Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Skills

Essential

• NVQ Level 2 in health and social care an or equivilent
• Basic and Literacy Skills

Desirable

• Experience working within a care setting
• Completion of all Wales induction framework

Experience

Essential

• Experience required to fulfil the post

Desirable

• Previous experience

Skills

Essential

• Good communication skills. Team Working Good interpersonal/written skills. Ability to set and meet own targets. Organisational skills Time management Able to maintain accurate patient records and present as factual information

Desirable

• Ability to speak Welsh

Other

Essential

• Ability to work in a team and alone as well using initiative and work shifts

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Evington Ward - Wrexham Maelor Hospital

Croesnewydd Road

Wrexham

LL13 7TD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key accountabilities: Provide clinically appropriate, high quality NHS dental treatment to patients, following all relevant standards and guidelines. Maintain PDSE standards of clinical governance, including infection control, patient confidentiality, clinical record keeping, etc. Regularly carry out audits of clinical treatment. Ensure health and safety procedures are observed at all times Support the work of the whole dental team employed by PDSE Measures of success: Successful outcomes to items listed in key accountabilities and other delegated tasks Positive customer feedback (staff, patients and students) Meets deadlines Manages competing demands Knowledge, Education and Training: A Batchelor of Dental Surgery degree GDC registration Performers number required prior to assuming appointment Broad dental knowledge, with up-to-date knowledge of aspects of general practice within your scope of practice Experience: Demonstrable clinical experience in an NHS practice Active in clinical dental practice Broad experience in a wide range of treatments Education experience (Desirable) Skills: First class clinical skills Team player who plans ahead and is well organised Excellent communication Ability to provide concise explanations and clear direction and guidance IT Skills including use of clinical software systems, such as R4 (or similar electronic patient record system and Microsoft Office packages Willing to work to academic standards and be involved in quality assurance Behaviours Professionalism Flexibility A team player Other: This job description provides a general reflection of the key accountabilities associated with the post, it is expected that the role holder will undertake any other reasonable activities to assist in efficient service delivery. This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and his/her manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting. Normal working hours are 0845 to 1700 Monday to Friday, however on occasions to meet business need you will be required to work revised hours, typically between 0800 and 1800. The Working Time Regulations apply to all employees of Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (CIC) In particular Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise (CIC) will not permit staff in all employments to work in excess of 48 hours in any one week except where there are exceptional service needs where an absolute limit of averaging over a reference period of 17 weeks would apply. All staff are required to positively support equality of opportunity and equity of treatment to colleagues and students in accordance with our Equality and Diversity Policy.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable clinical experience in an NHS practice Active in clinical dental practice Broad experience in a wide range of treatments Education experience (Desirable)

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

Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC

Address

Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise

Treliske

Truro

Cornwall

TR1 3HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Join Thorford Park Hospital in Thatcham as a Maintenance Assistant where you will be part of creating a well- presented and safe environment for some of the most vulnerable people in society.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for ensuring the services facilities are fit for purpose, gardening and will regularly conduct audits to identify and repair any faults ensuring a safe environment for service users, staff and visitors.

Working alongside an established team, you will turn your hand to all maintenance-related tasks, liaising with contractors to support the upkeep of the service.

You’ll receive all necessary training to get you started and join the dedicated team, where you can make a positive difference and be part of changing lives for the better. There’s also a huge range of courses on offer to help grow and develop your career. If you have the aspiration, capability and dedication, Elysium Healthcare can give you the support and opportunities to help you achieve your career goals.

As a Maintenance Assistant you will be:

• Assisting with ensuring that the service, buildings, facilities and equipment requirements are maintained and fit for purpose
• Utilising good DIY skills to ensure safety of service users is maintained
• Assisting in regular checks and maintenance
• Assisting in the repair and maintenance of all buildings
• Assisting in all decorating
• Liaising with a manager reporting all faults and defects
• Participating in a 1 week retaining on-call rota for the purposes of emergency maintenance
• Coordinating and supporting contractors whilst on site and completing of all paperwork and tool checks

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Comply with system and procedures
• Have previous experience within a maintenance role
• Work effectively as part of a team and independently
• Show courtesy and respect to residents at all times to ensure that they enjoy the highest quality of service
• Attend and participate in training sessions and staff meetings

Where you will be working:

Thornford Park Hospital is a 141 bed hospital set within 21 acres of Berkshire countryside, offering a seamless care pathway across medium and low secure services, psychiatric intensive care units (PICUs), and rehabilitation flats. The site supports men and women with complex Mental Health needs, Personality Disorders, Learning Disabilities, and Autism—often with histories of offending or previous placement challenges.

