Job summary

3x 30 hours per week

We are looking for enthusiastic and dependable people to join and become part of our team. We have opportunities within the Forensic Care group at Newton Lodge to work within a hard-working, highly motivated domestic and catering ward orderly team within a medium secure setting.

The team provide a polite, professional, and efficient domestic and catering service for our service users staff and visitors.

You will be required to work to, and maintain, standards as set by the NHS cleaning specifications. You will be supported by a full training package and induction.

Enthusiasm and dedication to provide a clean safe environment is essential.

All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients.

Main duties of the job

The role provides a high standard of domestic, catering, and general duties within a hospital environment.

Provision of cleaning and domestic duties with requirement to work to, and maintain, standards as set by the NHS cleaning specifications.

To regenerate prepare and serve meals in accordance with set standards. Maintaining food safety and hygiene standards and ensuring all work is conducted in line with health and safety.

Maintaining up to date documentation which contributes to the high-quality service delivery.

The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills demonstrating a drive to maintain a consistent high service standard.

At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements (salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time.

We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means were accountable to our members, who can have a say in how were run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve to right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Job summary

We are looking for experienced Registered Nurses / Advanced Nurse Practitioner / Advanced Clinical Practitioner / Paramedics to join the team on a fixed term contract as a Virtual Ward Senior Practitioner.

The Virtual Ward is an innovative integrated service with the aim to support people to receive the care they need at home, rather than in hospital. There is a growing evidence base that demonstrates patient, system and public benefits to the Virtual Ward model.

Within Milton Keynes the focus has initially been on Frailty, but there are now Respiratory and Cardiology wards open, with higher level pathways in development. The model is a Hospital at Home focus with the main bulk of clinical assessment completed face to face using technology such as Point of Care testing, ECGs and other interventions to enable patients to be assessed and managed safely at home.

The successful applicant will provide high level patient care using advanced assessment skills working in partnership with the acute hospital. They will need to be dynamic, flexible and adaptable to ensure the provision of high quality, holistic evidence based care for patients on ward.

Applicants must have a full UK drivers licence and access to a car.

Main duties of the job

The Registered Nurse / Advanced Clinical Practitioner / Advanced Nurse Practitioner / Paramedic will provide a high level of expertise with regard to advanced triage assessment skills, expert clinical care and nursing/paramedic knowledge, and will provide support and advice to patients and health care professionals.

The post holder will determine an appropriate patient pathway and provide care for acutely ill patients in the community and across virtual wards to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions and support with early discharge from the acute hospital.

About us

We can offer regular 1:1 formal and informal supervision, a comprehensive induction and be able to participate in self directed learning, completion of competencies, training opportunities, collaborative working across Milton Keynes Community Health Services and QI project work.

You will have access to a laptop, mobile phone, uniform and have your mileage expenses paid for.

And if you thought there was something more you were looking for, then CNWL can offer:

• Flexible working
• Buying and selling annual leave
• An attractive pension scheme (including a tax-free lump sum on retirement and family benefits from dependents, ill health retirement benefits and life assurance cover of twice your annual pay)
• Employee assistance programme: a free and confidential service to help with personal life
• Staying well at work service for tailored employment related support to staff
• Staff wellbeing zone for free and confidential online health and wellbeing programmes
• The Recovery College offers a range of health and wellbeing courses for staff
• A range of staff networks: The PRIDE@CNWL Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and other sexual and gender minorities (LGBT+) network
• Disabled employee's network
• Lived Experience of Mental Health staff network
• Carers at Work network

Job summary

The Anaesthetic department at Kings is delighted to advertise this Consultant in Anaesthesia post to cover for permanent full time role.

This post is aimed primarily at Consultant level anaesthetists wishing to gain experience in a broad range of anaesthesia as well as further experience in regional anaesthesia.

We deliver anaesthesia for a range of general and subspecialty areas including Neurosurgery, Cardio-thoracics, Hepatobiliary, Endocrine, Maxillofacial, Liver Transplant, General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Paediatrics and Major Trauma.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of high-quality anaesthetic and perioperative services within a supportive and collaborative Trust environment.

The successful candidate will provide expert anaesthetic care across a range of elective and emergency surgical specialties, including participation in theatre sessions, pre-operative assessment, and perioperative management of complex patients.

Main duties of the job

As a Consultant Anaesthetist, you will play a key role in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centred care, while working closely with surgical colleagues, multidisciplinary teams, and wider hospital services. You will be expected to provide senior clinical leadership, contribute to clinical governance, audit, quality improvement, and service development initiatives, and support the training and supervision of junior doctors and other healthcare professionals.

The post offers opportunities to develop specialist interests in line with service needs and personal expertise, alongside active involvement in teaching, research, and innovation.

About us

The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.

We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.

King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.

Job summary

The Trainee ACCP is a registered healthcare professional undertaking a structured programme of clinical and academic training within the Critical Care Directorate at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. Working under the supervision of Consultants and qualified ACCPs, trainees develop advanced assessment, diagnostic reasoning, clinical decision-making and patient management skills while delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to critically ill patients. The role includes patient reviews, ward rounds, interpretation of investigations and development of procedural skills such as vascular access and arterial line insertion. Trainees complete a Master's-level ACCP programme and contribute to the four pillars of advanced practice: clinical practice, leadership, education and research. This is a Band 6 training post with progression to Band 7 on successful completion of the required academic and clinical competencies.

Main duties of the job

Undertake advanced assessment and management of critically ill patients, including history taking, physical examination, interpretation of investigations and formulation of differential diagnoses. Develop, implement and review evidence-based treatment plans, supporting patients through admission, stabilisation, recovery and discharge. Perform advanced clinical procedures within scope of practice, including vascular access, arterial line insertion and management of critical care therapies.

Interpret radiological, biochemical and physiological data to inform decision-making and prescribe medications where appropriately qualified and authorised. Work collaboratively with Consultants, ACCPs and the multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred care, while providing clinical leadership to support patient flow and service delivery.

Contribute to the education, supervision and development of colleagues, students and trainee practitioners, acting as a role model for advanced practice. Participate in audit, governance, research, quality improvement and service development activities to enhance patient outcomes and clinical effectiveness. Maintain professional competence through continuing professional development, revalidation and evidence-based practice, while consistently demonstrating Sheffield Teaching Hospitals' PROUD values.

About us

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its employees. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

This vacancy is advertised on a fixed term contract basis for a period of 3 years due to this being an apprenticeship/training programme. The fixed term contract status of the post holder will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations regarding fixed term contracts.A learner/applicant must be a UK, EEA, or EU resident for at least the past three years to undertake an apprenticeship training programme.Please also note any secondment must first be agreed with your current line manager.Please also note this vacancy is a training post so all applicants will start at Band 6 and upon completion of necessary skills and/ or training will progress to Band 7.

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £56,515 a year Per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

190-1791-TACP

Job locations

Critical Care department.

Herries Rd

Sheffield

S5 7AU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.

