalent medical secretary experience
• RSA /OCR level 3 or equivalent experience or qualification in typing
• ECDL or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Management qualification or working towards
• NVQ 3 Customer Service

Experience

Essential

• Experience of coordinating administration activities.
• Experience of working as a medical secretary
• Experience of organising workload and people

Desirable

• Previous NHS Experience

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Advanced typing skills
• Will work unsupervised
• Excellent organisational skills
• Will prioritise own workload
• Minute taking experience

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence of Continual Personal development
• Knowledge and ability to use Microsoft office applications

Desirable

• ESR Self Service (or equivalent experience using it)
• Knowledge of Referral To Treatment process (RTT)

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Good team working ethic
• Enthusiasm and commitment
• Proactive and positive attitude
• Be innovative to meet the challenges of a changing organisation
• Customer focused approach

Other

Essential

• If required be able to travel between sites if relevant to the demands of the post

Desirable

• Welsh speaker

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ty Derbyn Wrexham

Wrexham Maelor Hospital, Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Specialist, Haematology - Band 7 Salary: £53,931 to £64,710 Hours: 37.5 Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent This is an opportunity to join an experienced and supportive Haematology team where your specialist knowledge will be valued, and your work will make a meaningful difference to patients and their families. You will have the autonomy to manage complex patient pathways while working closely with respected consultants, nurses and other specialist colleagues. You will also be supported to continue developing professionally, contribute to education and service improvement, and help shape the future of our haematology and transplant services. A little about the role We are looking for an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist who is passionate about providing expert, compassionate and personalised care to patients throughout their haematology journey. You will support patients and their families from diagnosis through treatment and follow up, including those referred for haematopoietic stem cell transplantation and CAR T cell therapy. You will help people understand their options, make informed decisions and feel supported during what can be a difficult and uncertain time. As a core member of the multidisciplinary team, you will manage your own caseload and coordinate complex pathways across inpatient and outpatient services. You will build trusted relationships with patients, families and colleagues while ensuring care remains safe, joined up and responsive to individual needs. This is also an opportunity to provide clinical leadership, share your specialist knowledge and contribute to improvements across our haemato oncology and transplant services. What You'll Be Doing

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• first level degree in Nursing

Experience

Essential

• * At least five years of post-registration nursing experience
• * A minimum of three years' experience within haemato-oncology
• * Evidence of further professional development within haematology, oncology or cancer care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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 London Clinic

Address

22 Devonshire Place

West End

W1G 6JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Title: Palliative Care and Symptom Control Clinical Nurse Specialist Department: Cancer Nursing Location: Duchess of Devonshire Wing, 22 Devonshire Place, London, W1G 6JA Salary: £53,931 to £64,710 per annum, depending on experience Hours: Monday to Friday Contract: 10 month fixed term contract A little about the role This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our established Palliative Care and Symptom Control team at The London Clinic. You will provide expert, compassionate support to patients living with life limiting illnesses, helping them achieve the best possible quality of life throughout their care. Working across inpatient and outpatient services, you will independently manage a specialist caseload while collaborating closely with Consultants, nursing teams and the wider multidisciplinary team. This is a highly visible and influential role where your specialist knowledge, clinical judgement and communication skills will make a meaningful difference to patients and their families. What you'll be doing

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nursing Degree/NMC

Experience

Essential

• NMC registration
• Significant post registration experience within acute oncology
• Minimum 1-year experience as a Palliative Care CNS/Senior band 6/7 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.

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 London Clinic

Address

22 Devonshire Place

West End

W1G 6JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Education and Training Quality Improvement and Performance

• To emphasise the importance and promote the development of a quality learning environment for all learners.
• To support Postgraduate Deans in meeting all NHSE statutory requirements.

Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality Improvement

• Assist in the development of quality processes which are complementary across the healthcare workforce.
• To support the use of clinical skills training and simulation (where appropriate/applicable), stressing the importance of teamwork and human factors.

