Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder(s) will join a well-structured Critical Care department that is renowned for providing high quality training for resident staff and delivering a multi-professional service to patients with excellent clinical outcomes. The post holder will be required to contribute to the ongoing activities of the department, including undergraduate and postgraduate education and audit data collection. Candidates must have appropriate clinical training and expertise in the management of the critically ill adult to the standards specified by the Faculty of Intensive Care Medicine. Extensive experience of organ support techniques is expected.

Please see the attached job description for full and further details including a sample job plan.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full GMC Registration
• Entry onto the Specialist Register via CCT in ICM or CESR in ICM (proposed CCT date must be within 6 months of interview)
• Higher Qualification in Critical Care Medicine
• FFICM or European Diploma in ICM
• For split posts with Anaesthetics; CCT in Anaesthetics or CESR in Anaesthetics (proposed CCT date within 6 months of interview)

Desirable

• Formal ECHO/Ultrasound trainer & qualifications

Special interest

Essential

• Experience and training in intensive care medicine to the levels set for CCT (or equivalent training) by FICM
• Experience of ICU Outreach working
• Knowledge and clinical experience of treatment escalation planning.

Desirable

• Knowledge and clinical experience of anaesthetics/ICM commensurate with working at consultant level
• Specialist knowledge of data science as applied to critical care

Teaching

Essential

• Evidence of effective teaching & training skills

Desirable

• Formal teaching qualification
• Life support instructor

Research

Essential

• Ability to appraise evidence and to undertake relevant research

Desirable

• An interest in research as evidenced by publications relevant to critical care
• PhD

Communication skills

Essential

• Knowledge and skills in various techniques and procedures appropriate for intensive care and the critically ill patient
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and patients

Aware of national policies, quality initiatives

Essential

• Familiarity with UK Critical Care Standards as outlined in GPICS

Desirable

• Familiarity with Critical Care Networks

Management ability

Essential

• Knowledge of NHS developments around critical care including Commissioning.
• Evidence of the ability to lead a team
• Commitment to effective departmental management

Desirable

• Experience of ICU budgeting.

Audit

Essential

• Evidence of completion of audit and quality improvement projects leading to improved clinical care

Desirable

• Familiarity with ICNARC data collection & reporting

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Dermatology department is actively involved in clinical research and regularly participates in international clinical trials. The Surgery & Cancer ICSU is keen to extend its research programme into the field of dermatology and will assist in applying for research grants where appropriate. We have a dedicated Research Team in the Trust that assists with clinical trials. It is of particular importance to the hospital that the postholder fosters excellent collaborative working relationships with local GPs, both individually and through the CCG

The postholder should be willing to assist and support the expansion of Teledermatology services. There is therefore the opportunity to include adult/paediatric Teledermatology in the job plan depending on service need. Teledermatology is currently open to routine referrals only, and will eventually become the main routine referral pathway for Dermatology patients in NCL. The paediatric teledermatology service is currently being run as a pilot open to selected local primary care practices.

We offer general Dermatology clinics and a range of specialist clinics including:

Two Week Wait Skin Cancer Clinics including dermatological surgery run by Dr Taghipour, Dr Esdaile, Dr Duhovic, and Dr Kravvas.

A Vulval clinic in conjunction with The Department for Womens Health (for female genital skin problems) run by Dr Taghipour and Miss Michelle Mooy

Paediatric dermatology clinic

An Immunobullous clinic (blister clinic) run by Dr Taghipour

A Patch test clinic - run by Dr Duhovic

A Keloid injection clinic run by Sister Bridget Akwa-Otu and Lianta Downes

A Biologics clinic for psoriasis patients run by Dr Kravvas

A Roaccutane clinic

The Related Specialties

a) There is close working relationship with the Paediatric Department where we hold weekly outpatient clinics.

b) We work closely with the Histopathology department (based at ULCH). A joint multi-disciplinary team (MDT) meeting and clinical-pathological meeting takes place on the second, fourth and fifth Thursdays of each month and these are attended by the Dermatology team, Histopathologist (UCLH), Radio-oncology Team (UCLH), and an MDT co-ordinator.

c) The vast majority of skin cancer surgery is managed in-house by the department. However, Plastic Surgery and Radiotherapy services are provided by the Royal Free Hospital and UCLH respectively, as required.

See the attached job description for full and further details

Person Specification

Full GMC Registration

Essential

• Full GMC Registration

Desirable

• An appropriate higher degree (eg. An MD, PhD or equivalent).

