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Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire, East Midlands
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
General Surgeon
Job summary The appointment is for a Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery within our friendly and well-established GI Surgical Clinical Management Group at U…
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Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire, East Midlands
GBP 113,565 - 150,569 per year
General Surgeon
Job summary The appointment is for a Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery within our friendly and well-established GI Surgical Clinical Management Group at U…
12 day(s) ago
Clinic Coordinator
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary The post holder will provide a comprehensive, quality, confidential administration service to the Divisions and their team in support of the Suppor…
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Clinic Coordinator
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,760 - 27,476 per year
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary The post holder will provide a comprehensive, quality, confidential administration service to the Divisions and their team in support of the Suppor…
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Domestic Assistant - Leighton Hospital
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Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
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Domestic Assistant - Leighton Hospital
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
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Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist (Rotational)
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
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Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist (Rotational)
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
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Occupational Therapist - Inpatients - Acute Wards
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
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Occupational Therapist - Inpatients - Acute Wards
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist Band 6 - Frailty- 30 HOURS We have an excellent opportunity for a motivated and highly enthusiastic Occu…
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Ridge Green Medical Centre
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GP/General Practitioner
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Receptionist/Administrator
Ridge Green Medical Centre
Inner London, Greater London
GP/General Practitioner
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12 day(s) ago
Senior Neonatal Practitioner
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Greater Manchester, North West England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Working Full time or Part time hours We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 6 Neonatal Nurse to join our highly…
12 day(s) ago
Senior Neonatal Practitioner
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Greater Manchester, North West England
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
Job summary Working Full time or Part time hours We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 6 Neonatal Nurse to join our highly…
12 day(s) ago
Clinical Pharmacist
Primary Health Care Centre
Inner London, Greater London
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary The successful candidate will work closely with GPs, practice nurses and the wider practice team.
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Clinical Pharmacist
Primary Health Care Centre
Inner London, Greater London
GP/General Practitioner
Job summary The successful candidate will work closely with GPs, practice nurses and the wider practice team.
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Support Worker (Learning Disabilities)
Cygnet Health Care
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 3 - 14 per hour
Radiographer
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12 day(s) ago
Support Worker (Learning Disabilities)
Cygnet Health Care
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 3 - 14 per hour
Radiographer
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12 day(s) ago
Senior Clinical Fellow in Hand and Wrist Surgery
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 76,582 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary Applications are invited for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Hands & Wrist Surgery.
12 day(s) ago
Senior Clinical Fellow in Hand and Wrist Surgery
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 76,582 per year
Emergency Medicine Physician
Job summary Applications are invited for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Hands & Wrist Surgery.
12 day(s) ago
Childrens Occupational Therapy
NHS Professionals Limited
Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, North East England
GBP 21 per year
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Childrens Occupational Therapy
NHS Professionals Limited
Northumberland and Tyne and Wear, North East England
GBP 21 per year
Radiographer
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Pharmacy Technician (with ward duties)
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Greater Manchester, North West England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Radiographer
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Pharmacy Technician (with ward duties)
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Greater Manchester, North West England
GBP 28,392 - 31,157 per year
Radiographer
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Interim Financial Controller
St Catherine’s Hospice
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 60,000 - 65,000 per year
Radiographer
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Interim Financial Controller
St Catherine’s Hospice
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 60,000 - 65,000 per year
Radiographer
Job summary PLEASE APPLY FOR THIS ROLE DIRECTLY ON OUR WEBSITE - https://stcatherineshospice.
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Housekeeper
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
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Housekeeper
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
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Band 6 Deputy CNS - Infection Control
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 47,951 - 56,863 per year
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Band 6 Deputy CNS - Infection Control
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 47,951 - 56,863 per year
Radiographer
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Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
Cygnet Health Care
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 22 per year
Paediatrician
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Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)
Cygnet Health Care
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 22 per year
Paediatrician
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Health Care Support Worker-9B
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
Radiographer
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Health Care Support Worker-9B
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 25,272 per year
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Driver Westbourne Green
Local Care Direct
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 14 per year
GP/General Practitioner
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Driver Westbourne Green
Local Care Direct
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 14 per year
GP/General Practitioner
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Applications Support Analyst
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 47,951 - 56,863 per year
Radiographer
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Applications Support Analyst
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 47,951 - 56,863 per year
Radiographer
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Test Analyst
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 38,488 - 46,852 per year
Radiographer
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Test Analyst
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 38,488 - 46,852 per year
Radiographer
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Senior Commercial & Procurement Manager for Estates & Facilities
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Radiographer
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Senior Commercial & Procurement Manager for Estates & Facilities
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 57,528 - 64,750 per year
Radiographer
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Specialist Learning Support Assistant - Medical Needs
Suffolk County Council
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 29,542 per year
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Specialist Learning Support Assistant - Medical Needs
Suffolk County Council
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 29,542 per year
Radiographer
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Estates Building Officer
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Radiographer
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Estates Building Officer
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 49,387 - 56,515 per year
Radiographer
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Senior Speech and Language Therapist
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
Oncologist
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Senior Speech and Language Therapist
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
Oncologist
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Cross Sectional Radiographer YDH
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
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Cross Sectional Radiographer YDH
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Inner London, Greater London
GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year
Radiographer
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12 day(s) ago
Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 358-8338723-KBC
Job summary
The appointment is for a Locum Consultant in Colorectal Surgery within our friendly and well-established GI Surgical Clinical Management Group at UHL. There will be opportunity to work with colleagues in the development of new and effective patient care pathways in a department which strives to provide excellent services.
This post is designed to support the existing provision of Colorectal surgery.
Key aspects of the role will include emergency Colorectal surgery and support for the general on-call rota. There will be a requirement for the post holder to be involved in emergency care.
You will have the opportunity to discuss personal aspirations and any on-going training requirements which we would look to support and facilitate as part of your continuing professional development whilst in the role
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will support the delivery of high-quality patient care through clinical excellence, supervision, and continuous improvement.
Core Responsibilities
- Diagnose, treat, and manage patient care, ensuring effective departmental function.
- Support colleagues by covering planned absences.
- Contribute to service development with consultants, CMG, GPs, and commissioners.
- Supervise and support junior staff, adhering to Trust HR policies.
- Participate in teaching, training, and assessment of medical staff at all levels.
- Engage in clinical governance, audits, CPD, and attend mandatory meetings.
- Fulfil managerial and financial duties where required.
- Maintain high standards in line with GMC guidance and Trust protocols.
- Respond to Trust requests, including incident or complaint investigations.
- Undertake required induction, appraisal, statutory training, and revalidation.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https://www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Consultant
Salary
£113,565 to £150,569 a year Per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
358-8338723-KBC
Job locations
Leicester Royal Infirmary
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.-Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department;-Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences;-To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs;-Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;-Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;-Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;-In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.-The post-holder is expected to respond in a timely fashion to legitimaterequests from Trust officers this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.-The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.-The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.-The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate andDirectorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.-The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated
Job description
Job responsibilities
The overriding purpose is to support the provision of highest quality patient care through personal actions and continuous improvement.-Responsibility for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of illness, and the proper functioning of the department;-Cover for colleagues' annual leave and other authorised absences;-To participate in service development and business planning in collaboration with the other Consultants in the department, the CMG and local GPs and commissioners within the local CCGs;-Professional supervision and management of junior medical staff including the observance of local employment and human resource policies and procedures;-Responsibilities for carrying out teaching, examination and accreditation duties as required and contributing to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing medical education activity, locally and nationally;-Participating in medical audit, the Trusts Clinical Governance processes and in CPD CPD is provided in job plans and attendance at audit and other governance meetings is mandatory; Managerial, including budgetary responsibilities where appropriate and compliance with standing orders and standing financial instructions of the Trust.;-In line with GMC Good Medical Practice it is the responsibility of the post holder to ensure that all duties are carried out to the highest possible standard, and in accordance with current quality initiatives within the area of work.-The post-holder is expected to respond in a timely fashion to legitimaterequests from Trust officers this might include investigations of incidents or complaints.-The post-holder is expected to participate in teaching and training of junior staff and other clinical staff groups. The appointee will also have supervision responsibilities for junior medical staff within the specialty. If appropriate the post-holder will be named in the contract of junior staff as the person responsible for overseeing their training and as an initial source of advice to such doctors regarding their careers.-The post-holder is expected to participate in professional continuing medical education; study leave is provided for this purpose.-The post-holder will be expected to undertake the Trust Corporate andDirectorate specific Induction and competency Programmes appropriate to role.-The post-holder will be required to maintain their continuing professional development (CPD) to be able to successfully revalidate. As per the Trust requirement the successful candidate will be required to have annual appraisal and attend / keep fully up to date with statutory and mandatory training as stipulated
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date
- Current BLS Certification
- MRCS or Equivalent
Desirable
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
Experience and Clinical Skills
Essential
- Fully trained in General Surgery
- Fully competent in Colorectal Surgery
- Ability to conduct Colorectal clinics independently
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
- Willingness to develop clinical skills and experience in area of interest
Desirable
- JAG accreditation in colonoscopy
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadershipstyles
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
- Management training on an accredited course.
- Awareness of Service Development issues
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
- Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence
Desirable
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff
- Ability to develop excellent working relationships with all team members
- Demonstrable enthusiasm and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
- Ability to plan strategically
- Ability to contribute at local and national policy
- Ability to deliver change
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest inresearch.
- Ability to appraise researchcritically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment to relevant specialty interest.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to asses clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire andlead others.
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Audit and Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement
- Published Audit including quality improvement
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- MB BS or Equivalent
- Full GMC Registration
- Fully Accredited for Higher Specialist Training or will be eligible for inclusion on the Specialist Register within 6 months of the interview date
- Current BLS Certification
- MRCS or Equivalent
Desirable
- Membership of relevant Specialist Societies or Associations.
- Higher degree e.g. MSc, MD or equivalent.
Experience and Clinical Skills
Essential
- Fully trained in General Surgery
- Fully competent in Colorectal Surgery
- Ability to conduct Colorectal clinics independently
- Excellent clinical skills and experience requisite to meeting all aspects of the Job Plan
- Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to problems
- Demonstrates clear, logical thinking / analytical approach.
- Willingness to develop clinical skills and experience in area of interest
Desirable
- JAG accreditation in colonoscopy
Management
Essential
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and supervise juniors.
- Experience of leading teams and awareness of leadershipstyles
- Ability to effectively organise, prioritise and manage clinical workload.
- Understanding of wider health agenda and modern NHS.
- Ability to work to overcome barriers to change (negotiating, influencing and persuasion skills).
- Knowledge and understanding of clinical governance issues.
Desirable
- Evidence of management and administration experience.
- Management training on an accredited course.
- Awareness of Service Development issues
Communication Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English that are adequate to enable effective communication with patients and colleagues
- To be empathic and sensitive; capacity to take others perspectives and treat others with understanding.
- Highly Developed Emotional Intelligence
Desirable
- High standard of presentation both written and verbal
- Demonstrable track record of successful change management
- Proven ability to maintain focus in a demanding environment
Motivation
Essential
- Personal integrity and reliability
- Ability to motivate and develop both medical Staff and non-medical staff
- Ability to develop excellent working relationships with all team members
- Demonstrable enthusiasm and commitment to teaching
Desirable
- Commitment to further develop the post and the service provided.
- Ability to plan strategically
- Ability to contribute at local and national policy
- Ability to deliver change
Research
Essential
- Understanding and interest inresearch.
- Ability to appraise researchcritically
- Ability to supervise juniors undertaking research projects.
- Evidence of recent research and development activity
Desirable
- Publications in nationally and internationally recognised peer-reviewed journals on subjects relevant to the specialty.
- Evidence of clinical or research commitment to relevant specialty interest.
Teaching
Essential
- Experience of and a commitment to training/ teaching undergraduate and postgraduates.
- Appraisal and assessment skills.
- Ability to asses clinical competencies
- Enthusiastic and ability to inspire andlead others.
Desirable
- Willingness to develop new approaches to teaching
- Post Graduate qualification in teaching and training.
Equality and Diversity
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
Audit and Quality Improvement
Essential
- Effective participation in and a commitment to clinical audit.
- Participation in a quality improvement programme
- Experience of quality improvement work and audit
Desirable
- Undergone training in teaching and willingness to organise relevant audit activities including quality improvement evidence
- Completion of formal courses in Audit and quality improvement
- Published Audit including quality improvement
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Leicester Royal Infirmary
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address
Leicester Royal Infirmary
Leicester
LE1 5WW
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jobsatleicestershospitals.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Reference: 412-S&C-8325695
Job summary
The post holder will provide a comprehensive, quality, confidential administration service to the Divisions and their team in support of the Support Manager/Service Manager. A key requirement of the post is to proactively manage clinic bookings and appointments, including making recommendations and implementing any authorised changes to clinic templates to ensure best use of capacity and compliance with national targets. The Clinic/Data Coordinator will be expected to organise their workload and co-ordinate their activities in conjunction with, and supervised by, the Support Manager to ensure that an efficient service is provided. It is essential that the post holder is able to exercise initiative suitable to the role, and is fully supportive to other colleagues in the administrative team.
Previous experience within a similar role within the Trust and knowledge of Outpatient processes would be particularly advantageous, although full in-depth training will be provided as part of our local induction programme.
Main duties of the job
- Referral management - use of PCS & the NHS e-Referral system
- Scheduling of outpatient appointments
- Management of waiting lists
- Monitoring the Telephone Reminder Service (TRS)
- Managing Referral to Treatment (RTT) patient pathways in line with Trust targets
- Monitor New and Follow up appointments
- Monitoring Nurse/Inpatient referrals
- Amending clinic templates
- Reviewing clinic slot utilisation
- Amending clinical activity in line with Rota
- Handling internal/external appointment enquiries
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community services for East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester (population 357K). Our services include planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care, child health, maternity, and intermediate care across Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford.Through our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, we deliver extensive services in 26 medical centres and schools in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With 500 beds and around 5,500 staff, we are one of the area's largest employers.
Since the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022, the Trust has become a key partner in Cheshire East & Cheshire West and Chester and in two provider collaboratives, aligning our strategic goals with the Cheshire & Merseyside Integrated Care System.As part of the national New Hospital Programme, we're reimagining Leighton Hospital to create a new health and care neighbourhood, transforming healthcare delivery for a Healthier Future. Learn more on our Healthier Futures website.
At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 3
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
412-S&C-8325695
Job locations
leighton hospital
middlewich road
crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Referral management use of PCS & the NHS e-Referral system
- Scheduling of outpatient appointments
- Management of waiting lists
- Monitoring the Telephone Reminder Service (TRS)
- Managing Referral to Treatment (RTT) patient pathways in line with Trust targets
- Monitor New and Follow up appointments
- Monitoring Nurse/Inpatient referrals
- Amending clinic templates
- Reviewing clinic slot utilisation
- Amending clinical activity in line with Rota
- Handling internal/external appointment enquiries
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Referral management use of PCS & the NHS e-Referral system
- Scheduling of outpatient appointments
- Management of waiting lists
- Monitoring the Telephone Reminder Service (TRS)
- Managing Referral to Treatment (RTT) patient pathways in line with Trust targets
- Monitor New and Follow up appointments
- Monitoring Nurse/Inpatient referrals
- Amending clinic templates
- Reviewing clinic slot utilisation
- Amending clinical activity in line with Rota
- Handling internal/external appointment enquiries
Person Specification
Criteria
Essential
- Experience coordinating clinics, patient appointments, referrals, or waiting lists
- Ability to work under pressure and remain calm and professional when dealing with busy times or challenging situations
- Experience of working to strict deadlines
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage appointments, records, and competing priorities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information appropriately
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a healthcare, NHS, GP or hospital enviroment
Criteria
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS processes and pathways
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Criteria
Desirable
- Experience dealing with patients or members of the public in a healthcare setting
Person Specification
Criteria
Essential
- Experience coordinating clinics, patient appointments, referrals, or waiting lists
- Ability to work under pressure and remain calm and professional when dealing with busy times or challenging situations
- Experience of working to strict deadlines
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage appointments, records, and competing priorities
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive patient information appropriately
Desirable
- Previous experience working in a healthcare, NHS, GP or hospital enviroment
Criteria
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS processes and pathways
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical terminology
Criteria
Desirable
- Experience dealing with patients or members of the public in a healthcare setting
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
leighton hospital
middlewich road
crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
leighton hospital
middlewich road
crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
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https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Domestic Assistant - Leighton Hospital
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 412-E&F-8219950-A
Job summary
Domestic Assistant, Leighton Hospital
Various shifts and hours available - including weekends
Days - 1 Full Time Position and various Part Time Positions
Evenings - 2 Full Time Positions and 2 Part Time Positions
Shifts are over 7 days a week, and include alternate weekends, on a rota.
Domestics services staff work across all areas of the NHS, making sure that all areas are clean and safe places where staff can care for patients while reducing the risk of infection.
Domestic services assistants need to:
- be physically fit
- follow instructions and procedures
- pay attention to detail
- work as part of a team
- take responsibility for their own work
- be able to work unsupervised
They also need
- organisation skills
- teamwork skills
Please put on your supporting information which shift, evenings or days, and how many hours you would prefer.
Main duties of the job
Domestic/cleaning work in a hospital is very different to other domestic/cleaning jobs.
You may be cleaning wards, theatres, COVID areas and so on. You will have to wear PPE (which will be provided).
