Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

To support the Practice Manager in carrying out day-to-day activity and to provide an element of cover and source of advice in the event of practice manager absence. The post holder will work closely with, and under the direction of, the Practice Manager and Partners to improve standards across a wide range of clinical and administrative activity.

We are initially looking for an experienced individual who has demonstrated leadership experience within General Practice, including experience of leading IT and clinical systems within a practice. The successful candidate should be confident in advanced EMIS Web and able to provide advice, guidance and support to colleagues in the effective use of EMIS and other practice IT systems.

Main Duties:

• Data protection to support the Practice Manager with ensuring all relevant policies and procedures are in place and are kept up to date.
• Staff training to support the Practice Manager with organising mandatory staff training and ensuring up-to-date records are kept.

To provide leadership to the Reception and administrative support teams, continuously developing and implementing efficient processes that optimise staff workflow and patient pathways.

Support and assist the Practice Manager with any other duties as appropriate.

Ensure the smooth operation of the clinical and non-clinical information and data management systems within the practice.

Ensure smooth running of facility infrastructure within the practice, maintaining regular service and maintenance and updating scheduling.

To be responsible for the production of information on performance and quality standards within the practice.

To manage data quality issues, providing advice and guidance to all practice staff in the use of the clinical system.

To analyse and interpret data and assist with planning and monitoring work undertaken in relation to Directed, National and Local Enhanced Services and the Quality & Outcomes Framework, taking appropriate action to ensure that all targets are achieved and accurate claims are returned to the reporting body.

To act as Practice Administrator for the clinical IT systems and telephony and as Practice Co-ordinator for IT hardware issues.

To provide leadership in relation to the practice IT systems, ensuring effective use of EMIS Web and supporting staff with advanced EMIS functions and data quality.

To lead on IT-related processes within the practice, liaising with relevant IT providers and supporting the Practice Manager and GP Partners with the ongoing development of practice IT systems.

To set targets and monitor standards for data entry and data collection undertaken by the administration team and Data Quality & IT Assistant.

Confidentiality

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

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, to include:

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines.
• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks.
• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills.
• Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards.
• Reporting potential risks identified.

Equality and Diversity

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

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

Personal/Professional Development

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

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

Quality:

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

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

Communication:

The post-holder should recognize 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.

This job description is intended as a guide and may be subject to review and amendment following consultation with the post holder in light of developments within the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
• Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care

Desirable

• 3-5 years General practice Leadership experience
• IT Skills
• Familiar with ADVANCED EMIS Web Application.

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

The Cedar Brook Practice

Address

11 Kingshill Close

Hayes

Middlesex

UB4 8DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information regarding the role please read the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Criteria

Essential

• Evidence of a good standard of written English appropriate to the role
• A complete and accurate application
• Suitability for role evidenced in supporting statement
• Evidence of essential experience for role
• Meet the essential education/qualifications required for the role
• Hold the necessary mandatory professional/clinical registration
• Evidence of the Trust values and behaviours
• Evidence of any other essential criteria outlined in the person specification

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

Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Address

East Surrey Hospital

Canada Avenue

Redhill

RH1 5RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective, and patient-centred nursing care in a primary care setting
• Undertake long-term condition management clinics including (but not limited to) diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease
• Perform cervical screening in line with the NHS Cervical Screening Programme
• Administer childhood and adult immunisations and vaccinations
• Carry out wound care, dressings, and minor injury management
• Support health promotion and disease prevention activities, including lifestyle advice and patient education
• Identify and escalate safeguarding concerns in line with practice policies
• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous clinical records using EMIS Web

Professional Responsibilities

• Work within the NMC Code of Professional Conduct at all times
• Maintain up-to-date professional registration, revalidation, and CPD
• Participate in clinical supervision, appraisal, and personal development planning
• Actively engage in training, reflective practice, and continuous learning
• Support students, new starters, and colleagues as appropriate

Quality, Governance, and Safety

• Contribute to QOF, enhanced services, and local incentive schemes
• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and service evaluation
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and control
• Comply with all practice policies, procedures, and clinical governance frameworks
• Support CQC standards, including Safe, Effective, and Well-Led domains

Team Working and Communication

• Work collaboratively with GPs, pharmacists and the wider PCN team
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
• Contribute positively to a supportive and respectful team culture
• Use digital systems and data to support clinical decision-making and service improvement

Technology and Innovation

• Use clinical systems (EMIS Web, Accurx, NHS systems) effectively and accurately
• Engage with digital tools and new ways of working to improve efficiency and patient experience
• Support data-driven approaches to long-term condition management and recall systems

Confidentiality and Information Governance

• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times in line with GDPR and NHS guidance
• Ensure information is recorded, stored, and shared appropriately

Other Responsibilities

• Undertake any other reasonable duties appropriate to the role
• Flexibility to support service delivery in line with practice needs

Health & Safety

• Take reasonable care for own health and safety and that of others
• Report incidents, near misses, and concerns in line with practice policy

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• -Previous experience working in an NHS GP practice
• -Experience supporting QOF, enhanced services, or local incentive schemes
• -Experience working within a multidisciplinary or PCN team
• -Experience contributing to clinical audits or quality improvement projects
• -Experience using EMIS Web and AccuRx
• -Sound knowledge of primary care nursing and NHS clinical pathways
• -Ability to deliver evidence-based care in line with national and local guidelines
• -Understanding of infection prevention and control in a GP surgery setting
• -Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities for adults and children

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Adult) with current NMC registration
• Level 6 Diploma or Postgraduate qualification in a long-term condition
• Evidence of ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

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

Broomfield Park Medical Centre

Address

Spon End

Coventry

CV1 3HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Facilities provides a wide range of non clinical support services to patients, staff and visitors. The services provided include Cleaning, Catering, including serving patient food and Portering.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay or skill level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change.

