Job summary

The Chair will provide strategic leadership to the Board of South West London Training Hub CIC, ensuring that the organisation is well governed, financially sustainable and focused on delivering its community interest objectives.

The Chair will create the conditions for effective Board leadership, constructive challenge and robust decision-making while maintaining productive relationships with the Operational Lead, Directors and system partners.

The role requires an individual who can balance strategic oversight with a sound understanding of operational delivery and workforce development within primary care. The Chair will support the organisation through a period of leadership transition, workforce transformation and increasing expectations around organisational resilience and financial sustainability.

Main duties of the job

• Lead the Board in setting and overseeing the strategic direction of South West London Training Hub CIC
• Ensure the Board operates effectively and in accordance with the Company's Articles of Association, statutory requirements and governance framework
• Ensure the Board focuses on strategy, governance, assurance, scrutiny and organisational sustainability, while enabling the operational leadership team to focus on implementation, management and delivery of the Training Hub's offer
• Support the organisation with next years re-procurement of Training Hubs by Heath Education England/NHS England
• Promote the highest standards of integrity, accountability, transparency and ethical conduct
• Foster an inclusive and effective Board culture that encourages constructive challenge, respectful debate and collective decision-making
• Ensure Directors understand and fulfil their statutory and fiduciary responsibilities
• Ensure actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest are appropriately identified, declared and managed
• Lead regular reviews of Board effectiveness and governance arrangements
• Support the recruitment, induction, appraisal and development of Board members

• Work with the Operational Lead and Directors to shape, develop and oversee delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives

About us

South West London Training Hub CIC is the strategic workforce development organisation serving the six boroughs of Croydon, Kingston, Merton, Richmond, Sutton and Wandsworth. The organisation works across a complex health and care system, bringing together Primary Care Networks (PCNs), GP practices, locality Training Hubs, NHS England, SWL Integrated Care Board, higher education institutions and wider health and care partners to support the development of a sustainable primary and community care workforce

The Training Hub plays a pivotal role in supporting workforce transformation across primary care, including education and training, workforce planning, recruitment and retention initiatives, leadership development, multidisciplinary team development and the introduction of new workforce models. Through collaboration with locality Training Hubs, the organisation provides strategic coordination, system leadership and support to ensure workforce development activity is aligned across SWL.

As a (CIC), SWL Training Hub CIC operates within a rapidly changing NHS environment characterised by evolving workforce priorities, financial pressures and changing commissioning arrangements. To remain effective and sustainable, the organisation must continue to strengthen its governance arrangements, diversify income streams, demonstrate impact and maintain strong partnership relationships across the health and care system.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Chair's Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Work with the Operational Lead and Directors to shape, develop and oversee delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives.
• Ensure the organisation remains responsive to emerging NHS workforce priorities and changes within primary care and neighbourhood health services.
• Support the development of innovative workforce solutions that respond to local and system-wide need.
• Promote continuous improvement and organisational learning.
• Ensure strategic decisions support the long-term sustainability and resilience of the organisation.

Financial Sustainability and Organisational Resilience:

• Provide Board leadership on financial sustainability and long-term organisational viability.
• Support the development of income diversification strategies and business development opportunities.
• Ensure effective oversight of financial performance, reserves, risk management and organisational performance.
• Promote assurance arrangements that support effective stewardship of public resources.
• Ensure strategic risks are identified, monitored and mitigated appropriately.
• Support organisational resilience planning and business continuity arrangements.

Executive Leadership, Succession and Transition:

• Establish and maintain an effective and constructive working relationship with the Operational Lead.
• Provide support, guidance and appropriate challenge to the executive leadership function.
• Lead the appraisal of the Operational Lead on behalf of the Board.
• Support succession planning and leadership development arrangements.
• Provide governance oversight during periods of executive transition and organisational change.

Partnership Working and External Representation:

• Act as an ambassador for the South West London Training Hub CIC.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with NHS England, South West London Integrated Care Board, Primary Care Networks, locality Training Hubs, education providers and other strategic partners.
• Promote collaboration and partnership working across organisational boundaries.
• Represent the organisation at relevant strategic meetings and forums.
• Champion the importance of workforce development and the contribution of Training Hubs to the wider health and care system.

Board Leadership and Governance:

• Lead the Board in setting and overseeing the strategic direction of South West London Training Hub CIC.
• Ensure the Board operates effectively and in accordance with the Company's Articles of Association, statutory requirements and governance framework.
• Ensure the Board focuses on strategy, governance, assurance, scrutiny and organisational sustainability, while enabling the operational leadership team to focus on implementation, management and delivery of the Training Hub's offer.
• Support the organisation with next years re-procurement of Training Hubs by Heath Education England/NHS England.
• Promote the highest standards of integrity, accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
• Foster an inclusive and effective Board culture that encourages constructive challenge, respectful debate and collective decision-making.
• Ensure Directors understand and fulfil their statutory and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Ensure actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest are appropriately identified, declared and managed.
• Lead regular reviews of Board effectiveness and governance arrangements.
• Support the recruitment, induction, appraisal and development of Board members.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• An understanding of primary care workforce development and the role of Training Hubs as well as the NHS, Integrated Care Systems and partnership working.
• Understanding of Directors' statutory and fiduciary duties.
• Knowledge of financial governance, assurance and risk management.
• Independence of judgement with accompanying sound judgement, integrity and personal resilience.
• Ability to identify, declare and appropriately manage conflicts of interest.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership capability.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong facilitation and meeting-management skills with the ability to support and challenge appropriately.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to balance strategic governance with operational delivery.

Desirable

• Experience within primary care or of working with Training Hubs, Primary Care Networks or Integrated Care Boards.
• Understanding of or experience of working within a Community Interest Company, social enterprise or not-for-profit organisation.
• Experience of developing commercial opportunities or diversified income streams.
• Knowledge of neighbourhood health models and workforce transformation programmes.
• Established professional networks across health, education or public service sectors.

Experience

Essential

• Governance and Leadership-
• Board-level leadership experience as a Chair, Non-Executive Director, Trustee or senior executive.
• Evidence of successfully chairing Boards, committees or senior governance forums.
• Experience of creating effective Board cultures that promote inclusion, accountability, constructive challenge and collective decision-making.
• Experience of managing constructive disagreement and achieving consensus amongst diverse stakeholders.
• Experience of leading organisations through periods of strategic change, transformation or growth.

Organisational Development

Essential

• Experience of supporting executive transition, succession planning and organisational resilience.
• Experience of overseeing organisational performance, assurance and risk management

Financial Sustainability

Essential

• Experience of overseeing financial sustainability within a complex organisation.
• Experience of managing risk associated with funding uncertainty, organisational change or shifting strategic priorities.
• Experience of supporting income diversification and long-term business sustainability.

Partnership and System Leadership

Essential

• Experience of partnership working across organisational boundaries.
• Experience of influencing senior stakeholders within health, education, public service or related sectors.
• Experience of operating within complex systems involving multiple organisations and competing priorities.

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).

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and compassionate Registered Nurses to join our expanding Cancer Day Unit at St Bartholomew's Hospital. Due to continued growth in our cancer services, we are looking to recruit Band 6 Junior Sister/Charge Nurse who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient-centred care and developing a career in cancer nursing. The successful candidate will care for patients receiving systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) and supportive treatments, working within a highly skilled multidisciplinary team.

Main duties of the job

You will provide high-quality nursing care to oncology and haemato-oncology patients receiving SACT treatment and supportive care within the Cancer Day Unit. Working under the guidance of experienced senior nurses, you will assess, plan, implement and evaluate care, monitor patients throughout treatment, and communicate effectively with patients, families and the wider multidisciplinary team. You will contribute to maintaining a safe clinical environment, support service improvements, participate in audit activities, and develop the specialist skills required for cancer nursing practice. As part of our growing team, you will be supported to develop knowledge.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view theattachment

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oRegistered Nurse (NMC)
• oDegree in Nursing or related subject
• oUKONS SACT Passport
• oEvidence of continuing professional development

Experience

Essential

• oSignificant post-registration oncology/haematology experience
• oExperience delivering SACT.
• oExperience coordinating patient pathways
• oExperience working within a multidisciplinary team
• oExperience supporting education and development of staff.