Hospital Domestic assistants have a lot of contact with patients, and their family/visitors, so customer service is a large focus. We would expect you to use your people skills to help make patients' hospital visits more pleasant.
No qualifications are needed to be a domestic assistant, but you need to be aware of hygiene issues, be discrete, be able to respect patients' rights to privacy and dignity, have a pleasant manner and work quickly and meticulously.
We'll need you to be hard working, reliable, flexible, and a good team player. It's even better if you have worked as a domestic or cleaner before.
This could be the role for you and we want to hear from you!
If you have applied for this role in the last 3 months, there is no need to reapply
For more information or to arrange an informal visit please contact the Domestic Supervisors on 01270 613399.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.
The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.
We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.
The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.
During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its Be Safe Be EquiPPEd campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.
The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.
At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
412-E&F-8219950-A
Job locations
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe, CW1 4QJ
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide, maintain cleaning services in all public, patient, staff and residential areas.2. To respond quickly and efficiently to cleaning requests following spillages3. To deliver specialist cleaning processes for furnishings, flooring's and surfaces4. To clean general and patient equipment in accordance with agreed guidance from Infection Control, Matrons and Facilities Managers.5. To clean isolation areas, infection areas in accordance with Trust Infection Control Policy6. To clean patient areas ready for re-occupancy.7. To assist in maintaining safe and tidy ward/department areas eg removing clutter, unwanted or out of date notices.8. To report problems with cleanliness to the housekeeper and/ or supervisor.9. To dispose of household, confidential and clinical waste in accordance with legislation and Trust policy.10. To maintain and clean manual and electrical cleaning equipment11. To be aware of the safety of other peoples property and belongingsGOVERNANCE1. Maintain confidentiality and privacy of information at all times2. Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines for self and others, by taking action/alerting senior management team if practice appears to contravene policy, or if concerned about any issues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide, maintain cleaning services in all public, patient, staff and residential areas.2. To respond quickly and efficiently to cleaning requests following spillages3. To deliver specialist cleaning processes for furnishings, flooring's and surfaces4. To clean general and patient equipment in accordance with agreed guidance from Infection Control, Matrons and Facilities Managers.5. To clean isolation areas, infection areas in accordance with Trust Infection Control Policy6. To clean patient areas ready for re-occupancy.7. To assist in maintaining safe and tidy ward/department areas eg removing clutter, unwanted or out of date notices.8. To report problems with cleanliness to the housekeeper and/ or supervisor.9. To dispose of household, confidential and clinical waste in accordance with legislation and Trust policy.10. To maintain and clean manual and electrical cleaning equipment11. To be aware of the safety of other peoples property and belongingsGOVERNANCE1. Maintain confidentiality and privacy of information at all times2. Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines for self and others, by taking action/alerting senior management team if practice appears to contravene policy, or if concerned about any issues.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education, including Mathematics and English Language.
- Experience of working in a healthcare area
- Experience of working with the general public
Desirable
- Cleaning Services training programme
- Knowledge of National Specification for Cleaning and Monitoring procedures
Skills
Essential
- Teamworking
- Ability to operate machinery to carry out cleaning tasks
- Health and Safety awareness
- Communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to exercise diplomacy and confidentiality
- Ability to use initiative and judgment
- To possess good organisational skills
- Ability to liaise with interdepartmental personnel and other organisations
- Ability to demonstrate selfmotivation and to work independently as well as part of a team.
Desirable
- Manual handling skills
- COSHH awareness
- Risk Assessment
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Resilience training
Skills
Essential
- excellent communications
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good standard of general education, including Mathematics and English Language.
- Experience of working in a healthcare area
- Experience of working with the general public
Desirable
- Cleaning Services training programme
- Knowledge of National Specification for Cleaning and Monitoring procedures
Skills
Essential
- Teamworking
- Ability to operate machinery to carry out cleaning tasks
- Health and Safety awareness
- Communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to exercise diplomacy and confidentiality
- Ability to use initiative and judgment
- To possess good organisational skills
- Ability to liaise with interdepartmental personnel and other organisations
- Ability to demonstrate selfmotivation and to work independently as well as part of a team.
Desirable
- Manual handling skills
- COSHH awareness
- Risk Assessment
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Resilience training
Skills
Essential
- excellent communications
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
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe, CW1 4QJ
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road
Crewe, CW1 4QJ
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist (Rotational)
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 412-DCSS-8293505
Job summary
Physiotherapist:Band 6.
We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated physiotherapist to join our Band 6 rotations here at Leighton Hospital.The rotations are 6 monthly and consist of Cardio-respiratory, Orthopaedics, A&E and Stroke/ Rehabilitation.
We look forward to welcoming you into the team and will offer you support and training opportunities. We encourage service development and audit participation, and will support you to develop as a clinician. We also offer improvement coaching to support with service development projects when commenced.
Main duties of the job
- As a clinical specialist, the post holder would provide a high standard comprehensive physiotherapy assessment and treatment service of patients with a wide range of conditions working as an autonomous clinician, using accurate analytical skills and clinical reasoning to interpret assessment findings, making diagnosis where appropriate, identifying patient problems, setting goals, and providing an appropriate treatment plan and progression.
- To be an active member of a 7 day working service.
- Upon completion and maintenance of on-call competencies, to work unsupervised in an on-call and out of hour's emergency service.
- To work autonomously to manage a defined complex patient caseload whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- To provide specialist clinical services to patient while rotating across the core specialty wards within Leighton hospital.
- Contributing to teams when on rotation through the service, gaining and maintaining relevant competencies required to practice in different teams.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond.
The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.
We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.
The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.
During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.
The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.
At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year Pa, Pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
412-DCSS-8293505
Job locations
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road, Crewe,
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more specific details regarding the job.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description and Person Specification for more specific details regarding the job.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS Experience in acute hospital (Minimum 12 months)
- Experience of acute ward experience and discharge planning
Desirable
- Clinical Supervisor experience
Skills
Essential
- Post grad training relevant to role
- Advanced communication Skills
Desirable
- Evidence of contribution to quality and safety
Knoweledge
Essential
- On-call experience
- Assessment and treatment planning knowledge of complex patients within acute setting
Desirable
- Member of Special Interest Group
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Previous NHS Experience in acute hospital (Minimum 12 months)
- Experience of acute ward experience and discharge planning
Desirable
- Clinical Supervisor experience
Skills
Essential
- Post grad training relevant to role
- Advanced communication Skills
Desirable
- Evidence of contribution to quality and safety
Knoweledge
Essential
- On-call experience
- Assessment and treatment planning knowledge of complex patients within acute setting
Desirable
- Member of Special Interest Group
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
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road, Crewe,
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Road, Crewe,
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Occupational Therapist - Inpatients - Acute Wards
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 412-DCSS-8252428
Job summary
Clinical Specialist Occupational Therapist
Band 6 - Frailty- 30 HOURS
We have an excellent opportunity for a motivated and highly enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our Inpatient team.
You will be working as a Specialist Band 6. You will support a Band Occupational Therapist and Band 3/4 Therapy Assistants. You will work alongside the MDT to support timely discharges for patients on the surgical wards. Part of the role will be supporting the Band 7 in service development initiatives and assisting the Team Manager, ensuring junior staff are supported in their roles. We offer regular supervision and actively encourage progression onto clinical leadership programmes to develop and enhance skills in this area.
Main duties of the job
To work autonomously to manage a defined patient caseload whilst working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
o To utilise advanced communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively, taking into consideration the needs of carers.
o To gain consent for treatment and motivate patients to comply with treatment programmes, overcoming barriers such as dementia, cognitive impairment, hearing, visual or speech impairment.
o To undertake clinical assessment, taking into account all relevant information and clinical reasoning to formulate evidence based individualised treatment plans in agreement with the patient.
o To monitor progress and review treatment plans and interventions to facilitate the achievement of goals.
o To provide appropriate oral and written information for patients and carers where relevant.
o To maintain accurate documentation in line with professional standards, and local policies and procedures.
o To record and submit clinical activity data as required by the Trust in an accurate and timely manner.
o To ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients from the caseload, liaising with other agencies as required.
o To be responsible for safe and competent use of equipment including the provision of support, education and training to other staff, patients and carers as required.
About us
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008.
We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health.
The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal.
During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE. The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives.
At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
412-DCSS-8252428
Job locations
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Rd
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
As a clinical specialist provide a high standard comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment service to patients with complex presentation and provide clinical leadership and support to delegated staff. Work across the acute medical, to provide detailed assessments, develop treatment plans and facilitate early discharge. To collaborate closely with the patient and members of the multidisciplinary and multi-agency team to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients. To continuously contribute to service development and innovation.
SERVICE DELIVERY
To work autonomously to manage a defined complex patient caseload whilst working as part of an integrated Therapy team.
To contribute to the delivery of the service in a variety of defined clinical settings, which may include in-patient wards, and the patients home.
To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients, contributing to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.
To utilise advanced communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively, taking into consideration the needs of carers.
To gain consent for treatment and motivate patients to comply with treatment programmes, overcoming barriers such as dementia, cognitive impairment, hearing, visual or speech impairment.
To comply with the Mental Capacity Act to gain valid and informed consent to specific treatment and intervention for patients who lack capacity to consent themselves.
To undertake specialist clinical assessment, taking into account all relevant information and clinical reasoning to formulate evidence based individualised treatment plans in agreement with the patient.
To implement specialist individual and/or group interventions for patients with diverse presentations and complex needs.
To monitor progress and review treatment plans and interventions to facilitate the achievement of goals.
To provide appropriate oral and written information for patients and carers where relevant.
To develop and maintain good working relationships with other healthcare professions, social care and other appropriate agencies, to ensure integrated and high quality patient outcomes.
To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to decisions with regard to patient care programmes through attendance at ward rounds, case conferences and other multidisciplinary meetings.
To maintain accurate documentation in line with professional standards, and local policies and procedures.
To provide accurate and timely written information and reports to referring agents and other agencies where appropriate.
To record and submit clinical activity data as required by the Trust in an accurate and timely manner.
To ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients from the caseload, liaising with other agencies as required.
To be responsible for safe and competent use of equipment including the provision of support, education and training to other staff, patients and carers as required.
To identify appropriate equipment and adaptation needs, liaising with equipment providers, completing paperwork and complying with any tracking, stock control and maintenance systems as required.
To be an active member of a weekend rota.
Staff are encouraged to contribute to service development through participation in audit and service improvement projects both on a uni-disciplinary and interdisciplinary basis.
On commencing the role you will have a full induction. We offer regular supervision, setting individual objectives, promoting self-analysis/reflection and development. All staff irrespective of their post will be given equal opportunity to undertake a full variety of CPD to support and develop them in their role.
MCHFT is rated Good by the CQC, had the staff survey results of all acute trusts in England indicate that MCHFT is a good place to work. The Trust consistently achieves Cancer and A&E waiting time targets and has an award winning Maternity Unit.In recent years, we have invested in clinical expansion and now have cutting edge clinical facilities including Critical Care and state-of-the-art theatres.The Trust has a Stronger Together clinical partnership with University Hospital North Midlands and is part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP) which aims transform, develop and deliver health care services in the community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
JOB PURPOSE
As a clinical specialist provide a high standard comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessment and treatment service to patients with complex presentation and provide clinical leadership and support to delegated staff. Work across the acute medical, to provide detailed assessments, develop treatment plans and facilitate early discharge. To collaborate closely with the patient and members of the multidisciplinary and multi-agency team to ensure the best possible outcomes for patients. To continuously contribute to service development and innovation.
SERVICE DELIVERY
To work autonomously to manage a defined complex patient caseload whilst working as part of an integrated Therapy team.
To contribute to the delivery of the service in a variety of defined clinical settings, which may include in-patient wards, and the patients home.
To respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients, contributing to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.
To utilise advanced communication skills to ensure clinical advice and treatment programmes are delivered sensitively, taking into consideration the needs of carers.
To gain consent for treatment and motivate patients to comply with treatment programmes, overcoming barriers such as dementia, cognitive impairment, hearing, visual or speech impairment.
To comply with the Mental Capacity Act to gain valid and informed consent to specific treatment and intervention for patients who lack capacity to consent themselves.
To undertake specialist clinical assessment, taking into account all relevant information and clinical reasoning to formulate evidence based individualised treatment plans in agreement with the patient.
To implement specialist individual and/or group interventions for patients with diverse presentations and complex needs.
To monitor progress and review treatment plans and interventions to facilitate the achievement of goals.
To provide appropriate oral and written information for patients and carers where relevant.
To develop and maintain good working relationships with other healthcare professions, social care and other appropriate agencies, to ensure integrated and high quality patient outcomes.
To work as a member of the multidisciplinary team, contributing to decisions with regard to patient care programmes through attendance at ward rounds, case conferences and other multidisciplinary meetings.
To maintain accurate documentation in line with professional standards, and local policies and procedures.
To provide accurate and timely written information and reports to referring agents and other agencies where appropriate.
To record and submit clinical activity data as required by the Trust in an accurate and timely manner.
To ensure the safe and timely discharge of patients from the caseload, liaising with other agencies as required.
To be responsible for safe and competent use of equipment including the provision of support, education and training to other staff, patients and carers as required.
To identify appropriate equipment and adaptation needs, liaising with equipment providers, completing paperwork and complying with any tracking, stock control and maintenance systems as required.
To be an active member of a weekend rota.
Staff are encouraged to contribute to service development through participation in audit and service improvement projects both on a uni-disciplinary and interdisciplinary basis.
On commencing the role you will have a full induction. We offer regular supervision, setting individual objectives, promoting self-analysis/reflection and development. All staff irrespective of their post will be given equal opportunity to undertake a full variety of CPD to support and develop them in their role.
MCHFT is rated Good by the CQC, had the staff survey results of all acute trusts in England indicate that MCHFT is a good place to work. The Trust consistently achieves Cancer and A&E waiting time targets and has an award winning Maternity Unit.In recent years, we have invested in clinical expansion and now have cutting edge clinical facilities including Critical Care and state-of-the-art theatres.The Trust has a Stronger Together clinical partnership with University Hospital North Midlands and is part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP) which aims transform, develop and deliver health care services in the community.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Evidence of post qualification training in a relevant area
Registration
Essential
- HCPC registered
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in the NHS
- Broad clinical experience, and knowledge of conditions
- Experience of working in an MDT
- Involvement with audit
Desirable
- Completion of band 5 rotation
- Student educator or experience of having students
Communication
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of managing complex situations using a range of communication skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
Desirable
- Evidence of post qualification training in a relevant area
Registration
Essential
- HCPC registered
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in the NHS
- Broad clinical experience, and knowledge of conditions
- Experience of working in an MDT
- Involvement with audit
Desirable
- Completion of band 5 rotation
- Student educator or experience of having students
Communication
Essential
- Good written and verbal communication skills
Desirable
- Evidence of managing complex situations using a range of communication skills
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
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Rd
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Leighton Hospital
Middlewich Rd
Crewe
CW1 4QJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: A5424-26-0006
Job summary
We are seeking a receptionist/administerator for a fixed term period- 19.10.2026 to 4.11.2026 to help with flu vaccination clinics and data entry.
Main duties of the job
Responsibilities:-
- Greet and welcome visitors in a professional and friendly manner
- Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently
- Maintain a clean and organized reception area
About us
We are a GP practice located in leafy outskirts of West Swindon, M4 just miles away. We have a diverse team including GPs, Nurse practitioners, Practice nurses, Physiotherapists and Pharmacists.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
2 weeks
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
A5424-26-0006
Job locations
Ridge Green Medical Centre
Ramleaze Drive
Swindon
Wiltshire
SN5 5PX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Role:
We are seeking a receptionist/administerator for a fixed term period- 19.10.2026 to 4.11.2026 to help with flu vaccination clinics and data entry.
Responsibilities:- Greet and welcome visitors in a professional and friendly manner- Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently- Maintain a clean and organized reception area
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Role:
We are seeking a receptionist/administerator for a fixed term period- 19.10.2026 to 4.11.2026 to help with flu vaccination clinics and data entry.
Responsibilities:- Greet and welcome visitors in a professional and friendly manner- Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently- Maintain a clean and organized reception area
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - High school diploma or equivalent required
- - Proven experience in an administrative or clerical role preferred
- - Proficient in using computerized systems for data entry and record keeping
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- - High school diploma or equivalent required
- - Proven experience in an administrative or clerical role preferred
- - Proficient in using computerized systems for data entry and record keeping
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within a healthcare setting
Desirable
- Experience of working in a primary care
Employer details
Employer name
Ridge Green Medical Centre
Address
Ridge Green Medical Centre
Ramleaze Drive
Swindon
Wiltshire
SN5 5PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Ridge Green Medical Centre
Address
Ridge Green Medical Centre
Ramleaze Drive
Swindon
Wiltshire
SN5 5PX
United Kingdom
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Senior Neonatal Practitioner
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 210-2026-518-C
Job summary
Working Full time or Part time hours
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced Band 6 Neonatal Nurse to join our highly skilled and dedicated team at the Local Neonatal Unit in Chester.
This is a pivotal time to become part of our dynamic service within the new Women and Children's Building featuring a purpose built neonatal unitwithin the Women and Children's Building, designed to support Family Integrated Care.
