Job summary

Newcastle Hospitals as an organisation seeks to continuously improve our services, we have moved to a strengthened clinically led structure of Clinical Boards, bringing together a range of clinical directorates and specialties and focused on the needs of our patients and staff.

Each Service within the Clinical Board is managed by Operational Service Managers, which are key senior roles that will support in driving delivery and transformation to enable the Trust to remain a recognized centre of clinical, teaching and research excellence.

We are recruiting three Operational Service Managers across two clinical boards:

x 2 in Medicine and Emergency Care

x 1 in Peri Operative and Critical Care

Interview date: 29 October 2026

NO AGENCIES PLEASE

Main duties of the job

The appointed candidate will fulfil the role of Operational Service Manager, reporting into the Associate Director of Operations.

This will entail:

• Assume day to day responsibility for the operational management of all aspects within their specific portfolio
• Managing and controlling waiting lists, breach lists and ensuring adequate capacity within area(s) of responsibility to ensure patients are seen in a timely manner, as per the agreed constitutional and organisational wait targets
• Deal with queries and complaints including from patients who may be distressed and to respond in a timely manner
• Involvement in the investigation of incidents within area(s) of responsibility
• Ensuring a safe, respectful culture whereby all staff patients and visitors are treated with dignity, respect, and compassion

About us

Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites:

o Freeman Hospital

o Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)

o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)

o Newcastle Dental Hospital

o Newcastle Fertility Centre

o Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria

o Northern Genetics Service

o Cramlington Manor Walks

These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS.

We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites.

Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'.

For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Job summary

We are redesigning our community services model and implementing a new Intermediate Care Team and therefore an exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint General Therapy Assistant Practitioners to help deliver an urgent community response services and will play a crucial role in developing the service, providing essential support and care to individuals, with a focus on promoting independence, dignity, and well-being.

The objective is to optimise safe and timely discharge from an inpatient stay for patients that need some form of continuing care or prevent admission with interventions that can be managed at home.

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of the Hospital@home therapy team. Working closely with our multidisciplinary team to provide meaningful, high quality care and interventions for our patients with the service aimed at reducing length of stay, improving admission avoidance and reducing avoidable readmissions through partnership working with community based services. Whilst this post is community based, there may be opportunity to work in clinics, where required. You will be able to support the assessment, intervention and discharge planning of people with a range of functional difficulties within the GTAP role. Patient management will include responsibility for the delivery of care including liaison with patients, family, members of the MDT and external agencies.

Main duties of the job

Supporting the registered Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists within the Intermediate Care Service in the delivery of intervention for patients in their own homes and community.

Carry a delegated caseload of non-complex patients to deliver interventions prescribed by and under supervision of an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist.

To prioritise own work and carry out duties, as prescribed by the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists and AHP Lead. Will work independently within Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy standard operating procedures referring to qualified Occupational Therapist and Physiotherapist where necessary.

To work as part of the Intermediate Care Service multidisciplinary team to undertake specific clinical and administrative tasks, liaise with key stakeholders such as Local Authorities and the third sector.

Support the AHP staff by assisting with all modalities of therapeutic care focused towards expediting hospital discharge and maintaining the patient within their own home and the prevention of avoidable hospital admission.

To undertake environmental assessment, deliver and fit assistive equipment in the patient's home.

Participate in service assessment, audit, and data collection to demonstrate effective outcomes of AHP intervention.

Promote independence, health, and wellbeing.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

• We listen, learn, and improve

• We treat everyone with respect

• We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Job summary

Principal Medical Limited (PML) is seeking an experienced and senior Operations Manager to lead the operational performance of a busy general practice site in Oxfordshire. This is a substantive senior leadership role, carrying full accountability for the day-to-day running of the practice, workforce performance, financial oversight, and compliance. The postholder will have line management responsibility for the practice level management team, including the Deputy Operations Manager where in post.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to appoint an experienced Operations Manager who is motivated, self directed, and committed to delivering high quality operational services in a complex primary care environment.

Payroll, Finance, Procurement, and HR Support are centralised, allowing this role to focus fully on operational leadership on the ground. The postholder is accountable for overall practice performance, with direct line management of the practice level management team, working closely with clinical leads, PML central functions, and external partners.

Key responsibilities include:

• Accountability for day-to-day operational performance across all practice functions
• Direct line management of the practice level management team, including workforce planning, staff performance, and development, in partnership with PML's HR function
• Overseeing local financial performance, including budget monitoring and expenditure control, reporting into PML's finance function
• Ensuring compliance with CQC requirements, NHS contractual obligations, and PML governance standards
• Driving quality improvement and patient experience initiatives with clinical leads
• Managing and developing the wider operations team, supporting professional growth
• Leading practice level projects and change programmes, linking the site with PML central functions
• Sitting on the Primary Care Network Board, supporting PCN colleagues on behalf of the practice
• Contributing to federation wide operational development and shared learning

About us

PML is a successful not for profit, GP led organisation providing NHS community and primary care services to patients across Oxfordshire and Northamptonshire. We have evolved as an NHS healthcare provider since 2004 and have grown significantly in recent years, now employing around 300 staff with a turnover of circa £16 million. PML holds GMS contracts and operates as a GP federation representing approximately 50 GP practices covering around 650,000 patients.

We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and circumstances, including people with protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.

Job summary

A new and exciting opportunity has arisen in the inpatient mental health Speech and Language Therapy (SLT) team in Sheffield. We are delighted to be expanding our small team to include an assistant post.

SLTs working in the mental health team help service users on inpatient wards to manage swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) and communication needs. We support people to understand and express themselves, so they can meaningfully participate in treatment decisions and therapeutic activities on the wards. We support staff training in dysphagia awareness and communication adaptations. As an SLT assistant, you will be supporting our SLTs to deliver a range of interventions which will include directly working with service users and indirect interventions such as developing accessible resources. On the job training will be provided to ensure you are appropriately skilled to deliver interventions within the remit of the role.

The successful candidate will work across all working-age adult wards, including a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), as well as older adult wards and 2 nursing homes. Wards are located over 3 sites (Michael Carlisle Centre, Longley Centre and Grenoside Grange); nursing homes are situated in Chapeltown and Norton.

The role of SLTs in acute mental health settings is an evolving area of practice and so genuine interest and compassion for this client group, a willingness to learn and adaptability skills are highly valued qualities in a candidate.

Main duties of the job

• Under the direction of a registered Speech and Language Therapist the post holder will deliver an effective, high quality Speech and Language Therapy service.
• They will use professional and creative skills to assist in the provision of client centred therapeutic interventions for individuals/groups of clients who have communication needs.
• The post holder will give support to adults with communication difficulties, working as a member of the multidisciplinary inpatient mental health service.
• The post holder will support qualified Speech and Language therapists to carryout their professional role in a timely and effective manner including the production of resources and specified administration tasks.
• Under the guidance of a qualified Speech and Language Therapist the post holder will support carers and relevant others regarding the individual client's communication strategies and enhancing communication environments.
• The post holder will ensure the recording of service users' information regarding screening/ waiting lists and allocation is accurate and up to date
• To support qualified clinicians in the planning and implementation of training where appropriate

About us

We are passionate about providing the very best care to the people we support, and we're looking for amazing people who share this passion to join us.

What is it that makes our Trust such a special place to work? Well, it's all about the people. Our staff, service users, carers and families all come from such diverse backgrounds and all have expertise and stories to share.

It's important that you feel supported in your role, that the people who you work with are as passionate as you are and that your health and wellbeing is taken care of

If you're interested in developing your career, you'll have access to a range of training and education opportunities, including apprenticeships, work experience and placements, as well as the chance to get involved in research.

We are very proud of the difference we make to people's lives each and every day and if that's something that you'd like to be part of we'd love to have you with us.

Job summary

We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Maple House and provide senior medical cover within our personality disorder service for women

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.

Cygnet Maple House is our 16 bed highly specialised service providing assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for women with personality disorder and complex needs.

Main duties of the job

Main duties and Responsibilities

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Cygnet Maple House
• Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.
• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team
• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users
• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment
• Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits
• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service
• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings
• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required
• Good maintenance of patient records
• To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager
• To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.
• Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
• Contribute to the Telephone On call rota

About us

Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes.

Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Job summary

NHS Band 3 Salary: £25,760 - £27,476 per annum

Hours Per Week: Full-time 37.5 hrs

Contract Type: Permanent

Main duties of the job

Job summary

• To provide an excellent standard of customer care support to patients and relatives who have raised concerns about the treatment provided at the Trust.
• To work as part of a team on behalf of the Chief Executive in achieving the statutory requirements of complaints handling within required deadlines.
• To help provide a high standard of administrative support to the complaints team, including maintaining database system (Datix), scanning and photocopying.
• Provide advice and support to patients, relatives, visitors, MPs, advocates, external NHS organisations and Trust staff on the handling of formal complaints and PALS concerns.

• Provide support in the production of timely and accurate reports on formal complaints, identifying any emerging trends or themes, and ensuring these are escalated to the Complaints Manager.
• Provide advice and support to all visitors and dealing with telephone and email enquiries.

About us

Working as a partnership, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust have a shared vision for excellence in care for our patients and communities; with a set of strategic aims underpinning how we will achieve this.

The single corporate service is delivered across both organisations. You may be based at either IWT or PHU and individuals may be required to undertake business travel between sites. For leaders managing staff across multi-site locations, you will need to be visible and provide in person leadership. The arrangements and frequency will be agreed locally.

The health and wellbeing of our staff is at the forefront of everything we do. We are proud to be able to offer our staff some fantastic benefits including our on-site Nursery, access to our free Beach Hut for those long summer days, our on-site Wellness Centre including a gym and a swimming pool, access to our fantastic staff networks including LGBTQ, Race Equality and DisAbility, and awards ceremonies to recognise your achievements. We believe we can offer support to all of our staff when they need it the most.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veterans' status, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

Job summary

To provide and maintain a high standard within the Ward Environment insupport of good quality patient care.

To provide and maintain a high standard of cleanliness on the Ward.

To prepare and provide a ward catering service.

Main duties of the job

An opportunity has arisen for an individual to join our enthusiastic and motivated ward team. The post holder will be expected to work as part of a team to achieve high standards of cleanliness. They will be expected to contribute to changes in working as part of a changing and progressing service. As part of a team they will strive to give service users a positive experience of their time within the ward environment.

You should have a Food Hygiene Certificate or be willing to undertake relevant training to complete certification, show excellent communication skills be flexible & demonstrate an adaptable approach to work.

Previous experience is desirable but not essential.

