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 3 or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ 2 in administration or Customer Service
• ECDL

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an administrative role
• Experience of working with Microsoft Office Word; Excel
• Experience of working in a changing, fast-paced environment
• Ability to prioritise and organise workload and meet deadlines
• Excellent customer service and communication skills so as to be able to deal with callers over the phone and in person in a professional and courteous manner

Desirable

• Experience of NHS systems e.g. ESR / NHS /Intrepid
• Previous experience of working within NHS
• Recruitment experience preferably within a Human Resources of Medical Workforce environment

Skills

Essential

• Willingness to work flexibly to meet the demands of the service
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Be accurate and with an attention to detail
• Excellent organisation skills
• Able to convey written and verbal messages in a accurate and timely manner
• Ability to work with and develop effective partnerships with all key stakeholders.
• Standard keyboard skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Ysbyty Gwynedd

Bangor

LL57 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *Knowledge of HR systems and procedures, e.g. recruitment, terms and conditions, acquired through NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• *Experience of working within Recruitment Sector within a high-volume and specialist resourcing, recruitment market ideally within healthcare.
• *Competent in the use of applicant tracking systems and human resources information systems.
• *Receive questions and provide an accurate response to questions about recruitment transactions.
• *Good verbal and written communication; able to communicate clearly and effectively on a range of resourcing matters.
• *Provide and receive routine information with tact and empathy.

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hawthorn Lodge

Moorgreen Hospital, Botley Road, West End

Southampton

Hampshire

SO30 3JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information 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

Qualifications

Essential

• Membership/Fellowship of College /Faculty, professional association, and/or body
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development

Desirable

• Qualification such as PG Cert diploma or Master of Medical Education

Employment / Experience

Essential

• Working with learners or doctors in training in educational context
• Experience of clinical and educational leadership and innovation, including managing a multi professional team
• Demonstrable track record of delivery of service and education
• Applicants who are doctors require a licence to practice

Desirable

• Previous or current appointment as leader in healthcare education

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
• A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Personal development and support others to develop and progress

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

10 South Colonnade

Canary Wharf

London

E14 4PU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this vacancy. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that is required.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• oTo be able to read and understand to the required standard

Desirable

• oBasic education to include Maths and English
• oBasic knowledge of Health and Safety and COSHH regulations

Experience

Essential

• oUnderstanding the importance of confidentiality

Desirable

• oExperience of working in a hospital environment
• oPrevious experience in a similar environment

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• oGood communication skills both written and verbal
• oAbility to carry out instructions accurately

Desirable

• oAble to undertake the physical aspects of the post
• oBasic IT skills

Personal Attributes

Essential

• oFlexible and reliable attitude to working arrangements
• oAbility to work alone and as part of a team

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

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

DSFS - Chesterfield Royal Hospital

Top Road, Calow

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

Please ensure your supporting statement aligns with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE or equivalent in English, grades A-C
• Educated to A-level, or NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration/Customer Care or acquired equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of scheduling outpatient appointments and/or admissions
• Experience of working in the NHS/ healthcare
• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of handling patient complaints

Desirable

• Experience of working in Endoscopy

Skills

Essential

• Ability to use own judgement to resolve problems and queries competently, including those of a sensitive and confidential nature
• Ability to plan, prioritise and delegate workload
• Ability to initiate & coordinate change to own working practices

Desirable

• Conflict resolution skills
• Appropriate assertiveness skills

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of speciality specific patient pathways
• Understanding of patient priorities and performance targets related to appointments and waiting times
• In depth understanding of medical technology appropriate to specialism

Desirable

• Thorough knowledge of healthcare administrative systems and processes

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

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Galsworthy Road

Kingston upon Thames

KT2 7QB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from individuals from global majority backgrounds to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities with whom we work.

Oxleas Trust has consistently achieved high ratings in quality assessments, patient and staff surveys with a culture of supporting staff whilst providing excellent services within a robust clinical governance framework. There is a programme of work underway Building a Fairer Oxleas, involving staff from across all directorates, committed to making changes within the organisations that have a positive impact for all staff, but in particular BAME staff, disabled staff and LGBT+ staff.