Knowledge

Essential

• oUnderstanding of current cancer treatment pathways
• oSACT administration and toxicity management
• oUKONS guidance and cancer care standards
• oResearch governance frameworks.

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).

Job summary

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

The Finance Assistant works in a small team dealing with general financial administrative duties in a timely fashion. The postholder will be numerate and enjoy working in a finance-focused environment. They will have strong computer skills, particularly in the use of excel and computerised account systems. Ideally the Finance Assistant will have worked within Primary Care or the NHS, although this is not essential.

Working hours

Flexible working hours to cover the full time equivalent of 1.5 cover, to be discussed at Interview stage.

Main duties of the job

The Finance Assistant is responsible for:

• The accurate and timely production of financial information
• Processing financial information as it arrives in the inbox / post and accurately responding.
• Paying invoices and ensuring they are accompanied by appropriate documentation
• Supporting supplier payments
• Day-to-day communication within the finance team and with the wider organisation.

About us

We are Affinity Care Primary Care Network covering a population of over 64,000 patients over 7 GP practices and 8 sites, all in the Bradford area. Our ethos is to provide patient focused care based on the model of GP-led family orientated general practice tailored to local population needs. Our practices are highly accredited training practices, level 3 research ready sites within an embedded ethos of our learning organisation.

We are a friendly enthusiastic and hard working team with opportunities for career progression and will provide support and development for anyone demonstrating capability, enthusiasm, commitment and strong work ethic.

Benefits include:

5 weeks annual leave (pro rata for part time hours)

Birthday Holiday (pro rata for part time hours)

Well-being day (pro rata for part time hours)

NHS pension

Access to Simply Health

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Monitor communication and information flow into the Finance department via post, email, telephone, or other channels and respond appropriately

Input sales and purchase invoices and credit notes into the system, ensuring correct financial coding is applied

Ensure that all relevant documentation related to payment of invoices is accurate and up to date before payment is processed, such as purchase orders and delivery notes, bank details and company addresses

Supporting supplier payments, ensuring they are processed within agreed terms. These payments can be significant in value, so the post holder must be accurate and experienced in handling high value payments, referring to the Finance Manager when necessary

Produce regular aged debtor and creditor reports

Credit control and debt management for all customers including producing customer statements and reconciliations, supporting the Finance team and working alongside the Finance Manager to resolve outstanding aged debtors

Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and respond to first line queries regarding financial issues

Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements to the purchase ledger, working to resolve any queries or differences that may arise within the roles delegated authority

Supporting with banking reconciliations

Day to day management of petty cash

Assisting and supporting the Finance Manager in a variety of tasks and procedures -especially at month and year end

Contribute as an effective team member within the Finance Services team, supporting the achievement of finance objectives, including the evaluation of processes

Provide support to the external and internal audit processes

Liaise between HR and the external payroll provider.

Provide accurate payroll data.

General office administrative duties such as filing bank statements, invoices and other documents.

Provide support to other members of the team as required

Develop strong, professional relationships with colleagues to help create a positive working environment

Promote an efficient and positive image of the organisation for all suppliers and customers

Comply with strict financial timetables, contributing to an efficient and effective financial accounting service

Undertake any other duties as agreed with the Finance Manager, in order to meet the needs of the organisation.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Ideally the postholder will have experience within both the finance field and or within Primary Care.

Qualifications

Essential

• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality An understanding of data protection legislation GCSE English Language, Grade C or above (or equivalent) Experience using medical systems General Practice or NHS experience

Desirable

• Experience Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
• Evidence of willingness to learn and develop Ability to multi-task Adaptable, innovative, forward looking Enthusiasm, with energy and drive Professional and smart appearance Willing to work flexible hours as necessary Able to travel if required

Job summary

Barts Heart Centre - Help us build one of Europe's largest cardiovascular centres

Cardiothoracic Surgery

Band 6 Senior Theatre Nurse Practitioner/Associate Team Leader

Cardiothoracic Theatres

The new Barts Heart Centre has brought together the services of some of the best cardiovascular experts in the country who will work together to create a single specialist centre for cardiovascular disease to cover all our local communities.

You will be joining us at an incredibly exciting time, as we realise a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to improve services for today's patients and future generations and create a world class cardiovascular service. This post is for our Cardiothoracic Theatres.

Main duties of the job

The development of a new centre has created vacancies for Band 6 senior cardiothoracic scrub practitioners. We are looking to recruit skilled and experienced individuals who are looking for a new challenge. They will be providing clinical leadership support across the cardiac surgical programme delivered in a new 10 theatre complex with cardiac, thoracic, Robotic and thorocoabdominal aneurysm surgery, complex electrophysiology cases and the nationally recognised Heart Attack Centre which services North and East London. There is the opportunity to develop leadership skills, mentorship and development of junior staff members and look towards opportunities for further academic studies. There is the opportunity to develop your leadership skills, spend time mentoring junior staff and reinforcement of safe practice within a large theatre setting.

We offer a wide range of development opportunities including extensive mandatory training, Band 6 development programme, the opportunity for further academic studies and attendance at external conferences and courses.

If you like the sound of this exciting opportunity we would like to hear from you.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience at band 5 Thoracic theatre scrub experience.
• Supervision on non-registered staff.
• Pre-registration and post basic students.
• Evidence and ability to mentor.
• Ability to manage the clinical area efficiently and effectively.
• Ability to convey sensitive information in an empathetic manner to patients, relatives/carers and staff.

Skills

Essential

• Good inter personal skills with the ability to communicate effectively using a variety of methods, both written and oral.
• Ability to plan, allocate and supervise the work of the team.
• Able to work in a fast changing challenging environment actively supporting and promoting planned change.
• Good understanding of current NHS issues and requirement for efficiency and effectiveness whilst maintaining quality.
• Evidence of competent clinical skills.
• Able to encourage/instruct all staff to use resources effectively and efficiently.

Desirable

• Able to work within set time frames, with good prioritising skills in meeting deadlines.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse.
• Recognised post graduate theatre course.
• Mentorship Course or equivelant.
• Evidence of Leadership course/training.

Desirable

• Evidence of continuing professional development/education
• Leadership course /completed programme.

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).

Job summary

Hello, my name is Erica Apps, and I am the Lead Nurse for the Pain Speciality at the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust.

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Band 3 Health Care Support Worker in our Specialist Pain Services. The Pain Service is a specialist team working with people with complex chronic pain.

This role is unique and will be an interesting career development for people at any point in their working lives. The role involves working evenings, nights and weekends to support the patients during their specialist pain rehabilitation.

You will be based in Bernard Ireland House (E2) at the RUH within this department we have accommodation for the patients accessing the specialist pain rehabilitation programmes.

We are a professional and supportive team. We understand the pressures that we all face, and we work together to provide outstanding care to all our patients.

If you are interested in this role and would like further information, I would be very happy to welcome you for an informal visit. You can meet the team and talk through the role in more detail and I will answer any questions you may have.

To arrange this please contact me either by telephone:01225 821996or by email:[email protected] this is something that you would like to do

Main duties of the job

Your responsibilities will include supporting our patients with personal care and activities of daily living whilst also maintaining running of the accommodation and clinic/therapy rooms.

You will be supporting patients and will be making a difference to their independence in the presence of pain and distress which is challenging for many of our patients on a day to day basis.

