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Specialist Community Children's Physiotherapist
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Do you want to develop your physiotherapy career within paediatrics?
16 hour(s) ago
Specialist Community Children's Physiotherapist
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Exercise Therapist
Job summary Do you want to develop your physiotherapy career within paediatrics?
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Pharmacy Dispenser
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GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
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North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
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Pharmacy Team Leader - Administration
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Admin and Clerical
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Community Staff Nurse
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
North East England
GBP 32,557 - 39,631 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
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Specialist Practitioner Access Wellbeing Single Point of Access
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 23,975 - 28,870 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary Access to Wellbeing Single Point of Access Mental Health service have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner t...
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CAMHS Liaison Mental Health Practitioner
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
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16 hour(s) ago
CAMHS Liaison Mental Health Practitioner
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Psychologist
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Bank Senior Referral Clinician
HCRG Care Group
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GBP 0 - 23 per year
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Band 2 Receptionist/Admin Support - Occupational Health and Wellbeing
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North East England
Activity Therapist
Job summary *Welcome patients and visitors to the department.
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Band 2 Receptionist/Admin Support - Occupational Health and Wellbeing
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
Activity Therapist
Job summary *Welcome patients and visitors to the department.
16 hour(s) ago
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South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
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GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
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Specialist Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
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GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
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University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
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GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
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General Surgeon
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Specialty Training Programme Director for General Surgery
NHS England
North East England
General Surgeon
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Head, AI for Medicines Safety
Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
North East England
GBP 0 - 75,585 per year
Grounds and Maintenance Worker
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Vascular Diagnostic Administrator
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
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GBP 31,554 - 33,270 per year
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GBP 31,554 - 33,270 per year
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Cygnet Health Care
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GBP 13 - 14 per hour
Support Staff
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GBP 13 - 14 per hour
Support Staff
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IT Support Officer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
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GBP 28,819 - 31,626 per year
Support Staff
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Health Care Assistant - LG Nephrology Dialysis Unit
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GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
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GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
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GBP 0 - 125,509 per year
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Locum Stroke Consultant
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
North East England
GBP 0 - 125,509 per year
Medical Specialist
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Contracts Assistant
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
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Contracts Assistant
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
Exercise Therapist
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Senior Administrator - Oasis Restore Secure School
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Admin and Clerical
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Senior Administrator - Oasis Restore Secure School
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Admin and Clerical
Job summary Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the healthcare team at ORSS, including managing diaries and appointments, draftin...
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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
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Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 32,073 - 39,043 per year
Psychologist
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Registered Mental Health Nurse
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 36,943 - 44,900 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
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Registered Mental Health Nurse
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
North East England
GBP 36,943 - 44,900 per year
Registered Nurse/RN
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Principal Practitioner Psychologist
Pennine Care NHS FT
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Psychologist
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Principal Practitioner Psychologist
Pennine Care NHS FT
North East England
GBP 66,582 - 77,368 per year
Psychologist
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Experienced General Practice Nurse
West Mendip Primary Care Network
North East England
Nurse Practitioner
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Experienced General Practice Nurse
West Mendip Primary Care Network
North East England
Nurse Practitioner
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Principal Clinical Psychologist
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
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1 day(s) ago
Principal Clinical Psychologist
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
North East England
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Psychologist
Job summary We are looking for an 8a Principal Clinical Psychologist to join the Exeter and East Devon multidisciplinary Learning Disability teams, to help u...
1 day(s) ago
Specialist Community Children's Physiotherapist
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380296
Job summary
Do you want to develop your physiotherapy career within paediatrics?
We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, self-motivated member of staff to help provide a high-quality, comprehensive and proactive clinical physiotherapy service for children and young people (0 to 19 years of age) referred to our specialist children's physiotherapy service within the community setting. If you are a qualified Physiotherapist keen to develop your clinical skills working with children with relevant community and/ or paediatric experience, we would be pleased to hear from you.
We are based at Kaleidoscope, a purpose-built Children and Young People's Centre, in Catford and provide physiotherapy for children and young people in the diverse population of the London borough of Lewisham with neurodevelopmental conditions.
The successful candidate will be motivated, organised and committed to working within a team environment.
An extended DBS check and fulfilment of the physical requirement of the post are detailed in the person specification. A clean driving license is desirable, however the borough has good transport links.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work within mainstream and special schools, provide early intervention to identified client groups under five and assess and treat school-age children. They will take an active part in leading physiotherapy groups for children, deliver aquatic therapy and supervise students on clinical placement. The post holder will hold a varied caseload and be able to develop their skills in postural management, neurodevelopmental interventions, specialist equipment and orthotics, rotating within areas within the service.
Within Lewisham there is a strong multidisciplinary/ multiagency approach to working with children and young people, the post holder will support this and will be involved in promoting it for individual families.
We have a physiotherapy team of 12 members of staff and offer peer support, with a strong commitment to continuing professional development. The post holder will be supported by dedicated and experienced band 7 Physiotherapists. They will have opportunities to develop clinical and organisational skills in a variety of settings and to work with children of all ages from 0-19 years.
About us
Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata plus HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
197-RF8796
Job locations
CYP Physiotherapy, Kaleidoscope Centre for Children and Young People
32 Rushey Green
Catford
SE64JF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
- Accountable to Manager for Childrens therapy and integration via the childrens physiotherapy team leads.
2. To provide a high standard of neurological and neurodevelopmental Physiotherapy assessment, treatment and advice to children, young people and carers in the community setting within Lewisham healthcare; liaising with other professionals to maximise the benefits.
- To contribute to service development including clinical governance and audit, junior staff supervision and multidisciplinary and multiagency working.
Key Result Areas:
- To manage a caseload of children aged 0-19 providing a high standard of physiotherapy assessment, management, treatment and advice. The caseload consists of children with a wide range of neurological related difficulties and/or disabilities, many of whom may have complex or multiple pathology. Seen across a variety of locations within the community including Kaleidoscope, patients homes, community leisure facilities, nurseries and schools
- To be involved in supervising junior staff and students
- To be a source of clinical knowledge and advice on physiotherapy patient care for parents and carers, other health professionals within the multidisciplinary team and professionals working in external agencies.
- To maintain accurate statistics as directed by the team leads
Performance:
- To use well developed assessment and clinical reasoning skills in order to establish an accurate diagnosis, problem list, and prognosis in order to formulate individual and agreed care / treatment plans for a range for children and young people.
- To be responsible for reassessing patient care as treatment progresses and change treatment programmes as appropriate. To use aquatic therapy, neurodevelopmental therapy, casting and Orthotic management, use of Moving and Handling techniques and equipment, use of postural management equipment, goniometry amongst othertechniques when appropriate.
- To provide moving and handling risk assessments, supported by senior staff where necessary, related to the childs physiotherapy programme in accordance with professional guidelines and government legislation.
- To be skilled in communicating and negotiating with families and children of all ages who have a range of physical disabilities and may have associated barriers to understanding, such as learning difficulties, hearing and visual impairments and language.
- To be able to diffuse potentially difficult situations with staff, patients and relatives, using well developed negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- To be able to motivate, negotiate and communicate with children of all ages and abilities in order to effectively carry out physiotherapy assessment and treatment programmes. To motivate and persuade others including staff and parents using verbal and nonverbal communication skills and written information where needed.
- To utilise other team members, in particular clinical supervisor and other senior staff, as needed to support decision making and clinical practice in particularly complex cases.
- To maintain an up to date knowledge of specialist postural equipment, aids, adaptations and resources available to enable the child with disability to function as independently as possible.
- To assess children for specialist equipment and recommend its purchase from health, education and social services. To set up and adjust specialist equipment specifically for individual children. To train parents / carers and other agencies in the use of the equipment.
- To be responsible for maintaining accurate and up to date individual patient records. To provide timely and accurate written reports and physiotherapy programmes for parents / carers, other health professionals, education and social services professionals, voluntary sector workers and solicitors as required.
- To ensure smooth organisation, to delegate and supervise established services e.g. specialist clinics, posturalassessment clinic/ Cerebral Palsy Integrated Pathway patient groups in education settings for all ages, aquatic therapy, orthotics, gym group, developmental co-ordination clinic/group (DCD),PE and individual treatment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary:
- Accountable to Manager for Childrens therapy and integration via the childrens physiotherapy team leads.
2. To provide a high standard of neurological and neurodevelopmental Physiotherapy assessment, treatment and advice to children, young people and carers in the community setting within Lewisham healthcare; liaising with other professionals to maximise the benefits.
- To contribute to service development including clinical governance and audit, junior staff supervision and multidisciplinary and multiagency working.
Key Result Areas:
- To manage a caseload of children aged 0-19 providing a high standard of physiotherapy assessment, management, treatment and advice. The caseload consists of children with a wide range of neurological related difficulties and/or disabilities, many of whom may have complex or multiple pathology. Seen across a variety of locations within the community including Kaleidoscope, patients homes, community leisure facilities, nurseries and schools
- To be involved in supervising junior staff and students
- To be a source of clinical knowledge and advice on physiotherapy patient care for parents and carers, other health professionals within the multidisciplinary team and professionals working in external agencies.
- To maintain accurate statistics as directed by the team leads
Performance:
- To use well developed assessment and clinical reasoning skills in order to establish an accurate diagnosis, problem list, and prognosis in order to formulate individual and agreed care / treatment plans for a range for children and young people.
- To be responsible for reassessing patient care as treatment progresses and change treatment programmes as appropriate. To use aquatic therapy, neurodevelopmental therapy, casting and Orthotic management, use of Moving and Handling techniques and equipment, use of postural management equipment, goniometry amongst othertechniques when appropriate.
- To provide moving and handling risk assessments, supported by senior staff where necessary, related to the childs physiotherapy programme in accordance with professional guidelines and government legislation.
- To be skilled in communicating and negotiating with families and children of all ages who have a range of physical disabilities and may have associated barriers to understanding, such as learning difficulties, hearing and visual impairments and language.
- To be able to diffuse potentially difficult situations with staff, patients and relatives, using well developed negotiation and interpersonal skills.
- To be able to motivate, negotiate and communicate with children of all ages and abilities in order to effectively carry out physiotherapy assessment and treatment programmes. To motivate and persuade others including staff and parents using verbal and nonverbal communication skills and written information where needed.
- To utilise other team members, in particular clinical supervisor and other senior staff, as needed to support decision making and clinical practice in particularly complex cases.
- To maintain an up to date knowledge of specialist postural equipment, aids, adaptations and resources available to enable the child with disability to function as independently as possible.
- To assess children for specialist equipment and recommend its purchase from health, education and social services. To set up and adjust specialist equipment specifically for individual children. To train parents / carers and other agencies in the use of the equipment.
- To be responsible for maintaining accurate and up to date individual patient records. To provide timely and accurate written reports and physiotherapy programmes for parents / carers, other health professionals, education and social services professionals, voluntary sector workers and solicitors as required.
- To ensure smooth organisation, to delegate and supervise established services e.g. specialist clinics, posturalassessment clinic/ Cerebral Palsy Integrated Pathway patient groups in education settings for all ages, aquatic therapy, orthotics, gym group, developmental co-ordination clinic/group (DCD),PE and individual treatment.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Physiotherapist in children and young people's services
- To have experience in teaching other professionals and students
- Use of electronic recording systems
Desirable
- Evidence of specific area of service improvement/ development
- Experience working as a physiotherapist an NHS environment.
- Audit and research
- Client centred practice within a multidisciplinary environment.
- Experience of working within a community setting
- Experience of supervising junior staff, assistants or students
- Knowledge of the use of postural management equipment and orthotics
- Previous experience working in a school setting and working closely with education services
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration (Health and Care Professions Council)
- Evidence of CPD (Continuous Professional Development)- relevant to the role
Desirable
- Member of APCP (Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists)
- Member of CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)
- Student supervisor course
- Safeguarding/Child Protection training
- Post registration paediatric training
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of child development, neurology and paediatric orthopaedic conditions.
- Knowledge of the impact of specific neurological disabilities on a child' s motor performance
- Knowledge of a range of interventions whether restorative or compensatory to meet a child's motor performance needs
- Knowledge of how physiotherapy is applied to family centred and child focused practice.
- Awareness of safeguarding
Desirable
- Understanding of some national legislation and initiatives relating to disability and to the education, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people across health, education and social care.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Physiotherapist in children and young people's services
- To have experience in teaching other professionals and students
- Use of electronic recording systems
Desirable
- Evidence of specific area of service improvement/ development
- Experience working as a physiotherapist an NHS environment.
- Audit and research
- Client centred practice within a multidisciplinary environment.
- Experience of working within a community setting
- Experience of supervising junior staff, assistants or students
- Knowledge of the use of postural management equipment and orthotics
- Previous experience working in a school setting and working closely with education services
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy
- HCPC Registration (Health and Care Professions Council)
- Evidence of CPD (Continuous Professional Development)- relevant to the role
Desirable
- Member of APCP (Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists)
- Member of CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)
- Student supervisor course
- Safeguarding/Child Protection training
- Post registration paediatric training
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of child development, neurology and paediatric orthopaedic conditions.
- Knowledge of the impact of specific neurological disabilities on a child' s motor performance
- Knowledge of a range of interventions whether restorative or compensatory to meet a child's motor performance needs
- Knowledge of how physiotherapy is applied to family centred and child focused practice.
- Awareness of safeguarding
Desirable
- Understanding of some national legislation and initiatives relating to disability and to the education, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people across health, education and social care.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
CYP Physiotherapy, Kaleidoscope Centre for Children and Young People
32 Rushey Green
Catford
SE64JF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust
Address
CYP Physiotherapy, Kaleidoscope Centre for Children and Young People
32 Rushey Green
Catford
SE64JF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380283
Job summary
What was it that made you decide to become a nurse? Did you want to provide Kind Care and make a difference to people in need? Was it your love of learning, and the opportunity to work closely with multi-professional teams in a field that is constantly evolving? Whatever your reason, at HC One, the Kind Care Company, we can offer you a career where your kindness will be truly rewarded. Whether you are at the start of your exciting career journey, or have years of experience as a registered nurse, working within a care home environment can be incredibly rewarding It embodies the practice of nursing, all while building meaningful, long-lasting relationships with Residents and their loved ones. We are looking for kind nurses to join our dedicated care home teams across the country, offering enhanced rates of pay that progress with your experience alongside a wide range of attractive company benefits.
Main duties of the job
As a nurse at HC-One, you will build on your existing skill set, practicing in a nurse-led environment, developing complex decision making and collaborative skills - to name but a few! You will make a difference to our Residents at a time of their life when they may feel the most vulnerable, and they will look to you to guide and support them in life-changing decisions, which is a humbling and unbelievably rewarding part of the role. You will be a Registered Nurse with a valid Pin number and will understand your commitment to your profession through the standards of practice set by the NMC.
About us
At HC-One, our purpose is to support those in our care to lead their best lives. As the Kind Care Company, it is our mission to provide the kindest support and care to Residents living in our care homes, as we strive to be the first-choice care provider for Families, our Colleagues and Commissioners in each of the communities that we serve.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£23.77 to £24.27 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
74295
Job locations
Southgate House
Archer Street
Darlington
Co Durham
DL3 6AH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
What inspired you to become a nurse?
Was it the desire to make a real difference through Kind Care? Or the drive to keep learning and growing in a profession thats always evolving working side by side with multi-disciplinary teams?
Whatever your reason for choosing care, at HC-One The Kind Care Company we offer a career where your compassion and dedication are truly valued.
Whether youre an experienced registered nurse or looking for a new and meaningful direction, working in a care home environment can be incredibly fulfilling.
Its a role that reflects the true heart of nursing combining clinical expertise with the opportunity to form genuine, lasting connections with Residents and their families.
Were looking for kind, compassionate nurses to join our committed care home teams. In return, we offer competitive, experience-based pay and an attractive package of rewarding benefits.
About You As a Registered Nurse at HC-One, you will build on your existing skill set, practicing in a nurse-led environment, developing complex decision making and collaborative skills - to name but a few! You will make a difference to our Residents at a time of their life when they may feel the most vulnerable, and they will look to you to guide and support them in life-changing decisions, which is a humbling and unbelievably rewarding part of the role. You will be a Registered Nurse with at least 12 months experience in Health or Social Care a valid Pin number and will understand your commitment to your profession through the standards of practice set by the NMC. You will have a passion to mentor and share your knowledge with your Colleagues, along with providing support as a practice supervisor and assessor to students. You will understand the importance of effective communication, both verbally and written, and role model professional behaviours. You will advocate and deliver a person-centred approach to care for the people living in our care home and their families. Safeguarding is everyones responsibility and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken. About HC-OneAt HC-One, kindness is more than a wordits a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.
To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings and nurtures five key qualitieswhat we call Kindness the HC-One Way:
- We are curiousasking questions, seeking to understand.
- We are compassionatewalking in the shoes of others.
- We are creativefinding practical ways to make things happen.
- We are courageoussupporting residents to live the life they choose.
- And we are dependablepeople can always count on us.
We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.
We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, were looking for team members who are comfortable with technologyor open to learning. You'll be supported every step of the way.
We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growthopening up opportunities at regional and national levels.
Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.
Rewards & Benefits Are you ready to start your rewarding journey as a Registered Nurse at one of our HC-One care homes? We are here to support you through every step of your career and are committed to providing you with a quick and clear process from offering you a position to your very first working day. To compliment your salary, we offer paid NMC PIN renewal and access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological wellbeing. Benefits include:- Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
- Pay rate is subject to experience and qualifications
- Free uniform
- Homemade meals whilst on shift
- Company pension scheme
- 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (contract dependent)
- Group life Assurance cover
- Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
- Award-winning learning and development opportunities, with dedicated support to achieve additional qualifications.
- GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16.
- An opportunity to learn from experienced Colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
- Colleague discounts access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
- Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their families access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What inspired you to become a nurse?
Was it the desire to make a real difference through Kind Care? Or the drive to keep learning and growing in a profession thats always evolving working side by side with multi-disciplinary teams?
Whatever your reason for choosing care, at HC-One The Kind Care Company we offer a career where your compassion and dedication are truly valued.
Whether youre an experienced registered nurse or looking for a new and meaningful direction, working in a care home environment can be incredibly fulfilling.
Its a role that reflects the true heart of nursing combining clinical expertise with the opportunity to form genuine, lasting connections with Residents and their families.
Were looking for kind, compassionate nurses to join our committed care home teams. In return, we offer competitive, experience-based pay and an attractive package of rewarding benefits.
About You As a Registered Nurse at HC-One, you will build on your existing skill set, practicing in a nurse-led environment, developing complex decision making and collaborative skills - to name but a few! You will make a difference to our Residents at a time of their life when they may feel the most vulnerable, and they will look to you to guide and support them in life-changing decisions, which is a humbling and unbelievably rewarding part of the role. You will be a Registered Nurse with at least 12 months experience in Health or Social Care a valid Pin number and will understand your commitment to your profession through the standards of practice set by the NMC. You will have a passion to mentor and share your knowledge with your Colleagues, along with providing support as a practice supervisor and assessor to students. You will understand the importance of effective communication, both verbally and written, and role model professional behaviours. You will advocate and deliver a person-centred approach to care for the people living in our care home and their families. Safeguarding is everyones responsibility and therefore it is important that you are able to recognise the signs which may indicate possible abuse, harm or neglect in its different forms and know what to do if there are any concerns. All colleagues are required to attend safeguarding training appropriate to their role and to undertake additional training in associated areas. You also have the ability to seek appropriate advice and report concerns, including escalation if action is not taken. About HC-OneAt HC-One, kindness is more than a wordits a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.
To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings and nurtures five key qualitieswhat we call Kindness the HC-One Way:
- We are curiousasking questions, seeking to understand.
- We are compassionatewalking in the shoes of others.
- We are creativefinding practical ways to make things happen.
- We are courageoussupporting residents to live the life they choose.
- And we are dependablepeople can always count on us.
We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.
We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, were looking for team members who are comfortable with technologyor open to learning. You'll be supported every step of the way.
We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growthopening up opportunities at regional and national levels.
Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.
Rewards & Benefits Are you ready to start your rewarding journey as a Registered Nurse at one of our HC-One care homes? We are here to support you through every step of your career and are committed to providing you with a quick and clear process from offering you a position to your very first working day. To compliment your salary, we offer paid NMC PIN renewal and access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological wellbeing. Benefits include:- Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
- Pay rate is subject to experience and qualifications
- Free uniform
- Homemade meals whilst on shift
- Company pension scheme
- 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (contract dependent)
- Group life Assurance cover
- Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
- Award-winning learning and development opportunities, with dedicated support to achieve additional qualifications.
- GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16.
- An opportunity to learn from experienced Colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
- Colleague discounts access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
- Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their families access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Experience
Essential
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Experience
Essential
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
Desirable
- Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified
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
HC-One
Address
Southgate House
Archer Street
Darlington
Co Durham
DL3 6AH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
HC-One
Address
Southgate House
Archer Street
Darlington
Co Durham
DL3 6AH
United Kingdom
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Pharmacy Dispenser
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380265
Job summary
We are currently recruiting Pharmacy Dispenser and welcome applications on a full and part time basis. You will join our rotational team largely in Sunderland Royal Hospital but be able to work across our three Pharmacies across STSFT and support our service level agreement with our partner organisation CHoICE Ltd. Our In-patient pharmacy supplies medicines to wards and departments across our various sites as well as supporting the Integrated Medicine Management team of technicians and pharmacists to deliver pharmaceutical care to patients admitted to the in-patient wards. Good customer service skills are essential as well as the need to care about the patients we serve and the services we deliver and we expect candidates to take pride in the delivery of a safe and responsive dispensing service. This is an exciting opportunity to provide high quality patient care whilst working with an excellent and patient-centred team.
Main duties of the job
Candidates should have achieved NVQ LEVEL 2 or equivalent in Pharmacy services and you would be expected to undertake an accredited checking course after 6 months in post. You will be required to work in both in-patient and out-patient pharmacies across sites and our partner organisation Choice Ltd. As part of the dispensary team you will be involved in the dispensing process for both adult and paediatric patients across attending our hospital.