Oxleas is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We recognise our responsibility to ensure that safe working systems are in place for staff working with children, adults and families in their care.Please note that for some occupations we receive a high amount of applications and where this is evident the post will be closed and we will put a limit on the number of applications that we are able to receive. If you do not hear anything within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume you have not been shortlisted.Please note all communication will be via e-mail so please can you ensure that you regularly check your e-mails. There is a possibility that if you have set filters on your incoming messages that this message could be delivered to your junk mail. It would be helpful if you could enable your settings so that messages sent are directly received to your inbox.Unfortunately the Trust will not be responsible for any correspondence which has not been received/read in light of the above.The Trust is committed to equal opportunities promoting diversity, developing supporting policies and operates a variety of flexible working arrangements.

For further information please contact Dr Zara Hosany.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good honours degree in psychology. Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychology Society
• Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis.

Experience

Essential

• Work with a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service Team or other NHS service.
• Experience of contributing to audit and service evaluation.
• Experience of data entry and data evaluation.

Desirable

• Experience of working in education settings

Skills

Essential

• High level communication skills
• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to health and social service contexts.
• Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis.
• High standard of report writing.

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

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bostal House, Goldie leigh

Abbeywood

SE2 0AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To be responsible for checking all medicines dispensed, ensuring there are no discrepancies
• Dispensing medicines to the entitled population safely and accurately
• Collecting prescription charges in accordance with dispensary protocol
• Maintaining stock levels within the dispensary, liaising with the dispensary manager to facilitate reordering
• Receiving and storing supplies in accordance with current policy, ensuring the cold chain is maintained where applicable
• Ensuring controlled drugs are dispensed in accordance with practice policy
• Ensuring safe disposal of returned and/or out of date medicines
• Ensuring all repeat prescriptions are processed within a 48-hour timeframe
• Providing patients with advice regarding all prescription matters
• Processing prescription requests via email, phone, face-to-face and online
• Assisting the dispensary manager in the preparation of monthly returns
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment at all times
• Maintaining accurate records at all times, read coding entries appropriately

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a dispensary
• Experience working with the general public/patients

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Dispenser (NVQ Level 2)

Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Competent in the use of Office and Outlook
• Ability to promote best practice regarding all pharmaceutical matters
• Effective time management (planning and organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to follow policy and procedure
• Ability to effectively manage stock including ordering, rotation, disposal, etc.

Desirable

• SystmOne user skills
• Capable of managing payments (invoices, cash, etc.)

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

Howdale Group Practice

Address

Howdale Surgery

Howdale Road

Downham Market

Norfolk

PE38 9AF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to minimum standard of 5 GCSE's
• Appropriate mental health diploma or equivalent

Desirable

• Any qualifications relevant to children.

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Good Verbal Skills
• Ability to work autonomously
• Experience of undertaking audits
• Computer literacy
• Demonstrate practices with base level of theoretical knowledge

Desirable

• Understanding of child development.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with young people in mental health setting
• Experience of multiagency working

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birch Centre

Derby Road

Birkenhead

CH42 0LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job pack for further information.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

Essential

• 4 GCSE (C and above) or equivalent
• RSA Stage 3 typewriting, word processing or equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ 3 Business Admin

Experience

Essential

• oUse of Microsoft packages
• oSecretarial procedures
• oKnowledge of software procedures

Desirable

• oMedical terminology
• oNHS experience
• oMedical Secretarial
• oAudio typing

Skills

Essential

• oHigh standard of grammar and spelling
• oAble to prioritise
• Patient focused

Desirable

• oTouch type

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

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust

Address

The Princess Royal Hospital

Apley Castle

Telford

TF1 6TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Work collaboratively with other Healthcare professionals to provide patient care which promotes best practice and maintains the patients optimum independence.

Use outcome and complexity measurements (OACC) competently and understands the importance of accurate data management for care services.

Work with patients and families to create management plans addressing their individual physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs reflecting the holistic principles of palliative care and always promoting dignity.

Demonstrate specialist clinical knowledge and expertise in palliative care to provide excellent patient care and to recognise the need for, instigate and interpret complexinformation and clinical investigations to address reversible causes of symptoms.

Demonstrate advanced communication skills with patients, carers and other health care professionals both face to face and via the telephone to share and gather information, offer support and advice and, initiate conversations with patients and their families to enable them to make informed decisions about their care at end of life.

