Job description

Job responsibilities

To work within the childrens therapy service, developing effective clinical interventions within the speciality of paediatrics in order to contribute to clinical practice in the team in line with current evidence base.

To manage autonomously a clinical workload of patients / clients at a specialist level, assessing and treating patients and maintaining clinical records.

To have specialist assessment and treatment skills in the areas listed but not limited to:

v Triage and prioritization of patients referred to the team

v Assessment and treatment of children and young people with complex needs

v Assessment and provision of therapeutic equipment

v Training/ supporting others to manage the childs condition

v Joint goal setting and problem solving

v Use of appropriate outcome measures

v Transfer of care planning and discharge of patients from the team

To apply evidence based knowledge within the specialist clinical area acquired through experience and academic study to a specialist post graduate level.

To act, within the childrens therapy service, as a resource and provide advice for Occupational Therapists, other professionals and colleagues within the MDT about the assessment, treatment, management and care of patients / clients who have a multi-pathological illness and/or complex psychosocial need.

To work collaboratively with education, health and social care community and acute colleagues.

To work with other members of the MDT to ensure effective care pathways and transfer of care / discharges.

To proactively and appropriately facilitate a seamless transfer of care and continuing therapeutic management of children/ young people.

To work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary manner within the MDT, being able to debate the blurring of boundaries across professions and where competent take on aspects of blurred boundary working, where appropriate.

To develop highly specialist programmes of assessment, treatment and intervention.

To manage and prioritise own clinical workload as appropriate, working efficiently to manage professional time and delegate according to the training and competency levels of other team members to ensure the effective delivery of the service.

To participate in the supervision process with staff on a daily basis and for students as required.

To ensure a high standard of patient care is provided including implementing and reviewing clinical standards relevant to the work undertaken.

To provide specialist assessment and advice for the multidisciplinary team and actively participate in MDT meetings as appropriate.

Person Specification

Training

Essential

• Relevant Degree
• Registered with HCPC
• Evidence of Postgraduate Training relevant to the post

Desirable

• Clinical Educator training
• Studied at Masters level or equivalent
• Member of Professional Body

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience demonstrating ability to assess, treat and evaluate care in paediatrics
• Good Clinical Reasoning skills
• Evidence of CPD, self-directed learning and Reflective Practice
• Understanding of Clinical Governance
• Critical Appraisal Skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, NSF's and local/national initiatives

Desirable

• Experience of developing others
• Experience in contributing to service improvements e.g. Audit, patient information etc.
• Experience in dealing with complaints
• Experience in supervising and training others
• Teaching/Presentation skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of child development and a range of common paediatric conditions

Desirable

• Relevant Accredited Postgraduate Training

Clinical

Essential

• Ability to carry out specialist assessments and treatments and evaluate intervention in terms of quality and outcomes for children and their families.
• Knowledge and experience of the principles and practice of partnership working within a multi-disciplinary team team
• Knowledge and understanding of national and local priorities pertaining to children.

Desirable

• Previous experience working at Band 6 level with children with complex needs.

Non clinical

Essential

• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate appropriately using knowledge of blurred boundary / competency frameworks
• Excellent Time Management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with people with complex difficulties and in difficult situations
• Recognises own limitations and have willingness to share and learn from others
• Ability to concentrate and work in conditions requiring emotional demands
• Ability to identify and articulate own training needs
• Self motivated with ability to work independently and influence others
• Excellent Team Player
• Ability to make decisions and problem solve when dealing with routine situations

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

Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Halifax/Huddersfield

CHFT at Broad Street Plaza/Princess Royal Health Centre

Halifax/Huddersfield

HX1 1UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assess, diagnose and develop individual care/treatment plans for a range of conditions, some of which will be highly complex or will be for patients with complex clinical and social needs.

To be responsible for reassessing patients care as treatment progress and alter treatment programme as appropriate.

To undertake highly specialist assessment and treatment of patients who may present with long term multiple conditions or with complex presentations of fatigue, brain fog, low mood.

To be able to prioritise on needs-based care approach.

To demonstrate excellent communication within MDT and other stakeholders.

To participate in local and cross borough Inservice training, deliver training and promote the service

To keep accurate up-to-date records on patient care and equipment provision, which comply with quality standards of Trust/Professional/Service policies, meet legal requirements and that can be shared with colleagues and carers when appropriate.

To ensure a high standard of clinical and professional practice.

Please see attached Job description for full details of duties and responsibilities

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• Evidence of relevant CPD
• Health Care Professionals Council Registration

Desirable

• Membership of special interest group
• MSc post graduate training

Experience

Essential

• NHS Experience in acute and community in core areas of rotation eg medical, surgical, orthopaedic, neurology, care of elderly
• Experience of leading Audit
• Experience of supervision / teaching
• Understanding of clinical governance

Desirable

• Experience of leading a team

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Clinical triage and managing long term complex conditions
• Sound assessment skills with advanced clinical reasoning and analytical ability especially with multipathology, fatigue management, vocational rehabilitation and brain fog
• Ability to critically appraise information/journal articles
• Keyboard skills and ability to access information via the internet
• Evidence of self-directed learning and reflective practice
• Ability to work independently and prioritise workload and pressures
• A sound theoretical knowledge of manual dexterity skills and therapeutic manual handling techniques
• Presentation skills and the ability to pass these skills and knowledge to others
• Knowledge of developments within NHS community and occupational therapy profession
• Good understanding of role of the Occupational Therapist in rehabilitation as well as the role of other professionals in MDT
• Knowledge & understanding of the role of Social Services and voluntary agencies

Desirable

• Experience of complex vocational rehabilitation intervention/ report writing and fit note
• An understanding of NHS Referral pathways
• Excellent IT skills for audits, electronic notes, digital apps including Outlook, Word, Excel, databases etc