This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A good general level of education
• Basic literacy and numeracy

Desirable

• Keyboard / Computer skills

Training

Desirable

• COSHH, Sharps and Manual Handling Procedures

Experience

Essential

• Experience or working within a catering, cleaning or portering environment

Desirable

• Previous Experience in Facilities Services areas

Skills

Essential

• Ability to converse tactfully and within identified guidelines with patients, visitors and staff
• Ability to be flexible in approach

Knowledge

Essential

• Basic knowledge of Health and Safety

Desirable

• Awareness of Low Secure Hospitals
• Health and Safety Policies and Procedures
• Basic knowledge of food safety

Values and Behaviours

Essential

• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion Teamwork
• All colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislation

Contractual

Essential

• Shift flexibility may be required from time to time, including weekend and Bank Holidays Requirement to attend mandatory and job specific training
• Comply to Personal Appearance Standards and Personal Protective Equipment (Staff Uniform)

Desirable

• A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010

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

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wathwood Hospital

Gipsy Green Lane

Wath Upon Dearne

S63 7TQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will assist with participant identification and recruitment, obtaining informed consent from patients and will have responsibility for organising patient visits, collection and processing of patient samples, completion of case report forms and maintenance of study documentation according to Good Clinical Practice (ICH -GCP).

You will have experience of working within the Trust Divisions. Clinical research experience within the NHS is desirable but full training and mentoring will be provided.

The post holder will assist with participant identification and recruitment, obtaining informed consent from patients and will have responsibility for organising patient visits, collection and processing of patient samples, completion of case report forms and maintenance of study documentation according to Good Clinical Practice (ICH -GCP).

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registered Adult Nurse
• Evidence of continuous personal and professional development and a clear vision of their academic pathway

Desirable

• Good Clinical (GCP) Practice Certification or working towards completion of this training.
• Evidence of relevant post registration qualifications

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 1-year Clinical experience in a healthcare setting
• Articulates understanding of prioritising clinical issues
• Explaining complex concepts to patients/participants
• Experience of using MS Office and Excel spreadsheet
• Experience working within the within the UEC, Medicine, or surgical speciality

Desirable

• Experience of working in clinical research, participant recruitment or research delivery in any healthcare setting.
• Awareness of or willingness to undertake ICH Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Collaborating with other agencies
• Role of Ethics, HRA, R&D legislation, and the consent process in clinical research

Key Skills

Essential

• Experience of working effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organisational skills, including the ability to prioritise a caseload and manage time effectively.
• Effective communication skills with participants, carers and families
• Effective communications skills, both written and oral with the ability to explain complex concepts to colleagues, participants, carers and relatives.
• Demonstrates commitment to the principles of clinical governance and clinical supervision
• Phlebotomy skills or willingness to undertake

Desirable

• Experience in managing data with meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in data collection skills.
• Demonstrated skills in a range of disciplines
• Presentation skills
• Competent with database applications and data presentation

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

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Hinchingbrooke Hospital

Hinchingbrooke Park

Huntingdon

PE29 6NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Providing basic and advanced transthoracic echo reports to a high standard.

Training of junior team members and clinicians.

Experience in a range of diagnostics is desirable in order for you to support and advise colleagues when required.

Please see job description for full details of the role responsibilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Experience

Essential

• Achieved Qualifications/years experience

Desirable

• MSc/MSCT

Post Graduate Qualification

Essential

• BSE or equivalent

Management experience

Essential

• Evidence/demonstrated first line management experience.

Desirable

• Management qualification

Continued Prof Development

Essential

• Evidence/demonstrated CPD
• Advanced echo experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

Trust Wide

Hucknall Road, Nottingham

Nottingham

NG5 1PB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsible for the repair, maintenance and servicing of a defined range of medical equipment/devices, requiring a high degree of competence, experience and specialised knowledge.Please note we are also willing to consider candidates who dont meet all the essential criteria as a progression against agreed milestones, this will be under Annex 21 basis as defined in the Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions of Employment. Measures including pay and milestones underpinning this appointment will be discussed with the successful candidate by the appointing manager.This will be face to face interviews only as we need to conduct practical tests as part of the interview process. Please ensure you can attend face to face before applying.

Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Good quality academic qualifications in engineering / technology; HNC/HND or equivalent + post-qualification training.
• Additional theoretical knowledge acquired through CPD (professional short courses, personal study, conferences)
• Working towards RCT registration

Desirable

• Honours degree in Clinical Technology/Electronics or equivalent
• Registered Clinical Technologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience working as a technologist.
• Experience in fault diagnosis.
• Specialist knowledge on the maintenance and repair of a range of medical devicess
• Use of Office and other equipment specific software packages.
• Disassembly and reassembly skills
• Knowledge of mechanical and/or electrical electronic engineering
• Ability to use equipment management data bases

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience of working in a Health care setting
• Knowledge of MHRA Managing Medical Devices April 2015
• At least 2 years' experience as a technologist

Communication and Relationship

Essential

• Able to communicate complex and varied information across professional boundaries to a range of staff both inside and outside the organisation.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Able to deal with complex and unpredictable situations.

Analytical & Judgement Skills

Essential

• Interpretation of legislation/policy/complex test results where there is no precedent
• Analysis and interpretation of engineering test results.
• Investigate and manage causes of problems with users/ patients / equipment, escalating to managers if required
• Use of special computer packages.

Planning & organisation skills

Essential

• Plan programmes of work within own service and other services, involving a wide range of other professionals.
• Work independently and under pressure, prioritising workloads .

