Job summary

SMART stands for surgical and medical acute response team. The SMART nurse will work within the existing team and be a clinically credible nurse who is proficient and experienced in looking after the critically ill and deteriorating patient. They will have a thorough understanding of what track, trigger, respond and escalate entails within the scope of the deteriorating patient. They will also form part of the cardiac arrest team and become an ALS provider.On a daily basis the SMART nurse will review known patients and assess new patients in a time appropriate manner who are considered at risk by the MDT who express a clinical concern or those patients who trigger via the use of NEWS2.The SMART nurse will receive and triage calls through the bleep system carrying out tasks within own scope of practice where possible. The band 7 role will be pivitol in providing safe care in hospital at night and will become the unit bleep holder and assist in bed management overnight. They will provide both clinical and managerial leadership and support the rest of the team. The role covers a 24hour service 7 days a week by rotating onto days and nights and the willingness to be flexible is essential to ensure the service can be delivered.

Main duties of the job

To perform physical examination and assessment utilising the A-E approach to formulate an appropriate care plan.Utilise None-medical prescribing qualifications or PGD's to manage patients.To be a non-medical clinical imaging referrer.To provide ongoing assessment and follow up of all level 2/3 critical care discharged patients.To review daily the weaning progress and formulate a plan of care with the tracheostomy daily MDT and provide support and education to staff looking after these patients.To form part of the hospital resuscitation teamTo be proficient in the safe inter/intra hospital transfer of acutely unwell, critically ill or tracheostomy patientsTo understand their scope of practice and be able to seek expert advice and assistance when required and escalate patients in a time appropriate manner.To act as a mentor and role model to the MDT and disseminate progress with senior members of staff.

To provide senior managerial cover for the hospital at night carrying the unit manager and bed bleeps

About us

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust is the only NHS trust to hold dual accreditation for the Investors in People. We invest in people and we invest in wellbeing standards and have been awarded Gold status for both. The Walton Centre is a leader in the treatment and care of neurology and neurosurgery, placing the patient and their family at the heart of everything we do. As the only specialist hospital trust in the UK dedicated to providing comprehensive neurology, neurosurgery, spinal and pain management services we are proud to be rated as an Outstanding Trust by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), and champion change throughout the field of neuroscience. Originally formed in 1992, the Trust received Foundation Trust status in 2009.

With around 1,450 staff, The Walton Centre treats more than 127,000 outpatients and 18,000 inpatients each year. We have leading specialists and incredibly dedicated staff delivering excellent clinical outcomes for brain, spinal and neurological care nationally and internationally. Teams across our site in Fazakerley, Liverpool, offer a world-class service in diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses affecting the brain, spine and peripheral nerves and muscles, and in supporting people suffering from a wide range of long-term neurological conditions.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

160-8276019

Job locations

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the job description and person specificationdocument for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy

Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description and person specificationdocument for detailed information about the job description for this vacancy

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RN qualification
• ILS
• Willingness to undertake ALS
• MSc or working towards

Desirable

• Critical care post graduate course
• ALS
• advanced clinical assessment and diagnostics level 7
• v300 independent nurse prescriber

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• significant and specialist post registration experience in treating patients with acute conditions/critically ill/deteriorating
• Extensive knowledge and managerial experience
• excellent communication skills including ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an appropriate manner in challenging situations
• advanced decision making
• ability to manage complex and operational situations that involve staff from all levels within the organisation
• Critical care experience or experienced with level one care

Desirable

• Critical care experience level 2 or 3
• bed management experience
• Experience and knowledge in caring for neuroscience patients

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Advanced effective leadership skills
• teaching and assessing skills
• evidence of applying current research to practice
• expert venepuncture /cannulation
• experience managing patients with tracheostomies
• Can demonstrate that they are able to perform accurate history taking, clinical assessment and suggest appropriate diagnostic tests.
• can work as autonomous practitioner or as part of team
• proven oral and written communication skills
• IT competent
• ability to manage difficult situations and prioritise workload accordingly
• ability to adapt to NHS and trust service developments and new nursing theories for use in the clinical area
• Use and knowledge of PGD's
• Extensive experience of working as a collaborate in an MDT environment
• Highly motivated individual willing to learn and develop the service and support others in doing so.
• Extensive knowledge and managerial experience
• Act as a mentor and participate in education and training

Desirable

• v300 independent nurse prescriber
• ultra sound skills for venepuncture and line placement
• demonstrates commitment through involvement in trust wide initiatives/committees
• Ability to perform advanced clinical procedures
• Experience in the post-operative recovery process for discharge of patients from POCU

Personal Qualities

Essential

• ability to adapt to changing needs of the service
• to be able to lead and drive change
• to be able to mentor and nurture individuals
• assertive / enthusiastic / committed to service
• motivated and able to motivate others approachable / caring
• flexible adaptable and confident

Other

Essential

• ability to work long days, weekends and nights
• be prepared to work flexibly across a range of shift patterns across the trust to meet needs of service

Person Specification Qualifications Essential RN qualification ILS Willingness to undertake ALS MSc or working towards Desirable Critical care post graduate course ALS advanced clinical assessment and diagnostics level 7 v300 independent nurse prescriber Knowledge & Experience Essential significant and specialist post registration experience in treating patients with acute conditions/critically ill/deteriorating Extensive knowledge and managerial experience excellent communication skills including ability to communicate complex and sensitive information in an appropriate manner in challenging situations advanced decision making ability to manage complex and operational situations that involve staff from all levels within the organisation Critical care experience or experienced with level one care Desirable Critical care experience level 2 or 3 bed management experience Experience and knowledge in caring for neuroscience patients Skills and Attributes Essential Advanced effective leadership skills teaching and assessing skills evidence of applying current research to practice expert venepuncture /cannulation experience managing patients with tracheostomies Can demonstrate that they are able to perform accurate history taking, clinical assessment and suggest appropriate diagnostic tests. can work as autonomous practitioner or as part of team proven oral and written communication skills IT competent ability to manage difficult situations and prioritise workload accordingly ability to adapt to NHS and trust service developments and new nursing theories for use in the clinical area Use and knowledge of PGD's Extensive experience of working as a collaborate in an MDT environment Highly motivated individual willing to learn and develop the service and support others in doing so. Extensive knowledge and managerial experience Act as a mentor and participate in education and training Desirable v300 independent nurse prescriber ultra sound skills for venepuncture and line placement demonstrates commitment through involvement in trust wide initiatives/committees Ability to perform advanced clinical procedures Experience in the post-operative recovery process for discharge of patients from POCU Personal Qualities Essential ability to adapt to changing needs of the service to be able to lead and drive change to be able to mentor and nurture individuals assertive / enthusiastic / committed to service motivated and able to motivate others approachable / caring flexible adaptable and confident Other Essential ability to work long days, weekends and nights be prepared to work flexibly across a range of shift patterns across the trust to meet needs of service