Our unit is committed to delivering holistic, family-centred care, empowering parents to become active and confident partners in their baby's journey through structured, competency-based education and support.
Main duties of the job
As a Senior Neonatal Nurse, you will:
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Provide and coordinate high-quality, evidence-based clinical care
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Lead the unit during shifts, ensuring safe and effective practice
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Collaborate closely with the multi-disciplinary team and Neonatal Network to drive excellent outcomes for babies and families
About us
The Trust's services are provided from three locations:
o The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 473 general and acute beds.o Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 60 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility.o Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population.
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust employs 5,964 staff (headcount) to provide care and treatment to a population of over 400,000 people living in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire.
The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System. Due to its location on the border with North Wales, the Trust also works closely with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
The Trust treats patients from England and some parts of Wales. During 2024/2025, there were approximately 643,000 patient attendances (inpatient, A&E, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
210-2026-518-C
Job locations
Countess of Chester Hospital
Liverpool Road
Chester
CH2 1UL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description for further details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description for further details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or diploma in nursing.
- Qualified in Specialty - Neonatal
- Newborn Life Support Course
- Teaching and assessing qualification/998/997/ mentorship or equivalent
Desirable
- R23 - Enhancing Neonatal Practice
- Leadership qualification or equivalent.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in speciality, including a minimum of 6 months post QIS.
- Be able to co-ordinate & prioritise own workload, and that of others.
- Have knowledge of professional and NHS issues, and an understanding of corporate objectives.
Desirable
- Ability to manage complex problems and situations
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organisation, and within the network.
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with families of varying levels of understanding.
- Ability to present written information in a logical manner.
Desirable
- Initiation and implementation of change.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or diploma in nursing.
- Qualified in Specialty - Neonatal
- Newborn Life Support Course
- Teaching and assessing qualification/998/997/ mentorship or equivalent
Desirable
- R23 - Enhancing Neonatal Practice
- Leadership qualification or equivalent.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Post registration experience in speciality, including a minimum of 6 months post QIS.
- Be able to co-ordinate & prioritise own workload, and that of others.
- Have knowledge of professional and NHS issues, and an understanding of corporate objectives.
Desirable
- Ability to manage complex problems and situations
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to develop effective interpersonal relationships with colleagues at all levels of the organisation, and within the network.
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with families of varying levels of understanding.
- Ability to present written information in a logical manner.
Desirable
- Initiation and implementation of change.
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
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Countess of Chester Hospital
Liverpool Road
Chester
CH2 1UL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Countess of Chester Hospital
Liverpool Road
Chester
CH2 1UL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: A1599-26-0000
Job summary
The successful candidate will work closely with GPs, practice nurses and the wider practice team. The post will focus on structured medication reviews, supporting patients with chronic diseases, improving prescribing quality and helping the practice deliver its quality-improvement priorities.
The role will be based at the practice and will involve a combination of patient-facing clinical work, prescription-related work, audit, education and service improvement.
Main duties of the job
The pharmacist will be expected to take an active role in quality improvement, which may include:
- Reviewing prescribing data and identifying areas for improvement.
- Developing and implementing agreed prescribing changes.
- Supporting medication-safety initiatives.
- Reviewing antimicrobial prescribing.
- Reducing inappropriate polypharmacy.
- Improving medication adherence and patient understanding.
- Supporting the practices QOF and enhanced-service work.
- Sharing learning with the multidisciplinary team.
- Contributing to audits and monitoring the effect of agreed changes.
About us
Chopwell Primary healthcare centre is a small, friendly and forward-thinking GP practice serving around 2,500 patients in Chopwell/Gateshead outer west. We are seeking an enthusiastic and clinically focused Clinical Pharmacist to join our multidisciplinary team for one day per week on a one-year fixed-term contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist who wishes to contribute to medicines optimisation, chronic disease management, quality improvement and the development of safe, effective prescribing within general practice.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
A1599-26-0000
Job locations
South Road
Chopwell
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE17 7BU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake structured medication reviews and clinical medication reviews
Review patients with complex polypharmacy, particularly older people and those with multiple long-term conditions
Support the management of patients with chronic diseases
Identify and address medication-related problems, adherence issues and medicines wastage
Respond to medication queries from patients and healthcare professionals
Support patients to obtain the best outcomes from their medicines
Review and manage repeat prescribing in accordance with practice policies
Support patients recently discharged from hospital with medication reconciliation and follow-up
Contribute to safe and effective prescribing and medicines optimisation
Promote antimicrobial stewardship in line with local guidance
Support the practice with prescribing audits, clinical audits and quality-improvement projects
Contribute to relevant QOF and enhanced-service activity
Liaise appropriately with community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy and other healthcare professional
Contribute to the development and implementation of shared-care arrangements, where appropriate
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
Ensure that any clinical activity is undertaken within professional competence, local protocols and agreed supervision arrangements
Escalate clinical concerns promptly to the appropriate GP or clinician
the postholder may prescribe within their competence and agreed scope of practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Undertake structured medication reviews and clinical medication reviews
Review patients with complex polypharmacy, particularly older people and those with multiple long-term conditions
Support the management of patients with chronic diseases
Identify and address medication-related problems, adherence issues and medicines wastage
Respond to medication queries from patients and healthcare professionals
Support patients to obtain the best outcomes from their medicines
Review and manage repeat prescribing in accordance with practice policies
Support patients recently discharged from hospital with medication reconciliation and follow-up
Contribute to safe and effective prescribing and medicines optimisation
Promote antimicrobial stewardship in line with local guidance
Support the practice with prescribing audits, clinical audits and quality-improvement projects
Contribute to relevant QOF and enhanced-service activity
Liaise appropriately with community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy and other healthcare professional
Contribute to the development and implementation of shared-care arrangements, where appropriate
Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records
Ensure that any clinical activity is undertaken within professional competence, local protocols and agreed supervision arrangements
Escalate clinical concerns promptly to the appropriate GP or clinician
the postholder may prescribe within their competence and agreed scope of practice
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical council
Experience
Essential
- Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Appropriate clinical experience as a pharmacist.
- Experience of conducting medication reviews.
- Knowledge of safe prescribing and medicines optimisation.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Ability to maintain accurate clinical records.
- Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and information governance.
- Commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification, or willingness to work towards this where appropriate.
- Experience working in general practice, primary care or a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience of managing chronic disease and complex polypharmacy.
- Experience of prescribing audits, QOF or quality-improvement projects.
- Experience of working with community and hospital pharmacy colleagues.
- Familiarity with EMIS
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered with the General Pharmaceutical council
Experience
Essential
- Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
- Appropriate clinical experience as a pharmacist.
- Experience of conducting medication reviews.
- Knowledge of safe prescribing and medicines optimisation.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.
- Ability to maintain accurate clinical records.
- Understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and information governance.
- Commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable
- Independent prescribing qualification, or willingness to work towards this where appropriate.
- Experience working in general practice, primary care or a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience of managing chronic disease and complex polypharmacy.
- Experience of prescribing audits, QOF or quality-improvement projects.
- Experience of working with community and hospital pharmacy colleagues.
- Familiarity with EMIS
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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
Primary Health Care Centre
Address
South Road
Chopwell
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE17 7BU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.chopwellmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Primary Health Care Centre
Address
South Road
Chopwell
Newcastle Upon Tyne
NE17 7BU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
http://www.chopwellmedicalpractice.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: VPB700CD15
Job summary
Join Cygnet Group and start a career where every day makes a difference. We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly team as a Support Worker (Learning Disabilities) at Oakhurst Lodge. Whether you already have experience in care or are looking for a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you. If you're compassionate, enjoy helping others and want to make a positive impact, we'll provide the support and training you need to succeed. Why Join Us? This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll support people to live happy, fulfilling and independent lives, helping them achieve personal goals, develop new skills and enjoy meaningful experiences both at Oakhurst Lodge and in the local community. From supporting daily routines and encouraging independence to accompanying individuals on activities and outings, you'll play an important part in improving quality of life and promoting wellbeing. About the Role Looking for a stable, rewarding career with great variety? Join our team on a 42-hour permanent contract, working 12-hour day shifts across a 7-day rota.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£13.45 to £14 an hour Increasing to £13.75 Per Hour after 3 months.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPB700CD15
Job locations
Ashurst
SO40 7AW
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Join Cygnet Group and start a career where every day makes a difference.
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly team as a Support Worker (Learning Disabilities) at Oakhurst Lodge.
Whether you already have experience in care or are looking for a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you. If you're compassionate, enjoy helping others and want to make a positive impact, we'll provide the support and training you need to succeed.
Why Join Us?
This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll support people to live happy, fulfilling and independent lives, helping them achieve personal goals, develop new skills and enjoy meaningful experiences both at Oakhurst Lodge and in the local community.
From supporting daily routines and encouraging independence to accompanying individuals on activities and outings, you'll play an important part in improving quality of life and promoting wellbeing.
About the Role
Looking for a stable, rewarding career with great variety? Join our team on a 42-hour permanent contract, working 12-hour day shifts across a 7-day rota.
What to expect:
Full-time permanent employment
12-hour day shifts
Around two weekends per month
Early shifts from 7:00 am
Later shifts finishing by 10:00 pm
The opportunity to make a real difference every day
Oakhurst Lodge is an 8-placement specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.
Why Join Cygnet
Salary: £13.45 £14.00 per hour
Increase to £13.75 Per Hour after 3 months
Free meal while on shift
NHS Blue Light Discount Card
Fully paid training and induction
28 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)
Paid breaks
Contributory pension scheme
Access to a range of staff support and wellbeing services via Cygnets online portal
Excellent career development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications to support your long-term career growth.
To thrive in this role, you'll have:
Experience supporting adults with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities or working within a care setting.
An understanding of behaviours that may challenge, and a positive, proactive approach to support
A caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine desire to help others succeed
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
A team-focused approach, with the ability to work collaboratively in a supportive environment
Flexibility and enthusiasm for supporting a variety of community activities, social events, and meaningful experiences
A commitment to promoting independence, choice, dign ity, and wellbeing for the people we support
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
Click the button to apply
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Join Cygnet Group and start a career where every day makes a difference.
We are looking for caring, enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our friendly team as a Support Worker (Learning Disabilities) at Oakhurst Lodge.
Whether you already have experience in care or are looking for a rewarding new career, we'd love to hear from you. If you're compassionate, enjoy helping others and want to make a positive impact, we'll provide the support and training you need to succeed.
Why Join Us?
This is a genuinely rewarding role where no two days are the same. You'll support people to live happy, fulfilling and independent lives, helping them achieve personal goals, develop new skills and enjoy meaningful experiences both at Oakhurst Lodge and in the local community.
From supporting daily routines and encouraging independence to accompanying individuals on activities and outings, you'll play an important part in improving quality of life and promoting wellbeing.
About the Role
Looking for a stable, rewarding career with great variety? Join our team on a 42-hour permanent contract, working 12-hour day shifts across a 7-day rota.
What to expect:
Full-time permanent employment
12-hour day shifts
Around two weekends per month
Early shifts from 7:00 am
Later shifts finishing by 10:00 pm
The opportunity to make a real difference every day
Oakhurst Lodge is an 8-placement specialist residential service for adults with autism and learning disabilities who may present with behaviours that challenge. We aim to provide a safe, comfortable and effective care environment for those in our care, promoting independence and community integration.
Why Join Cygnet
Salary: £13.45 £14.00 per hour
Increase to £13.75 Per Hour after 3 months
Free meal while on shift
NHS Blue Light Discount Card
Fully paid training and induction
28 days paid annual leave (including bank holidays)
Paid breaks
Contributory pension scheme
Access to a range of staff support and wellbeing services via Cygnets online portal
Excellent career development opportunities, including fully funded apprenticeships and nationally recognised qualifications to support your long-term career growth.
To thrive in this role, you'll have:
Experience supporting adults with Autism and/or Learning Disabilities or working within a care setting.
An understanding of behaviours that may challenge, and a positive, proactive approach to support
A caring, compassionate, and enthusiastic attitude with a genuine desire to help others succeed
Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and colleagues
A team-focused approach, with the ability to work collaboratively in a supportive environment
Flexibility and enthusiasm for supporting a variety of community activities, social events, and meaningful experiences
A commitment to promoting independence, choice, dign ity, and wellbeing for the people we support
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
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Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
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Desirable
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Person Specification
General Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to job description above
Desirable
- Please refer to job description above
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
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Ashurst
SO40 7AW
United Kingdom
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United Kingdom
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Senior Clinical Fellow in Hand and Wrist Surgery
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 309-UCLH-8326458
Job summary
Applications are invited for a Senior Clinical Fellow in Hands & Wrist Surgery. This is an exciting opportunity to gain comprehensive experience and training in Hands & Wrist Surgery at University College London Hospital.
The candidate must have obtained full registration with the General Medical Council of the United Kingdom. They should have FRCS (Tr&Orth) and should have achieved or be eligible for CCT.
The start date is August 2027, with a fixed-term contract for 12 months
Main duties of the job
UCH Fellowships are clinically based specialist posts intended to give candidates excellent hands-on experience and a wide exposure to routine and complex cases in trauma and orthopaedic surgery.
The Hand and Wrist service at UCLH is delivered by four Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeons.
The Hand Fellow would work with colleagues to deliver a comprehensive subspecialty/tertiary hand service in the trauma and elective settings. Trauma surgery is delivered through dedicated hand trauma lists, with specialist hand and wrist elective surgery provided at our elective orthopaedic hub on Grafton Way. We work closely with our hand therapy colleagues, hand ESP and hand dressings team.
In addition, there are ample academic, medical education and leadership opportunities which can be tailored to the needs of the Fellow. BSSH Hand Diploma candidates are supported in the unit.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade
Doctor - other
Salary
£76,582 a year per annum + London Weighting
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
309-UCLH-8326458
Job locations
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed applicationCome and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Please note, due to anticipated high volumes of applications, this vacancy may close earlier than the listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed applicationCome and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC Registration and possess MRCS (or equivalent)
- Clinical Knowledge commensurate with trauma and orthopaedic surgery registrar training
- FRCS (Tr&Orth)
Desirable
- Higher Academic Degree
- Achieved or eligible for CTT
Experience
Essential
- Excellence clinical skills Capacity to use and develop a wide range of theoretical approaches.
- Proven ability and commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publication.
- Involvement in the clinical audit process and an understanding of its aims and objectives.
- Interest and experience in hand and wrist surgery
Desirable
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical / organisational context.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- All aspects of orthopaedic surgery
- Trauma surgery
- General basic trauma operative skills
Communication
Essential
- Ability to act as a consistent reference point in a team and to take a leadership role where needed.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work load, to delegate responsibilities as appropriate and to supervise staff.
Desirable
- Lecturing experience with a range of disciplines.
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- The ability to undertake and manage clinical audits including supervision of junior staff.
- The ability to undertake and manage clinical audits including supervision of junior staff.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability, enthusiasm and commitment to teach in a clinical setting.
- Ability to motivate, inspire and support multi-professional team and be able to work effectively and sensitively within such teams.
- Ability to engage/implement NHS strategy, e.g. service redesign to achieve the 18 week target.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- Eligible for full GMC Registration and possess MRCS (or equivalent)
- Clinical Knowledge commensurate with trauma and orthopaedic surgery registrar training
- FRCS (Tr&Orth)
Desirable
- Higher Academic Degree
- Achieved or eligible for CTT
Experience
Essential
- Excellence clinical skills Capacity to use and develop a wide range of theoretical approaches.
- Proven ability and commitment to carry out high quality research, leading to publication.
- Involvement in the clinical audit process and an understanding of its aims and objectives.
- Interest and experience in hand and wrist surgery
Desirable
- Understanding and proven ability to apply research findings in a clinical / organisational context.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- All aspects of orthopaedic surgery
- Trauma surgery
- General basic trauma operative skills
Communication
Essential
- Ability to act as a consistent reference point in a team and to take a leadership role where needed.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work load, to delegate responsibilities as appropriate and to supervise staff.
Desirable
- Lecturing experience with a range of disciplines.
Audit Management & IT
Essential
- The ability to undertake and manage clinical audits including supervision of junior staff.
- The ability to undertake and manage clinical audits including supervision of junior staff.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability, enthusiasm and commitment to teach in a clinical setting.
- Ability to motivate, inspire and support multi-professional team and be able to work effectively and sensitively within such teams.
- Ability to engage/implement NHS strategy, e.g. service redesign to achieve the 18 week target.
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
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
University College London Hospitals
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
United Kingdom
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Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: M0042-91499
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for Childrens Occupational Therapy in South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust to join the Childrens Occupational Therapy Department based at Palmer Community Hospital/Sunderland Childrens Centre. You will be responsible for supporting children and young people to improve their health, well-being and functional independence by delivering occupational therapy interventions that enable greater functional performance, active participation and social inclusion in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). You will work collaboratively with children, young people, families and other professionals to identify and manage individual needs, developing a holistic approach to care alongside Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy, Mental Health Support Teams, Getting Help services and the 019 team. You will contribute to promoting independence, participation and positive outcomes for children and young people within the community.
Main duties of the job
As a Childrens Occupational Therapist, you will be responsible for assessing and treating children with physical, learning and developmental difficulties in accordance with service protocols and Clinical Governance principles. You will be managing a personal caseload, using appropriate prioritisation and caseload management techniques to organise your workload effectively and ensure therapy is delivered in a structured and timely manner. You will be supporting the assessment and treatment of children presenting with complex needs and applying your clinical knowledge and professional judgement to determine appropriate therapeutic approaches and interventions.
