Job summary

ABOUT THE ROLE As a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills. ABOUT YOU When you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one. REWARDS PACKAGE In return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend

Main duties of the job

As a Regional Kitchen Assistant at Barchester Healthcare, you play an essential role by helping to deliver first-class food and hospitality, crucial for providing exceptional care to our residents. Your work ensures that our residents enjoy a healthy, nutritious diet, which is a vital part of their wellbeing. The position offers a fulfilling opportunity to assist in meal production and enhance the dining experience, with the added benefit of interactions with residents to elevate their hospitality experience. While formal qualifications aren't mandatory, prior experience in a commercial kitchen or care setting is advantageous. Due to the regional nature of the role, access to transportation is needed. Benefits include competitive pay, access to training, wellbeing support, retail discounts, and more, recognizing your vital contribution to resident care.

About us

Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of high-quality care services with a focus on delivering exceptional all-round care to residents within its network of care homes. Known for its dedication to maintaining the highest standards of care, Barchester Healthcare prioritizes the wellbeing of its residents, offering comprehensive services that include nutritious dining experiences and personalized support. The organization supports and values its staff, offering sector-leading benefits and development opportunities to ensure a positive and rewarding work environment. Barchester's commitment extends beyond care, aiming to create a hospitable environment where residents can thrive and enjoy their daily lives with individualized attention and support.

Details

Date posted

03 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£14.21 an hour

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

1545649369

Job locations

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one.REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including:

Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards + Mileage paid from place of work.

And so much more!If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Regional Kitchen Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help to provide the first-class food and hospitality that enable us to give our residents exceptional all-round care and support across a 20 miles Radius. A healthy, nutritious diet is vital to ensuring our residents' wellbeing and helping them enjoy daily life with us, which is why the role of Kitchen Assistant is so important. You'll help to produce meals and create a fulfilling dining experience for every resident. You'll be an asset to your colleagues and your impact will reach beyond the kitchen too. There'll be plenty of opportunities for you to get to know our residents, enhance their hospitality experience and develop your skills.ABOUT YOUWhen you join us as a Regional Kitchen Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in the success of your care home. That's why we're looking for someone who's committed to maintaining the highest standards in the kitchen and during the food preparation process. You should be reliable, considerate and caring in your approach. Formal qualifications aren't necessary, although any similar experience gained in a commercial or care setting would be useful, Along with. As you'll be travelling across the area, you'll either need your own transport or ready access to one.REWARDS PACKAGEIn return for your dedication, you'll receive a competitive rate of pay plus our sector-leading benefits and rewards package including: Free training and development for all roles Access to wellbeing and support tools A range of retail discounts and savings Unlimited referrals with our Refer a Friend' bonus scheme Employee of the Month' rewards and Long Service Awards + Mileage paid from place of work.And so much more!If you'd like to use your attention to detail and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• No formal qualifications required, but experience in a commercial or care setting is useful. Access to transportation is necessary.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential No formal qualifications required, but experience in a commercial or care setting is useful. Access to transportation is necessary.

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

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Barchester Healthcare

Address

Barchester Healthcare

Kettering

NN15 7JZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are a large NHS Mental Health Trust in South East England. We're looking for people to help us provide high quality services for the patients, carers and local communities we serve.

We want patients and staff to recommend our organisation as a place where they would be happy for their friends and family to be treated. You can help us do this by bringing your skills, experience and commitment to Sussex Partnership.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated and experienced part time receptionist. You will be based to work at Hove Polyclinic, First floor on the Millview Hospital site in Nevill Avenue, Hove.

The post holder will look forward to a varied and rewarding work environment, in which finding a balance between team working and utilising initiative is important. You will need the ability to foster positive working relationships & in return be an essential part of the team.

The post holder will be motivated and able to organise their workload, demonstrate a professional face to face and telephone manner, and be able to liaise effectively with other agencies and members of the public. The successful candidate will provide reception duties (checking in clients, taking in deliveries, liaising with team staff, booking rooms, taking calls etc) and general office tasks to support the admin team. An ability to deal sensitively with people who may be distressed at times is also essential.

Main duties of the job

To deal with all incoming telephone calls and sign post as required

To ensure post both internal and external is sent to the correct staff/team

To be responsible for locking up at the end of the day

To deal with all room booking requests via a generic inbox and booking resource scheduler system

To support the wider team with duties such as

Uploading

Calling service users to advise prescriptions are ready for collection

Photocopying

About us

The successful candidate will attend an induction day at Trust Headquarters in Portland House, Worthing prior to commencing in the post

A full two week induction programme will be implemented with a staff buddy to support you.

Regular monthly supervision will be provided alongside an annual appraisal

Job summary

The role of Community Nurse is to work in partnership with service users in the designated care group with complex health presentations, developing their care plans and recovery plans to enable them to lead fulfilling lives. They will demonstrate an understanding of clinical interventions relevant the care group to include education, care plans and discharge planning, working closely with carers, families and partner agencies to facilitate this. The post holder will work at all times to promote the safety and the well being of service users and their families/carers. The post holder will assess, plan and implement care, and provide specialist nursing advice and carry out specialist nursing procedures. The post holder will provide support to core functions of the service such as triage and duty. They will provide clinical supervision to staff and students and act as a mentor for student nurses.

This post offers the Trust's £2,000 Golden Hello or Relocation Incentive for Band 6 Nurses & Practitioners, (pro rata and subject to terms and conditions; please see attached Protocol Document for full details).

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be an autonomous practitioner who will carry continuing responsibility for a defined caseload of service users by undertaking the following duties:

To undertake assessments of individuals and their families in the designated care group with complex health presentations, including those service users presenting with higher levels of risk. To develop alongside the service user their care plan.

To offer specialist nursing assessment and advice where required.

To assess and manage on going risks as identified during the assessment, ensuring that this is done in collaboration with the service user and carers. To regularly review risk factors and make changes to the management of them as necessary.

To contribute to the maintenance and development of the Trust nursing strategy.

To support core functions of the service such as triage and duty.

To ensure that clinical practice is evidence based and consistent with relevant NICE guidelines and Trust policies and procedures.

To provide supervision of junior staff and trainees where appropriate. To act within the NMC code of conduct at all times.

About us

Abide by the standards of behaviour expected by their professional body and the standards of behaviour expected of all staff in the Trust disciplinary policy and procedure.

Adhere to all Trust policies and procedures and are responsible for making themselves aware of these policies and procedures.

Treat information relating to patient, employees and businesses of the Trust in the strictest confidence. Under no circumstances should such information be discussed with any unauthorised person(s) or organisations. At all times employees are required to comply with the provisions of the Data Protection Act.

Maintain their own awareness of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to Health and Safety (whether statutory or Trust), and assist in ensuring the compliance of other staff.

Support the Trusts vision and values and in particular the promotion of a positive approach to diversity, equality, rights, and treating others with dignity and respect; to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage in service delivery and to manage support and comply with the Trust

Equality and Diversity Policy.

Demonstrate the core principles of safeguarding and protection Human Rights; treating people with dignity, fairness, equality, respect and autonomy.

Job summary

Join Us as We Reopen Our New CAMHS Inpatient Unit

We are recruiting a Band 6 Charge Nurse / Deputy Ward Manager to join our newly redesigned Children and Young People's Mental Health Inpatient Unit, reopening in Autumn 2026.

Following extensive co-design with young people, families and staff, and significant investment in our workforce and therapeutic model, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a modern, recovery-focused inpatient service delivering high-quality, purposeful care to young people (aged 12-up to 18th birthday) with acute mental health needs.

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LocationThe unit is based in Haywards Heath, West Sussex, with on-site parking and offering excellent rail links to London (under 45 minutes), close proximity to Gatwick Airport, and easy access to both the Sussex coast and South Downs.

Main duties of the job

About the unit

Our refreshed clinical model includes purposeful admissions, structured care with early review points, strong links with COAST (Crisis Outreach Acute Support Team), and a 7-day therapeutic timetable including evenings and weekends.