Personal attributes

Essential

• Excellent time management and prioritisation
• Able to work flexibly and travel across sites to meet service needs
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Good problem solving abilities
• An understanding of providing services in a diverse patient population community

Desirable

• Car User

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

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Clinic site in Ealing and Hillingdon ( Beaufort House )

Ealing Day Treatment Centre Britten Drive London

Southall

UB1 2SH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information regarding the main responsibilities of the role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

• To ensure that confidentiality is maintained with regard to the business of the services at all times.
• To liaise effectively with their line manager
• To provide general non-clinical information and guidance regarding the Whittington Health Community Services to the referrers, patients, carers and the general public, in an appropriate manner
• To ensure that the patient understands the information regarding their appointment and their responsibilities in lines with Whittington Health Service guidelines
• To manage all correspondence generated by the Community Services to patients, GPs, and other health professionals in line with the Whittington Health procedures and protocols.
• To be able to utilise sensitive communication skills to ensure the patient, carer or other health professionals are happy with the care processes

• To participate in the Trusts Appraisal system under the supervision of the Manager and Team Leader and attend any training courses as deemed appropriate to meet the objectives of the service and for personal development
• To take responsibility for self-development on a continuous basis, undertaking on-the- job training as training is required.
• To the complete of all mandatory training required by the organisation and ensure all modules are within date

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE/o Level or equivalent / Higher Education to A level or or equivalent experience
• Excellent written/spoken English

Experience

Essential

• Previous Admin/Office experience
• Previous NHS experience.
• Previous experience of booking and changing appointments
• Previous Experience of Using RIO
• Knowledge of a range of computerised software including Microsoft packages. E A/I Previous Experience of
• Previous experience of dealing with the public face to face and over the telephone
• Previous experience of using other patient Data entry Systems

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to act appropriately in stressful situations
• Willingness to undertake and use training relevant to the post
• Ability to communicate in a clear and professional manner

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Personally/professionally responsible
• Flexible approach to changing circumstances and departmental needs
• Good organisation, time management and prioritisation 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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Dartmouth Park Hill

Dartmouth Park Hill

London

N19 5JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

A. Leadership

1. To support the development of well functioning integrated teams by modelling effective team working and communication skills, and by supporting change within the service.

2. To ensure that individuals within the teams are aware of and work within the Trust policies and procedures. To ensure the maintenance of up to date, accurate records that comply with local and national standards.

3. To develop and maintain effective and appropriate communication systems with staff and colleagues within Whittington Health, Childrens Centres, Schools and GP Practices.

4. To take every reasonable step to see that the working environment is safe, healthy and hazard free for staff and users, including ensuring that infection control procedures are in place.

5. To facilitate the use of information technology and ensure that relevant and up to date information on clinical and service developments are provided to agreed timescales.

6. To participate in audit, research projects and/or innovations following agreed policy and protocol.

7. To participate in the induction of newly appointed team members and support with students on placement within the team.

B. Clinical

1. To work closely with colleagues in the Health Visiting team in the planning and delivery of health promotion activities and public health initiatives in a variety of settings.

2. To work closely with colleagues in the Health Visiting team to meet the specific health needs of individual children and families, including carrying out programmes of work in the home.

3. To provide and promote access to information and other services, to refer as appropriate. To liaise and work in partnership with statutory and non-statutory agencies, and other health services colleagues.

4. To work in partnership with local Childrens Centres to involve parents with the programme and to have an input in the planning and delivery of services.

5. To participate in multi-agency working and develop links with local nurseries and other community groups. Under the supervision of the Health Visitor, work with families with complex medical/developmental needs and attend Team Around the Family (TAF) meetings where appropriate.

6. To work in partnership with colleagues and other professionals to promote healthy lifestyles and healthy schools through health promoting activities. To provide health promotion/education in a range of settings and with groups and individuals.

7. To carry out ASQs/health reviews on children at 1 and 2 years of age and review/refer as appropriate. To regularly monitor children with identified needs.

8. Manage a caseload of children with SEND, under the supervision of the Health Visitor. Liaising with the multiagency network to ensure the childrens identified health needs are addressed.

9. To undertake Transfer In Visits for universal families, as directed by the Health Visitor.

10. To undertake bloodspot sampling, following appropriate training.

11. To work with the team to support children, young people and families who are vulnerable or at risk. Under the supervision of the Health Visitor, undertake identified pieces of work with Universal Plus (UP) and Partnership Plus (UPP) families. To adhere to current Local Safeguarding Board and London Child Protection Procedures and attend child protection supervision.

12. Work with the Health Visitors and School Nurses on the transition of children into reception in primary school.

13. To undertake mandatory training, and service specific training as required to maintain skills and competencies.

14. To support with managing well baby clinics and to lead, where appropriate.

1. To support opportunities for ongoing involvement of children, young people, parents and carers in development of services and quality assurance.

D. Quality Assurance

1. To adhere to Clinical Governance mechanisms and monitoring systems that assures the quality of the service.

2. To comply with Whittington Health infection control standards and policies, and attendance at infection control training.

Person Specification

Qualifications and experience

Essential

• One of the following-NNEB, Diploma in Childcare and Education, Level 3 BTEC in Early years, NVQ Level 3 in Early years and Education
• Experience working in the community and/or with children and families
• Experience working within a Health Visiting team

Desirable

• Previous experience working in a Health Visiting team

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

Essential

• Excellent communication skills: IT, written and oral
• Willingness to support management of change.
• Knowledge of current legislation and national guidance.
• Ability to apply research to practice.
• Understanding of the safeguarding process and child protection procedures, clinical governance arrangements and the ability to make decisions in these areas.
• Ability to set personal objectives, and manage time, priorities and stressful situationsA/I
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Commitment to the development of excellent services, which focus on improved outcomes for children.
• Awareness of Equal Opportunities and Valuing Diversity
• Knowledge of infection control standards.