You will help provide emotional support to both our patients and the people that are close to them, assist in providing management behaviour techniques and deliver the best care possible to our patients who have significant pain and pain associated disabilities

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To deliver high quality care in line with the Pain Speciality ethos.

To assist patients with significant physical pain disability using manual handling techniques as required by Trust policy.

To deliver this care under the guidance of the Interdisciplinary team in the Pain Speciality.

To recognise and report to the clinical team any changes to patients behaviour/ condition

To maintain accurate records using the trust computer systems.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Able to understand and communicate in English both verbally and written
• Basic IT skills to access required systems e.g. electronic patient records

Desirable

• Previous experience of using with NHS computer systems.

Skills

Essential

• Experience of working within a team
• Experience of caring for patients with chronic pain

Desirable

• NHS experience

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).

Job summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Mental Health Nurse to join our Crisis Assessment and Intensive Support Team (CAIST) within the Suffolk Crisis Service. This is a dynamic and rewarding role supporting children and young people in acute mental health distress.

You will be responsible for assessing referrals, delivering direct care, and managing a caseload in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team. The role involves work in a fast-paced environment where your clinical expertise and decision-making will have a direct impact on service users and their families.

Main duties of the job

• Undertake direct assessments and deliver care plans for children and young people in crisis.

• Ensure the appropriateness of referrals and continuity of care across services.

• Work collaboratively with multi-agency partners including CAMHS, social care, and education.

• Provide supervision and support to junior staff and students.

• Maintain accurate mental health clustering and documentation across all stages of care.

• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives.

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be working within a community CAMHS Crisis team, ensuring the appropriateness of referrals, undertaking direct assessment and planning and delivering direct patient care with appropriate supervision, ensuring continuity of practice and working within a multi- disciplinary and multi-agency environment.

Managing a caseload and the provision of Mental Health Care services to people with mental health care needs.

Support and advising to other health care professionals. To support aspects of service development.

Provide an appropriate learning environment for relevant UEA students.

To be responsible for accurate mental health clustering of all patients on admission, discharge and at review.

To ensure all mental health clustering information is passed onto other Trust teams or services on transfer of patients.

To ensure the accuracy and quality of mental health clustering activity within the team.

**This post attracts a recruitment premium of £3,000 (pro-rata for part time roles). This is a one off payment with half paid on appointment and half paid after the completion of a satisfactory probation period (6 months). The premium is taxable. Please note that should you leave employment, or choose to move to an alternative post within the Trust that does not attract this recruitment premium, you will be required to reimburse all or some it, as follows: 100% of the value of the premium in the first 12 months; 50% of the value of the premium in the period 12 months to 2 years following appointment. Please note this recruitment premium is for external applicants only. Not applicable to newly qualified applicants **

**Previous Applicants Need Not Apply **

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse with the relevant professional registration
• Practice Supervisor / Practice Assessor training (in line with NMC Standards for Student Supervision and Assessment 2018)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Familiar with risk assessment and its management

Skills

Essential

• Able to demonstrate the ability to process, plan and delegate work

Desirable

• Able to time manage and reflect on clinical practice

Others

Essential

• Be able and willing to undertake further training / development specific to the role.

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).

Job summary

Are you a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse looking for a dynamic and rewarding role? Join our Surgical Assessment Unit (SAU), where no two days are the same and you'll have the opportunity to care for patients across a wide range of surgical specialties.

Our busy 16-bedded unit provides rapid assessment, treatment and ongoing care for patients requiring acute surgical intervention. We care for patients across General Surgery, Urology, ENT, Maxillofacial and Orthopaedic specialties, offering an excellent opportunity to develop a broad range of clinical skills and experience.

Alongside the ward, we operate a Surgical Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) service, enabling patients to receive timely assessment, investigation and treatment without the need for an overnight stay whenever appropriate. This fast-paced environment requires strong clinical skills, excellent teamwork and a commitment to delivering outstanding patient-centred care.

As part of our dedicated multidisciplinary team, you will assess, plan, deliver and evaluate high-quality care, supporting patients through often complex and challenging circumstances. You'll work closely with surgical teams and allied health professionals to ensure patients receive safe, effective and compassionate care throughout their journey.

Our unit offers an exciting opportunity for nurses who thrive in a busy setting, enjoy variety in their work and are passionate about providing the highest standards of care.

Main duties of the job

Acting as a Named Nurse, to maintain accountability for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of care within the framework of team nursing.-

To coordinate the patients' discharge arrangements in accordance with the RUH Discharge Policy.-

To promote a patient focused approach to care in collaboration with all relevant health professionals.

To educate patients and their carers as required where a need has been identified.

To provide information which enables patients to make choices about adopting a healthy lifestyle.

To complete patient documentation to Trust standard.

To maintain a safe ward/department environment.

To assist in establishing and monitoring protocols/care pathways.

To participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication.

To ensure patient confidentiality.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

essential

Essential

• NMC registration

desirable

Desirable

• 1 year experience on a surgical ward

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).

Job summary

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated, enthusiastic and forward-thinking Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist to join our dynamic team of 16 Consultants. This is a 10 PA locum appointment with a 1 in 12 resident on-call commitment, covering both Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

The successful candidate will also take on the important leadership role of Lead for Cancer Diagnostics and Urgent Suspected Cancer Pathways, helping to drive service improvement and ensure the delivery of high-quality, timely care for women across our region.

Our maternity service supports approximately 4,200 to 4,600 births each year and has achieved an 'Outstanding' CQC rating in the last two inspections, reflecting our commitment to delivering exceptional care for women, babies and families.

The Consultant-led maternity unit at the Royal United Hospital, BathTwo Midwifery-Led Units based in Frome and ChippenhamA Level 2 Neonatal Unit providing specialist neonatal careOur Gynaecology Services

The Gynaecology Department offers a comprehensive range of specialist services, including:

Ambulatory Gynaecology, including polypectomy, NovaSure and manual vacuum aspiration (MVA),Urogynaecology,Early Pregnancy Services,Gynaecological Oncology, supported by four specialist consultants,Endometriosis and Fibroid Services,Reproductive MedicinePaediatric and Adolescent Gynaecology (PAG)Menopause ServicesColposcopy

Main duties of the job

The job will be a combination of both Obstetrics and Gynaecology care, both elective and emergency work. The job plan has the potential to be tailored to the specialist interest of the successful candidates. The Consultants provides the out of hours and clinic gynaecological ultrasound service so having a good level of gynaecological and early pregnancy scanning skill is desired.

Our Obstetrics & Gynaecology department is nationally recognised for excellence in training. We recently received top accolades in all four categories of the Training Evaluation Form (TEF) survey in the medium-sized hospital category. Regionally, we are consistently ranked in the top three, and nationally within the top ten.

We strongly encourage involvement in research, quality improvement initiatives, and teaching, with active collaborations in place with the University of Bath, University of Exeter, and the Bath School of Postgraduate Medicine. Regular departmental meetings and teaching opportunities provide a stimulating academic environment for professional growth.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and role requirements for detailed information and an indicative job plan.

The job plan will be agreed with the Clinical Leads for Gynaecology & Obstetrics and Workforce prior to commencement of the post.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, demonstrates excellent clinical and leadership skills, and is committed to service development, teaching and multidisciplinary collaboration. The successful applicant will play a key role in shaping and enhancing services within a progressive and ambitious department.

The RUH is also at the forefront of minimally invasive surgery, with two surgical robots in daily clinical use, supporting the delivery of advanced gynaecological procedures.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a highly motivated, innovative and supportive department that is committed to delivering outstanding patient care. We provide comprehensive high-risk obstetric and gynaecology services and have a strong reputation for excellence, innovation and multidisciplinary working.

Join us and become part of a team dedicated to providing outstanding care while enjoying the benefits of working in the beautiful city of Bath and the surrounding South West region..

