Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide a personal assistant and medical secretarial service to a Consultant and other medical staff in relation to their clinical duties.

To manage the Consultants waiting list and the booking of theatre lists in line with Trust policy and national 18 week RTT guidelines.

To undertake medical audio/copy typing duties including outpatient letters to General Practitioners operation notes and letters, discharge summaries and other official correspondence if required.

To undertake responsibility to ensure any outsourced work for the Acute Clinics is correctly checked and uploaded to the Trust records and applications.

To respond to enquiries from GPs, other Health Service personnel, patients and relatives

To participate in the collection and transmission of information to enable the Directorate to meet its objectives.

To assist with sorting day to day post.

To participate in the introduction and use of IT and to provide IT support to colleagues.

To cover, as is practical, Medical Secretary colleagues

To participate in the use of PAS systems to establish patient information is kept as accurate as possible and produce patient documentation as required.

To undertake any other duties as may be required as appropriate by the Consultant or the Directorate Management Team in accordance to the needs of the service.

Person Specification

Skill/Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of National Guidelines including 18 week RTT Self-reliant, ability to work independently and as part of a team Good computer skills Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Good telephone skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Good organisational skills

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS systems Working knowledge of Oasis / PAS / Bluespier / CLIP

Other Job Requirements

Essential

• Adaptable / Flexible Able to prioritise workloads Willing to work flexible hours

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above, or equivalent

Desirable

• Typewriting / word processing RSA AMSPAR qualification or working towards AMSPAR medical terminology qualification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to work in demanding conditions where there is a high volume of activity Accurate and attention to detail Willingness to work with team members to help develop office and communication systems in conjunction with evolving working practices

Experience

Essential

• Previous medical secretarial / hospital experience Previous experience working in a busy office Previous experience of dealing with members of the public

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS systems Working knowledge of Oasis / PAS / Bluespier / CLIP

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

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Charles Hastings Way

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR5 1DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The successful candidate will have an ability to communicate, negotiate and influence a range of managers and staff, have experience of analysing situations in order to advise on an appropriate course of action and an ability to organise their own workload to meet service needs and competing deadlines.

You will be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate, negotiate and influence a range of managers and staff, and have experience of analysing situations in order to advise on an appropriate course of action and an ability to organise your own workload to meet service needs and competing deadlines. There will be substantial development and training opportunities available for someone looking to broaden their knowledge and experience within this field.

Applicants for the People (HR) Advisor position must have:

Degree in Human Resources or HR Knowledge acquired through relevant training and experience working in an HR environment to degree equivalent level

Experience working within an HR environment and supporting managers on a range of employee relations matters

A sound working knowledge of a range of policies and management procedures

It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role.

For find out more about the role please contact Nathalia McLaughlin, People Manager on 07814656126.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Human Resources or equivalent qualification / experience

Desirable

• Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management
• Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
• European Computer Driving Licence

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within an HR environment and supporting managers on a range of employee relations matters
• Proficient in word processing and in-depth knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages
• A sound working knowledge of a range of policies and management procedures

Desirable

• Knowledge/experience of working within an NHS environment
• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods

Other

Essential

• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Northumbria House, Cobalt Business Park

8 Silver Fox Way

Newcastle Upon Tyne

NE25 0QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Duties:

• Deliver face-to-face nursing appointments within the Enhanced Access Service.
• Undertake health assessments and provide evidence-based nursing care.
• Perform cervical cytology screening (where qualified).
• Administer vaccinations and immunisations in accordance with national and local guidance.
• Carry out wound care, dressings, suture removal and other treatment room procedures.
• Monitor and support patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma, COPD and hypertension.
• Conduct NHS Health Checks and preventative health interventions.
• Provide lifestyle advice and health promotion to patients.
• Undertake routine observations and clinical monitoring.
• Recognise deteriorating patients and escalate concerns appropriately.
• Maintain accurate clinical records using EMIS Web and other clinical systems.

Enhanced Access Service Responsibilities

• Support delivery of the PCN's Enhanced Access service specification.
• Work across PCN sites as required.
• Ensure appointments are utilised effectively and efficiently.
• Promote continuity of care through effective communication with patients' registered practices.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within General Practice, Community Nursing or Primary Care.
• Experience of delivering treatment room services.
• Experience of long-term condition management.
• Experience using electronic clinical records systems.