Principal duties will include:

• Maintaining a high standard of a wide range of housekeeping tasks on the Ward
• Preparation and Serving of Freshly cooked food.
• Completing appropriate monitoring documentation
• To carry out duties with regard to Health & Safety, Food Hygiene Legislation

Salary dependent on experience.

About us

We aim to be an organisation that is diverse and inclusive and to meet this aim we welcome applications from people with a wide range of life experience and whose diversity echoes the diversity of Sheffield, that of the people who use our services, and that of the people who may need to use our services but face barriers to access. Please think about your personal values and how these align with ourvalueswhen you are applying. Find out more about our organisation through ourwebsite.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£25,272 a year Enhanced pay available for weekend shifts

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

457-26-8299572

Job locations

Grenoside Grange

Salt Box Lane

Sheffield

S35 8QS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job title: Cook/Housekeeper - x1 Full time 37.5 Hours per week.Band: Band 2Accountable to: Senior Housekeeper

Values:The Trust is a major employer and provider of services. We are committed torecruiting people who fit our organisational values. These are:

Respect - we listen to others, valuing their views and contributions.

Compassion - we show empathy and kindness to others so they feelsupported, understood and safe.

Partnership - we engage with others based on equality andcollaboration.

Accountability - we are open and transparent, acting with honesty andintegrity, accepting responsibility for outcomes.

Fairness - we ensure equal access to opportunity, support andservices.

Ambition - we are committed to making a difference and helping to fulfilaspirations and hopes of our Service users and staff.

Job purposeTo provide and maintain a high standard within the Ward Environment insupport of good quality patient careTo provide and maintain a high standard of cleanliness on the Ward.To prepare and provide a ward catering serviceGeneral requirements1. To cooperate with the Senior Housekeeper and work as part of a team.2. To undertake other duties as may be delegated by the SeniorHousekeeper and/or Ward Manager.

Principal dutiesSupporting Patient Care3. In undertaking day to day cleaning duties within patient areas, to monitorfor signs of deterioration of patient hygiene and day to day living skills andadvise staff accordingly.4. Together with Nursing Staff undertake day to day cleaning duties withinpatient areas, seek cooperation of and to encourage patients to maintainappropriate self care needs and levels of responsibility for the tidiness ofbedroom areas.5. To ensure that meals are provided on a day to day basis in line with thestandard Ward menus, ensuring that patient choice and preferences areaccommodated.6. To undertake day to day interactions with patients, relatives and visitors in a professional manner as a member of the Ward Team.7. To ensure all waste and dry linen is quickly and securely removed from the immediate Ward environment in line with operational policies/procedures.8. To ensure the delivery of clean linen is secured and appropriately stored.9. To ensure appropriate linen supplies are available and provided to patientson a day to day basis, identifying shortfalls and taking necessary action toaddress.10.To ensure that the dining facilities are well presented and laid out, insupport of good patient experience and that beverage areas aremaintained at all times in terms of provisions and cleanliness.

Ward Cleanliness11.To provide for the full range of general cleaning of all areas within theWard, following work schedules and procedures.12.To ensure products, equipment and materials are used appropriately andin the correct manner to ensure safe cleaning and the best results.13.Monitor the use of cleaning materials and store items. To ensure adequatestock levels remain available, identifying the need to re-stock with theSenior Housekeeper.14.As and when indicated or required to respond to immediate need to cleanidentified areas reprioritising effectively pre planned duties.15.To ensure relevant and appropriate records are maintained in relation tocleaning schedules and to enable the ongoing monitoring of Catering Services16.In compliance with menus, the preparation, cooking of patients meals.17.To ensure that existing arrangements to identify and promote daily menus and patient choices are adhered to.18.To ensure that food and beverages are presented and servedappropriately for the benefit of patients.19.To ensure that food items are prepared, and made available to patients inline with the Trust policies and procedures relating to monitoring oftemperature, cooking times and quality control.20.To ensure required provisions are available on a day to day basis in linewith agreed menus and day to day needs/requests.21.To ensure that all food items are appropriately and safely receivedaccounted for and stored within designated facilities in line Trustprocedures.22.To ensure relevant and appropriate records are maintained in relation tokitchen cleanliness, temperature monitoring and stock control to enableongoing service monitoring.

Health & Safety23.To carry out duties having due regard for Food Hygiene, Health and Safetyand COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) legislation.24.To ensure existing arrangements for the safe storage, removal anddisposal of household and clinical waste are maintained and followed.25.To adhere to existing arrangements for monitoring of water temperature toprevent the development of legionella bacteria within the Ward.26.Promptly report all defects, breakages and incidents relating to the workarea.27.To be aware of the Wards Personal Safety Plan and apply in day-to-daypractice.28.To attend training and retraining sessions regarding Food Hygiene, Healthand Safety and Fire, etc.29.To participate in arrangements for supervision, and personal development reviews.

Job description reviewThis is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and indiscussion with the manager the postholder may be required toundertake other duties which fall within the Banding of the post. The jobdescription will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing servicerequirements and any such changes will be discussed with the postholder.

The post holder should be comfortable in the use of computer technology,have basic keyboard skills and have the ability to use email.

All employees are expected to observe the following:Equal opportunities and dignity at work statement of intentThe Trust is a major employer and provider of services. We are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of and meets the needs of thelocal community.

We oppose all forms of discrimination on legal and moral grounds, andrecognise that discrimination creates barriers to achieving equality foreveryone.Staff are expected to comply with the Trusts Infection Prevention & Control policies and conduct themselves in such a manner as to minimise the risk of causing healthcare associated infections

Job description Job responsibilities Job title: Cook/Housekeeper - x1 Full time 37.5 Hours per week.Band: Band 2Accountable to: Senior Housekeeper Values:The Trust is a major employer and provider of services. We are committed torecruiting people who fit our organisational values. These are: Respect - we listen to others, valuing their views and contributions. Compassion - we show empathy and kindness to others so they feelsupported, understood and safe. Partnership - we engage with others based on equality andcollaboration. Accountability - we are open and transparent, acting with honesty andintegrity, accepting responsibility for outcomes. Fairness - we ensure equal access to opportunity, support andservices. Ambition - we are committed to making a difference and helping to fulfilaspirations and hopes of our Service users and staff. Job purposeTo provide and maintain a high standard within the Ward Environment insupport of good quality patient careTo provide and maintain a high standard of cleanliness on the Ward.To prepare and provide a ward catering serviceGeneral requirements1. To cooperate with the Senior Housekeeper and work as part of a team.2. To undertake other duties as may be delegated by the SeniorHousekeeper and/or Ward Manager. Principal dutiesSupporting Patient Care3. In undertaking day to day cleaning duties within patient areas, to monitorfor signs of deterioration of patient hygiene and day to day living skills andadvise staff accordingly.4. Together with Nursing Staff undertake day to day cleaning duties withinpatient areas, seek cooperation of and to encourage patients to maintainappropriate self care needs and levels of responsibility for the tidiness ofbedroom areas.5. To ensure that meals are provided on a day to day basis in line with thestandard Ward menus, ensuring that patient choice and preferences areaccommodated.6. To undertake day to day interactions with patients, relatives and visitors in a professional manner as a member of the Ward Team.7. To ensure all waste and dry linen is quickly and securely removed from the immediate Ward environment in line with operational policies/procedures.8. To ensure the delivery of clean linen is secured and appropriately stored.9. To ensure appropriate linen supplies are available and provided to patientson a day to day basis, identifying shortfalls and taking necessary action toaddress.10.To ensure that the dining facilities are well presented and laid out, insupport of good patient experience and that beverage areas aremaintained at all times in terms of provisions and cleanliness. Ward Cleanliness11.To provide for the full range of general cleaning of all areas within theWard, following work schedules and procedures.12.To ensure products, equipment and materials are used appropriately andin the correct manner to ensure safe cleaning and the best results.13.Monitor the use of cleaning materials and store items. To ensure adequatestock levels remain available, identifying the need to re-stock with theSenior Housekeeper.14.As and when indicated or required to respond to immediate need to cleanidentified areas reprioritising effectively pre planned duties.15.To ensure relevant and appropriate records are maintained in relation tocleaning schedules and to enable the ongoing monitoring of Catering Services16.In compliance with menus, the preparation, cooking of patients meals.17.To ensure that existing arrangements to identify and promote daily menus and patient choices are adhered to.18.To ensure that food and beverages are presented and servedappropriately for the benefit of patients.19.To ensure that food items are prepared, and made available to patients inline with the Trust policies and procedures relating to monitoring oftemperature, cooking times and quality control.20.To ensure required provisions are available on a day to day basis in linewith agreed menus and day to day needs/requests.21.To ensure that all food items are appropriately and safely receivedaccounted for and stored within designated facilities in line Trustprocedures.22.To ensure relevant and appropriate records are maintained in relation tokitchen cleanliness, temperature monitoring and stock control to enableongoing service monitoring. Health & Safety23.To carry out duties having due regard for Food Hygiene, Health and Safetyand COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) legislation.24.To ensure existing arrangements for the safe storage, removal anddisposal of household and clinical waste are maintained and followed.25.To adhere to existing arrangements for monitoring of water temperature toprevent the development of legionella bacteria within the Ward.26.Promptly report all defects, breakages and incidents relating to the workarea.27.To be aware of the Wards Personal Safety Plan and apply in day-to-daypractice.28.To attend training and retraining sessions regarding Food Hygiene, Healthand Safety and Fire, etc.29.To participate in arrangements for supervision, and personal development reviews. Job description reviewThis is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities and indiscussion with the manager the postholder may be required toundertake other duties which fall within the Banding of the post. The jobdescription will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing servicerequirements and any such changes will be discussed with the postholder. The post holder should be comfortable in the use of computer technology,have basic keyboard skills and have the ability to use email. All employees are expected to observe the following:Equal opportunities and dignity at work statement of intentThe Trust is a major employer and provider of services. We are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of and meets the needs of thelocal community. We oppose all forms of discrimination on legal and moral grounds, andrecognise that discrimination creates barriers to achieving equality foreveryone.Staff are expected to comply with the Trusts Infection Prevention & Control policies and conduct themselves in such a manner as to minimise the risk of causing healthcare associated infections

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of written and verbal communication
• Ability to undertake training and apply learning to work practices
• Food Hygiene Certificate or willing to work towards qualification

Desirable

• Health and Safety certificate

Experience

Essential

• In conjunction with the people supported, to plan, prepare and cook appropriate menus to ensure a varied and nutritional diet and to ensure food is correctly stored and prepared.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness within the ward, undertaking domestic duties as required.
• Ensure all records and reports are completed as appropriate.