Services include:

• Medium & Low Secure Units for acute and long-term care
• PICUs for individuals in psychiatric crisis
• Older Adult Services with age-appropriate, holistic interventions
• Specialist Learning Disability & Autism Pathways with integrated secure settings and step-down flats

You’ll be part of a recovery-focused, multidisciplinary team helping people move safely toward greater independence. Thornford Park Hospital is easily accessible via Thatcham train station, with shuttle transport available.

What You’ll Get:

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,565 - £25,956 DOE
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• To be successful in this role, candidates should have previous experience within a maintenance role, demonstrate the ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently, comply with system and procedures, and show courtesy and respect to residents. Participation in training and staff meetings is also required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Thatcham

RG19 8ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working 37.5 hours across five days, you can join the catering team at Thornford Park Hospital as a Kitchen Assistant where unlike most kitchen environments, you will not be under heavy pressure and stress.

Reporting to the Head Chef, you will support with preparing meals, maintaining a clean and safe working environment, and assist with deliveries.

It’s a calm and pleasurable working environment, where you’ll be able to manage your workload and develop your career. There’s also a great social aspect to this role where you can interact with people outside the kitchen regularly.

Just imagine… home in time for dinner every night. Two days off a week, and not stressed to the hilt.

As a Kitchen Assistant, you will be:

• Serving service users, staff and visitors with food and beverages
• Maintaining storage procedures and stock rotation
• Ensuring that all areas, equipment and furniture are cleaned and stored correctly
• Responsible for the departments cleaning chemicals and equipment

To be successful in this role, you'll need

• Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP
• Experience of working within similar role

Thornford Park Hospital is a 141 bed hospital set within 21 acres of Berkshire countryside, offering a seamless care pathway across medium and low secure services, psychiatric intensive care units (PICUs), and rehabilitation flats. The site supports men and women with complex Mental Health needs, Personality Disorders, Learning Disabilities, and Autism—often with histories of offending or previous placement challenges.

Services include:

• Medium & Low Secure Units for acute and long-term care
• PICUs for individuals in psychiatric crisis
• Older Adult Services with age-appropriate, holistic interventions
• Specialist Learning Disability & Autism Pathways with integrated secure settings and step-down flats

You’ll be part of a recovery-focused, multidisciplinary team helping people move safely toward greater independence. Thornford Park Hospital is easily accessible via Thatcham train station, with shuttle transport available.

What You’ll Get:

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,565
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and onsite free parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge of COSHH and HACCP. Experience of working within similar role.

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

Elysium Healthcare

Address

Elysium Healthcare

Thatcham

RG19 8ET

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See Job Description for further details.

Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.

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

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

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.

If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.

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

Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules

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

Good luck with your application.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• A knowledge of Infection Control Policies/procedures
• Computer Literate
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively

Desirable

• Previous phlebotomy experience
• Previous experience in the healthcare setting
• Use of Cerner/EPR

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to learn phlebotomy techniques
• Ability to communicate in a polite and courteous manner and able to demonstrate an empathetic nature to patients.
• Ability to work well within a team and communicate effectively
• Ability to communicate with patients at varying levels of understanding

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE's Grade C and above or equivalent including English and Science

Desirable

• Accredited training course in phlebotomy e.g. geopace

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

Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Countess of Chester Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1UL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Post is rotational throughout Maternity Services, providing care to women during pregnancy, labour/birth and the postnatal period. To be responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate midwifery care for women, babies and families within their care. To exercise accountability as set out in the NMC Code, ensuring that professional standards are always maintained. To support, supervise and contribute to the development of students, newly-qualified midwives and colleagues, acting as a positive role model. Support the shift leader or Team Leader to ensure organisational goals/objectives are met. To ensure clear and effective communication with all members of the multi disciplinary team. To comply with the Trust's vision, values and behavioural compact.

PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current UK NMC Registration as a Midwife or be in the final year of an approved UK pre-registration Midwifery programme with eligibility for NMC registration upon qualification.
• Degree in Midwifery or recognised qualification accepted by the NMC for registration as a Midwife in the United Kingdom.

Desirable

• Management and leadership training or development programme.
• Practice Assessor/Practice Supervisor preparation or equivalent experience.

Experience

Essential

• Registered Midwife, including newly-qualified midwives.
• Experience of working effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, high-quality care.

Desirable

• Experience as a Band 6 Midwife.
• Evidence of contributing to service improvement, audit, quality improvement or innovation in practice.
• Experience of supporting students, newly-qualified midwives or colleagues in the clinical environment.

Physical Skills

Essential

• Ability to undertake clinical procedures safely and competently within own scope of practice.
• Ability to work across inpatient, community and rotational settings.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including prolonged periods of standing, walking, moving and handling.
• Ability to assist women and babies with moving and handling activities in accordance with Trust Moving and Handling policies and procedures.
• Able to meet the travel requirements of the role across hospital sites, community settings and other clinical locations as required.