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

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Walton Centre NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The Walton Centre

Lower Lane

Liverpool

L9 7LJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

If you are a motivated, conscientious and highly organised individual, this role is to undertake an Apprenticeship with a Business Administrator Level 3 in an ambitious and passionate team making a difference for families. Do you have experience in administration and want to expand your knowledge and skills? The apprentice role will include working with systems and technology and liaising directly with people. Work may include maintaining systems to support trainings, the online courses, communications and distribution of resources. You need to be accurate, working with the team to minimise or eliminate mistakes, you need to be flexible and comfortable with change. You need to be willing to contribute ideas for making improvements to our systems, where necessary. You need to like working with people, via phone, video and email. You will be able to get experience of offering great customer service, representing us in a calm, organised, knowledgeable and friendly manner. You will also be involved in the distribution of resources to customers. The role communicates information with customers and service users regarding Togetherness products, services and distributing. Working is hybrid working between office and homeworking. You will need to achieve Level 2 English and Maths prior to taking the End Point Assessment if you haven't already achieved GCSE A*- C or 4-9. Duration approximately 18 months to include the end stage assessment.

Main duties of the job

To provide a comprehensive and full ranging administration/co-ordination service. Working in conjunction with colleagues, service users to provide an efficient service. Exercise initiative and judgement using acquired skills and knowledge, maintaining confidentiality at all times. The post holder will provide an empathic and sensitive point of contact for service users. Knowledge and use of various Microsoft Office Software programmes including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other relevant correspondence and other software programmes working with customer orders and training requests. The post holder will liaise other administrators/co-ordinators and clerical support workers on a day-to-day basis around training and orders. Receiving and dealing with telephone enquiries and engaging in Teams/Zoom meeting as appropriate. Input in accordance with Trust policy. Maintain an efficient filing system to include correspondence, reports, and other documentation relevant to the department. Maintain stock control such as stationery, supplies, equipment. To distribute resources purchased by customers using judgement and experience to decide which documents require urgent action, and which may be passed directly to other areas for action and information. Participate in arranging conferences, training and other events including venues and hospitality as required.

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.

Job summary

Band 5 Registered Staff Nurse

Spinnaker Ward located at St Mary's Hospital Portsmouth is looking to recruit a compassionate and motivated Registered Nurse to join our dedicated inpatient team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse to play a key role in delivering high-quality physical healthcare within an inpatient setting. You will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care, ensuring patients receive safe, effective and person-centred nursing interventions.

The role includes undertaking physical health assessments, monitoring patients' physical wellbeing, recognising and responding to clinical deterioration, administering medications, supporting the management of long-term conditions and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to achieve positive patient outcomes.

We are looking for an enthusiastic nurse with strong clinical assessment skills, excellent communication abilities and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient care. Whether you are newly qualified or an experienced nurse seeking a new challenge, you will be supported through induction, supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities.

In return, we offer a supportive team environment, opportunities for career progression and the chance to make a real difference to patient care every day. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality physical healthcare and promoting patient safety, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

Working within professional guidelines and accountability, the post-holder will have responsibility for the management of a defined community caseload (via Nursing, Physiotherapy or Occupational Therapy interventions) for a group of GP Practices as part of the Integrated Care Team.

The post holder will have responsibility for managing co-ordinating and delegating work ensuring referrals are dealt with according to clinical need, holistic assessments and care plans are recorded in line with Trust and Professional record keeping standards and clinical care at all times meets acceptable standards of patient safety and quality outcomes.

The post holder will be required to work with a high degree of autonomy and professional accountability. A primary aim of the role is to prevent unnecessary admission of patients to an acute hospital and support timely discharge into the community. The post holder will also have a responsibility for re-enablement, rehabilitation, health protection and promotion programmes that improve and reduce inequalities.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year Please note for part time hours the salary will be pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

348-PSE-12539

Job locations

St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth)

Milton Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be required to:

Act at all times with Compassion, to be Committed to delivering high quality Care, use effective Communication, be Competent and have Courage when needed.

Person-Centred Care .

Participate in the holistic assessment, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and therapy for patients in the home, without direct supervision. This includes those with chronic disease, terminal illness who wish to die at home and complex care needs. Other settings include, residential homes, nursing homes, clinic's community centres and community hospitals.

Recognise and respond to the need for appropriate referral to other members of the Community Care Team or external organisations including appropriate escalation of potential Safeguarding risks.

Provide safe medicines management in your area, according to professional and organisational guidelines to ensure safety and efficacy.

Inform the Senior Community Nurse / Community Matron of any concerns with patients, relatives, visitors, or staff that may compromise patient care.

Develop and maintain constructive working relationships and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team so that patients' needs are met.

Communicate effectively with colleagues, patients and carers so that information is shared in order to meet patients' needs.

Act as a role model in the promotion of person-centred practice, and challenge practice, which is not person-centred, so that a person-centred culture is maintained

Keep updated with relevant clinical developments and use knowledge to enhance standards of care.

Contribute to proactive interdisciplinary discharge and transfer planning for patients.

Practice and promote safe and effective skills in all aspects of clinical practice.

Practice and promote safe and effective record keeping in line with trust policies and professional standards.

Encourage a culture of patient wellness and co-production.

Ensure that patients with palliative care needs (and their families) have those needs met.

Demonstrate competence and confidence in clinical practice: this includes all clinical procedures that are relevant/specialist to the area.

Recognises own limitations in the provision of clinical care and urgency of patient's needs, referring to other healthcare professionals accordingly and is accountable for their own actions.

Support students in their learning and development.

Promote an open reflective learning culture.

Support new staff to received proper induction so that they understand acceptable practice and standards.

Actively support other teams in the department when needed so that those teams can deliver high standards of care.

Develop own professional skills and ensure these are shared with the team and wider Division.

Use reflective practice to analyse incidents and events and to develop high quality care.

Ensure practice follows evidence-based practice and national guidelines are followed.

Actively participates in the HIOW developments related to chronic disease management and targeted care, e.g. diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, dementia, falls within HIOW and across the boundaries of health and social care/primary and secondary care.

Initiates policy and practice changes as a result of incidents, audits and complaints.