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MRCOG Postgraduate professional qualification.
• Entry on Specialist Register (or entry expected within 6 months of interview date),
• Advanced training modules

Desirable

• ATSM / SITM in: Gynae-onc or benign gynae surgical care
• Experience as a unit lead for Gynae-onc
• Colposcopy / Hysteroscopic skills

Clinical Experience

Essential

• Ability to work as an independent practitioner in Obstetrics and emergency gynaecology
• Evidence of experience in specialist field - gynae-oncology / cancer diagnostics
• Competent in gynaecological scanning

Desirable

• Ability to perform Obstetric Ultrasound - Growth Scans, Doppler, cervical length
• Robotic gynaecological experience

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).

Job summary

Research and clinical trials are a very important part of the National Health Service. Everyday clinical trials investigating medicines are being run across the country which are working towards new and improved treatments for patients.

The successful candidate will be a hard-working and professional individual who enjoys being part of research. The principal objective of this role is to provide leadership for the oncology & haematology clinical trials and effective oversight directing the safe and timely set up and maintenance of these clinical trials at the trust.

The post holder will build and expand the oncology & haematology clinical trials portfolio whilst ensuring compliance with International Conference on Harmonisation of Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP), clinical trials regulations, the research governance framework and other relevant guidelines and policies.

Main duties of the job

o To coordinate all pharmaceutical aspects of oncology and haematology clinical trials across the Trust, and to help ensure the provision of a quality pharmaceutical dispensing and aseptic service to patients of the Trust with regard to these trials.

oComply with specific guidance and regulations relating to clinical trials, for example International Conference on Harmonisation for Good Clinical Practice (ICH E6 R3), the Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) (Amendment) Regulations 2025, and other relevant guidelines, regulations and policies on Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) for Clinical Trials.

o Lead and direct the setting up oncology & haematology clinical trials of investigational medicinal products (CTIMPs) accurately following sponsor provided clinical trial documents and within sponsor and trust agreed timelines.

o Support and develop the Trust Research & Development portfolio.

o Be the delegated Lead Pharmacist for oncology & haematology and radiopharmacy clinical trials.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed job description, person specification and further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifcations & Training

Essential

• Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree or equivalent
• Registered as a pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year pre-registration training and minimum 3 years' experience

Desirable

• Member of Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain
• GCP trained

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Significant post qualification hospital pharmacy experience
• Demonstrate involvement in supporting clinical trials.
• Understanding of Clinical Trials legislation
• Relevant experience working in Oncology/Haematology field.

Desirable

• Experience working in a pharmacy clinical trials department
• Experience working in pharmacy aseptics unit
• Knowledge of current and future developments in cancer treatment.

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).

Job summary

A Lead Systems Engineer is typically the technical lead for multidisciplinary teams delivering and operating multiple components within a system.

We work on national, highly available distributed systems built and run by in house teams. These systems can differ in size, scale and purpose, but an example system would:

• Have a round-the-clock requirement to be available to a level of 99.9% or higher
• Have a national-scale impact on unavailability, and cope with the load associated with a daily transactional user-base of more than one hundred thousand people
• Adopt modern Cloud best-practices and open standards to support interoperability and re-usability
• Achieve high availability through operational simplicity.
• Provide flexible low-cost horizontal scale out to handle expected and unexpected variations in load.
• Handle the architectural trade-offs necessary to avoid logical bottlenecks
• Provide security controls appropriate for the storage of large volumes of sensitive data - hundreds of millions of records and documents.
• Have a direct clinical impact on patient care.

These national critical systems enable safe, reliable identification across health and care, supporting services used by hundreds of thousands of people every day.

We have an exciting opportunity to join multidisciplinary product teams in Products and Platforms across a range of national services.

Main duties of the job

As a Lead Systems Engineer, you will:

• Develop, build and operate national, highly available distributed systems within NHS England.
• Work within and contribute to NHS England engineering principles.
• Take technical ownership across the system space, including applications, environments, infrastructure and networks, pipelines, and operational tools.
• Collaborate with peers to solve engineering problems and raise engineering standards across the organisation. This is a significant part of the Lead Systems Engineer role, in the order of 25% of time.
• Drive engineering maturity within the team.
• Coach and mentor colleagues to support team development.

Candidates will need to demonstrate experience of the following

• Experience working on a complex application across all layers of the stack including application, infrastructure, CI/CD, testing, monitoring and alerting etc.
• Implementing quality-focused development practices and testing techniques
• Experience of taking a lead role, for example driving design decisions, managing stakeholders effectively, and providing technical leadership.
• Experience of driving and implementing improvements within a product or team.
• Working within a team to deliver software in a collaborative way, including coaching and mentoring colleagues to develop the team and contribute to a strong engineering culture.

About us

NHS England has a wide range of statutory functions, responsibilities and regulatory powers. These are focused on supporting the wider NHS to deliver high quality care, as well as doing those things that are best done once for the whole NHS.

Our staff bring expertise across clinical, operational, commissioning, technology, data science, cyber security, software engineering, education, and commercial specialisms -- enabling us to design and deliver high-quality NHS services.

In March 2025, the Government announced that NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care will increasingly merge functions, ultimately leading to NHS England being fully integrated into the department.

If you currently work within the NHS and if successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR).This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the process.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in our offices.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

We cannot offer visa sponsorship for any vacancies.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post of Lead Systems Engineer has been awarded a Recruitment and Retention Premia (RRP) in response to current labour market conditions. In recognition of this, the role attracts an additional monthly RRP payment equal to 20% per annum.

Please be aware that RRP is none contractual and subject to review.

On-call

Participation in a shared on-call rota may be required to support a 24/7/365 service, this rota covers evenings, weekends, and public holidays.

Security Clearance

Successful candidates may need to meet the requirements for Security Check (SC) clearance to access live systems and sensitive data.

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, and person specification in the attached Job Description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working on a complex application across all layers of the stack including application, infrastructure, CI/CD, testing, monitoring and alerting etc.
• Experience of taking a lead role, for example driving design decisions, managing stakeholders effectively, and providing technical leadership

Skills

Essential

• Implementing quality-focussed development practices and testing techniques

Experience

Essential

• Working within a team to deliver software in a collaborative way, including coaching and mentoring colleagues to develop the team and contribute to a strong engineering culture.

Job summary

Exciting Opportunity for Newly Qualified Nurses

Are you a compassionate, motivated nurse looking to broaden your career in a supportive and dynamic environment?

The Older Persons Assessment Unit is a 20-bedded front-door acute frailty assessment unit, providing rapid assessment and early intervention for older adults who present with acute or complex needs.In addition, OPAU has Same Day Emergency Care (SDEC) capacity, including 7 trolleys and 2 chair spaces, enabling us to manage patients promptly, avoid unnecessary admissions, and support effective patient flow across the hospital.

Our multidisciplinary team works collaboratively to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care that promotes independence, dignity, and safe, timely discharge planning.

This is an excellent environment to develop strong clinical skills, gain confidence in acute care, and build a solid foundation for a lifelong nursing career.

We welcome applications from:

• Individuals with a passion for frailty and high-quality older adult care

You should be caring, motivated, eager to learn, and committed to delivering excellent patient care.

Main duties of the job

To work according to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines as a named nurse or key worker (with facilitation) for a defined group of patients and take responsibility for:

The assessment of care and health education needs

The development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care including discharge planning for each patient.

To gain experience and skills in:

Clinical practice

Facilitation and teaching

Management (as appropriate)

To work in accordance with the RUH Nursing Strategy and contribute towards achieving its objectives and maintain effective communication and participate in clinical supervision as appropriate and to teach and act as a facilitator/mentor/preceptor/ role model to less experienced staff.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about the role.

Person Specification

Application form

Essential

• Registered Nurses with NMC Registration
• Demonstrates interest in patient flow
• Show awareness of the best practice

Desirable

• Demonstrate confidence in using electronic patient records
• Interest in developing career in elderly care
• Willingness to participate in service improvement

Desirable

Essential

• Ability to mentor or support students nurses or junior staff.