Desirable

• Experience of working with adults with complex mental health problems

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Ability to use own initiative

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good standard of written and verbal communication Ability to undertake training and apply learning to work practices Food Hygiene Certificate or willing to work towards qualification Desirable Health and Safety certificate Experience Essential In conjunction with the people supported, to plan, prepare and cook appropriate menus to ensure a varied and nutritional diet and to ensure food is correctly stored and prepared. Maintain high standards of cleanliness within the ward, undertaking domestic duties as required. Ensure all records and reports are completed as appropriate. Desirable Experience of working with adults with complex mental health problems Knowledge & Skills Essential Ability to use own initiative

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

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Grenoside Grange

Salt Box Lane

Sheffield

S35 8QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Grenoside Grange

Salt Box Lane

Sheffield

S35 8QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

• To manage a defined caseload of service users, using evidence based, service user centered occupational therapy skills to assess, formulate, implement, and evaluate specialist interventions.
• To provide effective guidance, supervision and leadership for junior staff, as delegated by the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist.
• To regularly supervise Occupational Therapy students on practice placement.
• To participate in the development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy Services within a designated team, under the supervision of the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist.

Main duties of the job

• To manage a defined caseload of service users, using evidence based, service user centered occupational therapy skills to assess, formulate, implement, and evaluate specialist interventions.
• To provide effective guidance, supervision and leadership for junior staff, as delegated by the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist.
• To regularly supervise Occupational Therapy students on practice placement.
• To participate in the development and evaluation of Occupational Therapy Services within a designated team, under the supervision of the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist.
• To deputise for the Clinical Lead Occupational Therapist as required.

About us

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is a major employer and provider of services. Our Service Users, Carers and Staff are central, and our Values are important, to the delivery of high-quality care. We actively seek out individuals who share these values:

• We are respectful and kind
• We are inclusive
• We work together
• We keep improving

Job summary

Tower Hamlets Talking Therapies are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated High Intensity CBT Therapists to join our dynamic and innovative service.

Tower Hamlets Talking Therapies has been providing a stepped care IAPT service since 2009 and consists of Psychologists, Counsellors, Relational therapists, High-Intensity CBT therapists and Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners offering evidence-based interventions at Steps 2 and 3.

We are part of East London NHS Foundation Trust which has been rated Outstanding by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and are committed to ensuring a healthy work life balance and a positive working environment.

We recognise the need for clinicians to feel well supported in their role and clinical development. The post holder will be part of a supportive team, with access to peer support, high quality supervision and CPD opportunities.

We are a proactive and forward looking service, with a strong commitment to meeting the needs of the diverse community where we are located and we particularly welcome applicants with fluency in Sylheti.

These vacancies are offered on a 12 month, fixed term contract, with the expectation that all clinical staff work at least one late evening per week (i.e. finishing at 7pm).

Main duties of the job

This post involves:

• Delivery of high quality Step 3 interventions for clients presenting with moderate to severe depression and anxiety disorders
• Delivery of therapy groups
• Working with people from different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters where necessary
• Carrying out telephone assessments

Please see Job Description and Person Specification for more details

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to work as the Ward Manager for Galaxy Ward (PICU) CAMHS inpatient PICU ward ward based in Newham.

We are looking for somebody who is passionate and skilled to take on this role.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be enthusiastic, forward thinking and have a keen interest in working with adolescents and their families in a mental health setting. You will be working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing care for young people with a wide range of needs.

The Clinical Nurse Manager will have 9-5 Monday to Friday operational responsibility and accountability for the provision and management of high quality nursing care and for the treatment of service users within the inpatient service area. You will be required to clinically lead, develop the service and nursing team, support care delivery and work with service users and staff to ensure the provision of practices that respond effectively to both individual and service need.

Main duties of the job

To co-ordinate and provide care and treatment to an identified group of patients without direct supervision. In addition, supporting junior staff in delivery of care provision.

To manage and organise work as required.

Take responsibility for the development and delivery of evidence based practice for service users with complex needs, ensuring that it supports and reflects service user individual needs, Trust objectives and professional guidance.

Promotes evidence based practice and embeds QI.

Postholder will be responsible for high quality care provision with highly complex service users and groups.

About us

Our aim is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation TrustChief Operating OfficerLocation: West Park Hospital, DarlingtonSalary: Attractive VSM

As Chief Operating Officer, you will be a voting Executive Director and a key member of the Trust Board and Executive Team. Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across our clinical services, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, responsive and sustainable care. You will play a pivotal role in leading operational performance, quality improvement, transformation and recovery, while strengthening partnerships across the wider health and care system. This is a high-profile leadership opportunity at a critical point in the Trust's journey, requiring a leader who can provide operational grip, pace and assurance whilst inspiring teams to deliver meaningful and lasting improvement.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an accomplished operational leader with substantial experience in large and complex NHS or healthcare organisations. You will bring a successful track record of leading large-scale operational services and managing complex quality, workforce, financial and performance challenges. Experience leading across mental health, learning disability, autism, community services, or similarly complex pathways will be essential, alongside the credibility to influence at Board level and build strong relationships with clinicians, staff, partners and regulators. Above all, you will be a visible, values-led leader with the resilience, compassion and ambition to help deliver outstanding care and outcomes for our patients, carers and communities.

About us

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability and autism services to more than 2 million people across County Durham, Tees Valley, North Yorkshire and York. Our dedicated staff operate from more than 90 sites, working in partnership with patients, carers, communities and system partners to deliver high-quality care. Whilst we have made significant progress in improving our services, we remain rated 'Requires Improvement' by the CQC.

With a new Chair and Chief Executive, a refreshed Board, and a renewed focus on transparency, learning and improvement, we are committed to building a stronger, safer and more compassionate organisation. Guided by Our Journey to Change and our values of Respect, Compassion and Responsibility, we are determined to continue improving outcomes and experiences for the communities we serve.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Very senior manager (VSM)

Salary

£100,000 to £200,000 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

346-CORP-123-26

Job locations

West Park Hospital

Edward Pease Way

Darlington

DL2 2TS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We want our Board to be as inclusive and diverse as possible, and we are keen to attract candidates who can bring diverse perspectives. We warmly welcome expressions of interest from the widest possible range of backgrounds, particularly those who are under-represented at board level in the NHS.

To learn more about this incredible opportunity, please contact our recruitment partners at Gatenby Sanderson:

Laura Cubillo-Aparicio, Niamh Blair, or Robin Staveley via

[email protected]

We are working in partnership with Gatenby Sanderson to manage the recruitment process for this role. All applications should therefore be submitted directly through Gatenby Sanderson. Please be aware that applications submitted via TRAC will not be considered.

Job description Job responsibilities We want our Board to be as inclusive and diverse as possible, and we are keen to attract candidates who can bring diverse perspectives. We warmly welcome expressions of interest from the widest possible range of backgrounds, particularly those who are under-represented at board level in the NHS. To learn more about this incredible opportunity, please contact our recruitment partners at Gatenby Sanderson: Laura Cubillo-Aparicio, Niamh Blair, or Robin Staveley via [email protected] We are working in partnership with Gatenby Sanderson to manage the recruitment process for this role. All applications should therefore be submitted directly through Gatenby Sanderson. Please be aware that applications submitted via TRAC will not be considered.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to master's level, or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience gained through senior operational leadership, supported by evidence of externally accredited postgraduate leadership or management development
• Degree or equivalent professional qualification
• Evidence of significant continuing professional development

Skills

Essential

• Highly developed leadership, communication, negotiation and influencing skills
• Ability to communicate complex, sensitive and contentious information clearly and credibly
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex operational, financial, workforce and quality information
• Ability to make sound executive decisions under pressure
• Ability to provide grip, pace and clarity in complex and ambiguous situations
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to lead through change with compassion, credibility and resilience
• Ability to provide constructive challenge and hold senior leaders to account
• Ability to translate strategy into operational delivery and measurable outcomes
• Strong written and verbal presentation skills, including Board-level reporting

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of NHS operational delivery within a large, complex healthcare organisation
• Knowledge of mental health, learning disability, autism and community service delivery, including national priorities and operational challenges relating to access, urgent and emergency mental health care, crisis pathways, inpatient flow, discharge, safeguarding, restrictive practice, out of area placements, community transformation, health inequalities and partnership working
• Significant understanding of NHS performance, quality, safety, regulatory and governance frameworks
• Significant understanding of CQC requirements, NHS England oversight, national access standards and operational planning
• Extensive knowledge of service transformation, performance recovery, productivity, efficiency and improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of EPRR, business continuity, incident response and senior or executive on-call arrangements
• Understanding of financial management, workforce planning, business planning and risk management
• Strong understanding of partnership working across integrated care systems, local authorities, commissioners and provider collaboratives

Experience

Essential

• Extensive senior operational leadership experience in a large, complex NHS or other healthcare organisation
• Significant experience operating at or close to Board, Executive Director or equivalent senior leadership level within a large, complex organisation
• Experience of leading operational delivery across mental health, learning disability, autism, community or similarly complex multi-service pathways
• Proven experience of leading large-scale operational services and delivering measurable improvement
• Track record of managing complex operational performance, quality, workforce and financial challenges
• Experience of leading operational recovery, escalation and transformation in a complex environment
• Experience of providing assurance to Executive Teams, Board committees or equivalent senior governance forums
• Experience of working effectively with system partners, regulators, commissioners and external stakeholders
• Experience of leading and developing senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience of managing significant risk, complexity and competing priorities

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to master's level, or able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge and experience gained through senior operational leadership, supported by evidence of externally accredited postgraduate leadership or management development Degree or equivalent professional qualification Evidence of significant continuing professional development Skills Essential Highly developed leadership, communication, negotiation and influencing skills Ability to communicate complex, sensitive and contentious information clearly and credibly Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex operational, financial, workforce and quality information Ability to make sound executive decisions under pressure Ability to provide grip, pace and clarity in complex and ambiguous situations Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders Ability to lead through change with compassion, credibility and resilience Ability to provide constructive challenge and hold senior leaders to account Ability to translate strategy into operational delivery and measurable outcomes Strong written and verbal presentation skills, including Board-level reporting Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge of NHS operational delivery within a large, complex healthcare organisation Knowledge of mental health, learning disability, autism and community service delivery, including national priorities and operational challenges relating to access, urgent and emergency mental health care, crisis pathways, inpatient flow, discharge, safeguarding, restrictive practice, out of area placements, community transformation, health inequalities and partnership working Significant understanding of NHS performance, quality, safety, regulatory and governance frameworks Significant understanding of CQC requirements, NHS England oversight, national access standards and operational planning Extensive knowledge of service transformation, performance recovery, productivity, efficiency and improvement methodologies Knowledge of EPRR, business continuity, incident response and senior or executive on-call arrangements Understanding of financial management, workforce planning, business planning and risk management Strong understanding of partnership working across integrated care systems, local authorities, commissioners and provider collaboratives Experience Essential Extensive senior operational leadership experience in a large, complex NHS or other healthcare organisation Significant experience operating at or close to Board, Executive Director or equivalent senior leadership level within a large, complex organisation Experience of leading operational delivery across mental health, learning disability, autism, community or similarly complex multi-service pathways Proven experience of leading large-scale operational services and delivering measurable improvement Track record of managing complex operational performance, quality, workforce and financial challenges Experience of leading operational recovery, escalation and transformation in a complex environment Experience of providing assurance to Executive Teams, Board committees or equivalent senior governance forums Experience of working effectively with system partners, regulators, commissioners and external stakeholders Experience of leading and developing senior leaders and multidisciplinary teams Experience of managing significant risk, complexity and competing priorities

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

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Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Park Hospital

Edward Pease Way

Darlington

DL2 2TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Park Hospital

Edward Pease Way

Darlington

DL2 2TS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

To facilitate and assist with the provision of a high quality and efficient administrative support service to management, staff, and external stakeholders

The post holder will provide a service which focuses directly on the liaison and coordination of all admin activities within the team.