You will work as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, supporting young people, families and carers through assessment, treatment and discharge planning in a therapeutic inpatient environment.

This role is ideal for an experienced registered nurse ready to take the next step in leadership within CAMHS inpatient care.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake comprehensive mental health and risk assessments for young people with complex needs
• Act as named nurse and care coordinator, contributing to care review processes and mental health tribunals
• Deliver and evaluate person-centred, trauma-informed nursing interventions
• Provide clinical leadership and act as a senior decision maker during shifts
• Regularly take charge of the ward, coordinating care delivery and staffing
• Support the Ward Manager with operational duties, including rota coordination, staff supervision and quality monitoring
• Supervise, mentor and support junior staff and students
• Work closely with families, carers and partner agencies to support effective discharge planning
• Contribute to service development, audit and quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain high standards of documentation, governance and safeguarding practice

About us

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust delivers specialist mental health, learning disability and neurodevelopmental services across Sussex. This post sits within our Specialist CAMHS Services, offering opportunities to work closely with acute, community and crisis pathway colleagues.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and to creating a compassionate, supportive working environment where staff feel valued, developed and able to deliver their best care.

Incentives

If you are joining as a Band 6 Nurse, you would be eligible for up to £2,000 through our Golden Hello or Accommodation/Relocation Allowance (subject to terms and conditions).

Eligibility includes external candidates, those returning after 24 months, and candidates relocating 30+ miles closer to the work base.

What we can offer you

• A supportive leadership team and strong MDT culture
• High-quality clinical and managerial supervision
• Access to CPD, specialist CAMHS training and leadership development
• Career progression opportunities within inpatient and wider CAMHS services
• NHS Pension Scheme and Agenda for Change benefits

If you are looking for a leadership role where you can make a real difference to young people and their families, we would love to hear from you.

Details

Date posted

03 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Enhancements for evenings/nights/weekends/bank holiday

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-CS-21896-C

Job locations

New CAMHS inpatient site (previously Chalkhill)

Lewes Road,

Haywards Heath,

RH16 4EX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

As a Band 6 Charge Nurse / Deputy Ward Manager, you will provide senior clinical leadership on shift and support the Ward Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the ward.

You will play a key role in ensuring safe, effective and person-centred care, supporting staff development, maintaining high standards of clinical practice, and contributing to service improvement and quality initiatives.

You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, families and partner agencies to support positive outcomes for young people and ensure effective care planning and discharge processes.

Person specification

Essential criteria

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with post-registration experience
• Experience working with children and young people in mental health settings
• Strong clinical skills and risk assessment capability
• Confidence in leading shifts and supporting junior staff
• A compassionate, recovery-focused and trauma-informed approach
• Commitment to high standards of care, safety and continuous improvement

Job description Job responsibilities As a Band 6 Charge Nurse / Deputy Ward Manager, you will provide senior clinical leadership on shift and support the Ward Manager in the day-to-day operational management of the ward. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, effective and person-centred care, supporting staff development, maintaining high standards of clinical practice, and contributing to service improvement and quality initiatives. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, families and partner agencies to support positive outcomes for young people and ensure effective care planning and discharge processes. Person specification Essential criteria Registered Mental Health Nurse with post-registration experience Experience working with children and young people in mental health settings Strong clinical skills and risk assessment capability Confidence in leading shifts and supporting junior staff A compassionate, recovery-focused and trauma-informed approach Commitment to high standards of care, safety and continuous improvement

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification ? Diploma in Mental Health Nursing
• Registered Nurse with current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role.
• Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent
• Evidence of continuous professional development

IT

Essential

• IT literate and willing to enhance skills ? Computer literate. Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint ? Ability to use clinical information systems

Physical

Essential

• Ability to carry out PMVA techniques ? Ability to administer IM medication as required. ? Ability to use manual handling techniques.

Knowledge

Essential

• Significant post qualifying experience relevant to the care group
• Experience of working alongside people with severe mental health problems particularly in their acute phase of illness
• Experience of supervising staff
• Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments
• Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies

Skills

Essential

• Excellent written and oral communication skills ? Ability to communicate in a clear and unambiguous way
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to develop effective professional relationships with others
• Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters overcoming any differences in communication
• Participate in partnership working with individuals, groups, communities and agencies

Analytical

Essential

• Skills of assessing and interpreting mental health service user conditions, communicating that with others and taking appropriate action.

Planning

Essential

• Organising and co-ordinating the activities of others within the ward environment ? Planning off duty rotas ? Co-ordinating ward meetings

Leadership

Essential

• Experience of handling patient property and valuables ? Experience of acting as authorised signatory for staff timesheets ? Ordering stock and equipment as and when required

Approach and Values

Essential

• Punctual and flexible across hours of work when required
• Demonstrate support for the values and beliefs of the Care Group and those of the Trust ? I ? Demonstrate an understanding of the practices of Human Rights in the delivery of this role

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional qualification ? Diploma in Mental Health Nursing Registered Nurse with current registration (mental health / LD/ Adult) appropriate to the job role. Completion of Mentorship Course/ENB equivalent Evidence of continuous professional development IT Essential IT literate and willing to enhance skills ? Computer literate. Sound working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint ? Ability to use clinical information systems Physical Essential Ability to carry out PMVA techniques ? Ability to administer IM medication as required. ? Ability to use manual handling techniques. Knowledge Essential Significant post qualifying experience relevant to the care group Experience of working alongside people with severe mental health problems particularly in their acute phase of illness Experience of supervising staff Experience of working within a multi-disciplinary team Experience of conducting clinical assessments including risk assessments Experience of partnership working within and across various statutory and non statutory teams and agencies Skills Essential Excellent written and oral communication skills ? Ability to communicate in a clear and unambiguous way Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills Ability to develop effective professional relationships with others Establish and maintain communication with individuals and groups about difficult or complex matters overcoming any differences in communication Participate in partnership working with individuals, groups, communities and agencies Analytical Essential Skills of assessing and interpreting mental health service user conditions, communicating that with others and taking appropriate action. Planning Essential Organising and co-ordinating the activities of others within the ward environment ? Planning off duty rotas ? Co-ordinating ward meetings Leadership Essential Experience of handling patient property and valuables ? Experience of acting as authorised signatory for staff timesheets ? Ordering stock and equipment as and when required Approach and Values Essential Punctual and flexible across hours of work when required Demonstrate support for the values and beliefs of the Care Group and those of the Trust ? I ? Demonstrate an understanding of the practices of Human Rights in the delivery of this role

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

New CAMHS inpatient site (previously Chalkhill)

Lewes Road,

Haywards Heath,

RH16 4EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

New CAMHS inpatient site (previously Chalkhill)

Lewes Road,

Haywards Heath,

RH16 4EX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is looking to recruit an experienced passionate, knowledgeable and dynamic Senior Assistant Psychologistto join our Children and Young People's Service (ChYPS) Springtide Day Service based at Aldrington House, East Sussex.

You will be joining a service of highly skilled and experienced Family and Systemic Psychotherapists, Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychology and Assistant Psychologists, Nurses, Dietitian, Support Workers and Occupational Therapists. Our team is responsible for covering all of Sussex.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will support and enhance the professional psychological care to young people within the Child and Young People's Service (ChYPS). Liaise with families/carers, other professionals and organisations to promote communication and good practice.

You will have prior experience of working with eating disorders and/or young people and families, and experience of using therapeutic models associated with this client group.

You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team providing psychological assessments and interventions within the scope appropriate to level of experience and training.

About us

Sussex Partnership Trust provides mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Working in Sussex:

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns there's always new experiences to be enjoyed

Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London

With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the Care Quality Commission. Our staff agree, with 82% of people in our recent staff survey telling us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Other key staff survey results include:

70% highlighting flexible working opportunities as a key point for satisfaction at work

79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work within their team

77% identifying the opportunities to show initiative in their roles

See the attached 'Partnership Perks' document for details about our benefits package.