You would be expected to be part of 7-day service including late night, weekend and bank holiday rotas. You should be adaptable, methodical and have excellent communication and time keeping skills. You must be able to work well within the team and also have the ability to work on your own initiative to deliver excellent patient care. We work in conjunction with the pharmacy education team and we assist with training of new staff which you would be expected to undertake as part of your role.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
C9155-CSAHP-1026-02
Job locations
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
South Tyneside District Hospital
Harton Lane
SOUTH SHIELDS
Tyne And Wear
NE34 0PL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To dispense prescriptions for inpatients, discharged outpatients and to aid in the supply of medicines to wards and other departments. To assist in the provision and development of pharmacy services and medicine management systems to South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT).
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Job description
Job responsibilities
To dispense prescriptions for inpatients, discharged outpatients and to aid in the supply of medicines to wards and other departments. To assist in the provision and development of pharmacy services and medicine management systems to South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT).
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Pharmaceutical Qualification (NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services).
- Must undertake accredited checking course after 6 months in post.
Desirable
- Accuracy
- Checking Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant pharmaceutical experience e.g. dispensing prescriptions, dealing with the public
Desirable
- Experience in dealing with patients
Physical/Mental Abilities
Essential
- Physically capable of doing the job
- Ability to work under pressure
Skills
Essential
- Adaptable
- Good communication skills
- Good Team Worker
- Ability to work on own initiative
Desirable
- Organisational Skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised Pharmaceutical Qualification (NVQ Level 2 Pharmacy Services).
- Must undertake accredited checking course after 6 months in post.
Desirable
- Accuracy
- Checking Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Relevant pharmaceutical experience e.g. dispensing prescriptions, dealing with the public
Desirable
- Experience in dealing with patients
Physical/Mental Abilities
Essential
- Physically capable of doing the job
- Ability to work under pressure
Skills
Essential
- Adaptable
- Good communication skills
- Good Team Worker
- Ability to work on own initiative
Desirable
- Organisational Skills
- Ability to prioritise workload
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
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
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Pharmacy Team Leader - Administration
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380257
Job summary
Presenting an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administrator to join us in the Pharmacy Department at South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust, working to support a range of administrative duties through our administration team.
We are a friendly and dynamic team, supporting the pharmacy management team and the wider pharmacy department in a range of administrative duties.
You will be responsible for overseeing the day to day activities of the administration team and for leading on the provision of clerical support services to the Pharmacy department, reporting to the Senior Management Team.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate excellent organisation and communication skills, with a keen attention to detail.
This is a non-patient facing role.
Main duties of the job
This is a key Pharmacy Service role working as the Manager of all administrative services.
The post holder works with autonomy to manage administrative functions of the Pharmaceutical Services, which include internal and external communications, drug invoice processing, non-drug requisitioning, liaison with other departments (internal and external to the Trust), assuring compliance with statutory training requirements, secretarial support for committees and groups, preparation of reports, and documentation management and archiving. The same functions are fulfilled where appropriate, for multidisciplinary Trust-wide Medicines Management.
The post holder is the first port of call for Medicines Management complaints and commendations, and for medication related Freedom of Information requests, managing and coordinating the work required to fulfil them.
They will ensure Maintenance of oversight for all HR functions of the department and advice the departmental managers on best practice on all aspects as well as ensuring chief pharmacist has a line of oversight for HR support and KPIS across the department. Such as covering leave approval, recruitment, sickness reviews, disciplinary and grievance procedures, staff returns, payroll, turnover, HR policy application, and action planning after an HR Health check.
About us
Come and join a Trust rated Outstanding by the CQC. South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust have been rated as outstanding following our latest inspection by the CQC and we are recruiting new staff to come and help us improve even further. In addition our staff survey results have placed us 4th in the country for recommended place to work.
We provide services across Warwickshire and beyond ranging from Hospitals in Warwick, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Royal Leamington Spa and Shipston-on Stour to Community Services across the county. We are a progressive, expanding organisation with great ambition around improving quality, integrating pathways and delivering high levels of productivity.Our values can be summed up in one sentence. We are 'Trusted to provide safe, inclusive, effective and compassionate care'. Throughout the recruitment process you will be asked to think about how you demonstrate these values and how they impact on your work. It doesn't matter what role you do, whether it is patient facing or not, we are all working in the same way with our values at the core.
As part of our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion we encourage all applicants to complete a short survey. This can be accessed via the link below:
https://forms.office.com/e/ahWY3eAGM2
We appreciate you completing the survey.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share
Reference number
203-SS1232
Job locations
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES SUPPORT FUNCTION
To provide a full and comprehensive support to the senior pharmacy management members, including acting personally on their behalf, in conducting/initiating discussions with staff of all grades and external persons including patients and members of the public.
To facilitate, attend and support meetings as required by the senior pharmacy management members.
To plan and organise programmes of meetings for senior Pharmacy staff and other colleagues, within and external to the organisation. Ensures all staff are fully informed of plans and adjustments to plans.
To maintain appropriate filing systems, electronic wherever possible, for the senior pharmacy management members and for the wider Pharmacy Department, and arrangements for archiving of critical documents to fulfil statutory requirements such as all HR documentation and files in the department.
To manage other administrative and clerical staff employed within the Pharmacy Service, whilst allowing them autonomy to undertake their role..
To ensure that effective communication systems are in place and that administrative staff are briefed in a timely fashion about Trust developments.
To act as the first port of call for Medicines Management complaints and commendations, and for medication related Freedom of Information requests, managing and coordinating the work required to fulfil them.
Support in Complete termination letters and ensure all HR documentation is up-to-date and accurate
STAFF FUNCTION
To be responsible for and manage departmental systems for, the approval of all types of leave including annual leave, lieu time, carer leave, compassionate leave, study leave, Toil etc. and recording of sick leave, ensuring accurate, up-to-date records are kept. To ensure that any anticipated constraints on staff leave and lieu time are communicated to line managers.
To co-ordinate staff sickness absence reviews in absence of their managers Handles sensitive, complex or upsetting information.
To be responsible for the timely preparation of the monthly such as receiving calls related to sickness management, ensuring timely communication and coordination.
payroll document and for the checking, recording and submission of the weekly timesheets for temporary/ locum staff.
To support Chief pharmacist in maintaining overnight of the recruitment and selection of staff in department and supporting mangers in any recruitment support such as preparing advertisements, . To be responsible for ensuring and personally contributing to the provision of induction and training for new staff, locum staff, trainee staff, work experience students and volunteers in the department as well as Support in the exit processes such as termination letters and exit interview set up for management team.
To be responsible for accurate and up to date records of training and support collation of annual training plans for department for submission to L&D. .
To ensure all Pharmacy staff attend appropriate Health & Safety training and subsequent maintenance of records. To be the Pharmacy representative for Health & Safety. .
To ensure that staff queries regarding personnel matters are dealt with appropriately and referred to senior staff or other departments as necessary.
PROCESSES & PROCEDURES
To support senior managers in developing and implementing systems and processes to support the work for the Pharmaceutical Service.To participate in departmental and external audits and provide administrative support for all audit work undertaken by Pharmacy
To ensure collation, maintenance and timely review of departmental documentation that may be required for statutory inspection, or clinical governance purposes together with other departmental management data such as SOPs.
To ensure collation and timely dissemination of agenda and (clinically and commercially highly sensitive) documents for key Trust meetings such as the Trusts Drug & Therapeutics Committee meetings and ensure appropriate communication out of these committees such as timely updates of the Medicines Management web page.
To provide administrative support for the Pharmacy Senior Management Team as required.
To provide reports on a regular and ad hoc basis in an appropriate format, for the needs of the Pharmaceutical Services, the Finance Department, budget holders and senior Trust managers, To maintain and manage hard copy and/or electronic files of appropriate Trust policies and procedures relevant to Pharmacy and ensure the appropriate senior staff are aware of newly issued policies and procedures.
To maintain advanced IT skills for own work and in support of the Lead Technician for Digital services..
To ensure that the Pharmacy Service complies with Trust policies relating to Health and Safety including waste disposal, risk assessments, quarterly H & S inspections, manual handling, mandatory training, etc. and to ensure that the Pharmacy Service maintains appropriate H & S procedures and records, and that staff work within these procedures.
Job description Job responsibilities DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES SUPPORT FUNCTION To provide a full and comprehensive support to the senior pharmacy management members, including acting personally on their behalf, in conducting/initiating discussions with staff of all grades and external persons including patients and members of the public. To facilitate, attend and support meetings as required by the senior pharmacy management members. To plan and organise programmes of meetings for senior Pharmacy staff and other colleagues, within and external to the organisation. Ensures all staff are fully informed of plans and adjustments to plans. To maintain appropriate filing systems, electronic wherever possible, for the senior pharmacy management members and for the wider Pharmacy Department, and arrangements for archiving of critical documents to fulfil statutory requirements such as all HR documentation and files in the department. To manage other administrative and clerical staff employed within the Pharmacy Service, whilst allowing them autonomy to undertake their role.. To ensure that effective communication systems are in place and that administrative staff are briefed in a timely fashion about Trust developments. To act as the first port of call for Medicines Management complaints and commendations, and for medication related Freedom of Information requests, managing and coordinating the work required to fulfil them. Support in Complete termination letters and ensure all HR documentation is up-to-date and accurate STAFF FUNCTION To be responsible for and manage departmental systems for, the approval of all types of leave including annual leave, lieu time, carer leave, compassionate leave, study leave, Toil etc. and recording of sick leave, ensuring accurate, up-to-date records are kept. To ensure that any anticipated constraints on staff leave and lieu time are communicated to line managers. To co-ordinate staff sickness absence reviews in absence of their managers Handles sensitive, complex or upsetting information. To be responsible for the timely preparation of the monthly such as receiving calls related to sickness management, ensuring timely communication and coordination. payroll document and for the checking, recording and submission of the weekly timesheets for temporary/ locum staff. To support Chief pharmacist in maintaining overnight of the recruitment and selection of staff in department and supporting mangers in any recruitment support such as preparing advertisements, . To be responsible for ensuring and personally contributing to the provision of induction and training for new staff, locum staff, trainee staff, work experience students and volunteers in the department as well as Support in the exit processes such as termination letters and exit interview set up for management team. To be responsible for accurate and up to date records of training and support collation of annual training plans for department for submission to L&D. . To ensure all Pharmacy staff attend appropriate Health & Safety training and subsequent maintenance of records. To be the Pharmacy representative for Health & Safety. . To ensure that staff queries regarding personnel matters are dealt with appropriately and referred to senior staff or other departments as necessary. PROCESSES & PROCEDURES To support senior managers in developing and implementing systems and processes to support the work for the Pharmaceutical Service.To participate in departmental and external audits and provide administrative support for all audit work undertaken by Pharmacy To ensure collation, maintenance and timely review of departmental documentation that may be required for statutory inspection, or clinical governance purposes together with other departmental management data such as SOPs. To ensure collation and timely dissemination of agenda and (clinically and commercially highly sensitive) documents for key Trust meetings such as the Trusts Drug & Therapeutics Committee meetings and ensure appropriate communication out of these committees such as timely updates of the Medicines Management web page. To provide administrative support for the Pharmacy Senior Management Team as required. To provide reports on a regular and ad hoc basis in an appropriate format, for the needs of the Pharmaceutical Services, the Finance Department, budget holders and senior Trust managers, To maintain and manage hard copy and/or electronic files of appropriate Trust policies and procedures relevant to Pharmacy and ensure the appropriate senior staff are aware of newly issued policies and procedures. To maintain advanced IT skills for own work and in support of the Lead Technician for Digital services.. To ensure that the Pharmacy Service complies with Trust policies relating to Health and Safety including waste disposal, risk assessments, quarterly H & S inspections, manual handling, mandatory training, etc. and to ensure that the Pharmacy Service maintains appropriate H & S procedures and records, and that staff work within these procedures.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Management qualification or equivalent experience
- RSA Grade II typing/word processing or equivalent
- Experience with all aspects for Microsoft programmes
Experience
Essential
- Significant senior experience in admin. management
- Significant experience of NHS or public sector working
Desirable
- Experience of working with drug names and medical/ pharmaceutical terminology
- Experience of computerised ordering/ invoicing systems
Skills
Essential
- In-depth working knowledge of computer software including but not limited to: - ? Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint/MS Teams - email and electronic diary.
- Able to co-ordinate and prepare documents for meetings, take notes and follow up actions points
- Effective decision making skills
- 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 work
- HR experience
- Managerial /supervisory skills
- Good organisational skills
- Good numeracy skills
- Ability to identify and assess important, urgent and confidential matters and deal with them confidentially
- Able to deal sympathetically and tactfully with patients/carers when necessary
- Assertiveness skills
- Able to prioritise heavy and changing work schedules and meet deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Able to create a rapport
Personal Qualities
Essential
- A team worker
- Efficient and effective
- Demonstrates initiative
- Enthusiastic
- Attentive to detail
- Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise and
- Communicate clearly with a wide range of people from different sectors and at all levels of an organisation
Other
Essential
- Prepared to work flexibly to meet the demands of the post
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Management qualification or equivalent experience RSA Grade II typing/word processing or equivalent Experience with all aspects for Microsoft programmes Experience Essential Significant senior experience in admin. management Significant experience of NHS or public sector working Desirable Experience of working with drug names and medical/ pharmaceutical terminology Experience of computerised ordering/ invoicing systems Skills Essential In-depth working knowledge of computer software including but not limited to: - ? Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint/MS Teams - email and electronic diary. Able to co-ordinate and prepare documents for meetings, take notes and follow up actions points Effective decision making skills 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 work HR experience Managerial /supervisory skills Good organisational skills Good numeracy skills Ability to identify and assess important, urgent and confidential matters and deal with them confidentially Able to deal sympathetically and tactfully with patients/carers when necessary Assertiveness skills Able to prioritise heavy and changing work schedules and meet deadlines Excellent interpersonal skills Able to create a rapport Personal Qualities Essential A team worker Efficient and effective Demonstrates initiative Enthusiastic Attentive to detail Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise and Communicate clearly with a wide range of people from different sectors and at all levels of an organisation Other Essential Prepared to work flexibly to meet the demands 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).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
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Employer name
South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Warwick Hospital
Lakin Road
Warwick
CV34 5BW
United Kingdom
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Community Staff Nurse
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380255
Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 9 MONTHS UNTIL 07/08/2027 DUE TO MATERNITY COVER
Are you an experienced registered nurse with vision, drive and endless enthusiasm? Do you thrive on change and a challenge? Then come and join our District Nursing Service which is dynamic, proactive and progressive with a commitment to making a difference for our patients.
We believe in developmental and training opportunities for our staff and therefore are currently seeking to recruit highly motivated, passionate Band 5 Community Nurses who are keen to develop and work towards one of the following roles;
- Band 6 District Nurse by undertaking the District Nurse Qualification.
- Chronic Condition Case Manager by undertaking disease specific training to provide evidence based care to those individuals with highly complex needs.
- Nurse Practitioners by undertaking a modular approach to attain the clinical skills required.
Interested candidates are welcome to contact the department for an informal discussion regarding the posts requirements.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicants will need to have excellent communication skills with an ability to provide clinically effective care within the District Nurse Team.
The West Division of Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board delivers District Nursing Services across the Counties of Anglesey and Gwynedd working in an integrated way with partner organisations to deliver high quality evidence based care in order to maintain patients in their own homes and communities, averting hospital admissions, empowering the patient towards self management and implementing seamless patient centred care and treatment.
You must be able to travel between patients homes both within towns and rural areas in a timely manner.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
9 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
050-NMR605-1026
Job locations
Council Building
Ffordd Y Cob
Pwllheli
LL53 5AA
United Kingdom
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.
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
- Registered nurse or within 2 months of gaining PIN.
- Knowledge of Community Care
- Practice supervisor/assessor
Desirable
- Previous community experience.
Skills
Essential
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain high standards of care.
- Clinical competency.
- Competent in catheter care
- Picc line care
- Wound care
- Leg ulcer care
- Experience in palliative care
- CRT working
Desirable
- Flexible approach to work.
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing professional training.
- Knowledge of Professional codes of conduct.
- Broad knowledge of relevant community nursing skills and competencies.
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification.
Other
Essential
- Working unsociable hours Ability to travel between patient's homes in a timely manner.
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered nurse or within 2 months of gaining PIN.
- Knowledge of Community Care
- Practice supervisor/assessor
Desirable
- Previous community experience.
Skills
Essential
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to maintain high standards of care.
- Clinical competency.
- Competent in catheter care
- Picc line care
- Wound care
- Leg ulcer care
- Experience in palliative care
- CRT working
Desirable
- Flexible approach to work.
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of ongoing professional training.
- Knowledge of Professional codes of conduct.
- Broad knowledge of relevant community nursing skills and competencies.
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification.
Other
Essential
- Working unsociable hours Ability to travel between patient's homes in a timely manner.
Desirable
- Welsh Speaker.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Council Building
Ffordd Y Cob
Pwllheli
LL53 5AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
Council Building
Ffordd Y Cob
Pwllheli
LL53 5AA
United Kingdom
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Specialist Practitioner Access Wellbeing Single Point of Access
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380253
Job summary
Access to Wellbeing Single Point of Access Mental Health service have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Community Mental Health Practitioner to join the newly formed team.
To work as a qualified practitioner in the Access Wellbeing Single Point of Access which provides a referral and access point for professionals into Access Wellbeing.
To provide specialist screening and triage via a telephone service, as part of the wider multi- disciplinary care team.
To complete face to face urgent mental health assessments as required.
To provide specialist advice to others in relation to referrals and potential treatment pathways or interventions.
Provide supervision, mentorship, training and clinical support to other professionals and the VCSE Sector as required.
To provide a high-quality person-centred approach to care delivery which always considers people's safety, privacy and dignity.
Main duties of the job
The role involves screening, assessing, and providing specialist mental health care through the single point of access, including telephone-based and occasional face-to-face assessments, risk management, signposting, and autonomous clinical decision-making. It requires maintaining advanced, evidence-based clinical expertise, effective communication of complex and sensitive information, and active involvement in quality improvement through audit, evaluation, and complaint handling.
There are leadership expectations: modelling Trust values, supporting change, and contributing to service development. The post provides guidance, supervision, and training to junior staff, promotes effective multidisciplinary teamwork, and maintains high standards of documentation and data reporting.
Responsibilities also include efficient use of resources, participation in audits and research activity, contributing to policy development, and upholding professional codes of practice. The role demands strong IT competence, continuous professional development, and the ability to challenge poor practice.
Environmental demands include prolonged desk-based work, sustained concentration, exposure to distressing information, and the need for expert judgement when advising on acute situations.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£23,975 to £28,870 a year p.a.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
152-M298.26A
Job locations
30 Maiden Castle Road
30 Maiden Castle Road
Dorchester
DT1 2ER
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.
All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected] Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
Person Specification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING
Essential
- Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
- Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training or experience of supporting students
- Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of specialism
- Ability to evaluate care leading to improvement in quality standards and service improvement
- Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence
- Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training or experience of supporting students
Desirable
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of adults Mental Health working
- Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of specialism
PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of highly complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills
Desirable
- Recent previous experience within a comparable role
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
Person Specification KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND TRAINING Essential Registered practitioner to degree/diploma level supplemented by post registration diploma level specialist training and/or short courses or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training or experience of supporting students Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of specialism Ability to evaluate care leading to improvement in quality standards and service improvement Willingness to advance own clinical knowledge, skill and competence based on current evidence Learning and Assessing in Practice Qualification or equivalent practice assessors training or experience of supporting students Desirable Recent previous experience within a comparable role JOB SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE Essential Experience of adults Mental Health working Demonstrable knowledge of assessment and therapeutic interventions in area of specialism PERSONAL QUALITIES/ATTRIBUTES Essential Able to communicate effectively at different levels of the organisation and with staff, patient/service users, visitors or external organisations both verbally and in writing in the exchange of highly complex, sensitive or contentious information which may require the use of negotiating and/or persuasive skills Desirable Recent previous experience within a comparable role ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.
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).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 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
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
30 Maiden Castle Road
30 Maiden Castle Road
Dorchester
DT1 2ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
30 Maiden Castle Road
30 Maiden Castle Road
Dorchester
DT1 2ER
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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CAMHS Liaison Mental Health Practitioner
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380251
Job summary
This post is to work in the CAMHS Liaison Team based at the acute hospitals Emergency departments including the Queen's Medical Centre, King's Mill Hospital and Bassetlaw hospital. This service is a 24 hour service offering assessments of Children and Young People presenting to the Emergency Department in Crisis. The service also covers the Crisis phone line from 8 pm to 8 a.m.
The post holder will ensure young people receive appropriate assessment, intervention and treatment with minimal avoidable delays, whilst improving the quality and experience of care.
The service will be for young people under the age of 18 who are admitted to hospital due to self-harm and young people who are experiencing a crisis in their mental health of such a degree that without the intervention of the CAMHS Liaison service, inpatient psychiatric care would be required.
As a CAMHS service we actively work with both children and families and recognise the value of a systemic formulation alongside our mental health and risk assessment. Clinicians with a varied work experience are welcome to apply as we assess a diverse population
Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £26.40 (standard) or £54.40 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment
You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies
Main duties of the job
With support from the Operational Lead and Clinical Lead, monitor improvements to standards of care through clinical supervision, clinical audit, evidenced based practice, and supporting professional colleagues.To be responsible for completing specialist mental health assessments and developing treatment plans as an autonomous practitioner and to monitor interventions utilising routine outcome measures and MDT case discussion, ensuring compliance in accordance with Trust policy.To prevent avoidable admission of young people experiencing mental health crisis and/or high levels of emotional distressTo maintain professional standards, ensuring adherence to all relevant policies and procedures to ensure the delivery of high quality care.There is an expectation for workers to work shifts covering the 24/7 shift pattern of the team. There may be elements within the job description that may alter within reasonable boundaries and there will be an expectation of supporting other area's of the CAMHS service owing to fluctuations in demand and capacity. These requests would be in line with the knowledge, skills and competencies of the post holder.
A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
About us
#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.
We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.
We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.
The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.
The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
3 years
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
186-875-26-MH
Job locations
Queens Medical Centre and King's Mill Hospital
Derby Road, Nottingham and Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG7 2UH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide comprehensive specialist assessments using well developed skills, including the risk assessment and management of young people who present in mental health crisis.