Desirable

• Experience in end-of-life care or advanced care planning

Interview

Essential

• Knowledge in age-related health conditions and their management, e.g. falls prevention; pressure ulcer prevention; polypharmacy)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrates compassionate; kindness and civility attitude

Desirable

• Previous experience in elderly care
• Completion of relevant clinical skills training
• Understanding of discharge planning in elderly care

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).

Job summary

Would you like to become an integral part of a busy Operating Theatre team while developing valuable skills within a role that offers excellent learning and career progression opportunities?

We are currently recruiting full-time Theatre Healthcare Support Workers to join our friendly and supportive team.

Benefits and Opportunities

• A wide range of rotational learning opportunities and training courses
• Support in achieving a positive work-life balance
• Enhanced pay rates for nights and weekends
• Competitive rates for additional work opportunities
• A unique new starter programme designed to support your transition into the department
• A tailored training package to meet your individual learning needs
• Dedicated mentors and supportive line managers to guide you throughout your development
• Career progression and apprenticeship opportunities

Why Join Us?

Operating Theatres offer a rewarding and dynamic environment where no two days are the same. You will work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, supporting patients throughout their surgical journey while developing your own knowledge, skills, and career.

Join us and become part of a team committed to delivering outstanding patient care while investing in your professional development.

Main duties of the job

Theatre Healthcare Assistant

The Theatre Healthcare Assistant is a valued member of our Operating Theatre team, providing essential support to Registered Theatre Practitioners within the department. Working under the supervision and guidance of a Senior Theatre Healthcare Support Worker or Registered Theatre Practitioner, you will undertake a wide range of activities that contribute to the safe and effective delivery of patient care within the theatre environment.

This role offers excellent opportunities for personal and professional development. Successful candidates will be supported to complete the Care Certificate and a range of in-house theatre competencies, enabling them to develop their skills and progress within the department.

Career progression is actively encouraged, and many of our Theatre Healthcare Support Workers have gone on to undertake training to become Registered Nurses or Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs).

Essential Criteria

Applicants must either:

• Hold a Level 3 Qualification and Credit Framework (QCF) qualification in a healthcare-related subject, such as an NVQ, BTEC, or equivalent qualification.

OR

• Be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of relevant healthcare experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and dynamic team, gain experience in a specialist clinical environment, and build a rewarding career within Operating Theatres.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff well-being, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial well-being. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good communication skills, able to communicate respectfully verbally and in writing.
• A Qualifications and Credit Framework (QCF) Level 3. This could be an NVQ, BTEC or equivalent international qualification in healthcare. Or You will be able to demonstrate the equivalent level of experience.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working as Healthcare Assistant

Experience

Essential

• experience of working in a team environment
• You will need to be able to use IT systems and databases

Desirable

• Experience of working in the Health and Social Care environment

Job summary

Are you looking to work within a friendly, dynamic team within the acute healthcare environment? Are you interested in supporting the rehabilitation of patients following admission to acute and respiratory wards to enable them to regain their mobility and independence? If so, then look no further...

Main duties of the job

For more detail about the main duties of this role, please see the job description section below. As a key member of the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will be joining an exceptional team working together to help our patients to stay healthy, when they need it most.

About us

Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford).

Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).

Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.

Its never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as youll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.

More detail about the role

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust as part of our inpatient rehabilitation team based on main Royal Devon & Exeter hospital site (Wonford). We have a substantive, full time position (37.5 hours/week) available within this welcoming, dynamic team. (Part-time hours will also be considered).

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has a passion for pursuing perfection across all areas of its services. We are a welcoming Trust, focussed on valuing a persons differences and encouraging them to grow and flourish in their role in healthcare and is set in one of the most beautiful areas of the UK.

This role involves providing a range of therapeutic interventions and treatments to patients and liaising with patients and family / carers in discharge planning and prevention of falls.

The post-holder will be expected to identify and support the physical limitations of a patients disability and their functional problems to support the therapy team to deliver early routine assessments and rehabilitation. There will be a requirement to develop strong links with the multidisciplinary teams working in the acute and community settings. The caseload will be patients who are recovering following admission to the acute medical and respiratory wards and are being assessed for discharge home or to their normal place of residence. There will be a strong Occupational Therapy focus within the role and an expectation to support both professions on a daily basis.

Members of the team will be expected to work across all areas or the Physiotherapy service as required and be available for the shifts across 7 days including weekends and bank holidays.

The role comes with the added benefit of being in a modern city with a wide range of leisure activities and entertainment facilities. Based within the heart of beautiful Devon and just off the M5, Exeter has a lot to offer, with a stunning coastline and picturesque moors within throwing distance of the city.

Working Pattern: Mon-Fri 08:15-16:30 with weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis.

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Dan Reeves - Clinical Lead Physiotherapist. [email protected]. 07557 489916

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.

Benefits

We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.

This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.

Looking after you is important to us.

We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.

Salary is not the only financial benefit

You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.

You will also have access to other benefits including:

National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.

Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter

Car lease schemes.

The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).

Cycle to work scheme

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Desirable

• See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description

Job summary

Transformation Manager (12 month fixed term/secondment opportunity)

Base: Tameside & Glossop ICFT - minimum 4 days/week. Working from home is an optional 1 day/week. Cross cover arrangements with Stockport Foundation Trust in place and at times travel to Stockport may be required.

This exciting and challenging opportunity would suit someone with a substantial and successful track record of delivering change across health services (acute and community) to drive forward a number of programmes of work linked to our strategic goals. We are looking for a well-rounded individual who has the resilience to manage change across a number of areas and run up to 4 programmes at any one time.

We are seeking someone with 'hands-on' experience of delivering process and behavioural change, with the excellent knowledge of change management within an acute provider, the integrated care agenda, and emerging best practice.

You should have a track record of successful implementation and delivery. You should be confident in engaging in discussion with the multi-disciplinary teams, clinical and non-clinical, including executive level.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will lead transformation projects & programmes from inception to conclusion, delivering real improvements in patient safety, patient experience, clinical effectiveness and productivity.

A key responsibility will be to drive transformation, improvement & innovation by challenging current practice and by working with teams to identify opportunities to improve quality whilst delivering greater productivity. The post holder will be required to use a number of recognised quality improvement approaches to deliver transformational change and improve outcomes for our population.

The post holder will encourage innovation and an appetite for change amongst staff, leading by example by constantly challenging current practice and identifying opportunities for change.

The role will support the operational teams in both acute and community settings, focusing on a whole system, integrated approach to patient care, whilst facilitating cultural and behavioural change.

The post holder will provide expert leadership and service re-design, and lead major change projects, delivering new models of care for our local population. You will support the health and care system in achieving its performance through driving the implementation of a range of improvement methodologies in line with the Trust's service/business objectives in order to promote sustainable change.

For further information, please see the job description and person specification.

About us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children.Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information about the job, please see the job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Education & Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree, masters level or equivalent diploma level or equivalent experience
• Change/Improvement/ project management qualifications or demonstratable knowledge and experience of methodologies.

Desirable

• Clinical Qualification.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of specialist continuous improvement and change management practices.
• Experience using QI methodologies and approaches.
• Knowledge of a range of recognised programme and project management methodologies and approaches.
• Track record and successful delivery of large-scale complex projects, organisational change and implementation of sustained improvement and realisation of benefits.
• Demonstrable evidence of previous experience of cultural and behavioral change management.
• Experience of managing complex stakeholder relationships, aligning different stakeholder priorities throughout an end-to-end transformation process.
• Experience of developing positive working relationships, collaboration and partnerships within and across organisations.
• Experience of facilitating learning, public speaking, delivering presentations, e.g. Trust / system wide meetings.
• Experience of the collation, analysis and interpretation of complex information or data.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a change management service improvement role at a senior level.
• Experience working within Secondary Care.
• Experience of facilitating and managing change within and across healthcare organisations / system wide.
• Experience of promoting and influencing change at senior clinical and operational leadership levels.