Physical skills

Essential

• Keyboard skills
• Ability to lift items of equipment up to 15kg, following Trust manual handling policy and practices.
• Ability to work in small or awkward spaces; when installing or maintaining equipment
• Able to calibrate and test equipment with small margins of error
• Colour vision and good eyesight

Other

Essential

• Be able to work within broad occupational policies and establish how these should be interpreted for the Trust
• Full UK driving licence
• Compassionate - demonstrates a caring nature towards patients, colleagues and the public.

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

Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts

Address

QMC Hospital Campus

Derby Road

Nottingham

NG7 2UH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

Additional contact details:- Lisa Gooding 0191 441 5726

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Food Hygiene Certificate Level 2 (to be completed within 12 months)
• Numeracy and Literacy to level 2
• ITQ Level 2

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Housekeeping (within agreed timescale)

Experience

Essential

• Experience in use of cleaning materials and equipment
• Experience in general cleaning duties
• Experience of working or volunteering in a mental health or learning disabilities environment

Desirable

• Experience cleaning in a hospital environment

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Health & Safety and COSHH
• Knowledge of National Standard of Cleanliness (within agreed timescale)
• Knowledge of deep-cleaning procedures
• Knowledge of Patient-Lead Assessment of the Care Environment (PLACE) (within agreed timescale)
• Good understanding of confidentiality

Skills

Essential

• Able to follow protocols and instructions
• Able to demonstrate thoroughness and attention to detail in all tasks
• Safe, efficient and effective techniques in the following areas, producing consistently high standards: Cleaning; Deep cleaning; Use of motorised cleaning equipment e.g. floor scrubber, carpet cleaner; Use of kitchen equipment; Preparation and serving of food; Use and cleaning of regeneration ovens; Washing and ironing
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Time management and ability to prioritise effectively
• Breakaway techniques (within agreed timescale)

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Lanchester Road Hospital

Lanchester Road

Durham

DH1 5RD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Phlebotomist in delivering health services. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. Obtaining patient consent for the collection of a blood sample

b. Performing venepuncture in accordance with practice protocols

c. Maintaining accurate patient records on the clinical IT system and ensuring specimens are ready for onward transportation

d. The correct labelling, packaging and storing of samples

e. Effective use of the specimen log, resolving any discrepancies

f. Ensuring samples are sent to the laboratory in a timely manner

g. Maintaining effective liaison with the NHS Trust laboratory staff

h. Working collaboratively with the nursing team, seeking guidance when necessary for patient related matters

i. Being an integral part of the general practice team

j. Acting as a chaperone as required

k. Ensuring clinical waste is removed from clinical areas and sharps bins replaced in accordance with the organisations IPC Policy

l. Working within national and local protocols where these exist

m. Be aware of duties and responsibilities regarding current legislation and adhere to practice policies and procedures on safeguarding adults and safeguarding children

n. Supporting the administrative team on an as-required basis

o. Undertaking all mandatory training and induction programmes

p. Contributing to and embracing the spectrum of clinical governance

q. Maintaining a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times

Attending a formal appraisal with their manager at least every 12 months. Once a performance/training objective has been set, progress will be reviewed on a regular basis so that new objectives can be agreed.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven experience as a Phlebotomist or completion of accredited phlebotomy training.
• GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Previous experience in a hospital, GP surgery, or diagnostic centre.
• Knowledge of pathology systems e.g., ICE,
• Knowledge of clinical system SystmOne.
• First Aid or Basic Life Support certification.

Qualifications

Essential

• . Proven experience as a Phlebotomist or completion of accredited phlebotomy training.
• . GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths.
• . Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• . Strong attention to detail and ability to follow protocols.
• . Empathetic and patient-centred approach.
• . Basic computer literacy and familiarity with electronic health records.
• . Current DBS check and up-to-date immunisations.
• . Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Please note that we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Desirable

• . Qualified to NVQ level 2 in Health and Social Care.
• . Previous experience in a hospital, GP surgery, or diagnostic centre.
• . Knowledge of pathology systems e.g., ICE.
• . Knowledge of clinical system Systmone.
• . First Aid or Basic Life Support.

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

Kingfisher Practice

Address

Maswell Park Health Centre

Hounslow Avenue

Hounslow

TW3 2DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide an efficient copy typing and word processing service for GPs and Health Professionals as required. This includes the typing of letters, reports including private work, patient referrals, medical summarising and notifications in an accurate and timely manner.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Previous NHS experience is essential. We will consider candidates from primary and secondary care
• Very good command of written and oral communication, including typing abilities
• Very good working knowledge of Microsoft Office packages primarily; Word and Excel
• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
• Medical terminology

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne would be advantageous
• Previous use of eRS referral pathway
• Worked in GP Surgery

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

Billericay Medical Practice

Address

Billericay Health Centre

Stock Road

Billericay

Essex

CM12 0BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gps-billericayhealthcentre.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For questions about this job, contact:

Elaine Ferguson Business Intelligence Lead [email protected] Shortlisting Date: tbc Interview Date: tbc

This is a fixed term contract role until 31 March 2027.

We are seeking a dynamic, self-motivated and passionate person with experience of working in a progressive Business Intelligence environment.

Do you have experience leading the delivery of BI solutions for organisations with multiple stakeholders? Delivering quality assured evidence based insights to inform business decisions?

Can you provide technical support and data warehouse maintenance? Do you have experience producing self reporting dashboards in data visualisation environments such as Qlik or Tableau?

The role will develop informatics delivery, ensuring user requirements are met with accurate and well-presented outputs supporting the NIHR missions to improve the health and wealth of the nation through research.