About us
Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.
Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges
Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave
Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£21.57 an hour
Contract
Bank
Duration
3 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
M0042-91499
Job locations
Sunderland Children’s Centre
Durham Road
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR3 4AG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- TO communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents, carers and relevant professionals, providing appropriate information regarding therapy plans, expected outcomes, progress and discharge arrangements in a timely and understandable manner.
- TO contribute to safeguarding responsibilities by recognising children who may be at risk, following appropriate procedures and initiating referrals where concerns may require further safeguarding intervention or support.
- TO support safe and effective discharge planning by liaising with relevant professionals, external agencies, families and carers to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place following completion of therapy input.
- TO provide specialist advice, education and training to colleagues, school staff and other healthcare professionals, contributing to in-service teaching and sharing occupational therapy knowledge within paediatric care.
- TO ensure that appropriate resources, equipment and the clinical environment are used safely and effectively, including identifying equipment requirements and supporting the responsible allocation of available resources.
- TO maintain your professional competence through continuing professional development, clinical supervision, training and participation in relevant research, audit and service development activities to support evidence-based practice.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- TO communicate clearly and effectively with children, parents, carers and relevant professionals, providing appropriate information regarding therapy plans, expected outcomes, progress and discharge arrangements in a timely and understandable manner.
- TO contribute to safeguarding responsibilities by recognising children who may be at risk, following appropriate procedures and initiating referrals where concerns may require further safeguarding intervention or support.
- TO support safe and effective discharge planning by liaising with relevant professionals, external agencies, families and carers to ensure appropriate arrangements are in place following completion of therapy input.
- TO provide specialist advice, education and training to colleagues, school staff and other healthcare professionals, contributing to in-service teaching and sharing occupational therapy knowledge within paediatric care.
- TO ensure that appropriate resources, equipment and the clinical environment are used safely and effectively, including identifying equipment requirements and supporting the responsible allocation of available resources.
- TO maintain your professional competence through continuing professional development, clinical supervision, training and participation in relevant research, audit and service development activities to support evidence-based practice.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with a Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Extensive paediatric Occupational Therapy experience with up-to-date specialist CPD.
- Knowledge of child development, paediatric conditions, safeguarding and neurodevelopmental approaches.
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams, supervising staff and students, and delivering training.
- Strong specialist assessment, communication, clinical reasoning, organisational and prioritisation skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist with a Degree in Occupational Therapy.
- Extensive paediatric Occupational Therapy experience with up-to-date specialist CPD.
- Knowledge of child development, paediatric conditions, safeguarding and neurodevelopmental approaches.
- Experience working within multidisciplinary teams, supervising staff and students, and delivering training.
- Strong specialist assessment, communication, clinical reasoning, organisational and prioritisation skills.
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
NHS Professionals Limited
Address
Sunderland Children’s Centre
Durham Road
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR3 4AG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
NHS Professionals Limited
Address
Sunderland Children’s Centre
Durham Road
Sunderland
Tyne and Wear
SR3 4AG
United Kingdom
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Pharmacy Technician (with ward duties)
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 210-2026-550-B
Job summary
Working Full time: 37.5 hours per week
We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, hardworking, registered Technicians to join our expanding Pharmacy Team. We are looking for Technicians who are motivated and keen to develop their skills as part of an integrated team. Our qualified staff are expected to have a positive work ethic, be flexible and reliable.
Successful candidates will have the opportunity to further their skills by completing a BTEC level 4 ACT Qualification. As part of our integrated team, there will be opportunities to work on wards within the main hospital performing top ups and ordering medications for inpatients.
High levels of accuracy are essential as well as the ability to work well under pressure. We are looking for individuals who are confident, have excellent communication and organisation skills and who can use their own initiative to provide a safe and effective service to our patients.
Dispensary based duties will include preparation, dispensing, and supply of medications to a variety of patients. You will be expected to have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to counsel patients effectively. We expect our technicians to co-operate with all Pharmacy Staff in providing and developing an efficient and comprehensive Pharmaceutical Service under the direction of Senior Pharmacy Management for all patients treated by The Countess of Chester Foundation Trust.
Previous applicants need not apply.
Main duties of the job
Applicants who are due to register in September are eligible to apply
- To carry out accurately and efficiently the dispensing of prescriptions, including unlicensed and namedpatient medication, oral cytotoxic medication, controlled drugs and Patient's own medication inaccordance with the agreed safe systems of work practice and current medicines legislation
- To input and maintain accurate computer and register records for controlled drugs, unlicensed drugs and named-patient medication according to departmental procedures
- To dispense clinical trials in accordance with the dispensing protocol, ICH GCP guidelines and European Directive and under the supervision of the clinical trials technician/pharmacist
- Calculate formulae for all extemporaneously prepared medicines using manual methods in accordance with safe dispensing practice and standard operating procedures
About us
The Trust's services are provided from three locations:
o The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 473 general and acute beds.o Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 60 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility.o Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population.
The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust employs 5,964 staff (headcount) to provide care and treatment to a population of over 400,000 people living in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire.
The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System. Due to its location on the border with North Wales, the Trust also works closely with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
The Trust treats patients from England and some parts of Wales. During 2024/2025, there were approximately 643,000 patient attendances (inpatient, A&E, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
210-2026-550-B
Job locations
Countess of Chester Hospital
Liverpool Road
Chester
CH2 1UL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description for further details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs will be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description for further details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service. Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs will be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services with appropriate underpinning knowledge (BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent)
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC
- CPD portfolio inline with GPC requirements
Desirable
- Thorough understanding of policies and procedures
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years experience in Pharmacy
Desirable
- Good understanding of hospital pharmacy & experience
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services with appropriate underpinning knowledge (BTEC in Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent)
- Registered Pharmacy Technician with GPhC
- CPD portfolio inline with GPC requirements
Desirable
- Thorough understanding of policies and procedures
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 2 years experience in Pharmacy
Desirable
- Good understanding of hospital pharmacy & experience
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Countess of Chester Hospital
Liverpool Road
Chester
CH2 1UL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Countess of Chester Hospital
Liverpool Road
Chester
CH2 1UL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: B0271-VA278
Job summary
PLEASE APPLY FOR THIS ROLE DIRECTLY ON OUR WEBSITE -
https://stcatherineshospice.peoplehr.net/Pages/JobBoard/Opening.aspx?v=de9fb040-d6d3-4de5-b1b2-f2ffef64aff0
We are seeking an Interim Financial Controller for 6 months,someone who aligns to our values and demonstrates excellent communication and analytical skills, being committed to supporting the strategic ambitions of two hospices through accurate forecasting and modelling techniques.
This role is advertised on a rolling basis and therefore may close at any time.
Main duties of the job
Are you an enthusiastic, dynamic and highly motivated individual looking for your next challenge?
We are looking for someone who aligns to our values and demonstrates excellent communication and analytical skills, being committed to supporting the strategic ambitions of two hospices through accurate forecasting and modelling techniques.
The Financial Controller will be responsible for building strong relationships, providing robust and accurate financial forecasting and budgeting data with appropriate analysis to support the Finance Director, Senior Management Team and Board of Trustees in decision making processes and assurance of future sustainability.
About us
St Catherines Hospice is a respected local charity providing specialist hospice care alongside statutory service partners (GPs, District nursing etc) across West Sussex and East Surrey.
We provide care in communities across Surrey and Sussex which are richly diverse and we want to reflect that in everything we do. We celebrate and support difference and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you believe in the importance of what we do, share our values and want to be a part of an outstanding team building something important, wed love to hear from you.
Employees at St Catherines Hospice can enjoy a variety of benefits including:
- Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, rising to 30 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays, and an opportunity to buy / sell annual leave days. Plus we offer a day off for volunteering & moving house.
- Generous Pension scheme with up to 9% employer contributions or honour of NHS pension.
- Life Assurance Scheme, Counselling Offering, and a range of discounts.
- Enhanced maternity and adoption pay.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£60,000 to £65,000 a year Depending on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
6 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
B0271-VA278
Job locations
St. Catherines Hospice
St Catherine's Hospice
Grace Holland Avenue
Pease Pottage
West Sussex
RH11 9SL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Interim Financial Controller role will involve:
- Manage and develop the Finance Team delivering a first-class service to all stakeholders
- To build strong relationships with external stakeholders
- Support the Director of Finance & IT in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing analysis as required
- Responsible for the production of accurate and timely management accounts and cashflow
The Role:
This post is offered on a 6 month interim basis, working 37.5 hours per week. Our full time hours are 37.5 hours per week, worked 7.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday.
At St Catherine's we offer work from home opportunities, however, this is adaptable depending on business need and regular onsite presence is required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Interim Financial Controller role will involve:
- Manage and develop the Finance Team delivering a first-class service to all stakeholders
- To build strong relationships with external stakeholders
- Support the Director of Finance & IT in the preparation of budgets and forecasts, providing analysis as required
- Responsible for the production of accurate and timely management accounts and cashflow
The Role:
This post is offered on a 6 month interim basis, working 37.5 hours per week. Our full time hours are 37.5 hours per week, worked 7.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday.
At St Catherine's we offer work from home opportunities, however, this is adaptable depending on business need and regular onsite presence is required.
Person Specification
Attitude and Behaviours
Essential
- Flexible approach to change, innovation and progress in the work
- environment
- High standard of diplomacy, integrity and reliability
- Willingness and ability to work occasional unsocial hours when
- required.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and work to a high level of accuracy.
- Flexible and adaptable individual that can work to tight deadlines, cope under pressure and comfortably prioritise their workload.
- A positive attitude to all aspects of work and development
- Professional, confident and compassionate approach to work
- Resilient practitioner and decision maker
- Confidence and self-awareness of own limitations and professional
- boundaries.
- Ability to demonstrate St Catherine's values in all aspects of work
Experience
Essential
- Proven team player that demonstrates high calibre leadership skills that inspires others to achieve and exceed objectives
- Proven experience in the implementation of internal control
- procedures and frameworks
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to respond effectively to multiple priorities
- Sound and up to date knowledge of Charity Accounting - SORP
- Able to manage and develop good working relationships with key
- stakeholders, both internally and externally.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and
- written
- Demonstrates drive for continuous improvement and maximising
- performance, productivity and efficiency
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and
- written
- Sound critical thinking and analytical skills
- Strong practical and modelling skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook,Powerpoint and Excel)
Desirable
- Experience within a healthcare environment
- Payroll and Pension knowledge and experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/).
Person Specification
Attitude and Behaviours
Essential
- Flexible approach to change, innovation and progress in the work
- environment
- High standard of diplomacy, integrity and reliability
- Willingness and ability to work occasional unsocial hours when
- required.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail and work to a high level of accuracy.
- Flexible and adaptable individual that can work to tight deadlines, cope under pressure and comfortably prioritise their workload.
- A positive attitude to all aspects of work and development
- Professional, confident and compassionate approach to work
- Resilient practitioner and decision maker
- Confidence and self-awareness of own limitations and professional
- boundaries.
- Ability to demonstrate St Catherine's values in all aspects of work
Experience
Essential
- Proven team player that demonstrates high calibre leadership skills that inspires others to achieve and exceed objectives
- Proven experience in the implementation of internal control
- procedures and frameworks
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to respond effectively to multiple priorities
- Sound and up to date knowledge of Charity Accounting - SORP
- Able to manage and develop good working relationships with key
- stakeholders, both internally and externally.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and
- written
- Demonstrates drive for continuous improvement and maximising
- performance, productivity and efficiency
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both oral and
- written
- Sound critical thinking and analytical skills
- Strong practical and modelling skills with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook,Powerpoint and Excel)
Desirable
- Experience within a healthcare environment
- Payroll and Pension knowledge and experience
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Accountant (ACA/ACCA/CIMA/).
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
St Catherine’s Hospice
Address
St. Catherines Hospice
St Catherine's Hospice
Grace Holland Avenue
Pease Pottage
West Sussex
RH11 9SL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
St Catherine’s Hospice
Address
St. Catherines Hospice
St Catherine's Hospice
Grace Holland Avenue
Pease Pottage
West Sussex
RH11 9SL
United Kingdom
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Housekeeper
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 210-2026-655-A
Job summary
Working Part time: 30 hours per week
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a housekeeper to join a fantastic team on Poppy Ward Ellesmere Port Hospital.
Poppy ward is a 19-bed unit for Elderly Rehabilitation.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to carry out various tasks such as monitoring and supporting patients with their menu choices, liaising with dieticians, and other multi disciplinary team members on the ward.
Ensuring patients are provided with supplies as needed, daily and weekly stock checking and maintaining equipment and ordering of Stock.
The post holder will be responsible for generally keeping the ward environment and clinical areas in a tidy and safe state at all times.
The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills as part of the role will be making and receiving telephone calls. The post holder must have the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
Good communication skills are essential, experience as a housekeeper is desirable.
About us
The Trust's services are provided from three locations: o The Countess of Chester Hospital: providing 473 general and acute beds. o Ellesmere Port Hospital: providing 60 beds as a rehabilitation, intermediate and outpatient facility. o Tarporley War Memorial Hospital: a base for community services which serve the local rural population. The Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust employs 5,964 staff (headcount) to provide care and treatment to a population of over 400,000 people living in Chester and West Cheshire which includes Ellesmere Port and Neston as well as the Deeside area of Flintshire. The Trust works collaboratively within the wider Cheshire and Merseyside Integrated Care System. Due to its location on the border with North Wales, the Trust also works closely with the Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board. The Trust treats patients from England and some parts of Wales. During 2024/2025, there were approximately 643,000 patient attendances (inpatient, A&E, outpatient and diagnostic) ranging from a simple outpatient appointment to major cancer surgery
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 a year pa pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
210-2026-655-A
Job locations
Countess of Chester Hospital / Ellesmere Port Hospital
Chester Road
Ellesmere port
CH65 6SG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description for further details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See Job Description for further details.
Recruitment selection processes are based on competence (see Person specification) and values. An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page.
If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?
Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.
The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post.
If a DBS is required for your role, you are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee applies which is payable to the DBS Service.Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costswill be deducted from their salary over the first three months of employment.
New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.
Applicants requiring sponsorship may wish to determine the likelihood of obtaining sponsorship for this position by assessing themselves against the criteria on the gov.uk website - https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.
The Trust will not sponsor where the starting salary does not meet immigration rules
Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post, we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.
Good luck with your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Previous work / life experience requiring involvement with the public setting
- Willingness to undertake any relevant in house training
- Mandatory training
Desirable
- Basic IT skills
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
- Ability to communicate sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Previous work / life experience requiring involvement with the public setting
- Willingness to undertake any relevant in house training
- Mandatory training
Desirable
- Basic IT skills
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Ability to communicate in a variety of settings with patients of varying levels of understanding.
- Ability to communicate sensitive issues with tact and diplomacy
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
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Countess of Chester Hospital / Ellesmere Port Hospital
Chester Road
Ellesmere port
CH65 6SG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Countess of Chester Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Countess of Chester Hospital / Ellesmere Port Hospital
Chester Road
Ellesmere port
CH65 6SG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.coch.nhs.uk/working-with-us.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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Band 6 Deputy CNS - Infection Control
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 196-NM14227-W
Job summary
A 6 month secondment position has arisen for an enthusiastic Deputy Clinical Nurse Specialist in Infection, Prevention & Control based at the Royal Brompton Hospital, part of Guy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.
You will be a highly specialised nurse and role model, providing expert professional advice and education on the prevention and control of infection to other professionals, multidisciplinary groups, patients and carers. You will participate in the surveillance, monitoring and investigation of infections and outbreaks.
This is an exciting opportunity for you to contribute to patient safety and support the entire hospital to improve patient experience and outcomes, as well as supervising junior staff. The role requires someone who is very passionate about improving the care we provide and who can communicate and build effective relationships across the organisation.
The post holder will be based at the Royal Brompton Hospital, but will be providing cover cross site which will require travelling between sites 2 fixed days a week, attend meetings at Harefield Hospital as well as working closely with the wider GSTT team. The post holder may be required to deputise for the IPC matron when necessary.
You need to be confident, IT literate (Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, MS word, Microsoft) and possess excellent interpersonal skills. Working hours will be Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
Main duties of the job
To work, within the operational scope of the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) team, facilitating the prevention, surveillance, investigation and control of infection within the Adult and Paediatric Acute setting.
To participate in education programmes for all grades of staff on aspects of infection prevention and control, to improve compliance with best practice. The post holder will be required to operate flexibly within the IPC team structure to ensure that a comprehensive service is provided to the Trust acute services.