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to see beyond the immediate problem to identify root causes, critical issues and develop clear aims and outcomes.
• Confidence and knowledge of emerging best practice of continuous improvement and change management.
• Able to hold people to account to deliver objectives.
• Demonstration of a wide range of management, programme and/or project management skills to plan, manage and facilitate delivery of often complex projects and improvement.
• Develop concept ideas into innovative solutions, and put these into practice
• Planning and coordination of multiple complex transformation and improvement programmes.
• Ability to drive change, implement and support solutions to deliver sustainable improvement.
• Ability to interpret and distil complex data, both quantitative and qualitative, to inform improvement.
• Ability to develop and maintain strong governance processes throughout a project life cycle
• Excellent interpersonal, written, oral communication and decision making skills.
• Able to influence, motivate and persuade others, a credible leader of change.
• Able to build positive strategic relationships and work in partnership at all levels and collaboration to achieve shared aims.
• Influencing, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Resilient and able to balance competing priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility and a positive attitude to change.
• Demonstrate political, strategic and operational awareness

Behaviours

Essential

• Promote a positive image; retaining enthusiasm at all times to motivate staff involved change.
• Self-motivated and pro-active.

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).

Job summary

There is an exciting opportunity within Health Services Laboratories department of Haematology & Blood Transfusion located at the Royal Free Hospital, Hampstead Site, to recruit a night shift Specialist Biomedical Scientist for Diagnostic Haematology , coagulation & Blood Transfusion.

Applications are invited from committed, motivated and enthusiastic individuals who wish to extend their skills and be instrumental in moving the department into an exciting future.

Salaries are comparable with agenda for change pay scales dependent on experience.

Main duties of the job

The role will include night shift working in Haematology, coagulation and Blood Transfusion, following a period of induction during core hours. Some core training days will be scheduled throughout the year to ensure competency is maintained. If you would like to be involved in shaping the future of the pathology services at HSL and are HCPC Registered with an accredited Biomedical Science Degree with a minimum of 3 years post registration experience and have previously participated in a night shift rota, you are invited to apply.

Experience of working in a Haematology and Blood Transfusion Laboratory is essential. You will be part of a team responsible for the 24/7 running of the routine Haematology & Blood Transfusion section and have the opportunity to play an integral part in introducing new methodologies and technologies and providing a service of the highest standard to our service users.

You will be working 37.5 hrs per week with ashift pattern of 3 consecutive twelve-hour night shifts with 3/4 nights rest period before the next set of night shifts. The rest period between each set of night shifts will vary to accommodate the working hours.

The department has an excellent training programme to develop staff to realise their potential and career advancement. The post holder will have opportunities for further development, with responsibilities for quality and training dependent on experience

About us

At HSL we offer a variety of excellent staff benefits including:

Training and development opportunities supporting professional development

Annual salary review - salary and progression are aligned to our internal transparent pay structure (Progression Plus), supporting career development and structured annual salary reviews

Discounted gym membership we have a corporate gym membership scheme with Better Gyms

Cash healthcare plan cash back on a variety of healthcare costs including dentist and opticians

Sick Pay Entitlement one months full pay and one months half pay after probation

Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover

Life Assurance providing salary continuation for long term illness, six months qualifying period

Employee Assistance Programme supporting staff wellbeing

Season Ticket Loan Scheme interest free loan for the cost of annual travel ticket

Perkbox Access to additional staff perks and benefits such as high street discounts

Company Pension Scheme company and staff contributions which increase with service

Competitive annual leave allowance 29 days.

Flexible working hours we support and offer flexibility around shift patterns and working schedule

Job description

Job responsibilities

Overall Job Purpose:

To undertake haematological and blood transfusion investigations, rotating through all sections of the RRL as required to maintain knowledge and skill levels to work both independently and under the supervision of senior biomedical scientists to maintain a 24/7 service.

Main Duties:

To include, but not be restricted to, the following duties:

1. To contribute to providing a professional and technical laboratory service working effectively as a team member as part of the overall department.

2. To work independently performing routine analyses with support as required from senior Biomedical Scientists.

3. To support the 24/7 laboratory service, participating in shifts as allocated by the RRL Manager

4. Specialise in Haematology & Blood transfusion with the opportunity to train & provide a service in the Biochemistry section service delivery permitting.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities

1. To undertake routine maintenance of analysers and equipment, ensuring that Calibration, IQC and EQC are within acceptable limits. This forms part of the duties of completing all documentation required by CPA/UKAS and MHRA. To communicate any issue that may affect provision of the service to the Senior Biomedical Scientist.

2. To undertake basic troubleshooting in the event of equipment or assay failure. Escalating the failure to a senior member of staff as necessary, and maintaining incident documentation as required by the Standard Operating Procedures.

3. To ensure that adequate stocks of consumables and reagents are available to maintain an efficient service, informing Senior Biomedical Scientists when supplies need replenishing.

4. Performs investigations in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and Laboratory health and safety policies, to a high standard providing results in a timely fashion so as to comply with turn around times as stated in the Users Handbook.

5. To perform routine morphological assessments of routine blood smears and to be able to identify normal and abnormal blood cells and common blood-borne parasites.

1. To perform more complex investigations under the supervision of a Senior Biomedical Scientist.

2. To perform blood group and antibody screening and other routine tests within the Blood Transfusion laboratory, and to perform further secondary testing including Antibody Panel investigations and identification as necessary.

3. To be aware of all local and national guidelines and policies related to the provision of safe blood products to patients.

4. To provide compatible blood components for routine and emergency transfusion

5. To undertake technical and first level authorisation of results, ensuring that IQC is within accepted limits. To interpret and understand the implications of results at a basic level and to take appropriate action when these fall outside the expected ranges, communicating them to the requestor and referring the request to the Haematology Registrars or Consultant Haematologist where clinical input is required.

6. To receive and communicate information accurately and concisely to colleagues and service users as required.

7. To inform the Senior Biomedical Scientist or manager of any issues that may affect the provision of the service.

8. To assist in the development and implementation current and new techniques within the laboratory.

9. To assist in the validation of new equipment.

10. To assist in the review and development of current and new Standard Operating Procedures

11. To undertake and assist in Clinical and Scientific audits as required by the RRL manager

12. To develop and improve professional expertise and specialist skills.

Training and Education

1. To undertake relevant and necessary training to maintain and improve knowledge and skills as directed by the Head of Haematology and Transfusion Laboratories or Deputies.

2. To maintain own personal development and attend departmental meetings as required.

3. To maintain registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and participate in a recognised CPD scheme.

4. To take an active interest in and keep abreast of developments in the discipline.

5. To assist in the development of junior colleagues by assisting in the training of trainee BMS and MLA staff, and to undertake, complete, and sign off all competencies associated with these grades.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Some theoretical and practical knowledge in all disciplines of pathology relevant to its multidisciplinary nature.
• Previous experience in a relevant laboratory, and proficiency in techniques appropriate to the discipline

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with people at all levels
• Well presented and will abide by dress codes
• Demonstrate professionalism and a customer-focused attitude
• Calm under pressure
• Punctual and reliable
• Helpful, friendly and polite
• Flexible and adaptable
• Committed to the corporate quality objectives
• Commercially aware

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to work accurately, neatly and efficiently. Attention to detail is very important.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Basic Keyboard skills and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite. .
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to communicate efficiently with other members of the laboratory in English - both verbally and in writing.
• Use of laboratory equipment relevant to the specialty
• Demonstrate experience of working to a laboratory Quality Management System.