The postholder will act as a first point of contact for the residents, families, staff, and external professionals

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is currently unable to provide sponsorship for this role. If you hold a visa which allows you to work in the UK, you are welcome to apply for this role however our policy requires you to have at least 12 months on your visa at commencement of your employment for training and operational reasons. This means that you need at least 15 months right to work in the UK at the point of application to enable employment checks to be undertaken. Please note this guidance is in line with current UKVI regulations, there is a possibility this may change at any point, and we will update applicants where possible.

Main duties of the job

It is essential that the post holder has excellent communication skills, is organised, and has the ability to prioritise their work and the work of the team effectively. The post holder must be able to demonstrate initiative and, at times work unsupervised. It is essential that the post holder has a range of administrative and secretarial skills including effective use of the full Microsoft Office suite and excellent customer service skills. The post holder must maintain a high degree of confidentiality with relation to employees, and sensitive information in accordance with Trust policies and procedures

About us

We are passionate about providing the very best care to the people we support, and we're looking for amazing people who share this passion to join us.

What is it that makes our Trust such a special place to work? Well, it's all about the people. Our staff, service users, carers and families all come from such diverse backgrounds and all have expertise and stories to share.

It's important that you feel supported in your role, that the people who you work with are as passionate as you are and that your health and wellbeing is taken care of

If you're interested in developing your career, you'll have access to a range of training and education opportunities, including apprenticeships, work experience and placements, as well as the chance to get involved in research.

We are very proud of the difference we make to people's lives each and every day and if that's something that you'd like to be part of we'd love to have you with us.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 an hour per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

457-26-8302351

Job locations

Birch Avenue

67 Birch Avenue, Chapletown

Sheffield

S35 1RQ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To organise and prioritise own workload.

To support the provision of an effective secretarial and administrative service to the team whilst maintaining a high degree of confidentiality in relation to any information about staff. residents and service changes organisational wide.

To deal efficiently and competently on a daily basis with complex administrative tasks often with tight deadlines.

Ensure systems are in place to capture and retrieve statistical information, maintaining databases and producing reports as requested.

Preparation, distribution and circulation of relevant documents and information both internally and externally as required.

Be the first point of contact, provide non-clinical advice and exercise own judgement when dealing with enquiries and independently communicate effectively on behalf of the Team. The post holder will be expected to resolve queries wherever possible, taking messages or redirecting calls as appropriate and ensuring timely action is taken.

Be sympathetic and sensitive to the requirements of staff/ professionals/ families when communicating either face to face or by telephone when dealing with a difficult situation e.g. aggressive or demanding behaviour.

Deal with enquiries to the teams and liaising with professionals from external agencies SHSC, which includes maintaining a confidential and accurate message system.

Directing/re-directing paperwork and emails.

Receive and distribute internal and external mail, ensuring sensitive information is brought to an appropriate persons attention in a timely manner.

Produce regular routine information and reports as required by the staffing team

Set up and maintain accurate and robust information and filing systems inclusive of paper and electronic systems.

• Liaise with SYHA and external providers regarding maintenance and repair requests.
• Log, monitor, and follow up maintenance issues to ensure timely resolution.

Schedule and minute meetings as required.

Monitor the generic email inbox and action in a timely manner.

Fire warden duties including keeping up to date with mandatory training requirements.

Finance & Resources

Stock monitoring.

Completing requisitions using the Trusts online financial system.

• Process invoices, receipts, and petty cash.
• Manage residents personal allowances with accurate accounting.
• Handle and record cash for Activity Co-ordinator and staff initiatives.
• Process and record payments for services such as chiropody and hairdressing.

Job description Job responsibilities To organise and prioritise own workload. To support the provision of an effective secretarial and administrative service to the team whilst maintaining a high degree of confidentiality in relation to any information about staff. residents and service changes organisational wide. To deal efficiently and competently on a daily basis with complex administrative tasks often with tight deadlines. Ensure systems are in place to capture and retrieve statistical information, maintaining databases and producing reports as requested. Preparation, distribution and circulation of relevant documents and information both internally and externally as required. Be the first point of contact, provide non-clinical advice and exercise own judgement when dealing with enquiries and independently communicate effectively on behalf of the Team. The post holder will be expected to resolve queries wherever possible, taking messages or redirecting calls as appropriate and ensuring timely action is taken. Be sympathetic and sensitive to the requirements of staff/ professionals/ families when communicating either face to face or by telephone when dealing with a difficult situation e.g. aggressive or demanding behaviour. Deal with enquiries to the teams and liaising with professionals from external agencies SHSC, which includes maintaining a confidential and accurate message system. Directing/re-directing paperwork and emails. Receive and distribute internal and external mail, ensuring sensitive information is brought to an appropriate persons attention in a timely manner. Produce regular routine information and reports as required by the staffing team Set up and maintain accurate and robust information and filing systems inclusive of paper and electronic systems. Liaise with SYHA and external providers regarding maintenance and repair requests. Log, monitor, and follow up maintenance issues to ensure timely resolution. Schedule and minute meetings as required. Monitor the generic email inbox and action in a timely manner. Fire warden duties including keeping up to date with mandatory training requirements. Finance & Resources Stock monitoring. Completing requisitions using the Trusts online financial system. Process invoices, receipts, and petty cash. Manage residents personal allowances with accurate accounting. Handle and record cash for Activity Co-ordinator and staff initiatives. Process and record payments for services such as chiropody and hairdressing.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oGCSE grade C or equivalent in English Language and Maths

Desirable

• ECDL or equivalent qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• oExcellent interpersonal and communication skills
• oExcellent organisational skills
• oUse of spreadsheets and databases
• oGood command of verbal/written English and good numerical skills

Desirable

• oExperience supporting staff administration, rotas, or workforce records.

Skills

Essential

• oAble to work under pressure in a changing environment
• oGood understanding of confidentiality
• oWillingness to undertake training and personal development in line with the post

Desirable

• Ability to work well within the team
• Ability to work without direct supervision

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oGCSE grade C or equivalent in English Language and Maths Desirable ECDL or equivalent qualification Knowledge Essential oExcellent interpersonal and communication skills oExcellent organisational skills oUse of spreadsheets and databases oGood command of verbal/written English and good numerical skills Desirable oExperience supporting staff administration, rotas, or workforce records. Skills Essential oAble to work under pressure in a changing environment oGood understanding of confidentiality oWillingness to undertake training and personal development in line with the post Desirable Ability to work well within the team Ability to work without direct supervision

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birch Avenue

67 Birch Avenue, Chapletown

Sheffield

S35 1RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sheffield Health Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Birch Avenue

67 Birch Avenue, Chapletown

Sheffield

S35 1RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We havean exciting opportunity to join our team as a CBTTrainee,aspart of the NHS England Workforce, Training and Education (NHSE WT&E) funded Recruit to Train Programme,in partnership with the University of Reading,Charlie Waller Institute.The post-holderswill be training on the Children & Young People Mental Health (CYP-MH) CBT Course, which is accredited by the British Association for Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapies (BABCP).They will becarrying out clinical work in our service to complement their studies and use their newly developed skills. We areseekinghighly motivated and enthusiastic mental health practitioners to work and train within our service. The post holderswill work with people withdifferent culturalbackgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equity,diversityand inclusion.

Information about the Service

North Bedfordshire CAMHS ispart of ELFT (East London Foundation Trust), which also provides CAMHS servicesinLuton andEast London.

North Bedfordshire CAMHS haswell-established multidisciplinary services that provide acomprehensive stepped model of care for children, youngpeopleand their families acrossthe locality.https://www.elft.nhs.uk/services/north-bedfordshire-camhs

Main duties of the job

Responsibiliities will include direct clinical work and management of complex and sometimeshigh riskcases with support of your line manager and clinical supervisor. You will be a member of the multidisciplinary team and involved in MDTmeetings and broader service developments. You will be expected to liaise with other agencies involved in the care of the children and young people on your caseload, including schools, socialcareor other community agencies. .You will be an employee at the service but also enrolled on a Postgraduate Diploma course. As this is a Postgraduate level training, you willbe requiredto study and perform atthis academic level. Applicants must be prepared to work towards their studies outside of protected study time . Protected study time or teaching days are typically two days a week during termand will be a mixture of in person and online sessions. Applicants mustbe willing to travel to Reading Universityto attendlectures.

The course you will be completing at the University of Reading as part of this role is a Level 2 accredited course with BABCP. This means that upon completion trainees will meet criteria to apply for provisional accreditation as a CBT therapist with the BABCP.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

363-SSLB8268957

Job locations

Bedford CAMHS

9 Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Be a member of the multidisciplinary team, accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.Assess clients for suitability for CBT intervention as per training requirements undersupervision of clinical supervisor/line manager.Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the teams referralprotocols, and refer unsuitable clients onto the relevant service or back to thereferral agent as necessary.Formulate, implement and evaluate therapy programmes for the psychologicaltreatment and/or management of a young persons mental health problems, basedupon an appropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems and employingmethods of proven efficacy across the full range of care settings.Involve family members and others in treatment as necessary, conveying therapyformulations with sensitivity in easily understood language.Be responsible for providing and receiving highly complex, sensitive, distressingand emotional information in relation to mental health issues, where there are oftenbarriers to acceptance.Be mindful of the needs of children, young people, families and individuals from awide range of cultural, religious and social backgrounds and develop with colleagues innovative ways of meeting these diverse needs.Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the number of client contactsoffered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting timesand ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.Be responsible for recording, monitoring and reporting on clinical work andcommunicating complex clinical information to a variety of recipients, orally, in writing and/or electronically.Maintain clinical records, collate statistical information and maintain specialistequipment and resources. Complete all requirements relating to data collectionwithin the service. Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols.Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, whereappropriate. Work closely with other members of the team to design and implementcare plans under the senior leadership of the team Lead.