Initiate and lead conversations surrounding advance care planning ensuring patients and carers are aware of choices at each stage.

Recognise signs of dying to initiate anticipatory prescribing so that symptoms can be addressed.

Maintain practical skills such as venepuncture, management of PICC lines, and male /female catheterisation and intravenous drug administration.

Ensure adequate ordering to control stocks of medical supplies and drugs.

Work within the boundaries of a multi-disciplinary team, instigate, lead, and contribute to multi-disciplinary discussions, including multidisciplinary team meetings, and refer to other members of the team to enhance patient care.

Plan, organise and allocate staff according to competencies, workload, and patient dependency to provide excellent patient care and best use of resources, across all hospice services.

Frequently undertake the role of the nurse in charge.

Take part in clinical audit and undertake risk assessments in line with the Trusts clinical governance processes.

Undertake activities associated with the line management of Registered Nurses, Paramedics, Nursing Associates and HealthCare Assistants (including but not restricted to supervision and support, absence and performance management, recruitment, and induction)

Support the management of ward support volunteers.

Undertake mentorship of student nurses and return to practice nurses.

Participate in teaching and education programmes and assist in mentoring junior staff, student nurses and nursing assistants.

Demonstrate presentation skills to actively contribute to education and training both internally and externally as part of sharing good practice to enhance patient care.

Take part, under supervision, in investigations into complaints or incidents, completing the relevant sections of the accident, incident and near miss reports.

Maintain active registration on the Nursing and Midwifery Council register and meet the requirements of nurse revalidation.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Strong leadership and effective delegation skills.
• Empathetic and courteous, always treating patients and their
• loved ones with care and consideration.
• Ability to work flexible shifts and take part in the senior nurse on-
• call rota to provide appropriate delivery of service on a rolling seven-day rota basis.
• Willingness to participate in own clinical supervision ensuring
• personal wellbeing and resilience and safe practice.
• Ability to demonstrate leadership through engagement with innovation in practice.
• Ability to demonstrate an empathic and collaborative approach to the Team leader role.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration, Education to degree level (level six)

Desirable

• Mentorship qualification
• Post-registration education in a relevant subject.
• Level 6 Leadership qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Experienced Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• Experience of assessing and planning care for patients.
• Experience of co-ordination of clinical shifts.
• Ability to handle feedback from patients and carers including complaints, sensitively and in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate knowledge in symptom control to ensure the patient's symptoms are addressed, and to guide other members of the health care team.
• Experience of maintaining accurate written and computerised records, and minimum data requirements for accessing and recording information in accordance with NMC Guidelines for Records and Record Keeping (2009) and Code of Professional Conduct (2008).

Desirable

• Evidence of practice in a palliative care setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

St Peter & St James Hospice

Address

North Common Road

North Chailey

Lewes

West Sussex

BN8 4ED

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://stpjhospice.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• 6-week training period to fully prepare you for your career with us
• Rotas published 6 weeks ahead of time.
• No night shifts.
• Payments for unsociable hours, overtime, meal and driving allowances where applicable.
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endevour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the Recruitment Profile which is a combination of the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Monday 31st August 2026.

You will be invited to complete an assessment following your application. You must complete the assessment sent to you by email from @ArcticShores.com. The deadline for this assessment is 4 days after your application is submitted. It will take an average of 35-40 minutes. Please check your junk email box if needed. When you complete the Donor Carer assessment, the result will be used for any future applications made within 12 months. Therefore, please complete your assessment before applying for any other Donor Carer vacancies. If you have previously completed the assessment, you will not need to complete another one.

For further information, please visit Candidate Support – Arctic Shores

If you’re shortlisted, we’ll invite you to see the role for yourself by visiting a blood collection session, followed by a face-to-face interview. Unfortunately we’re unable to offer virtual options, and travel expenses aren’t covered.