Desirable

• High levels of clinical skills, with the ability to identify, respond to and evaluate health needs.
• Ability to delegate work appropriately and safely.

Ability to travel

Essential

• Able to travel to homes and clinics across Barnet

Desirable

• Car driver with full license

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Edgware Community Hospital

Barnet

HA8 0AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a management position with primary responsibility for the operational and financial delivery of commercial and non commercial research across two Primary Care settings.

You will:

1. Ensure the delivery and continued growth of a reputable and efficient research function, maintaining the highest standards in line with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and all regulatory requirements.

2. Responsible for the operational and financial management of the research function on a day to day basis, ensuring that the team delivers its roles and responsibilities for all elements of research governance, quality and assurance.

3. Provide expert research management and governance advice across the partnerships and external teams.

4. Contribute to the strategic direction of the Research Team.

5. Be responsible for ensuring the Expression of Interest / Study Selection process for the relevant specialty is undertaken in an efficient and effective manner.

6. Be responsible for ensuring that the approval of new studies are rapidly achieved and acted upon by the Research Team.

7. Oversee the setting up, organisation and running of a clinical trial within the practices to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines within the Research Governance framework and adhering to other related regulations/SOPs maintaining effective communication with study sponsors and ensuring standards and KPIs are met at all times escalating to the Principal Investigators as appropriate.

8. Responsible for the establishment and agreement of study contracts with Sponsors and Third Party Contractors for studies as appropriate.

9. Responsible for the necessary infrastructure and training personnel to ensure efficient study set up and management of all studies across both sites.

10. Responsible for the review and management of all systems and processes within the Research team to ensure the team is operating as efficiently and effectively as possible to maximise the study pipeline.

11. Responsible for the financial governance arrangements across both sites ensuring appropriate systems are in place to monitor income and expenditure, identify opportunities for securing potential income via bid opportunities and collaboration.

12. Be responsible for resource implications in delivering and facilitating clinical research, working with the Principal Investigators to identify and resolve.

13. Oversee recruitment processes for new and ongoing clinical trials, ensuring patients are

identified and approached in line with study protocols, eligibility criteria and consent

requirements, recruitment targets are monitored, and risks to recruitment are identified

and mitigated.

14. Ensure the appropriate reporting and recording of any adverse events and serious

adverse events that occur whilst the patient is being treated on a clinical trial.

15. Ensure all research activity is accurately recorded to maintain clear and contemporaneous

study documentation, including adverse event and serious adverse event reporting in line

with study protocols and regulatory requirements.

16. Ensure study close down is undertaken following the appropriate regulations.

17. Ensure that the Research Team actively promotes its research activities through

presentation as posters, abstracts, papers or scientific presentations.

18. Responsible for line management of the Research Team, including setting objectives,

clarifying roles and responsibilities, reviewing workload and supporting effective team

performance.

Secondary Responsibilities

In addition to the primary responsibilities, the Interim Research Manager may be requested to:

a. Participate in practice audit as directed by the audit lead

b. Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care

c. Support and participate in shared learning within the practice

d. To take responsibility for own development and education

e. To participate in annual appraisal process with your line manager

f. Work with staff from other practices to deliver research objectives

g. Undertake all mandatory training and take part in personal development reviews.

19. Liaise with local, regional and national research partners to support integrated research delivery, share learning and develop appropriate joint research initiatives. 20. Compile complex reports to meet internal and external reporting requirements, ensuring information is accurate, timely and appropriate for the intended audience. 21. Represent the Research Team at internal and external meetings and events as required, promote the roles and services of the Research Team, considering improvements and developments at all times. 22. Escalate issues where appropriate particularly around issues of quality, safety and GCP to the Principal Investigators. 23. Lead on performance metrics on behalf of the Principal Investigators. 24. Support the Research Team by ensuring studies are appropriately resourced, staff training requirements are identified and addressed, and workload is reviewed with the Principal Investigators where additional capacity or support is required. 25. Maintain a thorough and up to date knowledge of research policy and landscape through attendance at workshops and meetings and assimilation of information from a range of sources and ensure dissemination of key developments. 26. Collaborate with the Regional Research Delivery Network to identify research opportunities, support study delivery and maintain effective links across the wider research system.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Polite and confident
• Flexible and cooperative
• Motivated
• Problem solver with the ability to process information accurately
• and effectively, interpreting data as required
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Ability to work under pressure / in stressful situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of others
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Effectively utilises resources
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing multidisciplinary teams
• Experience of financial and contract management
• Experience of successfully developing and implementing new
• systems and processes
• Experience of HR processes, workforce planning and development
• Experience of performance management including appraisals
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting

Desirable

• NHS, primary care or general practice experience, including understanding of how research is delivered within a practice environment.
• Understanding of research ethics and regulatory frameworks
• Experience of using EMIS, SystmOne, Vision or another primary care
• clinical system.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in healthcare, business or a related subject,
• or able to demonstrate equivalent experience.
• Leadership and / or management qualification

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Effective time management (Planning & Organising)
• Ability to lead a team, work effectively as a team member and work
• autonomously when required.
• Good interpersonal skills

Desirable

• EMIS / Systmone / Vision user skills

Other requirements

Essential

• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational Health Clearance

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

Ashfields Primary Care Centre

Address

Middlewich Road

Sandbach

Cheshire

CW11 1EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sandbachgps.nhs.uk/ (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

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs Grade A-C in Maths and English or functional skills level 2 in Maths and English (must have proof of qualification)
• Care Certificate
• oLevel 3 qualification in healthcare or equivalent in terms of academic attainment

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working within a health / care setting
• Understanding of the importance of the promotion of health and well-being (Making Every Contact Count)
• Understanding of the NMC Code of conduct and how it applies to the Nursing Associate role
• Continuing professional development with portfolio.
• Equality issues.
• Equality legislation and best practice.