Desirable

• Full UK driving licence.
• Access to a vehicle for work purposes, particularly for community-based duties.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrates sound knowledge of contemporary midwifery practice and evidence-based care.
• Maintains an up-to-date understanding of best practice, national policy and professional recommendations relevant to maternity services, ensuring these inform patient care and service delivery.
• Demonstrates a sound understanding of professional practice, scope of practice and professional accountability.
• Ability to communicate difficult or sensitive information clearly and professionally, providing support, reassurance, and guidance when required.
• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities for women, babies and families.
• Knowledge of risk management processes, incident reporting and learning from incidents to improve patient safety.
• Knowledge of personalised care principles and shared decision making within maternity services.
• Awareness of health inequalities and their impact on maternity outcomes, with an understanding of approaches to delivering equitable and inclusive care.
• Competent in the use of electronic patient record systems, digital technologies and IT packages relevant to maternity services.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively within own scope of practice.

Desirable

• Experience and confidence in the Practice Assessor and/or Practice Supervisor role.
• Knowledge of quality improvement, audit and service development methodologies.
• Awareness of current national maternity drivers, including maternity safety and quality improvement initiatives.
• Evidence of participation in practice development, service improvement or leadership activities.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trust Headquarters

Sunderland Royal Hospital

Sunderland

SR4 7TP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the Job Description and other supporting documents.

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Primary clinical healthcare qualification
• Employed as a Consultant with a NHS (or equivalent) provider in the South West
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development (example: educator courses, Train the trainer, etc)

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Considerable experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in service and education

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrable leadership skills and an ability to influence and motivate others
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England

Address

NHSE Office in South West Region

Flexible across the South West Region

BS1 6AG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe main responsibilities of the post include the following:

Clinical Services To provide information, advice and guidance on the safe, effective and economical use of medicines and to challenge poor practice. To clinically validate and prescribe (if qualified, competent and registered on the Trust Non-Medical Prescribers register) medicines to ensure patients are safely treated and have access to medicines in hospital and for discharge in a timely manner To maintain appropriate standards of service and safety; to enforce guidelines, policies and procedures to ensure standards are met. To fulfil the requirements of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Good Professional Practice. To optimise medicines management by reconciling drug histories, performing medication reviews, using patients own medicines, counselling and ensuring continuity of care on discharge. To detect, record and report adverse drug reactions to the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) and via Datix as per Trust Policy. To monitor pharmacy interventions and Datix reports to identify training and information needs To identify and implement service improvements To lead and support on the auditing of medicines and prescribing To implement countywide and local prescribing strategies within the Trust. Facilitate the expansion of the tools within EPMA. Support the development and implementations of medicine related guidance, policies and procedures within medicine and urgent care Support the process for new medicines being integrated into the Trust by Formulary submissions. To undertake validation duties in the dispensary. To supervise, check and, if necessary, undertake the supply of medicines. Technical checking is in place; pharmacists make initial validations and have a professional responsibility to decide on the need for their further involvement in the supply process.

Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Role To lead and develop practice and protocols and how these relate to national and other guidance. To optimise medicines through prescribing role operating within areas of competence (where appropriately qualified and authorised via the Trust NMP register). Provide a specialist clinical pharmacy service to the specialist area. To deputise for the Principal Pharmacist, Medicine and Urgent Care and support other Advanced Pharmacists within this division To provide Advice and Guidance for other pharmacists or other healthcare professionals To demonstrate an understanding of relevant pharmacy services priorities and contribute to the implementation of these priorities Develop and submit relevant business cases Requirement to undertake and support in project work To liaise with High Cost Pharmacy team in relation to biologics and the provision of the service To work across organisational boundaries (primary, secondary, community) to improve integration and reduce variation e.g. to work alongside tertiary care centre in the initiation and continuation of biologics; work alongside primary care in their formulary Leads the development and redesign of services and clinical pathways in collaboration with stakeholders, using data, evaluation, feedback, and workforce insight to inform decisions, and works across organisational boundaries to deliver measurable improvements in patient care and outcomes.