Job summary

Sonographer - Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, UHB NHS TRUST

As a Sonographer at Heartlands Hospital Birmingham, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations critical to the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients across diverse clinical specialties.

Utilizing the latest sonographic machines, you will acquire and interpret detailed images of a variety of ultrasound exams according to your skill set, ensuring precision and diagnostic accuracy.

You will prepare and position patients, provide clear procedural explanations, and maintain strict adherence to hospital protocols and infection control standards. Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to patient care plans by providing timely, accurate diagnostic ultrasound reports. Your role demands expert knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles, alongside professional certification and commitment to continuous professional development.

This position is pivotal in supporting clinical decision-making and enhancing patient outcomes in a fast-paced, tertiary care setting.

You will be part of a department known for using the latest technology, supporting staff development, and providing caring patient services in a positive and innovative environment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder must have relevant NHS experience in ultrasound as they will be responsible for the provision of a highly specialised clinical ultrasound service, ensuring effective patient treatment and diagnosis. The post holder must demonstrate compassionate patient care during all patient contact through the service.

They will be responsible for managing and prioritising workload and to produce comprehensive independent reports. The post holder will work within professional boundaries to improve patient outcomes and take part in the training of others in the specialised field of ultrasound.

In addition to the delivery of the ultrasound service, the post holder will be responsible for

* Training and development of trainee staff in all aspects of clinical service

* Development and implementation of U/S protocols

* Contribution to research and development

* Promotion of service and Imaging standards

* Participation in audit and research

Deliverables:

Accurate and detailed ultrasound images and reports delivered within set timeframes.

Adherence to safeguarding principles and delivering safe compassionate care.

Clear communication of findings to clinical teams to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

Comprehensive documentation of patient information and scan details.

Contribution to maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-focused scanning environment.

Active participation in team meetings and training sessions to improve service quality.

About us

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

Job summary

Sonographer - Birmingham Heartlands Hospital, UHB NHS TRUST

As a Sonographer at Heartlands Hospital Birmingham, you will perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations critical to the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients across diverse clinical specialties.

Utilizing the latest sonographic machines, you will acquire and interpret detailed images of a variety of ultrasound exams according to your skill set, ensuring precision and diagnostic accuracy.

You will prepare and position patients, provide clear procedural explanations, and maintain strict adherence to hospital protocols and infection control standards. Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to patient care plans by providing timely, accurate diagnostic ultrasound reports. Your role demands expert knowledge of anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles, alongside professional certification and commitment to continuous professional development.

This position is pivotal in supporting clinical decision-making and enhancing patient outcomes in a fast-paced, tertiary care setting.

You will be part of a department known for using the latest technology, supporting staff development, and providing caring patient services in a positive and innovative environment.

Main duties of the job

The post holder must have relevant NHS experience in ultrasound as they will be responsible for the provision of a highly specialised clinical ultrasound service, ensuring effective patient treatment and diagnosis. The post holder must demonstrate compassionate patient care during all patient contact through the service.

They will be responsible for managing and prioritising workload and to produce comprehensive independent reports. The post holder will work within professional boundaries to improve patient outcomes and take part in the training of others in the specialised field of ultrasound.

In addition to the delivery of the ultrasound service, the post holder will be responsible for

* Training and development of trainee staff in all aspects of clinical service

* Development and implementation of U/S protocols

* Contribution to research and development

* Promotion of service and Imaging standards

* Participation in audit and research

Deliverables:

Accurate and detailed ultrasound images and reports delivered within set timeframes.

Adherence to safeguarding principles and delivering safe compassionate care.

Clear communication of findings to clinical teams to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

Comprehensive documentation of patient information and scan details.

Contribution to maintaining a safe, efficient, and patient-focused scanning environment.

Active participation in team meetings and training sessions to improve service quality.

About us

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

Job summary

***Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post***

Applicants are advised to apply early, this vacancy is very likely to close early due to high numbers of applicants.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our integrated team and support the collaboration between Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust and the London Borough of Bexley.

The team provides holistic health and social care assessments for people over the age 18 years, who are registered with a Bexley GP and/ or live in the Borough of Bexley .

The team act as a liaison between acute and community settings, by identifying the most appropriate onward referrals and initiating integrated care pathways, ensuring seamless provision of care and on- going case management. Referrals are received from Health and Social Care professionals, Medical Teams, General Practitioners, and Ambulance Services.

A valid UK Driving Licence and access to a car is essential for this post.

Main duties of the job

This post will work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, including health and social services colleagues to meet the needs of clients referred to the Rapid Response Team , ensuring the highest possible standards of practice.

This post will involve assisting the physiotherapy occupational therapy and nursing staff in delivering rehabilitation programmes, treatment sessions, and undertake clinical nursing activities.

The post holder will deliver designated individualised care and support plans within the community setting, supporting the Rapid Response Team members by facilitating high quality evidence based practice.

The Rapid Response Team (RRT) is a multi- professional team consisting of Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Advanced Primary Care Nurses, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Social Workers, Health and Social Care Assistants, and administrators. The team aims to avoid unnecessary presentation to hospital and residential care, by supporting community patients who are in crisis and to prevent direct hospital admission from Accident and Emergency and other areas such as Frailty Clinic and Clinical Decision Units.

The Rapid Response team is able to provide community follow up and support and review for up to 5 days.

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people living in South East London and Kent and to people in prison. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,000 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, children's centres, schools and people's homes. We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations across the London Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent and manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital in Woolwich as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are one of the largest providers of prison health services providing healthcare to prisoners across Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people. Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Job summary

***Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post***

Applicants are advised to apply early, this vacancy is very likely to close early due to high numbers of applicants.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our integrated team and support the collaboration between Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust and the London Borough of Bexley.

The team provides holistic health and social care assessments for people over the age 18 years, who are registered with a Bexley GP and/ or live in the Borough of Bexley .

The team act as a liaison between acute and community settings, by identifying the most appropriate onward referrals and initiating integrated care pathways, ensuring seamless provision of care and on- going case management. Referrals are received from Health and Social Care professionals, Medical Teams, General Practitioners, and Ambulance Services.

A valid UK Driving Licence and access to a car is essential for this post.

Main duties of the job

This post will work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, including health and social services colleagues to meet the needs of clients referred to the Rapid Response Team , ensuring the highest possible standards of practice.

This post will involve assisting the physiotherapy occupational therapy and nursing staff in delivering rehabilitation programmes, treatment sessions, and undertake clinical nursing activities.

The post holder will deliver designated individualised care and support plans within the community setting, supporting the Rapid Response Team members by facilitating high quality evidence based practice.

The Rapid Response Team (RRT) is a multi- professional team consisting of Advanced Clinical Practitioners, Advanced Primary Care Nurses, Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Social Workers, Health and Social Care Assistants, and administrators. The team aims to avoid unnecessary presentation to hospital and residential care, by supporting community patients who are in crisis and to prevent direct hospital admission from Accident and Emergency and other areas such as Frailty Clinic and Clinical Decision Units.

The Rapid Response team is able to provide community follow up and support and review for up to 5 days.

About us

Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people living in South East London and Kent and to people in prison. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,000 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, children's centres, schools and people's homes. We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations across the London Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent and manage hospital sites including Queen Mary's Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital in Woolwich as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are one of the largest providers of prison health services providing healthcare to prisoners across Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people. Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:

• We're Kind
• We're Fair
• We Listen
• We Care

Job summary

We are currently seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and motivated practice nurse to join our forward thinking team at Westbury Group Practice.

The successful candidate will work with a range of health and care professionals and will be supported within our strong nursing team. You will be part of the team responsible for helping people manage long term conditions, health screening, family planning, running vaccination programmes and providing wound care to the Practice population. The successful candidate must have skills and experience in caring for people with diabetes in the community, administering child immunisations and competency in compression bandaging.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will undertake clinical nursing practice, within scope of competence, to deliver holistic care to people accessing primary healthcare services. They will operate practice nurse clinics specific to competencies and needs of the service. For example; immunisation clinics, travel clinic, wound care clinics, general practice nurse clinics and diabetes clinics.