When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Job description Job responsibilities Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with Valid NMC registration or Health Care Professional and registered with HCPC with relevant clinical experience
• The candidate must be eligible to apply for and willing to complete a full MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice. Eligibility criteria includes an Honours degree at 2.2 or above in a related health care subject. Alternatively, evidence of completion of pre-entry assessment at HEI or successful level 7 study will also be considered.
• Evidence of relevant continuous professional development
• Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS) or willingness to undertake and successfully complete

Desirable

• Where possible study is funded via the apprenticeship route. If undertaking Apprentice programme, the candidate must be able to demonstrate GCSE English and Maths at C or above or functional skills assessment level 2. If unable to evidence the trainee must complete the functional skills assessment by the end of the Master's Programme (apprenticeship requirement).
• Post Graduate qualification in Advanced Practice
• Advanced Physical Assessment module, Non-Medical Prescribing (if part of proposed role)
• Recognised Teaching & Assessment Qualification or equivalent experience
• Recognised Leadership Award/qualification or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of delivering training / education to others
• 3 years relevant post registration experience (HEI requirement)
• Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working

Desirable

• Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice
• Experience of undertaking service improvement activity
• Evidence of contribution to audit and research programs
• Clinical / managerial leadership experience, including line management of staff, e.g. sickness/absence, recruitment/selection

Skills

Essential

• Can prioritise and manage own workload when faced with conflicting pressures
• High standard of written and verbal communication - able to present and receive complex information and communicate effectively with all grades of staff and patients / families
• Ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations
• Demonstrates ability to work/learn self-directed

Desirable

• In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of common conditions seen in the speciality and their management
• Excellent presentation skills
• Ability to order and interpret appropriate clinical investigations
• Study of therapeutics/diagnostics
• Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans
• Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships
• Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships
• Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts
• Patient focussed with a 'can do' attitude
• Commitment to staff development and training
• Flexible in order to meet the needs of the service.
• Competent and confident approach to practice with ability to work under pressure

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with Valid NMC registration or Health Care Professional and registered with HCPC with relevant clinical experience The candidate must be eligible to apply for and willing to complete a full MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice. Eligibility criteria includes an Honours degree at 2.2 or above in a related health care subject. Alternatively, evidence of completion of pre-entry assessment at HEI or successful level 7 study will also be considered. Evidence of relevant continuous professional development Advanced life support qualification (ALS/ILS) or willingness to undertake and successfully complete Desirable Where possible study is funded via the apprenticeship route. If undertaking Apprentice programme, the candidate must be able to demonstrate GCSE English and Maths at C or above or functional skills assessment level 2. If unable to evidence the trainee must complete the functional skills assessment by the end of the Master's Programme (apprenticeship requirement). Post Graduate qualification in Advanced Practice Advanced Physical Assessment module, Non-Medical Prescribing (if part of proposed role) Recognised Teaching & Assessment Qualification or equivalent experience Recognised Leadership Award/qualification or equivalent experience Experience Essential Experience of delivering training / education to others 3 years relevant post registration experience (HEI requirement) Evidence of multi-disciplinary team working Desirable Experience of working in an extended role with experience of autonomous practice Experience of undertaking service improvement activity Evidence of contribution to audit and research programs Clinical / managerial leadership experience, including line management of staff, e.g. sickness/absence, recruitment/selection Skills Essential Can prioritise and manage own workload when faced with conflicting pressures High standard of written and verbal communication - able to present and receive complex information and communicate effectively with all grades of staff and patients / families Ability to manage self and maintain professional conduct in difficult and challenging situations Demonstrates ability to work/learn self-directed Desirable In depth knowledge of pathophysiology of common conditions seen in the speciality and their management Excellent presentation skills Ability to order and interpret appropriate clinical investigations Study of therapeutics/diagnostics Able to analyse and synthesise patient information to formulate appropriate diagnoses and management plans Effective leadership, negotiation and reasoning skills with the ability to influence, coach and motivate others Personal Qualities Essential Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships Team player with a professional approach to work and colleagues; able to develop good working relationships Shows respect, courtesy, and professionalism in all contacts Patient focussed with a 'can do' attitude Commitment to staff development and training Flexible in order to meet the needs of the service. Competent and confident approach to practice with ability to work under pressure

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

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Critical Care department.

Herries Rd

Sheffield

S5 7AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Critical Care department.

Herries Rd

Sheffield

S5 7AU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within Integrated Care Team -Therapy for Band 3 Senior Therapy Assistant in the West of Sheffield. The Therapy Team assess and offer person centred rehabilitation for people referred from various sources: the Hospital, GPs, District Nurses, other Health and Social Care teams. ICT Therapy treat people from the age of 16 to older adults with a variety of conditions and therapy needs in their home environment.

Senior Therapy Assistants work with Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists, to carry out rehabilitation programmes and manage their own patient caseload. They are supported by the team and have regular training and supervision.

The successful applicant should have extensive and relevant experience of working in rehabilitation in the NHS, have NVQ III in Diagnostic and Therapeutic Care or Health and Social Care (with therapy specific units) or equivalent qualifications or experience. The applicant must have daily access to a car and have a valid driving license.

This is a seven-day service and covers weekends and Bank Holidays.

Main duties of the job

To assist the interdisciplinary team in the provision of patient centred care.

To implement packages of care and rehabilitation programmes in the community and complete patient records.

Undertake assessment of patients within departmental guidelines.

To assist the interdisciplinary team in maintaining an efficient working environment.

About us

*** THIS VACANCY MAY BE CLOSED EARLY DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED ***

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes a firm commitment to professional development of it's staff together with the provision of an excellent health and well-being support service.

This service is a 7 day service, which includes Bank Holiday cover but this is done on a rota basis.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic Nursing Associate to join our School Nursing Team within Milton Keynes.

This relatively new post, that will support the current School Nursing Team to deliver the 5-19 element of the Healthy Child Programme. You will have an interest in preventative health with a passion for delivering safe, high-quality care to children and young people within the school, home and clinic setting.

Safeguarding children is at forefront of all the work carried out by the team and as a Nursing Associate you will support families as part of the Early Intervention Strategy.

The Role of the Nursing Associate is to assist and support the School Nurses (SN's) and Registered Nurses (RN's) in ensuring optimal care is delivered across Milton Keynes. The post holder will be responsible for delivering high quality, family centred compassionate care under the direction of a School Nurse or Registered Nurse, with a focus on promoting public health and safeguarding. You will be an accountable professional and have the ability to work without constant direct supervision; within the parameters of practice by undertaking a range of duties appropriate to the level of responsibility and knowledge and skills acquired

Main duties of the job

To work within the Nursing Associate parameters of practice to deliver high- quality, compassionate care to children aged 5-19 years, with a focus on promoting health and independence.

To work under the delegation of the School Nurse, managing a caseload, delivering planned packages of care.

Assist in the delivery of high-quality evidence-based programmes either with individual or groups of parents/carers/children, to improve outcomes for children and young people.

Deliver care to families in their homes, community locations and Schools.

Assist in the planning and delivery of programmes and activities such as; health needs assessments, continence, obesity/healthy eating, oral health, sleep and school readiness.

Support parents and young people with enuresis information, face to face, virtually and in a group setting.

Work in partnership with parents/carers, families and multi-disciplinary colleagues to maximise service delivery and to maintain effective relationships and communication.

Maintain clinical records in line with record keeping policy.

Maintain effective working relationships within the team and with other professionals.

Communicate professionally, demonstrating active listening and the ability to ask sensitive and appropriate questions with excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Have an awareness of local safeguarding procedures and appropriately respond to any identified concerns.

About us

Come and join our School Nursing Service!

Are you a Nursing Associate who is highly motivated with excellent team working and communication skills? If so then we would love you to come and join us!

We are currently recruiting to School Nursing Service which has recently implemented a new model of delivery. Our new model incorporates the development of new ways of working to meet the needs of our diverse and growing population. Please contact us for a discussion about our plans and what we can offer each other. We would also like to hear from you if you are Nursing Associate who is due to qualify soon. We actively encourage any applicants to come and meet the management team and 0-19 colleagues.

We can offer you:

A friendly, welcoming, nurturing and encouraging work environment that will support you in your practice and development

Local induction and an allocated mentor

Preceptorship for newly qualified staff

Strong leadership and management support

Regular clinical, management, and safeguarding supervision.

A clinical training programme to support your practice, tailored to your individual needs

A strong focus on staff wellbeing and access to excellent staff engagement programs and support services via our People Development team.

For additional things that CNWL can also offer please see the information attached to the advert.

Job summary

Thank you for your interest in joining Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. Our patients and staff are at the heart of everything we do. As Chief Executive, I am proud of the incredible commitment and compassion shown by our teams across Kent and Medway. This is an exciting time for us, as we continue to evolve our culture and have a relentless focus on quality, in addition to the opportunities presented by the NHS 10-year plan and the launch of our new five-year strategy.