Desirable

• General Practice Nurse experience.
• Experience working within a PCN or Enhanced Access service.

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Excellent clinical and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of infection prevention and control.
• Understanding of safeguarding children and adults.
• Good organisational and time management skills.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Immunisation and vaccination training or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Cervical screening qualification.
• Chronic disease management qualification.
• Independent Prescriber qualification.

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

Maidenhead Primary Care Network

Address

St. Marks Hospital

112 St. Marks Road

Maidenhead

Berkshire

SL6 6DU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Highly Specialist Paediatric Diabetes Dietitian will manage a designated clinical caseload.

Use clinical judgment and autonomous decision making about the specialist dietetic management of BCYP with diabetes.

Be clinically competent in all areas of advanced practice and equipment use relating to the current management of childhood diabetes e.g. insulin injection and pump therapy, blood glucose and sensor monitoring.

Adhere to and implement the Trust policy in relation to Child Safeguarding

Support key partners within both the community and acute settings and work collaboratively and effectively with all other health care professionals, those allied to health and those in the third sector services.

Provide leadership and direct line-management for a small team of dietetic staff supporting them to care for a caseload of babies, children and young people.

Facilitate multidisciplinary teamwork to deliver a high standard diabetes service to BCYP, adolescents, families and carers.

Participate in a regular review of the responsibilities of the multidisciplinary team as a service provider, examining the structure and processes against all criteria identified in the Best Practice Tariff, National Paediatric Diabetes Audit and Peer review.

The candidate will work cross-site within East Kent and will participate pro-rata in the Out of Hours telephone on-call service for BCYP and their families ensuring they have access to specialist diabetes advice.

You will mainly work within the hospital setting but the role may entail time within the home and the community; enhancing established links with schools and other community groups and forging new ones. Dedicated childrens diabetes clinics are established in five localities within the Trust whilst inpatient care following diagnosis is provided by the two busy childrens wards on two main sites in Margate and Ashford.

You will be supported by a dedicated specialist team to professionally develop further within the speciality.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• oCurrent HCPC registration.
• oDegree in Nutrition and Dietetics or Post -graduate Diploma or equivalent qualification.
• oEvidence of continuing professional development within the specialty.
• oTrained in facilitated learning for Undergraduate Practice Placements.

Desirable

• oMaster's Degree in a health related subject relevant to area of clinical specialty and advanced practice or Masters/L7 programme commenced.
• oNHS Leadership Academy qualification e.g. 'Edward Jenner', 'Mary Seacole'.
• oMember of BDA specialist group

Knowledge, skills and experience

Essential

• oSignificant postgraduate healthcare experience equivalent to L7 demonstrating professional development across the four pillars of practice.
• oExperience in the use of insulin pump and continuous glucose monitoring systems including Hybrid closed loop therapy (HCL)
• oExperience of working with patients/service users to resolve concerns and improve their experience.
• oEvidence of effective networking or matrix working.
• oExperience of supervising staff and delivering training.
• oDemonstrate knowledge and understanding of the issues involved with working in a busy acute setting.
• oExperience of assessing complex patients and developing specialised programmes of care.
• oExperience of working with babies, children and young people with diabetes.

Desirable

• oExperience of presenting to groups of staff/public.
• oExperience of working with children and young people with diabetes
• oExperience in supporting both pre-post registration learners to achieve appraisal objectives

Governance

Essential

• oUnderstanding of quality governance, patient safety and patient experience tools to support clinical practice and service improvement.
• oSound knowledge and understanding of national policy and guidance
• oUtilisation of clinical effectiveness tools to deliver quality improvement e.g. risk management and clinical audit.
• oEvidence of innovative practice utilising research and audit.
• oExperience of contributing to quality improvement in safety/quality improvement projects.
• oExperience of writing reports and presenting to teams or small groups

Desirable

• oExperience of implementing and evaluating improvements in care

Personal/Professional attributes

Essential

• oAbility to work within a team to achieving goals for a shared vision.
• oEvidence of service development and delivery in practice.
• oAbility to problem solve, anticipate and plan, individually and within a team.
• oAbility to prioritise care delivery in a professional manner, considering Trust policies and procedures.
• oKnowledge of quality assurance and improvement methodology.
• oAbility to organise and manage own work
• oKnowledge of health policy and application to practice
• oDemonstrate self-awareness and critical reflection

Other requirements

Essential

• oFlexibility in working patterns to meet the needs of the service.
• oCommitment to equity and diversity.
• oSelf-motivated, positive, adaptable and flexible approach.
• oUpholds and role models the Trust values.
• oAbility to travel across sites to meet the needs of the service

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

William Harvey Hospital

Kennington Road

Ashford

TN24 0LZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.