To work as an autonomous practitioner who is accountable for their own professional activities, providing clinically effective and where possible evidence based therapeutic interventions, utilising specialist analytical and interpretive skills for young people and their parents/ carers presenting with complex needs.
To undertake specialised initial assessments of young people following acts of self-harm and attempted suicide. This includes gathering appropriate information from the child and family and other relevant agencies, offering specialist expertise in child and adolescent mental health.
To undertake specialised risk assessments throughout the assessment documentation in appropriate case notes.
Participate in the consultation/liaison work of the team with other agencies.
To provide liaison psychiatry assessments to young people and their families who attend our Acute Hospitals / A&E Departments experiencing distress, harm to self or other presenting highlighting concerns related to their emotional wellbeing.
Agreed appropriate standards met.
Evidence of timely accurate data input.
Evidence of service user involvement.
Evidence of high quality risk assessment and treatment via patient records and supervision as well as team discussion.
To work intensively with parent/ carers/ families to enable them to be aware of the young persons difficulties and needs in order to support them and be active participants in the care planning and delivery processes.
To sensitively facilitate family based interventions.
To reflect upon their own clinical practice and that of others in all aspects of care given to patients in crisis and their families/carers.
Working as an autonomous practitioner with a limited need for day to day supervision.
To be able to make safe clinical decisions in pressured situations while keeping the best interests of the young person and family at the heart of the decision making process- with support if required.
To work effectively with colleagues from other disciplines as appropriate throughout the assessment and treatment process.
To have highly developed report writing skills. Be responsible for providing and receiving highly complex, sensitive distressing and emotional information in relation to health issues.
Communicate sensitive complex information about their condition to patients and their carers.
Developed knowledge of safeguarding procedure and experience in how to manage these situations including advising colleagues where necessary.
To ensure documentation and care plans are comprehensive and are of the highest standard in line with Trust policy.
To take an active role in the involvement of service users in all aspects of the service.
To represent the CAMHS service with our partner agencies as a highly specialist practitioner.To be aware of and involved in service development.
To work within professional and ethical frameworks established by national bodies such as the Department of health and the NMC.
To provide in-reach to young people admitted into psychiatric inpatient beds, to support with facilitating home leave and enabling moretimely discharge.
To liaise with and support staff on the trusts 136 suites if a young person is admitted for a section 136 assessment.
Provide support to young people on a section 136 and families if able to within team capacity.
Job description Job responsibilities To provide comprehensive specialist assessments using well developed skills, including the risk assessment and management of young people who present in mental health crisis. To work as an autonomous practitioner who is accountable for their own professional activities, providing clinically effective and where possible evidence based therapeutic interventions, utilising specialist analytical and interpretive skills for young people and their parents/ carers presenting with complex needs. To undertake specialised initial assessments of young people following acts of self-harm and attempted suicide. This includes gathering appropriate information from the child and family and other relevant agencies, offering specialist expertise in child and adolescent mental health. To undertake specialised risk assessments throughout the assessment documentation in appropriate case notes. Participate in the consultation/liaison work of the team with other agencies. To provide liaison psychiatry assessments to young people and their families who attend our Acute Hospitals / A&E Departments experiencing distress, harm to self or other presenting highlighting concerns related to their emotional wellbeing. Agreed appropriate standards met. Evidence of timely accurate data input. Evidence of service user involvement. Evidence of high quality risk assessment and treatment via patient records and supervision as well as team discussion. To work intensively with parent/ carers/ families to enable them to be aware of the young persons difficulties and needs in order to support them and be active participants in the care planning and delivery processes. To sensitively facilitate family based interventions. To reflect upon their own clinical practice and that of others in all aspects of care given to patients in crisis and their families/carers. Working as an autonomous practitioner with a limited need for day to day supervision. To be able to make safe clinical decisions in pressured situations while keeping the best interests of the young person and family at the heart of the decision making process- with support if required. To work effectively with colleagues from other disciplines as appropriate throughout the assessment and treatment process. To have highly developed report writing skills. Be responsible for providing and receiving highly complex, sensitive distressing and emotional information in relation to health issues. Communicate sensitive complex information about their condition to patients and their carers. Developed knowledge of safeguarding procedure and experience in how to manage these situations including advising colleagues where necessary. To ensure documentation and care plans are comprehensive and are of the highest standard in line with Trust policy. To take an active role in the involvement of service users in all aspects of the service. To represent the CAMHS service with our partner agencies as a highly specialist practitioner.To be aware of and involved in service development. To work within professional and ethical frameworks established by national bodies such as the Department of health and the NMC. To provide in-reach to young people admitted into psychiatric inpatient beds, to support with facilitating home leave and enabling moretimely discharge. To liaise with and support staff on the trusts 136 suites if a young person is admitted for a section 136 assessment. Provide support to young people on a section 136 and families if able to within team capacity.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant Professional qualification e.g. RMN, RNLD, Allied Health Professional with appropriate accreditation
- Registration with relevant professional body
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration learning and development.
- Additional relevant post graduate training.
- 2 + years experience post registration at band 5 or above
Contractual arrangements
Essential
- A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is preferred for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010.
- To work flexibly over a 22/7 rota.
Physical requirements
Essential
- Has the ability to perform the full range of duties and across a variety of clinical area settings.
Values & Behaviours
Essential
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
- All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation
Training
Essential
- Qualification in Student Practice Placement Assessor or Supervisor OR Willingness to complete.
Desirable
- Experience of support, mentoring and supervising students on placement.
- Experience of delivering training to groups of professionals or facilitating parent / carer groups or youth focussed groups.
- Experience of support, mentoring and supervising students on placement.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of Multidisciplinary and multiagency working
- Evidence of the ability to use and provide clinical supervision OR willingness to undertake training to do so.
- Ability to be an autonomous practitioner whilst also being an integral part of the multidisciplinary team.
- The ability to maintain accurate, contemporaneous case records in line with Trust Policies & Procedures.
- Proven ability to recognise and respond to identified safeguarding concerns
- Competency in meeting the expected performance and data quality targets for the role in a timely manner and an understanding of the importance of this.
- Understanding of responsibilities in relation to Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, CPA & Safeguarding.
- Experience in the development of robust care plans, risk management plans and safety plans.
- Competency in completing comprehensive mental health assessment and assessment of risk.
- Relevant post registration experience in CAMHS, Acute Mental Health, Crisis Team, Liaison Psychiatry.
Desirable
- Experience of working in a community based, mental health team.
- Experience of coordinating and participating in professionals' meetings, discharge coordination / planning meetings.
- Experience and ability to develop a rapport with and engage people around their emotional wellbeing including those with social communication / neuro diversity
- Experience of coordinating day to day clinical activity, applying appropriate clinical decision making, triage and priority weighting.
- Experience of crisis management
- Experience of delegation of clinical tasks and management of team diary
Skills
Essential
- Information technology skills and experience
- Effective organisational and time management skills
- Ability to analyse complex information and present formulation to professional colleagues.
- Liaison and networking skills
- Commitment to organise and participate in Professional appraisal reviews.
- Demonstrate emotional resilience and ability to deal with at times distressing scenarios and information.
- Commitment to organise and participate in Professional appraisal reviews.
Desirable
- Experience of coordinating day to day clinical activity, applying appropriate clinical decision making, triage and priority weighting.
- Experience in using Routine Outcome Measures (ROMS) in a clinical setting.
- Experience of caseload management.
- Engaged in professional development or formal training across a range of evidence-based practices.
Knowledge
Essential
- Be committed to anti discriminatory/ anti oppressive practice and equal opportunity in regard to patient care and team practice.
- Knowledge or current policies, strategies and key indicators for the future and development of Child Mental Health Services
- Ability to maintain accurate case records in line with Trust policies and procedure.
Desirable
- Knowledge or current policies, strategies and key indicators for the future and development of Child Mental Health Services
- Ability to use electronic data recording systems.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Relevant Professional qualification e.g. RMN, RNLD, Allied Health Professional with appropriate accreditation Registration with relevant professional body Desirable Evidence of post registration learning and development. Additional relevant post graduate training. 2 + years experience post registration at band 5 or above Contractual arrangements Essential A full UK driving license and vehicle for business use is preferred for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. To work flexibly over a 22/7 rota. Physical requirements Essential Has the ability to perform the full range of duties and across a variety of clinical area settings. Values & Behaviours Essential All colleagues are expected to demonstrate at interview that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation Training Essential Qualification in Student Practice Placement Assessor or Supervisor OR Willingness to complete. Desirable Experience of support, mentoring and supervising students on placement. Experience of delivering training to groups of professionals or facilitating parent / carer groups or youth focussed groups. Experience of support, mentoring and supervising students on placement. Experience Essential Experience of Multidisciplinary and multiagency working Evidence of the ability to use and provide clinical supervision OR willingness to undertake training to do so. Ability to be an autonomous practitioner whilst also being an integral part of the multidisciplinary team. The ability to maintain accurate, contemporaneous case records in line with Trust Policies & Procedures. Proven ability to recognise and respond to identified safeguarding concerns Competency in meeting the expected performance and data quality targets for the role in a timely manner and an understanding of the importance of this. Understanding of responsibilities in relation to Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, CPA & Safeguarding. Experience in the development of robust care plans, risk management plans and safety plans. Competency in completing comprehensive mental health assessment and assessment of risk. Relevant post registration experience in CAMHS, Acute Mental Health, Crisis Team, Liaison Psychiatry. Desirable Experience of working in a community based, mental health team. Experience of coordinating and participating in professionals' meetings, discharge coordination / planning meetings. Experience and ability to develop a rapport with and engage people around their emotional wellbeing including those with social communication / neuro diversity Experience of coordinating day to day clinical activity, applying appropriate clinical decision making, triage and priority weighting. Experience of crisis management Experience of delegation of clinical tasks and management of team diary Skills Essential Information technology skills and experience Effective organisational and time management skills Ability to analyse complex information and present formulation to professional colleagues. Liaison and networking skills Commitment to organise and participate in Professional appraisal reviews. Demonstrate emotional resilience and ability to deal with at times distressing scenarios and information. Commitment to organise and participate in Professional appraisal reviews. Desirable Experience of coordinating day to day clinical activity, applying appropriate clinical decision making, triage and priority weighting. Experience in using Routine Outcome Measures (ROMS) in a clinical setting. Experience of caseload management. Engaged in professional development or formal training across a range of evidence-based practices. Knowledge Essential Be committed to anti discriminatory/ anti oppressive practice and equal opportunity in regard to patient care and team practice. Knowledge or current policies, strategies and key indicators for the future and development of Child Mental Health Services Ability to maintain accurate case records in line with Trust policies and procedure. Desirable Knowledge or current policies, strategies and key indicators for the future and development of Child Mental Health Services Ability to use electronic data recording systems.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queens Medical Centre and King's Mill Hospital
Derby Road, Nottingham and Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG7 2UH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer name
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Queens Medical Centre and King's Mill Hospital
Derby Road, Nottingham and Mansfield Road, Sutton-in-Ashfield
Nottinghamshire
NG7 2UH
United Kingdom
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380245
Job summary
Package Description: As a Bank Senior Referral Clinician, you will feel valued receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:As well as the Band 6 Hourly rate of £23.89 per hour, at HCRG Care Group you will benefit from:Flexible Shift Booking Self-book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance for a better work-life balance.Wagestream Access Track and access earned wages anytime, avoiding high-interest loans or overdrafts.Professional Growth Gain experience across various services, access free training, and join our Strive for Better professional network.Innovative Culture Share ideas, apply for national funding, and contribute to service improvements.Recognition & Engagement Nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.Commitment to Excellence Be part of a team with "Good" or "Outstanding" CQC-rated servicesWe are looking for a Bank Senior Referral Clinician, who will work within the Single Point of Access team at HCRG Care Group, working as part of a skill-mixed team,
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a Bank Senior Referral Clinician, who will work within the Single Point of Access team at HCRG Care Group, working as part of a skill-mixed team, ensuring a high standard of service delivery. As a Senior Referral Clinician you will be responsible for the digital screening of referrals to ensure effective prioritisation, safety, and accuracy. This involves making clinical decisions regarding the eligibility for access to services, applying a no wrong door approach to ensure inclusivity and seamless care pathways. The role focuses on managing complex referrals, including those involving safeguarding concerns and intricate health needs, ensuring a robust and safe response to the needs of children and families. The successful candidate will bring clinical expertise and substantial experience in childrens health and development. As a Senior Referral Clinician you will clinically supervise and inspire the team to pursue excellence in care delivery, while providing clinical guidance and day-to-day leadership to uphold the quality and safety of services.
About us
We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006 we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology, and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£23.89 an hour
Contract
Bank
Working pattern
Flexible working
Reference number
1558144637
Job locations
HCRG Care Group
Guildford
GU3 1LR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Package Description:
As a BankSenior Referral Clinician,you will feel valued receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:
As well as the Band 6 Hourly rate of £23.89 per hour, at HCRG Care Group you will benefit from:
- Flexible Shift Booking Self-book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance for a better work-life balance.
- Wagestream Access Track and access earned wages anytime, avoiding high-interest loans or overdrafts.
- Professional Growth Gain experience across various services, access free training, and join our Strive for Better professional network.
- Innovative Culture Share ideas, apply for national funding, and contribute to service improvements.
- Recognition & Engagement Nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions.
- Commitment to Excellence Be part of a team with "Good" or "Outstanding" CQC-rated services
We are looking for a Bank Senior Referral Clinician, who will work within the Single Point of Access team at HCRG Care Group, working as part of a skill-mixed team, ensuring a high standard of service delivery.
As a Senior Referral Clinicianyou will be responsible for the digital screening of referrals to ensure effective prioritisation, safety, and accuracy. This involves making clinical decisions regarding the eligibility for access to services, applying a no wrong door approach to ensure inclusivity and seamless care pathways.
The role focuses on managing complex referrals, including those involving safeguarding concerns and intricate health needs, ensuring a robust and safe response to the needs of children and families.
The successful candidate will bring clinical expertise and substantial experience in childrens health and development.
As a Senior Referral Clinicianyou will clinically supervise and inspire the team to pursue excellence in care delivery, while providing clinical guidance and day-to-day leadership to uphold the quality and safety of services.
This role will be based at Wonersh House in Guildford. Hours will 9am - 5pm. There is a four week training plan which will be delivered in person, once completed, there will be flexibilty for hybrid working.
Main Responsibilities
This list is intended to summarise the key responsibilities and is not intended to cover every task that may be required of the role:
- Making clinical decisions on referrals about the eligibility for access to services.
- Use Clinical expertise to triage referrals to the appropriate services Be able to liaise with services regarding referrals.
- Have telephone conversations with parents, referrers and other partners in order to offer advice and guidance within your professional boundaries.
- Support the team in service development and transformation.
- Be aware of the continuous service changes and be able to apply these daily.
- Discuss appropriate care pathways with referrers and families to understand their current needs, expectations of the service and to ensure utilisation of the most appropriate service.
- Support clinical and day-to day leadership of the team including induction and development of new colleagues
Please see the attached job description for a full list of job responsibilities.
The Ideal Candidate
Essential
- A qualified Nurse or Allied Health Professional e.g. RCN, SCPHN, SLT, OT, Physio or equivalent, and clinical registration with a recognised professional body (e.g. NMC, HCPC)
- Postgraduate/post-qualification experience working with Children and Young People for minimum of 3 years
- Excellent communication skills, able to communicate with families, young people and other professionals verbally and in writing.
- Exceptional clinical risk assessment and management skills. A sound understanding of current evidence and best practice in child health and care.
Desirable
- 1 year minimum experience of providing clinical supervision to others
- Experience of working as a senior member of an MDT
- A positive, motivated and passionatabout providing a high quality holistic approach to referral management.
Please see attached job description for full personal specification.
For further information please contact Lisa on 07867373045 or contact via email: [email protected]
About the Company
We change lives by transforming health and care.
Established in 2006 we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.
We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.
While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.
As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.
Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.
Job description Job responsibilities Package Description:As a BankSenior Referral Clinician,you will feel valued receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including:As well as the Band 6 Hourly rate of £23.89 per hour, at HCRG Care Group you will benefit from: Flexible Shift Booking Self-book bank shifts and request time off up to six weeks in advance for a better work-life balance. Wagestream Access Track and access earned wages anytime, avoiding high-interest loans or overdrafts. Professional Growth Gain experience across various services, access free training, and join our Strive for Better professional network. Innovative Culture Share ideas, apply for national funding, and contribute to service improvements. Recognition & Engagement Nominate colleagues for awards and participate in executive Q&A sessions. Commitment to Excellence Be part of a team with "Good" or "Outstanding" CQC-rated servicesWe are looking for a Bank Senior Referral Clinician, who will work within the Single Point of Access team at HCRG Care Group, working as part of a skill-mixed team, ensuring a high standard of service delivery.As a Senior Referral Clinicianyou will be responsible for the digital screening of referrals to ensure effective prioritisation, safety, and accuracy. This involves making clinical decisions regarding the eligibility for access to services, applying a no wrong door approach to ensure inclusivity and seamless care pathways.The role focuses on managing complex referrals, including those involving safeguarding concerns and intricate health needs, ensuring a robust and safe response to the needs of children and families.The successful candidate will bring clinical expertise and substantial experience in childrens health and development.As a Senior Referral Clinicianyou will clinically supervise and inspire the team to pursue excellence in care delivery, while providing clinical guidance and day-to-day leadership to uphold the quality and safety of services.This role will be based at Wonersh House in Guildford. Hours will 9am - 5pm. There is a four week training plan which will be delivered in person, once completed, there will be flexibilty for hybrid working.Main ResponsibilitiesThis list is intended to summarise the key responsibilities and is not intended to cover every task that may be required of the role: Making clinical decisions on referrals about the eligibility for access to services. Use Clinical expertise to triage referrals to the appropriate services Be able to liaise with services regarding referrals. Have telephone conversations with parents, referrers and other partners in order to offer advice and guidance within your professional boundaries. Support the team in service development and transformation. Be aware of the continuous service changes and be able to apply these daily. Discuss appropriate care pathways with referrers and families to understand their current needs, expectations of the service and to ensure utilisation of the most appropriate service. Support clinical and day-to day leadership of the team including induction and development of new colleaguesPlease see the attached job description for a full list of job responsibilities.The Ideal CandidateEssential A qualified Nurse or Allied Health Professional e.g. RCN, SCPHN, SLT, OT, Physio or equivalent, and clinical registration with a recognised professional body (e.g. NMC, HCPC) Postgraduate/post-qualification experience working with Children and Young People for minimum of 3 years Excellent communication skills, able to communicate with families, young people and other professionals verbally and in writing. Exceptional clinical risk assessment and management skills. A sound understanding of current evidence and best practice in child health and care.Desirable 1 year minimum experience of providing clinical supervision to others Experience of working as a senior member of an MDT A positive, motivated and passionatabout providing a high quality holistic approach to referral management.Please see attached job description for full personal specification.For further information please contact Lisa on 07867373045 or contact via email: [email protected]About the CompanyWe change lives by transforming health and care.Established in 2006 we are one of the UK's leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do.We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone.While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can.As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks.Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A qualified Nurse or Allied Health Professional e.g. RCN, SCPHN, SLT, OT, Physio or equivalent, and clinical registration with a recognised professional body (e.g. NMC, HCPC). Postgraduate/post-qualification experience working with Children and Young People for minimum of 3 years. Excellent communication skills, able to communicate with families, young people and other professionals verbally and in writing. Exceptional clinical risk assessment and management skills. A sound understanding of current evidence and best practice in child health and care.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential A qualified Nurse or Allied Health Professional e.g. RCN, SCPHN, SLT, OT, Physio or equivalent, and clinical registration with a recognised professional body (e.g. NMC, HCPC). Postgraduate/post-qualification experience working with Children and Young People for minimum of 3 years. Excellent communication skills, able to communicate with families, young people and other professionals verbally and in writing. Exceptional clinical risk assessment and management skills. A sound understanding of current evidence and best practice in child health and care.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 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
HCRG Care Group
Address
HCRG Care Group
Guildford
GU3 1LR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
HCRG Care Group
Address
HCRG Care Group
Guildford
GU3 1LR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Band 2 Receptionist/Admin Support - Occupational Health and Wellbeing
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380195
Job summary
*Welcome patients and visitors to the department.
*Answer telephone and email enquiries professionally and efficiently.
*Book and manage appointments using electronic systems.
*Maintain accurate records and update confidential information.
*Support clinicians and administrative colleagues with a range of office duties.
*Process correspondence, reports, and documentation.
*Ensure excellent customer service is provided at all times.
Main duties of the job
*Liaise with staff and service users
*Provide excellent telephone skills, accurately record telephone messages and other enquiries and refer as appropriate
*Provide effective communication and problem solving both face to face and via telephone
*Be sympathetic and sensitive to the requirements of staff and service users when communicating by telephone or face to face, including dealing with a difficult situation, e.g. aggressive or demanding behaviour; escalating conflict situations where necessary
*Ability to make decisions and take actions within the team relating to routine enquiries, whilst receiving support and supervision
*Ability to recognise situations that should be referred onto the Service Manager/Office Manager/Team Leader and take prompt and appropriate action
*Managing and monitoring the Occupational Health generic e-mail address which at times contains distressing information.