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

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

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be required to:Act at all times with Compassion, to be Committed to delivering high quality Care, use effective Communication, be Competent and have Courage when needed.Person-Centred Care .Participate in the holistic assessment, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and therapy for patients in the home, without direct supervision. This includes those with chronic disease, terminal illness who wish to die at home and complex care needs. Other settings include, residential homes, nursing homes, clinic's community centres and community hospitals.Recognise and respond to the need for appropriate referral to other members of the Community Care Team or external organisations including appropriate escalation of potential Safeguarding risks.Provide safe medicines management in your area, according to professional and organisational guidelines to ensure safety and efficacy.Inform the Senior Community Nurse / Community Matron of any concerns with patients, relatives, visitors, or staff that may compromise patient care.Develop and maintain constructive working relationships and liaise effectively with all members of the multidisciplinary team so that patients' needs are met.Communicate effectively with colleagues, patients and carers so that information is shared in order to meet patients' needs.Act as a role model in the promotion of person-centred practice, and challenge practice, which is not person-centred, so that a person-centred culture is maintainedKeep updated with relevant clinical developments and use knowledge to enhance standards of care.Contribute to proactive interdisciplinary discharge and transfer planning for patients.Practice and promote safe and effective skills in all aspects of clinical practice.Practice and promote safe and effective record keeping in line with trust policies and professional standards.Encourage a culture of patient wellness and co-production.Ensure that patients with palliative care needs (and their families) have those needs met.Demonstrate competence and confidence in clinical practice: this includes all clinical procedures that are relevant/specialist to the area.Recognises own limitations in the provision of clinical care and urgency of patient's needs, referring to other healthcare professionals accordingly and is accountable for their own actions.Support students in their learning and development.Promote an open reflective learning culture.Support new staff to received proper induction so that they understand acceptable practice and standards.Actively support other teams in the department when needed so that those teams can deliver high standards of care.Develop own professional skills and ensure these are shared with the team and wider Division.Use reflective practice to analyse incidents and events and to develop high quality care.Ensure practice follows evidence-based practice and national guidelines are followed.Actively participates in the HIOW developments related to chronic disease management and targeted care, e.g. diabetes, coronary heart disease, stroke, dementia, falls within HIOW and across the boundaries of health and social care/primary and secondary care.Initiates policy and practice changes as a result of incidents, audits and complaints.Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc Nursing or RN currently registered with NMC.
• Practice assessor/supervisor.
• Post registration, specialist training relevant to speciality.
• Current (UK/EU) Driving Licence and access to own vehicle for work purposes is required.

Desirable

• Access Course / Diploma in Health Care Studies.
• Post Registration Qualifications.

Experience

Essential

• Post Registration experience.
• Experienced in developing care plans.
• Experienced in developing and delivering care and clinical interventions to patients.
• Experience of Multi-Disciplinary Team working.
• Experience of teaching, training and / or supervision.
• Evidence of recent CPD.
• Evidence of developing policy, guidelines contributing to management of resources.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work autonomously, instruct and direct others; work is managed, not supervised.

Desirable

• Knowledge of working with students.
• Knowledge of Patient Systems (SystmOne and RiO).

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Seeks opportunity to provide medium -- long term value.
• Addresses inefficiencies quickly.
• Evaluates and streamlines ways of working.
• Proactive, solutions focused attitude.
• Focuses self and team to deliver results.
• Provides clear goals and objectives.
• Takes responsibility for resolving problems.
• Makes things happen.
• Motivates and nurtures talent.
• Celebrates success.
• Manages underperformance.
• Promotes continuous learning.
• Promotes cohesion and team working.
• Works collaboratively with teams within the Trust and across the Local Health Economy.
• Resolves conflict effectively.
• Assertive, honest and open.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with other health and social care professionals, patients, carers and the public.

Desirable

• Ability to work on own initiative.
• PC Literate.
• Enthusiastic and well-motivated.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential BSc Nursing or RN currently registered with NMC. Practice assessor/supervisor. Post registration, specialist training relevant to speciality. Current (UK/EU) Driving Licence and access to own vehicle for work purposes is required. Desirable Access Course / Diploma in Health Care Studies. Post Registration Qualifications. Experience Essential Post Registration experience. Experienced in developing care plans. Experienced in developing and delivering care and clinical interventions to patients. Experience of Multi-Disciplinary Team working. Experience of teaching, training and / or supervision. Evidence of recent CPD. Evidence of developing policy, guidelines contributing to management of resources. Ability to prioritise workload and work autonomously, instruct and direct others; work is managed, not supervised. Desirable Knowledge of working with students. Knowledge of Patient Systems (SystmOne and RiO). Additional Criteria Essential Seeks opportunity to provide medium -- long term value. Addresses inefficiencies quickly. Evaluates and streamlines ways of working. Proactive, solutions focused attitude. Focuses self and team to deliver results. Provides clear goals and objectives. Takes responsibility for resolving problems. Makes things happen. Motivates and nurtures talent. Celebrates success. Manages underperformance. Promotes continuous learning. Promotes cohesion and team working. Works collaboratively with teams within the Trust and across the Local Health Economy. Resolves conflict effectively. Assertive, honest and open. Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and maintain relationships with other health and social care professionals, patients, carers and the public. Desirable Ability to work on own initiative. PC Literate. Enthusiastic and well-motivated.

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

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth)

Milton Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

St.Mary's Community Health Campus (Portsmouth)

Milton Road

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO3 6AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Science Manufacturing Technician Apprentice: full time band 3, with progression to band 4 once completed the apprenticeship, professional registration with the Institute of Science and Technology and internal competencies.

Hello! My name is Luke and I am the Aseptic Services Manager for the Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit in Oxford.

We have an exciting role available to train an individual with the knowledge and skills required to work in aseptic dispensing within Oxford University Hospitals. This role would be suitable for staff working in a pharmacy team that have an BTEC 2 or equivalent and are interesting in working in an aseptic team preparing doses for patients, or school / college leavers looking to start their working career. Applications will be considered from candidates that do not have the pharmacy BTEC 2 but are willing to undertake this prior to enrolling on the SMT apprenticeship course.

I am privileged to manage and support our fantastic technical team of Pharmacy Technicians, Science Manufacturing Technicians , Assistants and Apprentices as we provide support services to clinical trial research teams on all our Trust sites throughout Oxfordshire.

If you are interested in an informal discussion about the apprentice role offered within our team then I would be very pleased to chat with you.

Previous applicants need not apply

Main duties of the job

The main role of this post is to participate in a programme of work based training and development to gain knowledge and experience across the range of aseptic dispensing and manufacture in Oxford University Hospitals. The role will predominantly be based in the Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit undertaking a variety of technical roles, but will involve rotating into the Radiopharmacy and Quality Assurance Team.

The Clinical Trials Aseptic Services Unit (CTASU) is responsible for aseptically preparing clinical trial doses for patients to several departments across the Trust and maintaining up to date documentation according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP).

Under the direction of the Accountable Pharmacist and Aseptic Services Manager or Deputy the post holder will be responsible for the provision of day to day activities associated with all aspects of aseptic services in order to support the needs of patients and which meet standards of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

This role will involve regular weekend working to support the requirement for Clinical Trial doses at the weekend.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated nurses to join the Research Team which will be based at the Horton General Hospital with expectation of supporting research activity at the Headington Hospitals. The post holders will be required to travel between sites for training and team meetings on an adhoc basis.