The National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) has a mission to improve the health and wealth of the nation through research. The NIHR plays a pivotal role in attracting, training and supporting the best researchers and complements the additional NIHR investment in world-class research facilities and a skilled research workforce.

This role is hosted by the Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust (LTHT) and delivers the work of the NIHR, leading on policy, strategy and delivery in respect of academic training in England and working closely with other NIHR centres and the Science Research and Evidence (SRE) Directorate at the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC).

Our business intelligence tasks can range in scale from small ad-hoc data requests to long-term, cross-team projects. As part of a small and friendly team your role will allow you to work with the full end-to-end business intelligence delivery process. From meeting stakeholders and understanding requirements, through data modelling and the ETL process, to data visualisation and generating insight - you’ll get to experience it all!

Main duties will include working with relational databases with MS SQL server and ETL tools such as SSIS. You will also perform analysis of data loads and implement data warehouse design theory and data modelling techniques. Producing reports and data visualisation in Qlik or Tableau using a variety of data sources. Our current data warehouse is on-premise, but there may be the opportunity in the future to move to a hybrid or cloud based approach. Therefore, any experience of Microsoft Azure or Amazon AWS may also be beneficial.

Through our data scientists, we are exploring and implementing artificial intelligence and machine learning solutions. An enthusiasm for the field of data science, and a desire to collaborate, and support these projects will also be beneficial.

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

• For further information, please click 'Apply' where you can download the full job description and person specification from our careers site.

Experience

Essential

• For further information, please click 'Apply' where you can download the full job description and person specification from our careers site.

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

NIHR Academy

Leeds

West Yorkshire

LS1 2TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed job description and main responsibilities of this advert can be found in the attached job description and person specification.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English and Maths, grade C/4 or above, or equivalent experience.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training
• Willingness to complete chaperone training
• Willingness to complete information governance and confidentiality training

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or Customer Service, or equivalent experience
• Previous training in chaperoning
• Previous training in safeguarding, confidentiality or customer service

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an administrative, reception, customer service or support role
• Experience of answering telephone calls and dealing with queries
• Experience of maintaining records, spreadsheets or filing systems
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Ability to work with a range of staff and visitors in a professional manner

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care, the NHS or a healthcare setting
• Experience of working with clinical systems such as SystmOne or EMIS
• Experience of working in a busy reception or hub environment
• Experience of supporting meetings, minutes or events
• Experience of working with shared inboxes or administrative trackers

Skills

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Good organisational skills.
• Confident telephone manner
• Good attention to detail
• Ability to follow instructions and work within clear processes.
• Ability to prioritise routine tasks
• Ability to escalate concerns appropriately
• Ability to work independently within the boundaries of the role
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, Outlook and basic IT systems
• Ability to remain calm under pressure
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

Desirable

• Ability to use SystmOne or other clinical systems
• Ability to update spreadsheets and trackers accurately
• Ability to take basic meeting notes or minutes
• Ability to support website, newsletter or social media administration using approved content

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Reliable and punctual.
• Professional and approachable
• Calm and confident manner
• Flexible and willing to support the needs of the hub
• Respectful and compassionate
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to recognise the limits of the role and escalate appropriately
• Committed to supporting safe and effective patient services

Desirable

• Interest in primary care and community-based services.
• Willingness to learn and develop within the role.
• Positive approach to problem solving and service improvement.

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

Connect Healthcare Rotherham CIC

Address

Valley Health Centre

Valley Health Centre, 2nd Floor

Rotherham

S65 3HD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Science Graduate, Registered Nurse or Allied Healthcare Professional e.g. Physio, OT, SLT, Clinical Psychologist
• Registration on the Academy for Healthcare Science (AHCS) Clinical Research Practitioner Accredited Register, or working towards this
• Adequate post registration / qualification experience
• Specialist knowledge in a stroke setting or in the implementation and conduct of randomised trials.
• In date ICH GCP certificate

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration nursing / CRP experience
• Clinical research delivery experience
• Experience in delivering evidence-based practice
• Experience of formal / informal teaching of patients and staff
• Experience of phlebotomy and cannulation

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Proven knowledge of ICH GCP guidelines
• Demonstrates understanding of the importance of audit / quality
• Computer literacy

Communication

Essential

• Experience of explaining complex concepts to patients in a clear and simplified manner
• Proven ability to communicate effectively in writing

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Demonstrates evidence of continuous professional development

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• Demonstrates understanding of the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion essential criteria.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the importance of and principles of infection control in a clinical environment.

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

National Hospital for Neurology & Neurosurgery, UCLH

Queen Square

London

WC1N 3BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

For more information, please review the attached Job Description and Person Specification or for an informal discussion please contact Kamini Hari at [email protected] or Shiva Thapa at [email protected].

Please note that this is a two-stage interview process - short-listed candidates will be required to undertake a technical assessment followed by an interview.

Assessment/Interviews will be held on the 7th of September, 2026.

At UCLH (University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) our success starts with you.This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest and most successful Foundation Trusts in the UK with an international reputation and a tradition of innovation.

Based in the busy West End of London, we have a lively and vibrant working atmosphere, with quick and easy transport links to all our sites. Our size and resources enable us to offer a range of attractive benefits as well as unparalleled education and development opportunities for staff at all levels. This includes an extensive portfolio of academic and clinical courses and programmes ranging from ongoing personal development through to clinical excellence and leadership skills. UCLH prides itself on its investment in staff both in terms of developing career skills but also its commitment to staff health and wellbeing.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent
• Holds a relevant Masters' degree level qualification or equivalent experience.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in an information analysis role
• Experience of working with relational databases
• Experience of using query tool functionality

Desirable

• Experience in an NHS informatics role or other healthcare information environment
• Experience of using Power BI
• Experience of using Epic, including its BI stack, including developing Radar, Slicer Dicer, Reporting Workbench contents
• Membership of a relevant professional organisation (AphA, BCS, DAMA etc.)