Wide range of skills and knowledge of dermatology

Essential

• Wide range of skills and knowledge of dermatology techniques and procedures appropriate to the services and complementary to the existing team Paediatric Dermatology

Desirable

• An enthusiasm to safely develop new skills and techniques to enhance the dermatology service Experience of setting up and running specialist paediatric dermatology clinics.

An interest and proven ability to teach

Essential

• An interest and proven ability to teach medical students, junior medical staff and non -medical staff

Desirable

• An understanding of current issues in medical education Possession of a teaching qualification/ attendance at a recognised teaching course

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main responsibilities of the job

o Operating lists in main theatre/day case

o Colposcopy clinics

o Outpatient hysteroscopy

o Gynaecology/ Suspected Cancer Clinic

o Oncology clinic

o Attendance & Documentation at MDT meetings

o Review of results to meet Faster Diagnosis Standard

o Referral Triage

o Audit

see job description for full information

Person Specification

Education/ Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• MRCOG or equivalent
• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification

Desirable

• CCT/CCST or equivalent

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Experience at ST5+ level or equivalent

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• An awareness of changes and development within the NHS
• The ability to organise and prioritise a busy 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).

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Health NHS Trust

Magdala Avenue

LONDON

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To carry a personal clinical caseload maintaining a high level of professional competence and to demonstrate developing clinical expertise with supervision.
2. To assess, differentially diagnose, plan and implement therapy for children with speech, language and/or communication difficulties on own caseload.
3. To work effectively with clients, carers, education staff and colleagues around individual case management; providing advice, guidance and support as necessary and involving them in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible
4. To reflect on clinical practice; adequately identifying strengths & needs of clients, reviewing their response to therapy and providing evidence of sound clinical judgement.
5. To monitor and review the progress of children using evaluation/outcome measurement tools.
6. To adapt practice to meet individual client/carers circumstances, taking into account cultural and linguistic backgrounds.
7. To produce accurate, & detailed reports, therapy programmes, advice and information as necessary in a timely manner
8. To respond to the requirements of the Children and Families Act 2014 completing written advice which will contribute to Education, Health and Care assessments for children/young people who may have Special Educational Needs.
9. To support the effective transition of children between schools and other services as appropriate.
10. To refer children to other Health, Education or Social Services professionals as necessary.
11. To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with Home Visiting Safety Policy.

Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for further details

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma, Degree or MSC in Speech and Language Therapy
• HCPC and RCSLT Registration

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to assess and prioritise for therapy.
• Problem solving and Organisational skills
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to deal with distressed people in stressed situations
• A commitment to the challenge of the job

Desirable

• An ability to speak another language relevant to the Haringey population - especially Spanish, Turkish, Polish, Somali or a West African language

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children in clinics and running groups
• Experience of training others e.g. school staff/parents/carers
• Awareness of clinical governance reflected in day to day work
• Theoretical knowledge of AAC at undergraduate level e.g. symbols
• Knowledge of Child Protection guidelines
• Knowledge of the EHCP process

Other

Essential

• Ability to take majority of leave in school holidays

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Tynemouth Road Health Centre

Tynemouth Road

London

N15 4RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more detailed information, please read the job description linked below.

As a Trust we are keen to offer and encourage flexible working opportunities to address health and wellbeing and work-life balance for our employees, this will have a positive impact on the care we provide.

Flexible working is part of a wider commitment to improve the quality and experience of working life and we recognise that it is a key contributor for the recruitment and retention of our employees.

We therefore support and encourage open conversations around a specific working pattern to suit your work-life balance or a multi-role career, if it works for you and works for the role, we'll do our best to make it happen.

Local flexible working arrangements are developed in partnership between the line manager and employee in order to ensure equality of access to flexible working, as far as practicable, regardless of role, shift pattern, team or pay, based on: patient/service user and staff experience, service delivery and work-life balance of colleagues.

We are committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.

We strongly value the different perspectives and ideas a diverse workforce brings to deliver better outcomes for our patients.We welcome applications irrespective of peoples age, disability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse/Health Visitor/School Nurse
• First Degree
• SCPHN Qualification

Experience

Essential

• Significantexperienceworkingina relevant community specialist area
• Evidence of Continuing professional development with relevant further qualifications.
• Involvement in planning and delivery of training packages
• Staff/Line management
• Substantial clinical experience of the health needs of children/young people and the health needs of looked after children
• Evidence of expertise in child protection
• Experienceinprovidingclinical supervision to CHILDREN IN CARE health professionals