The Chief Nurse is a critical role for the organisation and will be fundamental in successfully delivering our quality improvement plan (QIP). We are committed to providing high-quality services for our local population, ensuring that we improve patient outcomes, working in collaboration with our partners to deliver care closer to home in local neighbourhoods. You will help us turn that ambition into better outcomes and experiences for the people we serve.

Through your leadership you will support the delivery of high quality, compassionate care and provide strategic advice to the Trust Board on patient safety, quality assurance and regulatory standards. You will be the lead executive for our relationship with the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Main duties of the job

As a member of our executive team and Trust Board, you will also play a key role in shaping our culture and leading improvement across the organisation, recognising that a positive, inclusive culture and the quality of care we provide are intrinsically linked. You will champion the voices and experiences of patients, families and carers, ensuring they shape how we improve and develop our services.

We are seeking an experienced senior mental health/learning disability nurse leader who brings extensive experience of the key areas of quality, patient safety, workforce development, and infection prevention and control. Finally, you will lead our approach to the identification, mitigation and management of risk. You will have the experience and ability to operate at Board level and work as part of a highly engaged executive team.

You will be a visible and compassionate leader who aligns people behind our vision to help communities stay well and live well, and who embodies our values: caring in how you lead and the standards you set; inclusive in how you listen and bring people together; curious about how we can continually learn and improve; and confident in constructively challenging and taking action when things need to change.

About us

We are Kent and Medway Mental Health NHS Trust. We care for the mental health and wellbeing of people across Kent and Medway and are rated 'Good' by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).

Our teams support children, young people and adults with a wide range of mental health needs. We also provide specialist services, including all-age eating disorder services and neurodevelopmental assessments for children and young people, such as autism and ADHD.

Because we work across the whole county and across hospital and community settings, we can make care more joined up and easier to access for the people we serve.

Our vision is simple: we are here to help communities not just live with mental illness, but live well. It's why we're passionate about working with communities to make mental health care better for everyone. Everything we do is guided by our values: caring, inclusive, curious and confident.

Join us if you share our passion for better mental health care and want to be part of a team that's working well together.

Job summary

United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (ULTH) are seeking a highly motivated Estates Mechanically Bias Technician who will be based in the Estates department at Grantham Hospital. The post holder is required to play a proactive part within the Estates Technical team to meet Trust objectives in a safe, cost effective, efficient manner in compliance with legislation and good practice.

There is no better time to join the team at ULHT, we are developing our operational estates team in order to support the Trust on its continuous development plan, our aims and ambitions are set high and we want you to be part of the developing journey with us. Have you got the ambition to make your hospital a better place for the community? Have you got the passion about engineering? Are you wanting to learn new skills and become a true rounded engineer with skills in which some areas are only specialist in the Healthcare, if this sounds like a challenge you are looking for then apply today.

We offer job security, stability, development, a strong team focused environment where you will feel a sense of belonging. Although, better than all of that, is the chance to really give something back to the NHS with the skills, knowledge, experience and attributes you have to help us achieve outstanding care personally delivered.

If this sounds like a challenge you would like to undertake, apply today.

Main duties of the job

As an Maintenance Technician you will report directly to the Estates management team and provide effective technical support for Estates & Capital Services. You will be encouraged to be proactive in team working, you will be supported as a team member and you will encourage team working, by providing the varied skills that support the department's philosophy and flexible working.

You will be expected to have a sound knowledge with the applicable skills in an engineering related discipline. Training and development will be available to ensure your skills become transferable and developed upon for your personal progression and support the Trust needs.

• To plan, organise operational maintenance for the estates maintenance team under the guidance of the Estates Officers.
• To be appointed as Authorised or Competent Person as required by the organisation.
• To support the delivery of the specific Estates Services across a designated site(s) that will contribute and support the Trust's objectives.
• To provide and nurture a patient-centred environment via the provision of Estates Services whilst recognising their contribution to the overall patient experience.
• To provide both technical and non-technical advice to both clinical and non-clinical professionals.
• To support the delivery of technical policy and procedures and implementation of documentation to the maintenance team and ensure compliance is achieved in various specialist disciplines.

See Job Description for full details.

About us

Lincoln Hospital is a thriving university city and with the opening of the medical school, it provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust has been granted teaching hospital status, after demonstrating evidence to significant teaching commitment. From now on it will be known as United Lincolnshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Pilgrim Hospital is situated in beautiful countryside and serves the communities in the South Lincolnshire area. It provides all major specialties and a 24-hour major accident and emergency service.

Grantham and District Hospital serves the communities of Grantham and the local area. It provides ambulatory paediatric and accident and emergency services.

Lincolnshire Community Health Services NHS Trust (LCHS) and United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust (ULHT) have come together in a Group arrangement, with the goal of improving the care provided to patients across the county.

This will not constitute a formal merger of the two organisations, but will bring the Trusts together under a single Board and Executive Leadership Team, with the goal of improving the care that is provided to patients both in the community and in hospitals across Lincolnshire. Both Trusts will retain their separate statutory names and legal obligations.

The Group will be known as Lincolnshire Community and Hospitals NHS Group (LCHG).

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

357-GR-216-26-QIA2486-E

Job locations

Grantham Hospital

101 Manthorpe Road

Grantham

NG31 8DG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

What should you do next?

Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!

Job description Job responsibilities What should you do next? Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!!!

Person Specification

Qualifications (Academic, Professional & Vocational)

Essential

• A good standard of education
• BTec Level 4 HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline, or equivalent portfolio of technical built environment engineering services courses through recognised providers and associated work-based projects /work
• Completed recognised Apprenticeship with relevant experience gained over a number of years

Desirable

• Specialist technical training in plant, infrastructure and building services.
• Additional Hospital Engineering related certified training such as AP training

Previous Experience (Nature & Level)

Essential

• A number of years within a maintenance environment demonstrating basic level of understanding of Estates delivery and maintenance
• Aware of Health & Safety issues
• Experienced in working in a demanding customer driven service.
• Experienced in working to deadlines.
• Demonstrable experience of making judgements on estates and maintenance issues taking into account legislation and H&S.
• Use of fine tools and equipment.

Desirable

• Management of contractors and consultants with disciplinary team in Healthcare premises
• Experience of working in a large organisation
• Experienced in issuing permits to work

Evidence of Particular: - Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes

Essential

• Knowledge of Estates service delivery, operational maintenance and procedures /processes
• Able to diagnose faults in complicated engineering and building plant and equipment
• Able to work safely and have a sound knowledge of Health and Safety legislation in the built environment
• Review maintenance policies and practices in light of regulatory changes.
• Knowledge of statutory maintenance and inspections for plant and building services.
• Ability to work at all levels from Management Executive to front line maintenance tradesman.
• Work co-operatively with colleagues.
• Ability to work with minimum of guidance.
• Good manual dexterity Logical and systematic approach to work tasks.
• Exchanges maintenance, technical project-related information with specialists, non-specialists; negotiates with contractors or suppliers.
• Computer literate with the current operating system, current office software and computer aided design (CAD).
• Logical and systematic approach to work tasks.
• Computer literate with the current operating system, current office software and computer aided design (CAD).
• Ability to define detailed PPM's and maintenance specifications including using O&M's, Statutory guidelines, HTM's, BS's, etc.
• Ability to scrutinise service reports.
• Ability to estimate work and services using published and internal cost data e.g., BCIS BMI, etc.
• Supervise engineering maintenance team, oversight of contractors
• Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: oPatient Centred oSafety oCompassion oRespect and Excellence

Desirable

• Be able to work within a pressured environment.
• Evidence of self-advancement.
• Able to act efficiently taking a 'hands on' role in an emergency.
• Imaginative outlook.
• Work on own initiative.
• Confident.
• Management of contractors and consultants with disciplinary team in Healthcare premises.
• Experience of working in a large organisation.
• Experienced in issuing permits to work.

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills.
• Versatile and flexible in approach.
• Self-starter
• Physically fit.
• Capable of meeting manual handling criteria.
• Able to work at heights, adverse conditions i.e., Heat, dirt, and cramped conditions.
• Sympathetic when working in patient proximities i.e., working in operating theatres, wards and mortuaries.
• Imaginative outlook.
• Work on own initiative.
• Confident.