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• In depth specialist knowledge of information analysis and the use of information in support of business objectives
• Ability to interrogate databases
• Ability to interpret complex data
• Ability to convert data to management information
• Ability to independently interpret the requirements of information users and present detailed, complex reports that can be understood by a wide audience.
• Understanding of data quality issues and how these relate to the organisation as a whole
• Strong SQL (or equivalent) skills
• Intermediate / advanced use of MS Excel
• Ability to plan, prioritise and meet deadlines
• Ability to take responsibility for own workload

Desirable

• Intermediate use of Power BI
• Understanding of income algorithms and financial planning in the NHS
• Understanding of the use of clinical terms and codes within the NHS

Values

Essential

• Demonstrate ability to meet Trust Values of safety, kindness, teamwork and improving

Communication

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively with staff at all levels
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate on issues which can be complex and multi-stranded.
• Ability to train other information staff in the use of information systems and analytical tools

Personal and People Development

Desirable

• Understanding of rules around information governance, protecting patient data security and confidentiality

Responsibilities towards promoting Equality Diversity and Inclusion

Essential

• A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the workplace and in service delivery and development
• To treat other staff members and patients with respect

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent, with Grade C or above in English and Maths.
• Knowledge of the full range of administrative procedures, acquired through training and previous experience of working in an administrative environment.
• Awareness of the requirement to maintain confidentiality, and knowledge of the Data Protection Act.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 4 in Business Administration, Customer Service, Healthcare Support Services or equivalent qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a non-routine environment, with demonstrable evidence of problem solving and resolving issues as they arise (acquired through experience and/or training to Vocational level 4 or equivalent).
• Experience of working in a customer facing environment, resolving queries and using initiative to ensure first-class service delivery.

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience, or experience of working in a healthcare setting.

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

You will also contribute to the delivery of educational and developmental programmers, including the Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice, and our rotational programme for band 7 clinical pharmacists.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge & competence

Essential

• Masters of Pharmacy degree or equivalent
• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Minimum of five years' experience as a dedicated clinical pharmacist practitioner Substantial post-registration experience
• Experience of clinical service provision to acute surgical patients
• Postgraduate Diploma or MSc in General Pharmacy Practice or Clinical Pharmacy
• Registered Independent Prescriber
• Meets expected levels of practice as defined by others
• Maintains a broad knowledge of pharmacy practice

Desirable

• Delivery of clinical pharmacy services to acute surgical patients in the outpatient setting Experience of clinical service provision to level 2 and/or 3 patients
• Identifies best practice
• Undertaken leadership and/or management training courses

Management & leadership skills

Essential

• Understanding of Trust and pharmacy priorities
• Experience in co-ordinating the day-to-day practice activities of others
• Identifies and meets appropriate measures of service
• Ability to analyse and critically appraise clinical and operational data
• Ability to utilise email, word processing, presentation and spreadsheet software packages to support routine work activity
• Collates data regarding service provision
• Ability to evaluate quality of own work, and that of junior colleagues
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to work autonomously
• The ability to identify and manage risks

Desirable

• Implementation of strategies aimed at meeting Trust and pharmacy priorities
• Experience in management of others
• Identifies novel ways of working to enhance services
• Ability to utilise AI, data analysis tools, or other relevant applications to support and enhance work activity
• Evaluates service provision
• Identifies personal development needs, and those of junior colleagues
• Demonstrates innovation
• Delegates authority appropriately
• Ability to develop and implement risk management procedures

Clinical & interpersonal skills

Essential

• Demonstrates advanced clinical knowledge and skills
• The ability to identify and prioritise own clinical workload
• Demonstrate the ability to appropriately recommend, substantiate and communicate therapeutic options
• Demonstrates experience of clinical reasoning and judgement in practice
• Ability to formulate suitable therapeutic solutions in areas of clinical uncertainty
• Ability to influence junior pharmacy, nursing, medical, and other multidisciplinary staff
• Maintains standards of patient care
• Demonstrates awareness of and commitment to the principles of clinical governance
• Ability to identify and undertake clinical audit
• Demonstrates ability to achieve desired outcomes in the face of unavoidable work pressures
• Demonstrates ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Displays honesty and integrity, is aware of ethical dilemmas relating to practice within acute medicine, and respects confidentiality

Desirable

• Demonstrates expert clinical knowledge and skills
• Ability to identify and prioritise the delivery of clinical pharmacy services
• Demonstrate the ability to appropriately recommend, substantiate and communicate therapeutic options in gastroenterology patients
• Demonstrates advanced level of clinical reasoning and judgement in practice
• Ability to influence senior pharmacy, nursing, medical, and other multidisciplinary staff including issues not directly related to clinical management
• Enhances the quality of patient care
• Demonstrable use of clinical audit to improve practice
• Demonstrates ability to achieve desired outcomes in the face of more diverse unavoidable pressures

Education & training skills

Essential

• Previous experience in delivering education and training within pharmacy
• Identifies and meets own training needs

Desirable

• Previous experience in delivering education and training in a multidisciplinary environment
• Ensures own training needs, and those of others are identified & met

Research & development skills

Essential

• Participation in pharmacy practice research and implements relevant findings
• Demonstrates awareness of research evidence in acute medicine
• Maintains a portfolio of practice

Desirable

• Participation in multidisciplinary health services research
• Integrates research evidence into practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

16-18 Westmoreland Street

London

W1G 8PH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Thank you for the interest in this role. Please see attached Job Description for further details for the homebirth midwife role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Mentorship qualification or SSSA equivalent
• Significant clinical experience