The session visit and interview are planned for Friday 11th September 2026– subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Have a good standard of numeracy and literacy.
• Be willing to undertake development and training to upskill yourself including completion of the Skills for Health Care Certificate.
• Hold a valid full UK Driving Licence (Manual) with no more than 6 penalty points (provisional licences will not be accepted)

Experience

Essential

• Have experience of dealing with the public.
• Have experience of delivering a quality customer service.
• Be willing to learn new technology skills and undergo digital training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

Taunton Team Base

Creech St Michael

United Kingdom

TA3 5QQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Appropriate Mental Health related NVQ level 2

Desirable

• NVQ qualifications in Health and Social Care or other related disciplines

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Understanding of CWP, inclusive of Mental health and learning disability services and the key role the Trust has within the health economy
• An understanding of confidentiality issues how they relate to mental health policy and practice interventions.
• Sound knowledge of CWP observation policy

Desirable

• Knowledge of mental health legislation and policies

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of providing Care in a structured setting within the field of mental health or learning disabilities
• Experience of working collaboratively i.e. with colleagues, wider teams service users etc

Desirable

• Previous experience of working with adults with severe mental health or learning disability needs
• Previous experience of working in a healthcare setting

Personal Skills

Essential

• Ability to communicate clearly to service users where there may be some barriers to understanding

Trust values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cheshire/Wirral/Macclesfield

Cheshire/Wirral/Macclesfield

CH21BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Overview of Essential Responsibilities:

Establish and maintain a working rapport with nursing, medical, technical, ancillary and administration colleagues.

Help with cleaning and maintain tidiness in all areas.

Assist with the cleaning of all equipment and quality testing of specialised equipment.

To be responsible for the maintenance of equipment at ward level, reporting and ensuring accurate records are kept and equipment retrieved and returned as necessary.

To check linen allocation daily, report any problems to the Ward Coordinator and liaise with the linen room to rectify problems. Ensure dirty linen is bagged and disposed of correctly.

Check emergency equipment is available by all beds i.e. oxygen tubing, masks, Suction.

Check oxygen and suction is working is working correctly and ensure portable oxygen cylinders are full.

Ensure adequate stocks of items are in areas as required and assist with the ordering of stores and stationery supplies. Know how to use Powergate where applicable.

Put supplies and stationery away in storage areas as required.

Keep all storage areas clean and neat and promote a safe working environment.

Make refreshments and wash up as required.

To welcome new patients to the ward. Have water jugs etc. by bedside for them on admission.

To assist patients with their diets as required. Liaise closely with patient chefs.

To assist qualified and support staff with patient comfort i.e. sitting patient up.

Help with bed making and where required prepare beds appropriately to meet the needs of individual patients i.e. additional pillows, cot sides, special mattresses and bed appliances.

Sort mail for department and deliver to each section as required.

Undertake errands as required e.g.

• Photocopying
• Collecting and taking items to pharmacy
• Taking donations to pay office
• Taking property and death certificates to bereavement office
• Taking samples i.e. blood to lab
• Receiving and sending items via the chute system
• Collecting and delivering notes and x-rays for admissions and discharges

Answer the telephone.

Update the Patient Administration System (PAS) in line with the policies and procedures on real time data collection and confidentiality.

Assist new staff to orientate to the ward area and support new staff as required.

Skills:

Ability to work in a team.

Ability to work in an organised and timely manner.

Confidentiality, diplomacy and a commitment to fulfilling the tasks required for the post.

Undertake other tasks as deemed necessary by the Nurse in-charge.

Please view the attached job description for full details of the role and use your supporting statement to confirm how you meet the essential and desirable criteria on the job specification.

Please note that this advertised position, which is part of occupation code 6231 does not meet the UKVI eligibility requirements for a Skilled Worker Visa. The Trust would not be able to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• General education to GCSE Level

Experience

Desirable

• Personal experience in health care setting

Skills

Essential

• Communication/Telephone skills

Attitude, aptitude

Essential

• Able to work within a changing environment
• Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
• Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

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

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Address

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

Norwich

NR4 7UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Act in accordance with current local Warwickshire Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and Children, and SWFT guidelines/policy to protect vulnerable adults and children.

Contribute towards ensuring AHP & Nursing Strategy is implemented across the Integrated Health Team.

To undertake the first contact assessment, including planning, implementation, evaluation and reassessments of the care plans.

In the absence of the District Nurse, to take responsibility for the day to day management of the nursing workload, delegating the workload appropriately to other team members.