Be responsible for developing and maintaining knowledge of local resources anddeveloping working relationships with relevant statutory, voluntary and communitygroups and organisations.Be responsible for proposing innovative responses to identified community needsand developing these in consultation with senior colleagues.Ensure that professional guidelines for practice are followed appropriately.Receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with good practice guidelines.

To ensure documentation and care plans are comprehensive and in line with the Trust.To record relevant information as consistent with Trust record keeping policyCollate and report on clinical information across a specific area(s).Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to Trust policies andany regulating, professional and accrediting bodies (eg BPS, UKCP, BABCP), andkeep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department ofhealthEnsure that informationprocessed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and inline with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Security and Confidentiality Policies.Ensure clear professional objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed withsenior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with Manager.Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives.Attend relevant conferences / workshops in line with identified professional objectives.

Receive supervision from educational providers in relation to course work to meetthe required standards.To receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with good practice guidelinesand Trust Policy.Ensure that professional practice guidelines are followed appropriately.To participate in the Trust Appraisal and be committed to on-going ContinuingProfessional Development including participation in further specialist training as agreed with supervisor/line manager.

Record and report on personally generated clinical information.Enter clinical information as required into local and Trust electronic informationsystems.Prepare teaching materials and presentations to a professional level.Be familiar with electronic access to research information, for example throughelectronic libraries, data banks, journals and websites.Use electronic mail regularly and competently for facilitating direct and indirectclinical work as well as service development.

Job description Job responsibilities Be a member of the multidisciplinary team, accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service.Assess clients for suitability for CBT intervention as per training requirements undersupervision of clinical supervisor/line manager.Make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the teams referralprotocols, and refer unsuitable clients onto the relevant service or back to thereferral agent as necessary.Formulate, implement and evaluate therapy programmes for the psychologicaltreatment and/or management of a young persons mental health problems, basedupon an appropriate conceptual framework of the clients problems and employingmethods of proven efficacy across the full range of care settings.Involve family members and others in treatment as necessary, conveying therapyformulations with sensitivity in easily understood language.Be responsible for providing and receiving highly complex, sensitive, distressingand emotional information in relation to mental health issues, where there are oftenbarriers to acceptance.Be mindful of the needs of children, young people, families and individuals from awide range of cultural, religious and social backgrounds and develop with colleagues innovative ways of meeting these diverse needs.Adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the number of client contactsoffered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting timesand ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.Be responsible for recording, monitoring and reporting on clinical work andcommunicating complex clinical information to a variety of recipients, orally, in writing and/or electronically.Maintain clinical records, collate statistical information and maintain specialistequipment and resources. Complete all requirements relating to data collectionwithin the service. Keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols.Attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, whereappropriate. Work closely with other members of the team to design and implementcare plans under the senior leadership of the team Lead. Be responsible for developing and maintaining knowledge of local resources anddeveloping working relationships with relevant statutory, voluntary and communitygroups and organisations.Be responsible for proposing innovative responses to identified community needsand developing these in consultation with senior colleagues.Ensure that professional guidelines for practice are followed appropriately.Receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with good practice guidelines. To ensure documentation and care plans are comprehensive and in line with the Trust.To record relevant information as consistent with Trust record keeping policyCollate and report on clinical information across a specific area(s).Ensure the maintenance of standards of practice according to Trust policies andany regulating, professional and accrediting bodies (eg BPS, UKCP, BABCP), andkeep up to date on new recommendations/guidelines set by the department ofhealthEnsure that informationprocessed for both patients and staff is kept accurate, confidential, secure and inline with the Data Protection Act (1998) and Security and Confidentiality Policies.Ensure clear professional objectives are identified, discussed and reviewed withsenior therapists on a regular basis as part of continuing professional development.Attend clinical/managerial supervision on a regular basis as agreed with Manager.Participate in individual performance review and respond to agreed objectives.Attend relevant conferences / workshops in line with identified professional objectives. Receive supervision from educational providers in relation to course work to meetthe required standards.To receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with good practice guidelinesand Trust Policy.Ensure that professional practice guidelines are followed appropriately.To participate in the Trust Appraisal and be committed to on-going ContinuingProfessional Development including participation in further specialist training as agreed with supervisor/line manager. Record and report on personally generated clinical information.Enter clinical information as required into local and Trust electronic informationsystems.Prepare teaching materials and presentations to a professional level.Be familiar with electronic access to research information, for example throughelectronic libraries, data banks, journals and websites.Use electronic mail regularly and competently for facilitating direct and indirectclinical work as well as service development.

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential

• RMN, OT, SW or equivalent professional qualification
• Evidence of continuing professional development

Desirable

• Professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma or KSA evidence
• Teaching/mentoring qualification

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience in a mental health setting, working with young people or adults with mental illness.

Desirable

• Experience of using Routine Outcome Measures (ROMS
• Experience of working with children and young people who have serious mental illness and their families and carers in the community
• Experience of mentoring and clinical supervision of others

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• To have ability to manage case load and act as care coordinator for clients on case list
• To be able to function as part of multi disciplinary team and liaise with external agencies i.e. primary care, education, social and health care.
• To have ability to assess client need, both mental health, health and social needs
• Ability to reflect on and critically appraise the performance of self and others.
• Willingness to undergo regular supervision in order to develop own practice.
• Ability to organise own time and diary and that of junior staff and learners
• Have ability to follow policy and make proposal for change
• Understanding of evidence based practice and the ability to demonstrate how this influences clinical practice
• Maintain patient records both written and electronic
• Understanding of the legal and social policy issues influencing the work environment.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with relevant parties

Desirable

• To have knowledge and understanding of the research process

Other

Essential

• To have knowledge and understanding of the research process
• Car driver, and willingness to drive for work purposes.
• To be I.T competent
• Commitment to client centred, non discriminatory practice
• Commitment to lifelong learning
• Willingness to be flexible

Person Specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential RMN, OT, SW or equivalent professional qualification Evidence of continuing professional development Desirable Professional knowledge acquired through degree/diploma or KSA evidence Teaching/mentoring qualification Experience Essential Post qualification experience in a mental health setting, working with young people or adults with mental illness. Desirable Experience of using Routine Outcome Measures (ROMS Experience of working with children and young people who have serious mental illness and their families and carers in the community Experience of mentoring and clinical supervision of others Knowledge & Skills Essential To have ability to manage case load and act as care coordinator for clients on case list To be able to function as part of multi disciplinary team and liaise with external agencies i.e. primary care, education, social and health care. To have ability to assess client need, both mental health, health and social needs Ability to reflect on and critically appraise the performance of self and others. Willingness to undergo regular supervision in order to develop own practice. Ability to organise own time and diary and that of junior staff and learners Have ability to follow policy and make proposal for change Understanding of evidence based practice and the ability to demonstrate how this influences clinical practice Maintain patient records both written and electronic Understanding of the legal and social policy issues influencing the work environment. Ability to maintain effective working relationships with relevant parties Desirable To have knowledge and understanding of the research process Other Essential To have knowledge and understanding of the research process Car driver, and willingness to drive for work purposes. To be I.T competent Commitment to client centred, non discriminatory practice Commitment to lifelong learning Willingness to be flexible

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).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford CAMHS

9 Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bedford CAMHS

9 Rush Court

Bedford

MK40 3JT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

The SHPU NHS Electrician plays a vital role in maintaining and ensuring the safety of electrical systems within SHPU. The role involves the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of electrical systems to support the smooth operation of healthcare services, ensuring the safety and functionality of all electrical infrastructure across SHPU facilities.

Main duties of the job

1. Installation and Maintenance of Electrical Systems:

   • Install, maintain, and upgrade electrical systems, including lighting, power supplies, and emergency backup systems, across SHPU NHS facilities.
   • Ensure all electrical systems are operating safely, efficiently, and in compliance with relevant standards.

2. Electrical Testing and Inspection:

   • Conduct regular testing and inspections of electrical installations to ensure compliance with IET Wiring Regulations and NHS safety standards.
   • Carry out Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) and other routine checks to ensure all electrical equipment is safe for use.

3. Fault Diagnosis and Repair:

   • Quickly respond to electrical faults and breakdowns, diagnosing and repairing issues in various settings, including patient care areas, offices, and communal spaces.
   • Troubleshoot electrical systems to minimize downtime and disruption to healthcare services.

4. Emergency Response:

   • Provide immediate response to electrical emergencies, such as power failures or electrical hazards, to ensure continuity of essential healthcare services.
   • Be part of the on-call service to address urgent electrical issues outside of regular working hours.

These duties ensure that SHPU NHS facilities maintain a safe and reliable electrical infrastructure, critical to supporting healthcare operations and the safety of patients and staff.

About us

At SHPU, we prioritise the well-being and safety of both our service users and employees. It is our policy and a condition of employment that all employees must join the DBS Update Service. This service carries an annual fee, which employees are responsible for paying up front. However, employees may claim this cost back through the Trust's Employee Expenses Reimbursement Policy. For those requiring a Basic DBS check, it is necessary to register for a DBS Online Account.

Job summary

An exciting opportunities have arisen on Moorgate ward at the Harbour for highly motivated and professional RMN to join the wards as band 6 deputy manager. In coming into this roles, the successful candidates will join an already established leadership team, and will have opportunity to further develop their leadership skills in a supportive environment.

The successful candidate will bring excellent role modelling skills, a passion for supporting and developing junior colleagues, including student nurses and preceptors, and they should have a keen interest in quality improvement projects that can lead to improvements in patient care and staff wellbeing.

You should bring with you experience of nursing people with acute mental health needs, as well as some experience of providing high quality supervision, an awareness of not just how to complete an audit but what to do with the data an audit provides us with, and be keen to develop your own skills once in post.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will be expected to work across a shift pattern, being part of a team that provides 24/7 care and treatment to male and female service users with acute mental health needs. There will be occasions when you may need to support other wards, including our 136 suite, PICUs and older adult wards.

Responsibilities will include providing meaningful clinical and managerial supervision to staff within the team; supporting and developing learners in practice; completion of audits and dissemination of information associated with these; supporting and leading on quality improvements; engaging with patients to support recovery, including leading on dialog+ assessments; ensuring that the clinical environments meet high infection control and cleaning standards; representing the ward at meetings which may involve preparing and presenting reports.