The successful candidate will work as part of the Trauma Research Team, supported by the Team Lead. The portfolio of studies will extend beyond the trauma portfolio depending on the requirements of other research teams.

Hours - the post holder will be expected to work core hours between 730 and 1700 Monday to Friday. However, these may be negotiated if required by a trial protocol.

Main duties of the job

You will be involved in identifying patients suitable for entry into clinical trials by attending clinics, screening medical notes, reviewing consultant referrals, and participating in Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings. You will contribute to the informed consent process, acting as a point of support for patients and their families, and assist in coordinating the research patient pathway from screening through to trial completion.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. For more information on OUH please view OUH At a Glance by OUHospitals - Issuu

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community.

We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.

These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.

Job summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Consultant in Oral Surgery to join the Oral Surgery team at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital King's Lynn NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in delivering a comprehensive oral surgery service for the population of West Norfolk and surrounding areas. The successful candidate will work within a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality patient care across outpatient, day surgery and theatre settings, while contributing to service development, education, clinical governance and research activities. This is a full-time 10 PA consultant post with no on-call commitment.

Main duties of the job

Provide specialist oral surgery services across outpatient and surgical settings.

Undertake oral surgery procedures independently under local anaesthesia, IV sedation and general anaesthesia.

Conduct consultant-led clinics and operating lists.

Work collaboratively with consultants and multidisciplinary colleagues within the Oral Health Department.

Participate in clinical audit, governance and quality improvement activities.

Support the education and training of Dental Core Trainees, Clinical Fellows, Specialty Doctors and medical students.

Contribute to service development and innovation within oral surgery.

Maintain continuing professional development and participate in continuing medical education programmes.

Undertake appraisal and development support for staff where required.

Promote high standards of patient safety, safeguarding, infection prevention and equality and diversity.

About us

There's never been a more exciting time to join TeamQEH. We're working on a once in a generation opportunity to build a new state-of-the-art hospital due to open in 2031/32 and we are also carrying out on one of the biggest pieces of digital transformation work we've ever undertaken.

Our new electronic patient record (EPR) will replace paper-based patient records from 2026 and will lead to better, safer, joined-up care at The Queen Elizabeth Hospital and beyond.

At The QEH we provide a comprehensive range of specialist, acute, obstetrics and community-based services to around 331,000 people across west and north Norfolk, North Cambs and South Lincs.

We are an ambitious organisation that upholds our values of kindness, wellness and fairness. We strive for continuous quality improvement, recently demonstrated in our 2024 CQC maternity inspection rating our services as 'Good', and we are proud to be a place to learn and grow through recognised learning and apprenticeships.

We recognise and reward our 4,000 staff and volunteers, priding ourselves on a community atmosphere and positive team spirit. We have approx. 530 beds across 33 wards and have newly built education and training facilities, a range of modern award-winning centres alongside a talented team of people ready to give you a warm welcome. We love working here and think you will too.

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Practice Nurse to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at HMS Nelson Medical Centre, in Portsmouth, Hampshire.

This is a locum role (30 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Pay rates:

PAYE - £24.59 (£21.94 + £2.65 holiday pay) per hour

Umbrella - £28.28 per hour

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organisation, delivering Primary Health Care (PHC) services and elements of Occupational Health and Health Promotion to the Defence Medical Services (DMS) entitled Population at Risk (PAR).
• To be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer / Lead Clinician / Senior Nurse and provide routine clinics as directed to meet the needs of the organisation and the PAR.
• To be involved in the development and implementation of programmes of care/ service delivery within their scope of practice; utilising Information Systems (IS) to interrogate/support clinical audit and conduct service evaluations.
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care of patients in the provision of nurse led clinics, including communication with senior clinicians, outside agencies and disciplines as required.
• To contribute to, and if acting as the Lead Nurse to co-ordinate, in association with the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician, the line management, supervision and development of other nurses / untrained personnel and ensure individuals work within their individual scope of practice.
• To undertake and remain in date for all mandatory training as set out in the most current DPHC Guidance Note entitled Mandatory Training for Locums, Agency Staff and single Service personnel working within DPHC.
• To maintain patient safety and support and promote healthcare governance activity.

About us

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:

Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.

Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:

Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model

A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability

Free uniforms provided (if required)

A PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.

Free mandatory training

Weekly payments

Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements.

Please note that MMP is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours.

Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted regarding their application.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28.28 an hour Umbrella

Contract

Locum

Duration

2 weeks

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

Q0004-42761

Job locations

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO1 3HH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organisation, delivering Primary Health Care (PHC) services and elements of Occupational Health and Health Promotion to the Defence Medical Services (DMS) entitled Population at Risk (PAR).

To be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer / Lead Clinician / Senior Nurse and provide routine clinics as directed to meet the needs of the organisation and the PAR.

To be involved in the development and implementation of programmes of care/ service delivery within their scope of practice; utilising Information Systems (IS) to interrogate/support clinical audit and conduct service evaluations.

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care of patients in the provision of nurse led clinics, including communication with senior clinicians, outside agencies and disciplines as required.

To contribute to, and if acting as the Lead Nurse to co-ordinate, in association with the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician, the line management, supervision and development of other nurses / untrained personnel and ensure individuals work within their individual scope of practice.

To undertake and remain in date for all mandatory training as set out in the most current DPHC Guidance Note entitled Mandatory Training for Locums, Agency Staff and single Service personnel working within DPHC.

To maintain patient safety and support and promote healthcare governance activity.

To undertake training and demonstrate competence to issue medications via Patient Group Directives (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), in accordance with Joint Service Policy and as determined appropriate by the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician.