Desirable

• Educated or working towards Master's level of expert practice

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Detailed knowledge of key statutory responsibilities and national policy regarding Children's Services, CHILDREN IN CARE and Safeguarding
• Experience in undertaking/supervising clinical audit and Quality Improvement.
• Substantial knowledge of multi agency and multi professional working
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Ability to be able to present information effectively in a format which is easily understood
• Able to work with senior managers and clinicians
• Leadership, negotiation skills and change management skills
• Use of financial expertise to bring about improvements in patient care
• Effective IT skills
• Critical appraisal skills
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and to deal with conflicting demands
• Able to motivate and drive improved performance with colleagues

Other

Essential

• Trustworthy and possessing integrity
• Flexible and adaptable
• Committed and determined
• Employing tact and diplomacy where required.
• Independent and self motivated

Desirable

• Personal credibility and presence

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Tynemouth Road Health Centre

24 Tynemouth Road

Tottenham

N15 4RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the job description and person specification in full to ensure you have all the skills required for the post.

• The post holder will work as part of the chemotherapy unit, under the supervision of registered nurses, and will support them by participating in the delivery of patient care.
• The post holder will be expected to be self-motivated and use their initiative when necessary.
• Carrying out phlebotomy and completion of routine vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose monitoring) once trained andassessed as competent and alerting registered staff promptly to any changes in a patient'scondition.
• Communicating clearly, effectively and sensitively with patients, families/carers and the wider multidisciplinary team, including providing reassurance and support to patients who may beanxious or distressed.
• Assisting qualified nurses with essential patient care and administrative tasks associated with patient care, in line with the Trust's policies and procedures.
• Maintaining accurate documentation and using electronic patient records appropriately following training.
• Working within infection control, safeguarding and confidentiality standards at all times.
• Maintaining a safe and clean environment for both patients and staff.
• Collecting chemotherapy and other medications from pharmacy.
• Delivering samples to the laboratory.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Maths and English level 1
• Completion of Care Certificate including completed practical booklet

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Demonstrates compassion for patients
• Ability to undertake phlebotomy on patients
• Demonstrates ability to record electrocardiogram
• Ability to alert trained staff of change in patients condition
• Demonstrates understanding of importance of maintaining privacy and dignity

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a team
• Demonstrable experience of working in a hospital setting
• Demonstrates understanding of own role within the team

Communication skills

Essential

• Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients, colleagues verbally and in writing
• Application form completed in full

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

NEWLY QUALIFIED TECHNICIANS ARE WELCOME APPLY - FULL TRAINING WILL BE PROVIDED

Key tasks will include the following:

To assist and supervise, to a high quality, the provision of a chemotherapy compounding service and ensure the safe accurate provision of supportive medication. To support the roles of and work under the supervision of the Chief Technician & Accountable Pharmacist.

Main duties

1. To assist in the provision of a safe, efficient and high-quality aseptic pharmacy service to the Trusts patients.
2. To assist in the provision of a safe, efficient and high-quality dispensing service of supportive medication.
3. To actively encourage the adherence to all procedures relating to aseptic services and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
4. To have an excellent working knowledge of all procedures, guidelines, and legislation.
5. To participate in the writing, review and update of Standard Operating Procedures and other Quality Assurance (QA) documentation.
6. To liaise with pharmacists, production staff and ward staff on a daily basis, to help regulate and manage workflow efficiently.
7. Participate in Pharmacy Team meetings as required.
8. To problem solve at short notice such as stock supply, staff issues, equipment failures, capacity planning whilst maintaining the day-to-day service efficiently and safely.

See Job Description and the Persons Specification for further details about the job role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ3
• Professional registration as a Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC (by start date)

Desirable

• ACPT and/or PAAP accreditation

Skills

Essential

• Able to work well in a team
• Able to train others
• Problem solving skills
• Computer/IT skills
• Clear and literate writing skills
• Attention to detail

Experience

Essential

• Recent hospital or aseptic unit experience
• Knowledge of cytotoxic handling
• Knowledge of efficient stock control e.g. stock rotation, ordering

Desirable

• Experience of manufacturing aseptically prepared products in an isolator, including validations
• Experience of working in a large multidisciplinary team

Knowledge

Essential

• Good knowledge of GMP
• Good knowledge of QA
• Awareness of the dangers associated with handling hazardous products

Desirable

• Understands the importance of quality issues

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Health NHS Trust

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Programme Manager will support the delivery of the Start Well Programme, a major transformation programme across North Central London to improve maternity, neonatal and paediatric services.

The postholder will lead the planning, coordination and delivery of designated programme workstreams, ensuring objectives are achieved within agreed timescales, scope and quality standards. They will work collaboratively with clinical, operational and system partners to manage programme plans, governance, risks, issues, dependencies and stakeholder engagement, ensuring effective programme delivery.

The role requires excellent programme and project management skills, with the ability to analyse complex information, manage competing priorities and influence a wide range of stakeholders. The postholder will contribute to service transformation by supporting governance, monitoring performance, managing programme documentation, facilitating meetings and workshops, and providing high-quality reports and advice to senior leaders and programme boards.

The Programme Manager will also support the Programme Director in financial monitoring, procurement, resource planning and benefits realisation, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, governance requirements and information governance standards.

Main responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and delivery of designated programme workstreams to achieve agreed objectives and milestones.
• Develop and maintain programme plans, monitoring progress and managing risks, issues, dependencies and benefits.
• Coordinate programme governance, including preparing reports, papers and updates for programme boards and senior stakeholders.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with clinical, operational and external stakeholders to support collaborative working across organisations.
• Analyse complex information and performance data to inform decision-making and provide recommendations to senior leaders.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagement activities, ensuring actions are tracked and delivered.
• Support the Programme Director with budget monitoring, procurement, resource planning and financial reporting.
• Maintain accurate programme documentation and ensure compliance with governance, information governance and organisational policies.
• Contribute to the successful implementation of service transformation, ensuring delivery is aligned with programme objectives, quality standards and best practice.

Person Specification

Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
• Project or programme management qualification (e.g. PRINCE2, MSP) or equivalent experience
• Evidence of continued professional development (CPD)
• Understanding of NHS structures and service transformation
• Knowledge of programme and project management approaches

Work Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing complex projects or workstreams in a multi-stakeholder environment
• Risk, issue and dependency management (RAID) and programme reporting
• Preparing reports, briefing papers and presentations
• Service redesign / transformation projects within healthcare or public sector
• Working collaboratively across organisations (e.g. Trusts, ICBs)

Desirable

• Experience of supporting or managing staff or project teams
• Experience of monitoring budgets and supporting value for money

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Analyse complex information and develop options and recommendations
• Planning and organisation across multiple workstreams
• Stakeholder engagement, including presenting complex or sensitive information
• Ability to influence and negotiate with stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and manage competing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
• Understanding of governance processes

Values & Behaviours

Essential

• Demonstrates ICARE values; collaborative and inclusive working
• Builds effective working relationships
• Adaptable and resilient in a changing environment
• Professional and credible approach

Desirable

• Awareness of organisational sensitivities

Effort Factors

Essential

• Concentration required across multiple priorities and deadlines
• Managing challenging situations and resistance to change

Other Requirements

Essential

• Commitment to professional development
• Ability to travel across NCL sites

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Health NHS Trust

Magdala Avenue, London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To demonstrate clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication difficulties in children and young people aged 4-19 years (+), providing appropriate specialist assessment and intervention and evaluating outcomes.

To carry a personal caseload and/or contribute to MDT therapy packages such as group therapy sessions or parent education sessions, maintaining a high level of professional competence and demonstrating clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of speech, language and communication problems associated with complex needs.

To make appropriate differential diagnoses and specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases.

To discuss diagnosis and potential outcomes with parents/carers and work collaboratively in decision making regarding referral on and intervention.

To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including statutory educational assessment.

To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions and staff development at a whole school level including joint target setting and outcome monitoring.

To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice

To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate the curriculum and develop communication friendly schemes of work.

To monitor and review the progress of children on the caseload and facilitate the development or modification of packages of care/targets as appropriate using evaluation/outcome measurement tools.

To manage and prioritise a caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc.

To work effectively as part of the MDT with clients, parents and/ or carers, and colleagues around individual case management; providing specialist advice, guidance and support as necessary and involving them in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible.

To demonstrate excellent communication skills and to maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of others, particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of a child or young persons difficulties and implications of the same.

To reflect on clinical practice; adequately identifying strengths & needs of clients, reviewing their response to therapy and providing evidence of clinical judgement including in cases which are complex and challenging.

To have an awareness of the needs of children and young people with dysphagia and assessment/ treatment approaches.

To be able to analyse conflicting information and provide clear guidance and detailed reports on CYP seen.

To promote awareness about speech and language therapy in Camden.

To facilitate and support education staff and families in providing appropriate communication environments to develop children and young peoples language and interaction skills.

To demonstrate knowledge and clinical effectiveness underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures.

To work closely with clients, carers and families, with empathy, tact, reassurance and active listening to fully discuss assessment results, treatment options, and agree a plan of management.

To communicate complex information to carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist.

To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children with special and complex needs and their carers, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same.

To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with Home Visiting/ Lone Working Safety Policy.

To contribute to clinical teams by discussing own and others input, ensuring a well-co-ordinated care plan that reflects the holistic needs of the child and their parents/carers.

To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, including sensitively managing initial complaints, and recognising and resolving potential breakdown or conflict when it occurs.

To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and /or carers to engage in therapy interventions, targets and outcomes.

To employ counselling skills with children, carers/families with highly complex needs.

To demonstrate the ability to manage children with behaviours that concern, including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the schools/settings.

To liaise regularly with Senior Management within the Complex Needs and Camden Service for Young People Teams, and also with the MDT team to agree and review effective service delivery to children and young people with complex needs.

To be aware of legal requirements relating to the provision of a speech and language therapy service.

To maintain up to date and accurate case notes and write reports reflecting specialist knowledge, ensuring that they meet departmental standards and are in line with local Trust Policy, and RCSLT professional standards.

To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in the education and health sector and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate.

To attend further training as necessary to maintain and further develop the skill and knowledge required of a SLT.

To keep up to date with current clinical developments through reading, attendance at courses, meetings and Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs).

To demonstrate understanding of the issues associated with clinical governance and their application to professional practice. This will include compliance with / adherence to, and implementation of service and service area and Trust policies, National and Local guidelines and RCSLT Professional and Clinical and Guidelines.

To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including: Safeguarding Children, SEN procedures, Working with Vulnerable Adults and other legal frameworks.

To contribute to the local Trusts systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others.

To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct.

To work participate in annual appraisal within a Professional Development Plan (PDP) at pre-determined intervals.

To have due regard for personal safety and that of CYP /carers, adhering to moving and handling regulations, restraining policies and ensure the safe positioning of self and others.

To reflect and adhere to infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal with specific issues related to client contact: for example exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions, encountered on a daily basis.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, training

Essential

• BSc. in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration to Practice
• Registered Member of RCSLT

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation/ training style for a range of audiences
• Being able to communicate complex, sensitive information

Experience

Essential

• Of working at a specialist level with clients with a range of speech, language and communication needs of different ages

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of a range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate the speech, language and communication skills of children with complex needs

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Swiss Cottage School

80 Avenue Road

London

NW8 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties

1. To demonstrate clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication difficulties in children and young people aged 0-19 years providing appropriate specialist assessment and intervention and evaluating outcomes.

2. To carry a personal caseload and/or contribute to MDT therapy packages such as group therapy sessions or parent education sessions, maintaining a high level of professional competence and demonstrating clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of speech, language and communication problems associated with complex needs.

3. To make appropriate differential diagnoses and specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases.

4. To discuss diagnosis and potential outcomes with parents/carers and work collaboratively in decision making regarding referral on and intervention.

5. To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including statutory educational assessment.

6. To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions and staff development at a whole school level including joint target setting and outcome monitoring.

7. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice

8. To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate the curriculum and develop communication friendly schemes of work.

9. To monitor and review the progress of children on the caseload and facilitate the development or modification of packages of care/targets as appropriate using evaluation/outcome measurement tools.

10. To manage and prioritise a caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc.

11. To work effectively as part of the MDT with clients, parents and/ or carers, and colleagues around individual case management; providing specialist advice, guidance and support as necessary and involving them in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible.

12. To demonstrate excellent communication skills and to maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of others, particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of a child or young persons difficulties and implications of the same.

13. To reflect on clinical practice; adequately identifying strengths & needs of clients, reviewing their response to therapy and providing evidence of clinical judgement including in cases which are complex and challenging.

14. To be able to analyse conflicting information and provide clear guidance and detailed reports on children seen.

15. To promote awareness about speech and language therapy in Camden.

16. To facilitate and support education staff and families in providing appropriate communication environments to develop children and young peoples language and interaction skills.

17. To demonstrate knowledge and clinical effectiveness underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures.

18. To work closely with clients, carers and families, with empathy, tact, reassurance and active listening to fully discuss assessment results, treatment options, and agree a plan of management.

19. To communicate complex information to carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist.

20. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children with special and complex needs and their carers, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same.

21. To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with Home Visiting/ Lone Working Safety Policy.

22. To contribute to clinical teams by discussing own and others input, ensuring a well-co-ordinated care plan that reflects the holistic needs of the child and their parents/carers.

23. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, including sensitively managing initial complaints, and recognising and resolving potential breakdown or conflict when it occurs.

24. To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and /or carers to engage in therapy interventions, targets and outcomes.

25. To employ counselling skills with children, carers/families with highly complex needs.

26. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with behaviours that concern, including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the schools/settings.

27. To liaise regularly with Senior Management within the Complex Needs and CDT, and also with the MDT team to agree and review effective service delivery to children and young people with complex needs.

28. To be aware of legal requirements relating to the provision of a speech and language therapy service.

29. To maintain up to date and accurate case notes and write reports reflecting specialist knowledge, ensuring that they meet departmental standards and are in line with local Trust Policy, and RCSLT professional standards.

30. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in the education and health sector and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate.

31. To attend further training as necessary to maintain and further develop the skill and knowledge required of a SLT.

32. To keep up to date with current clinical developments through reading, attendance at courses, meetings and Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs).

33. To demonstrate understanding of the issues associated with clinical governance and their application to professional practice. This will include compliance with / adherence to, and implementation of service and service area and Trust policies, National and Local guidelines and RCSLT Professional and Clinical and Guidelines.

34. To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including: Safeguarding Children, SEN procedures, Working with Vulnerable Adults and other legal frameworks.

35. To contribute to the local Trusts systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others.

36. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct.

37. To work participate in annual appraisal within a Professional Development Plan (PDP) at pre-determined intervals.

38. To have due regard for personal safety and that of children /carers, adhering to moving and handling regulations, restraining policies and ensure the safe positioning of self and others.

39. To reflect and adhere to infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal with specific issues related to client contact: for example exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions, encountered on a daily basis.

40. To assume delegated tasks as requested by line manager, including participation in working groups, policy development groups etc.

41. To contribute to Whittington Healths systems of clinical governance, responding to innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others

42. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct (e.g, attending team meetings, participating in in-service training, attending mandatory training, carrying out appropriate administrative duties etc).

43. To be able to be flexible within the service for Whittington Childrens Speech and Language Service and as required by the Speech and Language Therapy Services Manager, this may include a change in workplace.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, training

Essential

• BSc. in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration to Practice
• Registered Member of RCSLT

Desirable

• Successful completion of specialist post graduate study relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders e.g. DLD, SLCN, SEMH, ELKLAN etc.

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Of a specialist range of direct and indirect interventions relevant to communication demonstrating the evidence base for these approaches (where appropriate)

Desirable

• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation/ training style for a range of audiences

Experience

Essential

• Of a specialist range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate communication, speech & language skills relevant to communication and specific speech and language disorders

Desirable

• Experience of delivering training to a range of audiences e.g., teachers, teaching assistants and specialist education and health professionals
• Experience of working at a specialist level with pre-school children

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Kentish Town Health Centre

2 Bartholomew Rd London

London

NW5 2BX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To demonstrate clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of language and communication difficulties in children and young people aged 4-19 years (+), providing appropriate specialist assessment and intervention and evaluating outcomes.

2. To carry a personal caseload and/or contribute to MDT therapy packages such as group therapy sessions or parent education sessions, maintaining a high level of professional competence and demonstrating clinical expertise in the assessment, treatment and management of speech, language and communication problems associated with complex needs.

3. To make appropriate differential diagnoses and specialist clinical decisions on evidence from assessment of complex cases.

4. To discuss diagnosis and potential outcomes with parents/carers and work collaboratively in decision making regarding referral on and intervention.

5. To contribute to multi-agency assessment procedures as required, including statutory educational assessment.

6. To demonstrate an ability to implement interventions and staff development at a whole school level including joint target setting and outcome monitoring.

7. To use / apply specialist knowledge to inform sound clinical judgements/decision making for case management, developing clear care plans based on best practice

8. To demonstrate an understanding of how to develop and differentiate the curriculum and develop communication friendly schemes of work.

9. To monitor and review the progress of children on the caseload and facilitate the development or modification of packages of care/targets as appropriate using evaluation/outcome measurement tools.

10. To manage and prioritise a caseload under supervision, advising line manager on issues of service delivery including shortfall, service pressures etc.

11. To work effectively as part of the MDT with clients, parents and/ or carers, and colleagues around individual case management; providing specialist advice, guidance and support as necessary and involving them in the planning and prioritisation of care wherever possible.

12. To demonstrate excellent communication skills and to maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of others, particularly when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of a child or young persons difficulties and implications of the same.

13. To reflect on clinical practice; adequately identifying strengths & needs of clients, reviewing their response to therapy and providing evidence of clinical judgement including in cases which are complex and challenging.

14. To have an awareness of the needs of children and young people with dysphagia and assessment/ treatment approaches.

15. To be able to analyse conflicting information and provide clear guidance and detailed reports on CYP seen.

16. To promote awareness about speech and language therapy in Camden.

17. To facilitate and support education staff and families in providing appropriate communication environments to develop children and young peoples language and interaction skills.