Person Specification Qualifications (Academic, Professional & Vocational) Essential A good standard of education BTec Level 4 HNC or equivalent in an engineering discipline, or equivalent portfolio of technical built environment engineering services courses through recognised providers and associated work-based projects /work Completed recognised Apprenticeship with relevant experience gained over a number of years Desirable Specialist technical training in plant, infrastructure and building services. Additional Hospital Engineering related certified training such as AP training Previous Experience (Nature & Level) Essential A number of years within a maintenance environment demonstrating basic level of understanding of Estates delivery and maintenance Aware of Health & Safety issues Experienced in working in a demanding customer driven service. Experienced in working to deadlines. Demonstrable experience of making judgements on estates and maintenance issues taking into account legislation and H&S. Use of fine tools and equipment. Desirable Management of contractors and consultants with disciplinary team in Healthcare premises Experience of working in a large organisation Experienced in issuing permits to work Evidence of Particular: - Knowledge - Skills - Aptitudes Essential Knowledge of Estates service delivery, operational maintenance and procedures /processes Able to diagnose faults in complicated engineering and building plant and equipment Able to work safely and have a sound knowledge of Health and Safety legislation in the built environment Review maintenance policies and practices in light of regulatory changes. Knowledge of statutory maintenance and inspections for plant and building services. Ability to work at all levels from Management Executive to front line maintenance tradesman. Work co-operatively with colleagues. Ability to work with minimum of guidance. Good manual dexterity Logical and systematic approach to work tasks. Exchanges maintenance, technical project-related information with specialists, non-specialists; negotiates with contractors or suppliers. Computer literate with the current operating system, current office software and computer aided design (CAD). Logical and systematic approach to work tasks. Computer literate with the current operating system, current office software and computer aided design (CAD). Ability to define detailed PPM's and maintenance specifications including using O&M's, Statutory guidelines, HTM's, BS's, etc. Ability to scrutinise service reports. Ability to estimate work and services using published and internal cost data e.g., BCIS BMI, etc. Supervise engineering maintenance team, oversight of contractors Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: oPatient Centred oSafety oCompassion oRespect and Excellence Desirable Be able to work within a pressured environment. Evidence of self-advancement. Able to act efficiently taking a 'hands on' role in an emergency. Imaginative outlook. Work on own initiative. Confident. Management of contractors and consultants with disciplinary team in Healthcare premises. Experience of working in a large organisation. Experienced in issuing permits to work. Specific Requirements Essential Good interpersonal skills. Versatile and flexible in approach. Self-starter Physically fit. Capable of meeting manual handling criteria. Able to work at heights, adverse conditions i.e., Heat, dirt, and cramped conditions. Sympathetic when working in patient proximities i.e., working in operating theatres, wards and mortuaries. Imaginative outlook. Work on own initiative. Confident.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Grantham Hospital

101 Manthorpe Road

Grantham

NG31 8DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

United Lincolnshire Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Grantham Hospital

101 Manthorpe Road

Grantham

NG31 8DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Healthcare Support Worker - Recruitment Event

We're thrilled to invite you to our Healthcare Support Worker Recruitment Event on Saturday 19th September 2026 at Great Western Hospital.

Our event is aimed towards new to care candidates looking for a change and are interested in joining our Trust. You will learn more about the Trust, our services, and meet the Careers team, ward managers and staff that to assist you in making your decisions about your future with us.

Get ready for an inspiring and action-packed introduction to your future in healthcare!

Day Schedule:-

Welcome Presentation - Kick off with an energizing overview of your recruitment journey, hear real HCSW insights, and get a warm welcome from the team.

Hands-On Personal Care Demo - See what compassionate care looks like in action.

Literacy & Numeracy Assessment

On-the-Day Interview Possibility - If slots are available.

Virtual Interview Options - Prefer a later date? No problem--follow-up interviews are already scheduled online.

This role operates strictly on a rota basis and does not offer fixed shifts. You must be willing to work 12-hour shifts, which are standard across most wards. These shifts include a mix of days, nights, weekends, and bank holidays, scheduled as part of a rolling rota.

Note all applicants will receive an invitation prior to the attendance of the event on completion of their application via NHS jobs with confirmation of the attendee slot.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for delivering individual patient care and will be expected to support the team leaders and the Senior Sister/Charge Nurse.

You will need to be highly motivated and enthusiastic, to help improve both the patient experience and the nursing care. You will be working in an environment that will be a challenge to your organisational skills and one that will enhance your knowledge of various specialties

This role is offered on a progression scheme where you will undertake the Care Certificate which approximately take 6 months to complete where your pay band will increase.

Should you be selected for a role within our Maternity Services, you will be supported to following a Band 2-3 Progression Programme, the programme offers a structured and supportive pathway for Maternity Care Assistants (MCA) to develop into Band 3 Maternity Support Workers (MSW), typically within 12 months. The programme provides a strong focus on both maternity and neonatal care, combining hands-on clinical experience with competency-based assessments, mandatory training, and e-learning aligned to the national MSW framework.

About us

Working for us will provide you with the opportunity to be part of an experienced team, working in a busy environment enabling you to further develop your skills and experience so you can provide our patients with the high quality care that we know you strive to deliver.

We're one of the top employers in the NHS in the South West. As committed as you will be to doing the best for your patients, we're just as committed to helping you to get the most out of your role.

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dynamic and forward thinking Discharge and Transfer Team. We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated team player with excellent communication, administrative and organisational skills.

You will require strong communication skills as you will be working as part of a larger multi-disciplinary team. You will be required to demonstrate sensitivity and discretion.

This post is for 37.5 hours per week. This will be based at Queen's Hospital Burton.

Main duties of the job

• To use patient administration system and other Trust applications required to support the patient's pathway.
• Responsible for dealing with all queries, either via telephone or face to face promptly and efficiently.
• Responsible for completion of general administration tasks, including filing, photocopying, scanning, fault reporting, data inputting and maintaining spreadsheets.
• Administration support for the senior team may be required.
• Order and maintain team supplies as necessary and in accordance with Trust policies

Closing date of applications: 14th September 2026

Date of interview: 28th September 2026

About us

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

In return we will offer:

• Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development
• On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond.
• Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes

Key Facts:

• We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day.
• We are the 4th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week.
• An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country.
• Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily.
• Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres.
• We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres.
• We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day.
• UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff.

Job summary

The purpose of the role is to work within a team of Prescription Clerks in the Pharmacy Hub located at Brooklea Health Centre. You will support the Pharmacy team and GPs in managing patient repeat prescriptions for the five practices within Connexus Primary Care Network (PCN). Connexus Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of five GP Practices; Birchwood Medical Practice, Nightingale Valley Practice, Priory Surgery, Stockwood Medical Practice and Wells Road Surgery which serve the communities of Brislington, Knowle and Stockwood in South-East Bristol.

Main duties of the job

Process repeat prescriptions on a daily basis ensuring compliance with the prescription hub protocols.

About us

Connexus Primary Care Network brings together five GP Practices serving 50,000 patients in the Brislington, St Annes, Knowle, Totterdown and Stockwood areas of South Bristol. The PCN is located in South Bristol locality of BNSSG and employs a small staff team that is responsible for delivering a range of services under contract with NHS England.

Job summary

The post holder will be responsible for assessing callers with a wide spectrum of clinical conditions, advising patients on next steps, and referring them on to further care when appropriate. The computer based clinical decision systems NHS Pathways will facilitate and support the advice given. NHS 111 Clinical Advisors will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the service provided by DHU 111 (East Midlands) CIC providing quality, evidence-based health care to meet the immediate needs of the patient. Demonstrating a commitment to a high-quality service, excellence in clinical practice and continuous professional development are integral to the role and to the development of the service.

Main duties of the job

Deliver safe, effective telephone triage, assessment and clinical validation for patients of all ages using NHS Pathways and clinical decision support systems. Provide evidence-based advice, promote self-care, and direct patients to appropriate healthcare services across primary, secondary, community, and emergency care settings.