About us

LSCFT values diversity and inclusion, recognising that talent from varied backgrounds creates a flexible, creative, and effective workforce. We actively challenge discrimination and welcome applications from all, regardless of age, disability (including those with experience of accessing or caring for someone who has accessed mental health or learning disability services), ethnicity, gender, religion, belief, or sexual orientation.

Our aim is to reflect the communities we serve, so we particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups. If you'd like to discuss your application, please ask.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services.

LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.

The wellbeing of our people is at the heart of everything we do. We offer a wide range of resources, tools and support to help you thrive both in and out of work.

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

The post holder is to assist the Operations Chief Technician and Senior Technicians in the day to day running of the Sterile Production Unit, the Non-Sterile Manufacturing Department, the Aseptic units and the training of less- experienced staff working in the units. The department is split into four teams: Sterile Batches, Chemotherapy, Non-Sterile and CIVAS. The post holder will be a member of one of these and will rotate between teams as required. It is the post-holder's responsibility to ensure that all products made are manufactured in accordance with the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice, COSHH and Health and Safety Directives.

The post-holder will be expected to deputise for the Senior Technician in each area in his / her absence.

The post-holder is expected to develop and maintain personal expertise in all technical aspects of manufacture and extemporaneous preparation undertaken within the production unit at The Royal Free Hospital, in particular aseptic preparation. To this end, they will be responsible for ensuring their own accreditations are completed and re-validated within the agreed time frames.

Main duties of the job

To responsibly manufacture products in accordance to Standard Operating Procedures and the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice.To liaise with ward staff and pharmacists, on a daily basis, to ascertain their CIVAS and cytotoxic requirements and to prepare doses, as necessary.To be responsible for making sure that the differential pressures in the rooms and on the safety equipment to be used are within the correct limits and facilities and equipment are thoroughly cleaned before and after compounding of preparation. To report to the Chief or Senior Technician if facilities are out of specification and to prevent other staff from using the room or equipment until it is back in specification.To ensure all equipment is cleaned and fit for purpose, and appropriate records made.To accurately calculate the total quantity of each ingredient required to manufacture products.To allot suitable batch numbers and assemble the required drugs and equipment accurately and to check that all ingredients and equipment are fit for use.To carry out a sanitisation process on all drugs and equipment being passed into the "clean" rooms and Grade A facilities, using appropriate agents as specified in Standard Operating Procedures.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts with over 17,000 staff serving 2 million patients every year. It comprises Barnet Hospital, Chase Farm Hospital, the Royal Free Hospital, North Middlesex University Hospital and more than 30 services in the community. This larger scale organisation provides an unprecedented opportunity for us to continue our pioneering work, particularly in finding ways to deliver even better care to our patients.Our mission is to deliver world class care and expertise in our clinical services, underpinned by world class teaching and research and we will continue to measure our progress against our five governing objectives: excellent outcomes, excellent patient and staff experience, excellent value for taxpayers' money, being safe and meeting our external duties, and building a strong organisation.Everyone is welcome at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME, gender equality, staff carers and people with disabilities and lived experiences to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£34,186 to £37,389 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

391-RFL-8290539

Job locations

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust

Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached Job Description for more information about this role and working at royal free London NHS foundation Trust

Person Specification

Royal Free shared commitments

Essential

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments

Education and professional qualifications

Essential

• NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 plus an accredited underpinning knowledge or BTEC Pharmaceutical Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) or working towards completion of the above or an equivalent relevant science degree.

Desirable

• Registered, or eligible to be registered, with General Pharmaceutical Council, as a pharmacy technician or equivalent professional body.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy or experience of working in a drug manufacturing environment
• Portfolio demonstrating competence of previous and current pharmacy practice skills, knowledge and CPD.

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Ability to train and assess others.
• Ability to identify small foreign particles in manufactured products requiring good eyesight.
• Ability to work in areas requiring specialist clothing, such as sterile gowns, hoods, boots, masks and gloves.
• Demonstrated accurate numeracy skills, without using a calculator, including complex calculations, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages, decimal, fractions, and ratio.
• Demonstrated good manual dexterity to undertake fine and accurate manipulative work.
• Demonstrated ability to handle hazardous materials safely according to local standard operating procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to manage load handling issues and ensure local Manual handling procedures are followed.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately follow written procedures under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake preparation of medicines requiring fine and accurate motor skills and concentration.

Desirable

• Good aseptic skills demonstrated by a series of negative broth runs.
• Ability to prioritise and organise routine daily tasks using own initiative.
• Demonstrated pharmacy computer and IT skills, including data entry, word processing and email.

Personal qualities and attributes

Essential

• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure accurately
• Demonstrated ability to work to set procedures.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aspects of a GMP and QA system.
• Demonstrated ability to sit or stand in a restricted position at a work bench for periods of the working time.
• Flexibility to work weekends and Bank Holidays as necessary (on a rota basis).

Desirable

• Demonstrated effective customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate self.

Person Specification Royal Free shared commitments Essential Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments Education and professional qualifications Essential NVQ Pharmacy Services Level 3 plus an accredited underpinning knowledge or BTEC Pharmaceutical Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) or working towards completion of the above or an equivalent relevant science degree. Desirable Registered, or eligible to be registered, with General Pharmaceutical Council, as a pharmacy technician or equivalent professional body. Experience Essential Previous experience of working in a hospital pharmacy or experience of working in a drug manufacturing environment Portfolio demonstrating competence of previous and current pharmacy practice skills, knowledge and CPD. Skills and aptitudes Essential Ability to train and assess others. Ability to identify small foreign particles in manufactured products requiring good eyesight. Ability to work in areas requiring specialist clothing, such as sterile gowns, hoods, boots, masks and gloves. Demonstrated accurate numeracy skills, without using a calculator, including complex calculations, addition, subtraction, division, multiplication, percentages, decimal, fractions, and ratio. Demonstrated good manual dexterity to undertake fine and accurate manipulative work. Demonstrated ability to handle hazardous materials safely according to local standard operating procedures. Demonstrated ability to manage load handling issues and ensure local Manual handling procedures are followed. Demonstrated ability to accurately follow written procedures under pressure. Demonstrated ability to undertake preparation of medicines requiring fine and accurate motor skills and concentration. Desirable Good aseptic skills demonstrated by a series of negative broth runs. Ability to prioritise and organise routine daily tasks using own initiative. Demonstrated pharmacy computer and IT skills, including data entry, word processing and email. Personal qualities and attributes Essential Ability to work as part of a team. Demonstrated ability to concentrate for prolonged periods of time. Demonstrated ability to maintain quality standards. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure accurately Demonstrated ability to work to set procedures. Demonstrated knowledge of aspects of a GMP and QA system. Demonstrated ability to sit or stand in a restricted position at a work bench for periods of the working time. Flexibility to work weekends and Bank Holidays as necessary (on a rota basis). Desirable Demonstrated effective customer service skills. Demonstrated ability to motivate self.

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).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Free Hospital

Pond Street

London

NW3 2QG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a compassionate GP to join our team, dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and able to work confidently and effectively in a fast-paced primary care setting. We are one of the largest GP practices in the Canterbury area, caring for over 21,000 patients across three sites: Northgate Medical Practice, Chartham Surgery and Blean Surgery.

Key Information

• Sessions: To be confimed
• Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
• Transport: A full driving licence and access to your own transport are essential, as the role requires travel across all three sites.

Training Practice

As a Health Education England-approved training practice, we regularly welcome GP registrars, along with nursing, physiotherapy and Kent & Medway medical students, and have a strong culture of learning and development throughout the practice. Since Kent & Medway Medical School opened in 2020, with a clear focus on community-based training, we have been pleased to support that approach, with all of our clinicians involved in teaching and mentoring students. We are also committed to supporting our GPs to develop their own specialist interests and continue to grow within their roles.

Main duties of the job

• In accordance with the agreed practice timetable/clinics, undertake a variety of duties including face-to-face and telephone consultations, eConsults, home visits, and the timely management of queries, paperwork, and correspondence.
• Make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other healthcare workers within the organisation
• Assess the healthcare needs of patients
• Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• Develop care plans in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
• Provide appropriate counselling and health education
• Refer patients to other care providers as appropriate
• Record clear consultation notes to practice standards
• Compile and issue computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions, prescribing in accordance with the practice protocols
• Collect data for audit purposes
• Undertake all normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care

About us

Northgate Medical Practice is one of the largest GP practices in the Canterbury area, caring for over 21,000 patients across three sites, Northgate Medical Practice, Chartham Surgery, and Blean Surgery.

Our clinical team consists of 5 Partners, 7 Salaried GPs, 3 Advanced Clinical Practitioners, 6 Nurses, and 7 Healthcare Assistants, supported by eight administrative departments. As part of the Canterbury North Primary Care Network (PCN), we have additional support from the Home Visiting Team, Mental Health Practitioners, Physiotherapists, Clinical Pharmacists, and a Social Prescribing Team.

We are committed to providing the highest quality care for our registered patients and for those referred into our specialist clinics, which include ophthalmology, audiology, ENT, dermatology, family planning, and minor-ops. As a Health Education England approved training practice, we regularly host GP registrars alongside nursing, physiotherapy, and Kent & Medway medical students.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Assistant Service Manager to join Women's and Neonatal Services at North Middlesex University Hospital.

This role provides an opportunity to work at the heart of a busy and continually evolving service supporting Obstetrics, Maternity and Neonatal care. The post holder will work closely with the Service Manager, Clinical Leads, Matrons and multidisciplinary teams to support the delivery of high-quality services for women, babies and their families.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting service performance, patient access, workforce management and the effective delivery of administrative and operational functions across the department. They will be expected to demonstrate strong leadership skills, sound judgement and a proactive approach to problem-solving, whilst building positive working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

This position is suited to an experienced NHS manager who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is comfortable balancing day-to-day service demands with the need to support longer-term service objectives. The ability to remain organised, resilient and adaptable, whilst maintaining a focus on patient experience and service quality, is essential.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work closely with the Service Manager and Clinical Leads and will be responsible for supporting the operational management and delivery of Women's and Neonatal Services, including Obstetrics, Maternity and Neonatal services at North Middlesex University Hospital. The role will deputise for the Service Manager as required and provide day-to-day leadership to administrative and operational teams to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred services.

The post holder will be expected to exercise initiative, prioritise conflicting work demands and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, internal and external stakeholders to ensure the continued delivery of high-quality care and an excellent patient experience. This requires the ability to achieve objectives through influence, collaboration and effective stakeholder management.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly organised Clinical Pathway Navigator to join our Hepatology service at the Royal Free Hospital.