Desirable

• Understanding of the scope of the role of the Nursing Associate in context of the team and the organisation, and how the role may contribute to service development
• Understanding of evidence based practice
• Completion of an HCA development programme Understanding of basic physiology, e.g. normal vital signs, fluid balance and nutritional requirements etc.
• Evidence of recent work based learning or self directed learning

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to study at Level 5 Diploma of Higher Education Level and commit to completing the Foundation Degree Evidence of involvement in support / development of less experienced staff programme and one of the following to demonstrate a minimum of achievement of 48 UCAS points
• Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Insight into how to evaluate own strengths and development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• Intermediate IT skills
• Ability to communicate with members of the public and health and care providers
• Courteous, respectful and helpful at all times
• Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload and individual patient contact
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to take part in reflective practice and clinical supervision activities
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to demonstrate the compassionate values and behaviours needed for dignified care
• Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise

Desirable

• Evidence of involvement in support / development in support / development

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to move between sites working across health and social care as required by the needs of the development programme

Desirable

• Able to travel independently

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

CIC / WCH

Newtown Road

Carlisle

CA2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ncic.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.

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 followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a 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

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Speech and Language Therapy approved by RCSLT.
• Registration with HCPC.
• Ongoing Membership with the RCSLT.
• Evidence of formal training/ specialist experience to Masters Level equivalently in dysphonia

Desirable

• Training in conducting and interpreting video laryngeal endoscopy.
• Membership of appropriate CEN

Skills and Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to carry out and analyse the results of, various assessments.
• IT skills - including word processing, ability to access software packages.
• Excellent skills in presentation and training of others
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent time management, organisational and administration skills.

Desirable

• Effective use of telemedicine

Other Requirements

Essential

• Car driver essential
• Car owner
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the post
• Promote equality and value diversity (Level 3)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of Working within the field of dysphonia to an advanced level
• Evidence of Leadership/management skills.
• Experience of working with adults with a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge of the treatment, surgical procedures and medical management carried out by other services relevant to SLT management of voice eg ENT, respiratory medicine.
• Demonstrate interest in developing skill in objective laryngeal assessment eg VLE/stroboscopy, to support current service.
• High level of knowledge of current national and local drivers, governance and risk relating to the delivery of SLT services to adults with voice disorders.
• Experience of driving change to improve service delivery.

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership training
• Experience of service development.
• Experience in conducting / interpreting video laryngeal endoscopy.
• Experience of working in a voice clinic setting.
• Experience of working with upper airway disorders.

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

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cumberland infirmary

Newtown Rd

Carlisle

CA2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ncic.nhs.uk/ (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.

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 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 a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a 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

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification to Masters level or equivalent professional education in a relevant field
• Training in leadership and management skills in an NHS setting

Experience

Essential

• Professional knowledge plus additional specialist, management knowledge
• Considerable experience and knowledge with operational service management
• Leadership skills gained through previous experience and/or in house training
• Knowledge of statutory and legal frameworks within health and social Care
• Knowledge of Business Planning processes
• Experience as a senior manager including multi-disciplinary team management
• Developing effective networks and partnerships and stakeholder engagement
• Evidence of delivery and a track record of success
• Experience of delivering significant change within a clinical environment.
• Training in Change management

Desirable

• Knowledge of the area of the Collaborative
• Experience of the area of the Collaborative
• Experience in leading investigations

Knowledge

Essential

• Highly developed operational management knowledge acquired through a combination of in-depth experience and post graduate study
• Knowledge of change management and strategies and experience of implementing change
• Knowledge of modernisation techniques such as capacity and demand studies
• Knowledge of NHS agenda and impact on service
• Knowledge of Trust wide hospitals, wards, departments, services, policies and procedures gained through shadowing peers and induction into on call duties

Desirable

• Equality impact assessments

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to effectively analyse situations and information to inform decisions including analysing data and statistics and other available information
• Experience of leading, coordinating and organising teams
• Experience of managing, monitoring and controlling budgets
• Experience and achievement in meeting performance targets
• Communication / presentation skills - able to engage and communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders
• Effective written / report writing skills.
• Computer literate for a range of software packages including word, excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to network and build effective and co-operative working relationships across organisational and professional boundaries
• Planning and organisational skills including development and implementing strategic service and business planning
• Judgement and analytical skills required to deal with clinical and non-clinical services
• Resilient, able to challenge as well as deal with challenge
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Ability to negotiate and influence others.
• Able to manage conflict.
• Project management skills
• Establish visibility and credibility in equal measure across all localities.
• Coaching and mentoring skills
• Political awareness

Personal Circumstances

Essential

• Time management, prioritisation and organisational skills
• Confidence, decisiveness, initiative and high self-motivation

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel independently across Cumbria.
• Participate in any on-call arrangement or shift system on site which is associated with this role, in order to fulfil the requirements of the base service and also the wider Trust. These arrangements may vary from time to time depending upon Trust requirements in the best interests in service delivery.
• Post holder will be expected to work across multiple sites

Desirable

• Driving licence

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

Carlisle

CA2 7HY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ncic.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 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 a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00. Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a 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

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Full Registration with the General Medical Council.
• Membership of the Royal College of Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
• Entry into the specialist register

Desirable

• Other relevant medical and non medical training/degree
• Other relevant postgraduate qualifications e.g. Master's degree, diplomas.
• Management training
• Instructor status in either APLS/ALS