Education, Training and Supervision Act as a role model to the pharmacy team, including supporting junior pharmacist to achieve their objectives Attend clinical pharmacy meetings and education/training schemes relevant to post. To take part in formal and informal education of pharmacy staff and other healthcare professionals To be a Designated Supervisor and /or Designated Prescribing Practitioner for pharmacists undertaking their prescribing course and to supervise aspects of foundation year trainee pharmacists training. To be a supervisor on the Clinical Pharmacy Diploma course. To line manage and lead those staff allocated, undertaking appraisals, supervision and identification of training and development of their skills and knowledge. To assist in the induction of staff into the service; to help identify training and development needs. To provide information to patients, parents, and carers on admission and at discharge regarding treatment and medication to optimise patient concordance, particularly if there is a need to overcome language or communication barriers. To maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge in clinical pharmacy and pharmacy practice to ensure a broad base of pharmaceutical knowledge, clinical reasoning and judgement. To take responsibility for own personal CPD by participating in education and training programmes to improve competence and to develop specialist expertise. To obtain/maintain prescribing qualification and support services and ward rounds as appropriate. To help provide the training for Technicians enhanced patient counselling skills and Medicines Management Technician training. Designs, delivers and evaluates education for multi-professional teams, including inhaler technique, guideline updates, and complex case-based learning. Disseminates findings from audit and quality improvement projects at a local level, sharing learning to inform practice and improve patient outcomes; contributes to wider dissemination through presentations or publications where appropriate. Promotes a culture of learning by sharing insights from incidents, best practices, prescribing trends; linking outcomes to audit and research initiatives to drive continuous improvement.

Financial To be responsible for the co-ordinated advice to the Directorate to effectively manage expenditure on medicines, including tariff medicines, excluded medicines, prior approvals, individual funding requests etc. To horizon scan for new medicines likely to be excluded from the tariff and to advise on clinical and budgetary impact. To produce appropriate reports documenting the use and expenditure of medicines to evaluate trends and variations in prescribing in order to develop and implement policies aimed at containing expenditure and realising savings. To identify and manage medicine/pharmacy Quality/Innovation/Productivity/Prevention (QIPP) Schemes, including Cost Improvement Programme (CIP) Schemes within the Directorate to ensure this is coordinated within the Pharmacy and Trust. To be an authorised signatory for Pharmacy to commit expenditure via the Trusts Standing Financial Instructions and delegated ordering system. To provide expert professional advice on high cost and excluded medicines to clinicians, managers, finance and commissioners

Audit and Research To monitor the use of FP10(HNCs) by the Directorate to ensure the best use of resources in the Emergency Department. To develop, undertake and initiate clinical audit and practice research, drug use reviews, new drug evaluations to improve the quality of the Pharmacy Services. To guide and support others undertaking research audit and service improvements e.g., Trainee Pharmacists or Diploma Pharmacists. To record, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of pharmaceutical interventions and contributions to ward rounds and Directorate. To analyse and undertake root cause analysis of medication incidents

Other Duties To undertake duties elsewhere in the locality, if required. To undertake on call duties To provide a pharmacy service at weekends

Person Specification

Education, Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Pharmacy Degree, MPharm or BPharm
• Independent prescribing or willing to work towards Independent Prescribing qualification
• Registered with General Pharmaceutical Council
• Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent
• Mandatory CPD Portfolio

Desirable

• MSc in Clinical Pharmacy
• Member of Royal College of Pharmacy
• Formal Management training
• Diploma Tutor accreditation

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Extensive operational experience at a Senior Hospital Pharmacist level, demonstrating a high degree of autonomy
• Experience of supporting Divisional Pharmacist or equivalent, to include financial expenditure reporting, formulary application, guideline writing
• Experience with working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Teaching, supervising and training staff

Desirable

• Experience of practice research or audits

Skills

Essential

• Demonstrates a level of clinical reasoning, problem solving and judgement
• IT skills with Word, Excel
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Department has a commitment to the career progression of Career Grade Doctors and skills required for specialist aspects of the post which will be developed within the post, particularly working towards passing the MRCS examination if not already held

The post would suit a surgeon who has worked at foundation or core surgical training grade for at least 2 years who wishes to continue to maintain and gain experience in a variety of general surgical specialties. The successful applicant will provide a clinical service at FY2-ST1 level, working closely with the Senior Clinical Fellows/Deanery trainees, Clinical Fellows/CTs and Foundation doctors under the supervision of the Consultants.

The successful applicant will participate in the general surgery 1:8 resident on-call full shift rota. We have had excellent feedback regarding the training opportunities in emergency surgery that this rota provides.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration and License to Practice
• MB BS or equivalent

Desirable

• MRCS or equivalent
• PhD / MS / MD / MSc

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Minimum 2 years' experience within General Surgery at foundation or core training level.
• Previous experience working on emergency general surgery Rota

Desirable

• Previous UK experience

Clinical Audit/Research

Essential

• Experience of clinical audit
• Demonstrable understanding and acceptance of the principles of Clinical Governance

Desirable

• Peer reviewed publications
• Research experience

Teaching Experience

Essential

• Willingness to teach all grades of professional multidisciplinary team

Desirable

• Experience of Under and Postgraduate teaching

Management and Administrative Experience

Essential

• Willingness to participate in clinical management

Desirable

• Involvement in development of local guidelines and protocols.