*Organise own day-to-day work tasks showing an ability to prioritise in order to achieve set timescales
*Undertake work that has been prioritised by the Service Manager/Office Manager/Team Leader
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 to £25,272 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
304-1103825
Job locations
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Job description
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Good General Education (e.g. GCSE English and Maths A-C) or GCSE Level 9-4
Experience
Essential
- *Experience of working with a range of Microsoft Office packages (e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook)
- *Experience of using IT systems
- *Experience of working in a busy office / customer care environment
- *Experience with Data inputting
- *Telephone and reception experience
Desirable
- *Experience working in an Occupational Health Service
- *Administrative experience
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Good communication / customer care skills both written and verbal demonstrating sympathy and compassion
- *Standard keyboard / IT skills
- *Good organisation skills and ability to multitask
- *Good time management skills
- *Ability to deal professionally with enquiries from staff, service users and stakeholders
- *Ability to problem solve
- *Understand confidentiality and apply the principles in every day working practice
- *Ability to pay attention to detail where there are predictable interruptions to the work pattern
- *Ability to deal with stressful situations and sensitive issues
- *Work effectively and flexibly as part of a team to meet the needs of the service
- *Confident in dealing with people at all levels
- *Ability to work across the different sites when required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- *Good General Education (e.g. GCSE English and Maths A-C) or GCSE Level 9-4
Experience
Essential
- *Experience of working with a range of Microsoft Office packages (e.g. Word, Excel and Outlook)
- *Experience of using IT systems
- *Experience of working in a busy office / customer care environment
- *Experience with Data inputting
- *Telephone and reception experience
Desirable
- *Experience working in an Occupational Health Service
- *Administrative experience
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Good communication / customer care skills both written and verbal demonstrating sympathy and compassion
- *Standard keyboard / IT skills
- *Good organisation skills and ability to multitask
- *Good time management skills
- *Ability to deal professionally with enquiries from staff, service users and stakeholders
- *Ability to problem solve
- *Understand confidentiality and apply the principles in every day working practice
- *Ability to pay attention to detail where there are predictable interruptions to the work pattern
- *Ability to deal with stressful situations and sensitive issues
- *Work effectively and flexibly as part of a team to meet the needs of the service
- *Confident in dealing with people at all levels
- *Ability to work across the different sites 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.
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Heartlands Hospital
Bordesley Green E
Birmingham
West Midlands
B9 5SS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)
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Specialist Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380190
Job summary
The SLaM Staff Support Team and the Counselling and Wellbeing Service are collaborating with a Kings College London Research Team to deliver a Step 2 Low Intensity CBT protocol to support SLaM staff experiencing occupational burnout. Occupational burnout affects between 11% and 30% of healthcare professionals and is associated with staff sickness, job turnover and poorer quality of care. This project provides an exciting opportunity to be involved in developing an innovative treatment intervention for staff experiencing occupational burnout in SLaM.
We are looking for a qualified psychological wellbeing practitioner who is enthusiastic, motivated and interested in developing their step 2 skills and knowledge within a staff support setting and contributing to the setting up and roll out of the Step 2 CBT Burnout pathway. An interest in, and experience of, supporting staff would be an advantage.
Main duties of the job
This post is funded for half a day per week (3.75 hours) over a 2-year fixed term period, in alignment with the duration of the Burnout Project. Experience of working in a Talking Therapies service, including experience of supporting Step 2 Low Intensity CBT, is essential. Training and Supervision in the Burnout Protocol will be provided.
About us
This post will work across the Staff Counselling and Wellbeing Service and the Staff Support Team within Corporate Psychology and Psychotherapy.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS (Inner) pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 years
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
334-CLI-8240193
Job locations
Maudsley Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 8AZ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical and Client Care
- Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service and develop programmes of care.
- Provide assessment and a range of information and support for evidence-based low-intensity psychological treatments with particular focus on providing step 2 low intensity intervention for burnout. This work may be face to face, telephone or via other media.
- Assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process.
- Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the service's referral protocols, referring unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary, or stepping up the person's treatment to high intensity psychological therapy. Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.
- Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.
- Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.
- Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service. To keep up to date, coherent and accurate records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making.
- Prepare and present clinical information for all clients on their caseload to clinical/case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, in order to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered.
- Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice.
Professional
- Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in low intensity treatment of common mental health problems.
- Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and clinical practice.
General
- To work on site at the Maudsley and Bethlem hospitals and to work flexibly.
- To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations (such as challenging behaviour, abuse etc) and to support others involved in such situations through Trust-wide approaches including Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve.
Job description Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Clinical and Client Care - Accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service and develop programmes of care. - Provide assessment and a range of information and support for evidence-based low-intensity psychological treatments with particular focus on providing step 2 low intensity intervention for burnout. This work may be face to face, telephone or via other media. - Assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process. - Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the service's referral protocols, referring unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary, or stepping up the person's treatment to high intensity psychological therapy. Work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach. - Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient. - Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate. - Complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service. To keep up to date, coherent and accurate records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making. - Prepare and present clinical information for all clients on their caseload to clinical/case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, in order to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered. - Respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice. Professional - Be aware of and keep up to date with advances in low intensity treatment of common mental health problems. - Engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competencies and clinical practice. General - To work on site at the Maudsley and Bethlem hospitals and to work flexibly. - To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations (such as challenging behaviour, abuse etc) and to support others involved in such situations through Trust-wide approaches including Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from PWP training course (e.g. Post Graduate Diploma in Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Interventions
Desirable
- BABCP / BPS PWP accreditation
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working as a PWP to treat common mental health problems in adults
- Experience of collecting and recording patient reported outcome measures to monitor progress
- Experience of carrying out psychological assessment including assessment of risk
Desirable
- Working in an NHS TALKING THERAPIES stepped care framework
- Experience working within Staff Support Setting
- Working with Health and Social Care workers within the NHS TALKING THERAPIES or other services
Knowledge/Skills
Essential
- Good knowledge of CBT as applied to common mental health problems in adults
- Familiarity with the NHS TALKING THERAPIES stepped care framework for treatment of depression and anxiety disorders
- Ability to meet agreed service targets and manage own caseload
- High standards of communication skills, including written communication
- To plan and schedule assessment and interventions for individual clients with consideration for the needs of staff working within SLAM.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Occupational Health stressors
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualification from PWP training course (e.g. Post Graduate Diploma in Low Intensity Cognitive Behavioural Interventions Desirable BABCP / BPS PWP accreditation Experience Essential Experience of working as a PWP to treat common mental health problems in adults Experience of collecting and recording patient reported outcome measures to monitor progress Experience of carrying out psychological assessment including assessment of risk Desirable Working in an NHS TALKING THERAPIES stepped care framework Experience working within Staff Support Setting Working with Health and Social Care workers within the NHS TALKING THERAPIES or other services Knowledge/Skills Essential Good knowledge of CBT as applied to common mental health problems in adults Familiarity with the NHS TALKING THERAPIES stepped care framework for treatment of depression and anxiety disorders Ability to meet agreed service targets and manage own caseload High standards of communication skills, including written communication To plan and schedule assessment and interventions for individual clients with consideration for the needs of staff working within SLAM. Desirable Knowledge of Occupational Health stressors
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
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UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Maudsley Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 8AZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Maudsley Hospital
Denmark Hill
London
SE5 8AZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Support Worker
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279) View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380187
Job summary
Post holders will be expected to undertake training to ensure a basic knowledge or level of competence in sexual health appropriate to the role and to be able to work across all sites of the integrated service according to service needs. Flexibility in working hours is expected including weekend & evening working.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years' experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.
If you are applying using a Graduate visa as your right to work, you must have a minimum of 18 months remaining on your visa at time of application.
Main duties of the job
Another exciting opportunity has arisen to join the busy and dynamic Nursing team as a Clinic Support Worker within the Sexual Health and Contraception Service in Brighton. The Integrated Sexual Health Service in Brighton operates across three sites, with outreach to other parts of the city. We are a multi-professional progressive team providing a comprehensive, evidence based and patient focused service for Contraception and Sexual Health.
Experience in venepuncture and/or diagnostic microscopy is desirable but not essential as all necessary training will be given to the successful candidate/s. However, excellent interpersonal and communication skills are imperative as the role requires a sensitive, confidential and non-judgemental manner at all times. Evidence of previous team working and flexibility is essential.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
For this role it is essential that you have previous NHS or NHS primary care experience with a Care Certificate from an Ofqual regulated awarding organisation. Or that you are an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute NHS Trust within recent years with evidence of your degree verified by an ENIC report.
Please ensure to attach your Care Certificate and/or ENIC report to your application as this will be required for interview.
About us
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Information Pack :
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share
Reference number
279-8258720-OCT26-A
Job locations
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will be responsible for delivering planned, high quality nursing care that supports the integrated service (the service) aim of providing effective care that encompasses and responds to the sexual health and contraception needs of patients attending the service.
- The post holder will (after in-house training and successful completion of competency based assessments) provide evidence-based, clinical patient care that supports holistic sexual and reproductive health care of patients attending the service. This will include venepuncture, assisting medical and nursing staff performing intimate genital examinations, specimen collection and delivering contraception care , acting as a chaperone, performing diagnostic microscopy, facilitating asymptomatic patient pathways, recording patient observations (blood pressure, weight, height) and sexual health discussion / health promotion (including C-Card and condom provision.
- The post holder will be responsible for the preparation of the clinical area and assisting colleagues in the genital biopsy, Horizon, IUD / IUS and implant clinic.
- The post holder is required to work in an autonomous role when performing venepuncture and diagnostic microscopy and will be required to make clinical diagnosis based upon their microscopy assessment
- The post holder will work across hub and spoke sites across Brighton and Hove, and is required to work some evenings and weekends.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will be responsible for delivering planned, high quality nursing care that supports the integrated service (the service) aim of providing effective care that encompasses and responds to the sexual health and contraception needs of patients attending the service.
- The post holder will (after in-house training and successful completion of competency based assessments) provide evidence-based, clinical patient care that supports holistic sexual and reproductive health care of patients attending the service. This will include venepuncture, assisting medical and nursing staff performing intimate genital examinations, specimen collection and delivering contraception care , acting as a chaperone, performing diagnostic microscopy, facilitating asymptomatic patient pathways, recording patient observations (blood pressure, weight, height) and sexual health discussion / health promotion (including C-Card and condom provision.
- The post holder will be responsible for the preparation of the clinical area and assisting colleagues in the genital biopsy, Horizon, IUD / IUS and implant clinic.
- The post holder is required to work in an autonomous role when performing venepuncture and diagnostic microscopy and will be required to make clinical diagnosis based upon their microscopy assessment
- The post holder will work across hub and spoke sites across Brighton and Hove, and is required to work some evenings and weekends.
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- NHS experience or NHS primary care experience is required or an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute NHS Trust within recent years
- Care Certificate from a Ofqual regulated awarding organisation
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquisition, working at a higher-level standard of care delivery, equivalent to vocational qualification level 3. This is evidenced via a portfolio of practice and/or profession discussion.
Desirable
- Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support or Health and Social Care or relevant equivalent
- Level 2 apprenticeship standard in Clinical Healthcare Support, Health & Social Care or relevant equivalent qualification
- Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Clinical Healthcare Support or relevant equivalent Qualification
- Maths GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or Maths Level 2 functional Skills
- English GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or English Level 2 functional skills.
Skills
Essential
- Experience of working in an autonomous role and managing own workload
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- Diagnostic Microscopy
- Experience in a Sexual Health and Contraception setting
People Management and Development
Essential
- Good interpersonal and people skills
- Able to work as part of a team
- Ability to demonstrate activities to new/junior members of staff
Desirable
- Experience of supporting new HCAs to induct and develop
- Experience of supporting knowledge acquisition and reviewing a learners practice to meet a fundamental standard of patient care
- A good working knowledge of the Care Certificate Standards
- Mentoring or teaching Qualification
- Competent to chaperone during intimate genital examinations
- Aware of confidentiality in relation to sexually transmitted infections, young people and safeguarding
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Good written and spoken English - able to communicate clearly and succinctly to patients and colleagues Legible handwriting and able to maintain accurate documentation
- Computer / keyboard skills, sufficient to send/receive emails, document activities electronically, eg. In Electronic Patient Record
- Non- judgemental and with the personal maturity to discuss matters related to sex and sexuality
- Able to communicate complex and sensitive information using appropriate language
Desirable
- Knowledge of Healthcare in an inner city
Freedom to Act
Essential
- Work within codes of practice and according to professional standards and guidelines.
- Take responsibility for assessing service requirements and delegate work as appropriate in response to changing demands
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Person Specification
Experience and Qualifications
Essential
- NHS experience or NHS primary care experience is required or an internationally educated nurse/midwife/doctor who has worked in an acute NHS Trust within recent years
- Care Certificate from a Ofqual regulated awarding organisation
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills acquisition, working at a higher-level standard of care delivery, equivalent to vocational qualification level 3. This is evidenced via a portfolio of practice and/or profession discussion.
Desirable
- Level 3 Diploma in Clinical Healthcare Support or Health and Social Care or relevant equivalent
- Level 2 apprenticeship standard in Clinical Healthcare Support, Health & Social Care or relevant equivalent qualification
- Level 3 apprenticeship standard in Clinical Healthcare Support or relevant equivalent Qualification
- Maths GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or Maths Level 2 functional Skills
- English GCSE (grade C or above or grade 4 to 9) or English Level 2 functional skills.
Skills
Essential
- Experience of working in an autonomous role and managing own workload
Desirable
- Venepuncture
- Diagnostic Microscopy
- Experience in a Sexual Health and Contraception setting
People Management and Development
Essential
- Good interpersonal and people skills
- Able to work as part of a team
- Ability to demonstrate activities to new/junior members of staff
Desirable
- Experience of supporting new HCAs to induct and develop
- Experience of supporting knowledge acquisition and reviewing a learners practice to meet a fundamental standard of patient care
- A good working knowledge of the Care Certificate Standards
- Mentoring or teaching Qualification
- Competent to chaperone during intimate genital examinations
- Aware of confidentiality in relation to sexually transmitted infections, young people and safeguarding
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Good written and spoken English - able to communicate clearly and succinctly to patients and colleagues Legible handwriting and able to maintain accurate documentation
- Computer / keyboard skills, sufficient to send/receive emails, document activities electronically, eg. In Electronic Patient Record
- Non- judgemental and with the personal maturity to discuss matters related to sex and sexuality
- Able to communicate complex and sensitive information using appropriate language
Desirable
- Knowledge of Healthcare in an inner city
Freedom to Act
Essential
- Work within codes of practice and according to professional standards and guidelines.
- Take responsibility for assessing service requirements and delegate work as appropriate in response to changing demands
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
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 Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Royal Sussex County Hospital
Eastern Road
Brighton
BN2 5BE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380174
Job summary
The role of Specialty Training Programme Director for General Surgery within the South West School of Surgery will work with and support the Head of School for Surgery in leading the delivery of a wide range of functions, aligned to the NHS England mandate and long-term workforce plan.
There are two general surgery TPDs for the South West and the successful applicant will work closely with the other incumbent to manage the whole of the general surgery training programme across the whole of the south west. We would welcome applications from candidates across the South West region.
The rolewill focus upon improvement of learner supervision, assessment and experience, engagement of faculty and ensuring effective educational outcomes, both now and in the future.
The appointment will be made on the basis of a part-time secondment to NHS England, alongside existing employment with an NHS Trust in the South West geographical footprint.
This is a senior educator position appointed on a secondment basis until 31 March 2027.
Main duties of the job
The ideal candidate will be an experienced clinician with a thorough understanding of education and training across the region. They will also have strong leadership and communication skills and be able to work effectively as a member of a multi-professional team.
About us
NHS England has a wide range of statutory functions, responsibilities and regulatory powers. These are focused on supporting the wider NHS to deliver high quality care, as well as doing those things that are best done once for the whole NHS.
Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.
In March 2025,the Government announced that NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care will increasingly merge functions, ultimately leading to NHS England being fully integrated into the department.
If you currently work within the NHS and if successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the process.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in our offices.
We cannot offer visa sponsorship for any vacancies.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
Depending on experience In line with TPD sessional payments
Contract
Secondment
Duration
5 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
990-SW-EC5871-E
Job locations
Any NHSE Office in the South West region
Plymouth
PL6 5HY
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the Job Description and other supporting documents.
SecondmentsApplicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the Job Description and other supporting documents.
SecondmentsApplicants 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 and Training
Essential
- Primary clinical healthcare qualification
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)
- Consultant currently working in the South West
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
- Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Primary clinical healthcare qualification
- Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)
- Consultant currently working in the South West
Experience and Knowledge
Essential
- Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
- Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
- Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
UK Registration
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Additional information
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
Any NHSE Office in the South West region
Plymouth
PL6 5HY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
NHS England
Address
Any NHSE Office in the South West region
Plymouth
PL6 5HY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Head, AI for Medicines Safety
Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380165
Job summary
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This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of the MHRA's Beyond ADMET: AI for Medicines Safety regulatory sandbox. This strategic regulatory science initiative will explore how artificial intelligence can improve the prediction of absorption, distribution, metabolism, excretion and toxicity (ADMET) outcomes and integrate clinical and real-world data to support safer, faster and more efficient medicines development, ultimately strengthening patient safety.
Reporting to the Deputy Direct of Benefit Risk Evaluation I, the postholder will provide overall leadership for the programme, including its strategic vision, scientific direction and delivery priorities. The role requires a leader who can operate at the intersection of regulatory science, artificial intelligence, medicines development and patient safety, bringing together expertise from across the MHRA, academia, industry, government and the wider healthcare ecosystem.
The Head, AI for Medicine Safety will be accountable for ensuring that programme activities are scientifically and technically robust, and aligned with the MHRA strategic objectives.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will act as the senior ambassador for the programme, building partnerships nationally and internationally, influencing emerging regulatory thinking, and helping position the MHRA as a global leader in AI-enabled regulation and patient safety science.
Initially focused on leading delivery of the Beyond ADMET: AI for Medicines Safety regulatory sandbox programme, the postholder will also contribute to the MHRA's broader strategic ambitions in AI-enabled regulatory science and innovation, with opportunities to apply their expertise across other priority areas as organisational needs evolve.
Recognising the breadth of expertise required across artificial intelligence, medicines development and safety science, the postholder will lead a multidisciplinary team including technical and regulatory specialists, and programme delivery staff, ensuring the programme benefits from complementary expertise across all domains.
The role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of regulatory science at the intersection of AI, medicines development and patient safety, while helping to establish a coherent approach across the MHRA's wider portfolio of AI initiatives and regulatory sandboxes.
About us
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£75,585 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
K0015-26-0010
Job locations
Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency
10 South Colonnade
London
E14 4PU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the Beyond ADMET: AI for Medicines Safety regulatory sandbox.
- Lead delivery of the programme's strategic priorities, ensuring alignment with the MHRAs strategy and wider government ambitions for AI and life sciences.
- Serve as the senior leader for the programme, ensuring delivery of agreed outcomes, benefits and impact.
- Identify future opportunities for innovation, collaboration and capability development across the AI for Safety portfolio.
Scientific and Technical Leadership
- Act as the senior scientific and technical leader for the programme, ensuring activities are grounded in robust evidence and scientific excellence.
- Provide expert leadership across areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, computational modelling, pharmacology, toxicology, healthcare data science, drug development and regulatory science.
- Guide the evaluation of emerging technologies, methodologies, datasets and validation frameworks relevant to regulatory decision-making.
- Ensure programme outputs generate meaningful evidence that can inform future regulatory approaches, guidance and policy.
- Promote innovation while ensuring appropriate standards of quality, transparency, safety and governance.
Programme Oversight and Governance
- Oversee delivery of the programme through effective governance, assurance and performance management arrangements.
- Lead programme boards, steering groups and governance forums.
- Ensure risks, issues, dependencies and opportunities are identified and managed appropriately.
- Oversee programme resources and budgets, ensuring value for money and effective use of public resources.
- Work closely with the Technical Lead, Programme Manager, and Regulation & Policy Lead to ensure effective operational delivery against agreed objectives and milestones.
Stakeholder Engagement and External Leadership
- Build and maintain strong strategic relationships across industry, academia, government, healthcare organisations, patient groups and international regulatory networks.
- Represent the MHRA as a senior spokesperson and thought leader on AI-related regulatory science initiatives.
- Lead engagement with senior external stakeholders to promote collaboration and maximise programme impact.
- Champion dissemination of programme findings, learning and best practice.
- Foster strong connections across the MHRA's wider portfolio of AI initiatives and regulatory sandboxes
People Leadership
- Lead and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
- Create an inclusive culture that encourages innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Manage senior staff, including technical leadership roles and programme management resource.
Regulatory Science and Organisational Impact
- Support the development of future regulatory policy, guidance and frameworks relating to AI-enabled technologies.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen the MHRAs capability in AI, advanced analytics and regulatory science.
- Contribute to wider MHRA strategic priorities including evidence-based regulatory decision-making and improvements in patient safety.
- Promote the MHRA's reputation as an international leader in innovative regulation.
General
- While the immediate focus of this role is the successful delivery of the Beyond ADMET: AI for Medicines Safety regulatory sandbox, the postholder will be expected to provide leadership and expertise across the Agency's evolving AI, data and regulatory science agenda.
- Champion the MHRA values and Civil Service behaviours, promoting an ethical, positive and inclusive working environment.
- Proactively maintain and develop professional knowledge and expertise, sharing learning and best practice with colleagues.
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to emerging technologies, scientific developments and changing business needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Provide overall leadership and strategic direction for the Beyond ADMET: AI for Medicines Safety regulatory sandbox.
- Lead delivery of the programme's strategic priorities, ensuring alignment with the MHRAs strategy and wider government ambitions for AI and life sciences.
- Serve as the senior leader for the programme, ensuring delivery of agreed outcomes, benefits and impact.
- Identify future opportunities for innovation, collaboration and capability development across the AI for Safety portfolio.
Scientific and Technical Leadership
- Act as the senior scientific and technical leader for the programme, ensuring activities are grounded in robust evidence and scientific excellence.
- Provide expert leadership across areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, computational modelling, pharmacology, toxicology, healthcare data science, drug development and regulatory science.
- Guide the evaluation of emerging technologies, methodologies, datasets and validation frameworks relevant to regulatory decision-making.
- Ensure programme outputs generate meaningful evidence that can inform future regulatory approaches, guidance and policy.
- Promote innovation while ensuring appropriate standards of quality, transparency, safety and governance.
Programme Oversight and Governance
- Oversee delivery of the programme through effective governance, assurance and performance management arrangements.
- Lead programme boards, steering groups and governance forums.
- Ensure risks, issues, dependencies and opportunities are identified and managed appropriately.
- Oversee programme resources and budgets, ensuring value for money and effective use of public resources.
- Work closely with the Technical Lead, Programme Manager, and Regulation & Policy Lead to ensure effective operational delivery against agreed objectives and milestones.
Stakeholder Engagement and External Leadership
- Build and maintain strong strategic relationships across industry, academia, government, healthcare organisations, patient groups and international regulatory networks.