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• High Level of clinical experience and competence in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Operative Obstetrics & Gynaecology
• Ability to perform major gynaecological procedures such as abdominal and vaginal hysterectomy
• Excellent communication skills with patient, colleagues, managers and other staff
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients
• A special interest to complement that of the existing postholders in particular obstetrics and labour ward management
• Experience in Postnatal Pelvic Health Management
• Knowledge in advanced Antenatal care
• Maternal Medicine
• Experience in Uro-dynamics & OPH

Desirable

• Experience in outpatient hysteroscopy
• Accreditation e.g. in ultrasound scanning and training
• Membership of relevant learned societies.
• Evidence of involvement in risk management processes, protocol development
• Intermediate level in Obstetric Ultrasound scanning
• Proven track record in undertaking research projects
• Formal training in medical education.
• Experience in district general hospital practice at both trainee and consultant or SAS level
• Hold an ATSM or equivalent experience

Management and Administrative

Essential

• Ability to advice on efficient and smooth running of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Service
• Ability to organise and manage own workload efficiently

Communication Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Empathetic and Sensitive approach to patient needs
• Approachable and effective multi disciplinary team member with excellent interpersonal skills
• Team Loyalty
• Positive Approach to lesson learnt
• confident approach without being arrogant
• IT skills

Desirable

• Presentation skills - presentations of audit and research papers

Cotinued Professional Personal Development

Essential

• Demonstrable evidence of lifelong learning
• Reflective approach to personal development with an ability to acknowledge and effectively manage poor performance
• participation in appropriate peer review processes

Desirable

• Continued Professional / Personal Development

Management and Administrative

Essential

• Ability to advice on efficient and smooth running of the Obstetrics & Gynaecology service.
• Ability to organise and manage own workload efficiently

Teaching

Essential

• Commitment to continuing medical education, appraisal and clinical governance

Desirable

• Experience of and commitment to teaching undergraduate and postgraduate medical staff.
• Recognised educational supervisor

Research, Audit and Clinical Governance

Essential

• Experience of, and commitment to, medical audit.
• Experience of research and Clinical Governance.
• Ability to apply research outcomes to clinical problems.

Desirable

• Ability to supervise postgraduate research
• Publications in peer reviewed journals

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Participation in on call and emergency cover
• Ability to travel to fulfil the requirements of the post

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

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Cumberland Hospital

Whitehaven

CA28 8JG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Evidence of Level 2 on both Maths & English qualifications ( CSE Grade 1/ GCSE Grades 4-9 or A* -C / Level 2 Functional Skills / O Level grade A-C / Level 2 National Certificate / Level 2 National Diploma / Level 2 ESOL )
• *Evidence of completion of Level 3 Qualification or above in Health / Social Care or Hospitality & Catering ( BTEC/ CACHE Level 3 Award / Level 3 Certificate or Diploma ) or 2 A levels or equivalent experience of working in the NHS in a patient/public facing role in health / care or hospitality & catering
• *Evidence of completion of training associated with employment in a role associated with health / care / hospitality or catering i.e. : Customers service/ Food Hygiene / Care Certificate/ Health & Safety i.e. COSHH
• *Evidence of completion of "in house" training associated with employment, via on-line training platforms, Moodle, in house training etc.

Experience

Essential

• *Considerable experience of working in a health/ care role or hospitality/ catering role which is customer facing in an NHS or health / care provider role as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• *Experience of undertaking audit of stock and replenishment of supplies
• *Can demonstrate understanding of the roles which make up the team of health and care staff within a hospital setting
• *Can demonstrate understanding of the following :
• oHealth & Safety
• oInfection prevention control practice
• oFood hygiene practice /standards
• oMoving and handling
• oCustomer service /care skills
• *Can demonstrate awareness and understanding of how they may be exposed to distressing situations associated with hospital patient care
• *Can demonstrate understanding of how this role contributes to patient health and wellbeing
• *Can demonstrate understanding of Equality , diversity and inclusion and how this relates to this role
• *Can demonstrate an understanding of Safeguarding and how this relates to the role
• *Can demonstrate how data protection and confidentiality relate to the role
• *Understands and supports ward / service routine and structures.
• *Participates in training associated with the role.
• *Supports / trains and educates new staff on the role / duties associated with the role.

Additional Criteria

Essential

• *Good standard of written / verbal communication in English
• *Basic IT / Computer skills
• *Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• *Evidence of time management skills and ability to prioritise workload
• *Ability to work effectively as a team player under appropriate supervision, and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• *Can demonstrate experience and insight into how to evaluate own strengths & development needs, seeking advice where appropriate
• *Ability to deal with non-routine and unpredictable nature of the workload
• *Able to recognise and resolve routine issues referring to others for advice / support where appropriate
• *Willingness to undertake training / education associated with the role and can articulate how this relates to this role i.e. Health & Safety / COSHH
• *Good customer service skills
• *Positive and flexible attitude to work , solutions focused but recognises boundaries of the role
• *Patient focused and can demonstrate clear reasoning behind their application which is patient centred
• *Ability to use own initiative
• *Reliable , flexible , able to remain calm and clear headed when faced with a challenging or difficult situation
• *Understands when there is a requirement to escalate concern to a registered health care professional
• *The post holder may work a range of shift patterns across a 7 day week including public holidays ; shift patterns will be detailed by the dept/ unit

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Good Hope Hospital

Rectory Rd

Sutton Coldfield

West Midlands

B75 7RR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Applicants must be registered with GPHC

Please find attached job description for full details.