To establish priorities of care in accordance with caseload management

To take responsibility for updating and developing professional knowledge and skills which relate to clinical practice

To act within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and comply with the Trusts policies and procedures

To participate in the development, training and mentorship of pre-registration students and staff as required including induction and preceptorship programmes

To provide skilled clinical nursing practices

Communication

Develop and maintain effective communication networks, with service users, health care professionals and other statutory and voluntary organisations

To promote and maintain accurate record keeping in order to conform to NMC policy and Data protection

Responsibility for patient care

To action referrals appropriately according to risk and need in accordance to the service referral criteria

To undertake planned and opportunistic health promotion and education activities with patients and carers

Act as a patients advocate where appropriate

Policy and Service Development

Understanding national policy and guidance and the ability to interpret and implement at service level

Responsibility for Human Resources

Direct supervision of junior members of staff

Act independently on a range of delegated tasks and use own initiative in order to manage own workload within appropriate professional guidelines

Participate in the PDR process to identify personal and team development goals

Able to organise staff in the absence of the District Nurse (Band 6) reporting to a senior member of staff any anomalies

Professional Responsibilities and Freedom to Act

Interpret national guidance on NMC guidelines

Participate in clinical supervision

Maintain clinical and professional competencies in accordance with relevant statutory legislation and guidance relevant to health professionals and their services

To participate in mandatory and statutory training requirements and keep a record of all training and other developmental activities

Responsibility for Research & Development

Ensure standards, protocols and policies are evidence based and applied to practice

Keep updated with current clinical issues thus always promoting best practice

Use research to inform practice

Participate in audits as appropriate

General

The post holder will be required to have access to independent means of transport for work purposes to travel across SWFT and to other agencies

Physical and Mental Effort

The post holder will undertake people moving and handling on a daily basis. The handling of equipment e.g. hoists, is integral to the post and may be required to be undertaken in confined spaces within patients homes.

The post holder will be required to operate as a lone worker in accordance with WCH policies and procedures

The post holder may come into contact with bodily fluids including urine and faeces and exudate from wounds e.g. blood and pus

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Mentor and Assessing Qualification or similar

Experience

Essential

• Experience of adult general nursing.
• Experience of working in a team environment

Desirable

• Experience of current developments in the NHS

Skills

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of equal opportunities
• Must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the need for confidentiality in all aspects of the role
• Computer Literate

Desirable

• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work autonomously within the framework of a team
• Must be able to work on own initiative and be able to supervise other staff effectively
• Ability to be an effective communicator
• Excellent role model

Desirable

• Ability to negotiate
• Ability to be self-motivated

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Must be a non-smoker during working hours
• Must be willing to undertake a DBS to Enhanced / Standard level
• Must be legally entitled to work in this country
• Must be car owner/driver with full current driving licence with independent access to transport for work purposes
• Must be willing to work flexible hours including Bank Holidays and weekends and be able to participate in the cover of the evening service if required
• Must be willing to travel across SWFT

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

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stratford Distirct Nurse office- Stratford Hopistal site

Arden Street

Stratford upon Avon

CV37 6NX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cleaning of drains across the siteCleaning and unblocking roofs and rain gulliesCleaning Facia and soffitsCleaning of Windows across the site High level and low levelCleaning of plant rooms across the sitePressure washing requested areas across the siteLifting and shifting where neededMoving powered machinery when and where needed to do workAssist the Fabric team when and where neededCall out work on a rota basisTo fully participate in the performance review process and personaldevelopment planning.Undertake training as necessary in line with the development of the post.To achieve and demonstrate agreed standards of personal and professional development within agreed timescales.To contribute positively to the effectiveness and efficiency of the teams in which you work.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience in prior, similar roles within the Building industry or specialist cleaning field

Desirable

• Experience of working for an NHS Trust or similar public sector body

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of building services and repairs and / or previous experience in a building services

Desirable

• Knowledge of relevant health and safety legislation and risk

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Rd

Reading

RG1 5AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Overall Purpose of Job

The London Borough of Newham LBN has been identified as one of the 75 local authorities chosen to trial a new-style family support centre known as a Family Hub. They will be created in Newham through a £4 million Family Hubs & Start for Life grant fund successfully secured by the Council from Central Government. The Family Hub concept is an approach that ensures services and professionals work better together to provide families easier access to services in their local community. It will include, for example, health services (antenatal, maternity, health visitor, school nurses), early years and childcare, education, parenting support, safety and relationship support.