Other attributes

Essential

• Desire to continue personal development
• Effective communicator, able to work in a close-knit team and co-operate with all medical and paramedical staff
• Familiarity with information technology and general computer skills
• Professional attitude towards work; reliability, good record of attendance and tidy personal appearance

Desirable

• Evidence of leadership and team building
• Evidence of adaptability and flexibility
• Creative and innovative

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Stadium Road

London

SE18 4QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RSA /OCR level 2 or equivalent experience
• GCSE/O Level Maths & English Grade C or above
• IT qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Welsh Speaking

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of a range of administrative processes
• Experience of working in a busy office environment

Desirable

• Experience of working within the NHS

Skills

Essential

• Proficient in use of Microsoft office applications
• Experienced in planning organising and prioritise own workload
• Ability to take and transcribe succinct minutes
• Ability to deal with sensitive information

Desirable

• Experienced in planning, organising and prioritising own workload.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

DECLO Office, Colwyn Bay Community Hospital

204 Abergele Road

Colwyn Bay

LL29 8AN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Maintaining and monitoring the appointment and IT systems

1. Inputting patient clinic outcome into WPAS (Patient Administration System)
2. Taking messages and passing on information
3. Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with Health Board procedures
4. Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team members and associated healthcare agencies and providers

5. Provide clerical assistance to staff as required from time to time, including word/data processing, photocopying, scanning and updating statistical information as required

6. Scanning documents as and when required

7. Keeping the reception area, notice boards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutter.

8. This job description is not an exhaustive task list, but reflects the main areas of responsibility and authority of the post

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

• GCSE'S C and above in English and Maths or equivalent experience.
• NVQ Level 2 in Administration or equivalent experience.
• IT qualification or equivalent level of experience using Microsoft packages
• RSA/OCR Level 2 or equivalent experience

Desirable

• ECDL
• AMSPAR-City & Guilds Level 3

Experience

Essential

• Experience of using a computer system (e.g. GP clinical IT system)
• Previous experience of working in a reception/office environment
• Experience of working with the general public

skills and Attributes

Essential

• Ability to input information onto a computer system with accuracy
• Ability to work in a busy environment, and deal with a number of different tasks simultaneously
• Ability to communicate tactfully with patients
• Ability to resolve issues 'on the spot' using own judgement
• Ability to multitask in a busy office environment
• An understanding of confidentiality involved with post
• Welsh Speaker

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Llandudno

Hospital Road

Llandudno

LL30 1LB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible in the care of post op patients in the Main Recovery and Day Theatre Recovery. The role includes:

Airway management

Pain management.

Management of PONV

Maintaining patients homeostasis.

Drug and IV fluid administration.

IV cannulation.

Hygiene and wound management.

Management of arterial line.

PCA / nerve catheter / epidural prescription and management

Temperature management.

Safe transfer of patients to wards and critical care.

Care of Level 2 (HDU) patients.

Care of paediatric patients.

Responsible for assisting anaesthetist in the Pain List which could involve wearing of lead apron.

Documentation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified ODP with HCPC registration or Qualified Nurse with NMC registration and relevant anaesthetic course

Desirable

• Mentorship course or willingness to undertake training within three months of appointment

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 years' experience working medicine or surgery at Band 5 level

Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to plan, problem solve and prioritise
• Awareness of clinical governance and risk management
• Computer literate

personal qualities

Essential

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work full 24/7 shift patterns (days, nights and weekends) according to service needs
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanour in pressurised or stressful situations

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Address

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

Queen Elizabeth Hospital

London

SE184QH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work alongside the management team in assisting with the running of the Bromley GP Alliance services.

• Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors.

• Manage general enquiries and explain procedures.
• Undertake a wide range of administrative duties ensuring information is managed correctly, filed and followed up accordingly.
• Enter patient information on to the computer as required
• Open premises at the start of the day when first to arrive, de-activate alarm and make all necessary preparations to receive patients. Check clinician rooms for prescription paper, forms and A4 paper in printer.
• Ensure waiting area is kept tidy.
• When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the building is totally secured, internal lights are off and the alarm activated.
• Ensure that all patients are registered onto the computer system promptly and accurately.
• Support the management team in training new staff when required
• Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the manager.

• Personal/Professional Development

  Participate in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility to maintain a record of own personal and/or professional development

  Participate in any training programme implemented by the management team

  Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

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

  Communication

  Communicate effectively with other team members.

  Communicate effectively with patients and carers.

  Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

  Ensure that no confidential communication takes place within hearing distance of patients.