Desirable

• Further Education in Midwifery
• NLS accreditation
• NIPE qualification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of continuous professional development
• Significant post Registration experience in all aspects of midwifery practice

Desirable

• Previous experience delivering care at woman/birthing people's home

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Excellent clinical midwifery skills and knowledge
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Competence in cannulation and suturing

Desirable

• Experience using digital Maternity systems (e.g. Badgernet, CERNER)

Personal attributes

Essential

• Flexible, responsive approach to work
• Has access to own car

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

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust

Address

St Helier Hospital

Wrythe Lane

Carshalton

SM5 1AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.epsom-sthelier.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Please note that we are currently recruiting for two posts: one permanent position and one fixed-term post of one years duration. Please indicate your preference on your application. All posts involve internal rotation to night duty and pro rata weekends and bank holidays. Please read the attached Person Specification carefully for the essential qualifications required for this post.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Knowledge & Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Part 1, 2 or relevant section of the register
• Level 2 Trauma Course - University/ATNC/TNCC/ETC
• A&E Course/Capital Nurse QIS
• Degree
• Completion of RCN level 1 and Level 2 Competancies. Completion of NMTNG Level 2 Competencies.
• ALS course
• Triage trained

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience in Emergency Nursing - part of which might be at Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse level in an acute Emergency department.
• Leadership experience - leading clinical areas without supervision
• mentoring and supporting junior staff

Communication

Essential

• Communicates effectively verbally, in writing and in electronic formats

Personal And People Development

Essential

• Demonstrates evidence of professional development in line with KSF, maintains updated Portfolio
• Demonstrates an awareness of the role of preceptor/facilitator
• Reflective in Practice

Quality

Essential

• . Demonstrates understanding of principles of Clinical Governance, e.g. Risk Management, audit & quality

Provision of care to meet health and wellbeing needs

Essential

• Articulates reasons for desire to work in this clinical areas

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Salary:£13.04 per hour

Department: Out of Hours

Location: Various Primary Care 24 Locations, including St Helens, Sefton, Liverpool, Knowsley, Warrington, Halton, Southport and Formby

Shifts: Bank shifts available Monday - Sunday, Evenings 6pm 11pm and Overnights 10.45pm 8am

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full UK clean driving licence
• Great communication skills
• Basic computer skills including keyboard and data entry skills
• Demonstrated ability to conduct through vehicle inspections, including checking oil levels, tire pressure and tread depth.
• A proactive mind set to seek guidance when required.
• Competent in using IT systems

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

Primary Care 24

Address

4-6 Enterprise Way

Wavertree Technology Park

Liverpool

Merseyside

L13 1FB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://primarycare24.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

With a broad base of general and specific clinical experience, along with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you will also contribute towards the clinical supervision of multi-professional undergraduate students and the mentorship of trainee pharmacists and postgraduate diploma students. You will also provide support for the implementation of general clinical pharmacy initiatives and participate in audit and clinical research projects.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification

Qualifications, knowledge & competence

Essential

• Completion of a master's degree in pharmacy (or equivalent)
• Full registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Demonstrable evidence of competence in general clinical practice, including medicine and surgery
• Postgraduate qualification in clinical pharmacy, or satisfactory evidence of equivalent competence, as demonstrated within a practice portfolio Applicants undertaking the JPB Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice will be expected to have completed at least two FS2 modules
• Aware of models of non-medical prescribing
• Meets expected levels of practice as defined by others
• Demonstrates a broad knowledge of pharmacy practice

Desirable

• Identifies areas where non-medical prescribing may be applicable to specialist practice
• Identifies areas for practice improvements

Management & leadership skills

Essential

• Understands pharmacy priorities
• Able to organise own workload
• Demonstrates ability to meet service targets
• Ability to utilise email and word processing software packages to support routine work activity
• Collects data regarding service provision
• Ability to evaluate quality of own work
• Demonstrates initiative
• Ability to work without direct supervision
• The ability to manage identified risks

Desirable

• Understanding of Trust and pharmacy priorities
• Experience in co-ordinating the day-to-day practice activities of others
• Identifies appropriate measures of service
• Ability to utilise presentation, spreadsheet and database software packages to support the work of the clinical pharmacy team
• Reports on data regarding service provision
• Identifies personal development needs
• Ability to work autonomously
• The ability to identify and manage risks

Clinical & interpersonal skills

Essential

• Demonstrates general clinical knowledge and skills
• Ability to identify and prioritise own clinical workload
• Identifies appropriate therapeutic options
• Demonstrable clinical reasoning and judgement skills
• Ability to communicate in a verbal or written manner with patients, junior pharmacy, nursing, medical, and other multidisciplinary staff
• Maintains standards of patient care
• Demonstrates awareness of and commitment to the principles of clinical governance
• Demonstrable participation in clinical audit
• Demonstrates ability to work under pressure
• Demonstrates ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Displays honesty and integrity, is aware of ethical dilemmas relating to medicines use, and respects confidentiality

Desirable

• Demonstrates advanced clinical knowledge and skills
• Demonstrate the ability to appropriately recommend, substantiate and communicate therapeutic options
• Demonstrates experience of clinical reasoning and judgement in practice
• Ability to influence junior pharmacy, nursing, medical, and other multidisciplinary staff
• Enhances the quality of patient care
• Ability to identify and undertake clinical audit
• Demonstrates ability to achieve desired outcomes in the face of unavoidable work pressures

Education & training skills

Essential

• Previous experience of delivering educational material to junior colleagues
• Identifies own training needs

Desirable

• Previous experience in delivering education and training within pharmacy
• Meets own training needs

Research & development skills

Essential

• Implements the findings of pharmacy practice research
• Demonstrates awareness of how research evidence is produced and distributed
• Maintains a portfolio of practice

Desirable

• Participation in pharmacy practice research and implements relevant findings
• Demonstrates awareness of research evidence in clinical practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

University College London Hospitals

235 Euston Road

London

NW1 2BU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you wish to review the full job description for the role of Salaried GP this is available on request

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registered

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

Swan Medical Group

Address

Liphook Village Surgery

The Square

Liphook

Hampshire

GU30 7AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To undertake medical audio / copy typing duties, including outpatientletters to GPs, discharge summaries and other official correspondence.