The role duties fall under the following categories:
Patient/customer care (both direct & indirect)
Clinical Research / Audit
Education
Management and Leadership
Service development
People management
Communication
About us
The Trust's Directorate of Infection (DOI) comprises Infection Prevention & Control (IPC), Infectious Diseases (ID), the antimicrobial pharmacy team, the Centre for Clinical Infection & Diagnostics Research (CIDR), and the diagnostic laboratories (Microbiology and Virology). For over a decade, seamless integration of these essential elements has been the hallmark of our service delivery model. The Trust currently reports amongst the best IPC performance in the Shelford group of England's 10 leading academic healthcare organisations and is widely regarded as a national exemplar for IPC.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£47,951 to £56,863 a year per annum inc HCA (Pro Rata)
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
196-NM14227-W
Job locations
Royal Brompton Hospital
Sydney St,
London
SW3 6NP
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Infection Prevention and Control Role Profile
The post-holder will work within the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Team, providing specialist advice and support in the identification, prevention, monitoring and control of infection across the Trust. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, the post-holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and support the continuous improvement of services through evidence-based practice, surveillance, audit and quality improvement initiatives. The role involves advising staff on infection prevention and control measures, including patient isolation requirements, implementation of standard and transmission-based precautions, and management of infection risks. The post-holder will communicate effectively with patients, relatives and staff regarding potentially sensitive infection-related issues and provide specialist support to facilitate informed decision-making and safe care delivery. The post-holder will review microbiological and surveillance data to monitor infection trends, evaluate interventions and inform future practice. They will assist in the investigation and management of outbreaks, healthcare-associated infections and critical incidents, contributing to reports and recommendations for the Infection Prevention and Control Team, Infection Control Committee and other governance groups as required. Accurate clinical records and documentation must be maintained in accordance with Trust policies, professional standards and legislative requirements. The post-holder will support compliance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, NHS standards, national guidance and local IPC policies.
Clinical Audit, Research and Quality Improvement
The post-holder will contribute to audit, research and service evaluation activities designed to improve patient outcomes and reduce infection risks. This includes monitoring compliance with infection prevention standards through structured audit programmes, analysing findings and supporting the implementation of improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include critically evaluating research and evidence to develop and provide advice on infection prevention and control. The post-holder will assist in the development and review of evidence-based policies, procedures and clinical guidelines, ensuring alignment with national legislation, local policies and best-practice standards. The role requires the ability to assess and distinguish infection risks associated with patients, equipment and the healthcare environment and provide appropriate advice and recommendations. Audit outcomes will be used to support service improvement, patient safety and reductions in healthcare-associated infection rates. Education and Professional Development. The post-holder will contribute to the education and development of healthcare staff through formal and informal teaching, coaching and support. A variety of teaching methods will be used to deliver effective infection prevention and control education, including hand hygiene, standard infection control precautions and other relevant subjects. Opportunities to facilitate learning will be recognised and utilised to improve knowledge, compliance and patient safety. Teaching activities will be evaluated to assess effectiveness and inform future educational approaches. The post-holder will maintain and develop their own professional competence through reflection, self-assessment, continuing professional development, formal education, conferences and self-directed learning. They will act as a resource for patients, relatives and staff requiring advice or information regarding infection prevention and control.
Management and Leadership
Working under appropriate supervision, the post-holder will establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships across professional boundaries. They will support clinical teams in implementing infection prevention strategies, improving practice and embracing change. The role includes acting as a resource for staff, contributing to problem-solving and participating in multidisciplinary initiatives to improve infection prevention and control practices. Effective relationships will be maintained with colleagues across clinical areas, microbiology, virology and wider corporate services. The post-holder will practise in accordance with professional codes of conduct, relevant legislation and Trust policies, maintaining accountability for their actions and decisions at all times.
Service Development
The post-holder will contribute to the ongoing development of Infection Prevention and Control services through participation in strategic planning, quality improvement projects, audit, surveillance and research activities. They will report relevant issues, developments and service requirements to senior IPC colleagues and contribute to business-planning processes where appropriate. Responsibilities include supporting the development and implementation of the Infection Prevention and Control Annual Programme, contributing to organisational objectives, benchmarking standards and enhancing patient care. The post-holder will assist in the development of Link Practitioners through meetings, presentations and ongoing support.
People Management
The post-holder will maintain and develop a sound knowledge of infection prevention and control to support staff across the Trust. They will encourage reflective practice, support professional development and promote safe, effective patient care through education and guidance. The role includes contributing to the planning, implementation and delivery of study days, training programmes and educational resources. Formal and informal teaching will be provided to clinical and non-clinical staff, patients and visitors as required. Statutory and mandatory training requirements must be maintained in accordance with Trust policy.
Communication
The post-holder will actively participate as a member of the Infection Prevention and Control Team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to achieve service objectives. They will communicate clearly and effectively with clinical teams, providing advice within their scope of competence and escalating complex matters appropriately. Responsibilities include supporting the communication of alert organism results and associated infection control advice to relevant staff, patients and carers. The post-holder will ensure that information is delivered sensitively, clearly and compassionately, taking account of individual communication needs. The role involves contributing to patient information resources, governance reports, quarterly bulletins and the annual Infection Prevention and Control Report. Effective communication with external healthcare organisations will be maintained to support continuity of care and minimise cross-infection risks. The post-holder will contribute to professional networks, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and promote the Trust's values, objectives and professional reputation. They will support the development of a positive learning environment for colleagues, patients and visitors whilst championing best practice in infection prevention and control
Job description
Job responsibilities
Infection Prevention and Control Role Profile
The post-holder will work within the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Team, providing specialist advice and support in the identification, prevention, monitoring and control of infection across the Trust. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, the post-holder will contribute to the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care and support the continuous improvement of services through evidence-based practice, surveillance, audit and quality improvement initiatives. The role involves advising staff on infection prevention and control measures, including patient isolation requirements, implementation of standard and transmission-based precautions, and management of infection risks. The post-holder will communicate effectively with patients, relatives and staff regarding potentially sensitive infection-related issues and provide specialist support to facilitate informed decision-making and safe care delivery. The post-holder will review microbiological and surveillance data to monitor infection trends, evaluate interventions and inform future practice. They will assist in the investigation and management of outbreaks, healthcare-associated infections and critical incidents, contributing to reports and recommendations for the Infection Prevention and Control Team, Infection Control Committee and other governance groups as required. Accurate clinical records and documentation must be maintained in accordance with Trust policies, professional standards and legislative requirements. The post-holder will support compliance with the Health and Social Care Act 2008, NHS standards, national guidance and local IPC policies.
Clinical Audit, Research and Quality Improvement
The post-holder will contribute to audit, research and service evaluation activities designed to improve patient outcomes and reduce infection risks. This includes monitoring compliance with infection prevention standards through structured audit programmes, analysing findings and supporting the implementation of improvement initiatives. Responsibilities include critically evaluating research and evidence to develop and provide advice on infection prevention and control. The post-holder will assist in the development and review of evidence-based policies, procedures and clinical guidelines, ensuring alignment with national legislation, local policies and best-practice standards. The role requires the ability to assess and distinguish infection risks associated with patients, equipment and the healthcare environment and provide appropriate advice and recommendations. Audit outcomes will be used to support service improvement, patient safety and reductions in healthcare-associated infection rates. Education and Professional Development. The post-holder will contribute to the education and development of healthcare staff through formal and informal teaching, coaching and support. A variety of teaching methods will be used to deliver effective infection prevention and control education, including hand hygiene, standard infection control precautions and other relevant subjects. Opportunities to facilitate learning will be recognised and utilised to improve knowledge, compliance and patient safety. Teaching activities will be evaluated to assess effectiveness and inform future educational approaches. The post-holder will maintain and develop their own professional competence through reflection, self-assessment, continuing professional development, formal education, conferences and self-directed learning. They will act as a resource for patients, relatives and staff requiring advice or information regarding infection prevention and control.
Management and Leadership
Working under appropriate supervision, the post-holder will establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships across professional boundaries. They will support clinical teams in implementing infection prevention strategies, improving practice and embracing change. The role includes acting as a resource for staff, contributing to problem-solving and participating in multidisciplinary initiatives to improve infection prevention and control practices. Effective relationships will be maintained with colleagues across clinical areas, microbiology, virology and wider corporate services. The post-holder will practise in accordance with professional codes of conduct, relevant legislation and Trust policies, maintaining accountability for their actions and decisions at all times.
Service Development
The post-holder will contribute to the ongoing development of Infection Prevention and Control services through participation in strategic planning, quality improvement projects, audit, surveillance and research activities. They will report relevant issues, developments and service requirements to senior IPC colleagues and contribute to business-planning processes where appropriate. Responsibilities include supporting the development and implementation of the Infection Prevention and Control Annual Programme, contributing to organisational objectives, benchmarking standards and enhancing patient care. The post-holder will assist in the development of Link Practitioners through meetings, presentations and ongoing support.
People Management
The post-holder will maintain and develop a sound knowledge of infection prevention and control to support staff across the Trust. They will encourage reflective practice, support professional development and promote safe, effective patient care through education and guidance. The role includes contributing to the planning, implementation and delivery of study days, training programmes and educational resources. Formal and informal teaching will be provided to clinical and non-clinical staff, patients and visitors as required. Statutory and mandatory training requirements must be maintained in accordance with Trust policy.
Communication
The post-holder will actively participate as a member of the Infection Prevention and Control Team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to achieve service objectives. They will communicate clearly and effectively with clinical teams, providing advice within their scope of competence and escalating complex matters appropriately. Responsibilities include supporting the communication of alert organism results and associated infection control advice to relevant staff, patients and carers. The post-holder will ensure that information is delivered sensitively, clearly and compassionately, taking account of individual communication needs. The role involves contributing to patient information resources, governance reports, quarterly bulletins and the annual Infection Prevention and Control Report. Effective communication with external healthcare organisations will be maintained to support continuity of care and minimise cross-infection risks. The post-holder will contribute to professional networks, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and promote the Trust's values, objectives and professional reputation. They will support the development of a positive learning environment for colleagues, patients and visitors whilst championing best practice in infection prevention and control
Person Specification
EDUCATION &QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the NMC Register OR Allied health Professional with professional registration
- Relevant postgraduate course or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree in Infection Prevention and Control/Microbiology
EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Current consolidated interest and experience in infection prevention and control (e.g. Infection Prevention and Control Link Practitioner) With substantial experience at ward/departmental level
Desirable
- Clinical experience in more than one speciality Relevant experience in Infection Prevention & Control Research Data analysis
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Proven clinical knowledge and skills in infection prevention and control
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice. An understanding of audit and research based clinical practice
- Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management and how this effects their role and the department
Person Specification
EDUCATION &QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Registered Nurse on the NMC Register OR Allied health Professional with professional registration
- Relevant postgraduate course or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree in Infection Prevention and Control/Microbiology
EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Current consolidated interest and experience in infection prevention and control (e.g. Infection Prevention and Control Link Practitioner) With substantial experience at ward/departmental level
Desirable
- Clinical experience in more than one speciality Relevant experience in Infection Prevention & Control Research Data analysis
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Essential
- Proven clinical knowledge and skills in infection prevention and control
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice. An understanding of audit and research based clinical practice
- Demonstrate an awareness of clinical governance and risk management and how this effects their role and the department
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
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Brompton Hospital
Sydney St,
London
SW3 6NP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Brompton Hospital
Sydney St,
London
SW3 6NP
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
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Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: VP408345D1
Job summary
Cygnet Group is seeking a confident and experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our specialist team at Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton. This opportunity is ideally suited to a nurse with at least 12 months' experience in a mental health setting, who is passionate about delivering outstanding care and looking further to develop their career within a supportive, progressive organisation. At Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton, you will work 42 hours per week on a rotational shift pattern (07:45 AM to 08:00 PM / 07:45 PM to 08:00 AM), including days, nights, and alternate weekends. Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton is our state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for men, in the West Midlands. The service features two wards. A 12 bed PICU ward and a 17 bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment. Were focused on length of stay and making sure individuals move as quickly and safely as possible from our services to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them. Individuals can step down through the pathways available within Cygnet services. Referrals can come to us from all areas, including other acute services and prison services.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£22.50 to £22.75 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VP408345D1
Job locations
Wolverhampton
WV11 1UH
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Cygnet Group is seeking a confident and experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our specialist team at Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton.
This opportunity is ideally suited to a nurse with atleast 12 months' experience in a mental health setting, who is passionate about delivering outstanding care and looking further to develop their career within a supportive, progressive organisation.
At Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton, you will work 42 hours per week on a rotational shift pattern (07:45 AM to 08:00 PM / 07:45 PM to 08:00 AM), including days, nights, and alternate weekends.
Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton is our state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for men, in the West Midlands.
The service features two wards. A 12 bed PICU ward and a 17 bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment.
Were focused on length of stay and making sure individuals move as quickly and safely as possible from our services to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them. Individuals can step down through the pathways available within Cygnet services.
Referrals can come to us from all areas, includi ng other acute services and prison services.
Your day-to-day at Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton:
Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments & observations
Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, & improve quality
Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing
Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with patients, relatives & other healthcare professionals
Safe administration of medication as per local and national guidelines
Provide effective direction and support to junior members of the team
Essential:
An experienced RMN with a current PIN Number
The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence
Desirable:
The ability to deputise in a managerial role
Previous experience of working in a PICU / ACUTE setting
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Salary: £22.50 - £22.75 Per Hour
NHS & employee discount scheme
50% NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet
Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
Free parking
Bespoke career pathways
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
Cygnet Group is seeking a confident and experienced Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to join our specialist team at Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton.
This opportunity is ideally suited to a nurse with atleast 12 months' experience in a mental health setting, who is passionate about delivering outstanding care and looking further to develop their career within a supportive, progressive organisation.
At Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton, you will work 42 hours per week on a rotational shift pattern (07:45 AM to 08:00 PM / 07:45 PM to 08:00 AM), including days, nights, and alternate weekends.
Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton is our state-of-the-art PICU & Acute hospital for men, in the West Midlands.
The service features two wards. A 12 bed PICU ward and a 17 bed Acute ward. Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment.
Were focused on length of stay and making sure individuals move as quickly and safely as possible from our services to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them. Individuals can step down through the pathways available within Cygnet services.
Referrals can come to us from all areas, includi ng other acute services and prison services.
Your day-to-day at Cygnet Hospital Wolverhampton:
Produce outstanding written reports based on your nursing assessments & observations
Work closely with the management team to develop the service, audit, & improve quality
Attend all training and engage in CPD to further knowledge & promote nursing
Under NMC guidelines, ensure that individual care plans are complete & maintained collectively with patients, relatives & other healthcare professionals
Safe administration of medication as per local and national guidelines
Provide effective direction and support to junior members of the team
Essential:
An experienced RMN with a current PIN Number
The ability to maintain documentation, undertake audits & demonstrate integrity in your role
A good understanding of the latest nursing practices
A commitment to patient recovery in order to effectively monitor, manage & reduce risk
Compassion, resilience & a dedication to empower & support service user independence
Desirable:
The ability to deputise in a managerial role
Previous experience of working in a PICU / ACUTE setting
Why Cygnet? Well offer you
Salary: £22.50 - £22.75 Per Hour
NHS & employee discount scheme
50% NMC registration renewal paid by Cygnet
Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
Free parking
Bespoke career pathways
Please note that successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Wolverhampton
WV11 1UH
United Kingdom
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WV11 1UH
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Health Care Support Worker-9B
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 184-OL-OR-5999
Job summary
We are looking to appoint health care support Assistants who are enthusiastic, motivated with a passion for caring to join our dedicated Team on 9B.The unit is an Endocrine, Diabetic and General Medical Ward.As a Health Care Assistant you will work as part of a large multidisciplinary team and will play a key role in delivering the fundamentals of care for patients under the supervision of a nurse, whilst supporting patients to achieve the shared goals. Individuals should be able to demonstrate excellent communication skills who are willing to learn and take on new challenges as the service develops.
Main duties of the job
Experience of working in a care setting would be advantageous but all necessary skills training, professional updates and mandatory training as appropriate to the post will be provided.Full details of duties can be found in the job description.There will be an expectation of a flexible approach to shifts patterns with a commitment to participate in the on call service after appropriate training.Please be advised - this vacancy may close early if we reach a sufficient amount of applications.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
£25,272 to £25,272 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
184-OL-OR-5999
Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more details and further information about the role, please see the attached job description and person specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy level 1
Desirable
- NVQ 2 in Healthcare or prepared to undertake level 2 NVQ in Health care and complete within 1 year (to achieve KSF Foundation Gateway)
- Basic Life Support.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in the hospital or care setting.
Additional Criteria
Desirable
- Demonstrates core values.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Numeracy and literacy level 1
Desirable
- NVQ 2 in Healthcare or prepared to undertake level 2 NVQ in Health care and complete within 1 year (to achieve KSF Foundation Gateway)
- Basic Life Support.
Experience
Desirable
- Experience working in the hospital or care setting.
Additional Criteria
Desirable
- Demonstrates core values.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
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Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 59
Job summary
The Role
We are currently seeking Part Time Drivers to join our dedicated team in the Bradford Area, playing a vital role ensuring patients receive safe, timely and compassionate care.
As a Driver, you will work closely with the Duty Clinician, transporting them safely to patients homes.
DBS level required: Enhanced
What the Role Offers
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two shifts are the same. You will work as a key member of the urgent care team, building strong working relationships with clinicians and operational colleagues while contributing directly to high quality patient care in the community.
Pay Rates
Rates vary depending on the time of day worked:
- In Hours: £13.21 per hour Monday to Friday, 08.00 -18.00
- Out of Hours: £14.21 per hour Monday to Friday, 18.00 - 08.00 and all day Saturday and Sunday
Base Location:Westbourne Green Community Hospital
Shifts Available:Sunday Bradford Mobile 2 Driver 08:45 - 13:59 - week 4 Saturday: Bradford Mobile 1 Driver 18:00 - 22:59 - week 3
Please note: our rota operates on a 4week rolling basis.