School Programme Management

To oversee the Specialtys Regional Training Programme and advise Postgraduate Deans and Heads of School on the following matters:

• Specialty-specific matters and trainee/trainer concerns;
• Recruitment to training posts and programmes;
• Postgraduate programme management, including assessments, progression, rotations, support and remediation, OOP management, trainee management, careers support, less than full-time training, inter-deanery transfer, academic training and other related work-streams.
• To provide reports to the Specialty Training Committee and School Board
• To complete the annual school development plan

Educational and Workforce Development

• To advise and support the Postgraduate Dean in educational and workforce development elements, including professional development of the educational faculty
• To support compliance with requirements particularly with regard to the supervision and support for trainees and learners.
• To identify learning needs and support provision of educational appraisal, educator development and resource for faculty, trainees and learners.
• To create and promote shared learning opportunities to increase effective inter-professional working across the School.

Intelligence Support/ provision

• To ensure local intelligence processes inform quality management processes.
• To engage with information systems (trainee database, post establishments).

Strategic Workforce Development and Commissioning

• To contribute to workforce planning, ensuring clinical engagement with local and national workforce planning processes.
• To develop educational programmes where needed to support achievement of curriculum competencies, engaging with commissioning processes as required.
• To identify and support the implementation of alternative workforce solutions within the School.
• To advise the Postgraduate Dean on commissioning and decommissioning activities.

Finance

• To engage with financial business planning processes and associated School budgets as needed.
• To ensure compliance with procurement requirements.

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
• A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
• Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
• Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
• Excellent communication, counselling and liaison skills - a readiness to listen and empathise
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress

Desirable

• Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
• Ability to attend relevant national and local College and NHSE EoE meetings

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Royal Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
• Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
• Trained in Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
• Have up to date knowledge of the specialty's curriculum, portfolio, examinations and other assessment methods.
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, own appraisal processes
• Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters
• Awareness of the issues around dealing with trainees who are failing to progress or otherwise require additional support

Desirable

• Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
• Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education
• Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
• Current or recent past member of the relevant STC

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Primary clinical healthcare qualification
• Membership/Fellowship of a Royal College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)

Desirable

• Educational qualification such as a Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education.

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

NHS England

Address

Victoria House

East Capital Park, Fulbourn

Cambridge

CB21 5XB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Up to GCSE standard for Maths and English or equivalent experience. Required to hold NVQ Level 3 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• ECDL

Experience

Essential

• Experience of office and administration procedures

Desirable

• Experience in more than one clinical area. Experience in managing clinic diaries/appointment schedules

Aptitude and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly and precisely both verbally and in writing. Able to assess a situation and act decisively. Demonstrate a breadth of experience and ability to apply this to practice. Demonstrate recent effective contribution to multidisciplinary working. Has the ability to independently make clinical decisions. Good attention to detail. Able to identify links and potential problems when assessing a situation. Observant. Basic computer skills. Demonstrate a good understanding of audit and its application to uses in practice

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh. Experience in stock management. Experience of understanding research/audit

Knowledge

Essential

• IT skills to be competent using Microsoft Office(outlook, excel, word). Awareness of Health and Safety Regulations. Good written and verbal communication

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic, motivated and approachable. Ability to motivate and lead others. Awareness and willingness to be involved in implementing change. Able to challenge and offer viable alternatives. Strength of character and confidence to manage opposition and overcome obstacles in a positive and non- threatening way. Able to work in complex situations

Other

Essential

• Committed to continuous professional development. Travel throughout North Wales

Desirable

• Welsh speaking Be prepared to work flexible hours

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

to be agreed

to be agreed

to be agreed

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Whats next?

• If youre successful, youll be invited to an interview and assessment day on Thursday 1st October or Friday 2nd october 2026. followed by unpaid classroom training which will include 3 days of blended training delivered via Microsoft teams, covering the 15 standards of the care certificate and a day on Mental Health. There will also be one in-person training day to cover basic life support and manual handing. Training dates to be confirmed.

After the programme

As your first step in healthcare with the NHS, this could provide you with the opportunity to progress your career by accessing further training outside of the programme. In time, you could become a Senior Healthcare Assistant. After that, you could then apply to train as an Assistant Practitioner or Nursing Associate, enabling further career avenues such as a Nurse, Podiatrist or Midwife.