Job description Job responsibilities To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organisation, delivering Primary Health Care (PHC) services and elements of Occupational Health and Health Promotion to the Defence Medical Services (DMS) entitled Population at Risk (PAR). To be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer / Lead Clinician / Senior Nurse and provide routine clinics as directed to meet the needs of the organisation and the PAR. To be involved in the development and implementation of programmes of care/ service delivery within their scope of practice; utilising Information Systems (IS) to interrogate/support clinical audit and conduct service evaluations. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care of patients in the provision of nurse led clinics, including communication with senior clinicians, outside agencies and disciplines as required. To contribute to, and if acting as the Lead Nurse to co-ordinate, in association with the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician, the line management, supervision and development of other nurses / untrained personnel and ensure individuals work within their individual scope of practice. To undertake and remain in date for all mandatory training as set out in the most current DPHC Guidance Note entitled Mandatory Training for Locums, Agency Staff and single Service personnel working within DPHC. To maintain patient safety and support and promote healthcare governance activity. To undertake training and demonstrate competence to issue medications via Patient Group Directives (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), in accordance with Joint Service Policy and as determined appropriate by the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must be Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1 with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and hold a valid, in date Personal Identification Number (PIN) and not be subject to any restrictions of practice
• Must hold current, valid personal medical indemnity insurance.
• Must have a minimum of two years post registration experience in PHC practice.
• Must have a minimum of one years post registration in a Band 6 or higher grade in a Primary Healthcare (PHC) setting (within the last three years).
• Must be in date for Basic Life Support (BLS), Anaphylaxis, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and be able to provide certification.
• Must have completed Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation Training in accordance with national immunisation and vaccination standard training requirements (Public Health England) and either:
• a. be able to provide certification; or
• b. be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for Immunisation and Vaccinations (dated within the last 12 months).
• Must be in date for Immunisation and Vaccination annual update e-learning training (to include young children if engaged within a family practice) and be able to provide certification.
• Must be in date and able to provide certificates of training/qualification/update, as undertaken within the last three years, and/or be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for:
• -Venepuncture
• -Travel Health
• -Minor Injuries
• -Minor Illness / Common PHC Presentations Essentials of Chronic Disease Management/Long Term Conditions (Asthma; COPD; CHD; Diabetes; CVD; Hypothyroid)
• -Evaluation of the deteriorating patient e.g. use of Medical Early Warning Systems (MEWS).
• -Child Health in Primary Care (only if working in a families practice as identified in the Demand Order)
• -Cervical Cytology Sample Taking (only if working in a Medical Facility where an essential requirement / skill gap is identified within the Demand Order)
• -Preparation for Mentorship; Supporting Learning and Assessment in Practice (SLAiP); Mentorship and Assessment in Practice; Clinical Supervision or equivalent
• -Travel health.
• Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 training.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must be Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1 with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and hold a valid, in date Personal Identification Number (PIN) and not be subject to any restrictions of practice Must hold current, valid personal medical indemnity insurance. Must have a minimum of two years post registration experience in PHC practice. Must have a minimum of one years post registration in a Band 6 or higher grade in a Primary Healthcare (PHC) setting (within the last three years). Must be in date for Basic Life Support (BLS), Anaphylaxis, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and be able to provide certification. Must have completed Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation Training in accordance with national immunisation and vaccination standard training requirements (Public Health England) and either: a. be able to provide certification; or b. be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for Immunisation and Vaccinations (dated within the last 12 months). Must be in date for Immunisation and Vaccination annual update e-learning training (to include young children if engaged within a family practice) and be able to provide certification. Must be in date and able to provide certificates of training/qualification/update, as undertaken within the last three years, and/or be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for: -Venepuncture -Travel Health -Minor Injuries -Minor Illness / Common PHC Presentations Essentials of Chronic Disease Management/Long Term Conditions (Asthma; COPD; CHD; Diabetes; CVD; Hypothyroid) -Evaluation of the deteriorating patient e.g. use of Medical Early Warning Systems (MEWS). -Child Health in Primary Care (only if working in a families practice as identified in the Demand Order) -Cervical Cytology Sample Taking (only if working in a Medical Facility where an essential requirement / skill gap is identified within the Demand Order) -Preparation for Mentorship; Supporting Learning and Assessment in Practice (SLAiP); Mentorship and Assessment in Practice; Clinical Supervision or equivalent -Travel health. Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO1 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.militarymedicalpersonnel.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Portsmouth

Hampshire

PO1 3HH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.militarymedicalpersonnel.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Acute Matron - Medical Directorate

Do you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start somewhere new and inspiring? If so, an opportunity has arisen to join the Medical Directorate as an interim Matron.

We wish to further strengthen our Medical Directorate team to provide excellent care to the population of North East Wales and the service provided at our Wrexham Maelor District General Hospital.

Working with excellent colleagues in Medicine and other specialties, this is a great opportunity to work in a progressive directorate. You will join our dynamic matron team which covers multiple ward and departmental specialties including: Cardiology, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Infection Management, Respiratory, Gastroenterology, Stroke, Care of the Elderly and Renal services.

For initial enquiries, please contact Jennifer Sharma (Head of Nursing for Medicine) at Wrexham Maelor Hospital 03000 858394 or via e-mail on [email protected]

Main duties of the job

The post holder should be an experienced Senior Nurse with significant experience within the Acute sector to join our Medical Directorate Team as a Matron. We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record of delivering values based leadership. You will need to demonstrate passion and commitment for leading on the delivery of high quality patient care as well as possessing enthusiasm with motivation skills to develop your nursing team.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Nurse Leader with a passion for Acute Care. You will require the ability to inspire and lead innovation and improvement in nursing practice.

The post holder will act as the professional nurse lead providing clinical advice, leadership development, monitoring and management of all nursing resources for general adult services within the designated clinical area, to facilitate excellent nursing practice ensuring the delivery of a high quality, patient centred service.

The post holder will be a clinical nurse leader, working with the Management Team to identify opportunities for service change and improvement to encourage and enable advancement and development of associated evidence based services.

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.

Job summary

As an Area Session Sister / Charge Nurse with NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT), you will play a vital role in helping to save and improve lives by leading blood donation teams across your area. You will provide expert clinical leadership, making sure donors receive safe, high-quality care while supporting your team to deliver excellent results. Working at the heart of the donation journey, you will oversee session performance, donor eligibility, regulatory compliance and service quality. You will be the clinical expert on session, supporting colleagues, managing risk and championing continuous improvement. This is an opportunity to contribute to a service that makes a real difference every day while continuing to develop your leadership, clinical and people management skills.

The working hours for this role are 75 hours per fortnight over 9.5-hour shifts.

As an Area Nurse, your start and finish times will vary to support operational needs across different teams.

You will be working Monday to Sunday including weekends and bank holidays, and you will be based at Oxford Donor Centre, covering the following areas: Slough, Reading And Swindon.

Main duties of the job

• Lead donor-facing teams to deliver a safe, high-quality donation experience that puts donors and patients at the centre of everything you do.
• Use your clinical expertise to guide donor assessment, eligibility decisions and the management of adverse events, helping to ensure donor and product safety.
• Support and develop colleagues through coaching, mentoring, feedback and training, helping them learn, grow and succeed in their roles.
• Drive quality and regulatory compliance by promoting best practice, identifying improvements and supporting change across donor sessions.
• Analyse performance information, respond to emerging issues and take action to help teams achieve operational and quality objectives.
• Act as a visible clinical leader and role model, creating a positive culture that reflects NHSBT values of caring, expertise and quality.
• Build strong relationships with donors, colleagues and stakeholders, communicating clearly and confidently in a range of situations.
• Contribute to service improvement, clinical audit and innovation activities that help shape and strengthen future practice.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you'll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Job summary

Working Part Time : 30 hours per week

Monday to Sunday working between the hours of 7.30am - 18:00pm

An exciting opportunity to work within the Phlebotomy Department .