All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Educated to degree level or able to demonstrate equivalent experience in project management, contracting/commissioning or a related field.
• Experience working with NHS providers, contractors, local authorities or system partners.
• Experience supporting business case development and navigating capital approval processes.
• Experience managing budgets, contracts or procurement processes

Competencies & Attributes

Essential

• Ability to plan, coordinate and deliver projects and workstreams with strong project management skills
• Understanding of estates planning, capital investment and regulatory requirements
• Ability to interpret policy, guidance and technical information.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board

Address

Gail House

Maidstone

ME15 6NB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with the UK General Dental council with performer number and no restrictions

Desirable

• Relevant postgraduate dental qualification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrates competency in Level 1 Dentistry (e.g: Routine examinations, restorations, provision of partial and full dentures, root canal treatments, stainless steel crowns using the Hall Technique etc)
• Experience of delivering dental care in a range of dental service settings e.g. mobile dental unit &/or domiciliary setting
• Experience of working with children and adults with special needs

Desirable

• Epidemiology fieldwork
• Experience working with Dentally dental Software

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Enhanced clinical skills which will support the delivery of services outlined in the service specification
• Skills to provide dental care under sedation (Inhalation sedation/ Intravenous sedation).

Desirable

• Communication skills required to build partnerships with stakeholders outside the immediate clinical environment

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Compliance with GDC standards for dental professionals, and knowledge and skills to promote These standards within the clinical team
• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible.

Desirable

• Interest in leading projects and service development

Management and Leadership

Essential

• Ability to lead and manage the immediate clinical environment and team.

Desirable

• Experience in teaching/ clinical supervision

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Aylesham Health centre

Aylesham

CT3 3BB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Lead Nurse for Diabetes is a senior clinical role within the Tier 2 Neighbourhood Support Team. The postholder holds a patient-facing caseload, delivering advanced diabetes nursing care in complex multimorbidity as an autonomous clinician. Responsibilities include insulin and injectable initiation and titration; use of CGM and Flash Glucose Monitoring data for titration; delivery of structured education; joint visits with district nursing for assisted insulin; contribution to the Tier 2 MDT and weekly Tier 3 MDT (combined with the LTHT community diabetes MDT); joint clinics with Practice Diabetes Leads; TARGET education across Tier 1; Advice and Guidance to primary care within 24-hour urgent and one-week routine SLAs; clinical leadership and supervision of nursing colleagues; and active outreach to people in deprivation deciles 1 to 3 and named priority groups. Contribution to service development, quality improvement and equity of diabetes care.

Purpose of the role

The Clinical Lead Nurse for Diabetes is a senior clinical role within the Tier 2 Neighbourhood Support Team of the Diabetes Neighbourhood Health Programme a new integrated model of care for adults aged 1867 with diabetes (any type) and two or more other long-term conditions, delivered across the Beeston and Middleton & Hunslet PCN footprint and expanding across the Multi-Neighbourhood over the three-year development period.

The role is patient-facing, holds an active caseload within the Tier 2 cohort, and delivers advanced diabetes nursing care across injectable therapy, structured education and complex multimorbidity. The postholder is a core participant in the Tier 2 MDT and the weekly Tier 3 MDT (combined with the existing LTHT community diabetes MDT), provides Advice and Guidance to primary care, leads joint clinics with the Practice Diabetes Lead in each footprint practice, and drives workforce development across Tier 1 and Tier 2 through quarterly TARGET education.

Active outreach and engagement with deprivation deciles 13 and named priority groups (people with learning disability, serious mental illness, those homeless or vulnerably housed, those who smoke or use substances, adults living alone) is a core expectation of the role. The postholder is expected to work in a person-centred, trauma-informed way, with a working understanding of the wider social determinants of health.