Advertising date : 8th September 2026

Closing date : 22nd September 2026

We welcome your application.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• MPharm or equivalent first degree in Pharmacy
• Registration as a Pharmacist with GPhC
• Postgraduate clinical qualification Or Evidence of portfolio working towards RPS core advanced pharmacist curriculum
• Qualified Pharmacist prescriber registered with the GPhC or working towards this qualification

Desirable

• Experienced Prescriber
• Qualified Pharmacist prescriber

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Evidence of commitment to CPD as a minimum to meet mandatory requirements of the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Up-to-date knowledge/ experience of relevant legislation
• Experience within NHS pharmacy practice
• Awareness and understanding of professional accountability, GPhC standards and other local and national initiatives

Desirable

• Human resources management

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• Demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skills
• Evidence of a high level of professional organisation
• Ability to adapt within a changing environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills including negotiation and conflict management
• Good conflict resolution skills
• Excellent planning, prioritisation and time management 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.

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

Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and wear (CNTW) NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St Nicholas Hospital

Jubilee Road

Gosforth

NE3 3XT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Patient Care:

To work closely with the GPs, primary care and community staff in providing a service for patients ensuring the delivery of treatment, care planning and hospital admission prevention where appropriate.

Undertakes first line comprehensive clinicalassessment of patients, including those with complex presentations, employing an extended scope of practice beyond own profession including advanced clinical assessment skills, referral and interpretation of investigations and independent prescribing.

To undertake advanced history taking and clinical assessment, clinical decision making and management plans including diagnostics for older people living with frailty.

To work closely with the consultant geriatricians, GPs and patients in identifying and devising effective care for each patient recognising them as an individual. The plan of care, which should be developed in conjunction with the patient, carer/family and relevant others, should be outcome based and ensure appropriate pathways of care and communication via liaison and referral to other agencies as required.

To work in conjunction with a wide range of clinical colleagues facilitating a patient or client focused, co-ordinated case management approach across primary and secondary care for people who are most vulnerable to and at high risk of repeat admissions to hospital.

To participate in efforts to shape multi-disciplinary pathways designed to support patient choice, improve quality of life, promote self-management and assure early intervention through the proactive provision of care in or as close to the patients own home as possible.

Requests, reviews and interprets diagnostic investigations within the context of other available information utilising a systematic process of clinical reasoning to formulate a differential diagnosis.

Involves patients, families and carers in the identification of patient-centered concerns and priorities about health and well-being and negotiates approaches available to prevent deterioration or promote comfort and well-being.

Demonstrates empathy and compassion when communicating sensitive information and advice to patients, carers and relatives.

Evaluates the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions and modifies the management plan accordingly.

Adopts an integrated care approach to meeting an individual patients needs across services through collaboration with care teams who refer patients to the service and those who provide on-going care after discharge

Assesses capacity, gains valid informed consent and works within a legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent to treatment.

Provides guidance to the clinical team with regard to therapeutic interventions, advance care planning and best interest decision-making for patients who lack mental capacity

Recognises deteriorating patients, implements early interventions as needed and escalates care where appropriate.

Empowers patients to manage their long-term conditions as independently as possible.

Applies expert knowledge in palliative care to symptom control, recognition of dying and advance care planning.

Refers to other practitioners and agencies when necessary.

Communication and Working Relationships:

Ensure close liaison with GPs, clinicians, consultant geriatrician, and General Manager in communicating clinical issues.

Facilitates the communication of highly complex information regarding specialist issues on a range of service developments with the Practice and other health and social care professionals. This communication is directed to professional colleagues, across all areas of the health economy and primary care networks in the CCG area.

Advanced communication skills are necessary to communicate with patients to gain consent for treatment within a care pathway. Highly sensitive and confidential information is regularly required to be communicated to patients after clinical and medical results are collated, formulating specific management plans which can be upsetting in nature.

Responsible for developing and maintaining effective communication channels with patient, carers and other health and social care professionals.

Promote empathy, enable sharing of complex multi-professional viewpoints and sensitive handling of confidential information.

Analytical and Judgement:

The ACP will work across the caseload using their clinical skills to identify the needs of patients and the correct services to liaise with.

Advise on the promotion of health and prevention of illness and provide information to individual and groups to prevent ill-health.

To provide specialist assessment of patients, using analytical and judgement skills. To provide appropriate patient centered treatment using evidence based practice wherever possible.

Analyses and interprets highly complex information gained during clinical examination and history taking to diagnose an individuals problems or illness and to decide on an appropriate course of action or treatment.

Analyses and interprets results from tests and investigations to inform diagnosis and treatment.

Able to access and assimilate previous patient records where available.

Identifies evidence based interventions to meet an individuals complex health needs within the context of the overall management plan.

Supports the development of a learning organisation by identifying, challenging and reporting poor performance and alerting managers to resource issues which may affect patient safety.

Training and Development:

Continuous Professional Education: Engage in ongoing professional development through formal courses, workshops, conferences, and e-learning to maintain and enhance clinical expertise in frailty care.

Clinical Supervision and Mentorship: Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and guidance to junior healthcare professionals, including nurses, trainees, and other allied health staff, fostering a culture of learning within the team.

Knowledge Sharing: Lead and participate in training sessions, case discussions, and in-service education for the primary care team to raise awareness of frailty, advance care planning, management strategies, and best practice guidelines

Role Development: Actively contribute to the development and expansion of the ACP role within the older persons team by identifying new learning needs and areas for service improvement.

Research and Evidence-Based Practice: Stay up-to-date with the latest research, evidence, and best practices in frailty care, and incorporate these findings into both personal practice and team training initiatives.

Collaboration with Academic Institutions: Build relationships with universities or training providers to facilitate learning opportunities for students or apprentices in frailty care.

Audit and Quality Improvement: Participate in audits and quality improvement initiatives to assess the effectiveness of frailty management approaches and use the findings to inform training and development activities.