- Represent the MHRA as a senior spokesperson and thought leader on AI-related regulatory science initiatives.
- Lead engagement with senior external stakeholders to promote collaboration and maximise programme impact.
- Champion dissemination of programme findings, learning and best practice.
- Foster strong connections across the MHRA's wider portfolio of AI initiatives and regulatory sandboxes
People Leadership
- Lead and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
- Create an inclusive culture that encourages innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.
- Manage senior staff, including technical leadership roles and programme management resource.
Regulatory Science and Organisational Impact
- Support the development of future regulatory policy, guidance and frameworks relating to AI-enabled technologies.
- Identify opportunities to strengthen the MHRAs capability in AI, advanced analytics and regulatory science.
- Contribute to wider MHRA strategic priorities including evidence-based regulatory decision-making and improvements in patient safety.
- Promote the MHRA's reputation as an international leader in innovative regulation.
General
- While the immediate focus of this role is the successful delivery of the Beyond ADMET: AI for Medicines Safety regulatory sandbox, the postholder will be expected to provide leadership and expertise across the Agency's evolving AI, data and regulatory science agenda.
- Champion the MHRA values and Civil Service behaviours, promoting an ethical, positive and inclusive working environment.
- Proactively maintain and develop professional knowledge and expertise, sharing learning and best practice with colleagues.
- Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to emerging technologies, scientific developments and changing business needs.
Person Specification
Technical Criteria
Essential
- Recognised expertise in either:
- Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science or Computational Modelling; or
- Pharmacology, Toxicology, Drug Development, NAMs or related life science disciplines.
- Broad understanding of the wider AI and medicines development ecosystem, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams spanning both domains.
- Ability to evaluate scientific evidence and emerging technologies and translate findings into regulatory and strategic recommendations.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a relevant scientific, technical or healthcare discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Postgraduate qualification (MSc, PhD or equivalent experience) in a relevant field such as artificial intelligence, computational biology, pharmacology, toxicology, data science, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical sciences or a related discipline.
Experience
Essential
- Experience leading complex strategic programmes, scientific portfolios or major innovation initiatives, and successful delivery of their outcomes.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and leading highly specialised technical experts.
- Experience influencing senior stakeholders, operating effectively across organisational boundaries and working collaboratively with external partners including academia, industry, government and healthcare organisations.
Person Specification
Technical Criteria
Essential
- Recognised expertise in either:
- Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science or Computational Modelling; or
- Pharmacology, Toxicology, Drug Development, NAMs or related life science disciplines.
- Broad understanding of the wider AI and medicines development ecosystem, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams spanning both domains.
- Ability to evaluate scientific evidence and emerging technologies and translate findings into regulatory and strategic recommendations.
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a relevant scientific, technical or healthcare discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Postgraduate qualification (MSc, PhD or equivalent experience) in a relevant field such as artificial intelligence, computational biology, pharmacology, toxicology, data science, bioinformatics, pharmaceutical sciences or a related discipline.
Experience
Essential
- Experience leading complex strategic programmes, scientific portfolios or major innovation initiatives, and successful delivery of their outcomes.
- Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and leading highly specialised technical experts.
- Experience influencing senior stakeholders, operating effectively across organisational boundaries and working collaboratively with external partners including academia, industry, government and healthcare organisations.
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
Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
Address
Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency
10 South Colonnade
London
E14 4PU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
Address
Medicine & Healthcare Regulatory Agency
10 South Colonnade
London
E14 4PU
United Kingdom
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Vascular Diagnostic Administrator
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380152
Job summary
The Division of Surgery, Cancer and Cardiovascular are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated Administrator to join the Vascular Surgery Team. Accountable to the Service Support Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering operational standards within the Vascular Surgery service.
The Band 3 post holder will be responsible for working closely with the Vascular Clinical Nurse Specialist team to help manage patient waiting lists, for both theatre and non-theatre lists across two sites (St Marys Hospital and Charing Cross Hospital). The post holder will support the clinical team in delivering excellent care for our patients by providing an effective and efficient clerical support service.
The successful candidate will be approachable, have excellent communication skills with the ability to develop key working relationships with all levels of staff including consultants, junior medical staff and nurses. They will also have the ability to work independently, as part of a team and within the values of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. There will also be the opportunity to take a role in on-going development of the service and contribute towards team projects.
Main duties of the job
- Deal with queries from GPs, Doctors, wards, and other departments over the phone and in person in a calm and polite manner and in accordance with CPG and Trust policy.
- Provide basic information to patients / visitors / carers, such as providing directions to other areas of the hospital / daily waiting times.
- Provide basic clinical information to patients / carers who are undergoing procedures within the unit.
- Telephone patients to remind them of their appointment time and date.
- Provide empathetic verbal support for patients / carers via face-to-face contact and over the phone.
- Handle sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy.
- Use hospital information systems to track medical notes, process patients, book appointments and carry out any other tasks associated with the system.
- Send out non-attendance letters promptly.
- Booking of patients within the unit using the hospital information system and send out all booking details and corresponding material.
- Order any stock items as necessary for the unit.
- Ensure tests are accepted, booked and reported in accordance with department procedures in a timely manner.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£31,554 to £33,270 a year pa inclusive
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Compressed hours
Reference number
290-SCCS-2363
Job locations
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- A-Levels or equivalent Knowledge or experience
- Evidence of continued Professional development
Desirable
- Medical terminology
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in the NHS
- Knowledge of hospital Patient Administration System (PAS)
- Previous experience of dealing with patient's appointment and booking system.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Experience of having working relationships with clinicians, GPs, managers, consultants and other clinical staff.
Desirable
- Service sector Work (preferably hospital).
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work within a team as well as independently with a professional approach towards work and colleagues.
- Experience with spreadsheet and database software.
- Knowledge of medical terminology Colleagues.
- Reliable work record. Able to handle unpredictable situations, possibly facing aggression on occasion.
- Able to communicate sensitive and contentious information to patients
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
- A-Levels or equivalent Knowledge or experience
- Evidence of continued Professional development
Desirable
- Medical terminology
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience working in the NHS
- Knowledge of hospital Patient Administration System (PAS)
- Previous experience of dealing with patient's appointment and booking system.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Experience of having working relationships with clinicians, GPs, managers, consultants and other clinical staff.
Desirable
- Service sector Work (preferably hospital).
Skills/Knowledge/ Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work within a team as well as independently with a professional approach towards work and colleagues.
- Experience with spreadsheet and database software.
- Knowledge of medical terminology Colleagues.
- Reliable work record. Able to handle unpredictable situations, possibly facing aggression on occasion.
- Able to communicate sensitive and contentious information to patients
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Charing Cross Hospital
Fulham Palace Road
London
W6 8RF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380146
Job summary
Join Cygnet Group and start a career where every day makes a difference. We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly team as a Day Support Worker at Nightingale. Whether you already have experience in care or are looking for a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you. If you're compassionate, enjoy helping others and want to make a positive impact, we'll provide the support and training you need to succeed. Why Join Us? This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll support people to live happy, fulfilling and independent lives, helping them achieve personal goals, develop new skills and enjoy meaningful experiences both at Nightingale and in the local community. From supporting daily routines and encouraging independence to accompanying individuals on activities and outings, you'll play an important part in improving quality of life and promoting wellbeing. About the Role Looking for a stable, rewarding career with great variety? Join our team on a 42-hour permanent contract, working 12-hour day shifts across a 7-day rota.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.45 to £14 an hour Increasing to £13.75 Per Hour after 3 months.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP7EACF493
Job locations
Bournemouth
BH6 3PX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Join Cygnet Group and start a career where every day makes a difference.
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly team as a Day Support Worker at Nightingale.
Whether you already have experience in care or are looking for a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you. If you're compassionate, enjoy helping others and want to make a positive impact, we'll provide the support and training you need to succeed.
Why Join Us?
This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll support people to live happy, fulfilling and independent lives, helping them achieve personal goals, develop new skills and enjoy meaningful experiences both at Nightingale and in the local community.
From supporting daily routines and encouraging independence to accompanying individuals on activities and outings, you'll play an important part in improving quality of life and promoting wellbeing.
About the Role
Looking for a stable, rewarding career with great variety? Join our team on a 42-hour permanent contract, working 12-hour day shifts across a 7-day rota.
What to expect:
- Full-time permanent employment
- 12-hour day shifts
- Around two weekends per month
- Early shifts from 7:00 am
- Later shifts finishing by 10:00 pm
- The opportunity to make a real difference every day
Nightingale is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.
Why Join Cygnet
- Salary: £13.45 £14.00 per hour
- Increase to £13.75 Per Hour after 3 months
- Free meal while on shift
- NHS Blue Light Discount Card
- Fully paid training and induction
- 28 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Paid breaks
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to a range of staff support and wellbeing services via Cygnets online portal
- Excellent career development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications to support your long-term career growth.
To thrive in this role, you'll have:
- Experience supporting adults with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities or working within a care setting.
- An understanding of behaviours that may challenge, and a positive, proactive approach to support
- A caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine desire to help others succeed
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
- A team-focused approach, with the ability to work collaboratively in a supportive environment
- Flexibility and enthusiasm for supporting a variety of community activities, social events, and meaningful experiences
- A commitment to promoting independence, choice, dignity, and wellbeing for the people we support
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to clos e this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
Click the button to apply
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Join Cygnet Group and start a career where every day makes a difference.
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly team as a Day Support Worker at Nightingale.
Whether you already have experience in care or are looking for a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you. If you're compassionate, enjoy helping others and want to make a positive impact, we'll provide the support and training you need to succeed.
Why Join Us?
This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll support people to live happy, fulfilling and independent lives, helping them achieve personal goals, develop new skills and enjoy meaningful experiences both at Nightingale and in the local community.
From supporting daily routines and encouraging independence to accompanying individuals on activities and outings, you'll play an important part in improving quality of life and promoting wellbeing.
About the Role
Looking for a stable, rewarding career with great variety? Join our team on a 42-hour permanent contract, working 12-hour day shifts across a 7-day rota.
What to expect:
- Full-time permanent employment
- 12-hour day shifts
- Around two weekends per month
- Early shifts from 7:00 am
- Later shifts finishing by 10:00 pm
- The opportunity to make a real difference every day
Nightingale is a specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities, who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.
Why Join Cygnet
- Salary: £13.45 £14.00 per hour
- Increase to £13.75 Per Hour after 3 months
- Free meal while on shift
- NHS Blue Light Discount Card
- Fully paid training and induction
- 28 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)
- Paid breaks
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to a range of staff support and wellbeing services via Cygnets online portal
- Excellent career development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications to support your long-term career growth.
To thrive in this role, you'll have:
- Experience supporting adults with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities or working within a care setting.
- An understanding of behaviours that may challenge, and a positive, proactive approach to support
- A caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine desire to help others succeed
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
- A team-focused approach, with the ability to work collaboratively in a supportive environment
- Flexibility and enthusiasm for supporting a variety of community activities, social events, and meaningful experiences
- A commitment to promoting independence, choice, dignity, and wellbeing for the people we support
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to clos e this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
Click the button to apply
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
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
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Bournemouth
BH6 3PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
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Cygnet Health Care
Address
Bournemouth
BH6 3PX
United Kingdom
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IT Support Officer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380137
Job summary
Are you passionate about IT and providing users with brilliant customer service?
If so, we're looking for an enthusiastic IT Support Officer to join our reliable, customer-focused IT Service Desk team as the first point of contact for technical support to colleagues across North Wales.
As an IT Support Officer, you will be the first point of contact for technical issues, ensuring our BCU colleagues have the tools and support they need to deliver exceptional patient care. You'll support a wide range of IT systems, troubleshoot hardware and software problems, and will also be instrumental in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement, ensuring our IT services continue to grow and adapt to the ever-changing digital landscape.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Your key responsibilities include:
- Advise on the Support elements of a wide range of solutions.
- Respond to all types of IT related issues reported either via the telephone, ITSM user portal or in person effectively and efficiently, in a polite and professional manner adhering to negotiated Service Level Agreements.
- Record accurately all type of IT related issues within the Service Desk's incident management tool (ITSM).
- Provide first line technical support, including the analysis & diagnosis of hardware and software problems to initiate the most appropriate corrective action.
- Responsible for providing a high-level customer focused service.
- Responsible for call ownership throughout the call's Lifecyle.
Essential Criteria Includes:
Educated to Diploma/HNC level or equivalent experience.
Evidence of Continual Professional Development.
Problem identification and solving.
Ability to effectively prioritise tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Excellent customer service orientation.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,819 to £31,626 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
050-AC200-1026
Job locations
87 Bowen Court
St Asaph Business Park
St Asaph
LL17 0JE
United Kingdom
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.
The post requires a minimum of 2 days working from our Bowen Court site, the remaining days can be worked remotely within the surrounding geographical area, individual working arrangements can be agreed with the successful candidate. Please contact to discuss individual requirements.
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing work demands and circumstances are essential for this role, as evening and weekend working may be required.
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.
The post requires a minimum of 2 days working from our Bowen Court site, the remaining days can be worked remotely within the surrounding geographical area, individual working arrangements can be agreed with the successful candidate. Please contact to discuss individual requirements.
Flexibility and willingness to adapt to changing work demands and circumstances are essential for this role, as evening and weekend working may be required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Skills
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Skills
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
87 Bowen Court
St Asaph Business Park
St Asaph
LL17 0JE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Address
87 Bowen Court
St Asaph Business Park
St Asaph
LL17 0JE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Health Care Assistant - LG Nephrology Dialysis Unit
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380135
Job summary
An exciting opportunity for has arisen to join a dynamic, motivated team of renal nurses who deliver a high standard of specialist care on the lower ground dialysis clinic at the Royal Liverpool hospital.
The post is full time, 37.5 hours per week.
You will be working in a friendly and supportive environment providing comprehensive care and support to patients and relatives.
We currently have 25 stations running from 07:00 hours until 00:30, Monday - Saturday. The dialysis unit is closed on Sundays.
We have 11 hour long day and long late shifts, & 6 hour early, middle and twilight shifts. Stall will be required to rotate on all shifts when needed
We also have haemodialysis units at Broadgreen, Warrington, St Helens and Halton hospitals and there may be occasions when you will be asked to support at one of these clinics.
If you are motivated, keen to learn new skills and committed to the delivery of high-quality patient care this is an ideal opportunity for you to grow and develop within the renal setting.
Main duties of the job
The role involves setting up the dialysis machines and stripping and cleaning dialysis machines after treatment, requesting monthly blood samples via ICE, taking patient observations and assisting patients on and off dialysis chairs / beds.Post holders will also have responsibilities that include recording daily fridge temperatures, water flushing, and providing patients with refreshments,The post is open to applicants currently working as band 2 or band 3 health care assistants in a hospital setting who are interested in pursuing and developing a career within renal dialysis setting. Training at the dialysis clinic will be provided. You will be supported and trained under the supervision of our experienced and dedicated renal team.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospitalis the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility.Broadgreen Hospitalis home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation.Liverpool Women's Hospitalspecialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. TheRoyal Liverpool University Hospitalis the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit theircareers page.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
287-RMED-386-26
Job locations
Royal Liverpool University Hospital
Mount Vernon Street
Liverpool
L7 8YE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for full details
- Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takes measures to overcome communication difficulties
- Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour
- General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions, and operation beds. (Refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds).
- Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol.
- Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use.
- Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas.
- Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy
- Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents reporting of incidents if they occur.
- Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved.
- Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy.
- Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in the admission process.
- Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff.
Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job description and person specification for full details Promotes effective communication within the multi-disciplinary team and takes measures to overcome communication difficulties Contributes to the management of aggressive and abusive behaviour General bed making/making up of clean beds in readiness for new admissions, and operation beds. (Refer to policy for the care of mattresses and beds). Clear and clean vacated bed spaces and prepare ready for use according to the ward/unit protocol. Prepare used linen bags for collection by Porters and ensure adequate supply of linen bags/skips ready for use. Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment in all areas. Safe disposal of clinical waste and sharps as per Trust policy Be familiar with Trust policy and procedure for reporting clinical incidents reporting of incidents if they occur. Attend to the needs of visitors and patients particularly those who may be distressed or bereaved. Care for patients property, including valuables, in accordance with Trust policy. Obtain demographic details and social history from patients/visitors to assist in the admission process. Provide support and assistance to new and junior members of staff.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 3
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in hospital setting working at NVQ level 2
Knowledge
Essential
- Reputation for high standard of patient care
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting
- Basic Computer Skills
Other
Essential
- Supportive of colleagues and patients
Person Specification Qualifications Essential Demonstrates a willingness & capability to undertake NVQ level 3 Experience Essential Demonstrable experience in hospital setting working at NVQ level 2 Knowledge Essential Reputation for high standard of patient care Skills Essential Excellent communication skills Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues in the Healthcare setting Basic Computer Skills Other Essential Supportive of colleagues and patients
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Liverpool University Hospital
Mount Vernon Street
Liverpool
L7 8YE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Liverpool University Hospital
Mount Vernon Street
Liverpool
L7 8YE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Locum Stroke Consultant
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board View all jobs
Posted 16 hour(s) ago
Reference: 2380132
Job summary
Locum Consultant Physician in Stroke Medicine
This is a fixed term post till end of March 2027 to cover maternity leave.
This post will develop and improve the stroke services in Cwm Taf Morgannwg Health Board.
Currently stroke services are being provided at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital with two wards dedicated to acute stroke admissions (ASU)and step down rehabilitation. There is also further provision for rehabilitation beds in the community.
There is a full stroke MDT who work closely together for the best of their patients, including an Early Supported Discharge team, Community neurorehabilitation, and video fluoroscopy. There is a 24/7 Stroke Consultant led thrombolysis, access to thrombectomy via University Hospital of Wales, Cardiff and Southmead Hospital in Bristol, daily TIA clinics, neuroradiology meetings, and MDT teaching. The ASU has a full complement of resident doctors including foundation doctors, CMTs, grade doctors and COTE / Acute Medicine Specialist Trainees along with an experienced team of Clinical Nurse Specialists and Advanced Nurse Practitioners.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will help provide a service within the speciality of stroke medicine to Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board with responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness in Stroke Medicine.
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their care, allowing for proper delegation to, and training of staff. The post holder, in liaison with Consultant colleagues will have
responsibility for the proper functioning of the department in line with the Operational Policy and Strategic Plan of the Health Board.
The post holder will be expected to participate in a non-resident 1 in 6 stroke thrombolysis and thrombectomy on call covering the acute stroke sites in CTMUHB. This on call is done remotely and IT equipment will be provided.
The post holder will have the opportunity to act as educational and clinical supervisor for junior medical staff assigned to them, thus overseeing their training and being the initial source of advice for doctors regarding their careers.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
o We listen, learn, and improve
o We treat everyone with respect
o We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£125,509 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
5 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
110-MD594-1026
Job locations
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will, with clinical colleagues, provide a service in the speciality to patients within Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB, with the responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness in Stroke Medicine. The post holder will provide leadership in the field of Stroke Medicine and work with a multi professional team providing specialist Stroke Medicine care throughout the UHB.
The post holder will rotate with other stroke consultants to provide care for the ASU, TIA clinics (4 new patients per clinic), review of stroke patients at the front door in ED and outpatient clinics (2 new patients and 6 follow ups per clinic)
The post holder will be supported by the Clinical Director for Stroke Medicine, the Unscheduled Care Care Group, Consultant colleagues and a full complement of resident doctors including Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Staff Grade doctors and SpRs.
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their care, allowing proper delegation to, and training of staff. The post holder, in liaison with consultant colleagues will have responsibility for the proper functioning of the department in line with the procedures, operational policy and strategic plans of the HB (as amended from time to time)
Provide support to community nurses and Early Supported Discharge team in order to ensure holistic, integrated working in the primary-secondary care interface.
The post holder will be required to participate in the UHB risk management process and in Clinical Audit and other clinical governance activities within the department and the UHB. The post holder will be positively encouraged to participate in research and development in line with UHB, and NHS priorities
The post holder will be expected to participate in job appraisal and review and be committed to the revalidation process. The health board is committed to supporting consultant medical staff with appraisal and revalidation.
The post holder will be expected to formulate a personal development plan in conjunction with the Clinical Director to identify training and development needs.
The post holder will also be expected to participate in the stroke thrombolysis rota, and will be provided with IT equipment to review CT images from home.
Travelling as necessary between hospitals/clinics will be required to undertake such duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will, with clinical colleagues, provide a service in the speciality to patients within Cwm Taf Morgannwg UHB, with the responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness in Stroke Medicine. The post holder will provide leadership in the field of Stroke Medicine and work with a multi professional team providing specialist Stroke Medicine care throughout the UHB.
The post holder will rotate with other stroke consultants to provide care for the ASU, TIA clinics (4 new patients per clinic), review of stroke patients at the front door in ED and outpatient clinics (2 new patients and 6 follow ups per clinic)
The post holder will be supported by the Clinical Director for Stroke Medicine, the Unscheduled Care Care Group, Consultant colleagues and a full complement of resident doctors including Foundation Doctors, IMTs, Staff Grade doctors and SpRs.
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for the care of patients under their care, allowing proper delegation to, and training of staff. The post holder, in liaison with consultant colleagues will have responsibility for the proper functioning of the department in line with the procedures, operational policy and strategic plans of the HB (as amended from time to time)
Provide support to community nurses and Early Supported Discharge team in order to ensure holistic, integrated working in the primary-secondary care interface.
The post holder will be required to participate in the UHB risk management process and in Clinical Audit and other clinical governance activities within the department and the UHB. The post holder will be positively encouraged to participate in research and development in line with UHB, and NHS priorities
The post holder will be expected to participate in job appraisal and review and be committed to the revalidation process. The health board is committed to supporting consultant medical staff with appraisal and revalidation.
The post holder will be expected to formulate a personal development plan in conjunction with the Clinical Director to identify training and development needs.
The post holder will also be expected to participate in the stroke thrombolysis rota, and will be provided with IT equipment to review CT images from home.