Key duties and responsibilities

Advanced diabetes nursing and injectable therapy

Advanced clinical assessment and consultation with patients on the Tier 2 caseload, including remote and asynchronous consultation.

Insulin initiation, titration and ongoing management across all regimens basal, biphasic, basal-bolus including remote support by phone and asynchronous tools.

Subcutaneous GLP-1 receptor agonist initiation, titration and ongoing management (oral GLP-1 and GLP-1 / GIP formulations are prescribed at Tier 1).

Use of Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) and Flash Glucose Monitoring data for titration, escalation and shared decision-making.

Joint visits with district nursing for patients requiring assisted insulin administration.

Delivery of structured diabetes education DAFNE, DESMOND, Confidence with Carbohydrates or equivalent, and pre-conception / pre-pregnancy education where relevant.

Non-Medical Prescribing within scope of practice (post-holders holding V300); clear escalation to Tier 2 Pharmacist or Tier 3 Consultant colleagues for complex prescribing decisions.

Recognition of and appropriate response to acute deterioration, including sick-day rules education, hypo unawareness identification and referral to Tier 3 or Tier 4 as required.

Care coordination and complex multimorbidity

Holding and managing an active caseload within the Tier 2 cohort, with responsibility for planning, delivering and evaluating patient-centred nursing care.

Care coordination across the Tier 2 team who holds the patient list, how follow-up cadence is decided, and how patients move safely between tiers.

Contribution to the Tier 2 approach to cardio-renal-metabolic multimorbidity, working alongside the Specialist Pharmacist, Specialist Dietitian, Specialist Podiatrist and Registered Nurse development post.

Recognition of psychological, social and mental health needs affecting engagement and self-management with liaison into mental health, learning disability, homelessness and substance-use services.

Reconciliation of care following discharge from hospital or transfer from other services, working with community pharmacy and hospital teams to ensure continuity.

MDT participation and clinical decision-making

Active participation in the Tier 2 MDT fortnightly for complex / high-risk cases and 812 weekly for moderate-risk cases.

Weekly attendance and active contribution to the Tier 3 Clinical Oversight Group MDT, combined with the existing LTHT community diabetes MDT.

Presenting cases, drafting shared care plans and taking responsibility for nursing-related actions arising from MDT discussion.

Escalation to Tier 4 for pump / hybrid closed loop, DKA / HHS follow-up, high-risk foot MDT, antenatal diabetes and other specialist pathways as required.

Advice & Guidance and joint clinics with primary care

Provide Advice and Guidance to primary care within agreed SLAs 24 hours for urgent enquiries, one week for routine for clinical questions beyond the Tier 1 remit and short of MDT escalation.

Lead quarterly joint clinics with the Practice Diabetes Lead in each footprint practice, on the model described in the Programme Education, Training and Support Plan.

Deliver nursing content within the quarterly TARGET education sessions for Practice Diabetes Leads, cascading learning into wider practice teams.

Support Practice Diabetes Leads to cascade learning through practice clinical meetings.

Outreach, equity and engagement

Active recruitment and engagement from deprivation deciles 13, with DNA monitoring and proactive approaches to reduce DNAs.

Outreach to named priority groups people with learning disability, serious mental illness, those homeless or vulnerably housed, those with substance-use co-morbidity, adults living alone.

Flexible appointment access including evening, digital and asynchronous options; home visits where clinically indicated.

Liaison with mental health teams for patients with SMI and antipsychotic-induced metabolic disturbance.

Liaison with drug and alcohol services and homelessness services.

Workplace engagement and reasonable-adjustment support via Healthy Working Lives.

Working in partnership with third-sector and asset-based community delivery partners as active collaborators, not downstream referrals.

Nursing quality, safety and improvement

Work to NMC Code and professional standards; ensure practice, and that of colleagues, is grounded in evidence-based theoretical and practical knowledge.

Identify cohorts of patients at high risk of harm through structured searches (EMIS / SystmOne) and act on findings.

Contribute to clinical audit within the Tier 2 caseload and across the Programme; feed back results and implement changes with the Tier 2 team, Practice Diabetes Leads and the Tier 3 Clinical Oversight Group.