Why Join Local Care Direct?
You will be part of a supportive and friendly team, working for an organisation that values collaboration, flexibility and the difference you make every shift. This role offers the satisfaction of knowing your work directly helps people receive urgent care when they need it most.
Please see job description for further information.
Main duties of the job
About You
We are looking for reliable, team-focused individuals who take pride in their work and understand the importance of their role in patient care.
You will need:
- A full UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points
- Extensive experience driving in cities and on motorways, both day and night
- Strong planning, organisation and communication skills
- A customer focused approach and the ability to work collaboratively with clinicians and colleagues
Above all, you will be committed to supporting patients with professionalism, care and respect.
Why Join Local Care Direct?
You will be part of a supportive and friendly team, working for an organisation that values collaboration, flexibility and the difference you make every shift. This role offers the satisfaction of knowing your work directly helps people receive urgent care when they need it most.
As a Driver, you will work closely with the Duty Clinician, transporting them safely to patients homes and other locations across West Yorkshire as directed by the Duty Controller.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting clinicians during home visits by managing medical equipment and medications
- Assisting with administrative tasks to enable effective and efficient patient care
- Providing patient transport services when required
- Supporting operational colleagues during periods of unplanned staff absence
- Playing an active role as part of a wider multidisciplinary team committed to patient safety and wellbeing
About us
At Local Care Direct, we are proud to be a values-led social enterprise providing essential health and support services across West Yorkshire. Since 2004, our teams have helped people access the right advice, care and support in the right place, at the right time and as close to home as possible.
With around 500 colleagues working across seventeen sites, we deliver services 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including GP out-of-hours care, urgent treatment centres, walk-in services, a central contact centre, dental assessment and booking, and tailored support for NHS partners.
We are looking for people who share our commitment to honesty, integrity, fairness, consistency, kindness and respect. In return, you will be part of a supportive, inclusive organisation where colleagues are valued and encouraged to make a real difference for patients, partners and local communities.
As part of our team, you will have access to development opportunities, clear progression pathways and a range of employee benefits, including:
- NHS pension scheme
- Dedicated volunteer leave
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Employee Assistance Programme for confidential wellbeing support
- Hybrid and flexible working options, dependent on role
- Access to the Blue Light Card for national discounts
If you want to be part of an organisation that puts people first and supports you to develop, we would welcome your application.
Click here to access our website:Local Care Direct
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14.21 an hour
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
59
Job locations
Westbourne Green Community Hospital
26 Heaton Road
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD8 8RA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Role
We are currently seeking Part Time Drivers to join our dedicated team in Bradford, playing a vital role in ensuring patients receive safe, timely and compassionate care.
DBS level required: EnhancedWhat the Role Offers
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two shifts are the same. You will work as a key member of the urgent care team, building strong working relationships with clinicians and operational colleagues while contributing directly to high quality patient care in the community.
Pay Rates
Rates vary depending on the time of day worked:
- In Hours: £13.21 per hour Monday to Friday, 08.00-18.00
- Out of Hours: £14.21 per hour Monday to Friday, 18.00-08.00 and all day Saturday and Sunday
Base Location
Local Care Direct Base: Address
Shifts Available
- Sunday Bradford Mobile 2Driver 08:45 -13:59 week 4 Saturday Bradford Mobile 1Driver 18:00 - 22:59 week 3
Please note: our rota operates on a 4week rolling basis.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:Please see full Job description Why Join Local Care Direct?
You will be part of a supportive and friendly team, working for an organisation that values collaboration, flexibility and the difference you make every shift. This role offers the satisfaction of knowing your work directly helps people receive urgent care.
Please see job description for further information.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Role
We are currently seeking Part Time Drivers to join our dedicated team in Bradford, playing a vital role in ensuring patients receive safe, timely and compassionate care.
DBS level required: EnhancedWhat the Role Offers
This is a varied and rewarding role where no two shifts are the same. You will work as a key member of the urgent care team, building strong working relationships with clinicians and operational colleagues while contributing directly to high quality patient care in the community.
Pay Rates
Rates vary depending on the time of day worked:
- In Hours: £13.21 per hour Monday to Friday, 08.00-18.00
- Out of Hours: £14.21 per hour Monday to Friday, 18.00-08.00 and all day Saturday and Sunday
Base Location
Local Care Direct Base: Address
Shifts Available
- Sunday Bradford Mobile 2Driver 08:45 -13:59 week 4 Saturday Bradford Mobile 1Driver 18:00 - 22:59 week 3
Please note: our rota operates on a 4week rolling basis.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:Please see full Job description Why Join Local Care Direct?
You will be part of a supportive and friendly team, working for an organisation that values collaboration, flexibility and the difference you make every shift. This role offers the satisfaction of knowing your work directly helps people receive urgent care.
Please see job description for further information.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A full UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points
- Extensive experience driving in cities and on motorways, both day and night
- Strong planning, organisation and communication skills
- A customerfocused approach and the ability to work collaboratively with clinicians and colleagues.
Desirable
- Please see the full job description
Experience
Essential
- Please see the full job description
Desirable
- Please see the full job description
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please see the full job description
Desirable
- Please see the full job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A full UK driving licence with no more than 3 penalty points
- Extensive experience driving in cities and on motorways, both day and night
- Strong planning, organisation and communication skills
- A customerfocused approach and the ability to work collaboratively with clinicians and colleagues.
Desirable
- Please see the full job description
Experience
Essential
- Please see the full job description
Desirable
- Please see the full job description
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please see the full job description
Desirable
- Please see the full job description
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
Local Care Direct
Address
Westbourne Green Community Hospital
26 Heaton Road
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD8 8RA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.localcaredirect.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Local Care Direct
Address
Westbourne Green Community Hospital
26 Heaton Road
Bradford
West Yorkshire
BD8 8RA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.localcaredirect.org/ (Opens in a new tab)
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Applications Support Analyst
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 200-NN-8171802-A&C-Z
Job summary
We are looking to recruit one Band 6 - Applications Support Analysts. To join the Applications, Build and Support Team within the IDT Department at St George's Hospital.
The post holder will provide a high quality and professional 3rd line application support service to all applications/clinical system users within the Trust. Ensuring that all works are accurately logged and updated on the Service Desk system and that customers are kept informed of the progress of works. This will include assisting in the investigation of complex application and interfacing problems and provides appropriate solutions. The post holder will also provide specialist advice regarding applications and clinical systems to IDT and non-ICD problems are resolved in a timely manner.
The Trust is part of a Group arrangement with Epsom & St Helier Hospitals which has committed to the development of a new shared domain which will make it easier for patients to be treated and for clinicians to work collaboratively across south west London, Surrey and beyond. As this new shared EPR domain will be based on the current St George's domain, it is anticipated that this role will support that development at St Georges.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is also responsible for troubleshooting problems and challenges within the clinical information systems and applications. This may include clinical processes and/or software issues.
An applications support analyst works with a wide variety of groups within the hospital including medical and non-medical staff. They must be effective communicators and be able to liaise with users/managers to help identify issues and alleviate problems or concerns that they may have with the functionality within the system and be able to work with users/managers, third party suppliers and all other sections within IDT to ensure that these problems are resolved in a timely manner.
About us
The IDT department manages the Trust's IDT systems, infrastructure and IT support services enabling the electronic filing, printing and sharing of both clinical and non-clinical information. It also provides support to manage the systems and services which includes: helpdesk; IT training; break-fix; application development, acquisition and support for all the supported Trust IT services. The IDT department is also responsible for Information Governance.
We work to identify opportunities to streamline business processes and to enable data sharing and collaboration internally and externally by use, or replacement, of technology. In addition, IDT provides tools to enable business units to achieve their goals, resulting in improved quality of care to patients.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£47,951 to £56,863 a year per annum incl HCAS (Inner)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
200-NN-8171802-A&C-Z
Job locations
St George's University Hospitals
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder is a member of the Applications Build and Support Team and is responsible for the design, development and support of the Electronic Patient Record (EPR), having overall responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive EPR support service, which allows staff to use key systems proficiently and effectively, providing expert specialist advice.
- The post holder will be providing and receiving complex and sensitive routine information which requires tact and persuasive skills, or where there are barriers to understanding, or providing and receiving complex or sensitive information.
- The post holder will provide application and clinical system level technical support for end users and is responsible for developing excellent working relationships with key stakeholders both external and internal.
- The post holder will provide applications support and development of EPR including the day to day account management of the EPR account relevant to the specific Trust site.
- The post holder will have responsibility for ensuring that Change Control Procedures are followed, including the submission of Requests for Change (RFCs) to the Change Control Board, the execution of the technical change and the completion of documentation including keeping all paperwork up-to-date.
- The post holder will assist with and support others workstreams within IDT and be responsible for ensuring that systems are changed to meet new requirements and will require the post holder to explain technical issue to a wide range of Trust staff.
- The post holder will negotiate with multiple external stakeholders on the timing and implementation of system configuration Service Request updates and communicate these to the Trust.
- The post holder will be responsible for contributing towards the implementation of system enhancements and reporting progress to the Applications Build & Support Manager.
- The post holder will manage and action the resolution of incidents, problems and requests in own area in an efficient and professional manner, whilst conforming to Trust and departmental standards, service agreements, policies, procedures and working practices, seeking further advice and information from the Senior Technical Architects when necessary.
- The post holder will assess the escalation and monitoring of incidents and requests and liaise with external agencies and suppliers, ensuring that an accurate analysis of minimum data sets are submitted correctly and full communication of call progress is maintained in a timely manner.
- The post holder will assist in the maintenance of the applications and clinical systems and provide support and assistance during system outages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder is a member of the Applications Build and Support Team and is responsible for the design, development and support of the Electronic Patient Record (EPR), having overall responsibility for the provision of a comprehensive EPR support service, which allows staff to use key systems proficiently and effectively, providing expert specialist advice.
- The post holder will be providing and receiving complex and sensitive routine information which requires tact and persuasive skills, or where there are barriers to understanding, or providing and receiving complex or sensitive information.
- The post holder will provide application and clinical system level technical support for end users and is responsible for developing excellent working relationships with key stakeholders both external and internal.
- The post holder will provide applications support and development of EPR including the day to day account management of the EPR account relevant to the specific Trust site.
- The post holder will have responsibility for ensuring that Change Control Procedures are followed, including the submission of Requests for Change (RFCs) to the Change Control Board, the execution of the technical change and the completion of documentation including keeping all paperwork up-to-date.
- The post holder will assist with and support others workstreams within IDT and be responsible for ensuring that systems are changed to meet new requirements and will require the post holder to explain technical issue to a wide range of Trust staff.
- The post holder will negotiate with multiple external stakeholders on the timing and implementation of system configuration Service Request updates and communicate these to the Trust.
- The post holder will be responsible for contributing towards the implementation of system enhancements and reporting progress to the Applications Build & Support Manager.
- The post holder will manage and action the resolution of incidents, problems and requests in own area in an efficient and professional manner, whilst conforming to Trust and departmental standards, service agreements, policies, procedures and working practices, seeking further advice and information from the Senior Technical Architects when necessary.
- The post holder will assess the escalation and monitoring of incidents and requests and liaise with external agencies and suppliers, ensuring that an accurate analysis of minimum data sets are submitted correctly and full communication of call progress is maintained in a timely manner.
- The post holder will assist in the maintenance of the applications and clinical systems and provide support and assistance during system outages.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in the health service
- Experience in clinical systems and applications toolsets
- Cerner experience
Desirable
- Experience of system implementation and support in the NHS, , especially Acute sector
- Experience of system implementation/planning from a technical standpoint
Education
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent business experience
- Specialist knowledge of health IT systems or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuous personal development
Desirable
- Relevant IT qualification
Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of health IT systems or equivalent experience
- Solid understanding of Cerner Patient Administration System /patient based information systems and associated data collection processes
- Ability to plan tasks and activities, tracking progress and monitoring for change requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to analyse, assimilate, investigate and resolve complex queries where the outcome is not otherwise obvious or specified
- Proven ability to manage technical changes within a controlled environment
Desirable
- Change Management Knowledge and experience of large system deployments within a healthcare environment
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of working in the health service
- Experience in clinical systems and applications toolsets
- Cerner experience
Desirable
- Experience of system implementation and support in the NHS, , especially Acute sector
- Experience of system implementation/planning from a technical standpoint
Education
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent business experience
- Specialist knowledge of health IT systems or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuous personal development
Desirable
- Relevant IT qualification
Skills
Essential
- Specialist knowledge of health IT systems or equivalent experience
- Solid understanding of Cerner Patient Administration System /patient based information systems and associated data collection processes
- Ability to plan tasks and activities, tracking progress and monitoring for change requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proven ability to analyse, assimilate, investigate and resolve complex queries where the outcome is not otherwise obvious or specified
- Proven ability to manage technical changes within a controlled environment
Desirable
- Change Management Knowledge and experience of large system deployments within a healthcare environment
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St George's University Hospitals
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St George's University Hospitals
Blackshaw Road
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
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Test Analyst
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 200-NN-8315035-A&C-Z
Job summary
The ICT department manages the Trust's ICT systems, infrastructure and IT supportservices enabling the electronic filing, printing and sharing of both clinical and non-clinicalinformation. It also provides support to manage the systems and services which includes:
helpdesk; IT training; break-fix; application development, acquisition and support for all the supported Trust IT services. The ICT department is also responsible for Information Governance.
We work to identify opportunities to streamline business processes and to enable data sharing and collaboration internally and externally by use, or replacement, of technology. Inaddition, ICT should provide tools to enable business units to achieve their goals, resultingin improved quality of care to patients.
Please note that we are looking to deploy x2 Test Analysts to this role.
Main duties of the job
Act as a point of contact for staff from all parts of the organisation that need testing assistance or advice.
Work closely with change managers, operational managers and end-users to understand the workflow and expected functionality being developed.
Write comprehensive test scripts to fully verify the development system against product specifications and user expectations.
Interpret the often-complex testing output to identify defects and functional omissions.
Document defects so that the issue can be reliably replicated.
Report defects to suppliers/developers so that the issue is understood, and the expected solution is clear.
Ensure issues, especially those impacting patient safety, are escalated within the organisation.
About us
GESH has a vision to be a thriving hospital at the heart of an integrated healthcare system. One that delivers improved patient care at a community, hospital and specialist setting, supported by a unique and nationally recognised programme of research, education and employee engagement.
The IDT department manages the Trust's IDT systems, infrastructure and IT support services enabling the electronic filing, printing and sharing of both clinical and non-clinical information. It also provides support to manage the systems and services which includes: helpdesk; IT training; break-fix; application development, acquisition and support for all the supported Trust IT services. The IDT department is also responsible for Information Governance.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£38,488 to £46,852 a year per annum incl HCAS (Inner)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
200-NN-8315035-A&C-Z
Job locations
St Georges University Hospital NHS Trsust
Blackshaw Rd
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
*****Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role*****
Job description
Job responsibilities
*****Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role*****
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- ISTQB Certified Software Testing Qualification
Desirable
- St Georges Cerner in house training in PAS and Scheduling
- Demonstration of career development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in NHS or a healthcare company on healthcare systems.
- Experience of working with Cerner applications
- Experience in working in fast changing technology environment, with demonstrable experience of adapting to change and learning new technologies quickly.
Desirable
- Experience as testing analyst or systems administration or back-office support
- Experience of defect tracking and managing the tracking/resolution of the defects.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge in software engineering - experience of testing Cerner Applications, interface solutions or database infrastructure.
- Experience of extracting and verifying HL7 messages
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good understanding of various test methodologies and processes.
- Sound understanding of IT project lifecycle.
- Able to identify and raise issues and risks.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Millennium and/or RiO back-office tools
- Knowledge of the following software systems: o Lab and Rad systems o AutoHotKey (automation software) o HEAT (helpdesk software)
Communications
Essential
- Strong communications and relationship building skills
Desirable
- Good presentation techniques
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent attention to detail
- Effective team player
- Willing to work flexible hours especially around the time of upgrades and implementations
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
- ISTQB Certified Software Testing Qualification
Desirable
- St Georges Cerner in house training in PAS and Scheduling
- Demonstration of career development
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in NHS or a healthcare company on healthcare systems.
- Experience of working with Cerner applications
- Experience in working in fast changing technology environment, with demonstrable experience of adapting to change and learning new technologies quickly.
Desirable
- Experience as testing analyst or systems administration or back-office support
- Experience of defect tracking and managing the tracking/resolution of the defects.
- Highly developed specialist knowledge in software engineering - experience of testing Cerner Applications, interface solutions or database infrastructure.
- Experience of extracting and verifying HL7 messages
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Good understanding of various test methodologies and processes.
- Sound understanding of IT project lifecycle.