Personal Reflection and Development Plans: Regularly review personal performance and clinical outcomes, setting development goals and seeking feedback from peers and supervisors to ensure ongoing professional growth.

Safeguarding:

Whitstable Medical Practice is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults; and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment by understanding their role in effective safeguarding.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience gained by undertaking on-going personal development and training.
• Experience of working with people with frailty.
• Experience in assessing older patients, arranging investigations, considering differential diagnoses and implementing management plans.
• Experience underpinned by knowledge of working with and understanding the complex needs of patients in a primary care/community setting.
• Experience of working with long-term conditions.
• Involvement in the implementation and management of change.
• Good understanding of current health care issues.

Desirable

• Training in interpretation of blood results.
• Experience in palliative care or working with people near the end of life.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Broad range of enhanced clinical skills.
• Ability to advocate patient issues.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership skills.
• Excellent organisation skills including the ability to make decisions and prioritise.
• High degree of autonomy, analytical skills and multidisciplinary knowledge in caring for patients.
• Decision making skills and problem solving skills.
• Ability to understand and interpret information/evidence based care and apply to practice.
• Critical thinking.
• Good IT skills.
• Assertive, adaptable and flexible.
• Empathy and compassion.

Qualifications

Essential

• MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent or currently on the ACP MSc pathway.
• Registered Practitioner holding current registration with NMC or HCPC.
• Independent Prescriber.
• Experience working with frailty/older people.

Desirable

• Mentoring qualification.
• Leadership qualification.
• Experience working in the community setting.
• Experience working in care homes.

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

Whitstable Medical Practice

Address

Estuary View Medical Centre

Boorman Way

Whitstable

Kent

CT5 3SE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.whitstablemedicalpractice.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 and/or Knowledge

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse oHealth Visitor / School Nurse/CAMHS or Paediatric Nursing Qualification (Degree and / or SCHPN) oAdditional specialist post graduate training relevant to Children in Care oAs the designated nurse for this group of vulnerable young people, they will have developed specialist knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, gained from relevant practical experience. For example, knowledge of the job, courses and training are constantly evolving as research indicates change in practice. The courses are facilitated by partner agencies including LA who support the child locally or out of area. This ensures the post holder maintains an expertise in this complex field; this is then disseminated with staff. Guidance and support is given via phone queries. Knowledge of Legal systems in relation to the Looked After Child system, consent Section 76, ICO & FCO twin tracking, able to give guidance in rare instances around process when LAC/YP may be placed in secure unit/remanded in custody. oThe postholder will evolve theoretical training knowledge through relevant and appropriate training: 1.Secure Base Training 2.Trauma Informed Schools (Level 6 Diploma) 3.Sexual Health Modules (Degree Level) 4.Safeguarding Modules (Degree Level) 5.Child Exploitation Courses

Desirable

• Working at a Master's Degree Level, or working towards additional qualifications at Master's Degree Level

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Safeguarding. Experience of working with families.

Desirable

• Family Planning/Sexual Health. Parenting/behaviour management/attachment. Child Development.

Skills

Essential

• oAbility to assess, plan, implement evaluate and delegate appropriately the delivery of care. oAbility to work with minimal supervision and to take charge. oAbility to manage caseload working under pressure and prioritise workload. oIT Skills oDemonstrate appropriate leadership skills alongside the ability to care and communicate with warmth and understanding. oSupervise teach and assess registered and non-registered staff. oProvide mentorship and preceptorship as appropriate oKnowledge of the NMC Code oKnowledge of Risk management, clinical governance ,information governance and health and safety oKnowledge of national and local initiatives impacting on health and social service provision oKnowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies / procedures and practice.

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh/willing to learn

Knowledge

Essential

• oKnowledge of the NMC Code oKnowledge of Risk management, clinical governance ,information governance and health and safety oKnowledge of national and local initiatives impacting on health and social service provision oKnowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies / procedures and practice.

Desirable

• Commitment to developing appraisal and clinical supervision skills. Participate in evidence based practice by involvement in audit/research and development within the field of practice.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• oAbility to communicate effectively oFlexible approach to the needs of the service oDemonstrate the ability to work independently and as part of a team. oBe a trustworthy committed and competent team player oAct as a positive role model by influencing and sharing skills and knowledge oCommitted to continuous professional development

Other

Essential

• Ability to travel within geographical area. Able to work hours flexibly.

Desirable

• Welsh speaking. Be prepared to work unsociable 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).

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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Rhostyllen Clinic

James Street

Rhostyllen

LL14 4AW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in the development of the departmental services and improveefficiency in recording the data on the ED iPM and Whiteboard systems on a daily basis.To assist Administration Manager in the completion of Allocate andthe department weekly Rotas.To monitor data input and produce statistics as required. To assist in a program of work sampling to achieve more accurate performance standards and instil a greater sense of responsibility in each employee.Initiate audit/validation of information from the ED iPM and Whiteboard systems.To ensure all clerical staff adhere to the Trust Behavioural Standards and are aware of the importance of their role in achievement of NHS TargetSupport clerical Team Leaders on day to day supervision of clerical staff within the ED reception area.To assist in the departmental induction program for each employee.To undertake data audits/validation on a daily basis.To ensure that all work is carried out in a safe manner with due regard to Health & Safety.To assist Administration Manager in the recruitment and selectionprocess.In the absence of the Administration Manager to complete staff variation lists for the clerical staff and ED Medical SecretariesTo assist in yearly appraisals.To prepare and deliver training programs on the agreed policies for operational procedures and systems procedures To participate in updating and maintaining all relevant operational policies and procedures documentation and to ensure its availability and usage via the Trusts Intranet service.Responsible for the training off all new staff in the department.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of continuing development
• Significant database training
• General education to A level standard or equivalent

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• Experience of managing staff and resources
• Significant knowledge and experience of data collection and analysis
• An understanding of data quality
• Demonstrate experience of working to deadlines

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience in an acute setting

Skills

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills
• Good decision making and problem solving skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and control blocks of work
• Developed interpersonal skills with ability to form positive working relationships
• Ability to work to own initiative
• Ability to deliver services within allocated resources
• Innovative and responsive to change

Other

Essential

• Can do attitude with determination, resilience and ability to withstand pressure including demanding/conflicting priorities
• Able to work flexibly
• Willingness to undertake further training as and when required

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

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Liverpool Hospital

Mount Vernon Street

Liverpool

L7 8YE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key results from the job holder

To deliver a quality service to users of the Bioskills laboratory in a professional manner.