Travelling as necessary between hospitals/clinics will be required to undertake such duties.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria
- Welsh language speaking/listening skills at Level 3 or above
Qualifications
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Meets all essential criteria
Desirable
- Meets all desirable criteria
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address
Royal Glamorgan Hospital
Ynysmaerdy
Llantrisant
CF72 8XR
United Kingdom
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Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377512
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive, highly organised and motivated Contracts Assistant to join our Finance team. Working closely with the Senior Contracts Manager, you will provide comprehensive administrative support for the development, management and monitoring of the Trust's healthcare contracts.
In this varied role you will require be required to help maintain accurate contract documentation and registers, coordinate information and reporting requirements, support contract and performance review meetings, and assist with the completion of NHS returns within required timescales. You will work with colleagues across the Trust and with Commissioners, helping to ensure that information is accurate, up to date and provided by agreed deadlines.
The successful candidate will have excellent organisational, communication and IT skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities. You will be comfortable working both independently and as part of a team in a busy environment where accuracy, confidentiality and timely delivery are essential.
Main duties of the job
Provide administrative and contract management support.
Assist with developing and maintaining contract documentation.
Support contract monitoring and performance review meetings.
Maintain the directory of services, contract register and external returns log.
Coordinate responses to information requests, reports and returns.
Communicate requirements and deadlines to Service Managers.
Support Trust teams with contract documentation as required.
Assist Finance with completing NHS returns within required timescales and legal requirements.
Support the Senior Contracts Manager and work towards agreed objectives within relevant professional policies.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9369-26-0694
Job locations
Wonford House
Dryden Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5AF
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will -
Provide comprehensive administrative support, working as a member of the finance team, assisting the Senior Contracts Manager with the development and management of the Trusts Healthcare Contracts;
Assist in the development of contract documentation throughout the contracting process, ensuring that contract documentation is kept up to date, including a record of the status of all contracts and contract schedules via the contracts register;
Support the Senior Contracts Manager in putting in place appropriate arrangements for meeting the monitoring requirements of the contracts, including the compilation of periodic reports ready for sign-off by Senior Managers;
Support the Senior Contracts Manager in facilitating contract and performance review meetings to include ensuring the necessary reports are completed and disseminated in preparation for meetings;
Assist in the maintenance of the directory of services;
Support the Senior Contracts Manager with co-ordinating and collating the responses to ad hoc requests for information, reports and returns;
Keep the electronic contract register and external returns log updated and ensure Service Managers are aware of requirements and deadlines;
Support any other areas within the Trust on contract documentation as and when required;
Support the Finance Department with the preparation and completion of NHS returns within predetermined timescales and legal requirements;
Provide support to the Senior Contracts Manager as required; and
Work towards agreed objectives operating within broad professional policies.
Duties and Responsibilities
Communication and Working Relationships Skills
The post-holder will help develop and maintain excellent relationships between the Trust, its Directorate and Service Managers and the Commissioners of its services, as well as the wider finance team.
Disseminate contract regulations and NHS rules to relevant parties
To provide and receive routine factual information and reports relating to the contracting service, requiring tact and persuasive skills to overcome communication barriers, influence stakeholders to provide timely information, and support the achievement of agreed deadlines.
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
Support the development and maintenance of contractual information for the Trust, highlighting potential areas for escalating concerns or issues to senior colleagues where appropriate.
Assist in identifying and investigating issues relating to contracts, using a structured approach to problem solving and escalating complex matters to the Senior Contracts Manager.
Planning and Organisational Skills
Be able to prioritise processes in times of pressure.
Plan own workload to ensure weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual external returns are received and recorded on the external returns log.
Assist with the submission of external returns as required.
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy
Limited or incidental contact with patients and clients.
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation
Support the department in the development and improvement of contracting procedures, systems and processes.
Assist the Senior Contracts Manager with ensuring that Senior Managers are made aware of any changes to reporting requirements arising from contractual arrangements.
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources
Be responsible for systems, processes and procedures for relevant finance functions in accordance with Trust policies.
Monitor and contribute to the maintaining of the financial external returns log ensuring all statutory returns recorded.
Responsible for systems, processes and procedures for relevant finance contracting function in accordance with Trust policies.
Responsibility for Human Resources, e.g. Supervision, Training, HR Advice and Management
Undertake training and participate in regular supervisions as required.
Responsibility for Information Resources and Administrative Duties
Input financial/contractual data into computerised and paper databases/systems; create relevant reports and upload and down load from systems such as Lark.
Undertake relevant contract function processes and procedures in line with internal control procedures.
Responsibility for Research and Development
Contribute to any proposed changes in the design of contractual systems and processes to enhance the performance of the team and the Trust.
Freedom to Act
Work within Trust policies and procedures.
Any Other Specific Tasks Required
n/a
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will -
Provide comprehensive administrative support, working as a member of the finance team, assisting the Senior Contracts Manager with the development and management of the Trusts Healthcare Contracts;
Assist in the development of contract documentation throughout the contracting process, ensuring that contract documentation is kept up to date, including a record of the status of all contracts and contract schedules via the contracts register;
Support the Senior Contracts Manager in putting in place appropriate arrangements for meeting the monitoring requirements of the contracts, including the compilation of periodic reports ready for sign-off by Senior Managers;
Support the Senior Contracts Manager in facilitating contract and performance review meetings to include ensuring the necessary reports are completed and disseminated in preparation for meetings;
Assist in the maintenance of the directory of services;
Support the Senior Contracts Manager with co-ordinating and collating the responses to ad hoc requests for information, reports and returns;
Keep the electronic contract register and external returns log updated and ensure Service Managers are aware of requirements and deadlines;
Support any other areas within the Trust on contract documentation as and when required;
Support the Finance Department with the preparation and completion of NHS returns within predetermined timescales and legal requirements;
Provide support to the Senior Contracts Manager as required; and
Work towards agreed objectives operating within broad professional policies.
Duties and Responsibilities
Communication and Working Relationships Skills
The post-holder will help develop and maintain excellent relationships between the Trust, its Directorate and Service Managers and the Commissioners of its services, as well as the wider finance team.
Disseminate contract regulations and NHS rules to relevant parties
To provide and receive routine factual information and reports relating to the contracting service, requiring tact and persuasive skills to overcome communication barriers, influence stakeholders to provide timely information, and support the achievement of agreed deadlines.
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
Support the development and maintenance of contractual information for the Trust, highlighting potential areas for escalating concerns or issues to senior colleagues where appropriate.
Assist in identifying and investigating issues relating to contracts, using a structured approach to problem solving and escalating complex matters to the Senior Contracts Manager.
Planning and Organisational Skills
Be able to prioritise processes in times of pressure.
Plan own workload to ensure weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual external returns are received and recorded on the external returns log.
Assist with the submission of external returns as required.
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy
Limited or incidental contact with patients and clients.
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation
Support the department in the development and improvement of contracting procedures, systems and processes.
Assist the Senior Contracts Manager with ensuring that Senior Managers are made aware of any changes to reporting requirements arising from contractual arrangements.
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources
Be responsible for systems, processes and procedures for relevant finance functions in accordance with Trust policies.
Monitor and contribute to the maintaining of the financial external returns log ensuring all statutory returns recorded.
Responsible for systems, processes and procedures for relevant finance contracting function in accordance with Trust policies.
Responsibility for Human Resources, e.g. Supervision, Training, HR Advice and Management
Undertake training and participate in regular supervisions as required.
Responsibility for Information Resources and Administrative Duties
Input financial/contractual data into computerised and paper databases/systems; create relevant reports and upload and down load from systems such as Lark.
Undertake relevant contract function processes and procedures in line with internal control procedures.
Responsibility for Research and Development
Contribute to any proposed changes in the design of contractual systems and processes to enhance the performance of the team and the Trust.
Freedom to Act
Work within Trust policies and procedures.
Any Other Specific Tasks Required
n/a
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to present information in a manner that is understandable to a wide audience.
- Willingness to embrace new ways of working/changes.
- Understanding and respect of confidentiality in the workplace.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Attention to detail/quality.
- Ability to exercise initiative operating within procedural guideline.
- Ability to work without direct supervision on a day to day basis.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Ability to prioritise own tasks, exercising a degree of independence, initiative and judgement without direct supervision.
- Self motivated and able to work individually or as part of a team.
- Ability to deliver to tight timescales under pressure.
- Ability to respond quickly to changes in work priorities at short notice.
- Able to work in an office environment.
- Able to concentrate for long periods of time whilst dealing with interruptions and switch tasks quickly.
- The post requires developed physical skills to fulfil duties where there is a specific requirement for speed or accuracy particularly when compiling contractual returns.
- Adaptable in continuous change and able to learn quickly.
- Advanced keyboard skills.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within an administrative team.
- Experience of dealing with confidential and complex information.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Healthcare or Social Care administrative setting.
- Experience of the management and administration of contracts.
- Experience of developing effective relationships and contract arrangements in an environment challenged by limited funding.
- Experience within the Finance or Contracting function of the NHS.
Qualifications
Essential
- Business Administration Level 3/ T Level qualification in Management and Administration, or equivalent experience.
- GCSE English or equivalent.
Desirable
- Experience in a range of settings, both NHS and other.
Knowledge
Essential
- Intermediate IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Working knowledge of a range of administrative procedures including diary management and arranging meetings.
- Electronic data base management.
- Ability to manage diverse workload whilst dealing with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to meet deadlines and to work under pressure.
- Exceptional organisational skills and ability to prioritise.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS targets, and the processes through which they are delivered.
- Understanding of the legal/NHS/Foundation Trust framework for Healthcare contracts.
- Understanding of information systems and processes required to support contract administration.
Person Specification
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both written and verbal.
- Ability to present information in a manner that is understandable to a wide audience.
- Willingness to embrace new ways of working/changes.
- Understanding and respect of confidentiality in the workplace.
- Excellent analytical skills.
- Attention to detail/quality.
- Ability to exercise initiative operating within procedural guideline.
- Ability to work without direct supervision on a day to day basis.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Ability to prioritise own tasks, exercising a degree of independence, initiative and judgement without direct supervision.
- Self motivated and able to work individually or as part of a team.
- Ability to deliver to tight timescales under pressure.
- Ability to respond quickly to changes in work priorities at short notice.
- Able to work in an office environment.
- Able to concentrate for long periods of time whilst dealing with interruptions and switch tasks quickly.
- The post requires developed physical skills to fulfil duties where there is a specific requirement for speed or accuracy particularly when compiling contractual returns.
- Adaptable in continuous change and able to learn quickly.
- Advanced keyboard skills.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working within an administrative team.
- Experience of dealing with confidential and complex information.
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in a Healthcare or Social Care administrative setting.
- Experience of the management and administration of contracts.
- Experience of developing effective relationships and contract arrangements in an environment challenged by limited funding.
- Experience within the Finance or Contracting function of the NHS.
Qualifications
Essential
- Business Administration Level 3/ T Level qualification in Management and Administration, or equivalent experience.
- GCSE English or equivalent.
Desirable
- Experience in a range of settings, both NHS and other.
Knowledge
Essential
- Intermediate IT skills in Microsoft Office Packages, i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Demonstrate good numeracy and literacy skills.
- Working knowledge of a range of administrative procedures including diary management and arranging meetings.
- Electronic data base management.
- Ability to manage diverse workload whilst dealing with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to meet deadlines and to work under pressure.
- Exceptional organisational skills and ability to prioritise.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Desirable
- Understanding of NHS targets, and the processes through which they are delivered.
- Understanding of the legal/NHS/Foundation Trust framework for Healthcare contracts.
- Understanding of information systems and processes required to support contract administration.
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Wonford House
Dryden Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Wonford House
Dryden Road
Exeter
Devon
EX2 5AF
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Senior Administrator - Oasis Restore Secure School
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377503
Job summary
Provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the healthcare team at ORSS, including managing diaries and appointments, drafting correspondence, coordinating meetings, and preparing and distributing documentation. Maintain and update a range of databases and IT systems, handle enquiries via telephone, email, written correspondence, and face-to-face interactions, and support data collection, procurement, and information governance processes. Work collaboratively with colleagues across multiple organisations to ensure an integrated service, while managing own workload with minimal supervision. Additionally, provide line management and supervision to the administrative team and junior administrative staff.
Main duties of the job
- Manage and coordinate the day-to-day administrative services for ORSS healthcare teams, including subcontracted services such as GPs and allied health professionals.
- Lead and supervise the administrative team, ensuring workloads are effectively allocated, monitored, and completed to a high standard.
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior managers and healthcare leads, including diary management, meeting coordination, minute taking, and preparation of reports and presentations.
- Oversee the management of internal and external healthcare appointments, ensuring accurate recording and coordination with relevant stakeholders.
- Maintain and develop administrative systems, processes, and filing structures to support efficient service delivery and compliance with organisational requirements.
- Monitor clinical stock, stationery supplies, and procurement activities using Trust systems.Support recruitment, training, induction, and workforce administration processes, including security vetting and pre-employment checks.
- Assist with the collection, analysis, and submission of performance data and reports.
- Ensure confidentiality, information governance, and data quality standards are maintained across all administrative functions.Build effective working relationships with clinical, operational, and external partners to support integrated service delivery.
About us
Oasis Restore is the first UK secure school enabling young people to live their best lives, through education well-being and hope. We will care for children aged 12-18 who are on remand and sentenced to custody by the courts. Oasis Restore represents a revolution in youth justice: an opportunity for children within the criminal justice system to experience a restorative environment that creates the potential for them to thrive both now and for the future. Our healthcare team will build and model healthy and trusting relationships with children that enable them to feel safe, learn and reach their full potential.
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is a Top Employer Award Winner. We have a Health and Justice Services Directorate, within which sits the 'Children and Young People' Service line working in partnership with 'Youth Custody Service' colleagues to provide responsive, trauma-informed primary care, mental health, neuro-developmental and substance misuse services to the young people and young adults within our care.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
333-D-HJ-2043-B
Job locations
Oasis Restore Secure School
Sir Evelyn Road
Rochester
ME1 3YB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day delivery of administrative services across ORSS healthcare teams.
- Supervise and line manage the administrative team, including workload allocation, performance management, and staff development.
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior managers and healthcare leads.
- Coordinate meetings, manage diaries, prepare agendas, and produce accurate minutes and action logs.
- Manage internal and external healthcare appointments, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
- Maintain and update databases, clinical systems, and administrative records in line with organisational requirements.Support data collection, performance reporting, procurement, and information governance processes.
- Monitor and maintain clinical stock, stationery, and healthcare information resources.
- Support recruitment, induction, training, and workforce administration activities.
- Handle enquiries professionally via telephone, email, written correspondence, and face-to-face interactions.
- Build effective working relationships with clinical teams, managers, external partners, and other stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, confidentiality, and data protection requirements.
- Contribute to service improvement initiatives and undertake other duties appropriate to the role
Please note: This vacancy does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship, unless you meet the criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024."
As such, if you dont meet the Transitional Provision (above) we are unable to consider your application unless you can provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the United Kingdom. If you believe you are eligible for sponsorship or already hold a valid right to work in the UK, please ensure you provide full details of your immigration status in the Pre-Screening Immigration section of your application form.
Please note role eligibility also depends on whether the role meets the salary threshold for the relevant occupational code (SOC CODE).
For further info please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK
Job description Job responsibilities Oversee the day-to-day delivery of administrative services across ORSS healthcare teams. Supervise and line manage the administrative team, including workload allocation, performance management, and staff development. Provide comprehensive administrative support to senior managers and healthcare leads. Coordinate meetings, manage diaries, prepare agendas, and produce accurate minutes and action logs. Manage internal and external healthcare appointments, ensuring accurate records are maintained. Maintain and update databases, clinical systems, and administrative records in line with organisational requirements.Support data collection, performance reporting, procurement, and information governance processes. Monitor and maintain clinical stock, stationery, and healthcare information resources. Support recruitment, induction, training, and workforce administration activities. Handle enquiries professionally via telephone, email, written correspondence, and face-to-face interactions. Build effective working relationships with clinical teams, managers, external partners, and other stakeholders. Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, confidentiality, and data protection requirements. Contribute to service improvement initiatives and undertake other duties appropriate to the role Please note: This vacancy does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship, unless you meet the criteria by temporary exemption from current changes to immigration rules put in force on 22/07/2025. Separate provisions are applied to workers who have been sponsored and held continuously Skilled Worker visa since prior to 04/04/2024." As such, if you dont meet the Transitional Provision (above) we are unable to consider your application unless you can provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the United Kingdom. If you believe you are eligible for sponsorship or already hold a valid right to work in the UK, please ensure you provide full details of your immigration status in the Pre-Screening Immigration section of your application form. Please note role eligibility also depends on whether the role meets the salary threshold for the relevant occupational code (SOC CODE). For further info please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK
Person Specification
Qulifications
Essential
- Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent administrative qualification, or equivalent experience.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Management or leadership qualification. Advanced training in Microsoft Excel, data analysis, or reporting.
- NHS or healthcare administration qualification.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in a senior administrative or office management role.
- Experience of providing administrative support to senior managers and multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience of diary management, meeting coordination, agenda preparation, and minute taking.
- Experience of maintaining accurate records, databases, and filing systems.
Desirable
- Experience working within a healthcare, NHS, prison healthcare, or public sector environment.
- Experience of procurement and stock management processes.
- Experience producing performance reports and analysing service data.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent organisational and time-management skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications and electronic record systems.
Desirable
- Knowledge of NHS policies, procedures, and performance reporting requirements.
- Experience using systems such as SystmOne, Datix, ClearCare, BromCom, SBS, IQUVIA, or FFT.
- Knowledge of staff supervision, appraisal, and performance management processes.
Person Specification Qulifications Essential Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. NVQ Level 3 in Business Administration or equivalent administrative qualification, or equivalent experience. Evidence of continuing professional development. Desirable Management or leadership qualification. Advanced training in Microsoft Excel, data analysis, or reporting. NHS or healthcare administration qualification. Experience Essential Significant experience in a senior administrative or office management role. Experience of providing administrative support to senior managers and multidisciplinary teams. Experience of diary management, meeting coordination, agenda preparation, and minute taking. Experience of maintaining accurate records, databases, and filing systems. Desirable Experience working within a healthcare, NHS, prison healthcare, or public sector environment. Experience of procurement and stock management processes. Experience producing performance reports and analysing service data. Skills and Knowledge Essential Excellent organisational and time-management skills Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to build effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders. Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications and electronic record systems. Desirable Knowledge of NHS policies, procedures, and performance reporting requirements. Experience using systems such as SystmOne, Datix, ClearCare, BromCom, SBS, IQUVIA, or FFT. Knowledge of staff supervision, appraisal, and performance management 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
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Oasis Restore Secure School
Sir Evelyn Road
Rochester
ME1 3YB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Oasis Restore Secure School
Sir Evelyn Road
Rochester
ME1 3YB
United Kingdom
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Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377502
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Qualified Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join Milton Keynes NHS Talking Therapies. We are looking for a motivated, compassionate and skilled practitioner who is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to our local community.
Milton Keynes NHS Talking Therapies is a well-regarded, high-performing and expanding service, recognised for its commitment to innovation, staff development and excellent patient outcomes. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive working environment where practitioners can grow, develop and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
The postholder will be expected to attend the service in person for part of the week to support face-to-face clinical work, team meetings, supervision and collaborative working. There is also flexibility to work remotely from home on other days, in line with service needs and agreed working patterns. We offer regular case management and clinical skills supervision, opportunities for CPD, and access to a range of wellbeing and professional support resources.
Main duties of the job
As a PWP, you will work within a stepped-care model, delivering assessments and evidence-based low-intensity interventions to individuals experiencing common mental health difficulties.
These assessments and interventions may be delivered in person, online via our digital platform, or over the telephone. Our service operates a hybrid working model, giving you the flexibility to divide your time between working from home and being on site at our base in Stantonbury Health Centre. We also offer flexible working hours, along with regular supervision, annual appraisals, and a range of opportunities for ongoing professional development.
About us
Our Vision
Wellbeing for life: We work in partnership with all who use our services to improve health and wellbeing. Together we look at ways of improving an individual's quality of life, through high quality healthcare and personal support.
Our Values
Compassion: Our staff will be led by compassion and embody the values of care outlined in our Staff Charter.
Respect: We will respect and value the diversity of our patients, service users and staff, to create a respectful and inclusive environment, which recognises the uniqueness of each individual.
Empowerment: We will involve, inform and empower our patients, service users, carers and their families to take an active role in the management of their illness and adopt recovery principles.We will ensure our staff receive appropriate direction and support, to enable them to develop and grow.
Partnership: We will work closely with our many partners to ensure that our combined efforts are focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for the people we serve.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum (pro rata if P/T)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
333-D-MK-MH-1362
Job locations
Stantonbury Health Centre
Purbeck
Milton Keynes
MK14 6BL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed job description and main responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed job description and main responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course) OR equivalent ,e.g. Experienced and Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker with relevant Primary Care experiences and competences as required.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services
- Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication
- Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
- Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
Key Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Computer literate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
- Ability to work under pressure
- Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality
- Car driver with ability and willingness to travel to locations throughout the organization
- Fluent in languages other than English
- Experience of working with diverse communities within a multicultural setting
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualification from PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course) OR equivalent ,e.g. Experienced and Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker with relevant Primary Care experiences and competences as required.
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services
- Ability to meet agreed/specified service targets
- Ability to manage own caseload and time
- Demonstrates high standards in written communication
- Able to write clear reports and letters to referrers
Desirable
- Experience of working in Primary Care Services
- Worked in a service where agreed targets in place demonstrating clinical outcomes
Knowledge
Essential
- Demonstrates an understanding of anxiety and depression and how it may present in Primary Care
- Demonstrates an understanding for the need to use evidence based psychological therapies and how it relates to this post
Key Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Computer literate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships
- Ability to work under pressure
- Regard for others and respect for individual rights of autonomy and confidentiality
- Car driver with ability and willingness to travel to locations throughout the organization
- Fluent in languages other than English
- Experience of working with diverse communities within a multicultural 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stantonbury Health Centre
Purbeck
Milton Keynes
MK14 6BL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stantonbury Health Centre
Purbeck
Milton Keynes
MK14 6BL
United Kingdom
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Registered Mental Health Nurse
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377496
Job summary
Oak Tree Ward in Hillingdon Part of CNWL is looking for compassionate and enthusiastic Band 5 RMN to work on our Older Adults Mental Health In-patient ward based at The Woodland Centre. We can boast excellent learning opportunities and further development both in physical and mental health conditions.