- Able to identify and raise issues and risks.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Millennium and/or RiO back-office tools
- Knowledge of the following software systems: o Lab and Rad systems o AutoHotKey (automation software) o HEAT (helpdesk software)
Communications
Essential
- Strong communications and relationship building skills
Desirable
- Good presentation techniques
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent attention to detail
- Effective team player
- Willing to work flexible hours especially around the time of upgrades and implementations
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
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
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges University Hospital NHS Trsust
Blackshaw Rd
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges University Hospital NHS Trsust
Blackshaw Rd
London
SW17 0QT
United Kingdom
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Senior Commercial & Procurement Manager for Estates & Facilities
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 389-26-8310095
Job summary
Closing Date: 16.10.26
Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 19.10.26
Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 26.10.26
The Senior Commercial & Procurement Manager for Estates & Facilities (SCPM) is a key role within the Trust's Corporate Procurement Service and will provide Estates & Facilities category expertise supporting the Senior Procurement team in ensuring compliance with the Procurement Legislation and Standing Financial Instructions, securing Value for Money and achieving financial savings through tendering, supply chain optimisation and supplier relationship management.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will create, implement and maintain an Estates and Facilities category strategy to ensure that cost-effective purchasing/ contracts work programme is developed and maintained to achieve key objectives, target savings and achieving value for money. This will include the direct provision and development of a cost-effective purchasing/ contracts work programme.
The post holder will support negotiations on contract extensions, variations and renewals andcontribute to the development of the Trust's corporate policies and strategies.
They will also support the management and resolution of contractual disputes.
About us
Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust:
- We value people
- We are one team
- We care
We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year PER ANNUM
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
389-26-8310095
Job locations
Procurement Office, Daisy Bank, Bradford Royal Infirmary
Duckworth Lane
Bradford
BD9 6RJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the job description including primary duties and areas of responsibility , please refer to the attached Job Description.
Full details of both the Essential and Desirable criteria needed for the role are contained in the attached Person Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For full details of the job description including primary duties and areas of responsibility , please refer to the attached Job Description.
Full details of both the Essential and Desirable criteria needed for the role are contained in the attached Person Specification.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In depth understanding of procurement in large complex organisations including the full supply chain aspects of demand management, sourcing and purchasing,
- Significant Experience of strategic sourcing, end to end tendering and contracting of complex procurement processes
- Significant Experience of interpreting and applying the Public Procurement Legislation.
- Experience of NHS Procurement with demonstrable achievements of high value and complex programmes
- Previous experience of staff management
- Experience in working in a health service environment
- In-depth experience of strategic procurement across categories such as the Estates and Facilities, Clinical, Non-Clinical, Capital and Data/Systems Categories
- Understanding Purchase 2 Pay (P2P) and invoice processes
- Extensive knowledge of developing specifications, drafting contracts, carrying out tender exercises and managing contracts post award
Desirable
- Experience of material management and delivery and distribution
- Experience of delivering procurement under the Estates and Facilities category including Works
Skills
Essential
- Able to us own initiative in dealing with complex issues, and the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines including multi-tasking.
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Project Management Experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages including, Excel, Word and Access
- Oracle Purchasing system / e-Procurement (e.g. Oracle), e-tendering (e.g. Atamis)
- Understand key and specialist elements of procurement / supply chain methodologies and associated UK and European law.
- Knowledge of the Health Sector and Public Sector Procurement, NHS procurement landscape
- Understanding of key finance concepts and models in the procurement and commercial contracting context
Desirable
- Medical product knowledge and understanding of the supply market dynamics
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline*
- Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Chain (CIPS) *
- Postgraduate Qualification: NVQ Level 7 *
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- In depth understanding of procurement in large complex organisations including the full supply chain aspects of demand management, sourcing and purchasing,
- Significant Experience of strategic sourcing, end to end tendering and contracting of complex procurement processes
- Significant Experience of interpreting and applying the Public Procurement Legislation.
- Experience of NHS Procurement with demonstrable achievements of high value and complex programmes
- Previous experience of staff management
- Experience in working in a health service environment
- In-depth experience of strategic procurement across categories such as the Estates and Facilities, Clinical, Non-Clinical, Capital and Data/Systems Categories
- Understanding Purchase 2 Pay (P2P) and invoice processes
- Extensive knowledge of developing specifications, drafting contracts, carrying out tender exercises and managing contracts post award
Desirable
- Experience of material management and delivery and distribution
- Experience of delivering procurement under the Estates and Facilities category including Works
Skills
Essential
- Able to us own initiative in dealing with complex issues, and the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines including multi-tasking.
- Flexible approach to work
Desirable
- Project Management Experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of Information Governance and Confidentiality
- Excellent knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages including, Excel, Word and Access
- Oracle Purchasing system / e-Procurement (e.g. Oracle), e-tendering (e.g. Atamis)
- Understand key and specialist elements of procurement / supply chain methodologies and associated UK and European law.
- Knowledge of the Health Sector and Public Sector Procurement, NHS procurement landscape
- Understanding of key finance concepts and models in the procurement and commercial contracting context
Desirable
- Medical product knowledge and understanding of the supply market dynamics
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level in a relevant discipline*
- Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply Chain (CIPS) *
- Postgraduate Qualification: NVQ Level 7 *
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
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Procurement Office, Daisy Bank, Bradford Royal Infirmary
Duckworth Lane
Bradford
BD9 6RJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Procurement Office, Daisy Bank, Bradford Royal Infirmary
Duckworth Lane
Bradford
BD9 6RJ
United Kingdom
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Specialist Learning Support Assistant - Medical Needs
Suffolk County Council View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: F0062-26-0000-25082
Job summary
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT SUFFOLK JOBS DIRECT - JOB NUMBER 25082 AND NOT VIA NHS JOBS
At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. As a Specialist Learning Support Assistant (Medical Needs) in our Inclusion Services, you'll see first-hand the impact of your work on children and young people with complex medical needs across Suffolk. By providing specialist support, youll help pupils access education, build confidence, and thrive in a safe and supportive environment by providing the medical interventions they require.
Reimagine the possibilities.
Main duties of the job
Your role and responsibilities
In this rewarding and varied role, youll work closely with children, families, schools, and healthcare professionals to support pupils with complex medical needs on a one-to-one basis. No two days are the same, but every day brings the opportunity to make a real difference.
Support children and young people aged 2 to 19 with complex medical needs to access education.
Deliver medical interventions in line with individual healthcare plans, such as administering medication, gastrostomy or naso-gastric feeding, oxygen therapy, and tracheostomy care (full training provided).
Assist with moving and handling, personal care, and meeting pupils daily hygiene, nutritional and developmental needs.
Maintain accurate records and contribute to quality assurance processes.
Build positive working relationships with families, schools, care coordinators, and other professionals.
Identify and escalate safeguarding or risk concerns appropriately.
About us
The team
Our Specialist Learning Support Service supports children and young people with complex medical needs to access education across Suffolk. Youll be part of a supportive and knowledgeable team, managed and trained by qualified childrens nurses (Care Coordinators).
Were proud of the care, expertise, and teamwork that underpin everything we do. Training is provided to help you develop specialist medical skills, and youll be supported to grow in confidence and capability within the role.
Community-based and flexible working are part of how we operate, supporting a healthy worklife balance wherever possible.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£29,542 a year Salary needs to be pro rata'd as part time
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working, Term time hours
Reference number
F0062-26-0000-25082
Job locations
8 Russell Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP1 2BX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE APPLY VIA SUFFOLK JOBS DIRECT JOB NUMBER 25082 AND NOT VIA NHS JOBS
Job title
Specialist Learning Support Assistant (Medical Needs)
Job Reference
25082
Grade and Salary
4 £29,542 per annum (pro rata)
This role includes performance related pay progression
Service
Health and Community Services (0-19), Public Health and Communities
Team
Inclusion Services
Location
Countywide Hybrid and community working
Hours per week
28 hours per week (term time only working)
Status
Post 1: Permanent
Post 2: Fixed term/Secondment to cover an absent post holder who is on secondment, expected to end 15 October 2027 subject to change
This role may offer the following flexible working options
Working part time hours (eg different hours/days to those advertised)
Job sharing
Working compressed hours (eg a nine-day fortnight)
Use of flexitime / time off in lieu
Hybrid working options, including some home working
Working adjusted core hours (eg starting later and finishing later or other patterns)
About us
As a modern and effective council, we understand the importance of being flexible and well-connected in the ways we work. We focus our ambitions on doing whats right for people, our partners and our communities - both now and for the future.
Thats why, as one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we believe in empowering everyone. Through career variety and collaborative working, accessible career paths and professional development.
The support and care we offer encourages and enables you to be the best you can be. To make a meaningful impact on the world around you. To achieve a unique sense of pride in what you do, why you do it and where. Reimagine the possibilities.
Main purpose of the job
The Specialist Learning Support Assistant supports pupils with complex medical needs to enable them to access education by providing the medical interventions the pupil requires.
Typical Responsibilities of a role at this level
Effective Practice
Work within the service guidelines, statutory guidance and legal frameworks.
Engage in individual and group supervision with managers and practice leads.
Reporting and Accurate Recording
To maintain up to date records and data using electronic devices and systems as directed and to provide reports as required.
To contribute to ensuring successful completion of Quality Assurance processes within team.
Information, Advice and Signposting
To provide information and signposting for children, young people and families to relevant universal and specialist services in the local area and beyond where appropriate.
Multi-Agency and Partnership Working
Actively build relationships and networks with other professional groups and services in the locality.
Managing Risk and Safeguarding
To identify risk and safeguarding concerns and escalate immediately where appropriate.
To undertake other tasks allocated manager or senior colleagues, in keeping with the responsibilities of the grade:
Work in accordance with the Councils statutory responsibilities, policies and service procedures and comply with equality and diversity policies, procedures and legislation.
Maintaining customer confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act and SCC guidance.
Participate in performance appraisal and consultation with team managers as required.
Participating in training and development opportunities, in order to improve personal knowledge, skills and effectiveness.
About the team
The Specialist Learning Support Service supports children and young people aged between 2 and 19 years old with complex medical needs to access education by providing medical interventions.
The service is managed, supervised, and trained by Care Coordinators who are qualified childrens nurses
The Specialist Learning Support Assistants support children and young people on a one-to-one basis providing medical interventions to enable them to access education
Relevant training will be provided to achieve expertise in the management of the medical needs of the pupil. This will be according to the child and young persons individual health care plan.
They work under the direction of a teacher in a whole class, group, or individual situation.
There will be a need to interpret information or situations and to solve them as per school and Suffolk County Council policies and to refer more complex medical issues to the Care Coordinators.
Specialist Learning Support Assistants, once trained, have a requirement to supervise others and may demonstrate tasks to new colleagues or give advice and guidance to them
What you will be expected to deliver in the role
Deliver medical interventions according to the child/young persons individual care plan as necessary. These may include gastrostomy feeding, naso-gastric feeding, administration of emergency and regular medication, oral suction, care of a tracheostomy tube, wound care, administration of oxygen, monitoring oxygen saturation levels.
Significant moving and handling of pupils per their needs using appropriate equipment as per individualised risk assessment and meeting their daily hygiene, nutritional, respiratory, and developmental needs in the school and community setting.
Share responsibility for emergency management of the pupil they are allocated to with the senior management team of the school in which they are working.
Liaise with therapy staff on a regular basis and regarding the individual therapy goals of that pupil.
Administer medication in line with individual school policy.
Liaise with teaching staff on a regular basis and regarding the Individual Education Plan.
Receive training and assist pupils with communication e.g. Makaton, switches, symbols, and/or communication aid programming.
Attend training in relevant medical competencies and mandatory training.
Supervise new team members and demonstrate tasks or give advice and guidance to others.
Day to day tasks may include:
Travelling with a child/young person from their home to school in order to provide any interventions required full training is given for this
Administering medication
Providing artificial feeding and/or other interventions such as oral suction or oxygen
Transferring non-mobile children and young people between different types of equipment such as seating
Although this list provides examples of what you will be doing its not intended to be exhaustive and you will have personal objectives linked to our People Plans and Strategies that will be discussed and agreed with your line manager when you start.
Person Profile what you will bring to the team
Qualifications and professional membership
Suitable practitioner level qualification at Level 3 or 2 years equivalent experience
in healthcare.
Evidence of continuing professional development
Values and personal qualities
Demonstrates personal values and behaviours aligned to our corporate WE ASPIRE values
Passionate about making a positive difference for Suffolk
Committed to listening to children and families and to working collaboratively with them to address concerns
Specialist knowledge skills and experience
Accurate and specific information recording and record keeping skills
Experience of solution focused approaches in practice
Relevant experience of working directly with children, young people and their families
Evidence of the ability and commitment to support and motivate children, young people and their families
Good organisational skills
The ability to work independently whilst being aware of when to seek further guidance
Demonstrate a willingness to undertake training as required to update knowledge and skills
Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and guidance as appropriate to role (desirable)
Knowledge of associated agencies and their working practices (desirable)
Experience of working alongside parents who may have mental health, learning or physical disability or sensory impairment (desirable)
Experience of working with a wide range of agencies and communities (desirable)
Additional requirements
The ability to work in a variety of locations and clients homes including rural areas
A DBS check will be undertaken for the successful candidate
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you dont meet all the criteria, please apply. Wed appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Travel requirements
Frequent Travel Essential - You will need to travel, so you must either hold a full, current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE APPLY VIA SUFFOLK JOBS DIRECT JOB NUMBER 25082 AND NOT VIA NHS JOBS
Job title
Specialist Learning Support Assistant (Medical Needs)
Job Reference
25082
Grade and Salary
4 £29,542 per annum (pro rata)
This role includes performance related pay progression
Service
Health and Community Services (0-19), Public Health and Communities
Team
Inclusion Services
Location
Countywide Hybrid and community working
Hours per week
28 hours per week (term time only working)
Status
Post 1: Permanent
Post 2: Fixed term/Secondment to cover an absent post holder who is on secondment, expected to end 15 October 2027 subject to change
This role may offer the following flexible working options
Working part time hours (eg different hours/days to those advertised)
Job sharing
Working compressed hours (eg a nine-day fortnight)
Use of flexitime / time off in lieu
Hybrid working options, including some home working
Working adjusted core hours (eg starting later and finishing later or other patterns)
About us
As a modern and effective council, we understand the importance of being flexible and well-connected in the ways we work. We focus our ambitions on doing whats right for people, our partners and our communities - both now and for the future.
Thats why, as one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we believe in empowering everyone. Through career variety and collaborative working, accessible career paths and professional development.
The support and care we offer encourages and enables you to be the best you can be. To make a meaningful impact on the world around you. To achieve a unique sense of pride in what you do, why you do it and where. Reimagine the possibilities.
Main purpose of the job
The Specialist Learning Support Assistant supports pupils with complex medical needs to enable them to access education by providing the medical interventions the pupil requires.
Typical Responsibilities of a role at this level
Effective Practice
Work within the service guidelines, statutory guidance and legal frameworks.
Engage in individual and group supervision with managers and practice leads.
Reporting and Accurate Recording
To maintain up to date records and data using electronic devices and systems as directed and to provide reports as required.
To contribute to ensuring successful completion of Quality Assurance processes within team.
Information, Advice and Signposting
To provide information and signposting for children, young people and families to relevant universal and specialist services in the local area and beyond where appropriate.
Multi-Agency and Partnership Working
Actively build relationships and networks with other professional groups and services in the locality.
Managing Risk and Safeguarding
To identify risk and safeguarding concerns and escalate immediately where appropriate.
To undertake other tasks allocated manager or senior colleagues, in keeping with the responsibilities of the grade:
Work in accordance with the Councils statutory responsibilities, policies and service procedures and comply with equality and diversity policies, procedures and legislation.
Maintaining customer confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act and SCC guidance.
Participate in performance appraisal and consultation with team managers as required.
Participating in training and development opportunities, in order to improve personal knowledge, skills and effectiveness.
About the team
The Specialist Learning Support Service supports children and young people aged between 2 and 19 years old with complex medical needs to access education by providing medical interventions.
The service is managed, supervised, and trained by Care Coordinators who are qualified childrens nurses
The Specialist Learning Support Assistants support children and young people on a one-to-one basis providing medical interventions to enable them to access education
Relevant training will be provided to achieve expertise in the management of the medical needs of the pupil. This will be according to the child and young persons individual health care plan.
They work under the direction of a teacher in a whole class, group, or individual situation.
There will be a need to interpret information or situations and to solve them as per school and Suffolk County Council policies and to refer more complex medical issues to the Care Coordinators.
Specialist Learning Support Assistants, once trained, have a requirement to supervise others and may demonstrate tasks to new colleagues or give advice and guidance to them
What you will be expected to deliver in the role
Deliver medical interventions according to the child/young persons individual care plan as necessary. These may include gastrostomy feeding, naso-gastric feeding, administration of emergency and regular medication, oral suction, care of a tracheostomy tube, wound care, administration of oxygen, monitoring oxygen saturation levels.
Significant moving and handling of pupils per their needs using appropriate equipment as per individualised risk assessment and meeting their daily hygiene, nutritional, respiratory, and developmental needs in the school and community setting.
Share responsibility for emergency management of the pupil they are allocated to with the senior management team of the school in which they are working.
Liaise with therapy staff on a regular basis and regarding the individual therapy goals of that pupil.
Administer medication in line with individual school policy.
Liaise with teaching staff on a regular basis and regarding the Individual Education Plan.
Receive training and assist pupils with communication e.g. Makaton, switches, symbols, and/or communication aid programming.
Attend training in relevant medical competencies and mandatory training.
Supervise new team members and demonstrate tasks or give advice and guidance to others.
Day to day tasks may include:
Travelling with a child/young person from their home to school in order to provide any interventions required full training is given for this
Administering medication
Providing artificial feeding and/or other interventions such as oral suction or oxygen
Transferring non-mobile children and young people between different types of equipment such as seating
Although this list provides examples of what you will be doing its not intended to be exhaustive and you will have personal objectives linked to our People Plans and Strategies that will be discussed and agreed with your line manager when you start.