To accept enquiries from clinicians, GPs Health Service and Social Services personnel, other hospitals, voluntary agencies, patients and their relatives. Patient contact by telephone is an integral part of the role.

To work using own initiative with minimal supervision, prioritising own workload in line with objectives of the department and consultant teams.

To deal with all incoming correspondence, phone and email in an efficient and effective way.

To liaise with other members of the secretarial / administration team in order to provide a co-ordinated and efficient secretarial service.

To support the Directorate Management Team with the administration, tracking and validation of patients pathways to achieve the National 18-week Referral to Treatment (RTT) target.

To liaise with patients, relatives and staff demonstrating sensitivity and maintaining professionalism at all times.

To deal with any complaints, problems or issues in a sensitive way, escalating to clinicians / management as appropriate.

Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times, complying with the Data Protection Act, Information Governance and other Trust / Departmental Policies.

To assist in providing cover for other secretaries in the Medical Directorate to ensure continuity of service to Consultant, medical staff, service users and patients.

To undertake any other duties as may be required / appropriate by the Directorate Management Team.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Proven secretarial experience in healthcare environment.
• Experience of working in a busy office

Desirable

• NHS experience.
• Use of OASIS PAS system, Bluespier, EZ notes and Digital Dictation

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Ability to work under own initiative and part of a team.
• Highly motivated.

Skills/Knowledge

Essential

• Audio typing using Digital Dictation
• In-depth working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS systems

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE English & Maths
• Recognised word processing / typing qualification
• AMSPAR

Internal Job Vacancy

Essential

• This vacancy is currently only open to internal applicants from Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust. Could you please confirm below that you work at Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust.

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

If you wish to review the full job description for the role of Salaried GP this is available on request

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registered

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

Swan Medical Group

Address

Swan Surgery

Swan Street

Petersfield

Hampshire

GU32 3AB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

• To act as a lead specialist Therapy resource using highly developed clinical skills in the theoretical knowledge and relevant practical experience.
• To work as part of the ICT team to provide an efficient and effective service over 7 days.
• To be responsible as an autonomous practitioner to undertake a significant specialist clinical workload and use clinical reasoning skills to utilise a wide range of treatment options in order to formulate a specialised programme of care.These patients will have complex and rapidly changing physical and psychological needs.
• To demonstrate the ability to carry out Therapy assessments and interventions, including highly developed Therapy techniques and therapeutic handling.
• To use investigative and analytical skills to assess complex patients and support other more junior staff with their patients as required.
• To formulate accurate prognoses, evaluate patient progress, reassess and alter treatment programmes. To recommend best course of intervention, developing comprehensive discharge plans.
• To assess the need for specialist equipment to maintain patients in their own homes.
• To be pivotal in encouraging and managing appropriate referrals, attending Total Triage meetings and representing service lead at discharge action groups.
• Participate in the promotion of patient-centred care, and establish and maintain a supportive relationship with the patient and their family during the period of assessment,treatment and transfer of care.
• Act as a patient advocate when appropriate, respecting patient confidentiality and privacy with respect for diverse cultural backgrounds and requirements.

Communication

• To be able to manage potentially stressful,upsetting or emotional situations in an empathetic manner.
• To be able to communicate highly complex information sensitively to patients in order to gain cooperation for treatment and valid consent, this may include patients who have difficulties in understanding or communicating.
• Establish,develop and maintain effective working relationship between clinicians,practitioners and managers within the speciality, across the Trust and Ashford & St Peters Foundation Trust(ASPH).

Quality

• Facilitate a high quality, cost effective specialist service through monitoring and audit and other quality initiatives agreed by CSH Surrey.
• To be responsible for the setting and monitoring of therapy standards and code of conduct.
• To demonstrate a high level of understanding of clinical governance.
• Lead on and participate in key developments relating to the speciality so that high quality patient focused services are promoted.
• Set,monitor and review standards of care on a regular basis and initiate corrective action plans.
• Identify and intervene where circumstances contribute to an unsafe environment for patients and staff.To bring instances to the attention of the Manager/Clinical Lead for ICT.

Education

• To provide professional leadership for therapy colleagues.
• Contribute to CSH Surreys clinical supervision programme for staff.
• Participate in appraisals and the setting of objectives for junior staff in the Service to enable them to achieve optimal effectiveness and to understand their contribution to the Business Unit and to CSH Surrey.
• Act as a mentor to student therapists and others.
• To be responsible for and actively record your own personal development.
• Lead and participate in education and training programmes within the speciality service, and develop training packages as required.
• Motivate, develop,support and identify training needs for department staff.
• Ensure that appropriate written induction programmes are available and utilised for all new staff within the department.

Research and Development

• To undertake evidence based projects, including recommendations for change in practice and to lead in departmental and service evaluation/research.
• To regularly participate in and lead on appropriate work related research/evaluation projects and to be aware of current research relevant to the speciality.
• To participate in and initiate clinical audit and the evaluation of clinical effectiveness,and to disseminate relevant information to staff.
• To evaluate your own clinical effectiveness.