Support Health Advisors and colleagues through clinical guidance, applying advanced communication, negotiation, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills in a high-pressure environment.

Maintain accurate patient records and deliver compassionate, patient-centred care while meeting service quality and performance standards.

Maintain professional registration (NMC, HCPC, GPhC or equivalent), clinical competence, and ongoing professional development.

Participate in supervision, performance reviews, mandatory training, and service development activities.

Work in accordance with professional codes of conduct, organisational values, and current clinical guidelines.

Registered Nurse (Adult), Paramedic, or Pharmacist with a minimum of two years' post-registration clinical experience.

Broad clinical knowledge and experience, including acute, urgent, primary, or community care settings.

Able to work autonomously and effectively under pressure while managing competing priorities.

Flexible to meet service demands, including evenings, weekends, and bank holidays.

About us

We are always:

Compassionate we show kindness, consideration and understanding in everything we do and demonstrate our caring nature to our patient, people and communities.

Accomplished we are available day and night a response, adaptable, professional NHS partner, providing the best advice, care and treatment for every individual.

Respectful we recognise the value that individual and team difference bring, welcoming views, listening, being honest, and learning from others experiences.

Encouraging we believe everyone matters, so we inspire confidence in others promoting speaking up, fostering career-long learning and development, and supporting improvement ideas.

Details

Date posted

06 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £38,383-£46,221

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

M0051-26-0082

Job locations

Birch House

Joseph Street

Oldbury

B69 2AQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for assessing callers with a wide spectrum of clinical conditions, advising patients on next steps, and referring them on to further care when appropriate. The computer based clinical decision systems NHS Pathways will facilitate and support the advice given. NHS 111 Clinical Advisors will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the service provided by DHU 111 (East Midlands) CIC providing quality, evidence-based health care to meet the immediate needs of the patient. Demonstrating a commitment to a high-quality service, excellence in clinical practice and continuous professional development are integral to the role and to the development of the service.

Values, behaviours and principles:

The post holder is expected to lead by example in terms of role modelling the behaviours associated with our values.

We are always:

Compassionate we show kindness, consideration and understanding in everything we do and demonstrate our caring nature to our patient, people and communities.

Accomplished we are available day and night a response, adaptable, professional NHS partner, providing the best advice, care and treatment for every individual.

Respectful we recognise the value that individual and team difference bring welcoming views, listening, being honest, and learning from others experiences.

Encouraging we believe everyone matters, so we inspire confidence in other promoting speaking up, fostering career-long learning and development, and supporting improvement ideas.

Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability:

Telephone Triage

Able to demonstrate competence in all areas of clinical advisor role; front ending of calls, clinical validation/assessment.

Provide support and guidance to non-clinical Health Advisors and other members of staff via the clinical advice line.

All clinical advisors will be responsible for assessing patients from 0+ years and a variety of physical and mental health symptoms. Clinicians that are specialty trained such as Paediatric nurses and Mental Health nurses will receive sufficient training and coaching to take all calls appropriately and safely.

Receive telephone calls from patients, carers, DHU 111 colleagues or healthcare professionals and then undertake an assessment of the presenting concerns, giving advice, as appropriate, using NHS Pathways or other clinical decision support system.

Use clinical knowledge and advanced communication skills to provide high quality assessment and safe and effective advice to NHS 111 callers.

Advise patients on self-care as appropriate though the effective communication of evidence-based health care advice supported by NHS Pathways or other clinical decision support system.

Facilitate the patient pathway through primary, secondary, community and tertiary care. Where possible assisting patients in the correct use of primary care and emergency care services and other healthcare related organisations

Use negotiation skills when necessary and establish concordance with patients on appropriate course of action to take for the level of care determined.

Maintain accurate patient care records as required.

Manage all calls in a controlled and professional manner treating all patients with compassion, empathy and respect.

Support the achievement of quality standards and performance levels relevant to the NHS 111 service.

Work within the parameters of own skills and knowledge maintaining an awareness of service and practice developments.

Strong clinical decision making, Clinical Advisors work under pressure, the role requires strong critical thinking and decision making.

Successfully complete training on the NHS Pathways system and maintain competence in line with the pre-defined competency framework.

Advocate for patient centred care and empower callers to make decisions about their health.

Clinical Governance:

Participate in the clinical governance and quality improvement requirements of the DHU 111 service.

Maintain an awareness of individual responsibilities in relation to clinical governance.

Practice within the parameters of policies, protocols and guidelines.

Participate in research and development activities of DHU 111.

Ensure familiarity with the process for raising issues under the incidents and complaints and compliments procedure/protocol, namely Datix.

DHU is an equal opportunities employer, and the post holder will be expected to comply with all relevant policies and procedures in this area together with all other policies and procedures as initiated by DHU.

The post holder is required to take responsible care for the health and safety of him/herself and other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions at work. The post holder is also required to co-operate with DHU to ensure that statutory and departmental safety regulations are adhered to.

The ability to recognise adult and children safeguarding concerns and report to the necessary agencies.

Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to all issues concerned within the service and adhere to DHU policy ensuring staff are aware of their obligations under the Freedom of Information Act, Information Governance and the Data Protection Act.

Maintain Professional standards

Participate in the reflective and clinical supervision framework for clinicians within DHU 111.

Participate in the ongoing individual professional development within the organisation.

Fulfil the professional regulatory requirements for post-registration education and development.

Mentor and role model by completing the NHS Pathways coaching course to provide support and development to other Clinical Advisors and Health Advisors.

Maintain an active registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council on the part of the Register relevant to the post.

Work within the professional Code of Conduct and other directives as defined by the relevant regulatory body (NMC, HCPC etc)

Maintain professional and clinical competence through mechanisms of continuing professional development.

Attend meetings, mandatory training and system updates as requested by managers.

Participate in regular performance reviews with managers as appropriate to individuals scope of practice.

Maintain awareness of, and work within, the DHU values always

Communicate outstanding issues or concerns to the appropriate manager before going off duty.

Maintain and ensure maintenance of a tidy work environment at all times.

Maintain updated with the latest clinical guidelines, protocols, and best practice. To attend regular training and development to enhance and maintain skills and knowledge.

DHU is a non-smoking organisation, and you are therefore required not to smoke in any of the buildings where DHUs business is carried out.

Communicate with staff within DHU Healthcare CiC, DHU 111 and external agencies inside and outside the health economy.

As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.

Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.

Person Specification:

Academic/Professional

Qualifications:

Sub-part 1 level registration with the NMC adult branch, Registered Pharmacist or Registered Paramedic

Recognised Minor Illness, Injuries certificate

Mentor/coaching qualification

Experience:

Minimum 2 years clinical experience post registration in a clinical setting

Experience of working within a multi-professional / multi agency environment

Broad clinical knowledge base

Broad clinical experience in a variety of areas to include recent acute and/or primary care areas

Experience of working independently

Evidence of continuous training, learning and development

Nurse triage/telephone advice experience and competence

Experience of working independently

Experience of working within primary care

Health & Safety:

The post holder is required to take responsibility for their own personal safety and that of other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions at work. The post holder is required to comply with DHU Health Care CICs Health & Safety Policy and Procedures.

Safeguarding:

DHU Health Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Diversity:

DHU believe our workforce should be as diverse as the range of services we offer, and the communities we serve. We are committed to valuing and encouraging diversity throughout our workforce, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. As part of our mission, we are dedicated to eliminating discrimination.

Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will be responsible for assessing callers with a wide spectrum of clinical conditions, advising patients on next steps, and referring them on to further care when appropriate. The computer based clinical decision systems NHS Pathways will facilitate and support the advice given. NHS 111 Clinical Advisors will be required to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team within the service provided by DHU 111 (East Midlands) CIC providing quality, evidence-based health care to meet the immediate needs of the patient. Demonstrating a commitment to a high-quality service, excellence in clinical practice and continuous professional development are integral to the role and to the development of the service.Values, behaviours and principles:The post holder is expected to lead by example in terms of role modelling the behaviours associated with our values.We are always:Compassionate we show kindness, consideration and understanding in everything we do and demonstrate our caring nature to our patient, people and communities.Accomplished we are available day and night a response, adaptable, professional NHS partner, providing the best advice, care and treatment for every individual.Respectful we recognise the value that individual and team difference bring welcoming views, listening, being honest, and learning from others experiences.Encouraging we believe everyone matters, so we inspire confidence in other promoting speaking up, fostering career-long learning and development, and supporting improvement ideas.Key Areas of Responsibility & Accountability:Telephone TriageAble to demonstrate competence in all areas of clinical advisor role; front ending of calls, clinical validation/assessment.Provide support and guidance to non-clinical Health Advisors and other members of staff via the clinical advice line.All clinical advisors will be responsible for assessing patients from 0+ years and a variety of physical and mental health symptoms. Clinicians that are specialty trained such as Paediatric nurses and Mental Health nurses will receive sufficient training and coaching to take all calls appropriately and safely.Receive telephone calls from patients, carers, DHU 111 colleagues or healthcare professionals and then undertake an assessment of the presenting concerns, giving advice, as appropriate, using NHS Pathways or other clinical decision support system.Use clinical knowledge and advanced communication skills to provide high quality assessment and safe and effective advice to NHS 111 callers.Advise patients on self-care as appropriate though the effective communication of evidence-based health care advice supported by NHS Pathways or other clinical decision support system.Facilitate the patient pathway through primary, secondary, community and tertiary care. Where possible assisting patients in the correct use of primary care and emergency care services and other healthcare related organisationsUse negotiation skills when necessary and establish concordance with patients on appropriate course of action to take for the level of care determined.Maintain accurate patient care records as required.Manage all calls in a controlled and professional manner treating all patients with compassion, empathy and respect.Support the achievement of quality standards and performance levels relevant to the NHS 111 service.Work within the parameters of own skills and knowledge maintaining an awareness of service and practice developments.Strong clinical decision making, Clinical Advisors work under pressure, the role requires strong critical thinking and decision making.Successfully complete training on the NHS Pathways system and maintain competence in line with the pre-defined competency framework.Advocate for patient centred care and empower callers to make decisions about their health.Clinical Governance:Participate in the clinical governance and quality improvement requirements of the DHU 111 service.Maintain an awareness of individual responsibilities in relation to clinical governance.Practice within the parameters of policies, protocols and guidelines.Participate in research and development activities of DHU 111.Ensure familiarity with the process for raising issues under the incidents and complaints and compliments procedure/protocol, namely Datix.DHU is an equal opportunities employer, and the post holder will be expected to comply with all relevant policies and procedures in this area together with all other policies and procedures as initiated by DHU.The post holder is required to take responsible care for the health and safety of him/herself and other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions at work. The post holder is also required to co-operate with DHU to ensure that statutory and departmental safety regulations are adhered to.The ability to recognise adult and children safeguarding concerns and report to the necessary agencies.Maintain strict confidentiality in relation to all issues concerned within the service and adhere to DHU policy ensuring staff are aware of their obligations under the Freedom of Information Act, Information Governance and the Data Protection Act.Maintain Professional standardsParticipate in the reflective and clinical supervision framework for clinicians within DHU 111.Participate in the ongoing individual professional development within the organisation.Fulfil the professional regulatory requirements for post-registration education and development.Mentor and role model by completing the NHS Pathways coaching course to provide support and development to other Clinical Advisors and Health Advisors.Maintain an active registration with the Nursing & Midwifery Council on the part of the Register relevant to the post.Work within the professional Code of Conduct and other directives as defined by the relevant regulatory body (NMC, HCPC etc)Maintain professional and clinical competence through mechanisms of continuing professional development.Attend meetings, mandatory training and system updates as requested by managers.Participate in regular performance reviews with managers as appropriate to individuals scope of practice.Maintain awareness of, and work within, the DHU values alwaysCommunicate outstanding issues or concerns to the appropriate manager before going off duty.Maintain and ensure maintenance of a tidy work environment at all times.Maintain updated with the latest clinical guidelines, protocols, and best practice. To attend regular training and development to enhance and maintain skills and knowledge.DHU is a non-smoking organisation, and you are therefore required not to smoke in any of the buildings where DHUs business is carried out.Communicate with staff within DHU Healthcare CiC, DHU 111 and external agencies inside and outside the health economy.As you will expect the organisation may change from time to time and you will be expected to meet the operational requirements.Any other reasonable duties as required from time to time.Person Specification:Academic/ProfessionalQualifications:Sub-part 1 level registration with the NMC adult branch, Registered Pharmacist or Registered ParamedicRecognised Minor Illness, Injuries certificateMentor/coaching qualificationExperience:Minimum 2 years clinical experience post registration in a clinical settingExperience of working within a multi-professional / multi agency environmentBroad clinical knowledge baseBroad clinical experience in a variety of areas to include recent acute and/or primary care areasExperience of working independentlyEvidence of continuous training, learning and developmentNurse triage/telephone advice experience and competenceExperience of working independentlyExperience of working within primary careHealth & Safety:The post holder is required to take responsibility for their own personal safety and that of other persons who may be affected by his/her acts or omissions at work. The post holder is required to comply with DHU Health Care CICs Health & Safety Policy and Procedures.Safeguarding:DHU Health Care is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Diversity:DHU believe our workforce should be as diverse as the range of services we offer, and the communities we serve. We are committed to valuing and encouraging diversity throughout our workforce, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. As part of our mission, we are dedicated to eliminating discrimination.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the NMC, or a registered Pharmacist or Paramedic.
• Minimum 2 years' post-registration clinical experience.
• Experience working independently and within multi-professional/multi-agency teams.
• Broad clinical knowledge and experience, including recent acute and/or primary care settings.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous training, learning, and professional development.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered with the NMC, or a registered Pharmacist or Paramedic. Minimum 2 years' post-registration clinical experience. Experience working independently and within multi-professional/multi-agency teams. Broad clinical knowledge and experience, including recent acute and/or primary care settings. Demonstrated commitment to continuous training, learning, and professional development.

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

DHU Healthcare

Address

Birch House

Joseph Street

Oldbury

B69 2AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dhuhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

DHU Healthcare

Address

Birch House

Joseph Street

Oldbury

B69 2AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.dhuhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are growing our team!

Come and join us!

We are looking for trained SystmOne receptionist's to work full or part time with a start time of 8am and a finish time of 6.30pm.

This position is for experienced medical receptionists with experience in general practice or the NHS.

You must be able to start at 8am and work a full day until 6.30pm, part time accepted.

This is a very rewarding post and would suit someone who likes to be busy and work as part of a team, and enjoys variety in their working day.

Patient Care Advisors are the first point of contact for our patients and visitors, whether that be over the telephone, face to face at the front reception desk or through our on-line portal. Needing to make sure that every patient contact counts and that patients get the right help at the earliest opportunity. We need passionate, patient focused individuals to help us deliver the best service to our patients by offering a first-class level of Reception/Customer Service.

Discretion and confidentiality are essential attributes of a successful Patient Care Advisor.

This post requires flexibility, responding to varying demands and changing circumstances. Communication, team work, motivation and hard work ethic are essential qualities.

Main duties of the job

• Provide a positive and friendly image to all patients and other visitors.

Welcome patients on arrival, ensuring all patients are checked in either manually or via the patient touch screen.

• Making effective use of the practices appointment system to include booking and cancelling of appointments, assisting and monitoring the appointment system, including the processing of our on-line portal system.
• Answering incoming calls in a timely, professional, and efficient manner. Assisting with any patient queries and concerns, responding promptly and positively.
• To read, action and maintain the Patient Contact Waiting Lists system within System One, ensuring that patients are booked in as and when required.
• To explain the Practice arrangements and formal requirements for new patients, temporary residents and ensure procedures are completed within a certain timeframe.
• To share information regarding the practices complaint procedure.
• To open and scan post where necessary.
• To assist with the cancelation of clinics as and when required.
• Dealing with tasks that are generated through System One in a timely
• Managing and processing of prescription queries and requests
• Managing all practice documentation as and where necessary

About us

At Lionwood Medical Practice, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services to individuals and families in Norwich and the surrounding communities. Our practice is committed to promoting wellness, preventing illness, and delivering high-quality care that meets the diverse needs of our patients.