Person Profile what you will bring to the team
Qualifications and professional membership
Suitable practitioner level qualification at Level 3 or 2 years equivalent experience
in healthcare.
Evidence of continuing professional development
Values and personal qualities
Demonstrates personal values and behaviours aligned to our corporate WE ASPIRE values
Passionate about making a positive difference for Suffolk
Committed to listening to children and families and to working collaboratively with them to address concerns
Specialist knowledge skills and experience
Accurate and specific information recording and record keeping skills
Experience of solution focused approaches in practice
Relevant experience of working directly with children, young people and their families
Evidence of the ability and commitment to support and motivate children, young people and their families
Good organisational skills
The ability to work independently whilst being aware of when to seek further guidance
Demonstrate a willingness to undertake training as required to update knowledge and skills
Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and guidance as appropriate to role (desirable)
Knowledge of associated agencies and their working practices (desirable)
Experience of working alongside parents who may have mental health, learning or physical disability or sensory impairment (desirable)
Experience of working with a wide range of agencies and communities (desirable)
Additional requirements
The ability to work in a variety of locations and clients homes including rural areas
A DBS check will be undertaken for the successful candidate
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role, even if you dont meet all the criteria, please apply. Wed appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
Travel requirements
Frequent Travel Essential - You will need to travel, so you must either hold a full, current driving licence and have access to personal transport or meet the mobility requirements of the role through other reasonable and suitable means.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- a suitable Level 3 qualification or at least 2 years equivalent experience in healthcare
- an awareness and understanding of medical conditions such as epilepsy.
- experience of working directly with children or young people and their families
- good organisational skills and the ability to keep clear and accurate records
- the confidence to work independently, while knowing when to seek guidance
- a willingness to undertake specialist and mandatory training
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- a suitable Level 3 qualification or at least 2 years equivalent experience in healthcare
- an awareness and understanding of medical conditions such as epilepsy.
- experience of working directly with children or young people and their families
- good organisational skills and the ability to keep clear and accurate records
- the confidence to work independently, while knowing when to seek guidance
- a willingness to undertake specialist and mandatory training
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
Suffolk County Council
Address
8 Russell Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP1 2BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Suffolk County Council
Address
8 Russell Road
Ipswich
Suffolk
IP1 2BX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Estates Building Officer
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 430-CORP25-274A-D
Job summary
Estates Building Officer
Department: Estates
Band 7 £49,387 - £56,515 Per annum
Hours 37.5 per week - permanent
Flexible working requests will be considered
We are seeking a motivated Estates Building Officer to join our Estates Team. This exciting opportunity plays a key role in maintaining, improving and developing a large and growing acute hospital estate.
This varied and rewarding role includes delivering estates minor works projects,managing our Grounds Maintenance and Decorating teams, supporting major capital developments, leading compliance programmes, and ensuring contractors work safely and effectively on site. You will be at the heart of maintaining a safe, efficient and compliant healthcare environment while contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient care.
As our hospital grows through ambitious programmes of investment and expansion, you will contribute to projects that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing and clinical service delivery. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience of Authorised Person responsibilities, in disciplines such as Working at Height, Confined Spaces, Medical Gas Pipeline Systems (MGPS) and other high-risk engineering systems.
For an informal discussion, please contact Paul Grayston, Head of Estates, via the Estates Administration Team on01908 995882
Interview dates 22 and 23 October 2026
We are unable to provide sponsorship for this role
Main duties of the job
We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute
"- NHS Survey, 2024'' They feel supported in their employers making reasonable adjustments to help them carry out their work, rating an 82.9%
You will plan, monitor and manage assigned projects, ensuring successful delivery to agreed timescales, budgets, quality standards and performance requirements. They will act as the Trust's Appointed/Responsible Person for asbestos, leading asbestos management, providing specialist advice, organising training for staff and contractors, managing survey and removal contractors, and maintaining the Trust's asbestos register on Micad. The role may also include responsibility for other specialist disciplines as required.
Working closely with Estates colleagues, you will support Building Management System (BMS) operations, lead investigations into mechanical and controls faults, and coordinate remedial and replacement works, acting as the key link between service users and contractors.
The role is responsible for maintaining high professional and technical standards while ensuring project delivery meets governance and accountability requirements. A key focus is supporting the Estates team with the delivery of Capital and Minor Works projects across the Trust, ensuring contract compliance, key performance indicators (KPI), and effective management of delegated capital, backlog maintenance and environmental improvement programmes.
About us
Milton Keynes University Hospital, in proud partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital committed to advancing patient care through cutting-edge research and education. With a "Good" rating from the CQC and significant investment underway, this is an exciting time to join our team and grow your career.
As a medium sized general hospital, we provide a full range of general medical and surgical services, including a busy Emergency Department, Maternity, and Paediatrics. As the population of our city and surrounding areas continues to grow rapidly, we are expanding and enhancing our facilities to meet rising demand and improve access to care for all our communities.
We are also proud to offer a growing portfolio of specialist services. In January 2025 we opened our state-of-the-art Radiotherapy Centre, bringing advanced cancer treatment closer to home. Our services also include neonatology, specialist surgical care, and a wide range of diagnostics, supported by the new Community Diagnostic Centre at Whitehouse Health Centre.
Further investment is underway, including the construction of Oak Wards - a new ward block featuring two 24-bed wards - and the recently approved Women and Children's Centre, set to open by 2030.
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Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
430-CORP25-274A-D
Job locations
Estates-Pay (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management of one or more Estates / Minor New works / Capital projects including refurbishments, redevelopments, and new builds in accordance with the Trusts project management processes and policies.Preparation of a detailed project plans to ensure successful completion ofeach stage of the project.
Financial Responsibility
To manage the delegated budget for Minor New Works
To manage the project budgets for assigned Capital Funded schemes.
Personal responsibilities
To indirectly line-manage the Estates Administrator assigned to operate the Minor New Works database, limited to the Minor New Works process.
To maintain effective channels of communication within the department between Management, staff and other hospital departments.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Management of one or more Estates / Minor New works / Capital projects including refurbishments, redevelopments, and new builds in accordance with the Trusts project management processes and policies.Preparation of a detailed project plans to ensure successful completion ofeach stage of the project.
Financial Responsibility
To manage the delegated budget for Minor New Works
To manage the project budgets for assigned Capital Funded schemes.
Personal responsibilities
To indirectly line-manage the Estates Administrator assigned to operate the Minor New Works database, limited to the Minor New Works process.
To maintain effective channels of communication within the department between Management, staff and other hospital departments.
Please refer to the job description for further details.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Degree in Building Services or equivalent acquired knowledge and experience
- Good experience of working within a large Estate
- Specialty in two estates fields to City & Guilds Accreditation for HTM, H&S, Fire, etc. (e.g. Asbestos, Working at Height, Confined Spaces, etc)
- Certificate in Management Studies or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Chartered Institute such as ACIBSE, CIHE or equivalent
- General knowledge of Facilities Services and building services at degree level.
Experience
Essential
- An in-depth knowledge of one specialist field within Estates Maintenance across a multi-disciplinary organisation.
- Good experience of managing technical staff, contractors and services.
Desirable
- Experience in the creation of tenders for capital improvement and upgrade projects
Skills
Essential
- To be able to multi-task and deal with complex situations of a technical nature across a broad spectrum of plant and equipment.
- Resilience to pressure, when achieving task deadlines under difficult or distressing situations of a complex and technical nature.
- To represent the Trust at external meetings and work groups.
- To empathise with staff, patient and visitor problems and seek acceptable solutions.
- To be able to utilize technical software tools in carrying out the role, e.g. MiCAD.
Personal and people development
Essential
- To maintain continued personal development (CPD)
- To attend C&G accredited HTM courses as required to fulfill the role including regular refresher courses.
- To assist other members of Estates with their CPD imparting specialist knowledge through training workshops and 1 to 1 training sessions.
Communication
Essential
- To be able to exchange specialist information across a broad spectrum of staff and outside 3rd party contractors and statutory agencies, specialists and non-specialist staff.
- To negotiate with suppliers and other agencies in the pursuance of the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications and knowledge
Essential
- Degree in Building Services or equivalent acquired knowledge and experience
- Good experience of working within a large Estate
- Specialty in two estates fields to City & Guilds Accreditation for HTM, H&S, Fire, etc. (e.g. Asbestos, Working at Height, Confined Spaces, etc)
- Certificate in Management Studies or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Chartered Institute such as ACIBSE, CIHE or equivalent
- General knowledge of Facilities Services and building services at degree level.
Experience
Essential
- An in-depth knowledge of one specialist field within Estates Maintenance across a multi-disciplinary organisation.
- Good experience of managing technical staff, contractors and services.
Desirable
- Experience in the creation of tenders for capital improvement and upgrade projects
Skills
Essential
- To be able to multi-task and deal with complex situations of a technical nature across a broad spectrum of plant and equipment.
- Resilience to pressure, when achieving task deadlines under difficult or distressing situations of a complex and technical nature.
- To represent the Trust at external meetings and work groups.
- To empathise with staff, patient and visitor problems and seek acceptable solutions.
- To be able to utilize technical software tools in carrying out the role, e.g. MiCAD.
Personal and people development
Essential
- To maintain continued personal development (CPD)
- To attend C&G accredited HTM courses as required to fulfill the role including regular refresher courses.
- To assist other members of Estates with their CPD imparting specialist knowledge through training workshops and 1 to 1 training sessions.
Communication
Essential
- To be able to exchange specialist information across a broad spectrum of staff and outside 3rd party contractors and statutory agencies, specialists and non-specialist staff.
- To negotiate with suppliers and other agencies in the pursuance of the role.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Estates-Pay (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
Employer's website
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Employer details
Employer name
Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Estates-Pay (Dept)
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
United Kingdom
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Senior Speech and Language Therapist
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 388-8099497-PC&S-A
Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated part time B6 Speech and Language Therapist .
The successful applicant will be responsible for the provision of specialist, evidence based SLT assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients with head and neck cancer in the hospital and within the area covered by Torbay and South Devon Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (TSDFT). The post holder will be required to travel to community hospitals, to see patients and liaise with colleagues as necessary.
This new post is a developmental post in the specialty area of Head and Neck Cancer. The post holder will develop their competencies within the specialty area working within the departmental competency framework, taking an active role in continuing professional development
Weekend working and home working may be required in order to provide a service model that meets future requirements.
This job involves no direct budgetary responsibility.
Main duties of the job
- To work as a core member of the head and neck cancer team in TSDFT.
- To work as an autonomous practitioner with a caseload of clients with head and neck cancer who may have complex communication needs, and/or eating and drinking difficulties (including laryngectomy) with access to supervision and training within the head and neck cancer team.
- To work as part of a wider multi-disciplinary team.
- To provide training and support to staff teams, carers, families and colleagues.
- To supervise and support more junior speech and language therapists, assistants and students.
About us
Why Work With Us
The Head and Neck Cancer Speech and Language Therapy Team are part of Torbay & South Devon Foundation Trust, an integrated care organisation, the first in the UK, serving rural and urban communities in South Devon.
We are a small but friendly and inclusive team of SLTs within Head and Neck Cancer, who work into a larger head and neck cancer MDT team.
We work across all settings including inpatients, outpatient clinics, community visits and virtually.
We offer excellent supervision and support by senior SLTs within T&SDFT as well as from MDT Clinical Specialists from across the team - ENT and Maxillofacial Surgeons/ Oncologists/ Clinical Nurse Specialist/ Dietitians/ Psychologists and Radiographers.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
Depending on experience Dependent on experience
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number
388-8099497-PC&S-A
Job locations
Torbay & South Devon HNS FT
Torbay Hospital. Lowes Bridge
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full detail of the role within the Job description and the personal specification attached
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full detail of the role within the Job description and the personal specification attached
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent.
- Full Registration with Health Professions Council
- Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Membership of relevant Special Interest Groups
Desirable
- Membership of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network (CEN) and/or CPD
- An interest in FEES/ VFSS
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Experience of working with complex conditions with an appropriate level of autonomy.
- Ability to demonstrate a range and depth of experience with mixed adult caseload and specific
- Experience of working at a foundation level in dysphagia for a minimum of 2 years, working towards completion of proficient level competencies
- Ability to work alone and as integral part of a team
- Experience of adapting communication mode to match the needs of the listener
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage own time and caseload
- Ability to cope under pressure, be proactive and take own initiative
Desirable
- Evidence of post-grad training in specialist short courses up to master's level or equivalent in specialist head and neck cancer clinical field
- Experience of supervising students, assistants and junior SLTs
- Completion of advance communication skills in cancer care.
- Motivated to participate in service development
- Motivated to support training or teaching other staff in an MDT or multi agency setting.
- Completion of advanced communication skills in cancer care
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Recognised Speech and Language Therapy Degree Qualification or equivalent.
- Full Registration with Health Professions Council
- Registered Member of Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists
- Membership of relevant Special Interest Groups
Desirable
- Membership of a relevant Clinical Excellence Network (CEN) and/or CPD
- An interest in FEES/ VFSS
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Experience of working with complex conditions with an appropriate level of autonomy.
- Ability to demonstrate a range and depth of experience with mixed adult caseload and specific
- Experience of working at a foundation level in dysphagia for a minimum of 2 years, working towards completion of proficient level competencies
- Ability to work alone and as integral part of a team
- Experience of adapting communication mode to match the needs of the listener
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage own time and caseload
- Ability to cope under pressure, be proactive and take own initiative
Desirable
- Evidence of post-grad training in specialist short courses up to master's level or equivalent in specialist head and neck cancer clinical field
- Experience of supervising students, assistants and junior SLTs
- Completion of advance communication skills in cancer care.
- Motivated to participate in service development
- Motivated to support training or teaching other staff in an MDT or multi agency setting.
- Completion of advanced communication skills in cancer care
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
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Torbay & South Devon HNS FT
Torbay Hospital. Lowes Bridge
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Torbay & South Devon HNS FT
Torbay Hospital. Lowes Bridge
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
United Kingdom
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Cross Sectional Radiographer YDH
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 12 day(s) ago
Reference: 184-OL-PU-5957
Job summary
Ready to take your radiography career up a gear? We're looking for dynamic, forward thinking Band 6 Radiographers to join our expanding cross sectional imaging team -- whether your passion is CT, MRI, or you're excited to develop across both.
This is an incredible time to join us. Alongside our busy acute service at Yeovil District Hospital, you'll also rotate through our brand new Bridgwater Community Diagnostic Centre, a purpose built hub packed with state of the art scanners, streamlined patient pathways and a genuinely innovative approach to care. It's a fantastic environment to grow your skills, broaden your experience and be part of something fresh and future focused.
You'll deliver high quality imaging, support junior colleagues, and help shape a service that's constantly evolving. In return, you'll work with a friendly, supportive team who value development, collaboration and great patient care. With opportunities to work flexibly, take part in extended hours and oncall, and contribute to imaging across Somerset, this role offers variety, progression and real impact.
If you're motivated, adaptable and excited by modern cross sectional imaging, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
Main duties of the job
Deliver high quality CT and/or MRI imaging, ensuring safe, efficient and patient centred examinations across both Yeovil District Hospital and the brand new Bridgwater Community Diagnostic Centre.
Rotate through our state of the art CDC, working with the latest scanners and streamlined pathways to support faster diagnosis and improved patient access.
Use advanced clinical skills to plan, perform and adapt a wide range of cross sectional imaging examinations, making real time decisions to optimise image quality.
Cannulate patients and administer contrast safely in line with PGDs and Trust protocols.
Prioritise and coordinate daily workflow, ensuring smooth patient throughput and effective use of scanner time.
Work autonomously within a supportive team, contributing to extended hours and oncall services as required.
Support and mentor junior radiographers, students and support staff, helping to build skills and confidence within the team.
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients, relatives and colleagues, ensuring excellent patient experience throughout the imaging pathway.
Contribute to service development through audit, quality improvement projects and the implementation of best practice.
About us
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:
- Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
- NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
- Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
- A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential
Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.
Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.
Details
Date posted
02 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
184-OL-PU-5957
Job locations
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see below the attached detailed job descriptions for both roles, CT radiographer and MRI radiographer.
There is no requirement to be experienced in both MRI or CT to apply but there would be an expectation that you would be willing to engage with training to become experienced in both.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see below the attached detailed job descriptions for both roles, CT radiographer and MRI radiographer.
There is no requirement to be experienced in both MRI or CT to apply but there would be an expectation that you would be willing to engage with training to become experienced in both.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc in radiography.
- HPC registered
Desirable
- Trained to undertake IV cannulation and administer contrast media.
- Post graduate qualification in CT or MRI scanning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience in CT or MRI scanning
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years post graduate experience.
- Experience of working in a busy imaging department, providing a full range of imaging.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please refer to the attached Job Description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- DCR or BSc in radiography.
- HPC registered
Desirable
- Trained to undertake IV cannulation and administer contrast media.
- Post graduate qualification in CT or MRI scanning
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working in the NHS
- Experience in CT or MRI scanning
Desirable
- Minimum 2 years post graduate experience.
- Experience of working in a busy imaging department, providing a full range of imaging.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- Please refer to the attached Job Description
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
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Employer details
Employer name
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Yeovil District Hospital
Higher Kingston
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 4AT
United Kingdom
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