The Specialist Baby Feeding Supporter will contribute to fulfilling the minimum requirements of the Family Hubs Programme. At its core, this includes providing support and guidance to parents in Newham to help improve breastfeeding initiation, exclusivity, duration and support families with their wider infant feeding goals. The post holder will be expected to incorporate the Baby Friendly standards in all aspects of his or her role.

The Health Visiting Service contributes to the London Borough of Newham LBN key priorities set out in the corporate plan for children, young people and families and in accordance United Nations UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

The post holder will be a member, of the Health Visiting Service, working within the Newham Infant Feeding Team. They will contribute to the provision of infant feeding support as a part of delivery of the Healthy Child Programme (HCP) 2023, NHS Long Term Plan 2019, updated 2023, National Family Hubs priorities, and LBN Public Health priorities (50 Steps)

Newham Best Start Family Hubs, Childrens Centres and Childrens Health 0-19 Service jointly achieved Stage 3 Full UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative BFI Accreditation in May 2026. Together we are working to maintain Baby Friendly accreditation at Re-assessment in 2028, aiming to apply for Gold Accreditation in 2029.

The post holder will be expected to incorporate the Baby Friendly standards in all aspects of his/her role.

The post holder will undertake duties as delegated by the Infant Feeding Coordinator and Integrated Team Manager, providing support and information to parents in Newham around infant feeding, to complement the core infant feeding support offered by the Health Visiting Service.

The post holder will work as part of the LBN public health nursing team, liaising and working with statutory and voluntary agencies to promote the health and wellbeing of the local population as delegated.

Using a client-centred, counselling skills approach, the post holder will support parents to find solutions to common infant feeding issues and concerns enabling more mothers to reach their breastfeeding goals; support parents who use formula to do so as safely as possible; to support parents to introduce healthy, family foods at around 6 months; support healthy weight for baby, mother and family, support maternal and infant mental health and well-being, including supporting, parents to develop reciprocal, close and loving relationships with their babies.

The post holder will be required to undertake the key functions of the role in a timely manner including liaison with Health Visiting and CHIS staff to share confidential, patient identifiable clinical data and information on a daily basis to facilitate clinical service delivery to local children and families living in Newham. They will also be expected to collaborate with other parts of Newhams infant feeding system, such as with Maternity Services, commissioned services and voluntary organisations.

The post holder must follow LBN Safeguarding and Data Protection procedures.

The post holder will report to the Infant Feeding Coordinator.

The post holder must attend mandatory training as applicable to the role.

The post holder has no budget responsibility

The post holder has no line management responsibilities

The post holder will be required to adhere to the dress code of smart but casual.

Job Summary

The Specialist Baby Feeding Supporter will:

Deliver education, information and support within antenatal and postnatal workshops; in person at Newham Baby Feeding Cafes and other community events.

Provide support to clients using a range of communication methods including video calls, phone calls, text messages and emails

Promote breastfeeding to pregnant women, their families and the wider community in Newham and to provide information and support to enable women to breastfeed their babies for as long as they wish. Where exclusive breastfeeding is not possible, to support parents to make informed decisions around safe and responsive bottle feeding. Supporting all parents to develop close and loving relationships with their babies.

Support the Infant Feeding Co-ordinator with audit as part of UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative accreditation.

Use a person-centred, non-judgemental approach, supporting all parents to feed their babies as safely as possible including breastfeeding, bottle feeding and introducing solid foods.

Draw on in depth knowledge of lactation to support mothers to with complex multi-factorial infant feeding challenges including physical, psychological and social barriers, enabling women to reach their own infant feeding goals; supporting increased initiation, prevalence and satisfaction of breastfeeding in Newham.

Work collaboratively with health visitors in the co-ordination of care-plans including where appropriate assessing and referring to GPs, tongue tie service, Speech and Language Therapies (SALT), dieticians and other specialist services.

Arrange loan of breastfeeding equipment when required as part of a feeding plan, teaching mothers how to use equipment safely.

Support maternal and infant mental health and well-being, including referral and signposting as appropriate.

Record activity and data at end of each shift to support information sharing with health visiting, Public Health and Family Hubs colleagues.

Maintain mandatory training and supervision.

Key Tasks and Accountabilities:

Model London Borough of Newhams HEART values.

Work collaboratively with other members of Newham Infant Feeding Team under the direction of the Senior Specialist Baby Feeding Supporter and the Infant Feeding Co-ordinator to cover the rota for the Baby Feeding Helpline, workshops and other events across the week 7 days.