Qualifications

Essential

• IBMS-accredited Biological Sciences degree or equivalent qualification in pathology disciplines
• Current registration with The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
• Specialist Diploma or equivalent experience

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Able to communicate effectively with
• people at all levels
• Well presented and will abide by dress
• codes
• Demonstrate professionalism and a
• customer-focused attitude
• Calm under pressure
• Punctual and reliable
• Helpful, friendly and polite
• Flexible and adaptable
• Committed to the corporate quality
• objectives
• Commercially aware

Additional information

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).

Job summary

We are looking for a passionate and motivated individual to come and join our team of technologists and radiographers working in Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT at the Royal United Hospital NHS Trust in Bath.

We are proud to have been the first department in the UK to install a Veriton SPECT-CT gamma camera; which has advanced our protocols to include more and more SPECT-CT imaging over the past 5 years. We have recently moved into a new department in the Dyson Cancer centre in Bath, which included the installation of a new GE 870 gamma camera. We image with contrast CT for vulval sentinel node and parathyroid imaging and are looking to advance this further to other images.

We are also in the process of funding for a new PET CT camera and increased department size in the next few years.

We are looking to increase our capacity through PET CT by extending working days from 8am to 8pm. This will be discussed how your full time hours can be adjusted to suit this at least once a week.

Main duties of the job

We provide diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including non-imaging tests. The role includes; quality assurance of equipment, ordering of radiopharmaceuticals, dispensing from multi-dose vials and administration via injection, inhalation and ingestion. The majority of imaging of patients is with SPECT-CT and sometimes includes contrast CT. The role requires regular training and auditing of skills as well as involvement with updating of documentation. Safe use and handling of radioactive materials is important.

About us

Everyone matters at the RUH

We want to be an outstanding place for us to work in and our patients to be cared for in. By learning from and embracing diversity, we create stronger and more inclusive teams which helps us to provide better care to our patients as well as supporting the wellbeing of each other.

How we Work Together

As one team, we will live our values of everyone matters, working together to make a difference. This enables us to provide the best possible care for the people we work with, people we care for and people in our community. You can find out more about our values and vision here

Our policies and procedures

These guide us in how to keep patients, carers, visitors, colleagues as well as all our information safe. We embrace a culture of learning and curiosity with kindness and civility, free from blame to enable us to learn from incidents and continue to improve together.

Patient Experience

Ensuring our patients are cared for safely and have a positive experience is important to us. No matter our role at the RUH, we can all make a difference to improving patient and family experience.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified Nuclear Medicine Technologist or Radiographer

Desirable

• Registration with HCPC or Membership of RCT

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience working in Nuclear Medicine

Desirable

• Post qualification experience working with SPECT/CT or PET

Skills

Essential

• Proficient in the use of a range of IT systems (eg Microsoft suite, patient management software)
• Good comunicator
• Able to work in pressurised environment

Desirable

• Cannulation
• Contrast administration

Skills

Essential

• Dexterity to perform injections and use pipettes
• Manual handling examples
• Emotional resilience

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).

Job summary

Emergency Department Receptionist - Part Time 30 hours per week

This role is offered on a 6 month secondment or fixed term contract.

Are you looking for varied shift work in a fast-paced environment, with excellent learning opportunities and no two days the same? If so, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Receptionist to join our Emergency Department Reception Team. This is a busy, 24-hour service where you will play a vital role in supporting patients arriving via GP referral, ambulance, or self-presentation.

The Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including bank holidays. The role therefore requires flexibility to support a range of shift patterns across these service hours.

We are currently offering a part-time vacancy and provide a supportive and welcoming environment within an enthusiastic and committed team of receptionists and clinical staff. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills while working in a dynamic and rewarding setting.

Main duties of the job

• To provide an efficient and comprehensive administration and reception service, supporting the Emergency Departments clinical teams.
• To provide front of house services to patients and relatives in a professional and sensitive manner ensuring confidentiality at all times
• To deal with all Emergency Department telephone and email queries
• Book in and direct all patients who attend the Emergency Department, carrying out a basic triage of patients, taking into account the severity of the complaint, and ensure clinical staff are aware of their arrival as necessary.
• Provide empathy when dealing with highly sensitive areas, such as relations of very poorly or deceased patients, or with sensitive health conditions.
• To undertake any clerical duties as deemed necessary and reasonable, working autonomously and without direct supervision to prioritise and complete the workload, using established practices and procedures, seeking support if appropriate.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working in the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Must have understanding and knowledge of general office equipment i.e. computer, photocopier, scanner, telephone system
• Evidence of good literacy skills
• Evidence of good numeracy skills
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Customer Service or evidence of equivalent practical experience

Desirable

• ICT qualifications

Specific Skills

Essential

• Ability to handle several tasks at once with frequent interruptions and prioritise workload
• Evidence of ability to communicate with all levels of staff and members of the public
• An understanding of the meaning of confidentiality and the requirement for this to be maintained
• Ability to deal with the general stresses of working with difficult patients and the distressing circumstances that can arise

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Previous experience within a clerical environment
• Previous experience working with Patient Administration systems

Desirable

• Previous Emergency Department or Hospital receptionist experience

Job summary

We are looking for experienced, passionate and compassionate Staff Nurses to join our dynamic nursing teams across a variety of Older People's wards throughout the Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical skills and gain valuable experience working across different areas of Older People's Services. You will be supported to identify individual development goals, broaden your clinical experience and build the skills and confidence needed to progress your career and develop future leadership opportunities.

We are looking for nurses who have a genuine interest in caring for older people and who are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. You will work alongside experienced and supportive teams, with opportunities to develop your knowledge, leadership skills and professional practice.

If you are caring, enthusiastic and keen to develop your nursing career within Older People's Services, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

Work in accordance with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct and relevant professional guidelines, acting as a named nurse or key worker for a defined group of patients.

Take responsibility for:

• Assessing care and health education needs
• Developing, implementing, and evaluating individualised care plans, including discharge planning

Gain experience and develop skills in:

• Clinical practice
• Facilitation and teaching
• Management and leadership (as appropriate)

Contribute to the delivery of the RUH Nursing Strategy, supporting its objectives through effective communication and participation in clinical supervision.

Act as a mentor, preceptor, facilitator, and role model for less experienced staff, promoting learning and professional development within the team.

About us

At the RUH, people are at the heart of everything we do. We work together as one team to make a real difference - for our patients, for each other, and for our community. Whatever your role, your contribution matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to creating a compassionate, inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. Our growing staff networks celebrate success, amplify voices, and create opportunities to listen and learn. We champion kindness and civility, embrace diversity, and believe it makes us stronger.

Learning, development, and innovation run through everything we do. We'll support you to thrive and reach your full potential, with clear pathways for career progression.

Your wellbeing matters to us. Our holistic programme supports physical, emotional, spiritual, and financial health - and yes, we even have a pool!

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further details about this great opportunity.

Person Specification

Supporting information

Essential

• Registered Nurse with NMC Registration

Desirable

• Previous nursing experience in elderly care

Supporting Information and Interview

Essential

• Knowledge in age-related health conditions and their management, e.g. falls prevention; pressure ulcer prevention; polypharmacy)

Desirable

• Show the Trust values

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).

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Royal United Hospitals Bath as a Band 7 Specialist Critical Care Dietitian on a fixed-term maternity cover basis.

As the clinical lead for dietetics within Critical Care, you will provide expert nutritional assessment and management for critically ill patients, working as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team. You will manage a complex caseload, supporting patients throughout their critical care journey and ensuring nutrition interventions are evidence-based, individualised and focused on achieving the best possible outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to combine high quality clinical practice with leadership, education and service improvement. In addition to delivering specialist patient care, you will support the ongoing development of the Critical Care Dietetic Service, contribute to quality improvement and research activities, and provide leadership and line management support within the wider dietetic team. We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and adaptable dietitian who is passionate about critical care nutrition and is keen to make a meaningful contribution during this maternity leave cover period. Whether you are an established Band 7 or an experienced Band 6 looking for your next challenge, we would welcome your application.