Contribute to the Programme's outcomes and evaluation framework, particularly on nursing-related outcomes, safety indicators and equity of access.

Comply with the organisations Infection Prevention and Control requirements, including bare below the elbows dress code.

Leadership, supervision and workforce development

Provide clinical leadership on diabetes nursing practice within the Tier 2 Neighbourhood Support Team.

Provide supervision and mentorship to the Registered Nurse development post, and to less experienced colleagues within scope.

Act as a role model to all staff, ensuring a professional service and image is maintained at all times.

Contribute to workforce development plans across Tier 1 and Tier 2 nursing, in partnership with the Tier 3 Diabetes Matron and the wider Tier 3 group.

Practice supervisor / educator role for pre-registration and post-qualification nursing learners as required.

Effective and efficient use of clinical resources (staff, supplies) within own sphere of responsibility.

Service development

Contribute nursing advice for the development and iteration of the Diabetes Neighbourhood Health Programme model including step-up / step-down criteria, pathway design, and operational standards.

Contribute to Year 2 and Multi-Neighbourhood expansion planning.

Analyse, interpret and present nursing and outcomes data to highlight issues, opportunities and risks to support programme decision-making.

Collaborative working relationships

Work collaboratively with the Tier 2 clinical lead, Programme Manager, and the Tier 3 Clinical Oversight Group.

Maintain strong relationships with PCN Clinical Directors, Practice Diabetes Leads and practice nursing teams across the footprint.

Liaise with the Leeds ICB, LCH, LTHT and neighbouring GP federations for consistency of patient care.

Engage with the Leeds diabetes nursing network and other diabetes special interest groups for peer support.

Liaise with LCH community diabetes teams, LTHT specialist diabetes services, community pharmacy, mental health services, drug and alcohol services, and VCSE partners as required.

Foster and maintain strong links with all services across the multi-neighbourhood footprint.

Please see attached job description for more info

Person Specification

Additional criteria

Essential

• Advanced clinical assessment and consultation skills.
• Highly specialist knowledge of diabetes across Type 1, Type 2, atypical presentations and complex multimorbidity.
• Confident with SGLT2i, GLP-1, insulin regimen selection and use of CGM or Flash data for shared decision-making.
• Autonomous within scope of practice, with clear understanding of when to escalate to Tier 3.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including complex or potentially distressing conversations with patients and families.
• Demonstrable understanding of the wider determinants of health and their impact on communities.
• Demonstrable commitment to reducing health inequalities and proactively reaching under-served populations.
• Person-centred and trauma-informed approach to consultations.
• Ability to plan, manage, monitor and review nursing care for a long-term-conditions cohort.
• Ability to influence, motivate and negotiate across professional and organisational boundaries.
• Clinical leadership presence and ability to role-model professional standards.
• Willingness to challenge and be challenged, including consultants and GPs, in the patient's best interest.
• Comfortable with the ambiguity of a new service, and willing to iterate, evaluate and adjust.
• Confident with digital consultation, MDT tools and asynchronous working.
• Emotional resilience, self-awareness, humility and curiosity.
• Access to own transport and ability to travel across the multi-neighbourhood footprint.
• Meets DBS reference standards.
• Up-to-date mandatory training and immunisation status.

Desirable

• Awareness of the Leeds Proactive Care and Integrated Neighbourhood Health frameworks.
• Understanding of NHS commissioning, business-case development and the wider system architecture.
• Interest in contributing to research, service evaluation or Year 2 business-case development.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial post-registration experience as a Diabetes Nurse Specialist or equivalent diabetes-specialist nursing role.
• Practical experience of insulin regimen optimisation across all regimens (basal, biphasic, basal-bolus).
• Practical experience of subcutaneous GLP-1 initiation, titration and ongoing management.
• Experience of joint working with district nursing for assisted insulin administration.
• Experience of MDT working across community and acute care.
• Experience of delivering structured diabetes education (DAFNE, DESMOND, Confidence with Carbohydrates or equivalent).
• Experience of clinical supervision and mentorship of junior nursing colleagues.
• Experience of working with people affected by health inequalities.
• Experience of contributing to service development, quality improvement or clinical audit.
• Experience of leadership in practice, including day-to-day team leadership and delegation.