About us

Westbury Group Practice is a large GP Practice with circa 25k patients and a CQC rating of Good. We operate from a modern, purpose built centre, with good transport links and ample free onsite parking.

Benefits include:

Membership in to NHS Pension Scheme

Minimum 27 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

Are you an experienced Band 2 or Band 3 Healthcare Assistant looking for a change? Or maybe you are someone who has always felt you would like to care for others but have no experience?

At Wokingham Hospital, we have two wards within our Inpatient Unit, caring for adults of any age with a wide mix of health care needs. We are a 24 hour service 365 days a year, mostly nursing led with support from the medical and therapy teams. The role aims to serve our patients, promote their independence, and support the service and team.

In addition to ensuring you develop the skills needed to deliver a high standard of personal care to the patients on our wards, BHFT is keen to provide access to any additional training. A number of our current HCAs have progressed to achieve qualifications including NVQ, sponsored Nurse Associate Training, and overseas Nursing adaptation programmes. We recognise not all staff wish to pursue these qualifications, so will also provide access to shorter non-academic courses that will enhance the care you deliver on a daily basis too.

The unit is based in Wokingham close to shops and public transport for easy commuting, and Wokingham Community Hospital staff are eligible for 'fringe London weighting' under agenda for change, which equates to an additional 5% of your basic NHS salary, and free staff parking on our Hospital site

Main duties of the job

• Work closely as part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team to support qualified nurses in the care of patients requiring medical and rehabilitation support.
• Responsible for the assistance of patient's care needs, such as washing, dressing, mobilising and promoting their independence in all activities of daily living.
• Patient safety and infection control practice.
• Participating in training and support.

About us

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:

• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£26,618 a year per annum (Incl. of HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

371-CHS1346

Job locations

Wokingham InPatient Unit, Wokingham Hospital

41 Barkham Road

Wokingham

Berkshire

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The must haves for you to be considered for this role:

• Understanding and compassionate attitude to the care of people.
• Good understanding and use of IT programmes as we are a digital Trust
• Work flexibly in a 24/7 service (Including share of weekend/ day and night shifts).

If you recognise yourself in these requirements, we recommend you apply today!

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey.

In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted.

We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.

We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact: Ellen Bowley on 0118 9046064 or [email protected] who'll be delighted to help.

Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Job description Job responsibilities The must haves for you to be considered for this role: Understanding and compassionate attitude to the care of people. Good understanding and use of IT programmes as we are a digital Trust Work flexibly in a 24/7 service (Including share of weekend/ day and night shifts). If you recognise yourself in these requirements, we recommend you apply today! For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise that AI tools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants. However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process. AI must not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. We're committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Stonewall Proud Employer, Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We are happy to answer any questions that you may have. Please don't hesitate to contact: Ellen Bowley on 0118 9046064 or [email protected] who'll be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Education, qualifications or training

Essential

• English and Maths (A*-C or 9-4) GCSE or equivalent qualification
• Care Certificate or willingness to undertake the Care Certificate.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of delivering excellent customer service

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Essential

• Knowledge of personal care and related procedures
• Proficient IT skills; able to input, save and open information in a variety of systems.
• Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues in a variety of roles and seniorities, and service users where there may be barriers to understanding or engagement.

Additional Requirements

Essential

• Ability to travel to multiple sites during the course of the working day where the location may be challenging to reach via public transport.

Person Specification Education, qualifications or training Essential English and Maths (A*-C or 9-4) GCSE or equivalent qualification Care Certificate or willingness to undertake the Care Certificate. Previous Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of delivering excellent customer service Knowledge, skills and abilities Essential Knowledge of personal care and related procedures Proficient IT skills; able to input, save and open information in a variety of systems. Ability to effectively communicate with colleagues in a variety of roles and seniorities, and service users where there may be barriers to understanding or engagement. Additional Requirements Essential Ability to travel to multiple sites during the course of the working day where the location may be challenging to reach via public transport.

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

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham InPatient Unit, Wokingham Hospital

41 Barkham Road

Wokingham

Berkshire

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Berkshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

Wokingham InPatient Unit, Wokingham Hospital

41 Barkham Road

Wokingham

Berkshire

RG41 2RE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Lincoln House Surgery is seeking to appoint a salaried GP to join our established, supportive and friendly clinical team. We are currently offering a 4-session per week position, worked across Thursday and Friday. Due to current patient demand and the operational requirements of the practice, we are unable to offer flexibility regarding these working days.

We offer competitive sessional rates, enhanced annual leave, and study leave (1 week pro rata), alongside a genuinely supportive working environment.

We are looking for a GP who is committed to delivering high-quality patient care and who would welcome the opportunity to become part of our collaborative and supportive practice team. This role is designed with sustainability in mind combining a manageable workload, a collaborative culture, and the flexibility modern general practice needs.

This post offers salaried sessions within a practice that values mutual trust, flexibility, and worklife balance. Youll be joining an experienced multidisciplinary team committed to delivering excellent patient care.

Key information:

• In surgery sessions at either of our 2 branches located in Hemel Hempstead, supported by an efficient triage system
• No on-call sessions
• Realistic and sustainable workload expectations
• Strong day-to-day support from experienced GP colleagues and the wider team
• Opportunities to shape how we deliver care as the practice continues to evolve

Main duties of the job

What youll be doing:

• Providing high-quality, patient-centred primary care
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Contributing to clinical governance and quality improvement
• Engaging in ongoing professional development

• Thoughtful, patient-centred care
• Working as part of a team rather than in isolation
• A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to general practice

• Decisions are shared and communication is open
• Your time and input are respected
• Theres space to develop interests without pressure

About us

Lincoln House Surgery is a dynamic, award-winning practice with a strong reputation for high-quality care and continuous improvement. In 2024, we merged with Highfield Surgery, now operating as our branch site. Both sites work within a well-established total triage model, fully embedded into our daily practice and supporting safe, efficient access for patients.

We are proud to be part of a well-established PCN, working closely with neighbouring practices in a collaborative and supportive environment where clinicians are valued and supported to thrive.

Why Join Lincoln House Surgery?

• A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive working culture
• A practice that embraces innovation and modern access models
• Opportunities for training and professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits
• NHS Pension

For an informal conversation, contact our operations managers at [email protected].

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a Fellowship in advanced otology for a 12 month period, commencing in August 2027. The post is suitable for doctors who have completed their SpR or equivalent training and are seeking to extend their experience prior to applying for a Consultant post with a subspecialist interest in Otology. The post will provide a great opportunity to receive further specialist training.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work with a team of five Consultant Otologists and will be primarily based at the Queen Elizabeth Hospital Birmingham. The Otology group provide secondary care to South Birmingham and tertiary services to the population of the West Midlands. The Otology unit comprises general otology and specialist ear services. The fellow will be exposed to multidisciplinary team working in a variety of clinic and theatre settings including lateral skull base, auditory implantation, balance, NF2, hereditary paraganglioma and facial palsy.

About us

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

Job summary

The Colne Practice, located in Rickmansworth, is seeking a qualified clinical pharmacist to join the team for three days per week. Ideal working days will be Monday to Wednesday (negotiable) working 9am to 5pm.

Main duties of the job

• Clinically assessing and treating patients
• Providing clinical advice and expertise on medication
• Providing specialist expertise in the use of medicines and medicine information (e.g. side-effects, dosage)
• Providing pharmaceutical medication review and health education advice to patients, by face-to-face, telephone or notes-based review, as agreed with the practice
• Ability to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general care plans for patients with long-term conditions
• Contributing to public health campaigns, including flu vaccinations, childhood immunisation and adult immunisation programmes
• Processing specialist treatment and hospital medication discharge letters
• Monitoring patients with respiratory conditions
• Establishing ongoing professional relationships with individual patients

About us

The Colne Practice is a friendly GP practice with a list size of approximately 10,500 patients. Our team comprises 7 GP partners, 2 practice nurses, 1 HCA, 2 clinical pharmacists and reception and admin teams. We have on site staff parking.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, organised and motivated Medical Secretary to join our Faster Diagnostic Service.