The phlebotomy team provides essential services both within the Trust and the wider health care community. This post includes working within The Countess of Chester Hospital on inpatient wards, outpatient services, as well as clinic settings. We also provide services at the Chester GP Phlebotomy Hub located on The Countess of Chester Hospital Site for GP bloods and offsite locations that include a GP Phlebotomy Hub in Ellesmere Port and ward/outpatient services in Ellesmere Port Hospital. This role includes working at all of the listed locations.

The Phlebotomy team covers weekend duties on a rotational basis; therefore flexibility of the successful candidate is essential.

Main duties of the job

• Ensuring that the patient is as comfortable and relaxed as possible and confirming their agreement to the collection of a blood sample.
• Collection of samples(s) of blood in accordance with training and procedures
• Accurate, legible labelling of all samples to confirm patient identity.
• Checking patient identification against GP/nurse request and confirming with patient whenever possible
• Recording collection of blood sample via electronic method
• Ensuring that samples are dispatched to the appropriate laboratories in a timely fashion.
• Ensuring that anomalies or incidents are reported to a senior member of staff and reported via the Datix incident reporting system
• Liaising with laboratory staff

About us

The Trust's services are provided from three locations: o The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 473 general and acute beds. o Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 60 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility. o Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population. The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust employs 5,964 staff (headcount) to provide care and treatment to a population of over 400,000 people living in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System. Due to its location on the border with North Wales, the Trust also works closely with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust treats patients from England and some parts of Wales. During 2024/2025, there were approximately 643,000 patient attendances (inpatient, A&E, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Practice Nurse to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at HMS Sultan Medical Centre, in Gosport, Hampshire.

This is a locum role (20 hours per week) and the successful candidate will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel.

Pay rates:

PAYE - £24.59 (£21.94 + £2.65 holiday pay) per hour

Umbrella - £28.28 per hour

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organisation, delivering Primary Health Care (PHC) services and elements of Occupational Health and Health Promotion to the Defence Medical Services (DMS) entitled Population at Risk (PAR).
• To be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer / Lead Clinician / Senior Nurse and provide routine clinics as directed to meet the needs of the organisation and the PAR.
• To be involved in the development and implementation of programmes of care/ service delivery within their scope of practice; utilising Information Systems (IS) to interrogate/support clinical audit and conduct service evaluations.
• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care of patients in the provision of nurse led clinics, including communication with senior clinicians, outside agencies and disciplines as required.
• To contribute to, and if acting as the Lead Nurse to co-ordinate, in association with the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician, the line management, supervision and development of other nurses / untrained personnel and ensure individuals work within their individual scope of practice.
• To undertake and remain in date for all mandatory training as set out in the most current DPHC Guidance Note entitled Mandatory Training for Locums, Agency Staff and single Service personnel working within DPHC.
• To maintain patient safety and support and promote healthcare governance activity.

About us

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:

Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD and have locum vacancies on military bases throughout the UK and occasionally overseas locations.

Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:

Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model

A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme

Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability

Free uniforms provided (if required)

A PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.

Free mandatory training

Weekly payments

Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements.

Please note that MMP is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours.

Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted regarding their application.

Details

Date posted

16 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£28.28 an hour Umbrella

Contract

Locum

Duration

3 weeks

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

Q0004-42553

Job locations

Gosport

Hampshire

PO12 3BY

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organisation, delivering Primary Health Care (PHC) services and elements of Occupational Health and Health Promotion to the Defence Medical Services (DMS) entitled Population at Risk (PAR).

To be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer / Lead Clinician / Senior Nurse and provide routine clinics as directed to meet the needs of the organisation and the PAR.

To be involved in the development and implementation of programmes of care/ service delivery within their scope of practice; utilising Information Systems (IS) to interrogate/support clinical audit and conduct service evaluations.

To assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care of patients in the provision of nurse led clinics, including communication with senior clinicians, outside agencies and disciplines as required.

To contribute to, and if acting as the Lead Nurse to co-ordinate, in association with the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician, the line management, supervision and development of other nurses / untrained personnel and ensure individuals work within their individual scope of practice.

To undertake and remain in date for all mandatory training as set out in the most current DPHC Guidance Note entitled Mandatory Training for Locums, Agency Staff and single Service personnel working within DPHC.

To maintain patient safety and support and promote healthcare governance activity.

To undertake training and demonstrate competence to issue medications via Patient Group Directives (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), in accordance with Joint Service Policy and as determined appropriate by the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician.

Job description Job responsibilities To work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, under the Defence Primary Healthcare (DPHC) organisation, delivering Primary Health Care (PHC) services and elements of Occupational Health and Health Promotion to the Defence Medical Services (DMS) entitled Population at Risk (PAR). To be responsible to the Senior Medical Officer / Lead Clinician / Senior Nurse and provide routine clinics as directed to meet the needs of the organisation and the PAR. To be involved in the development and implementation of programmes of care/ service delivery within their scope of practice; utilising Information Systems (IS) to interrogate/support clinical audit and conduct service evaluations. To assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care of patients in the provision of nurse led clinics, including communication with senior clinicians, outside agencies and disciplines as required. To contribute to, and if acting as the Lead Nurse to co-ordinate, in association with the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician, the line management, supervision and development of other nurses / untrained personnel and ensure individuals work within their individual scope of practice. To undertake and remain in date for all mandatory training as set out in the most current DPHC Guidance Note entitled Mandatory Training for Locums, Agency Staff and single Service personnel working within DPHC. To maintain patient safety and support and promote healthcare governance activity. To undertake training and demonstrate competence to issue medications via Patient Group Directives (PGDs) and Patient Specific Directions (PSDs), in accordance with Joint Service Policy and as determined appropriate by the Senior Nurse / Lead Clinician.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must be Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1 with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and hold a valid, in date Personal Identification Number (PIN) and not be subject to any restrictions of practice
• Must hold current, valid personal medical indemnity insurance.
• Must have a minimum of two years post registration experience in PHC practice.
• Must have a minimum of one years post registration in a Band 6 or higher grade in a Primary Healthcare (PHC) setting (within the last three years).
• Must be in date for Basic Life Support (BLS), Anaphylaxis, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and be able to provide certification.
• Must have completed Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation Training in accordance with national immunisation and vaccination standard training requirements (Public Health England) and either:
• a. be able to provide certification; or
• b. be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for Immunisation and Vaccinations (dated within the last 12 months).
• Must be in date for Immunisation and Vaccination annual update e-learning training (to include young children if engaged within a family practice) and be able to provide certification.
• Must be in date and able to provide certificates of training/qualification/update, as undertaken within the last three years, and/or be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for:
• -Venepuncture
• -Travel Health
• -Minor Injuries
• -Minor Illness / Common PHC Presentations Essentials of Chronic Disease Management/Long Term Conditions (Asthma; COPD; CHD; Diabetes; CVD; Hypothyroid)
• -Evaluation of the deteriorating patient e.g. use of Medical Early Warning Systems (MEWS).
• -Child Health in Primary Care (only if working in a families practice as identified in the Demand Order)
• -Cervical Cytology Sample Taking (only if working in a Medical Facility where an essential requirement / skill gap is identified within the Demand Order)
• -Preparation for Mentorship; Supporting Learning and Assessment in Practice (SLAiP); Mentorship and Assessment in Practice; Clinical Supervision or equivalent
• -Travel health.
• Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 training.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Must be Registered Nurse (Adult) Level 1 with Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) and hold a valid, in date Personal Identification Number (PIN) and not be subject to any restrictions of practice Must hold current, valid personal medical indemnity insurance. Must have a minimum of two years post registration experience in PHC practice. Must have a minimum of one years post registration in a Band 6 or higher grade in a Primary Healthcare (PHC) setting (within the last three years). Must be in date for Basic Life Support (BLS), Anaphylaxis, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and be able to provide certification. Must have completed Immunisation and Vaccination Foundation Training in accordance with national immunisation and vaccination standard training requirements (Public Health England) and either: a. be able to provide certification; or b. be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for Immunisation and Vaccinations (dated within the last 12 months). Must be in date for Immunisation and Vaccination annual update e-learning training (to include young children if engaged within a family practice) and be able to provide certification. Must be in date and able to provide certificates of training/qualification/update, as undertaken within the last three years, and/or be able to provide proof of clinical competency of the same from a previous employer or Line Manager, who is a current and practicing GMC or NMC Registrant, for: -Venepuncture -Travel Health -Minor Injuries -Minor Illness / Common PHC Presentations Essentials of Chronic Disease Management/Long Term Conditions (Asthma; COPD; CHD; Diabetes; CVD; Hypothyroid) -Evaluation of the deteriorating patient e.g. use of Medical Early Warning Systems (MEWS). -Child Health in Primary Care (only if working in a families practice as identified in the Demand Order) -Cervical Cytology Sample Taking (only if working in a Medical Facility where an essential requirement / skill gap is identified within the Demand Order) -Preparation for Mentorship; Supporting Learning and Assessment in Practice (SLAiP); Mentorship and Assessment in Practice; Clinical Supervision or equivalent -Travel health. Must be in date and able to provide certification for Safeguarding Children and Young People and Safeguarding Adults up to and including Level 3 training.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Gosport