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Disclaimer

Please note, you will be contacted by email throughout the recruitment process, so please check your emails, including your junk/spam regularly. We regret we cannot contact everyone who is not selected for an interview, therefore if you do not hear from us within 21 days after submitting your application, please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Basic English and Maths skills are required, otherwise no specific qualifications are required.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Professionals Limited

Address

Langdon Hospital

Exeter Road

Dawlish

Devon

EX70NR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Education and Training Quality Improvement and Performance

• To emphasise the importance and promote the development of a quality learning environment for all learners.
• To support Postgraduate Deans in meeting all NHSE statutory requirements.

Patient Safety and Healthcare Quality Improvement

• Assist in the development of quality processes which are complementary across the healthcare workforce.
• To support the use of clinical skills training and simulation (where appropriate/applicable), stressing the importance of teamwork and human factors.

School Programme Management

To oversee the Specialtys Regional Training Programme and advise Postgraduate Deans and Heads of School on the following matters:

• Specialty-specific matters and trainee/trainer concerns;
• Recruitment to training posts and programmes;
• Postgraduate programme management, including assessments, progression, rotations, support and remediation, OOP management, trainee management, careers support, less than full-time training, inter-deanery transfer, academic training and other related work-streams.
• To provide reports to the Specialty Training Committee and School Board
• To complete the annual school development plan

Educational and Workforce Development

• To advise and support the Postgraduate Dean in educational and workforce development elements, including professional development of the educational faculty
• To support compliance with requirements particularly with regard to the supervision and support for trainees and learners.
• To identify learning needs and support provision of educational appraisal, educator development and resource for faculty, trainees and learners.
• To create and promote shared learning opportunities to increase effective inter-professional working across the School.

Intelligence Support/ provision

• To ensure local intelligence processes inform quality management processes.
• To engage with information systems (trainee database, post establishments).

Strategic Workforce Development and Commissioning

• To contribute to workforce planning, ensuring clinical engagement with local and national workforce planning processes.
• To develop educational programmes where needed to support achievement of curriculum competencies, engaging with commissioning processes as required.
• To identify and support the implementation of alternative workforce solutions within the School.
• To advise the Postgraduate Dean on commissioning and decommissioning activities.

Finance

• To engage with financial business planning processes and associated School budgets as needed.
• To ensure compliance with procurement requirements.

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
• A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
• Politically astute with an ability to sensitively manage complexity and uncertainty
• Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
• Excellent communication, counselling and liaison skills - a readiness to listen and empathise
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Committed to own personal development and an ability to support others to develop and progress

Desirable

• Ability to rapidly establish academic credibility
• Ability to attend relevant national and local College and NHSE EoE meetings

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi-professional team
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Royal Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
• Understanding of the workforce transformation agenda
• Trained in Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
• Have up to date knowledge of the specialty's curriculum, portfolio, examinations and other assessment methods.
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, own appraisal processes
• Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters
• Awareness of the issues around dealing with trainees who are failing to progress or otherwise require additional support

Desirable

• Previous or current appointment as a leader in healthcare education
• Awareness of funding streams for healthcare education
• Understanding of current health, social care and education policy
• Current or recent past member of the relevant STC

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Primary clinical healthcare qualification
• Membership/Fellowship of a Royal College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the Trainer, etc.)

Desirable

• Educational qualification such as a Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma or Masters in Medical Education.

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

NHS England

Address

Victoria House

East Capital Park, Fulbourn

Cambridge

CB21 5XB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment.Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see our Policy for eligible vacancies.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as follows if applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00. Deducted from salary over following 4 months or one off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Medical secretarial duties
• Medical audio typing.
• Medical word processing
• Operating word processing and computer packages
• Computer literate.
• Medical terminology
• Microsoft Office
• PAS
• Understanding of the requirements of the Data Protection Act, Freedom of Information Act, access to health records and defensible documentation, health and safety legislation, and their application in the workplace.
• Equality issues

Qualifications

Essential

• oGCSE English language (minimum grade C) or equivalent.
• oRSA 3 typewriting / word processing, or NVQ3 business administration, or equivalent.