The service provides timely assessment, investigation and diagnosis for patients referred with potential cancer symptoms. The service supports patients presenting with a wide variety of symptoms and works closely with multidisciplinary teams across primary, secondary and diagnostic care to ensure patients receive high-quality, patient-centred care throughout their diagnostic journey.

As a Medical Secretary, you will play a vital role in supporting the clinical team and ensuring the smooth administration of the patient pathway.

We offer the opportunity to work within a supportive and friendly team. We are committed to flexible working and welcome applications from candidates seeking full-time, part-time or job share arrangements. This is a hybrid role, providing opportunities for both office-based and remote working where service needs allow. We encourage our staff to use their initiative to identify and develop innovative ways of working that enhance productivity, improve patient experience and support team collaboration.

If you are passionate about delivering excellent patient care through outstanding administrative support, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

*To provide a complete confidential general and medical secretarial service for the Consultant(s) and their medical team. To assume responsibility for the daily management of the medical team diary. All work to be carried out on own initiative, without direct supervision and to tight deadlines, in order to achieve Trust standard and targets.

*To touch type from audio and / or shorthand the following documents: clinical letters; results letters. This requires an understanding of medical terminology, phraseology and medications, as well as high levels of concentration. Many documents may be of a complex or distressing nature.

*Knowledge and use of various Microsoft Office Software programmes including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access (database) to produce clinical letters and other relevant correspondence.

*To provide day to day supervision to secretaries/clerical officers, allocating and monitoring work on a daily basis.

*Provide and be responsible for the training of Medical Secretary trainees.

*To sort, distribute and prioritise incoming mail, using judgement and experience to decide which documents are to be passed to the Consultant(s) and their team for urgent action, and which may be passed directly to other areas for action and information.

*Provide reciprocal cover for administrative Team during annual leave and sickness absence.

About us

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

Job summary

The Ophthalmology service is looking to recruit a highly motivated, reliable, and focused administrative support worker to join our welcoming team. We are a creative and innovative team working in a large multi-disciplined service, therefore require someone who is flexible to change and adaptable to the pressures of changing priorities and urgent tasks. A proactive approach, good judgement, initiative and critical thinking skills are crucial to managing this diverse and demanding role.

Main duties of the job

Ensuring patient results are reported, communicating the results to GPs/patients efficiently. Undertaking any actions required based on clinical outcomes i.e. request an outpatient appointment, ensure patients are put on the waiting list, update the open clocks etc. Ensuring 10-day turnaround targets are met when communicating outpatient, diagnostic, elective and general letters to General Practitioners and patients. Liaising with care professionals from all services in UHB and wider NHS trusts. Having phone conversations with patients, demonstrating an empathic and supportive approach to all queries and requests as well as communicating clear guidance of what the patient should expect regarding next steps. Prioritising tasks and duties to provide an efficient and effective service at all times. Liaising with ophthalmology secretarial team and wider administrative team to support team initiatives and service delivery.

About us

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

Job summary

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) will be an experienced prescriber, autonomous clinician working within their professional boundaries to provide expert clinical care, including the authority to independently prescribe medications. Working both onsite at The Croft Practice and in the community, the ANP will be an integral part of the total triage model, collaborating closely with triage GPs to manage patient flow through telephone, online and face-to-face consultations.

The role will combine onsite clinical sessions with planned and urgent community visits to housebound patients and residents in care homes. The ANP will manage acute presentations and long-term condition reviews and coordinate care pathways across multidisciplinary teams.

Main duties of the job

Independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients presenting with both undifferentiated and chronic conditions.

Work within the total triage model reviewing online and telephone consultations, escalating appropriately and managing within scope.

Prescribe and review medications within scope of practice, aligned with local and national guidelines.

Undertake planned and urgent community visits to housebound patients and residents in care homes, providing acute and chronic condition management.

Manage patients with complex needs using evidence-based practice.

Interpret and act upon diagnostic results, correspondence, discharge summaries, and clinical alerts.

Initiate and monitor treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.

Support urgent/emergency presentations, initiating appropriate response pathways.

Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records and documentation in accordance with practice protocols.

Maintain effective communication with triage GPs, practice staff, community teams, and external stakeholders.

Use sensitive, culturally appropriate communication methods when consulting patients and families.

Act as a patient advocate, supporting informed choice and self-management.

Participate in MDT meetings, safeguarding discussions, and palliative care coordination.

About us

The Croft Practice cares for a mainly rural population covering an area of some 30 square miles in West Sussex, surrounding the Five Villages. As members of the Primary Health Care Team, we are committed to giving the best possible care and service to our patients.

We are rated 'Good' by CQC.

It is an exciting time at The Croft Practice as we recently opened our new site, Eastergate Medical Centre.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£57,884.61 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

A2219-26-0001

Job locations

Barnham Road

Eastergate

Chichester

West Sussex

PO20 3RP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will be an experienced prescriber, autonomous clinician working within their professional boundaries to provide expert clinical care, including the authority to independently prescribe medications. Working both onsite at The Croft Practice and in the community, the ANP will be an integral part of the total triage model, collaborating closely with triage GPs to manage patient flow through telephone, online and face-to-face consultations.

The role will combine onsite clinical sessions with planned and urgent community visits to housebound patients and residents in care homes. The ANP will manage acute presentations and long-term condition reviews and coordinate care pathways across multidisciplinary teams.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities

Clinical

Independently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients presenting with both undifferentiated and chronic conditions.

Work within the total triage model reviewing online and telephone consultations, escalating appropriately and managing within scope.

Prescribe and review medications within scope of practice, aligned with local and national guidelines.

Undertake planned and urgent community visits to housebound patients and residents in care homes, providing acute and chronic condition management.

Manage patients with complex needs using evidence-based practice.

Interpret and act upon diagnostic results, correspondence, discharge summaries, and clinical alerts.

Initiate and monitor treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.

Support urgent/emergency presentations, initiating appropriate response pathways.

Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records and documentation in accordance with practice protocols.

Communication & Coordination

Maintain effective communication with triage GPs, practice staff, community teams, and external stakeholders.

Use sensitive, culturally appropriate communication methods when consulting patients and families.

Act as a patient advocate, supporting informed choice and self-management.

Participate in MDT meetings, safeguarding discussions, and palliative care coordination.

Service Quality & Governance

Participate in clinical audits, significant event reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.

Adhere to evidence-based guidelines (NICE, CQC, NHSE) and practice policies.

Recognise and act within own competencies and scope of practice as per NMC standards.

Identify and report safeguarding concerns in accordance with local protocols.

Leadership & Development

Contribute to the education and mentorship of colleagues, students, and trainees.

Maintain personal CPD, revalidation, and appraisal requirements.

Participate in shaping service development and strategic planning initiatives.

Provide professional leadership and act as a role model for clinical excellence.

Essential Criteria

Registered Nurse with NMC registration.

MSc/Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent.

Independent Non-Medical Prescriber (V300).

Substantial experience in primary care or urgent care setting.

Proven ability to work autonomously in clinical decision-making.

Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community visits.

Desirable Criteria

Experience using SystmOne or other primary care systems.

Experience in care home settings or community settings.

Confidentiality

All employees of the Organisation are required to maintain the confidentiality of

members of the public and members of staff in accordance with the Practice

policies.

Health & Safety

All employees have a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that

of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees are

required to co-operate with management to enable the practice to meet its own

legal duties and to report any hazardous situations or defective equipment.