Ensure the application of privacy, dignity and compliance of confidentiality when undertaking responsibilities.

To maintain accurate and complete documentation to support compliance with HTA governance, local standard operating procedures and other relevant quality standards.

Responsible for the preparation of the bioskills laboratory for cadaveric workshops.

Responsible for maintaining and ensuring equipment used is fit for purpose.

Responsible for managing stock levels of consumables and ordering accordingly.

Responsible for the co-ordination, receipt and putting away of deliveries.

To actively participate in the development of local standard operating procedures and audit of practice.

To assist surgeons with pre-dissection of cadaveric tissue in preparation for teaching purposes.

Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene within the Bioskills Laboratory including removal and cleaning of surgical areas, tissue and bodily fluids.

Responsible for maintaining the quality of cadaveric tissue through appropriate cleaning and understanding of the freeze/thaw process.

Responsible for the legal disposal of spent specimens in accordance with HTA and trust waste policies.Responsible for cross referencing paperwork relating to cadaveric tissue, checking serial numbers correlate to specimens and infectious diseases screening checks have been carried out and are acceptable for lab use.

Respond quickly and appropriately to any lab misuse or accidents.To provide efficient and accurate support to Wrightington Consultants and doctors. Responsible for ensuring equipment used by lab attendees is done so appropriately and with care.

Planning and Organisational Duties

• To be able to plan and priorities in line with service demands whilst assisting colleagues to meet departmental requirements associated with HTA Compliance, Governance and other Quality Standards and targets relating to service provision.
• Actively promote and support good practice within the Bio-Skills laboratory and maintain compliance with local standard operating procedures. Ensuring visitors do not breach HTA or local SOP guidelines.
• Observing and recording highly sensitive information during cadaveric workshop activity. Being available to meet with reps, consultants and other lab users to plan workshops, eg: arranging access for set-up, making up instrument trays, calculating correct specimen thawing times.

Communications and Key Working Relationships

• Maintain daily contact with varying disciplines of staff both external and internal to the Trust.
• Use various methods of communication written, email, telephone and scanning to facilitate service provision.
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners to aid the running of laboratory workshops.
• Report any process or system failures through to the line manager. Report any incidents via Datix and submit to line manager.
• Ensure accurate recording of information and related data onto required databases. Accurate interpretation of PAS and HIS information if required.
• Ensure all laboratory equipment is fit for purpose, reporting any issues to line manager. To alert line manager and relevant colleagues to shortages of supplies and services

Responsibility for Finance

• Order laboratory consumables via the NHS Supplies website in accordance with departmental budgets.
• Use departmental resources in a cost-effective manner.
• Ensure correct waste streams are used to support the Trust waste policies

Responsibility for Human Resources

• Comply with trust policies and procedures including the Code of Conduct and to ensure there is a clear awareness of how reporting procedures ae managed and implemented within their own area of work / responsibility.
• To participate in own personal development and develop a route planner in order to maintain and achieve sustained progression in the role.

Responsibility for Teaching

• To be involved in any job-related training to maintain quality standards including e-mandatory training.
• To have a good understanding of the trust information systems.
• To maintain personal administration competency and professionalism by following recognised professional routes and attending courses where appropriate

• You will be openly expected to share knowledge and information with colleagues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Maths, English
• A-Level / NVQ / Level 3 qualification in science related subject ie; Biology, as good understanding of human anatomy is required.

Desirable

• IT related qualifications

Experience

Essential

• Ability to follow established local and trust Standard Operating Procedures, Risk Assessments and Protocols.
• Experience in reviewing and updating local SOP's.
• Demonstrable competency in maintaining confidentiality, data protection, GDPR
• Good working knowledge of Health and Safety.

Desirable

• Previous laboratory or mortuary experience, under HTA licence.
• Worked in a hospital theatre setting.

Skills

Essential

• I.T- working knowledge of MS office eg: Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint
• Ability to fulfil physical aspects of the role, including frequent lifting and handling of instruments and materials. Moving, walking reaching using steps, pushing trolleys and distributing boxes.
• Manual dexterity: ability to safely and carefully handle micro-instruments, assist consultants with pre-dissection, holding nerves/ tendons/ vessels.
• Attention to detail i.e. when cleaning instruments all tissue is removed.
• Ability to interpret and accurately process data and information as required.

Desirable

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Working knowledge of the Human Tissue Authority standards and guidelines.

Desirable

• Good lab practice/theatre practise.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and human anatomy

Additional

Essential

• Ability to remain composed in challenging situations, ie exposure to offensive smells, presence of bodily fluids, prosected cut-off points and exposed anatomical structures.
• Lone working - ability to organise and prioritise own workload, working with direction and supervision from the upper limb education manager. Able to work with frequent interruptions and in a busy environment.
• Able to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. Early starts, late finishes and some weekend work required.
• Ability to integrate well with people from all disciplines including consultants, surgeons, industry reps and domestic assistants
• Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation