Job summary

As an Ophthalmic Technician you will work within the ophthalmology department and community-based diagnostic hubs to provide clinical and technical services. You will work under the direction of the ophthalmic technical service manager, lead ophthalmic technicians & senior ophthalmic technicians to assist in the diagnosis, treatment and care of new and follow-up patients.

The postholder will be based at both Good Hope Hospital and Solihull Hospital sites, but will also be required to work at Birmingham Heartlands Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Main duties of the job

You will safely and effectively use of a range of highly complex expensive diagnostic instruments, adhering to defined protocols and guidelines. You will report diagnostic test results to ophthalmologists and professional staff, and adapt tests to the ability of patients.

You will need to be able to accommodate variable clinical hours and schedules, ranging between four hospital sites and community-based settings, including evening and weekend hours.

You will be required to work autonomously and within a close-knit team, and contribute to the smooth running of the department and provision of diagnostic services. Also, you will be expected to recommend improvements and changes to departmental policies, guidelines and protocols at departmental meetings. Maintain personal knowledge and skills undertaking training and development as required.

About us

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.

Job summary

The Yorkshire Clinic offers high-quality healthcare with leading Consultants for various medical services and complex surgeries.

We seek an experienced Theatre Manager to lead our theatre team in 5 operating theatres, implementing quality and strategic initiatives. This role involves building relationships with consultants, senior teams, healthcare professionals, and patients.

You will manage the budget, ensuring patient safety and experience while adhering to clinical governance and CQC standards.

As a leader, you'll motivate your team, drive performance, and support new hospital initiatives, while also having opportunities for professional development through Ramsay Academy.

Your leadership will ensure the delivery of high-quality patient perioperative care.

Main duties of the job

The Yorkshire Clinic offers high-quality healthcare with leading Consultants for various medical services and complex surgeries.

We seek an experienced Theatre Manager to lead our theatre team in 5 operating theatres, implementing quality and strategic initiatives. This role involves building relationships with consultants, senior teams, healthcare professionals, and patients.

You will manage the budget, ensuring patient safety and experience while adhering to clinical governance and CQC standards.

As a leader, you'll motivate your team, drive performance, and support new hospital initiatives, while also having opportunities for professional development through Ramsay Academy.

Your leadership will ensure the delivery of high-quality patient perioperative care.

About us

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

Job summary

We are looking to recruit aCare Coordinatorto join our expanding team within the Barnsley Primary Care Network. You will work as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team, building on our successful existing model of coordinated, patient centred care.

In this role, you will work closely with PCN practices and wider MDT colleagues to coordinate key activities, ensuring patients have timely access to services, advice, and information. You will help ensure that health and care planning is efficient, wellorganised, and centred around patient needs.

We will contact successful candidates for interview throughout the recruitment process.

Please note: previous applicants need not apply.

Main duties of the job

The Care Coordinator works as part of the multidisciplinary team to support patients in navigating health and care services, improving their understanding of their conditions, and enabling personalised, patientcentred care planning. The post holder coordinates key activities across the PCN, ensuring timely access to services, continuity of care, and effective communication between patients, families, and professionals.

They will proactively manage a caseload of patientsoften those with longterm conditions, complex needs, or requiring enhanced supporthelping them engage with services, selfmanagement tools, and community resources. The role supports the delivery of personalised care, shared decisionmaking, and improved health outcomes.

Practices may align additional or different responsibilities to this role, including administrative or reception duties, depending on service needs.

About us

Barnsley Primary Care Network:

Barnsley has established one super Primary Care Network (PCN) of over 250,000 patients which includes all of GP practices across Barnsley. This is supported by six Neighbourhood Networks building on our successful and existing model of neighbourhood working; this enables us to maintain and focus on the specific needs of each local area whilst allowing integration at a borough wide level.

BHF are fully committed to ensuring equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) as this is embedded in our values. We are also a committed employer under the Disability Confident Scheme. Therefore, should you wish to discuss any reasonable adjustments or assistance you might need in the application or interview process, please contact a member of the HR team at [email protected] and we will be happy to help.

Please note that interviews may take place prior to the advert closing as and when suitable applications are received. If a suitable candidate is appointed the role may close early, therefore please do not hesitate to submit your application.

Details

Date posted

05 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£26,690.70 a year (FTE)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0243-26-0055

Job locations

Grimethorpe Surgery

The Grimethorpe Centre

Acorn Way

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S72 7NZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key responsibilities

Work with people, their families and carers, to improve their understanding of their condition.

Support people to develop and review personalised care and support plans to manage their needs and achieve better healthcare outcomes and continuity of care.

Help people to manage their needs by providing a contact to answer queries, make and manage appointments, and ensure that people have good quality written or verbal information to help them make choices about their care.

Signpost patients where appropriate to other additional roles within the PCN for example Social Prescribers and Health & Wellbeing coaches.

Provide co-ordination and navigation for people and their carers across health and care services. Helping to ensure patients receive a joined-up service and the appropriate support from the right person at the right time.

Work collaboratively with GPs and other primary care professionals within the PCN to proactively identify and manage a caseload, which may include patients with long-term health conditions, and where appropriate, refer back to other health professionals within the PCN.

Support the co-ordination and delivery of multidisciplinary teams with the PCN.

Raise awareness of how to identify patients who may benefit from shared decision making and support PCN staff and people to be more prepared to have shared decision-making conversations.

Process and book appointments by telephone or written format as requested via practice.

Process referrals to community nursing and other professionals.

Job description Job responsibilities Key responsibilities Work with people, their families and carers, to improve their understanding of their condition. Support people to develop and review personalised care and support plans to manage their needs and achieve better healthcare outcomes and continuity of care. Help people to manage their needs by providing a contact to answer queries, make and manage appointments, and ensure that people have good quality written or verbal information to help them make choices about their care. Signpost patients where appropriate to other additional roles within the PCN for example Social Prescribers and Health & Wellbeing coaches. Provide co-ordination and navigation for people and their carers across health and care services. Helping to ensure patients receive a joined-up service and the appropriate support from the right person at the right time. Work collaboratively with GPs and other primary care professionals within the PCN to proactively identify and manage a caseload, which may include patients with long-term health conditions, and where appropriate, refer back to other health professionals within the PCN. Support the co-ordination and delivery of multidisciplinary teams with the PCN. Raise awareness of how to identify patients who may benefit from shared decision making and support PCN staff and people to be more prepared to have shared decision-making conversations. Process and book appointments by telephone or written format as requested via practice. Process referrals to community nursing and other professionals.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent
• GCSEs/A Levels or equivalent experience
• Administrative or care related qualification
• Evidence of CPD

Desirable

• Holds relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience
• Health or social care qualification

Knowledge, Skills and Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent written and spoken skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels including with patients, carers, specialist services, GPs and colleagues.
• Good technical literacy with Microsoft Office packages.
• Able to work independently and manage own workload.
• Able to build strong professional relationships.
• Demonstrable experience of effective planning and organisation skills to deliver targets and meet deadlines.
• Able to analyse and interpret information and present results in a clear and concise manner.
• Understanding of confidentiality & GDPR
• Awareness of personalised care principles

Desirable

• Understanding of social determinants of health and how these can be addressed with patients.
• Knowledge of local health & care pathways
• Understanding of long term conditions

Deposition/Approach to work

Essential

• Creative, flexible and sensitive approach to working with people with diverse support needs
• Ability to motivate people
• Ability to reflect on and share best practice with peers
• Able to travel locally as required
• Passionate about combatting disadvantage and inequality in healthcare
• Able to work as part of a team

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of Primary Care and Primary Care Network.
• Experience working with healthcare professionals and/or previous experience in a GP practice or in the primary care sector.
• Experience in a patient facing or administrative role
• Experience supporting vulnerable individuals

Desirable

• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholder or individuals to meet specified outcomes.
• Experience providing advice/signposting.
• Experience using a patient clinical system.
• Knowledge of a range of local community groups which support wellbeing.
• Awareness of relevant Health and Social Care legislation and a developed knowledge of crisis intervention.
• Experience with care planning or coordination
• Use of clinical systems (EMIS/SystmOne)

Skills and Competencies and Personal Qualities

Essential

• Skills & Competencies:
• Organisation & prioritisation Ability to manage a varied caseload.
• Communication & interpersonal skills Clear, compassionate, and patient centred.
• Care navigation Ability to coordinate across multiple services.
• IT proficiency Clinical systems, Microsoft Office, digital tools.
• Problem solving & initiative Ability to work independently and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Accuracy & attention to detail High quality record keeping and documentation.
• Adaptability & continuous improvement mindset.
• Personal Qualities:
• Professional, calm, and compassionate
• Patient focused and supportive
• Reliable and proactive
• Team oriented with strong relationship building skills
• Positive attitude and commitment to PCN values

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent GCSEs/A Levels or equivalent experience Administrative or care related qualification Evidence of CPD Desirable Holds relevant NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience Health or social care qualification Knowledge, Skills and Personal Qualities Essential Excellent written and spoken skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels including with patients, carers, specialist services, GPs and colleagues. Good technical literacy with Microsoft Office packages. Able to work independently and manage own workload. Able to build strong professional relationships. Demonstrable experience of effective planning and organisation skills to deliver targets and meet deadlines. Able to analyse and interpret information and present results in a clear and concise manner. Understanding of confidentiality & GDPR Awareness of personalised care principles Desirable Understanding of social determinants of health and how these can be addressed with patients. Knowledge of local health & care pathways Understanding of long term conditions Deposition/Approach to work Essential Creative, flexible and sensitive approach to working with people with diverse support needs Ability to motivate people Ability to reflect on and share best practice with peers Able to travel locally as required Passionate about combatting disadvantage and inequality in healthcare Able to work as part of a team Experience Essential Knowledge and understanding of Primary Care and Primary Care Network. Experience working with healthcare professionals and/or previous experience in a GP practice or in the primary care sector. Experience in a patient facing or administrative role Experience supporting vulnerable individuals Desirable Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholder or individuals to meet specified outcomes. Experience providing advice/signposting. Experience using a patient clinical system. Knowledge of a range of local community groups which support wellbeing. Awareness of relevant Health and Social Care legislation and a developed knowledge of crisis intervention. Experience with care planning or coordination Use of clinical systems (EMIS/SystmOne) Skills and Competencies and Personal Qualities Essential Skills & Competencies: Organisation & prioritisation Ability to manage a varied caseload. Communication & interpersonal skills Clear, compassionate, and patient centred. Care navigation Ability to coordinate across multiple services. IT proficiency Clinical systems, Microsoft Office, digital tools. Problem solving & initiative Ability to work independently and escalate concerns appropriately. Accuracy & attention to detail High quality record keeping and documentation. Adaptability & continuous improvement mindset. Personal Qualities: Professional, calm, and compassionate Patient focused and supportive Reliable and proactive Team oriented with strong relationship building skills Positive attitude and commitment to PCN values

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

Barnsley Healthcare Federation

Address

Grimethorpe Surgery

The Grimethorpe Centre

Acorn Way

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S72 7NZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Barnsley Healthcare Federation

Address

Grimethorpe Surgery

The Grimethorpe Centre

Acorn Way

Barnsley

South Yorkshire

S72 7NZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner to work within our Frail Elderly Assessment Team (FEAT). This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high quality patient-centered care to frail patients in their own homes and in our care homes.

The role combines autonomous practice, care coordination, multi-agency collaboration, management of increasing frailty, dementia and end of life care.

The postholder will work at an advanced level of clinical practice, exercising a high degree of professional autonomy and accountability while working within the NMC code and national ACP frameworks.

Main duties of the job

Provide expert management of complex frailty syndromes, dementia, delirium, polypharmacy, falls risk and end of life needs.

Exercise advanced clinical reasoning to assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patients without direct input from a medical practitioner, recognising own professional boundaries and seeking senior clinical support when required.

Monitor medication use and adjust treatment plans working autonomously as required

Escalate concerns appropriately

Work closely with GPs, OTs, Physiotherapists, Care Co-ordinators, Social Prescribers and Community Nursing Team

Support patients and families in understanding and managing frailty

Promote lifestyle and self management strategies

Conduct regular care plan reviews

Identify patients in need of palliative support and facilitate advanced care planning discussions

Communicating with distressed patients and relatives

Caring for patients and relatives following receipt of bad news

Communicating and caring for patients who have reduced understanding and insight due to cognitive impairments

Participate/lead weekly enhanced care home reviews

Undertake daily acute care home visits requested through our clinical triage system identifying clinical emergencies, deteriorating patients or patients at risk of deterioration

Participate in regular clinical supervision

Work using FEAT and champion evidence-based interventions

Conduct comprehensive geriatric assessments using appropriate tools

About us

NCPC (North Cumbria Primary Care) was established in August 2019 in response to an increasingly fragile general practice provision within North Cumbria. NCPCs vision is to bring practices together to develop a sustainable, fully integrated primary care- built locally and delivered together.

The Copeland NCPC area consists of 3 major practices, Fellview Health Care, Lowther Medical Centre and Seascale Health Centre as well as a shared PCN (Primary Care Network) which delivers services to patients across all 3 practices.

We are a not-for-profit company with all money we receive in funding and other business activities going towards supporting the organisation, our staff, and our services.

Job summary

Your Health Notts is an innovative community health organisation delivering evidence-based, person-centred services to improve the wellbeing of Nottinghamshire residents. Our mission is to reduce health inequalities through prevention, early intervention, and community engagement. We work collaboratively across the NHS, local authorities and the VCSE sector to empower people to live longer, healthier lives.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will deliver engaging healthy ageing education sessions using the Older and Wiser framework, alongside strength and balance taster sessions that promote independence and falls prevention. Sessions will be tailored to community needs, with guest partners involved where appropriate, and will focus on building positive, trusting relationships while representing Your Health Notts in the community.

The role includes collecting and reporting key data and insights, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to partnership reporting requirements. You will create an inclusive environment for older adults, using person-centred approaches to support behaviour change and provide signposting to relevant local services.

Working collaboratively with statutory and VCSE partners, you will strengthen local pathways, attend community events, ensure safe session delivery through risk assessment, and contribute to ongoing programme development and continuous improvement.

About us

ABL is an exciting fast-paced, growing community health organisation. As an experienced, CQC registered, provider of community health services, we are passionate about delivering evidence based, innovative, effective and relevant health care services in partnership with individuals, communities and stakeholders.

Job summary

We are seeking an Occupational Therapy Associate Practitioner to work under the supervision of a Specialist Occupational Therapist and provide interventions on the in-patient unit and in the community. The post would be suitable for a confident and enthusiastic Band 4 (or an experienced Band 3 who is ready to progress), to join the learning disability Intensive Support Team multi-disciplinary team. The team includes Nursing, Care Coordinators, Occupational Therapy, Clinical Psychology, Psychiatry, Speech and Language Therapy and Family Therapy.

The successful applicant will support the Occupational Therapist and wider team in carrying out assessments and effective interventionsfor a complex client group with a variety of sensory, physical, cognitive, social and environmental needs. You will be expected to work autonomously and carry out treatment plans agreed with the Occupational Therapist.

A primary aim of this role will be delivering a wide range of group activities to meet identified aims. There will be the opportunity to take part in training and regular supervision.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will support the Occupational Therapist and wider team in carrying out assessments and interventions with clients. Interventions may include daily living skills training, community skills such as shopping and social activities and engagement in meaningful activities. Our valued team members support some of the most vulnerable people in society, demonstrating professionalism, care and compassion.

Interventions will be primarily group based.

About us

We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website

We are a forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care.

We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Wherever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support you'll need to get you started.

We recognise the positive value of diversity and promotes equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.

Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised.

We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and wellbeing support.

From city to countryside, market towns to moors you'll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.

Find out more and search live jobs.

Job summary

Integrated Discharge at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust has as an exciting opportunity within the Charing Cross Integrated Discharge Team. We are looking for an experienced, self -motivated, passionate and dedicated individual to join our Hospital Discharge team within the acute setting.

The post holder will be embedded within the hospital flow structure and will play a pivotal role in efficiently managing and overseeing discharges across inpatient wards. Within this role, you will work alongside the existing discharge team lead, to manage the team day to day, manage your own complex case load and be an expert point of contact for complex discharge issues

As well as being a critical and highly valued member of Team Charing Cross, you will also be a part of the wider trust's Integrated Discharge Leadership Team where you will work towards making trust-wide improvements to hospital discharge and flow with lots of opportunity to contribute to or lead on Quality Improvement projects and support colleagues on other sites. Our aim is to improve hospital flow, prevent delays, improve patient experience of hospital discharge and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.

Main duties of the job

• To lead and manage the complex discharge team on a day-to-day basis, as part of the Integrated Discharge Leadership team, providing clinical leadership, support and guidance.
• To take day-to-day responsibility for the leadership, delivery and management of the complex discharge service.
• Plan and organise this efficiently and effectively with regard to patient managementand use of time.
• To ensure that all staff within the team have appropriate support for their practice and continuing professional development through team meetings, review, supervision,appraisal, training and development.
• To review and update the documentation relating to discharge planning to improve the quality accuracy and consistency of information recorded and to undertake annual documentation audits.
• To provide education to clinical and nursing staff regarding the remit of the Discharge team.
• The post holder is required to work out of hours (specific rota details held locally within departments).

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.

Environmental sustainabilityClimate change and poor air quality is a health emergency that harms people's health and wellbeing and widens health inequalities. The Trust is also committed to reducing its impact on the environment by reducing our greenhouse gas emissions to Net Zero by 2045. All our employees have a role to play, and we have an active green network that supports staff to act in ways that ensures that our services are efficient, sustainable and reduce our impact on the environment www.imperial.nhs.uk/about-us/our-strategy/green-plan.

Job summary

University Hospitals Derby & Burton are looking to recruit two experienced Vascular Scientists or Sonographers to support the renovation of our vascular science service. We are ambitious to expand services and establish Royal Derby Hospital as a centre for Vascular Science excellence in teaching and research. Your role would support normal operations alongside developing our research and training capacity. You would liaise with different services within the team as well as at Trust level to include research and audit.

Our current team consists of a Lead Clinical Vascular Scientist, an experienced Vascular Physiologist, and three experienced locum Clinical Vascular Scientists - housed within the wider and friendly Clinical Measurement team in Royal Derby Hospital. We have two Philips EPIQ Elite ultrasound machines in dedicated air-conditioned rooms, with a portable Philips Affiniti 70 for attending wards and TIA Clinic.

The ideal applicant will be a CSVS Accredited Vascular Scientist or an experienced Vascular Science STP graduate, however experienced Vascular Sonographers and recent graduates of the STP & other CASE-Accredited Vascular Ultrasound/Science courses are encouraged to apply. Consideration would be given to candidates who may require additional training and support with the possibility of a developmental Band 6 to Band 7 post.

Main duties of the job

Having a proven track record, you will be expected to perform a wide range of vascular investigations, including carotid and temporal artery scans, upper and lower limb arterial and venous duplex scans, AAA and graft surveillance scans. Having the ability to independently report your own scans as well as being able to review and comment on the scans of others is an important part of the role. Non-imaging tests such as ABPI are also performed. In addition, you will also be expected to provide teaching, audit and supervisory support. We actively encourage continuous professional development within the dept.

The vascular ultrasound service is expanding to provide vascular imaging services to other hospitals within the Trust; cross-site working is already in place for many of our other specialties therefore this is also predicted for vascular ultrasound. This post will also involve some weekend on-call work on a rota basis, providing imaging for the 7 day TIA service.

In addition, you will also be expected to provide teaching, participate in research, audit and supervisory support.

Cross-site working is already in place for many of our other specialties within the department; we have ambitions for the vascular ultrasound service to follow suit at some point.

Closing date of applications: 19 October 2026

Interview date: 03 November 2026

About us

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

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

In return we will offer:

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

Key Facts:

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

Job summary

The role

We seek a passionate Healthcare Assistant for our surgical ward team. You will prioritize patient care, treating each as an individual.

Our ward is busy, and your support is vital. Together, we aim for the highest clinical outcomes in a supportive environment. Your skills will be valued, and you will have opportunities for development, as our people are our greatest asset at Ramsay Health Care UK.

Main duties of the job

The role

We seek a passionate Healthcare Assistant for our surgical ward team. You will prioritize patient care, treating each as an individual.

Our ward is busy, and your support is vital. Together, we aim for the highest clinical outcomes in a supportive environment. Your skills will be valued, and you will have opportunities for development, as our people are our greatest asset at Ramsay Health Care UK.

About us

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

Job summary

We are seeking an organised and motivated Quality Governance Officer to support quality improvement, clinical effectiveness and mortality review processes across Leeds Children's Hospital. The role involves coordinating Learning from Deaths and Child Death Review activities, maintaining governance databases and dashboards, producing reports, and supporting national programmes such as NCEPOD and NICE guidance reviews.

Main duties of the job

Working closely with clinical teams, managers and partner organisations, you will help ensure that governance processes are effective, learning is shared, and high standards of patient care are maintained. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative, analytical and communication skills who is looking to develop a career in quality governance within the NHS.

About us

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

Job summary

Are you passionate about making a real difference to the lives of adults with learning disabilities?

Join the Somerset Community Team for Adults with Learning Disabilities and become part of an innovative Speech and Language Therapy team committed to improving communication, health, wellbeing and quality of life.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and adaptable Speech and Language Therapist with the clinical skills and experience to work with adults presenting with a diverse range of needs. A commitment to person-centred practice, strong partnership working, and a passion for achieving positive outcomes alongside service users, families, paid carers and multidisciplinary professionals is essential.

Our specialist team supports adults with learning disabilities to achieve the best outcomes by assessing and managing communication needs and eating, drinking and swallowing difficulties (dysphagia). We work closely with individuals, families, carers and multidisciplinary colleagues to deliver person-centred care that is meaningful, effective and empowering.

In addition to providing expert assessment and tailored care plans, we deliver regular dysphagia training to support carers and professionals, with plans to further develop and expand this area of the service.

You'll have opportunities to contribute to service development, benefit from regular protected CPD, and collaborate with experienced colleagues within both Speech and Language Therapy and the wider community learning disability team.

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialist SLT assessment, diagnosis and intervention for adults with learning disabilities who have communication and/or dysphagia needs.

• Develop person centred care plans and deliver evidence based therapy across a range of communication environments.

• Involve service users, families, carers and wider professionals in the therapy process.

• Deliver dysphagia interventions and advise on the safety and clinical appropriateness of oral intake.

• Contribute to and deliver dysphagia and communication training to carers, staff teams and other professionals.

• Participate in MDT assessments, reviews, meetings and case discussions.

• Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with HCPC/RCSLT standards.

• Work autonomously while accessing regular clinical and managerial supervision.

• Use the Trust's electronic record systems and assist in service development initiatives.

• Travel across Somerset to meet service users within homes, community settings and clinics.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Are you a newly qualified or early career Midwife looking for the right environment to build your confidence, develop your skills and make a meaningful difference to women, babies and families?

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, you'll join a supportive and welcoming maternity team dedicated to delivering safe, personalised and compassionate care across both hospital and community settings. As a Preceptorship Midwife, you will be supported through a structured development programme designed to help you grow your clinical expertise, strengthen your decision-making skills and progress towards a Band 6 role.

This is an opportunity to experience the full spectrum of maternity care, supporting women throughout pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period. You'll work alongside experienced midwives, obstetricians, neonatal teams and a wide range of healthcare professionals who are committed to helping you succeed.

Based across Musgrove Park Hospital and Yeovil District Hospital, you'll be part of a forward-thinking maternity service that values kindness, respect and teamwork, while putting women and families at the centre of everything it does.

If you're passionate about delivering outstanding maternity care and ready to take the next step in your midwifery career, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a Preceptorship Midwife, you will:

• Provide safe, effective and compassionate care to women and their babies throughout the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal journey.
• Deliver personalised, woman-centred care that supports informed choice and positive birth experiences.
• Develop your confidence and competence through a structured preceptorship programme and regular support from experienced colleagues.
• Promote and facilitate physiological birth while recognising and escalating concerns appropriately.
• Work across community and acute maternity services, gaining valuable experience in a variety of clinical settings.
• Participate in the maternity on-call rota and contribute to the delivery of a responsive 24-hour service.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to achieve the best possible outcomes for women and babies.
• Support student midwives and colleagues, contributing to a positive learning environment.
• Participate in service improvement, patient safety initiatives, audits and quality improvement activities.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Job summary

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is seeking to appoint a substantive Consultant Psychiatrist to an exciting all-age community learning disability post based in East Sussex. The role combines adult learning disability psychiatry within the Hastings & Rother Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTLD) with specialist psychiatric input to East Sussex CAMHS Learning Disability services.

The successful applicant will provide clinical leadership across these services, working within well-established multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, person-centred care for children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. The post offers the opportunity to contribute to service development, clinical innovation and the ongoing improvement of outcomes for some of the most vulnerable people in our communities, while supporting seamless transitions across the lifespan.

This job attracts aRecruitment and Retention payment of £45,000structured over a three-year period as follows:o£15,000 payable upon successful recruitmento£10,000 payable at 12 months' serviceo£10,000 payable at 24 months' serviceo£10,000 payable at 36 months' service

The RRP is pro rata for LTFT position. For full terms and conditions of the RRP, please contact [email protected]

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide medical leadership and specialist psychiatric care across an all-age learning disability service, supporting children, young people and adults with learning disabilities who present with complex mental health needs, autism, behaviours that challenge, dementia and other neurodevelopmental conditions. The role combines consultant responsibility within the Hastings & Rother Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTLD) and specialist psychiatric input to the East Sussex CAMHS Learning Disability Family Intensive Support Service (LDFISS), supporting effective transition between children's and adult services.

The Consultant Psychiatrist will undertake specialist psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, treatment and ongoing management, including risk assessment, psychopharmacological interventions and Mental Health Act work where required. They will provide clinical leadership to multidisciplinary teams, working with service users, families, carers, primary care and partner agencies to deliver high-quality, person-centred care.

The post holder will contribute to specialist clinical interventions, crisis support, consultation to families and care providers, service development and support for reasonable adjustments within mainstream services. They will also contribute to clinical governance, quality improvement, teaching and supervision, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based care across the pathway.

About us

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability and neurodevelopmental services across Sussex, caring for a population of over 1.7 million people. We are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care and creating an inclusive environment where staff feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive. As a teaching Trust with strong links to academic and research partners, we offer excellent opportunities for professional development, leadership and innovation. Joining Sussex Partnership means becoming part of a forward-thinking organisation that is dedicated to improving lives, reducing health inequalities, and helping people achieve the best possible outcomes through collaborative, person-centred care.

Job summary

Shore Medical is seeking an experienced Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP) to join our primary care team, working across our practice sites as required.

The post holder will provide expert clinical assessment, diagnosis and treatment for both adult and paediatric patients presenting with acute and chronic conditions, working within their scope of practice and the four pillars of Advanced Practice. They will provide appropriate management, prescribing and referral where necessary, ensuring patient safety and adherence to national and local guidance.

We are looking for an experienced ACP with a background in Primary Care who is committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care and maintaining excellent clinical standards. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team, supporting clinical leadership and the delivery of effective patient-centred care across Shore Medical.

Main duties of the job

About us

Shore Medical is a GP Super Partnership with 6 practices across Poole and Bournemouth. We aspire to offer exceptional care to our 58,000 patients and are innovative in our approach to developing new teams and pathways to ever improve how general practice is delivered.

We have a friendly and supportive team of more than 200 staff, with over 40 GPs, Pharmacists, Paramedics, Nurses, Mental Health specialists and our range of administrative staff. We have a great social side to our team with Summer and Christmas parties, running and paddle boarding groups as well as many other events throughout the year.

The Practices in the Partnership are:

• Lilliput Surgery
• Poole Road Medical Centre
• Wessex Road Surgery
• Heatherview Medical Centre
• Fernside Surgery
• Parkstone Tower Practice

We offer

• Competitive salary
• Friendly and supportive working environment
• Continuous CPD
• NHS Pension Scheme with Life Insurance
• Free parking at most of the sites
• Cycle to work scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Summer & Christmas parties

Job summary

We are seeking a compassionate and organised individual to join our team as a Care Navigator.

As a Care Navigator at Crown House Surgery, you will play a vital role in supporting patients by helping them access the right care and services. You will work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure a seamless and coordinated care experience for our patients.

Interviews are planned to be held 17th & 19th November 2026.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Care - Signposting: Process and effectively signpost patients to the appropriate healthcare professional, depending on the presenting condition
• Patient Support:Act as the main point of contact for patients using our online services, guiding them through their healthcare journey and assisting them in navigating the services available to them ensuring the patient receives the most appropriate care that they need.
• Practice Support: Support the practice clinical team with coordinating the outcomes for patients.
• Administrative Duties: Handle patient records, schedule appointments, and support other administrative tasks related to patient care. Ensure that all interactions are logged accurately in the system.
• Hours are 37 p/w
• Monday 8:00 to 16:00
• Tuesday 7:15 to 16:30
• Wednesday 8:00 to 18:45
• Thursday 8:00-13:00
• Friday 8:00 to 16:00

About us

Crown House Surgery has a practice population of approximately 11600 patients. We are located in the town of Retford, Nottinghamshire and are committed to delivering high quality patient care with a focus on continuity.

Details

Date posted

05 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,521 a year starting salary

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A2564-26-0009

Job locations

Retford Primary Care Centre

North Road

Retford

Nottinghamshire

DN22 7XF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Main purpose of post:

Answering the telephone, dealing with patient enquiries, booking appointments, undertaking tasks for our clinical teams, signposting patients to internal and external services and generally providing a high standard of patient liaison.

The post holder will be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, be able to organise and prioritise a busy workload and work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating tact and diplomacy.

Attention to detail is of paramount importance as there will be a high level of contact with patients and their individual data. Some data will be of a highly sensitive nature. The post holder will need to be able to work within and understand the importance of policies and procedures around patient information, data sharing, information governance and confidentiality.

Please be aware that this job is demanding. You will be dealing with patients who are ill and potentially stressed. You will be their first port of call. Empathy and understanding with a willingness to help provide a solution following Practice Protocols is the key to this very important role.

Responsible to: Operations Manager

MAIN DUTIES:

• Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.
• Provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone.
• Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice.
• Deal with all general enquiries, explain procedures and make new and follow-up appointments.
• Using your own judgment and communication skills ensure that patients with no prior appointment, but who need urgent consultation are seen in a calm logical and non-disruptive manner.
• Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover and ensure procedures are completed.
• Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery.
• Enter requests for home visits onto the appointment system, ensuring careful recording of all relevant details and refer to usual or Duty Doctor as per practice procedure.
• Action repeat prescription requests and ensure that they are ready within 48 hours
• Be able to cover all reception positions as necessary.
• Advise patients of relevant charges for private services, (non General Medical Services), accept payment and issue receipts for same.
• Enter accurate patient information on to the computer system as required.
• Monitor, action and respond to emails received via the generic NHSmail account.
• Update patient demographics i.e. addresses, contact information and liaise with patients where discrepancies are found through PDS updates or informed by relevant persons.
• Clinical safety netting of pathology results where a clinician has indicated an action needs to be taken i.e. repeat test or book an appointment.
• Book patients for coils and implants, minor surgery.

• Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive, de-activate alarm and make all necessary preparations to receive patients.
• When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the practice is totally secured

• Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by management or partners.

This list is not exhaustive and will also include, from time-to-time, reasonable management requests which are not included in the above.

MINIMUM PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS & COMPETENCIES

Confidentiality

• While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

Health & safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
• Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
• Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role
• Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)
• Reporting potential risks identified
• Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Infection Control

All staff are responsible for protecting themselves and others against infection risks. All staff regardless of whether clinical or not are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any problems with regard to this to the manager. All staff undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and updates as required by this organisation.

Equality and diversity

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

• Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
• Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
• Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional development

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

• Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
• Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work

Quality

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

• Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
• Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
• Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
• Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
• Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Communication

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

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly

Contribution to the implementation of services

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate

Job description Job responsibilities Main purpose of post:Answering the telephone, dealing with patient enquiries, booking appointments, undertaking tasks for our clinical teams, signposting patients to internal and external services and generally providing a high standard of patient liaison. The post holder will be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, be able to organise and prioritise a busy workload and work to tight deadlines whilst maintaining confidentiality and demonstrating tact and diplomacy.Attention to detail is of paramount importance as there will be a high level of contact with patients and their individual data. Some data will be of a highly sensitive nature. The post holder will need to be able to work within and understand the importance of policies and procedures around patient information, data sharing, information governance and confidentiality.Please be aware that this job is demanding. You will be dealing with patients who are ill and potentially stressed. You will be their first port of call. Empathy and understanding with a willingness to help provide a solution following Practice Protocols is the key to this very important role.Responsible to: Operations Manager MAIN DUTIES: Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way. Provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone. Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the practice. Deal with all general enquiries, explain procedures and make new and follow-up appointments. Using your own judgment and communication skills ensure that patients with no prior appointment, but who need urgent consultation are seen in a calm logical and non-disruptive manner. Explain practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover and ensure procedures are completed. Receive and make telephone calls as required. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery. Enter requests for home visits onto the appointment system, ensuring careful recording of all relevant details and refer to usual or Duty Doctor as per practice procedure. Action repeat prescription requests and ensure that they are ready within 48 hours Be able to cover all reception positions as necessary. Advise patients of relevant charges for private services, (non General Medical Services), accept payment and issue receipts for same. Enter accurate patient information on to the computer system as required. Monitor, action and respond to emails received via the generic NHSmail account. Update patient demographics i.e. addresses, contact information and liaise with patients where discrepancies are found through PDS updates or informed by relevant persons. Clinical safety netting of pathology results where a clinician has indicated an action needs to be taken i.e. repeat test or book an appointment. Book patients for coils and implants, minor surgery. Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive, de-activate alarm and make all necessary preparations to receive patients. When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that the practice is totally secured Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by management or partners.This list is not exhaustive and will also include, from time-to-time, reasonable management requests which are not included in the above.MINIMUM PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS & COMPETENCIESConfidentiality While seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Health & safetyThe post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include: Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised Keeping own work areas and general / patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually) Reporting potential risks identified Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Infection Control All staff are responsible for protecting themselves and others against infection risks. All staff regardless of whether clinical or not are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any problems with regard to this to the manager. All staff undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and updates as required by this organisation.Equality and diversityThe post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional developmentThe post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work QualityThe post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources CommunicationThe post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the implementation of servicesThe post-holder will: Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Experience working in a busy customer service and admin role.
• Experience of good patient/customer care.
• Experience using Microsoft Office skills, Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Effective time management (planning and organising).
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure.
• Polite and confident.
• Flexible and cooperative.
• Motivated.
• Problem-solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required.
• High levels of integrity and loyalty.
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations.
• Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations.
• Able to communicate effectively and understand the needs of the patient.
• Effectively utilise resources.
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a primary care environment.
• Experience of working in a healthcare setting.
• Experience of Clinical knowledge and terminology.
• SystmOne user skills.

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 5 GCSE's including Maths & English (C or above) or equivalent

Desirable

• Active signposting or Care Navigator training qualification.
• Customer service qualification (NVQ) or equivalent.

Person Specification Experience Essential Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Experience working in a busy customer service and admin role. Experience of good patient/customer care. Experience using Microsoft Office skills, Outlook, Word and Excel. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team. Effective time management (planning and organising). Ability to work as a team member and autonomously. Good interpersonal skills. Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure. Polite and confident. Flexible and cooperative. Motivated. Problem-solver with the ability to process information accurately and effectively, interpreting data as required. High levels of integrity and loyalty. Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations. Ability to work under pressure/in stressful situations. Able to communicate effectively and understand the needs of the patient. Effectively utilise resources. Punctual and committed to supporting the team. Desirable Experience of working in a primary care environment. Experience of working in a healthcare setting. Experience of Clinical knowledge and terminology. SystmOne user skills. Qualifications Essential Minimum of 5 GCSE's including Maths & English (C or above) or equivalent Desirable Active signposting or Care Navigator training qualification. Customer service qualification (NVQ) or equivalent.

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

Crown House Surgery

Address

Retford Primary Care Centre

North Road

Retford

Nottinghamshire

DN22 7XF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.crownhousesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Crown House Surgery

Address

Retford Primary Care Centre

North Road

Retford

Nottinghamshire

DN22 7XF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.crownhousesurgery.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

In this rewarding scrub role, you will work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team to provide safe, high-quality perioperative care for children and young people undergoing complex surgical procedures. You will help prepare the theatre environment, support the surgical team throughout each procedure and ensure that every child and family receives individualised, evidence-based and family-centred care.

You will be a registered nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council or an Operating Department Practitioner registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. Previous scrub or perioperative experience would be welcomed, but we also value your ability to learn, develop and apply your transferable clinical skills. Experience within paediatric surgery is desirable but not essential as you will be given training and support by the perioperative team to develop new skills to equip you in the paediatric setting.You should have effective communication and organisational skills, sound clinical judgement and a commitment to working as part of a diverse team. You will be expected to communicate sensitively with children and families, contribute to safe decision-making and remain calm and focused in a highly specialised clinical environment.

Main duties of the job

You willbe an integral part of our multidisciplinary theatre team, providing safe, high-quality and family-centred perioperative care to children undergoing a wide range of planned, urgent and emergency procedures. Working primarily within the scrub/circulating role, you will contribute to excellent surgical care and maintain the highest standards of patient safety and aseptic practice. You will be supported to develop your clinical expertise and, as your experience and competencies progress, take on greater responsibility, including coordinating theatre activity and leading the team in the absence of senior staff.

About us

We are committed to recruiting the best person for the job through a fair, open and consistent process that is free from bias and discrimination.

We are working towards becoming an anti-racist organisation. This means creating a workplace where every colleague feels seen, heard and valued, and where racism in any form has no place. Our anti-racism commitment is backed by action through our Anti-Racism Statement and action plan, developed in collaboration with our REACH staff network.

We actively challenge discrimination, dismantle barriers and embed equity across all aspects of our workforce, including recruitment, progression and development. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, health condition or employment history.

We particularly welcome applications from ethnically diverse communities, people with disabilities or long-term health conditions, and LGBTQ+ community members. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, a member of the Business Disability Forum, and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.

Our staff networks, including REACH, PRIDE, ENABLED and Women's Networks, are active and executive supported. These employee-led networks play a vital role in shaping an inclusive culture at GOSH and are open to all colleagues.

Together, we are building a culture where inclusion is not optional - it is essential.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full time position as a Medical Laboratory Assistant / Healthcare Science Assistant.

You will support the Biomedical Scientists and microbiology team in providing a clinical technical service to achieve efficient and effective patient care. Working as part of a team, to carry out the receipt, booking-in, processing and testing of specimens to provide a diagnostic microbiology service. Previous experience in laboratories is essential.

You will be working in a team of 26 Biomedical Scientists, 6 Associate Practitioners and 24 MLAs, to process approx. 500,000 microbiology requests per annum.

Main duties of the job

• To work in an effective and efficient way following the appropriate Trust and directorate policies, procedures and guidelines including the departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Prepares and processes patient specimens.
• Prepares urine samples for microscopy.
• Prepares mycology specimens for sendaway.
• Inoculates patient specimen onto culture media for incubation.
• Separates blood samples and sets up tests.
• Prepares chlamydia specimens for immunoassay machine
• Selects single colonies and inoculates test cards for processing through the VITEK identification machine.
• Perform specimen reception tasks including entering accurately patient/specimen details onto the departmental computer system maintaining a valid database.
• Maintain and support the effective use of available resources (equipment and stock) in an efficient way

Closing date of applications: 13 October 2026

Interview date: 27 October 2026

About us

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

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

In return we will offer:

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

Key Facts:

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