Things you should know:

Diversity and inclusion are very important to us at The Croft Practice and we value a multitude of diverse talent within the business. We want everyone to be themselves at work and encourage a culture that includes everyone. Our policies ensure that every candidate and employee are treated fairly and with equal opportunities.

The content of this Job Description represents an outline of the post only and is

therefore, not a precise catalogue of duties and responsibilities. The Job

Description is therefore intended to be flexible and is subject to review and

amendment in the light of changing circumstances, following consultation

Job description Job responsibilities The Advanced Nurse Practitioner will be an experienced prescriber, autonomous clinician working within their professional boundaries to provide expert clinical care, including the authority to independently prescribe medications. Working both onsite at The Croft Practice and in the community, the ANP will be an integral part of the total triage model, collaborating closely with triage GPs to manage patient flow through telephone, online and face-to-face consultations.The role will combine onsite clinical sessions with planned and urgent community visits to housebound patients and residents in care homes. The ANP will manage acute presentations and long-term condition reviews and coordinate care pathways across multidisciplinary teams.Key responsibilities and accountabilitiesClinicalIndependently assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate care for patients presenting with both undifferentiated and chronic conditions. Work within the total triage model reviewing online and telephone consultations, escalating appropriately and managing within scope. Prescribe and review medications within scope of practice, aligned with local and national guidelines. Undertake planned and urgent community visits to housebound patients and residents in care homes, providing acute and chronic condition management. Manage patients with complex needs using evidence-based practice. Interpret and act upon diagnostic results, correspondence, discharge summaries, and clinical alerts. Initiate and monitor treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care. Support urgent/emergency presentations, initiating appropriate response pathways. Maintain accurate, contemporaneous patient records and documentation in accordance with practice protocols.Communication & CoordinationMaintain effective communication with triage GPs, practice staff, community teams, and external stakeholders. Use sensitive, culturally appropriate communication methods when consulting patients and families. Act as a patient advocate, supporting informed choice and self-management. Participate in MDT meetings, safeguarding discussions, and palliative care coordination.Service Quality & GovernanceParticipate in clinical audits, significant event reviews, and quality improvement initiatives.Adhere to evidence-based guidelines (NICE, CQC, NHSE) and practice policies. Recognise and act within own competencies and scope of practice as per NMC standards. Identify and report safeguarding concerns in accordance with local protocols.Leadership & DevelopmentContribute to the education and mentorship of colleagues, students, and trainees. Maintain personal CPD, revalidation, and appraisal requirements. Participate in shaping service development and strategic planning initiatives. Provide professional leadership and act as a role model for clinical excellence.Essential CriteriaRegistered Nurse with NMC registration. MSc/Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent. Independent Non-Medical Prescriber (V300). Substantial experience in primary care or urgent care setting. Proven ability to work autonomously in clinical decision-making. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community visits.Desirable Criteria Experience using SystmOne or other primary care systems. Experience in care home settings or community settings.ConfidentialityAll employees of the Organisation are required to maintain the confidentiality of members of the public and members of staff in accordance with the Practicepolicies.Health & SafetyAll employees have a statutory duty of care for their own personal safety and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees are required to co-operate with management to enable the practice to meet its own legal duties and to report any hazardous situations or defective equipment.Things you should know:Diversity and inclusion are very important to us at The Croft Practice and we value a multitude of diverse talent within the business. We want everyone to be themselves at work and encourage a culture that includes everyone. Our policies ensure that every candidate and employee are treated fairly and with equal opportunities. The content of this Job Description represents an outline of the post only and is therefore, not a precise catalogue of duties and responsibilities. The Job Description is therefore intended to be flexible and is subject to review and amendment in the light of changing circumstances, following consultation

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with NMC registration.
• MSc/Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent.
• Independent Non-Medical Prescriber V300.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial experience in primary care or urgent care setting.
• Proven ability to work autonomously in clinical decision-making.

Desirable

• Experience using SystmOne or other primary care systems.
• Experience in care home settings or community settings.

Other

Essential

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community visits.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse with NMC registration. MSc/Postgraduate qualification in Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent. Independent Non-Medical Prescriber V300. Experience Essential Substantial experience in primary care or urgent care setting. Proven ability to work autonomously in clinical decision-making. Desirable Experience using SystmOne or other primary care systems. Experience in care home settings or community settings. Other Essential Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for community visits.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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. 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

The Croft Practice

Address

Barnham Road

Eastergate

Chichester

West Sussex

PO20 3RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thecroft-practice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

The Croft Practice

Address

Barnham Road

Eastergate

Chichester

West Sussex

PO20 3RP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.thecroft-practice.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

JOB TITLE: SALARIED GP

REPORTS TO: THE PARTNERS (Clinically)

THE PRACTICE MANAGER (Administratively)

HOURS: 6 sessions - days to be discussed

The post-holder will manage a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Main duties of the job

• In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties, including surgery and telephone consultations, queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness
• Developing care plans for health in consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols
• Providing counselling and health education
• Admitting or discharging patients to and from the caseload and referring to other care providers as appropriate
• Recording clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards
• Collecting data for audit purposes
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible)
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice prescribing formulary (or generically) whenever this is clinically appropriate
• In general, the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with working within primary care.

About us

Holmhurst Medical Centre is an established General Practice serving over 10,500 patients in the Redhill area. We are committed to providing high quality continuing care within the community and aim to provide a wide range of high-quality medical services.

The doctors, nurses, attached health care team and support staff strive to provide the best possible services to our patients.

We are a training practice for doctors, which means that doctors spend time with us (up to 12 months) in order to gain experience.

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

We are seeking a Band 6 Wound Clinic Team Leader to join our Tissue Viability and Wound Therapy Service, providing high-quality, evidence-based wound care to patients attending Medway Community Healthcare wound clinics.

The successful candidate will work as part of a specialised multidisciplinary team, assessing patient needs, developing and evaluating personalised care plans, and delivering appropriate wound treatment, prescribing, advice and support to promote healing and improve outcomes.

You will support the effective day-to-day management of wound clinics, assist the Senior Wound Therapist, and lead workload allocation during short periods of absence. The role includes providing leadership, supervision and development support to Healthcare Assistants, students and visitors, ensuring safe, compassionate and high-quality care aligned with current evidence and best practice.

If you are an experienced clinician with excellent leadership and communication skills, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• Assess, treat and monitor patients attending
• wound clinics, delivering evidence-based wound care and evaluating treatment outcomes.
• Conduct comprehensive wound assessments and develop individualised care plans in collaboration with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide education, advice and support to patients, families and carers to promote wound healing, self-management and health improvement.
• Communicate effectively with GPs, community services, care homes, hospitals and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Organise and prepare clinic sessions, prioritising workloads and managing appointments to meet patient needs efficiently

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

1 years

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

846-8219442-TS

Job locations

Across the Medway towns

Medway

ME1 2EL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Find out more about the community difference here.

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

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• You will have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience plus a diploma in nursing.
• You'll need to have experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting/ mentoring others.
• You will be a registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council

Knowledge and skill

Essential

• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases.
• You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidencebased procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker.

Desirable

• Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage as well as an understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance.

Working environment

Essential

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

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential You will have a Level 6 Degree or equivalent qualification, or equivalent knowledge acquired through experience plus a diploma in nursing. You'll need to have experience of managing complex caseloads and supporting/ mentoring others. You will be a registered health care professional with the Nursing and Midwifery Council Knowledge and skill Essential You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases. You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidencebased procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker. Desirable Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage as well as an understanding of National Service Frameworks and NICE guidance. Working environment Essential A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role. Should you require workplace adjustments under the Equality Act 2010, we are committed to supporting you to meet the mobility requirements of the role wherever possible

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Across the Medway towns

Medway

ME1 2EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Across the Medway towns

Medway

ME1 2EL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

The NHS is changing. More emphasis on community-based care means there's never been a better time to join us. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition. We are looking for an enthusiastic and adaptable Healthcare Assistant to join our caring and progressive team in Sevenoaks. You will work as part of a close-knit team who are dedicated to the health and wellbeing of people in Sevenoaks. Sevenoaks is made up of a diverse patient group with complex needs. Healthcare assistants make a difference by helping to keep people at home and independent for longer. Our community nursing teams are closely aligned with local Primary Care Networks, to make sure patient care is holistic and joined up. We believe in treating the whole person, not just the condition, so we take time to get to know our patients.