Hampshire

PO12 3BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.militarymedicalpersonnel.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Honeybeerecruitment.com Ltd. trading as Military Medical Personnel (MMP)

Address

Gosport

Hampshire

PO12 3BY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.militarymedicalpersonnel.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

This role is offered on a fixed term/secondment basis for 9months. The hours are part-time, 30 hours per week.

Internal applicants who wish to be considered for a secondment opportunity should discuss with their line manager the suitability of a possible secondment.

Due to the current post holder commencing maternity leave, we have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and skilled Physiotherapist to join the Integrated Community Team (ICT) in the Stroud District on a fixed term contract until July 2027

The ICT consists of Community Nursing, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and the Home First/Reablement Team. We work collaboratively with the wider MDT within our service and our Integrated Care System (ICS) partners to enable individuals to remain as healthy and independent as possible within their own homes.

This is a multifaceted role with a varied caseload incorporating both triage and urgent response of patients referred via the referral centre, and patients from the community waiting list. The post holder will also be responsible for the delegation of work to other members of the physiotherapy team within the ICT, as well as holding a caseload. This is an ideal opportunity for an existing Band 6 or experienced Band 5 looking for a new challenge who would like to work in new ways within the Stroud area.

As you will be driving around the beautiful Stroud & Berkeley Vale area delivering our service, being a car driver is essential to the role.

Main duties of the job

We can offer you the opportunity to work in a very supportive integrated team, with access to training, regular supervision, annual appraisal and the autonomy to be a lead professional in our service delivery.

To work as a Band 6 Physiotherapist participating as a member of the community team and independently managing a specialised clinical caseload. You will also be required to manage and triage work within the Stroud Referral Centre on a rota basis.

The post-holder will be required to assess, formulate, evaluate and monitor specialised rehabilitation care packages which will involve complex decision making within the community, including Home First services and referral centre. The role can require urgent responses to priority cases and will require negotiation and co-ordination of several multidisciplinary team members to deliver specialised rehabilitation care programmes.

To supervise, train, advise, support and manage physiotherapists, physiotherapy technicians/assistants, reablement workers, students and community care workers' performance who report to the post-holder.

To be responsible for the operational management of the team that reports to the post-holder; coordinating, allocating and organising the work of junior and assistant staff to meet service priorities.

The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification.

About us

We have a skilled and dedicated workforce of over 5000 colleagues working in a diverse range of services over 55 sites and within people's homes. We strive to enable a welcoming workplace culture that builds and celebrates civility, inclusivity and diversity, while providing a sense of belonging and trust.

Annual staff surveys, regular Pulse surveys and other engagement opportunities provide our people with lots of opportunity to tell us about their experiences of working with us. In the latest staff survey, 61% of colleagues gave us their views. It was great to hear that:

• 72% of colleagues would recommend the Trust as a place to work, ranking us 1st for Provider Trusts in the South West region on this question.
• 76% would recommend the standard of care provided in our services if a friend or relative needed treatment, also ranking us 1st in the South West region.
• 81% said that care of patients and service users is the Trust's priority, compared with an average in comparable NHS Trusts in England of 64%.

This high-level overview shows we are in a healthy position, with higher scores than average for comparable organisations, alongside a great response rate, indicating good staff engagement. However, we also know we have plenty of room for improvement in many areas. To that end, we continue to prioritise and invest in our commitment to genuinely becoming a Great Place to Work with consistent top-quartile performance in the annual staff survey and Pulse surveys.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Ward Clerk to join the Team at Glan Clwyd Hospital.

To work as a member of a team providing an efficient and comprehensive clerical support service for the Ward thereby supporting the delivery of high quality service to patients and staff within the Department.

This is a great opportunity to work in and part of the NHS and support your communities with their Health Care.

We have two ward clerk positions available. Please state on your application which position you are applying for.

1 x 22.5 Hours Wednesday - Friday 07.30: 15.30

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for patients, relatives and visitors to the Ward and must demonstrate a professional and sensitive manner and maintain confidentiality at all times.

Working as part of the Ward Team the post holder will be required to give efficient clerical support to the nursing staff on the Ward.

Applicants must also have a good standard of education, be adaptable and have good organisational skills. A professional telephone manner is essential to receive and respond courteously to all telephone enquiries regarding patient care.

Previous Ward Clerk experience and knowledge of the Patient Administration System (WPAS) is desirable but not essential as full training will be provided.

The ability to speak Welsh is essential for this post.

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.

Job summary

The role

Fulwood Hospital seeks a Senior Staff Nurse for the Surgical Ward Team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical outcomes in a supportive environment, where your skills and expertise will be valued.