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will support patients through their hospital care journey, providing the patient with a single named point of contact who will coordinate their care. Work as part of a team within a dedicated speciality/patient group to ensure that all administrative functions for patients from the time of GP referral to the time of discharge are coordinated in line with specific care pathway instructions to facilitate the smooth running of the patients' journey. Where a patient has multiple specialist needs, assist the patient in coordinating their pathways to reduce multiple appointments across the Trust.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job summary

General administrative duties for the department such as faxing, filing of all correspondence (including patient letters until EDRM introduced), results, photocopying and distribution of mail - identify and action any correspondence suitable for own response - produce relevant correspondence for consultant's reply.

• Ensure copies of letters, discharge summaries etc. are sent within the agreed timeframe where appropriate.
• Review the actions and instructions generated from the transcription service when requested.
• Support the team in answering telephone calls and dealing with enquiries in a helpful and courteous manner, using initiative and discretion or directing the call to the appropriate staff member.
• Ensure requests from clinicians/nursing staff for clinic changes, cancellations and creations are processed with the appropriate team in accordance to Trust policy.
• Respond to requests from clinicians to type up urgent letters when required.
• Ensure all patient demographics and contact details are kept up to date on Cerner.
• When accessing patient records ensure computerised tracking systems are used appropriately.
• Phone patients to provide instructions, reminders and information where necessary.
• Attend and participate in meetings relevant to the role as required.
• Provide patient navigation services for satellite and off site locations.

Main duties of the job

Patient Pathway Navigator Band 4 - Oncology

We are looking for a patient pathway navigator to join our dynamic team within the Oncology Department at Chase Farm Hospital.

Our team has pioneered the implementation of the new patient pathway roles with great success - and if you feel you could contribute to our continuing to provide a vital, efficient, much praised and empathetic service for our patients we would be delighted to hear from you.

The role would be based at Chase Farm Hospital and would be working as an integral member of the Clinical/Admin team consisting of Medical Oncology Consultants, SPRs, a Research Nurse and CNSs. You would be an important part of the team providing cohesive and efficient administrative support along with attending team meetings, MDTs and clinics.

You would be part of the patient pathway from referral to discharge and would be the patients' first port of call when they need guidance through what is often a difficult and distressing time in their lives. You would need to have a calm professional appearance and be happy to always go the extra mile to help.

• Typing and data-entry skills
• The ability to take responsibility for ensuring that all tasks are performed in a timely and efficient manner while continuing to represent the Trust's core values in all your interactions.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job summary

We are looking to appoint a highly motivated, professional and proactive individual to support our trust in the provision of world class medical education at Barnet Hospital.

This is an exciting opportunity to put excellence in medical education at the heart of our vision of world-class learning for world-class care.

Previous candidates need not apply for this post.

Main duties of the job

The Medical Education Administrator will provide front-of-house support to our learning centres as well as supporting local administration of medical education. In providing front-of-house services of the learning centres, they will support all users (students, trainees and staff) and ensure they are fit for the delivery of excellence in education. The postholder will support a range of education actions fundamental to the delivery of undergraduate medical education (UGME) and/or postgraduate medical education (PGME). These initiatives will aim to ensure medical education within the Trust meets local and national requirements set out by the Department of Health, the regulatory and professional bodies, university partners and commissioners (NHS England).

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 0.6wte / 3 day per week Band 7 Clinical / Counselling Psychologist or High Intensity CBT Therapist to join our friendly HIV psychology team comprising of clinical psychologists and CBT therapist.

The post-holder will work will support our creative, vibrant multi-disciplinary clinical team (consultants, doctors, nurses, research nurses and pharmacists) to deliver integrated care.

The successful applicant will assist in the provision of offering assessments and interventions to people living with HIV within the Ian Charleson Day Centre, the first open-access HIV clinic in the UK, which is based at Royal Free Hospital.

You will be joining a team of clinical and counselling Psychologists with a particular expertise in health psychology for HIV populations. You will have access to supervision (clinical or cognitive-behavioural supervision).

You will have a clear expression of interest in working within health psychology and a desirable interest in working with people living with, affected by HIV. You will need to be adaptable, confident and able to prioritise a combination of diverse demands on your time and be able to work autonomously.

Main duties of the job

To provide a qualified psychological therapy to patients of the HIV service including psychological assessments and intervention for common mental health problems (depression, anxiety, sleep, stress). The postholder will primarily provide psychological assessment and therapy for issues that fall outside of the HIV condition but may have an effect on the HIV condition and management.

To provide advice and consultation on clients' psychological care to non- psychologist colleagues and working autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the team's policies and procedures.

The post holder may offer clinical supervision to trainee clinical / counselling psychologists. The postholder will work on-site on Mondays and offer remote telephone and video appointments on the second day.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the topFor more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job summary

The Nursing Associate works as part of the team and is accountable for the delivery of patient care under the leadership of the registered nurse.

The post holder is responsible for all aspects of patient care during their stay including the assessment, planning , delivery and evaluation of direct patient care.

To support the Charge Nurse/Senior Sister to monitor the safety and quality of care for patients ensuring it delivers the best clinical outcomes and patient experience.

To supervise and assist with the training and development of Nursing Assistants under the supervision of the registered Nurse.To act as an effective role model and mentor promoting excellence through practice.

Main duties of the job

The nursing associate has a breadth of knowledge across the lifespan and across the fields of nursing, providing holistic and person-centred care and support for people of all ages and in a variety of settings.

The nursing associate works independently under the leadership of registered nurses, working within the sphere of nursing and care and within all aspects of the nursing process.

Nursing associates are equipped with knowledge relevant to employment as a nursing associate and will work to a nationally recognised code of conduct

To be responsible for all aspects of patient care during their stay including the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of direct care.

To support the Charge Nurse /Senior sister to monitor the safety and quality of care for patients ensuring it delivers the best clinical outcomes and patient experience.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Registered Nurse within the new Health Protection Service (HPS)

The newly created HPS will work in partnership, to respond to health protection measures and threats as required. It is envisaged that the HPS will evolve over the year and the post holder will work, either at their designated work base or as part of an agile, patient-facing, outreach team at any location within North Wales.

The Health Protection Team will work alongside the other agencies such as Public Health Wales to protect and improve health and well being and reduce health inequalities for the people of North Wales.

The Deputy Manager will support the Team Manager and Clinical Service Manager in the clinical, operational management and staff development of the HPS.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, forward thinking experienced nurse with excellent organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously.

Are you proactive? Do you enjoy working in an exciting developing environment? Do you have a passion to deliver excellent services? Do you want to help develop this new service now and into the future? If you are, come and join us in this new exciting Health Protection Service.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of the Health Protection Service, the post holder will work, either at their designated work base or as part of an agile, patient-facing, outreach team at any location within north Wales

The post holder is responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of evidenced-based nursing care, working collaboratively and co-operative with others to meet the needs of patients and their families.

Assist in the management and organisation of their clinical area and participating in the education, development and supervision of other staff members.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

050-NMR376-0626-A

Job locations

Health Protection Service - Glan Clwyd Hospital

Rhuddlan Road

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

Person Specification

Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• oNMC registered

Desirable

• oEvidence of post registration study and training

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of providing holistic nursing care
• oInterest in developing nursing skills
• oRelevant experience of Health Protection

Desirable

• oClear understanding of clinical governance framework
• oImplement evidence based practice

Skills and Competencies

Essential

• oClear understanding of contract of care
• oAbility to document details clearly and accurately
• IT skills

Desirable

• oKnowledge of incident reporting policy

Other

Essential

• oAbility to travel between sites in a timely manner

Personal/Disposition

Essential

• oAbility to communicate effectively
• oAbility to work under pressure.

Desirable

• oWelsh speaker

Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications Essential oNMC registered Desirable oEvidence of post registration study and training Experience Essential oExperience of providing holistic nursing care oInterest in developing nursing skills oRelevant experience of Health Protection Desirable oClear understanding of clinical governance framework oImplement evidence based practice Skills and Competencies Essential oClear understanding of contract of care oAbility to document details clearly and accurately IT skills Desirable oKnowledge of incident reporting policy Other Essential oAbility to travel between sites in a timely manner Personal/Disposition Essential oAbility to communicate effectively oAbility to work under pressure. Desirable oWelsh speaker

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Health Protection Service - Glan Clwyd Hospital

Rhuddlan Road

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Health Protection Service - Glan Clwyd Hospital

Rhuddlan Road

Rhyl

LL18 5UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We have an exciting vacancy in the Leaving Care Service for a Social Worker. For more information please see the below.

Main duties of the job

We have an exciting vacancy in the Leaving Care Service for a Social Worker. For more details about the role please see the below.

About us

We have a wide range of great benefits if you join us as a colleague at Cambridgeshire County Council. To find out more please see below.

Details

Date posted

21 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£41,958 to £44,822 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPDF43095D

Job locations

Huntingdon

PE29 3AD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you passionate about improving outcomes for young people, skilled in traumainformed and strengthsbased practice, and confident supporting adolescents through what can be a challenging and transformative stage of life?

Were seeking an exceptional Social Worker to join our Leaving Care Team - professionals who are committed to supporting careexperienced young people aged 1618 as they begin their journey toward independence.

As a Social Worker in our team, you will provide skilled, relationship-based support to help young people prepare for adulthood, whilst ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and access to the services they need, like suitable accommodation, education, employment, and training opportunities. You will take the lead in developing and reviewing highquality Pathway Plans underpinned by thorough assessments, clear goals and shaped around each young persons aspirations, needs, strengths, and independence goal.

A core part of this role is undertaking robust risk assessment and risk management, recognising and responding to the vulnerabilities that can emerge during adolescence and the transition to adulthood. You will work alongside young people and partner agencies to identify risks, build protective factors, promote resilience, and ensure young people are supported through key life transitions.

You will also utilise contextual safeguarding principles, considering the influence of peer groups, communities, education settings, online spaces, and wider networks on a young person's safety and wellbeing. Using professional curiosity and evidence-informed practice, you will assess emerging risks, respond to changing circumstances, and make confident decisions that balance empowerment, independence, and safety.

You will work collaboratively with schools, colleges, health professionals, housing services, and other agencies to create a consistent and joined-up approach that supports the young person holistically.

The role is varied and dynamic, requiring you to use your professional judgement to assess and manage risk, respond to emerging needs, and advocate for young people as they navigate key transitions. You will be a consistent presence in their lives, meeting them where they are and building trusting, supportive, and stable relationships. You will offer encouragement and help them develop the practical, emotional, and social skills they need for a successful transition to adulthood.

If you have the skills, resilience, and dedication to support 1618-year-olds as they take these important steps toward independence, we invite you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.

The role can be based at Scott House in Huntingdon or Noble House in Ely.