  Demonstrate interpersonal skills when dealing with all levels of staff across the BGPA using persuasion, tact and reassurance where necessary.

  Manage all telephone calls related to the services, ensuring callers are communicated with in a sensitive and effective manner and problems are dealt with promptly and efficiently.

  Handle confidential patient material in a sensitive and discrete fashion in compliance with Bromley GP Alliance policy and procedure.

  To be able to influence, motivate and involve individuals and teams to reach necessary performance target expectations.

  Liaise with other departments and members of the Bromley GP Alliance and other organisations to ensure the smooth running of the office and to assisting the functioning of the team.

  The post holder is required to follow Bromley GP Alliance policies and procedures which are regularly updated including:

  Confidentiality / Data Protection / Freedom of Information

  Post holders must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with the Data Protection Act of 1998. Post holders must not, without prior permission, disclose any information regarding patients or staff. If any member of staff has communicated any such information to an unauthorised person those staff will be liable to dismissal. Moreover, the Data Protection Act 1998 also renders an individual liable for prosecution in the event of unauthorised disclosure of information. Following the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2005, post holders must apply the Bromley GP Alliances FOI procedure if they receive a written request for information.

  Equal Opportunities

  Post holders must always fulfil their responsibilities regarding the Bromley GP Alliances Equal Opportunities Policy and equality laws.

  Health and Safety

  All post holders have a responsibility, under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and subsequently published regulations, to ensure that the Trusts health and safety policies and procedures are complied with to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.

  Infection Control

  All post holders have a personal obligation to act to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs). They must complete mandatory training in Infection Control and be compliant with all measures required by the Trust to reduce HCAIs. All post holders must comply with the Bromley GP Alliance infection screening and immunisation policies as well as be familiar with the Trusts Infection Control Policies, including those that apply to their duties, such as Hand Decontamination Policy, Personal Protective Equipment Policy, safe procedures for using aseptic techniques and safe disposal of sharps.

  Risk Management

  All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly. They are expected to be familiar with the Trusts use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting system for learning from mistakes and near misses to improve services. Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager or stated by the Trust to be mandatory.

  Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

  Post holders have a general responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.

  Smoking Policy

  It is the Trusts policy to promote health. Smoking, therefore, is actively discouraged. It is illegal within Trust buildings and vehicles.

  Review of this Job Description

  This job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a busy Receptionist/Administrative role.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a receptionist role in a healthcare organisation.

Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with professionals at all levels.
• Ability to work on own initiative, without supervision and to prioritise own workload.
• Ability to work under pressure in potentially stressful situations.
• Ability to work as a team.
• Ability to learn new systems.

Skills

Essential

• Good computer literacy skills including knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent grammar, spelling and punctuation.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Good organisational skills.

Desirable

• Previous experience of using EMIS/AccuRx

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Must be flexible/ available evenings, weekends & bank holidays
• Ability to work on own initiative, without supervision and to prioritise own workload.
• Ability to work as a team.

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level grade C/4 or above in Maths and English.

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

Bromley GP Alliance Ltd

Address

Bromley GP Alliance

Kelsey Park Farmhouse

379 Croydon Road

Beckenham

Kent

BR3 3QL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Spire Healthcare, Dunedin | Reading | Scrub- Nurse/ODP | Theatre | Competitive rates | Flexible working | Spire Dunedin Hospital is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Scrub Nurse or Operating Department Practitioner (ODP) to join our dynamic Theatre Team on a Bank basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside some of the region's most respected Consultants, supporting a wide range of surgical specialties within a professional and patient-focused environment. As part of our Theatre Team, you will play a key role in delivering excellent clinical care whilst enjoying the flexibility of bank work. Duties and Responsibilities: The Hospital covers a wide variety of surgical procedures:

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC/HCPC registration with no restriction on practice

Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Operating Department Practitioner with at least 2 years scrub experience

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

Spire Healthcare Ltd

Address

16 Bath Road

Reading

RG1 6NS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The appointee will be based at The Christie and will provide senior input to wards and an outpatient clinic.