We were also shortlisted for the 'coveted Nursing Times Team of the Year award in 2021'.
We care for older persons with enduring mental health conditions, long-term physical health conditions. Our dynamic MDT comprises of Medical Doctor; Nurses; OT's; Psychologies; Wellbeing support officers and collaboration with outside Agencies. This provides optimum opportunities for both newly qualified and experience RMN's with interest in older adult mental health services.
Main duties of the job
Our Band 5 nurses work closely with the people who use our services, their families, friends and carers and play an important role in contributing in how people experience our services. Band 5 nurses are expected to be kind and compassionate; but professional and informative and contribute to the quality of the services we provide by:
Keeping the people who using our services as safe as possible through the use of sound clinical skills, effective risk assessments and care planning.
Ensuring the best possible clinical outcomes by using up-to-date skills and adhering to evidence based policies and procedures, and completing clinical audits.
Ensuring that the people using our services have a valuable experience by respecting, empowering and working in partnership with people and their families during the recovery process.
We believe that the best health care is delivered by multi-disciplinary teams working well together and in partnership with other teams and services to provide seamless care.
We are a multi professional experienced diverse team from different ethic backgrounds.
We work together to learn different skills and achieve additional training to help support our services users to achieve a well rounded recovery plan.
We as a team; we undertake quality improvement projects to improve our service users safety and delivery of continuing care.
About us
We as a team; we undertake quality improvement projects to improve our service users safety and delivery of continuing care.
Our trust provides excellent access to additional training opportunities and to gain more knowledge.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£36,943 to £44,900 a year per annum inc HCAS (pro rata if P/T)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
333-G-HC-1662
Job locations
Oak Tree Ward, Woodland Centre
Pield Heath Road
Uxbridge
UB8 3NN
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Band 5 RMN on our ward. You would need to have excellent risk assessing and care planning abilities.
The ability to work as part of a team with (MDT) Drs, Manager, Pharmacy, OTs, Physio, Psychologists and healthcare support workers to provide Multi-disciplinary care plans and maintain service user safety.
Work as an advocate for our service users speaking up for their care, offering dignity and respect, also encouraging our services users to be a part of decision making and maintain independence.
Have excellent communication skills and ability to use IT skills. As our medication administration regime is now via computer software and also service user documentation is computerised.
Stay up-to-date on mandatory trainings and revalidation.
Safeguarding knowledge
Be willingly to work as part of the team on quality improvement projects
Medication Management skills
Patient Safety
Band 5 nurses contribute to the provision of safe and reliable services by:
Using their clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the people using our services assafe as possible.
Safeguarding people by recognising and responding when an adult or child might be at risk from abuse but also recognising their own limits and asking for help and escalate concerns when necessary
Escalating safety concerns and by doing so acting as effective advocates for those who useour service.
Being open and transparent about their own practiceSupervising the work of others.
Reflecting on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made
Working with others to create a culture of continuous improvement
Maintaining accurate, legible, comprehensive records
Maintaining compliance with their mandatory training requirements
The NMC plays an important role in safeguarding the public by regulating the work of nurses and all nurses, including Band 5 nurses, are expected to register with the NMC each year and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a Band 5 RMN on our ward. You would need to have excellent risk assessing and care planning abilities.
The ability to work as part of a team with (MDT) Drs, Manager, Pharmacy, OTs, Physio, Psychologists and healthcare support workers to provide Multi-disciplinary care plans and maintain service user safety.
Work as an advocate for our service users speaking up for their care, offering dignity and respect, also encouraging our services users to be a part of decision making and maintain independence.
Have excellent communication skills and ability to use IT skills. As our medication administration regime is now via computer software and also service user documentation is computerised.
Stay up-to-date on mandatory trainings and revalidation.
Safeguarding knowledge
Be willingly to work as part of the team on quality improvement projects
Medication Management skills
Patient Safety
Band 5 nurses contribute to the provision of safe and reliable services by:
Using their clinical judgement and risk assessments to keep the people using our services assafe as possible.
Safeguarding people by recognising and responding when an adult or child might be at risk from abuse but also recognising their own limits and asking for help and escalate concerns when necessary
Escalating safety concerns and by doing so acting as effective advocates for those who useour service.
Being open and transparent about their own practiceSupervising the work of others.
Reflecting on everyday practice to identify areas where improvements in safety or quality can be made
Working with others to create a culture of continuous improvement
Maintaining accurate, legible, comprehensive records
Maintaining compliance with their mandatory training requirements
The NMC plays an important role in safeguarding the public by regulating the work of nurses and all nurses, including Band 5 nurses, are expected to register with the NMC each year and adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse Mental Health
- Numeracy skills required for the safe administration of medicines
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant Continuous Professional Development
Previous Experience
Essential
- You need previous experience of working in the mental health services either as a band 5 nurse, a student nurse or health care assistant.
Desirable
- Experience working as a RMN in Older Adults Mental Health and /or a Mental Health clinical setting
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- NMC Registered Nurse Mental Health
- Numeracy skills required for the safe administration of medicines
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant Continuous Professional Development
Previous Experience
Essential
- You need previous experience of working in the mental health services either as a band 5 nurse, a student nurse or health care assistant.
Desirable
- Experience working as a RMN in Older Adults Mental Health and /or a Mental Health clinical 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Oak Tree Ward, Woodland Centre
Pield Heath Road
Uxbridge
UB8 3NN
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Oak Tree Ward, Woodland Centre
Pield Heath Road
Uxbridge
UB8 3NN
United Kingdom
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Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377472
Job summary
We are excited to advertise a permanent 1.00 WTE Principal Practitioner Psychologist post (Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, grade 8b) to work in Tameside and Glossop's adult acute inpatient service. We are committed to flexible working and welcome applications from candidates wishing to job share or work part time. Job-share arrangements, such as 0.5 WTE x 2, will be actively considered.
The two adult acute wards, Saxon and Taylor, are based at Tameside General Hospital and provide specialist assessment, care and treatment for men and women aged 18 to 65 years old with a variety of mental health needs. People will often be admitted via A&E, Liaison, Home Treatment Team, a Mental Health Act Assessment within the community or from an outpatient clinic and are often experiencing distress, a mental health deterioration and/or may be in crisis.
Saxon and Taylor are friendly, dynamic ward teams who are keen for a full MDT to help them provide the best possible care they can. We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Practitioner Psychologist to join us and provide high-quality psychology input within our acute inpatient services. The post holder will be part of an acute pathway psychology team with a network of colleagues around them and will supported and supervised by a Consultant Clinical Psychologist.
Main duties of the job
As outlined in the job description, the main duties include:
- To provide clinical leadership and direction in the continual development and provision of a high quality specialist psychology service within the adult acute inpatient service, embedding trauma informed care
- To support with the transformation of acute inpatient care, in line with national direction
- To hold a clinical caseload undertaking evidence-based psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention (individual and/or group). This may include a range of mental health difficulties at the point of crisis including experiences of psychosis, depression and/or Complex Emotional and Relational Needs (CERN)
- To provide specialist psychological support, consultation and guidance to other professionals contributing directly to the assessment, formulation and intervention plan
- To ensure the team have access to a psychologically-based framework for understanding and caring for the service user, through the provision of advice, consultation and the dissemination of psychological research and theory
- To undertake risk assessment and risk management and to provide general advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management
- To support inpatient colleagues through the provision of supervision, reflective practice and post-incident reflective spaces
- To contribute to audit, policy/service development and research. To propose and implement policy changes within the areas served
About us
Our acute and crisis pathway provides an evidence-based, high quality service across adult acute wards, Home Treatment Teams and Mental Health Liaison teams covering half of Greater Manchester. The Trustwide acute pathway psychology team meets regularly for team meetings, CPD and a facilitated reflective group and has leadership from a dedicated 8c consultant clinical psychologist and clinical lead for the acute pathway.
We are passionate about staff well-being and compassionate leadership. Our staff survey results support this. In the latest national NHS Staff Survey (2024) Pennine Care was ranked as the best mental health and learning disability trust in the North .
We support staff to work flexibly and recognise and respect the roles our colleagues hold outside of working hours. This focus helps us to retain staff and ensure people are happy in their place of work.
Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the top of our agenda. We know a diverse, inclusive and engaged culture is vital; that everyone's value should be recognised and respected.
There are also opportunities to link with local higher education providers and the research & innovation (R&I) team to engage with related research projects.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8b
Salary
£66,582 to £77,368 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
311-T699-26
Job locations
Tameside General Hospital
Fountain Street
Ashton-Under-Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed overview of the roles job description and main responsibilities, please see the attached job description and personal specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed overview of the roles job description and main responsibilities, please see the attached job description and personal specification.
Person Specification
Education/ Qualification
Essential
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical/counselling/forensic psychology, (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or post-graduate training in Forensic Psychology or Counselling Psychology
- Current registration as a Clinical, Forensic or Counselling psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Completion of further post qualification training within psychological therapies (e.g. DBT, CBT, CAT, CFT, MBT etc.)
- Completion of further post qualification training in supervision
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable post-qualification experience of specialist assessment, formulation and treatment of adult clients and those with psychological difficulties
- Demonstrable post-qualification experience of working with complex mental health problems, including distressing psychosis, problems associated with complex relational and emotional needs, and severe depression, anxiety and trauma
- Demonstrable experience of working with people experiencing a suicidal crisis
- Demonstrable experience of working within multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of clinical leadership within a previous role.
- Demonstrable experience of providing clinical supervision to psychologists, psychological practitioners or other core health professions.
- Demonstrable experience of providing teaching/ training upon clinical interventions.
- Demonstrable experience of managing demand for psychological services within a form of stepped-care framework (i.e. an approach based upon the provision of direct care, and supporting other professionals in their provision of direct psychosocial work.
Desirable
- Experience in clinical leadership
- Experience of working within an inpatient setting.
- Ability to demonstrate further specialist clinical experience and training.
- Experience of audit and service evaluation within psychological therapy services.
- Research experience within an area relevant to work within an adult service.
- Demonstrable experience of the application of psychological therapy in diverse cultural and ethnic contexts.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the national and regional legislation, guidance and policy directives in relation to the development and delivery of psychological therapies within inpatient services.
- Evidence of post-qualification CPD as recommended and/or accredited by the BPS, or other professional body.
- Up to date knowledge of the needs of people with complex mental health problems, and of psychological approaches to recovery
- Awareness of the principles of a trauma informed care approach.
- Familiarity with computing technology, including keyboard skills, and use of word-processing, e-mail, and internet software.
Desirable
- Well-developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies and approaches for adults with complex mental health problems.
- Publication of training, service evaluation, clinical audit and research material.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work with service users, carers and families to engage with their needs and provide them with appropriate psychological support and intervention.
- Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
- Skills in working within an MDT to bring and share a psychological understanding of distress.
- Well developed, effective communication skills, both oral and in writing, enabling complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to be shared with service users, their families, carers and other professional colleagues within the NHS and other agencies.
- Ability to prioritise work, operate a waiting list, meet short deadlines and an unpredictable work pattern that requires regular revision of plans.
- Ability to sit in constrained position for service user assessment, formulation, individual and group therapy sessions and for computer work.
- Ability to work at a high level of professional autonomy and responsibility, in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment and also as a lone worker in circumstances where there may be exposure to verbal and sometimes physical aggression.
- Able to sustain the intense concentration necessary for service user assessment and formulation, individual and group therapy sessions
- Ability to work and communicate highly sensitive, contentious information effectively in a highly emotive or hostile atmosphere, and to overcome barriers to acceptance/psychological resistance to potentially threatening information.
- Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to staff and carers exposed to highly distressing situations.
- Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate, to support and maintain clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour
Desirable
- Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multimedia materials, suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
- Ability to demonstrate an area of special interest/skill in therapeutic intervention
Person Specification
Education/ Qualification
Essential
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical/counselling/forensic psychology, (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, or post-graduate training in Forensic Psychology or Counselling Psychology
- Current registration as a Clinical, Forensic or Counselling psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council
Desirable
- Completion of further post qualification training within psychological therapies (e.g. DBT, CBT, CAT, CFT, MBT etc.)
- Completion of further post qualification training in supervision
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable post-qualification experience of specialist assessment, formulation and treatment of adult clients and those with psychological difficulties
- Demonstrable post-qualification experience of working with complex mental health problems, including distressing psychosis, problems associated with complex relational and emotional needs, and severe depression, anxiety and trauma
- Demonstrable experience of working with people experiencing a suicidal crisis
- Demonstrable experience of working within multidisciplinary teams
- Experience of clinical leadership within a previous role.
- Demonstrable experience of providing clinical supervision to psychologists, psychological practitioners or other core health professions.
- Demonstrable experience of providing teaching/ training upon clinical interventions.
- Demonstrable experience of managing demand for psychological services within a form of stepped-care framework (i.e. an approach based upon the provision of direct care, and supporting other professionals in their provision of direct psychosocial work.
Desirable
- Experience in clinical leadership
- Experience of working within an inpatient setting.
- Ability to demonstrate further specialist clinical experience and training.
- Experience of audit and service evaluation within psychological therapy services.
- Research experience within an area relevant to work within an adult service.
- Demonstrable experience of the application of psychological therapy in diverse cultural and ethnic contexts.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of the national and regional legislation, guidance and policy directives in relation to the development and delivery of psychological therapies within inpatient services.
- Evidence of post-qualification CPD as recommended and/or accredited by the BPS, or other professional body.
- Up to date knowledge of the needs of people with complex mental health problems, and of psychological approaches to recovery
- Awareness of the principles of a trauma informed care approach.
- Familiarity with computing technology, including keyboard skills, and use of word-processing, e-mail, and internet software.
Desirable
- Well-developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies and approaches for adults with complex mental health problems.
- Publication of training, service evaluation, clinical audit and research material.
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Ability to work with service users, carers and families to engage with their needs and provide them with appropriate psychological support and intervention.
- Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
- Skills in working within an MDT to bring and share a psychological understanding of distress.
- Well developed, effective communication skills, both oral and in writing, enabling complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to be shared with service users, their families, carers and other professional colleagues within the NHS and other agencies.
- Ability to prioritise work, operate a waiting list, meet short deadlines and an unpredictable work pattern that requires regular revision of plans.
- Ability to sit in constrained position for service user assessment, formulation, individual and group therapy sessions and for computer work.
- Ability to work at a high level of professional autonomy and responsibility, in a collaborative multidisciplinary environment and also as a lone worker in circumstances where there may be exposure to verbal and sometimes physical aggression.
- Able to sustain the intense concentration necessary for service user assessment and formulation, individual and group therapy sessions
- Ability to work and communicate highly sensitive, contentious information effectively in a highly emotive or hostile atmosphere, and to overcome barriers to acceptance/psychological resistance to potentially threatening information.
- Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to staff and carers exposed to highly distressing situations.
- Ability to identify and employ mechanisms of clinical governance as appropriate, to support and maintain clinical practice in the face of regular exposure to highly emotive material and challenging behaviour
Desirable
- Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multimedia materials, suitable for presentations within public, professional and academic settings.
- Ability to demonstrate an area of special interest/skill in therapeutic intervention
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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Employer name
Pennine Care NHS FT
Address
Tameside General Hospital
Fountain Street
Ashton-Under-Lyne
OL6 9RW
United Kingdom
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Pennine Care NHS FT
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Ashton-Under-Lyne
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Experienced General Practice Nurse
West Mendip Primary Care Network View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377470
Job summary
The Experienced General Practice Nurse plays a pivotal role in delivering safe, high-quality, and person-centred care. This role is integral to achieving the objectives of the 2026/27 Network Contract DES, with a focus on continuity of care, health inequalities reduction, digital transformation, and long-term condition (LTC) optimisation.
Full-time (37.5 hours per week), or part-time (minimum of 20 hours per week) considered in line with service requirements.
This role is included within the extended hours provision and will involve working an evening on a rota basis.
Expected interview date: week commencing 2nd November
Please note: this vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if sufficient applications are received
Main duties of the job
The postholder will work as part of the existing practice nurse team on long-term condition management, champion public health and prevention, and embed population health principles within general practice.
They will support the development and supervision of new-to-practice nurses and other multidisciplinary staff, contributing to workforce capability across the Primary Care Network. The role also involves fostering integration with community, secondary, and social care systems to ensure proactive and joined-up care delivery.
The post holder will be working at registered nurse level practice as detailed in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework.
About us
Primary Care Networks (PCNs) were established in July 2019 as part of the NHS Long Term Plan to improve the quality and accessibility of care by encouraging collaboration among various healthcare services and community organisations.
One of 13 PCNs in Somerset, we are a collaboration of five GP practices in West Mendip: Glastonbury Health Centre, Glastonbury Surgery, Wells City Practice, Wells Health Centre and Vine Surgery Partnership (Street).
At Wells City Practice, you'll be joining a friendly, supportive team committed to providing high-quality patient care. Serving around 8,500 patients, the practice has a 'Good' CQC rating, high levels of patient satisfaction and strong QOF achievement.
Our multidisciplinary team includes six partners, two salaried GPs, a paramedic practitioner, nurses, HCAs, FCP, Clinical Pharmacist and an experienced administrative and management team. We are actively involved in training, research and collaborative working through our local Primary Care Network. We offer opportunities for professional development and training, alongside flexible working arrangements that support a positive work-life balance.
Based in the cathedral city of Wells, the practice offers the opportunity to work in a beautiful part of Somerset, with the Mendip countryside on your doorstep and excellent links to Bath, Bristol and the south coast.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
W0067-26-0009
Job locations
Wells City Practice (West Mendip PCN)
Priory Medical Centre
Glastonbury Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1XJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work within the multidisciplinary team on long-term condition management across the PCN, ensuring evidence-based, standardised care aligned with QOF, IIF, and local priorities
- Support practice teams to identify at-risk patients and implement proactive care plans
- Support public health and screening programmes, including delivery and uptake of immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening. Work with the PCN team to achieve national targets and reduce variation in outcomes
- Mentor, support, and supervise new-to-general-practice nurses, student nurses, and other healthcare professionals e.g., nursing associates, HCSWs across the PCN, contributing to induction, professional development, and appraisal processes
- Work collaboratively across the PCN, actively engaging with community services, secondary care, social care, and voluntary sector providers to ensure integrated and holistic care pathways
- Undertake mandatory training and CPD to meet NMC revalidation and practice needs
- Reflect on learning using appropriate frameworks e.g. NMC Code
- Adhere to CQC standards, infection prevention and control protocols, and safeguarding responsibilities
- Participate in audits, significant event reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain confidentiality, information governance, and data protection in line with NHS standards
- Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC
- Ensure that their own practice is kept updated, using an acceptable model of clinical supervision
- Take every opportunity to expand individual practice in line with the principles contained within the Nursing and Midwifery Councils document The Code 2015 or equivalent professional body
- Communicate with enthusiasm and conviction; in a style that, when relevant, motivates, inspires, and encourages
- Create a trusting partnership with patients and/or relatives/carers to communicate and explain complex medical issues - including new diagnoses and agree a management/treatment plan
- Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with doctors or independently to agreed protocols. This would include:
o Dressings, care and treatment of minor skin disorders and wounds including removal of sutures.
o Routine intramuscular and subcutaneous injections
o Ear syringing
o Taking blood, scrapings and swabs for laboratory investigation
o Taking cervical smears
o Perform ECGs
o Monitor Warfarin levels via INR Star
o Assist doctors with minor operations
o Take part in immunisation campaigns e.g. flu
o Provide health screening, advising on general healthcare and treatment of minor ailments, referring to a doctor where appropriate
o Keep and maintain patient records via the computer
o Undertake and attend regular appropriate training courses, updates and meetings
ALL POST HOLDERS ARE REQUIRED TO
- Adhere to West Mendip PCN policies and procedures, e.g. Health and Safety at Work, Equal Opportunities etc.
- Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training
- Attend statutory, essential and mandatory training
- Take part in an annual appraisal
- Respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to their employment and other members of staff. All members of staff are required to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018
- Comply with the codes of professional conduct set out by the professional body should registration be required for the post
- Maintain the prevention and control of infection and fully comply with all current Infection Control policies and procedures
- Take responsibility for any records that they create or use in the course of their duties, in line with the Public Records Act and be aware that any records created by an employee of the NHS are public records and may be subject to both legal and professional obligations
- Perform general administrative duties such as locating of clinical files and working with the administrative team as required
- Document in patient notes in the agreed PCN format
- Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies or injury to senior staff
- Strive to maintain quality within the PCN, and alert other team members to issues of quality and risk, assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
- Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
- Work effectively with individuals in other services and organisations to meet patients needs
- Effectively manage own time, workload and resources
NOTE
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and may be updated to reflect evolving service needs, following consultation with the post holder. All duties are to be carried out in accordance with West Mendip PCN policies, procedures and guidelines. Routine operational changes do not require amendment.
PROFESSIONAL AND STATUTORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The post holder is expected to maintain confidentiality, uphold equality, diversity and inclusion, and comply with safeguarding, health and safety, risk management and data protection requirements at all times. They are required to work in line with PCN policies, legal obligations and professional standards, engage in relevant training and development, and maintain accurate and secure records.