Desirable

• Experience of working across the acute, community and primary care interface.
• Experience of CGM, Flash Glucose Monitoring and insulin pump technology.
• Experience of leading or contributing to clinical audit and quality improvement projects.
• Experience of contributing to research or service evaluation.
• Working experience of EMIS and SystmOne clinical systems.
• Experience of change management or new-service implementation.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration.
• Post-graduate learning to Master's level or equivalent.
• Independent Non-Medical Prescribing (V300), or working towards.
• Recognised specialist diabetes course or qualification (Diabetes Specialist Practitioner course, Warwick, Leicester, Sheffield modules, or equivalent).
• Teaching, training or mentorship qualification, or experience to an equivalent level.
• Maintains a portfolio of CPD in line with NMC standards.

Desirable

• Full Master's degree in Advanced Clinical Practice.
• Formal teaching qualification (PGCert HE or equivalent).
• Leadership or management qualification (NHS Leadership Academy or equivalent).
• Formal training in health inequalities, trauma-informed care, or behaviour-change approaches such as Making Every Contact Count.

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

South and East Leeds GP Group

Address

Hosted Empolyers address

1st Floor Park Edge Practice

Asket Drive

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS14 1HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Engineering, Design, Materials or Biosciences

Desirable

• Research qualification (master or doctorate degree)

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and experience with using a range of 3D printers and 3D design packages, including knowledge of rapid prototyping and manufacturing

Desirable

• Knowledge and basic understanding of the equipment and their processes within a dental and/or prosthetics laboratory

Skills

Desirable

• 3D design and manufacture using 3D software and a variety of 3D printers

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

Bristol NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bristol 3D Medical Centre, Frenchay Beckspool Building

Frenchay Park Road

Bristol

BS16 1LE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The management responsibility of the post-holder will be to the clinical lead for Cardiology, Dr Piyush Jain who is responsible to the Divisional Director (Dr. Niall Keenan), the Medical Director (Dr Michael van der Watt) and Chief Executive and Trust Board.

The detailed job description and person specification included in job description and person specification

Person Specification

Essential

Essential

• Full registration with the GMC with a licence to practice.
• CCT in Cardiology (or within 6 months at time of interview) or inclusion on the Specialist Register
• MRCP or equivalent
• Ability to offer a specialist clinical opinion on the full range of acute cardiac conditions, including emergencies
• Ability to take full and independent responsibility for clinical care of patients in all clinical settings

Desirable

• MD or PhD from UK University or equivalent
• Experience in CRM

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

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

Watford General Hospital

Watford General Hospital

Watford

WD18 0HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community differencehere.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC/NVQ Level 3 in pharmaceutical science or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• Registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council

Desirable

• Working within a primary care setting desirable

Attributes

Essential

• Skills for communication on complex information and administrative matters, requiring developed interpersonal and oral/ written communication skills
• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible.

Competencies

Essential

• Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands

Desirable

• Skills for supporting project management
• Skills for managing aspects of projects ensuring they meet financial targets.
• Advanced keyboard skills, use of a range of software

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trinity House 110-120 Upper Pemberton Kennington Ashford TN25 4AZ

Kennington Ashford

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Opening up and locking-up of Practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with Practice protocols
• Maintaining and monitoring the Practice appointments system
• Processing inbound and outbound telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional
• Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail
• Taking messages and passing on information
• Arranging recall of patients e.g. annual reviews
• Filing and retrieving paper records
• Liaise with the prescription hub in order to process repeat prescriptions in accordance with Practice guidelines
• Computer data entry / data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with Practice procedures
• Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team member and associated healthcare agencies and providers
• Scan documents
• Manage the charges for non NHS work undertaken by the practice including taking payment by cash / cheque / card
• Ensure tasks work cleared daily
• Efficiently communicate and handover information to colleagues at the end of your shift
• Providing clerical assistance to Practice and associated NHS staff
• Ordering, re-ordering and monitoring of stationery and other supplies in accordance with Practice guidelines
• Provision of refreshments for staff and visitors as required, loading and emptying the dishwasher and keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy
• Keeping the reception area, noticeboards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutter
• Any other duties as reasonably requested
• Mentoring of new staff in induction programme
• To participate in mandatory training, IPDR, and personal development plans to learn new skills as part of self-development
• Cleaning of reception area
• Entering BP results onto the clinical system