For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Leaving Care Team Managers, Benita Scott, on074833 13685 or at [email protected] or Isabella Stecka, on 07795 307575 or at[email protected]

Closing date 4 October 2026. Interviews will be held in person the week commencing 12 October 2026. There will be a written assessment as well as a panel interview.

Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Our benefits

We value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage

• A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family
• 6 days of protected time each year to support in maintaining your Continuous Professional Development
• A relocation package (eligibility applies)
• A pay progression scheme to enable you to accelerate through the pay grade as you gain experience and skills
• Scalable retention payments of up to £8,392 over a 3 year period, starting after your first full year of employment
• ARefer a Friend Schemewhere if you refer another Social Worker to us who is subsequently employed by us as a result of that introduction, well pay you an introduction fee of £350
• Access to our Cambridgeshire Academy for Reaching Excellence (CARE) who will support your development, enabling you to become the best practitioner you can be

For more information and to see our other benefits, take a look at the benefits brochure attached to this advert.

What will you be doing?

As a Social Worker within our Leaving Care Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting young people aged 1618 as they prepare for adulthood. You will undertake comprehensive assessments and take the lead on developing, reviewing, and coordinating Pathway Plans that are forward-looking, aspirational, and firmly grounded in each young persons individual strengths and needs.

A key part of your role will be to champion effective transitions work. You will ensure that young people experience a smooth and well-supported transition from Childrens Services into Adult Services where eligible, building strong working relationships with Adult Social Care teams, health services, education providers, housing partners, and community organisations. Your focus will be on creating a seamless, coordinated approach that removes barriers, anticipates needs early, and supports each young person to move confidently along their pathway to independence.

You will maintain consistent and meaningful contact with the young people you supporthelping them understand their options, navigate key decisions, and access the full range of support available through our Local Offer for Care Leavers. Your case recording will be accurate, timely, and reflective of high-quality social work practice, ensuring clarity of planning and decision-making across all agencies involved.

Alongside your allocated casework, you will contribute to the teams duty system, providing advice, guidance, and immediate support to young people who require assistance on the day. Your relational approach, professional curiosity, and commitment to collaborative practice will be central to achieving positive long-term outcomes for the young people you work with.

About you

We're looking for confident and dynamic individuals who enjoy making a difference in their local community, are curious and spot things that others might not see, enjoy building relationships and likes to explore possibilities.

You must:

• Be a qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration
• Have the ability to work from a variety of locations and travel countywide, and out of county, independently

For a full list of the requirements of the role, please check out the Job Description & Person Specification.

Please note we are not accepting applications from candidates living overseas who require sponsorship to move to the UK

About us

Cambridgeshire is a great place to work and live with a diverse population, an urban centre in Cambridge, historic Isle of Ely, Huntingdon and St Ives as well as more rural landscapes.

Our four values are central to our culture, driving everything we do.

We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Cambridgeshire and want our workforce to be reflective of this diversity, which we firmly believe benefits our colleagues, the organisation and our communities. If you dont meet every single requirement in the job role but think this could be you, please dont be put off. We are committed to building a workplace that is compassionate and inclusive as well as diverse, so if you think you could be a good candidate for this role please consider applying and speak to the recruiting manager if you have any questions.

Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, along with our employee network 'IDEAL' and self-organised peer support groups help us to foster an inclusive, supportive and safe working environment where people feel valued, respected, and empowered. We collect relevant diversity data for monitoring as part of the recruitment process to understand the diversity of our applicants and monitor any trends throughout the recruitment processes so that we can take meaningful action.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We fully support providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, as well as when you join us, and we encourage candidates to contact the Hiring Manager, whose details can be found in the advert, to discuss any adjustment needs. Through a Guaranteed Interview Scheme, we will offer an interview to all applicants who disclose a disability and meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy. On your application form you can indicate you are disabled. Some examples of reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process could include additional time to complete an assessment or printing a document on pastel coloured paper with larger font size and line spacing. We would value talking about what might be possible to enable you to join us and thrive, so if there is something that would help you to do your best during your journey with us, please get in touch.

Visit our jobs and careers section to find out more about our wide range of learning and development opportunities; apprenticeships; our wellbeing package; staff benefits; our commitment to equality, diversity and Inclusion.

http://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/council/jobs-and-careers

Job description Job responsibilities Are you passionate about improving outcomes for young people, skilled in traumainformed and strengthsbased practice, and confident supporting adolescents through what can be a challenging and transformative stage of life?Were seeking an exceptional Social Worker to join our Leaving Care Team - professionals who are committed to supporting careexperienced young people aged 1618 as they begin their journey toward independence.As a Social Worker in our team, you will provide skilled, relationship-based support to help young people prepare for adulthood, whilst ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and access to the services they need, like suitable accommodation, education, employment, and training opportunities. You will take the lead in developing and reviewing highquality Pathway Plans underpinned by thorough assessments, clear goals and shaped around each young persons aspirations, needs, strengths, and independence goal.A core part of this role is undertaking robust risk assessment and risk management, recognising and responding to the vulnerabilities that can emerge during adolescence and the transition to adulthood. You will work alongside young people and partner agencies to identify risks, build protective factors, promote resilience, and ensure young people are supported through key life transitions.You will also utilise contextual safeguarding principles, considering the influence of peer groups, communities, education settings, online spaces, and wider networks on a young person's safety and wellbeing. Using professional curiosity and evidence-informed practice, you will assess emerging risks, respond to changing circumstances, and make confident decisions that balance empowerment, independence, and safety.You will work collaboratively with schools, colleges, health professionals, housing services, and other agencies to create a consistent and joined-up approach that supports the young person holistically.The role is varied and dynamic, requiring you to use your professional judgement to assess and manage risk, respond to emerging needs, and advocate for young people as they navigate key transitions. You will be a consistent presence in their lives, meeting them where they are and building trusting, supportive, and stable relationships. You will offer encouragement and help them develop the practical, emotional, and social skills they need for a successful transition to adulthood.If you have the skills, resilience, and dedication to support 1618-year-olds as they take these important steps toward independence, we invite you to apply for this rewarding and impactful opportunity.The role can be based at Scott House in Huntingdon or Noble House in Ely.For more information or to chat about this opportunity please contact Leaving Care Team Managers, Benita Scott, on074833 13685 or at [email protected] or Isabella Stecka, on 07795 307575 or at[email protected]Closing date 4 October 2026. Interviews will be held in person the week commencing 12 October 2026. There will be a written assessment as well as a panel interview.Appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.Our benefitsWe value our colleagues in Cambridgeshire County Council and have developed a number of benefits in addition to the basics like annual leave, sick pay, pension and mileage A comprehensive wellbeing package to cover all aspects of wellbeing, both in and out of work, which can also be accessed by your family 6 days of protected time each year to support in maintaining your Continuous Professional Development A relocation package (eligibility applies) A pay progression scheme to enable you to accelerate through the pay grade as you gain experience and skills Scalable retention payments of up to £8,392 over a 3 year period, starting after your first full year of employment ARefer a Friend Schemewhere if you refer another Social Worker to us who is subsequently employed by us as a result of that introduction, well pay you an introduction fee of £350 Access to our Cambridgeshire Academy for Reaching Excellence (CARE) who will support your development, enabling you to become the best practitioner you can beFor more information and to see our other benefits, take a look at the benefits brochure attached to this advert.What will you be doing?As a Social Worker within our Leaving Care Team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting young people aged 1618 as they prepare for adulthood. You will undertake comprehensive assessments and take the lead on developing, reviewing, and coordinating Pathway Plans that are forward-looking, aspirational, and firmly grounded in each young persons individual strengths and needs.A key part of your role will be to champion effective transitions work. You will ensure that young people experience a smooth and well-supported transition from Childrens Services into Adult Services where eligible, building strong working relationships with Adult Social Care teams, health services, education providers, housing partners, and community organisations. Your focus will be on creating a seamless, coordinated approach that removes barriers, anticipates needs early, and supports each young person to move confidently along their pathway to independence.You will maintain consistent and meaningful contact with the young people you supporthelping them understand their options, navigate key decisions, and access the full range of support available through our Local Offer for Care Leavers. Your case recording will be accurate, timely, and reflective of high-quality social work practice, ensuring clarity of planning and decision-making across all agencies involved.Alongside your allocated casework, you will contribute to the teams duty system, providing advice, guidance, and immediate support to young people who require assistance on the day. Your relational approach, professional curiosity, and commitment to collaborative practice will be central to achieving positive long-term outcomes for the young people you work with.About youWe're looking for confident and dynamic individuals who enjoy making a difference in their local community, are curious and spot things that others might not see, enjoy building relationships and likes to explore possibilities.You must: Be a qualified Social Worker with a Social Work England registration Have the ability to work from a variety of locations and travel countywide, and out of county, independentlyFor a full list of the requirements of the role, please check out the Job Description & Person Specification.Please note we are not accepting applications from candidates living overseas who require sponsorship to move to the UKAbout usCambridgeshire is a great place to work and live with a diverse population, an urban centre in Cambridge, historic Isle of Ely, Huntingdon and St Ives as well as more rural landscapes.Our four values are central to our culture, driving everything we do.We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Cambridgeshire and want our workforce to be reflective of this diversity, which we firmly believe benefits our colleagues, the organisation and our communities. If you dont meet every single requirement in the job role but think this could be you, please dont be put off. We are committed to building a workplace that is compassionate and inclusive as well as diverse, so if you think you could be a good candidate for this role please consider applying and speak to the recruiting manager if you have any questions.Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, along with our employee network 'IDEAL' and self-organised peer support groups help us to foster an inclusive, supportive and safe working environment where people feel valued, respected, and empowered. We collect relevant diversity data for monitoring as part of the recruitment process to understand the diversity of our applicants and monitor any trends throughout the recruitment processes so that we can take meaningful action.We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We fully support providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, as well as when you join us, and we encourage candidates to contact the Hiring Manager, whose details can be found in the advert, to discuss any adjustment needs. Through a Guaranteed Interview Scheme, we will offer an interview to all applicants who disclose a disability and meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy. On your application form you can indicate you are disabled. Some examples of reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process could include additional time to complete an assessment or printing a document on pastel coloured paper with larger font size and line spacing. We would value talking about what might be possible to enable you to join us and thrive, so if there is something that would help you to do your best during your journey with us, please get in touch.Visit our jobs and careers section to find out more about our wide range of learning and development opportunities; apprenticeships; our wellbeing package; staff benefits; our commitment to equality, diversity and Inclusion.http://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/council/jobs-and-careers

Person Specification

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Desirable

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Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire County Council

Address

Huntingdon

PE29 3AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cambridgeshire County Council

Address

Huntingdon

PE29 3AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)