Desirable

• oMedical secretarial diploma or equivalent.

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• oEffective communication and interpersonal skills.
• oAble to analyse complex facts or situations.
• oAble to use initiative appropriately within team environment.
• oAble to work without supervision.
• oAbility to organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Willing to learn

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cumberland Infirmary

Newtown Road

Carlisle, Cumbria

CA2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Administration: • To have sound knowledge and understanding of the Practice procedures. • To work in accordance of written protocol • Opening up/ locking-up of Practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with Practice protocols • Pulling/filing notes for surgeries and update as necessary • Filing post in medical records if applicable • Photocopy as requested • Ensuring messages and information is passed on to relevant members of staff and outside agencies • Distributing clinical documents to clinical staff • Action tasks assigned by Clinicians and passing on relevant information. • Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail • Taking messages and passing on information • Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team members and associated healthcare agencies and providers • Providing clerical assistance to practice staff as required from time to time, including filing, photocopying and scanning Reception: • Maintaining and monitoring the Practice appointments system • Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional • Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with Practice procedures • Work on a rotational basis to cover reception • Supporting patients who attend the surgery to collect repeat prescriptions Appointments: • Process appointment requests for today / future appointments from patients by telephone and in person • Deal with visits requests Telephone: • Have working knowledge of telephone system, during and after hours. • Provide an efficient system of answering the telephone using a courteous and friendly manner • Take patients through care navigation to provide the patient with the most appropriate care Other Tasks: • Ensure reception area is kept tidy and ready for use • Ensure building security – have thorough knowledge of doors/windows/alarm • Provide refreshments if requested • Any other tasks allocated by the Practice Management • To action repeat medication requests from the surgery website and patient online systems at least twice daily. • To collect repeat prescription requests from the fax machine, post box and reception. • To liaise with patients and chemists regarding queries and requests. • To ensure repeat medication is issued in line with the protocols that are already in place, and ensure that any queries raised are dealt with quickly and correctly. • To ensure that patient queries on medication are highlighted to the relevant GP/NP/Pharmacist • To regularly go through prescriptions ‘not picked up’ and ‘unlikely to be picked up’ as a result of the timescale, to remove the details from the patient records and then destroy the prescription Computer: • General data input and information retrieving • Registration of new patients – computer data entry and medical records. • Process change of patient details e.g. change of address, both electronically and paper records • Support work of Prescription Line by processing repeat prescription requests in accordance with Practice guidelines as and when necessary. • Scanning clinical documents into patient records if required • Opportunistic data checking of patient demographic details Confidentiality: • In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately • In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential • Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Health & safety: The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others’ health, safety and security as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the Practice Health & Safety manual, and the Practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include: • Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines • Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manage those risks • Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills • Using appropriate Infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards • Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised • Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holder’s role • Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually) • Reporting potential risks identified Equality and diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: • Acting in a way that recognises the importance of people’s rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation • Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues • Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to the individual and is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights. Personal/ professional development: The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include: • Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development • Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work • Regularly visit GP Teamnet to view amendments to Policies and Procedures Quality: The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will: • Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk • Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision • Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the team’s performance • Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs • Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Communication: The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: • Communicate effectively with other team members • Communicate effectively with patients and carers • Recognise people’s needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the implementation of services: The post-holder will: • Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance • Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work • Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or above

Desirable

• GCSE Mathematics and English (Grade C or above)

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident.
• Flexible and cooperative.
• Motivated and enthusiastic.
• Forward thinker.
• High level of integrity and loyalty.
• Sensitive and empathetic in difficult situations.
• Ability to work under pressure.

Other

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours.
• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral).
• Strong IT skills.
• Effective time management.
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to follow policy and procedure.

Desirable

• Experience of SystmOne

Experience

Essential

• Experience of administrative duties.
• Experience of working with the general public.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP Practice.
• Experience of working in primary care.
• Experience of processing prescriptions and medication requests.

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

Moorlands Surgery

Address

139a Willow Road

Darlington

Co Durham

DL3 9JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

The essential criteria for this role includes the requirement to have a care certificate or the willingness and ability to undertake this. For further information please see the attached Care Certificate document attached.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.