Person Specification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Adaptability and flexibility
• Accuracy
• Working as part of a team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Trustworthy and reliable

Experience

Essential

• Experience of patient or customer service, ideally customer-facing
• Experience of working in a telephone environment
• Experience of reception work

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience

Qualifications

Essential

• Demonstrates a good standard of written and spoken English

Desirable

• Minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent Grade C4 or above

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Customer service skills
• Good keyboard and IT skills literate with Microsoft Word and Outlook, and able to adapt to using third-party software
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

• Understanding of medical terminology
• Understanding of EMIS

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

Tyntesfield Medical Group

Address

Long Ashton Surgery

55, 57 Rayens Cross Rd

Long Ashton

Bristol

BS41 9DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What we offer:

• Hybrid working arrangements – As NHSBT operates nationally, this role is classified as a hybrid position. You will undertake the majority of your duties from home and be assigned to the NHSBT centre closest to your home address. This approach provides greater flexibility to help balance work and personal commitments. Due to the travel requirements of the role, you will also be expected to travel and work from other NHSBT locations as required including occasional irregular hours and overnight stays where required, with prior notice
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on 6th September 2026.

Interviews are anticipated to be held on 18th September 2026 – subject to confirmation.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent senior-level experience.
• Programme Management qualification, e.g., MSP Practitioner or MSP advanced practitioner or with equivalent experience
• Project Management qualification, e.g APM Registered Project Professional, or Major Projects Leadership Academy, PRINCE 2
• Risk Management qualification (e.g., MoR) or equivalent experience.
• Better Business Cases (Five Case Model) training or equivalent.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience leading complex change programmes and specialist projects with demonstrable benefits delivered.
• Extensive experience as a Programme Manager, with a proven track record of overseeing the end-to-end delivery of complex specialist programmes.
• Experience of developing business cases using the Five Case Model and navigating public-sector approvals.
• Proven track record in risk and issue management, governance, and assurance processes.
• Experience of stakeholder engagement and communications planning at senior levels.
• Experience of line management, including performance management and staff development.
• Experience of managing budgets and procurement processes in a public-sector context.
• Experience of benefits realisation and change management in complex environments.

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

England

Barnsley Blood Centre, Capitol Way, Dodworth

England

South Yorkshire

S75 3FG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• You will have either: Level 4 qualification (e.g. certificate of higher education, higher national certificate, NVQ level 4) o Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.
• You'll need to have recent experience of team working and versatility to take on a variety of tasks.
• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• You'll need have sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing. Which at times may also require gaining cooperation from others through tact and persuasive skills particularly where there are barriers to understanding
• You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience
• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases
• You will have excellent attention to details, accuracy and organisational skills. You will know when you are within your own limits and when to escalate

Desirable

• Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage.

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Queen Victoria Memorial Hospital

Hernebay

CT6 6EB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We have a nationally recognised track record of innovation and clinical excellence. Teams are encouraged to explore new ways of implementing evidence into practice. Close links are maintained with Newcastle University and Therapists have full access to library and R&D facilities within Northumbria Healthcare.

Essential Criteria:

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice
• Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
• Car driver

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience of working within the Paediatric SLT field
• Experience of working in partnership with Education and Early Years partners

The post holder will be required to work at sites across the Trust.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree qualification or equivalent
• Health and Care Professions Council - Licence to Practice
• Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Relevant experience at undergraduate/post graduate level

Desirable

• Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools
• Knowledge of or experience in Quality improvement tools, techniques and methods

Other Requirements

Essential

• It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Child Health Centre, Wansbeck General Hospital

Woodhorn Lane

Ashington

NE63 9JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further.

The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.

Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.

We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.

At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.

Find out more about the community difference here.

Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• Level 4 qualification (e.g. certificate of higher education, higher national certificate, NVQ level 4) Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience
• You'll need to have recent experience of team working and versatility to take on a variety of tasks
• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience
• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases.
• You'll need have sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing. Which at times may also require gaining cooperation from others through tact and persuasive skills particularly where there are barriers to understanding

Desirable

• Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unit G

Maidstone

ME16 9NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Renal Dietitians, Tel: 0113 2065886, Email: [email protected] Shortlisting Date: 02.09.26 Interview Date: 18.09.26

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist, evidencebased dietetic care across acute inpatient and outpatient services
• Support patients across the full renal pathway, including:
  • Chronic kidney disease stages 3–5
  • Predialysis care
  • Renal replacement therapies
  • Posttransplantation care
• Undertake comprehensive clinical and dietary assessments to identify nutritional diagnoses
• Develop and implement individualised, patientcentred treatment plans that support safe biochemical outcomes
• Educate patients, carers and healthcare professionals on therapeutic diets and nutrition support in kidney disease

As a Specialist Dietitian, you will also contribute to service development, quality improvement and professional practice across the Dietetic Department and Renal Services. The team places high value on health, wellbeing and worklife balance, and we are proud to offer a flexible, supportive and inclusive working environment.

The post will be primarily based at St James’s University Hospital, with some crosssite working as required.

We are committed to investing in our people so they can achieve their full potential. Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust provides extensive training and career development opportunities across all departments and staff groups.

We foster a culture where people take pride in their work, respect one another and work collaboratively to deliver the highest standards of patient care. We offer a supportive, inclusive and productive working environment, where every role is valued.

You will join a large, friendly and dynamic Nutrition and Dietetic Department, which delivers regular professional development events and supports A, B and C placement students. The department benefits from strong clerical support and excellent access to IT and library resources.

Our Trust values are being patientcentred, empowered, collaborative, fair and accountable. If these values resonate with you, we welcome your application

We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge:

Qualifications:

• HCPC Registered Dietitian, please provide registration number
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Member of the British Dietetic Association (Desirable)
• Leadership skills training (Desirable)
• Motivational Interviewing/ Behaviour Change Training (Desirable)

Experience:

Experience of working as a dietitian within an acute healthcare setting (NHS hospital experience is desirable)

Demonstrate an understanding of the specialist areas & experience of oral nutrition support and enteral feeding

Skills & Behaviours:

Demonstrate & evidence good teamworking skills

Demonstrate & evidence care and compassion when working with others.

Demonstration & evidence supervisory skills (staff/ student/ Preceptor supervision)

Practical Skills:

Demonstrate good workload management and organisational skills.

Demonstrate & evidence motivational skills

Experience of developing and delivering nutritional education or training

Please see the attached job description for further information about this vacancy.

Our Trust values

The Leeds Way is working together to support each other and deliver the best possible care to patients.

We are….

Responsible Open and Honest One Team Kind

Our Trust priorities

Our purpose: Excellent, safe and sustainable care for every patient every time

Our priorities:

People Improvement and Innovation Partnerships Outcomes

To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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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

Leeds Teaching Hospitals

Address

St James’s University Hospital

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS9 7TF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description for more detail around main responsibilities and specification requirements

Note: Previous applications need not re-apply as this would not be considered

Person Specification

Royal Free World Class Values

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to meet the Trust values

Education & professional qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE's or equivalent
• Key skills level 2 in Literacy or equivalent

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of dealing sensitively with client/patient concerns in emotive and distressing circumstances
• Experience of undertaking detailed, intensive work in a busy administrative environment
• Experience of using information technology such as Word and Excel in work-related activities
• Demonstrate awareness of issues around confidentiality
• Ability to work independently and under pressure
• Good knowledge of Microsoft systems including word, excel and outlook

Desirable

• Supervisory experience
• Working knowledge of the NHSBSP

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Good organisational skills
• Ability to use own skill and judgement to select the most appropriate action form a range of alternative approaches
• Able to sustain meticulous attention to accuracy and detail
• Good level of verbal and written communication
• Good interpersonal and listening skills
• Able to handle difficult and distressing situations effectively
• Able to prioritise own workload to set and meet deadlines
• Able to compose correspondence and reports
• Able to work as part of a team
• Punctuality

Desirable

• Able to present information to others
• Able to influence, advise and motivate others

Personal qualities and attributes

Desirable

• Good knowledge of the NHS breast screening programme
• Good knowledge of the National Breast Screening System (NBSS)