Job description
Job responsibilities
KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Work within the multidisciplinary team on long-term condition management across the PCN, ensuring evidence-based, standardised care aligned with QOF, IIF, and local priorities
- Support practice teams to identify at-risk patients and implement proactive care plans
- Support public health and screening programmes, including delivery and uptake of immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening. Work with the PCN team to achieve national targets and reduce variation in outcomes
- Mentor, support, and supervise new-to-general-practice nurses, student nurses, and other healthcare professionals e.g., nursing associates, HCSWs across the PCN, contributing to induction, professional development, and appraisal processes
- Work collaboratively across the PCN, actively engaging with community services, secondary care, social care, and voluntary sector providers to ensure integrated and holistic care pathways
- Undertake mandatory training and CPD to meet NMC revalidation and practice needs
- Reflect on learning using appropriate frameworks e.g. NMC Code
- Adhere to CQC standards, infection prevention and control protocols, and safeguarding responsibilities
- Participate in audits, significant event reviews, and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain confidentiality, information governance, and data protection in line with NHS standards
- Recognise and work within own competence and professional code of conduct as regulated by the NMC
- Ensure that their own practice is kept updated, using an acceptable model of clinical supervision
- Take every opportunity to expand individual practice in line with the principles contained within the Nursing and Midwifery Councils document The Code 2015 or equivalent professional body
- Communicate with enthusiasm and conviction; in a style that, when relevant, motivates, inspires, and encourages
- Create a trusting partnership with patients and/or relatives/carers to communicate and explain complex medical issues - including new diagnoses and agree a management/treatment plan
- Provide nursing treatments to patients in participation with doctors or independently to agreed protocols. This would include:
o Dressings, care and treatment of minor skin disorders and wounds including removal of sutures.
o Routine intramuscular and subcutaneous injections
o Ear syringing
o Taking blood, scrapings and swabs for laboratory investigation
o Taking cervical smears
o Perform ECGs
o Monitor Warfarin levels via INR Star
o Assist doctors with minor operations
o Take part in immunisation campaigns e.g. flu
o Provide health screening, advising on general healthcare and treatment of minor ailments, referring to a doctor where appropriate
o Keep and maintain patient records via the computer
o Undertake and attend regular appropriate training courses, updates and meetings
ALL POST HOLDERS ARE REQUIRED TO
- Adhere to West Mendip PCN policies and procedures, e.g. Health and Safety at Work, Equal Opportunities etc.
- Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job, participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff development and training
- Attend statutory, essential and mandatory training
- Take part in an annual appraisal
- Respect the confidentiality of all matters relating to their employment and other members of staff. All members of staff are required to comply with the requirements of the Data Protection Act 2018
- Comply with the codes of professional conduct set out by the professional body should registration be required for the post
- Maintain the prevention and control of infection and fully comply with all current Infection Control policies and procedures
- Take responsibility for any records that they create or use in the course of their duties, in line with the Public Records Act and be aware that any records created by an employee of the NHS are public records and may be subject to both legal and professional obligations
- Perform general administrative duties such as locating of clinical files and working with the administrative team as required
- Document in patient notes in the agreed PCN format
- Report untoward incidents such as complaints, clinical emergencies or injury to senior staff
- Strive to maintain quality within the PCN, and alert other team members to issues of quality and risk, assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
- Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
- Work effectively with individuals in other services and organisations to meet patients needs
- Effectively manage own time, workload and resources
NOTE
This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and may be updated to reflect evolving service needs, following consultation with the post holder. All duties are to be carried out in accordance with West Mendip PCN policies, procedures and guidelines. Routine operational changes do not require amendment.
PROFESSIONAL AND STATUTORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The post holder is expected to maintain confidentiality, uphold equality, diversity and inclusion, and comply with safeguarding, health and safety, risk management and data protection requirements at all times. They are required to work in line with PCN policies, legal obligations and professional standards, engage in relevant training and development, and maintain accurate and secure records.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in long-term conditions management and quality improvement
- Supports public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening
- Supports, mentors, and supervises new-to-practice nurses, students and other healthcare professionals
- Experience in identifying and supporting vulnerable patients, including mental health and safeguarding cases
Desirable
- Experience in leadership and/or clinical supervision delivery
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the NMC and maintains revalidation in line with NMC requirements
- Working at Registered Nurse Level Practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in long-term condition management
- Experience and understanding of health inequalities for the local population
- Holds more than one academic Level 6 diploma or postgraduate certification in long-term conditions care and/or public health initiatives
- Relevant qualification, accredited training, or a keen interest in diabetes management
- Mentor qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Hard-working, motivated and enthusiastic
- Willingness to undertake education and training to meet the service need and for career progression
- Possesses a professional manner
- Genuine interest in the delivery of healthcare to the community
- Flexibility, reliability and responsive to change
- Self-motivated and able to show initiative
Desirable
- Confidence in working in community-based or non-clinical settings
Other Requirements
Essential
- Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle that is insured for business purposes
- Able to work across multiple sites as required
- Willingness to work flexibly to support occasional events or activities outside normal working hours
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work in a team and autonomously as required
- Organised and diligent with attention to detail
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, adapting communication to meet the needs of individuals where barriers to understanding may exist
- Ability to work calmly under pressure in a busy working environment while meeting deadlines
- Experience of patient education and supporting shared decision-making
- Digital skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word and Excel) and Microsoft Teams, and the ability to use IT systems to record activity and produce simple reports
Desirable
- Knowledge of local community, voluntary and statutory services
- Awareness of how primary care and Primary Care Networks operate within the NHS
- Understanding of community development approaches that build on the strengths and assets of individuals and communities
- Experience of using clinical or health and wellbeing record systems, such as EMIS
- Understanding of person-centred and personalised care approaches
- Understanding of the wider determinants of health and how social, economic and environmental factors affect health and wellbeing
- Displays a creative approach to problem solving
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in long-term conditions management and quality improvement
- Supports public health and screening programmes, including immunisations, vaccinations, and cervical screening
- Supports, mentors, and supervises new-to-practice nurses, students and other healthcare professionals
- Experience in identifying and supporting vulnerable patients, including mental health and safeguarding cases
Desirable
- Experience in leadership and/or clinical supervision delivery
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the NMC and maintains revalidation in line with NMC requirements
- Working at Registered Nurse Level Practice as described in the Primary Care and General Practice Nursing Career and Core Capabilities Framework
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in long-term condition management
- Experience and understanding of health inequalities for the local population
- Holds more than one academic Level 6 diploma or postgraduate certification in long-term conditions care and/or public health initiatives
- Relevant qualification, accredited training, or a keen interest in diabetes management
- Mentor qualification (ENB 998 or equivalent)
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Hard-working, motivated and enthusiastic
- Willingness to undertake education and training to meet the service need and for career progression
- Possesses a professional manner
- Genuine interest in the delivery of healthcare to the community
- Flexibility, reliability and responsive to change
- Self-motivated and able to show initiative
Desirable
- Confidence in working in community-based or non-clinical settings
Other Requirements
Essential
- Hold a current UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle that is insured for business purposes
- Able to work across multiple sites as required
- Willingness to work flexibly to support occasional events or activities outside normal working hours
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to work in a team and autonomously as required
- Organised and diligent with attention to detail
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, adapting communication to meet the needs of individuals where barriers to understanding may exist
- Ability to work calmly under pressure in a busy working environment while meeting deadlines
- Experience of patient education and supporting shared decision-making
- Digital skills, including confidence using Microsoft Office (such as Outlook, Word and Excel) and Microsoft Teams, and the ability to use IT systems to record activity and produce simple reports
Desirable
- Knowledge of local community, voluntary and statutory services
- Awareness of how primary care and Primary Care Networks operate within the NHS
- Understanding of community development approaches that build on the strengths and assets of individuals and communities
- Experience of using clinical or health and wellbeing record systems, such as EMIS
- Understanding of person-centred and personalised care approaches
- Understanding of the wider determinants of health and how social, economic and environmental factors affect health and wellbeing
- Displays a creative approach to problem solving
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
West Mendip Primary Care Network
Address
Wells City Practice (West Mendip PCN)
Priory Medical Centre
Glastonbury Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1XJ
United Kingdom
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Employer name
West Mendip Primary Care Network
Address
Wells City Practice (West Mendip PCN)
Priory Medical Centre
Glastonbury Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1XJ
United Kingdom
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Principal Clinical Psychologist
Devon Partnership NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 1 day(s) ago
Reference: 2377463
Job summary
We are looking for an 8a Principal Clinical Psychologist to join the Exeter and East Devon multidisciplinary Learning Disability teams, to help us support the wellbeing of this vulnerable and marginalised group.
You will be a senior part of the Clinical Psychology team across Devon, working in and sharing the clinical leadership of your MDTs. You will be part of a rich multi-disciplinary team including Nursing, Psychiatry, Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy and Speech and Language therapy. We have a caring and mutually supportive culture which is a vital foundation for the challenging but rewarding work that we do.
Please contact Dr Magnus Cormack on 07425 605575 if you would like to find out more
Main duties of the job
We are looking for candidates with experience of Intellectual Disability. You will be involved in complex assessment and formulation; designing complex multicomponent interventions and delivering these directly and indirectly via individual or group therapies, care planning, training and consultation. We would expect you to have experience of psychometric assessment and at least two forms of therapeutic intervention (such as Positive Behaviour Support, CBT or DBT), as well as an understanding of the latest evidence around interventions. You will take a role in promoting clinical effectiveness, developing and reviewing service provision in order to maximise the wellbeing of individuals with Learning Disability in Devon.
About us
About Devon Partnership Trust
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery.
We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do
Our values
We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
Details
Date posted
01 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
C9369-26-0772
Job locations
Franklyn House
Franklyn Drive
Exeter
Devon
EX2 9HS
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To improve the psychological health & wellbeing of people with Learning disabilities and to provide psychological services to people who use services and staff in your area.
This will be achieved in this post by:
1. Ensuring the systematic provision of a high quality psychological service to people with Learning Disabilities in Devon as a key component of Health and Social Care Partnership services.
2. Providing clinical leadership, co-ordination and supervision for staff, trainees and volunteers employed by or attached to the psychology service.
3. Taking a leadership role in the delivery and development of psychological therapies for people with Learning Disabilities
4. Carrying a specialist caseload of clients, and providing therapy, advice and consultancy to patients and professionals.
5. Working autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the team.
6. Receiving regular professional and clinical supervision in accordance to Trust policy and to Professional Practice Guidelines set out by the Health Professions Council/British Psychological Society.
7. Contributing to the management of psychology services in the locality.
Duties and Responsibilities
Communication and Working Relationship Skills
- The post holder will be responsible for overcoming a variety of barriers to communication when working with people who receive services who may be fearful of others, who may be experiencing high levels of emotional distress, unable to articulate their difficulties or who think within a very different frame of reference, requiring imaginative and sensitive approaches towards engagement.
- To communicate with a wide range of health and social care staff in community settings in a highly skilled and sensitive manner complex and sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and intervention plans for people who are under the services care.
- To provide support and guidance in the application of psychological principles and techniques and to foster reflective practice.
- To deal effectively with highly distressing service user and family situations (e.g. family breakdown, abuse, verbal aggression, challenging behaviour) and to support other staff in their responses to such situations (e.g. through supervision, debriefing).
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
- Responsible for providing a psychological service to a range of people with learning disabilities experiencing a variety of serious psychological disorders and/or presenting behaviours that challenge.
- Carrying out specialist psychological, psychometric and neuropsychological assessments, the preparation of reports and the communication of complex, sensitive and distressing information to people who receive services and their families and carers.
- To effectively draw on a variety of sources to establish formulations of a persons difficulties, delivering highly specialist psychological interventions and contributing to a persons care plan. This is often required in the context of situations where much data will not be available due to the persons inability to express themselves and interventions may require the social and professional network of the person and where expert opinion may vary.
- To make highly skilled evaluations and decisions regarding intervention and about the psychological management of patients, including the management of risk.
- To provide advice and guidance through the process of consultation on psychological aspects of a persons care to the person, to colleagues, other service providers, supporters and families.
Planning and Organisational Skills
- To plan and organise the work of psychology within the Multidisciplinary Team and to contribute to the development and improvement of the provision of psychological services for people with learning disabilities to best meet the organisations strategy and priorities.
- Responsible for planning and prioritising own workload and for balancing individual responsibilities for service user work with other roles within and outside the teams e.g. clinical audit, service development, consultancy and training.
- To implement Devon Partnership Trust policies and propose changes to practice, policies and procedures as required in acute inpatient services.
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy
- Responsible for formulating and implementing plans for a range of evidence-based psychological interventions for individuals, carers, families, groups and service delivery systems. Being responsible for the adjustment and refining of psychological formulations, drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses based upon the analysis of each individual case. In addition to demonstrate awareness of diversity issues.
- Responsible for providing specialist advice and consultation to other service members on psychological aspects of learning disability and mental health; including appropriate treatment approaches, complex issues of engaging people with learning disabilities and maintaining change, and working with the wider systems which affect a persons wellbeing (e.g. family, paid carers).
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation
- To interpret and develop policies and procedure for the provision of psychology and psychological therapy services for people with learning disabilities.
- To provide psychology leadership to the multi-professional planning, development and marketing of mental health and wellbeing services for people with learning disabilities.
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources
- To maintain and apply psychometric tests and equipment in order to assess people with learning disabilities and evaluate progress.
Responsibility for Human Resources, e.g. Supervision, Training, HR Advice and Management
- There is a requirement to support learners on a regular basis which includes the achievement and updating of profession specific training to the required standard to fulfil this role
- To lead and professionally supervise psychology staff, trainees and volunteers.
- To provide therapy supervision to non-psychology staff providing psychological therapies within the service for people with learning disabilities.
- To undertake delegated managerial responsibility for junior psychology staff.
- To provide psychology leadership in the IATT and Health and Social Care Learning Disability Partnership.
Responsibility for Information Resources and Administrative Duties
- The post holder will be required to compile clinical reports, maintain accurate records using the appropriate IT system and be responsible for any other administrative tasks relating to their clinical work e.g. clinical audit and reports.
- The post holder is responsible for liaising with other team members and health and social care employees, both in verbal and written form in order to co-ordinate effective and appropriate care for people with learning disabilities.
Responsibility for Research and Development
- To carry out research activities applying knowledge of research methodology and to contribute research knowledge and expertise to the research activities of other disciplines as required by the service.
- To take responsibility and develop effective means of auditing and evaluating the outcomes of individual work, team activity and clinics within the service.
- The post holder will be involved in identifying and implementing service developments which will enhance the treatment opportunities provided to service users and carers, through consultation and collaboration with managers, team members and locality wide facilities.
Freedom to Act
- The post holder is accountable for their own professional actions, acting within Trust policies and procedures and Professional Practice Guidelines (HCPC).
- To work autonomously within clinical professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the governance of psychological practice with the Health and Social Care partnership for People with Learning Disabilities.
- To provide expert and specialist clinical psychologist expertise and advice guidance and consultation on psychological aspects of patient care to colleagues, patients, other service providers, supporters and families.
Any Other Specific Tasks Required
- To ensure all clinical care and treatment provided by psychology is carried out under appropriate supervision and leadership.
- The post holder will ensure that they maintain their awareness of research findings concerning psychology, learning disabilities, assessment and therapeutic interventions.
- To supervise and provide a clinical placement for Trainee Clinical Psychologists on D.Clin Psych Course (Exeter/Plymouth Universities).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To improve the psychological health & wellbeing of people with Learning disabilities and to provide psychological services to people who use services and staff in your area.
This will be achieved in this post by:
1. Ensuring the systematic provision of a high quality psychological service to people with Learning Disabilities in Devon as a key component of Health and Social Care Partnership services.
2. Providing clinical leadership, co-ordination and supervision for staff, trainees and volunteers employed by or attached to the psychology service.
3. Taking a leadership role in the delivery and development of psychological therapies for people with Learning Disabilities
4. Carrying a specialist caseload of clients, and providing therapy, advice and consultancy to patients and professionals.
5. Working autonomously within professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within the team.
6. Receiving regular professional and clinical supervision in accordance to Trust policy and to Professional Practice Guidelines set out by the Health Professions Council/British Psychological Society.
7. Contributing to the management of psychology services in the locality.
Duties and Responsibilities
Communication and Working Relationship Skills
- The post holder will be responsible for overcoming a variety of barriers to communication when working with people who receive services who may be fearful of others, who may be experiencing high levels of emotional distress, unable to articulate their difficulties or who think within a very different frame of reference, requiring imaginative and sensitive approaches towards engagement.
- To communicate with a wide range of health and social care staff in community settings in a highly skilled and sensitive manner complex and sensitive information concerning the assessment, formulation and intervention plans for people who are under the services care.
- To provide support and guidance in the application of psychological principles and techniques and to foster reflective practice.
- To deal effectively with highly distressing service user and family situations (e.g. family breakdown, abuse, verbal aggression, challenging behaviour) and to support other staff in their responses to such situations (e.g. through supervision, debriefing).
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
- Responsible for providing a psychological service to a range of people with learning disabilities experiencing a variety of serious psychological disorders and/or presenting behaviours that challenge.
- Carrying out specialist psychological, psychometric and neuropsychological assessments, the preparation of reports and the communication of complex, sensitive and distressing information to people who receive services and their families and carers.
- To effectively draw on a variety of sources to establish formulations of a persons difficulties, delivering highly specialist psychological interventions and contributing to a persons care plan. This is often required in the context of situations where much data will not be available due to the persons inability to express themselves and interventions may require the social and professional network of the person and where expert opinion may vary.
- To make highly skilled evaluations and decisions regarding intervention and about the psychological management of patients, including the management of risk.
- To provide advice and guidance through the process of consultation on psychological aspects of a persons care to the person, to colleagues, other service providers, supporters and families.
Planning and Organisational Skills
- To plan and organise the work of psychology within the Multidisciplinary Team and to contribute to the development and improvement of the provision of psychological services for people with learning disabilities to best meet the organisations strategy and priorities.
- Responsible for planning and prioritising own workload and for balancing individual responsibilities for service user work with other roles within and outside the teams e.g. clinical audit, service development, consultancy and training.
- To implement Devon Partnership Trust policies and propose changes to practice, policies and procedures as required in acute inpatient services.
Responsibility for Patient/Client Care, Treatment and Therapy
- Responsible for formulating and implementing plans for a range of evidence-based psychological interventions for individuals, carers, families, groups and service delivery systems. Being responsible for the adjustment and refining of psychological formulations, drawing upon different explanatory models and maintaining a number of provisional hypotheses based upon the analysis of each individual case. In addition to demonstrate awareness of diversity issues.
- Responsible for providing specialist advice and consultation to other service members on psychological aspects of learning disability and mental health; including appropriate treatment approaches, complex issues of engaging people with learning disabilities and maintaining change, and working with the wider systems which affect a persons wellbeing (e.g. family, paid carers).
Responsibility for Policy and Service Development Implementation
- To interpret and develop policies and procedure for the provision of psychology and psychological therapy services for people with learning disabilities.
- To provide psychology leadership to the multi-professional planning, development and marketing of mental health and wellbeing services for people with learning disabilities.
Responsibility for Finance, Equipment and Other Resources
- To maintain and apply psychometric tests and equipment in order to assess people with learning disabilities and evaluate progress.
Responsibility for Human Resources, e.g. Supervision, Training, HR Advice and Management
- There is a requirement to support learners on a regular basis which includes the achievement and updating of profession specific training to the required standard to fulfil this role
- To lead and professionally supervise psychology staff, trainees and volunteers.
- To provide therapy supervision to non-psychology staff providing psychological therapies within the service for people with learning disabilities.
- To undertake delegated managerial responsibility for junior psychology staff.
- To provide psychology leadership in the IATT and Health and Social Care Learning Disability Partnership.
Responsibility for Information Resources and Administrative Duties
- The post holder will be required to compile clinical reports, maintain accurate records using the appropriate IT system and be responsible for any other administrative tasks relating to their clinical work e.g. clinical audit and reports.
- The post holder is responsible for liaising with other team members and health and social care employees, both in verbal and written form in order to co-ordinate effective and appropriate care for people with learning disabilities.
Responsibility for Research and Development
- To carry out research activities applying knowledge of research methodology and to contribute research knowledge and expertise to the research activities of other disciplines as required by the service.
- To take responsibility and develop effective means of auditing and evaluating the outcomes of individual work, team activity and clinics within the service.
- The post holder will be involved in identifying and implementing service developments which will enhance the treatment opportunities provided to service users and carers, through consultation and collaboration with managers, team members and locality wide facilities.
Freedom to Act
- The post holder is accountable for their own professional actions, acting within Trust policies and procedures and Professional Practice Guidelines (HCPC).
- To work autonomously within clinical professional guidelines and exercise responsibility for the governance of psychological practice with the Health and Social Care partnership for People with Learning Disabilities.
- To provide expert and specialist clinical psychologist expertise and advice guidance and consultation on psychological aspects of patient care to colleagues, patients, other service providers, supporters and families.
Any Other Specific Tasks Required
- To ensure all clinical care and treatment provided by psychology is carried out under appropriate supervision and leadership.
- The post holder will ensure that they maintain their awareness of research findings concerning psychology, learning disabilities, assessment and therapeutic interventions.
- To supervise and provide a clinical placement for Trainee Clinical Psychologists on D.Clin Psych Course (Exeter/Plymouth Universities).
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Clinical Psychologist (D.Clin. Psych or equivalent).
- Registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).
Desirable
- Further training in psychological therapies.
- Further training and experience in interventions with people with learning disabilities.
Communication and Working Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
Other
Essential
- Highly skilled in specialist interventions.
- Advanced psychological assessment and formulation skills.
- Consultation skills.
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Organisation and time management skills.
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
Essential
- Ability to integrate complex data, make highly skilled evaluations and decisions, and take a long-term perspective.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Learning Disabilities services in the NHS and of the knowledge base, skills and practice of clinical psychology.
Desirable
- Significant Post-Graduate (D.Clin Psych) experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
Desirable
- Extended experience of assessing and working with people with learning disabilities and working within learning disability services.
- Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Clinical Psychologist (D.Clin. Psych or equivalent).
- Registered with the Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC).
Desirable
- Further training in psychological therapies.
- Further training and experience in interventions with people with learning disabilities.
Communication and Working Relationship Skills
Essential
- Excellent verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills
Other
Essential
- Highly skilled in specialist interventions.
- Advanced psychological assessment and formulation skills.
- Consultation skills.
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Organisation and time management skills.
Analytical and Judgemental Skills
Essential
- Ability to integrate complex data, make highly skilled evaluations and decisions, and take a long-term perspective.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of Learning Disabilities services in the NHS and of the knowledge base, skills and practice of clinical psychology.
Desirable
- Significant Post-Graduate (D.Clin Psych) experience
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
Desirable
- Extended experience of assessing and working with people with learning disabilities and working within learning disability services.
- Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts.
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).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Franklyn House
Franklyn Drive
Exeter
Devon
EX2 9HS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Devon Partnership NHS Trust
Address
Franklyn House
Franklyn Drive
Exeter
Devon
EX2 9HS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.dpt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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