Main duties of the job

Healthcare assistants provide care to people at home and in residential care homes, as part of a care plan agreed with local nursing teams.

As a healthcare assistant you'll:

• Work as part of a team to provide care to local patients and families
• monitor the quality of care they're receiving
• provide feedback to managers on the quality of care.

Your patients could be any age, but they'll often be elderly, while others may have been recently discharged from hospital, be terminally ill or have physical disabilities.

As a Healthcare Assistant you will work as part of a team to keep people safe and well at home. You will carry out care plans designed to support people living at home, in care homes or other settings and make sure that people who use our services have a good experience.

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

846-8224330-TS

Job locations

Sevenoaks OPD

Sevenoaks

TN13 3PG

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Find out more about the community differencehere.

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

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community differencehere. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.
• Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths)
• Recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment.

Desirable

• You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing.
• A customer focussed approach which is essential to: Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience; represent the Trust when talking to and working with patients, colleagues and visitors; and work together with colleagues and other teams across the Trust.
• Able to use IT systems and databases.
• Able to remain professional, work well under pressure and organise your own work in order to prioritise care delivery in line with trust policies and procedures.
• Have the skill to focus on the details with the ability to spot problems. You will know when you are within your own limits and when to escalate.

Desirable

• Be adaptable in work as things change throughout the course of the day and to support the wider team.
• Have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker.
• Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage.
• Understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health.

Working environment

Essential

• A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role.

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience. Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths) Recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment. Desirable You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting. Knowledge and skills Essential Sound communication skills in order to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing. A customer focussed approach which is essential to: Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience; represent the Trust when talking to and working with patients, colleagues and visitors; and work together with colleagues and other teams across the Trust. Able to use IT systems and databases. Able to remain professional, work well under pressure and organise your own work in order to prioritise care delivery in line with trust policies and procedures. Have the skill to focus on the details with the ability to spot problems. You will know when you are within your own limits and when to escalate. Desirable Be adaptable in work as things change throughout the course of the day and to support the wider team. Have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker. Having an awareness of developments within the NHS would be an advantage. Understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health. Working environment Essential A full, valid UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) and the ability to travel independently are essential for this role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sevenoaks OPD

Sevenoaks

TN13 3PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sevenoaks OPD

Sevenoaks

TN13 3PG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

There has never been a more exciting time to join community healthcare. As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting people to recover, maintain their independence, and receive care closer to home. Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will help deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals.

In return, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive organisation that values your contribution and wellbeing. We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, clear career progression pathways, flexible working options where possible, and the chance to develop your skills alongside experienced healthcare professionals. If you are compassionate, motivated, and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Join our dedicated multidisciplinary team (MDT) and play a key role in helping patients recover from stroke, regain independence, and return home safely. Working within our specialist stroke rehabilitation service, you will provide high-quality, person-centred care while supporting patients, families and carers throughout their recovery journey.

This is a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You will assist with personal care, mobility, nutrition and hydration, while encouraging patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals. As part of the MDT, you will undertake a range of clinical duties including observations, blood glucose monitoring, catheter and stoma care, venepuncture, ECG recording, bladder scanning, simple wound management, specimen collection and maintaining accurate patient records.

You will also contribute to risk assessments, infection prevention activities, and support patients' physical, emotional and social wellbeing. Working closely with nurses, therapists and other healthcare professionals, you will help deliver safe, effective care and promote the best possible outcomes for patients.

If you are compassionate, motivated and committed to making a difference, we can offer a supportive team environment, opportunities to develop your skills, and the chance to be part of a service that transforms lives every day. Come and help us support patients on their road to recovery.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

846-824512-TS

Job locations

Westbrook House Stroke Unit

150 Canterbury Road

Margate

CT9 5DD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Find out more about the community difference here.

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

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• You will have either: A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience
• In addition you will also have Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths)
• You'll need to have recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment

Desirable

• You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience
• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases
• You will understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health
• You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential You will have either: A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience In addition you will also have Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths) You'll need to have recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment Desirable You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting Knowledge and skills Essential You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases You will understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence-based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westbrook House Stroke Unit

150 Canterbury Road

Margate

CT9 5DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Westbrook House Stroke Unit

150 Canterbury Road

Margate

CT9 5DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

This role will support the Kent and Medway Care Record (KMCR) team on the delivery of programme, project, and operational services to KMCR partner organisations. The post-holder will support the implementation of the KMCR programme, working as a member of the wider programme team and will engage with KMCR partner organisations and stakeholders to deliver the requirements of the programme plan, actively supporting the deployment of this plan from both a technical and stakeholder facing perspective.

Main duties of the job

• Facilitating the delivery of project outcomes by communicating in a professional and compassionate manner, maintaining relationships and gaining the cooperation of others through providing routine and complex information which may require tact, negotiation or persuasive skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Ensuring the project operates effectively by undertaking comprehensive administrative tasks, such as project management through updating project databases and organising projectprogrammes, preparing documentation and presentations for project team, handling team correspondence, scheduling meetings, diary management for the project team, task relatedproblem solving, maintaining stock of equipment and supplies and completion of standard forms, surveys and audits.
• Providing assurance of compliance with Information Governance policy and Standard Operating Procedures through compiling organisational and project reports in an accurate and efficientmanner. Responsibilities will include taking formal minutes, managing agendas, recording clear actions and following these up to check completion, entering project data, retrieving necessary information .

Please note, this vacancy does not meet the criteria for skilled worker sponsorship and therefore, we are unable to accept applications from candidates that cannot provide documentary evidence of right to work in the United Kingdom.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata, per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

846-8233902-TS

Job locations

Home based (with visits to sites for meetings once or twice a month

Home based

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Find out more about the community difference here.

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

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Level 3 qualification (e.g. 2 A/AS levels, NVQ level 3, BTEC diplomas, certificates and awards, international Baccalaureate diploma) or equivalent demonstrable experience.

Desirable

• NVQ Level 3 Business Administrator, Customer Service Specialist or Team Leader or Supervisor.

Experience

Essential

• Administrative experience.

Desirable

• Experience of handling confidential information.
• Project management experience
• Experience of handling confidential information.
• Experience of working with members of the public.

Knowledge

Essential

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Desirable

• Understanding of health and social care sector, including working knowledge of NHS structures, policies and processes.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 3 qualification (e.g. 2 A/AS levels, NVQ level 3, BTEC diplomas, certificates and awards, international Baccalaureate diploma) or equivalent demonstrable experience. Desirable NVQ Level 3 Business Administrator, Customer Service Specialist or Team Leader or Supervisor. Experience Essential Administrative experience. Desirable Experience of handling confidential information. Project management experience Experience of handling confidential information. Experience of working with members of the public. Knowledge Essential Advanced knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Desirable Understanding of health and social care sector, including working knowledge of NHS structures, policies and processes.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Home based (with visits to sites for meetings once or twice a month

Home based

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Home based (with visits to sites for meetings once or twice a month

Home based

TN25 4AZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Please note: at this stage, the role is open only to colleagues currently employed within Kent and Medway NHS Trusts, the Kent and Medway Integrated Care Board (ICB) and Medway Community Healthcare or working on the Staff Bank within these organisations. Nursing and AHP vacancies are also open to Student Nurses and Newly Qualified Nurses/AHPs.

There has never been a more exciting time to join community healthcare. As a Band 3 Healthcare Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting people to recover, maintain their independence, and receive care closer to home. Working as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will help deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support patients to achieve their rehabilitation goals.