Work collaboratively with external infant feeding partners such as Maternity Services and community based commissioned services as well as the wider Family Hubs Network.

Deliver culturally sensitive, co-produced group sessions to enhance complementary feeding practices in diverse local populations.

Respond in a timely manner to parents phone calls, voicemails, text messages and emails, offering return video or phone call, platform as preferred by the client, i.e. Whats App

Support parents with infant feeding questions and concerns; providing support and evidence based information.

Signpost parents to appropriate partner services and follow up where necessary.

Maintain excellent listening and communication skills using a strengths based approach, supporting parents own learning and self-efficacy.

Provide follow up with reliable, evidence based resources.

Liaise with Senior Baby Feeding Specialist, Infant Feeding Co-ordinatorand Health Visiting teams where there are concerns outside of remit of the role. Communicating effectively and professionally with all members of the multidisciplinary team and with outside agencies involved in provision or planning of care.

Document support provided on electronic healthcare records RiO.

Demonstrate awareness of the needs of clients/families from diverse ethnic family groups.

Maintain knowledge and understanding of trust guidelines and policies appropriate to the role and demonstrate evidence-based practiced based on these and UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative.

Attend and take an active part in team meetings.

Participate in individual performance reviews.

Identify and pursue own educational and professional development including mandatory training.

Follow all LBN Safeguarding and Data Protection policies and procedures.

Attend monthly 1-1 supervision with Infant Feeding Co-ordinator

United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child 1990

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• About You
• The candidate will/must have:
• -IBCLC or Breastfeeding Counsellor, or Peer Supporter working towards BFC or IBCLC qualification.
• -In depth knowledge of infant feeding including lactation, the value of breastfeeding, and common issues including awareness of how to support mothers to establish and maintain breastfeeding.
• -Excellent communication skills, written and verbal; team oriented, able to work as part of a team, and independently.
• Ability to use IT and common software packages e.g. Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
• -Ability to be professional, emotionally intelligent and able to communicate effectively in diverse situations.
• -Ability to travel to workshops, Baby Feeding Cafes and other events in Newham as required.
• -The role includes some weekend work.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

London Borough of Newham

Address

Building 1000, Newham Dockside

1000 Dockside Road

London

E16 2QU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.newham.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking to appoint between 1-2 extremely motivated and ambitious trust doctors (registrar ST3+) to join our team of 8 clinical fellows/trust doctors who provide middle grade cover for our service. The registrar will be supported by an excellent team of advanced nurse practitioners (ANPs) on the ward as well as 3 surgical care practitioners (SCPs) in theatre. This post is for a doctor who has completed CST training who wishes to gain some more clinical and operative experience in cardiothoracic surgery or for a more senior trainee/surgeon who would like to develop further subspecialty interest including MCS and transplant.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Primary Medical Qualification.
• Full GMC registration or eligibility to obtain this within 3 months
• Ability to work in the UK

Desirable

• Completed core surgical training
• MRCS or any equivalent diplomas
• FRCS (C-Th)

Clinical Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Good history & examination skills.
• Able to formulate a working diagnosis.
• Able to order appropriate investigations.
• Image interpretation relevant to practice.
• Knows when to appropriately seek assistance from a senior colleague.
• Current ALS registration
• Experience as a cardiothoracic SHO (at least 6 months)

Desirable

• Experience as a registrar in cardiothoracic surgery
• CALS/ATLS

Maintaining Clinical Competence

Essential

• Written evidence of satisfactory training to date e.g. workplace assessments
• Logbook of surgical procedures

Desirable

• Willingness to take responsibility for own learning
• Attending courses and conference for CPD

Teaching

Essential

• Experience of teaching undergraduate medical students & Foundation Doctors

Desirable

• Formal teaching of medical/nursing students
• Train the trainers course
• Faculty of any courses

Clinical Governance, Audit and Research

Essential

• Experience of audit projects.
• Evidence of presentations at meetings

Desirable

• Evidence of closing the audit loop
• Involved in writing local departmental guidelines
• Evidence of publications relevant to the specialty
• Evidence of presentations at national/international meetings

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 Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Freeman Hospital

Newcastle upon Tyne

NE7 7DN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)