Clinical Provide specialist gastroenterology and nutrition input for inpatients and outpatientsrequiring complex nutrition support, including cancer-related intestinal failure, complex enteral feeding, and parenteral nutrition. Provide specialist input into the assessment and management of patients requiring artificial nutrition support, including parenteral nutrition (PN) and complex enteral feeding. Undertaking outpatient clinics (OPC) for patients on home parenteral nutrition, ensuring continuity of care and prevention of avoidable admissions. Lead two ward rounds (WR) and multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings within the Nutrition Support Team. Support shared care models with regional centres (e.g. Salford) to optimise patient pathways. Manage complex PN nutrition-related complications, including line sepsis, liver disease,fluid/electrolyte imbalance, and gastrointestinal failure. Actively contribute to multidisciplinary team meetings, collaborating with dietitians, nurses, pharmacists, oncology, palliative care, and other relevant specialties to ensure coordinated patient care Maintain effective communication and coordination with the patient's parent Team, ensuring shared decision-making and seamless care planning for complex artificial nutrition support. Support oncology and other clinical teams in ethical, patient-centered, and evidence-based decision-making for complex artificial nutrition support cases, including end-of-life care considerations Provide consultant-level advice to other clinical teams within the Trust. Ensure safe initiation and monitoring of parenteral and complex enteral nutrition. To support decision making in appropriateness for home PN and providing support and advice to medical teams for palliative and EOL patients.

Leadership & Service Development Contribute to the strategic development of the Nutrition Support Service in line with national guidance (e.g. BAPEN, NICE). Be an active member of the trust Nutrition Steering Committee. Promote and monitor standards of complex nutritional care for cancer and intestinal failure patients. Strengthen governance, audit, and quality improvement processes within the NST service. Provide leadership in decision-making around artificial nutrition in patients with advanced cancer, ensuring decisions are evidence-based, ethical, and aligned with patients values. Contribute to goals-of-care discussions, advance care planning, and end-of-life care decisions. Act as a source of specialist advice on ethical dilemmas related to artificial nutrition, capacity, and best-interest decision-making in collaboration with legal and ethics committees if required. Participate in the strategic planning of nutrition support services, including potential expansion into broader gastroenterology/later effects work. Engage with regional and national networks to promote best practice.

Education & Training Provide teaching on ethical principles in artificial nutrition support and complex decision-making Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate education programmes. Undertake CPD and maintain GMC revalidation.Research & Audit Contribute to the development, implementation, and review of policies, guidelines, and audit programs to ensure compliance with best practice standards. Engage with research activity in clinical nutrition and gastroenterology and support the development of research capacity and innovation within the team. Present and publish findings at local, national, and international level. Participate in or initiate research projects, and contribute to audit, service evaluation, and clinical research in nutrition and cancer. Develop and participate in clinical trials and translational research related to artificial nutrition, cancer cachexia, and survivorship.Governance & Professional Standards Participate in annual appraisal, job planning, and revalidation. Comply with Trust and GMC standards on clinical governance, risk management, safeguarding, and data protection. Maintain continuing professional development in line with Royal College of Physicians guidance. Uphold equality, diversity, and inclusion principles in clinical and educational practice.Office Equipment & Secretarial Support The role will have a consultant office within our Supportive Oncology Directorate, shared with a colleague from Endocrinology. The role will also have access to secretary based within Dietetics and Nutrition. Any role specific clinical equipment required for the Gastroenterologist will be purchased as required. The consultant will be issued Trust laptop.

Continuing Professional Development (CPD)The Trust supports the requirements for CPD as laid down by the GMC and royal colleges and is committed to providing time and financial support for these activities.

Job PlanningThe job plan outlines the requirements of the post and may be altered by joint agreement with the Divisional Clinical Director and Service Manager and in response to service needs. Job Plans are prospectively agreed subject to an annual individual job plan review (May September). It is expected that the initial Job Plan discussion will take place within the first six months of employment at the Trust and then be aligned to the Trusts annual Job Planning review cycle.

The annual review will examine all aspects of the job plan (including any educational and supervision components) and will also include an assessment of professional development with defined goals for the future. For more information refer to the Terms and Conditions section of this Job Description and also the Trusts Job Planning Policy

The consultant job plan will include a combination of Direct Clinical Care (DCC) and Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) delivered across the 7day week.

Weekend working will consist of programmed clinical activities that are jobplanned, scheduled in advance, and reviewed annually through the job planning process.

The pattern and timing of weekday and weekend programmed activities will be agreed on appointment and subsequently reviewed through the annual job planning cycle, taking account of service needs and consultant preferences.

Essential Training/Mandatory TrainingTo ensure you maintain safe practice and understand Trust requirements, you must ensure your essential/mandatory training modules are maintained at all times using allocated core SPA time to complete them.

On call CommitmentsThis role does not require participation in the on-call rota.

The OPC includes review and coordination with regional centres (e.g., Salford) to manage home PN patients and prevent avoidable admissions. SPA time includes preparation for MDT, clinical governance, ethical case review, and research/education activities. The remaining PA time can be flexible to accommodate urgent clinical needs, additional late effects work, or service development.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCP
• GMC registration with a license to practice.
• Entry on the General Medical Council (GMC) specialist register via one of the following: Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) (the proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview). Certificate of Eligibility for Specialist Registration (CESR).