We are a busy City Practice, providing services for 15,500 patients.

We use SystmOne for our Clinical system, and also utilise various digital platforms such as Accurx and our online triage system is SystmOne to support our processes.

We are a well established training Practice and welcome GP Registrars on six monthly placements.

If this sounds like a perfect job for you then please get in touch.

Details

Date posted

06 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.71 an hour Increase to £13.00 after completion of 3 month probation.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

A5800-26-0008

Job locations

30a Wellesley Avenue

Norwich

Norfolk

NR1 4NU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Primary Care is changing, and our Patient Care Advisors are key to supporting patients to get the care that they need be that clinical assessment, help with managing their health, or signposting to other services.

Patient Care Advisors are the first point of contact for our patients and visitors, whether that be over the telephone, face to face at the front reception desk or through our on-line portal. Needing to make sure that every patient contact counts and that patients get the right help at the earliest opportunity. We need passionate, patient focused individuals to help us deliver the best service to our patients by offering a first-class level of Reception/Customer Service.

Discretion and confidentiality are essential attributes of a successful Patient Care Advisor.

This post requires flexibility, responding to varying demands and changing circumstances. Communication, team work, motivation and hard work ethic are essential qualities.

KEY DUTIES

Provide a positive and friendly image to all patients and other visitors.

Welcome patients on arrival, ensuring all patients are checked in either manually or via the patient touch screen.

Making effective use of the practices appointment system to include booking and cancelling of appointments, assisting and monitoring the appointment system, including the processing of our on-line portal system.

Answering incoming calls in a timely, professional, and efficient manner. Assisting with any patient queries and concerns, responding promptly and positively.

To read, action and maintain the Patient Contact Waiting Lists system within System One, ensuring that patients are booked in as and when required.

To explain the Practice arrangements and formal requirements for new patients, temporary residents and ensure procedures are completed within a certain timeframe.

To share information regarding the practices complaint procedure.

To open and scan post where necessary.

To assist with the cancelation of clinics as and when required.

Dealing with tasks that are generated through System One in a timely and efficient manner.

Be responsible for opening the practice at 8am in preparation for patients calling and presenting to the practice for clinics.

Handle any complex queries and challenging situations in a professional manner, ensuring any issues are resolved, where possible, at first point of contact.

Effectively handle all queries that present at the practice including those from hospital clinicians, social services, etc. by problem solving, signposting, or escalation of matters as appropriate.

Updating and monitoring patient information boards to ensure all relevant information is available and up to date.

To have a thorough knowledge of all relevant practice procedures.

To work in accordance with written protocols.

To provide cover for colleagues in times of absence for annual leave/sickness.

Support in the processing of prescriptions to ensure effective patient care.

It will be necessary to attend and contribute to various practice meetings as requested.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and will be reviewed periodically in conjunction with the post holder. The post holder is required to carry out any duties that may be requested by the Partners and the Management Team.

CONFIDENTIALITY

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

The post holder must not enter patient records without clinical or administrative need to do so.

The post holder must maintain confidentiality of information, always acting within the terms of the Data Protection Act and the Caldicott Principles on patient confidentiality.

The post holder must also maintain an awareness of the Freedom of Information Act.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:

Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines

Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks

Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards

Reporting potential risks identified

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation

Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues

Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

QUALITY

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

Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk

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

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

Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs

Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

COMMUNICATION

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:

Communicate effectively with other team members

Communicate effectively with patients and carers

Recognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

CONTRIBUITION TO THE IMPLEMENTAION OF SERVICES

Apply Practice policies, standards and guidance

Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work

Participate in audit where appropriate

Assist where required with the Quality Outcomes Framework

Participate in CQC inspections (where deemed appropriate)

Job description Job responsibilities Primary Care is changing, and our Patient Care Advisors are key to supporting patients to get the care that they need be that clinical assessment, help with managing their health, or signposting to other services.Patient Care Advisors are the first point of contact for our patients and visitors, whether that be over the telephone, face to face at the front reception desk or through our on-line portal. Needing to make sure that every patient contact counts and that patients get the right help at the earliest opportunity. We need passionate, patient focused individuals to help us deliver the best service to our patients by offering a first-class level of Reception/Customer Service.Discretion and confidentiality are essential attributes of a successful Patient Care Advisor.This post requires flexibility, responding to varying demands and changing circumstances. Communication, team work, motivation and hard work ethic are essential qualities.KEY DUTIESProvide a positive and friendly image to all patients and other visitors.Welcome patients on arrival, ensuring all patients are checked in either manually or via the patient touch screen.Making effective use of the practices appointment system to include booking and cancelling of appointments, assisting and monitoring the appointment system, including the processing of our on-line portal system.Answering incoming calls in a timely, professional, and efficient manner. Assisting with any patient queries and concerns, responding promptly and positively.To read, action and maintain the Patient Contact Waiting Lists system within System One, ensuring that patients are booked in as and when required.To explain the Practice arrangements and formal requirements for new patients, temporary residents and ensure procedures are completed within a certain timeframe.To share information regarding the practices complaint procedure.To open and scan post where necessary.To assist with the cancelation of clinics as and when required.Dealing with tasks that are generated through System One in a timely and efficient manner.Be responsible for opening the practice at 8am in preparation for patients calling and presenting to the practice for clinics.Handle any complex queries and challenging situations in a professional manner, ensuring any issues are resolved, where possible, at first point of contact.Effectively handle all queries that present at the practice including those from hospital clinicians, social services, etc. by problem solving, signposting, or escalation of matters as appropriate.Updating and monitoring patient information boards to ensure all relevant information is available and up to date.To have a thorough knowledge of all relevant practice procedures.To work in accordance with written protocols.To provide cover for colleagues in times of absence for annual leave/sickness.Support in the processing of prescriptions to ensure effective patient care.It will be necessary to attend and contribute to various practice meetings as requested.This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and will be reviewed periodically in conjunction with the post holder. The post holder is required to carry out any duties that may be requested by the Partners and the Management Team.CONFIDENTIALITYIn the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriatelyIn the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidentialInformation relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.The post holder must not enter patient records without clinical or administrative need to do so.The post holder must maintain confidentiality of information, always acting within the terms of the Data Protection Act and the Caldicott Principles on patient confidentiality.The post holder must also maintain an awareness of the Freedom of Information Act.HEALTH AND SAFETYThe post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the Practice Health & Safety Policy, to include:Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelinesIdentifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risksMaking effective use of training to update knowledge and skillsUsing appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazardsReporting potential risks identifiedEQUALITY AND DIVERSITYThe post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislationRespecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleaguesBehaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.PERSONAL/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTThe post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include:Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional developmentTaking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar workQUALITYThe post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will:Alert other team members to issues of quality and riskAssess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervisionContribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performanceWork effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needsEffectively manage own time, workload and resourcesCOMMUNICATIONThe post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:Communicate effectively with other team membersCommunicate effectively with patients and carersRecognize peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordinglyCONTRIBUITION TO THE IMPLEMENTAION OF SERVICESApply Practice policies, standards and guidanceDiscuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own workParticipate in audit where appropriateAssist where required with the Quality Outcomes FrameworkParticipate in CQC inspections (where deemed appropriate)

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Strong commitment to the vision of Lionwood Medical Practice.
• Genuine interest in the needs of the local community and our patients.
• Ability to work as part of a team and establish good working relationships at all levels.
• Ability to work under pressure in stressful situations.
• Ability to work and act on own initiative.
• Willingness to work flexibly to suit the needs of the practice.
• Approachable, polite and tactful.
• Highly organised.
• Ability to multi-task
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good telephone manner.
• Punctuality
• Experience of customer service/NVQ equivalent.
• GCSE qualifications or equivalent.
• Able to communicate effectively and understand the needs of the patient.
• The ability to manage multiple activities.
• Experience in use of I.T. systems e.g. MS Outlook, MS Word, Excel and the internet.
• Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines when faced with conflicting demands.
• Demonstrate good attention to detail.
• Work methodically with accuracy ensuring attention to detail.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a primary care setting.
• Experience of reception work.
• Knowledge and experience in the use of System One clinical system.