Main duties of the job

The role

Fulwood Hospital seeks a Senior Staff Nurse for the Surgical Ward Team. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality clinical outcomes in a supportive environment, where your skills and expertise will be valued.

About us

Ramsay Health Care offers high-quality private healthcare across Australia, the UK and Europe. With a reputation built on "People Caring for People," we are committed to advancing medical excellence and providing outstanding patient experiences. Every year, millions of patients put their trust in Ramsay, confident in our ability to deliver exceptional care with outstanding clinical outcomes.

Job summary

The role

Join Ramsay Health Care UK as a Staff Nurse on our Ward team. You'll deliver high-quality clinical outcomes in an environment focused on patient care. You'll be valued for your skills and have opportunities to enhance them through Ramsay Academy. Our 'Speaking Up for Safety' program emphasizes our commitment to patient-centered care.

Main duties of the job

The role

Join Ramsay Health Care UK as a Staff Nurse on our Ward team. You'll deliver high-quality clinical outcomes in an environment focused on patient care. You'll be valued for your skills and have opportunities to enhance them through Ramsay Academy. Our 'Speaking Up for Safety' program emphasizes our commitment to patient-centered care.

About us

Ramsay Health Care offers high-quality private healthcare across Australia, the UK and Europe. With a reputation built on "People Caring for People," we are committed to advancing medical excellence and providing outstanding patient experiences. Every year, millions of patients put their trust in Ramsay, confident in our ability to deliver exceptional care with outstanding clinical outcomes.

Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

The Triage Nurse will provide triage assessment, clinical support, assistance and professional expertise to all health care professional referrers requiring assistance and support with Admission Avoidance and hospital discharges.

The Service will be the access point for all community nursing referrals for the Locality referrals professionals requiring Health or Social Care Services.

The triage nurse will provide clinical triage and support where appropriate. This may range from signposting the referral caller to the appropriate service, making a direct referral to another service or offering immediate clinical advice or treatment.

The post holder is expected to represent the organisation in a professional and courteous manner at all times and provide advice and information using a level of clinical understanding and professional judgement.

To establish and maintain excellent communication links with all Health and Social Care Professionals.

To work independently, exercising assessment and evaluation skills to take a clear and comprehensive referral, for the community nursing teams in the locality obtaining all relevant documentation as appropriate for referral.

Main duties of the job

To work as a key member of the Local Access Point to ensure professionals are able to make referrals through one single point of access

To provide high quality, clinical triage using knowledge, skills and critical thinking and professional judgement

To control and manage calls effectively by using skilled questioning, active listening and excellent verbal communication skills in a calm, professional manner

Work as a member of the nursing team in conjunction with other professionals to promote seamless patient care.

Be prepared to work flexibly, in the interests of self-development and exigencies of the service. To actively participate in the on-going development of the role and support the development of the protocols and processes within the service.

To possess the ability to prioritise tasks, cases and situations appropriately to ensure effective delivery during periods of high demand.

To liaise and communicate clinical information verbally and/or via technical links to healthcare partners to ensure continuity of care for the caller

To refer any issue or concerns outside the scope of post holders responsibility or professional registration promptly to the Operational Lead/Manager.

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Job summary

A vacancy has arisen within the Cardiac Theatres at Blackpool. We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Theatre Scrub Practitioner. The Unit consists of 4 theatres that perform over 1,000 adult Cardiac Cases annually, including minimal access surgery, as well as around 500 Thoracic cases, including robotic thoracic cases. As well as working in the 4 theatres as a scrub practitioner, there are opportunities to work in the theatre recovery area and Cardiology. Ideally the candidate should have experience in Cardiac Theatres but all registered Nurse / ODP's applicants will be considered as training can be provided.

Main duties of the job

Main duties

The core hours are between 08.00 and 19.00 Monday to Friday, with a 7 day, 24-hour emergency on-call service, that you will be expected to join.

Preparing surgical instruments, maintain a sterile environment, and anticipate the surgical teams needs by passing instruments during the procedures. The scrub nurse is responsible for the correct count of swabs needles and instruments at the end of the procedure.

We have an excellent structured training program so you quickly become an integrated team member. There are a wide range of training and development opportunities accessible to all staff both in house, and via external links to both the University of Central Lancashire and other external learning.

Please contact Jessy Thomas, Clinical Lead Nurse, or Alison Gray, Clinical Lead Nurse, on Blackpool 01253 657821 for further discussion or to arrange an informal visit.

Please ensure that you read the Person Specification within the Job Description attached below, as your application will be judged against this.

About us

About the trust

Due to the high number of job applications received overall by the Trust we are regrettably unable to acknowledge receipt of your application. If you do not receive an invitation to attend an interview within one month of vacancy closure you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note that in line with national NHS guidelines this Trust operates a strict non-smoking policy. Members of staff are not permitted to smoke on Trust premises or grounds at any time nor take breaks during working hours for the purposes of smoking.

Job summary

PLAY ASSISTANT BAND 3

Play Assistant Full time post

This posts is based on the Children's Ward at the Horton General Hospital in Banbury. You will work alongside our experienced Health Play Specialist and the ward team offering normalised play for the Hospitalised child. This opportunity will be based on an inpatient ward but you may also be asked to support children in A&E, and clinics.

Main duties of the job

The Play Team and the Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust recognises the importance of play and the impact it can have on a patient's experience, so we are looking for someone who is committed to meeting the needs and engaging effectively with children and young people showing care and compassion in their work.

The successful applicant can learn and develop new skills with the support of the play team and help to promote the play services .

We look forward to hearing from you if you are interested in joining this great team.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call thisDelivering Compassionate Excellenceand its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via theOUH YouTube channel.

Details

Date posted

16 September 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

Part-time

Reference number

321-NOTSS-7981434-B3-A

Job locations

Horton General Hospital

Oxford Road

Banabury

OX16 9AL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For this post we require

• A Child care qualification equivalent to the NVQ Level 3
• minimum 1 year post Level 3 qualification experience of working with children
• or
• Undertaking the Foundation degree in Hospital Play specialism.

Job description Job responsibilities For this post we require A Child care qualification equivalent to the NVQ Level 3 minimum 1 year post Level 3 qualification experience of working with children or Undertaking the Foundation degree in Hospital Play specialism.

Person Specification

Criteria for the Play Assistant role

Essential

• Experience and evidence of further development
• Evidence of working within a MDT team

Desirable

• Experience with adolescents and children with challenging behaviour

Person Specification Criteria for the Play Assistant role Essential Experience and evidence of further development Evidence of working within a MDT team Desirable Experience with adolescents and children with challenging behaviour

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

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Horton General Hospital

Oxford Road

Banabury

OX16 9AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Horton General Hospital

Oxford Road

Banabury

OX16 9AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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