Desirable

• Higher degree (MD/PHD) in gastroenterology, nutrition or related field
• Qualifications in oncology

Research / Publications

Essential

• Participation in relevant research in the field of nutrition/ oncology

Desirable

• Publication in Peer reviewed journals, active research in nutrition / gastroenterology

Training

Essential

• Broad Training in nutrition including enteral and parenteral nutrition and gastroenterology

Desirable

• Training in oncology patients

Experience

Essential

• Experience in clinical nutrition, enteral and parenteral nutrition; MDT experience in tertiary / specialist setting
• Knowledge and experience of ethical decision-making in artificial nutrition and end-of-life care.
• Experience of working in acute setting Clinical leadership
• Evidence of audit, quality improvement and governance participation
• Evidence of teaching and clinical supervision

Desirable

• Experience in Cancer related nutrition or intestinal failure

Personal skills

Essential

• Team working
• communication skills
• commitment to patient centred care
• Evidence of clinical leadership skills
• Ability to work under pressure, self motivated, able to motivate a team, enthusiastic and professional demeanor

Desirable

• Leadership in national societies, member of BAPEN

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

The Christie NHS FT

Address

Endocrinology Medical - E00252

Manchester

M20 4BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Receiving patients, consulting with members of the practice team.
• Processing prescription requests from patients, dealing with prescriptions queries from patients and pharmacies.
• Be able to cover all reception positions as necessary.
• Taking messages and passing on information.
• Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, telephone consultations and home visits and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional.
• Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail.
• Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team members and associated healthcare agencies and providers.
• Ensure that system is operational at the beginning of each day and switched over to night service and that the answer phone is operational at the end of each day.
• Filing and retrieving paperwork.
• Keeping the reception area and notice boards tidy and free from obstructions and ensuring patient information and leaflets are well stocked.

• Scanning clinical correspondence onto SystmOne.

APPOINTMENT SYSTEM MANAGEMENT

• Maintaining and monitoring the practice and extended access appointments system including booking/amending and cancelling appointments, ensuring sufficient and accurate information is recorded.
• Monitor effectiveness of the system and report any problems or variations required.

CONSULTATION ROOM PREPARATIONS

• Consulting rooms checked, prepared and re-stocked daily in readiness for each consulting session in accordance with Practice guidelines.
• Ensuring the practice is left tidy and secure and rooms are checked and re-stocked in line with Practice guidelines at the end of each day.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Works effectively independently and as a member of a team
• Flexible approach to meet service needs and ensure a
• Practicer focused response
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Continued commitment to improve skills and ability in new areas of work
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Desirable

• Works effectively independently and as a member of a team
• Flexible approach to meet service needs and ensure a
• Practicer focused response
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Continued commitment to improve skills and ability in new areas of work
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSEs at grade C or equivalent, including English and Maths
• Training in administration/clerical duties at NVQ level or above
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Customer Services or Health Care or related discipline

Desirable

• GCSEs at grade C or equivalent, including English and Maths
• Training in administration/clerical duties at NVQ level or above
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Customer Services or Health Care or related discipline

Employer details

Employer name

The Menston and Guiseley Practice

Address

Menston & Guiseley Practice

44 Park Road

Guiseley

Leeds

LS20 8AR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a defined caseload, undertaking comprehensive occupational therapy assessments and developing, implementing and reviewing individualised treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based, person-centred interventions to support individuals with FND, ABI and other complex neurological needs.
• Use appropriate occupational therapy assessment tools to monitor progress, evaluate outcomes and adapt interventions to meet individual needs.
• Work collaboratively as an active member of the multidisciplinary team (MDT), contributing to effective rehabilitation planning and the delivery of holistic care.
• Maintain accurate, timely and comprehensive clinical records, ensuring all interventions and patient outcomes are appropriately documented.
• Provide clinical guidance, supervision and support to junior colleagues, contributing to their professional development and the overall effectiveness of the therapy team.
• Promote a positive, therapeutic environment that supports independence, engagement and meaningful participation in daily activities.
• Participate in clinical supervision, reflective practice and ongoing professional development, ensuring practice remains in line with current clinical standards and organisational policies.

What to look forward to:

• 25 days plus bank holidays
• Birthday off
• Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Benefits Hub giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
• Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registration

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a neurological rehabilitation or complex care setting.
• Strong assessment, treatment planning and clinical reasoning skills.
• The ability to work autonomously while contributing effectively to a wider MDT.
• Experience supporting, supervising or mentoring junior colleagues.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, flexible and person-centred approach to rehabilitation.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining high standards of clinical practice.

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

Active Care Group

Address

Sheridan Close

Lincoln

Lincolnshire

LN2 4JX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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