Person Specification Experience Essential Strong commitment to the vision of Lionwood Medical Practice. Genuine interest in the needs of the local community and our patients. Ability to work as part of a team and establish good working relationships at all levels. Ability to work under pressure in stressful situations. Ability to work and act on own initiative. Willingness to work flexibly to suit the needs of the practice. Approachable, polite and tactful. Highly organised. Ability to multi-task Good interpersonal skills. Good telephone manner. Punctuality Experience of customer service/NVQ equivalent. GCSE qualifications or equivalent. Able to communicate effectively and understand the needs of the patient. The ability to manage multiple activities. Experience in use of I.T. systems e.g. MS Outlook, MS Word, Excel and the internet. Ability to prioritise and work to tight deadlines when faced with conflicting demands. Demonstrate good attention to detail. Work methodically with accuracy ensuring attention to detail. Desirable Experience of working in a primary care setting. Experience of reception work. Knowledge and experience in the use of System One clinical system.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lionwood Medical Practice

Address

30a Wellesley Avenue

Norwich

Norfolk

NR1 4NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lionwood Medical Practice

Address

30a Wellesley Avenue

Norwich

Norfolk

NR1 4NU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The Rycote Group are seeking a salaried GP on a 6 month fixed-term basis, to provide maternity cover at The Chiltern Surgery. There is the prospect of a longer-term appointment if this suits both parties. You will join a friendly and committed team based in the idyllic village of Watlington, South Oxfordshire. For reasons of continuity, we welcome applicants keen to work 5 sessions or more.

Nestled in at the foot of the Chiltern Hills, there is beautiful countryside on the doorstep, and excellent road links via the M40. Watlington is a historic market town, renowned for its thriving independent high street, and is a great place to live and work. This is a two site practice of approximately 8000 patients. GPs will have a primary base with their own patient list.

Our long-established Thame partnership consists of five GP partners and a managing partner. We are at an exciting time, having taken on the running of Chalgrove and Watlington surgeries this year. We have made several new GP appointments with the aim of creating a sustainable and supportive team. There are opportunities for those joining to shape the future of service provision.

The Rycote Partnership has a long history of teaching and training, and we offer mentorship to salaried colleagues, with additional support for newly qualified GPs. Watlington is a training-approved site, and we would encourage GP trainers and aspiring trainers to apply. Watlington will be hosting graduate entry Oxford medical students from 2026.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team you will exercise professional autonomy and clinical judgement in delivering high quality evidence-based care. You will take a pro rata share of routine and urgent clinical work, duty doctor, on-call and enhanced access commitments.

Benefits include:

Protected administrative time and a imminent move to 15 minute consultation times.

Training practice, with opportunities for GP trainers and medical student teaching.

Daily protected coffee time & regular social events to guard against silo working.

The practice participates in a programme of Protected Time for Learning 10 afternoons per annum.

Competitive remuneration - £11,500k minimum per session with consideration given to experience and generous enhancements for pro rata share of enhanced access.

Pro rata commitment to duty sessions made manageable by a shared approach.

Regular mentorship sessions including additional support for newly qualified GPs to build confidence and help embed them in the practice.

Protected time for learning and regular business, clinical governance, clinical effectiveness and primary health care team meetings.

Opportunity to be involved in specific care areas, including weekly cover of on site residential/nursing home, joint injections, coil fitting.

Future career development opportunities, including GP training, care home medicine, PCN involvement, development of specialist interests, partnership.

About us

We are a Partnership of 5 clinical partners and a managing partner, taking on the delivery of high quality care to the people of Watlington and Chalgrove at the Chiltern and Brook surgeries. We have a supportive and non-hierarchical approach, with partners taking a full share of clinical work. We are committed to traditional patient-centred care. We offer a mix of telephone, face-to-face and online consultations bringing together the best of the old and new.

Watlington and Chalgrove are approved training practices, with opportunity for a GP trainers and for teaching medical students.

There is an established MDT, with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants, paramedic, pharmacist and a social care support team, offering a holistic approach to looking after our patients. The clinical team is assisted by excellent reception and administrative teams.

Watlington and District Residential and Nursing Home is based at the Watlington site, and is rating outstanding by CQC. There is opportunity for involvement in the weekly ward round for those with an interest.

There are strong secondary care services with OUH, RBH, community hospitals in Wallingford, Henley on Thames and Abingdon. There is close working with a community palliative care team, and district nurses based at the Watlington premises.

The Chiltern and Brook Surgery is rated good by CQC and the PCN achieves very high patient satisfaction scores of over 90%.

Job summary

We are pleased to invite enthusiastic and dynamic candidates to join our team. This is a new permanent 10 PA role which has been created to meet the increasing demand for children's mental health services in the borough.

This is a split role between community CAMHS and the Paediatric Mental Health team (PMHT) at the Whittington hospital, where you will be based for one day a week.

You will support Islington community CAMHS, by providing clinical leadership, psychiatric consultations and appropriate interventions as needed, and will provide clinical leadership to the Paediatric Liaison Team with an emphasis on crisis assessments and management. There are opportunities for paediatric liaison work if this is in the post holder's interests.

Interview date: 17th November 2026

**Please note that as per our Trust processes you will be expected to make yourself available to attend a face to face interview if successfully short listed for this post.**

Main duties of the job

Please see the full Job Description and the Person Specification for further details about the job role.

About us

Whittington Health serves a richly diverse population and works hard to ensure that all our services are fair and equally accessible to everyone. Nowhere is this more obvious than in the way we look after our staff. We aim to employ a workforce which is as representative as possible of this population, so we are open to the value of differences in age, disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy and maternity, race, sexual orientation, and religion or belief. The Trustbelieves that as a public sector organisation we have an obligation to have recruitment, training, promotion and other formal employment policies and procedures that are sensitive to these differences. We think that by doing so, we are better able to treat our patients as well as being a better place to work.

Job summary

This is a very exciting time for the service at Leeds and a great opportunity to join the team. The experience and clinical skills that you will get from working in the SACT daycase unit are vast, ranging from having the clinical skills required to deliver chemotherapy/immunotherapy treatments safely, to caring for the patient who may become acutely unwell as a side effect of their treatment to providing the emotional support our patients need at what can be a very difficult time for them. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical and leadership skills within a supportive environment that values teamwork, professional development, and compassionate care. We provide comprehensive induction and mentorship. As a Band 5 staff nurse, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to daycase patients requiring SACT as part of their treatment pathway. The Leeds Cancer Centre is one of the largest specialist cancer services in the UK, providing excellence in oncology and haematology care, research and innovation. As part of Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trustone of the largest acute health providers in Europewe are committed to delivering high-quality patient-centred care aligned with our values: Kind, Open and Honest, Responsible, One team

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be working as part of a team of highly skilled nurses. You will be responsible for the administration of SACT via a variety of routes, including Peripheral, and via a CVAD and if not already, SACT competent will complete the UKONS SACT Digital passport. J80 is a fast-paced and busy daycase unit delivering Systemic Anti-Cancer Treatments (SACT) 7 days per week, treating approximately 80 patients per day. The Unit is open 07:30am 19:30pm Monday Friday. 07:30am 18:30pm on Saturdays and 07:30am 16:00pm on Sundays. You will act as a role model, demonstrating compassionate, patient-centred care. You will participate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and staff education. You will work collaboratively across the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and patient-focused care. Effective communication will be demonstrated at all times, liaising closely with other health professionals and departments, ensuring patients and relatives are kept informed. As this post requires at least 18 months post-registration experience, please be aware that newly qualified staff nurses will not be shortlisted for this role.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.