In return, you will be part of a supportive and inclusive organisation that values your contribution and wellbeing. We offer a range of learning and development opportunities, clear career progression pathways, flexible working options where possible, and the chance to develop your skills alongside experienced healthcare professionals. If you are compassionate, motivated, and committed to making a difference, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Are you a compassionate and motivated Healthcare Assistant looking to make a real difference? Join our Community Hospitals Team and help deliver high-quality, person-centred care to patients in a supportive community setting.

Our Community Hospitals provide a wide range of services, including rehabilitation, therapy services and outpatient care, supporting patients to recover, regain independence and achieve the best possible outcomes close to home. As a valued member of our multidisciplinary team, you will deliver both clinical and non-clinical care, helping patients with their daily living activities, rehabilitation goals and ongoing healthcare needs.

This varied and rewarding role includes supporting with personal care, nutrition and hydration, undertaking basic observations, catheter and stoma care, venepuncture, ECGs, bladder scanning, wound care, blood glucose monitoring and specimen management. You will also contribute to risk assessments, infection prevention, accurate record keeping and supporting patients' dignity, wellbeing and independence.

If you are caring, enthusiastic and committed to delivering excellent patient care, we can offer a supportive team environment, opportunities to develop your clinical skills and the chance to make a meaningful difference to patients and their families every day. Join us and be part of a team that puts patients at the heart of everything we do.

About us

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust is due to integrate with Medway Community Healthcare on 1 October 2026. Following integration and to align our community services to the new Neighbourhood Model of care delivery, there will be a period of consultation which may result in changes affecting some services, teams or roles. Depending on the area you are applying to work in, this could include potential changes to your role, work base, reporting arrangements, or terms and conditions of employment. Any changes would be subject to consultation and managed sensitively and in line with relevant employment processes. Please do contact the recruiting manager if you have any concerns about this so they can answer any questions you might have.

Rated 'Outstanding' by CQC, we deliver high-quality care that improves the health of our communities. We are looking for people who share our values:Compassionate, Aspirational, Responsive and Excellent.

We are proud to be an inclusive, welcoming organisation and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We use protected characteristic information for monitoring only and it is not seen by recruiting managers, except where applicants choose to be considered under our disability guaranteed interview scheme.

We know life outside work matters. As a flexible working-friendly organisation, we welcome conversations about arrangements that help you thrive while supporting excellent care for our patients.

Explore KCHFTcareer pathways

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

846-8237111-TS

Job locations

Victoria Hospital

Deal

CT14 9UA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

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

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

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

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

Find out more about the community difference here.

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

Job description Job responsibilities As a community Trust, many of our roles require individuals to be able to drive to perform their duties. Where driving is a requirement of the role, you will be asked to confirm that you hold a full UK driving licence or a full driving licence issued by an EU country (not exchanged from a non-EU country) to proceed with your application. We are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities into employment. If you are unable to drive due to a disability, please contact the Recruitment Team via [email protected], quoting the vacancy reference number, so we can support you further. The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert. We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job. At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve. Find out more about the community difference here. Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.

Person Specification

Qualifications, training and experience

Essential

• You will have either: A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.
• In addition you will also have Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths)
• You'll need to have recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment.

Desirable

• You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting.

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience
• You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases
• You will understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health.
• You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker

Person Specification Qualifications, training and experience Essential You will have either: A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ Level 3 apprenticeship, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or you will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience. In addition you will also have Functional Skills at Level 2 (Literacy and numeracy/ GCSE grade A-C/ 4-9 or equivalent in English and Maths) You'll need to have recent experience of healthcare/ working as a health care assistant gained through education, work experience or previous employment. Desirable You may also have the Care Certificate, but if not, we will support you to achieve this within the first 3 months of starting. Knowledge and skills Essential You will need to have a customer focussed approach which is essential to; Provide patients, clients and their families with the best possible experience You will need to be able to be able to use IT systems and databases You will understand where to signpost clients and families to alternative services to support behaviour change and improve health. You will have knowledge of up to date clinical practice by using up- to- date skills and adhering to evidence based procedures and clinical effectiveness frameworks. You will fully understand the role and remit of a health care worker

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

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Hospital

Deal

CT14 9UA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Kent Community Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Victoria Hospital

Deal

CT14 9UA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Southend Medical Centre is seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate and forward-thinking general practitioner, to join our dedicated and progressive team on a fixed-term, salaried basis. We are flexible in terms of days and sessions, and would consider remote working for the right candidate. The salary will be in line with the BMA salaried GP contract; please note it must be salaried position as we are unable to pay a limited company. Contract term must end by March 2027, but we can offer a shorter or longer contract within that period.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated GP who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and wants to be part of a supportive practice that embraces innovation, research, education, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. At Southend Medical Centre, we believe exceptional healthcare begins with exceptional people. We foster a positive and collaborative working environment where clinicians are empowered to develop professionally while making a meaningful difference to the lives of our patients and the community.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity within a progressive and patient-focused practice where your contribution will be valued, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a salaried GP, you will work as part of our multidisciplinary team to provide safe, effective, and patient-centred care to our registered population. Key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering routine and urgent GP consultations via face-to-face and telephone appointments.
• Managing patient care through our established online consultation systems and digital workflows.
• Prescribing safely in accordance with local and national guidelines.
• Managing clinical workflow and administrative responsibilities, including:- Reviewing and actioning correspondence- Processing pathology and investigation results- Managing clinical tasks- Making appropriate referrals in line with best clinical practice and local pathway- Reviewing and signing repeat prescriptions within allocated administration time.
• Working collaboratively with health and social care professionals to deliver integrated patient care.
• Maintaining accurate, comprehensive consultation records using SystmOne.
• Supporting colleagues and contributing to the achievement of practice objectives, including quality improvement initiatives, QOF, and clinical governance activities.

About us

For further information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact:

Practice Manager:Zoe Davis

Email:[email protected]

Southend Medical Centre is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Job summary

Harewood Surgery is looking to welcome an experienced advanced nurse practitioner to join our team, on a part-time basis, for 20-27 hours per week. We can be flexible with regard to hours/days so please apply to discuss.

Main duties of the job

• Assess patients presenting with undifferentiated and undiagnosed conditions across all age groups, using comprehensive history-taking, clinical examination, and clinical reasoning to formulate differential diagnoses
• Initiate evidence-based treatment plans, including medication prescribing, lifestyle advice, and onward referral where appropriate
• Manage same-day acute and urgent presentations, including minor illness, minor injury, infections, musculoskeletal complaints, and exacerbations of chronic conditions
• Conduct routine and follow-up consultations for patients with complex or multi-morbid long-term conditions
• Deliver consultations face-to-face, by telephone, and by video
• Manage clinical emergencies in the practice in accordance with the practice emergency protocol
• Prescribe medicines independently from the British National Formulary (BNF) within scope of competence, including some controlled drugs (Schedules 2-5, subject to regulatory restrictions)
• Conduct medication reviews, optimise medication regimes, and deprescribe where clinically appropriate
• Prescribe in accordance with NICE guidelines, local formulary, and evidence-based practice
• Monitor therapeutic outcomes and adjust prescribing in response to clinical findings
• Maintain prescribing competence through CPD, prescribing audit, and peer review

About us

Harewood Surgery is a well-established and highly regarded NHS GP practice serving Approx. 3000 patients across Great Oakley and the surrounding rural communities. Harewood Surgery is part of Stour Estuary PCN.

The practice is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred healthcare in a friendly, professional, and supportive environment. Led by a dedicated multidisciplinary team of 2 GPs, 2 Advanced Nurse Practitioners, a Practice Nurse, Healthcare Assistant and Phlebotomist, Dispensers and Administration staff, as well as Allied Healthcare team, Harewood Surgery places a strong emphasis on teamwork, continuous learning, and excellent patient care.

For questions about the job contact: [email protected]