18. To demonstrate knowledge and clinical effectiveness underpinned by current evidence based practice and outcome measures.

19. To work closely with clients, carers and families, with empathy, tact, reassurance and active listening to fully discuss assessment results, treatment options, and agree a plan of management.

20. To communicate complex information to carers, families and members of the multi-disciplinary team/other professions, ensuring that effective communication is achieved, particularly where barriers to understanding exist.

21. To maintain sensitivity at all times to the emotional needs of children with special and complex needs and their carers, in particular when imparting potentially distressing information regarding the nature of the clients difficulties and implications of the same.

22. To undertake home visits, as necessary, in compliance with Home Visiting/ Lone Working Safety Policy.

23. To contribute to clinical teams by discussing own and others input, ensuring a well-co-ordinated care plan that reflects the holistic needs of the child and their parents/carers.

24. To demonstrate good negotiation skills across a range of issues and situations, including sensitively managing initial complaints, and recognising and resolving potential breakdown or conflict when it occurs.

25. To demonstrate skills in motivating clients and /or carers to engage in therapy interventions, targets and outcomes.

26. To employ counselling skills with children, carers/families with highly complex needs.

27. To demonstrate the ability to manage children with behaviours that concern, including the application of appropriate management strategies as designated by the schools/settings.

28. To liaise regularly with Senior Management within the Complex Needs and Camden Service for Young People Teams, and also with the MDT team to agree and review effective service delivery to children and young people with complex needs.

29. To be aware of legal requirements relating to the provision of a speech and language therapy service.

30. To maintain up to date and accurate case notes and write reports reflecting specialist knowledge, ensuring that they meet departmental standards and are in line with local Trust Policy, and RCSLT professional standards.

31. To demonstrate knowledge of current policies and practice in the education and health sector and incorporate these into the model of working as appropriate.

32. To attend further training as necessary to maintain and further develop the skill and knowledge required of a SLT.

33. To keep up to date with current clinical developments through reading, attendance at courses, meetings and Clinical Excellence Networks (CENs).

34. To demonstrate understanding of the issues associated with clinical governance and their application to professional practice. This will include compliance with / adherence to, and implementation of service and service area and Trust policies, National and Local guidelines and RCSLT Professional and Clinical and Guidelines.

35. To develop a working knowledge of relevant procedures including: Safeguarding Children, SEN procedures, Working with Vulnerable Adults and other legal frameworks.

36. To contribute to the local Trusts systems of clinical governance, developing innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others.

37. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct.

38. To work participate in annual appraisal within a Professional Development Plan (PDP) at pre-determined intervals.

39. To have due regard for personal safety and that of CYP /carers, adhering to moving and handling regulations, restraining policies and ensure the safe positioning of self and others.

40. To reflect and adhere to infection control and health and safety guidelines in order to deal with specific issues related to client contact: for example exposure to body fluids, infectious conditions, encountered on a daily basis.

41. To assume delegated tasks as requested by line manager, including participation in working groups, policy development groups etc.

42. To contribute to Whittington Healths systems of clinical governance, responding to innovations in areas of risk management, quality standards setting and clinical effectiveness in collaboration with others

43. To be accountable for professional action and recognising professional boundaries, and working within defined departmental and national protocols/policies and professional code of conduct (e.g, attending team meetings, participating in in-service training, attending mandatory training, carrying out appropriate administrative duties etc).

44. To be able to be flexible within the service for Whittington Childrens Speech and Language Service and as required by the Speech and Language Therapy Services Manager, this may include a change in workplace.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications, training

Essential

• BSc. in Speech and Language Therapy or equivalent (including Dip. CST)
• Health and Care Professions Council Registration to Practice
• Registered Member of RCSLT

Skills/abilities

Essential

• Skills in delivering presentations and training, including basic adaptations to presentation/ training style for a range of audiences
• Being able to communicate complex, sensitive information

Experience

Essential

• Of working at a specialist level with clients with a range of speech, language and communication needs of different ages

Knowledge

Essential

• Specialist knowledge of a range of assessment tools and procedures to evaluate the speech, language and communication skills of children with complex needs

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Swiss Cottage School

80 Avenue Road

London

NW8 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To be a proactive member of the pharmacy department, working collaboratively with our diverse team of pharmacy professionals, and to provide excellent pharmaceutical care to our patients.
• To act as Senior Pharmacist during each rotation which includes Acute and Integrated Medicine, Ambulatory and Same Day Emergency Care, Surgery and ITU, Womens Health and Childrens Services (including Neonatal Medicine), Antimicrobial Stewardship, Anticoagulation & Stroke Prevention, Medicines Information, Clinical Trials, Governance and Medication Safety.
• To ensure the seamless transfer of care of our patients between various care settings and ensuring that medicines reconciliation is performed accurately at all times.
• To mentor and undertake the educational and practice supervision of pharmacy team members during their various stages of professional development, including Band 6 and Pre-Registration Pharmacists, and to provide clinical support and training to any other relevant health care professionals.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• MPharm (or equivalent)
• Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Postgraduate Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Postgraduate Diploma / MSc in Clinical Pharmacy (or equivalent)
• Royal Pharmaceutical Society Faculty membership