Management and Leadership

• Provide a leadership role model and demonstrate expert knowledge and high standards of clinical practice.
• Develop the role according to patients changing needs and research findings, within the resources available.
• Maintain accurate records of the clinical service and ensure that confidentiality of information is adhered to.
• Organise own work and manage own caseload,identifying and maintaining supportive networks for self and other staff members.
• Implement new initiatives where possible to run a cost effective,timely service.
• In conjunction with other multidisciplinary colleagues, provide monthly reports of case mix,work load and education activity.
• Provide cover for Service Lead as appropriate.
• Develop policies,protocols and clinical guidelines in support of the specialist service.
• Implement and work within the Trusts HR policies on all staffing matters.
• Work with the Service Lead and Human Resources Dept in the recruitment, selection,appointment and retention of staff.
• Adhere to Trust and departmental policies and procedures, ensuring that all staff do the same.
• In conjunction with the Service Lead and Team Leaders ensure optimised skill mix for any assigned area.
• Organise any relevant team meetings at an appropriate frequency, recording and circulating minutes of these.
• To ensure a good method of communication within the department at all times and to encourage the exchange and implementation of new ideas and evidence based practice.
• Assist the Service Lead and Team Leaders with planning for the service as an expert practitioner.
• Represent ICT as an expert practitioner in the speciality in external situations, eg. Conferences.

This job description is not exhaustive and the post holder maybe required to undertake other duties from time to time as are consistent with the responsibility of the grade.

This job description is subject to review and development from time to time in liaison with the post holder. As an employee of Central Surrey Health Ltd you will be required to adhere to all the organisations policies and procedures.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working autonomously at an advanced level within relevant service delivering effective patient focused care.
• Experience of working autonomously assessing and treating patients.
• Proven evidence of advanced organisational/leadership skills and autonomous practice.
• Experience of audit, research & evidence based care.
• Experience of delivering change management both personally and as a facilitator

Desirable

• Community/primary care experience
• Teaching and assessing

Qualifications

Essential

• BSc/Diploma Occupational therapy or equivalent
• Registered with Health & Care Professions Council
• Minimum 5 years post graduate experience including 2 years in specialist area
• Continuing Professional
• Development diary including evidence of reflective practice, training and clinical experience

Desirable

• Practice Placement Educators training.
• Member of Relevant Specialist Section

Skills

Essential

• Advanced clinical assessment and leadership skills in specialty.
• Decisive, able to make decisions quickly and be assertive.
• Proven listening/counselling skills with the ability to manage complex situation and appropriately deliver sensitive and difficult outcomes.
• Evidence of teaching skills including teaching patients in how to manage their conditions.
• Ability to clinically lead and influence staff
• Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues (incl. long term, complex or other conditions encompassing the care of older people).
• Sound knowledge of current issues in the profession and practice of OT.
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, communication skills
• Able to use skills of history taking and physical and holistic assessment to direct patient care
• Time management and organisational skills
• Ability to conduct and evaluate own projects successfully.
• Demonstrate an understanding of National agenda for speciality.
• Knowledge of quality standards and NICE recommendations/NSF/CQC
• Ability to carry out audit/ research.
• IT Skills
• Presentation skills

Other

Essential

• Ability to do home visits and supervise complex clinical situations/attend community based meetings and MDTs.
• Good health/attendance record.

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

CSH Surrey

Address

Woking Community Hospital

Heathside Road

Woking

Surrey

GU22 7HS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cshsurrey.co.uk/about-us/about-csh-surrey (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide specialist nursing services for people with specialist palliative care needs, including their families and significant others.

To accept responsibility for patients referred to the caseload, ensuring all patients have an accurate plan of care, which reflects the assessment undertaken and incorporates the issues and recommendations made

To accept responsibility as the named palliative care key worker, ensuring clear documentation in the patients records

To co-ordinate a seamless service through the development of enhanced Multidisciplinary team (MDT) processes and communication

To attend and ensure that appropriate palliative care patients on the caseload are discussed at the weekly MDT

To liaise with local community, social services, paramedics and voluntary organisations in order to develop existing services for clients, carers and health professional

Ensure all patients receive appropriate follow-up and relevant information is available to enable patients to make an informed choice about their treatment and future care

To work with the MDT to develop, implement and evaluate integrated care pathways and systems of MDT documentation, including the care of the dying person

To work with the Palliative Care Team to support the ongoing implementation of the 5 priorities for care of the dying person

To be responsible for identifying and developing clinical protocols and strategies to enhance both the continuity and standard of specialist care whilst ensuring equity of access to the service

To actively involve service users in providing feedback of their experience of the current service and suggestions for improvements

To liaise with discharge coordinators and ward staff to ensure appropriate and timely discharge/follow-up arrangement in place for patients

To participate in relevant forums at Care Group, Trust, CCG, Cancer Network or National/International Level to represent the service perspective

To ensure all care is given in accordance with agreed protocols and guidelines

To produce and provide all patients and relatives / carers with relevant and accessible written information regarding palliative care in accordance with Trust standard

To forge and maintain effective links within primary, secondary and tertiary care to ensure effective communication

Person Specification

Essential & Desirable

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse with BSc in a health-related/ relevant subject or equivalent
• Significant post-registration experience working autonomously in a palliative care environment
• Ability to make complex assessments of palliative care patients and their families, providing appropriate advice for symptom management and suitable holistic support resulting in a comprehensive management plan
• Previous active involvement in quality initiatives and / or innovation

Desirable

• Post registration qualification in Palliative care or relevant subject
• Higher degree (MSc) in a health related subject, or working towards
• Relevant post-registration 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.

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

King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Princess Royal University Hospital

Farnborough Common

Bromley

BR6 8ND

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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