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Accurate dispensing, checking, and prescription monitoring skills, and ability to follow written procedures
• Good written and oral communication skills. Able to communicate with patients and all grades of healthcare staff (verbally and in writing)
• Competent in the use of computers and familiar with hospital pharmacy computer systems.
• Confident & assertive when dealing with other professionals
• Good interpersonal skills
• Demonstrates ability to organise and prioritise workload
• Good problem solving skills
• Excellent numeracy skills
• Ability to effectively monitor therapeutic regimens in order to ensure effectiveness and safety.

Desirable

• Ability to work autonomously

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous participation in audit and / or research
• Minimum of 18 months post registration
• Experience of working in a large hospital pharmacy department providing a wide range of services

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• Self-motivated
• Able to work under pressure whilst maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrates initiative, and motivation & enthusiasm for the post.
• Able to work on own initiative or as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to continuing personal development.
• Reliable
• Act as role model and leader to junior members of staff

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Health

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a detailed overview of the main duties and responsibilities of the post please refer to the attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

• Full registration with a licence to practice with the GMC at the time of appointment
• MBBS or Equivalent
• ALS

Desirable

• Primary FRCA and or part 1 MRCP or equivalent
• APLS or ATLS

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Have completed a recognised 2-year foundation training programme in the UK or have a completed CREST form (Certificate of Readiness to Enter Specialty Training) within the UK
• Previous Anaesthesia or Critical Care experience > 3 months above Foundation Year 2 level

Desirable

• Completed IMT training in the UK or ACCS (any parent speciality) or Core Anaesthesia (or equivalent via alternative pathway certification in the UK)
• Previous Critical Care experience > 6 months above Foundation Year 2 level

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Enthusiastic , Good communicator with excellent written English , Display ability to work as part of a team.

Audit and Research

Essential

• Experience of Audit projects
• Understanding of research principles
• Experience of QIP

Desirable

• Undertaken research projects

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Whittington Hospital

Magdala Avenue

London

N19 5NF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The School Nurse will be part of the Whittington Health School Nursing Team based in Haringey. The School Nurse will be responsible for the delivery of Universal Health Services to designated schools. Reporting to the Team Leader, they will support the development of the service and work with colleagues to ensure the delivery of a safe and effective Universal Health Provision.

Main responsibilities include:

• To manage a defined caseload and cluster of primary schools
• Lead on the delivery of Healthy Child Programme.
• Plan, implement and evaluate interventions in response to changing health needs.
• Work in partnership with our key stakeholders.
• Provide confidential support and advice to young people in different venues.
• Facilitate the delivery of health promotion and health education activities in school and community settings.

Applicants must hold a Specialist Community Public Health Qualification in School Nursing. This is a definite requirement for the position and applicants who apply without the qualification will NOT be shortlisted.

Person Specification

Education / Qualifications

Essential

• RSCN or RN (Child Branch) or Equivalent
• Specialist Community Public Health School Nursing (SCPHN) qualification

Desirable

• Evidence of Post Registration Training and Development

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing in an effective way with people from a variety of backgrounds and different ages
• To demonstrate the ability to reflect on clinical practice to enhance professional/personal development
• Ability to prioritise and effectively manage own workload
• Basic Information Technology Skills
• Good organisational Skills
• Ability to prioritise workload

Desirable

• Application of research/evidence base to good practice

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Experience working with children and families
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of working together in a team
• Able to work autonomously and without supervision
• Able to demonstrate an awareness and understanding of current issues and recent developments in school health
• Able to demonstrate an awareness and understanding of good practice in safeguarding and child protection
• Able to demonstrate an awareness and understanding of National and Government issues influencing the provision of health care to all children
• Able to demonstrate an awareness and understanding of confidentiality and record keeping

Desirable

• Experience nursing in a diverse inner city community

PERSONAL QUALITIES

Essential

• Professional demeanour
• Good attendance record
• Motivated to teach and learn
• Approachable, flexible, adaptable and supportive

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

Whittington Hospital NHS Trust

Address

Tynemouth Road Medical Centre

London

N15 4RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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