Main duties of the job

You'll be joining a supportive and progressive Adult Therapies team with strong links across Critical Care, Nutrition Support and the wider MDT.

• Lead the delivery of the specialist dietetic service within Critical Care during a period of maternity leave cover.
• Manage a highly specialised caseload of critically ill patients requiring complex nutritional assessment, intervention and monitoring.
• Act as the expert nutrition practitioner within the Critical Care multidisciplinary team, attending ward rounds and contributing to complex clinical decision-making.
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised nutrition support plans, including oral, enteral and parenteral nutrition.
• Provide expert advice and support to patients, relatives and healthcare professionals on all aspects of nutritional management in Critical Care.
• Lead and contribute to audit, quality improvement, service evaluation and research activities that improve patient outcomes and service effectiveness.
• Support the development and implementation of clinical guidelines, pathways and standards to ensure services reflect current best practice.
• Provide education, supervision and mentorship to junior dietetic staff, students and members of the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Support service leadership activities, including workforce development, governance, performance monitoring and service improvement initiatives.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

This maternity cover offers an excellent opportunity to gain leadership experience, influence service development and develop your expertise within a specialist critical care environment.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Degree in dietetics
• Current HCPC registration
• Evidence of continuous professional development at master level.
• Further post-graduate study at master level or equivalent, such as PENG course or equivalent assessed learning.

Desirable

• Post-graduate qualification in Dietetics
• Member of the BDA

Knowledge and experience

Essential

• Up to date in current dietetic practice on critical care and post surgical patients
• Evidence of active participation in MDT working on ICU
• Evidence of dietetic practice in critical care, including oral, enteral and parenteral nutrition: assessment, regimen formulation and review, including bespoke TPN.
• Experience of working with highly complex patients.

Desirable

• Evidence of protocol / pathway development in dietetic practice.

Values

Essential

• Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental.
• Motivated to be genuinely kind and caring
• Willing to learn, open to change
• Pro-active and takes responsibility

Physical skills, mental and emotional effort

Essential

• Physical skills may involve protracted periods of standing and moving moderate non-patient loads.
• Emotional effort and key stressors include working in an area with potential for distressing and highly emotional interactions. Patients and families may be highly emotional or challenging while dealing with events

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).

Job summary

This is a great opportunity to join the Retail Catering Team at the Royal United Hospital, Bath working in Atrium and Oasis Coffee Shops as well as our main Lansdown Restaurant.

We provide our patients, staff and visitors with a place to relax and an opportunity to take a break. Our coffee shops provide Lavazza Barista Coffees, as well as other hot drinks, plus a wide range of sandwiches, cakes and pastries like many high street coffee shops.

Our Lansdown restaurant serves three meals each day, together with hot drinks, sandwiches, and snacks.

Our Retail Team are focused on providing great customer service and we are always looking to improve our offering, giving team members the ability to suggest developments to enable us to serve our patients, staff, and customers even better. The successful candidate will be very much involved in building on the services provided and supporting the team in this goal.

As part of the Retail Team, you will also be serving customers with food and drinks, taking customer payments, setting up or clearing down serving areas, clearing customer tables, and helping to maintain a clean, hygienic environment.

Main duties of the job

Working as part of the Retail Catering Team.

Providing great customer service in the retail catering outlets - Lansdown Restaurant, Atrium & Oasis Coffee Shops.

Preparing the outlets for service, serving food and beverages to customers, taking customer payments and helping to maintain a clean, hygienic environment.

To ensure the safety of the food services, completing food safety checks, and completing documentation for due diligence and assurance.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff well-being, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial well-being. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• Good general education to GCSE level.
• Willing and able to complete mandatory food hygiene training qualification.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a customer focused working environment.
• Values and respects others, treats everyone as an individual, is non-judgemental Motivated to be genuinely kind and caring Helps and co-operates with colleagues Pro-active and takes responsibility Willing to learn, open to change Motivated to make a difference in whatever way they can Takes pride in themselves, their appearance, their role and where they work.

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).

Job summary

Would you like to be a part of something amazing?

Do you want to work in the award winning purpose built Dyson Centre for neonatal care?

Would you like to work within a dynamic Gold ward accredited team who put Family integrated and developmental care, and safety at the centre of all we do? Well look no further!

We are very excited to be looking for a motivated Junior Sister/Charge Nurse to join our friendly team in Bath. We want an enthusiastic practitioner with excellent assessment and communication skills, eager to develop their clinical neonatal and leadership skills. Passionate about improving quality neonatal care and improving the experience of babies and their families. You will support staff to enable them to maintain high standards of clinical care and act as a role model.

We have a purpose built unit designed for our family's and team needs. Family integrated care is our core focus. We are a UNICEF Neonatal Baby Friendly fully accredited unit which we're immensely proud of. We pride ourselves in our open and encouraging culture, for a team approach to quality improvement.

We have an embedded Transitional Care pathway, and an established Outreach service. We are actively involved in the South West Neonatal Network. We have a team of AHPs including a Psychologist who all offer fantastic added support.

Main duties of the job

You will also have excellent management and communication skills and take charge of the unit. Able to demonstrate effective clinical skills of a high quality, looking after special, high dependency and Intensive care babies. Able to demonstrate professional expertise and knowledge acquired through post registration academic study and clinical, leadership and management development. Managerial responsibility and accountability in the absence of the Lead Nurse, for the Neonatal Unit for the twenty four hour care delivery and management of the ward/area of work, including the supervision of staff and students. Expected to maintain a visible presence in the ward/area of work and provide a clear focus for effective clinical leadership to the nursing team . In return you will be supported by our skilled senior nursing and medical team

Surrounded by vast green spaces the RUH is only a bus journey away from the main hustle and bustle of the City. Bath is exploding with cultural attractions and historical sights, a scene overflowing with places to eat and drink, with some of the finest independent shops in Britain.

There's plenty going on beyond the city, with stunning countryside to explore including the Cotswolds at less than an hour away, shopping Malls to visit in the City of Bristol and a trip over the Severn Bridge will take you straight into Wales.

About us

At the RUH we're proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Childrens Nurse, Adult Nurse or Midwife
• Post Registration training in speciality
• Teaching and assessing qualification eg FLAP or equivalent
• NLS

Desirable

• Evidence of recent continued professional development relevant to neonatal care

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working in a Level 2 or Level 3 Neonatal Unit with minimum 3 years experince
• Experience caring for babies requiring non-invasive ventilation and ventilation and higher dependency care

Desirable

• Management qualification/course
• Demonstrable experience managing clinical escalation and supporting complex decision-making
• Experience coordinating shifts and supporting safe staffing and skill mix

Quality, Safety & Governance

Essential

• Understanding of BAPM service and nursing workforce standards

Desirable

• Experience participating in audits, quality improvement projects, or service development
• Evidence of promoting patient safety, incident learning, and risk management

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).

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified BMS for the role of Expert Scientist Dissector. You will be a HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist, with extensive experience in Cellular Pathology with a membership or Fellowship with the IBMS. You will have completed or be working towards the IBMS Diploma of Expert Practice in Histological Dissection.

The role of an Expert Scientist dissector will predominantly be based within cutup, supporting the service, along side our Consultant Histopathologists and Specialist Trainees. Completing dissection of a range of Histopathology sub-specialties and achieving/maintaining competency in the dissection of category A, B and C specimens.

You will develop agreed protocols and policies and co-ordinate their implementation in the specimen reception and dissection area.

You will play a key role in service development for the dissection area, striving for and maintaining best practise. In liaison with the senior BMS team, the post holder will ensure a timely workflow and assist in maintaining high scientific and technical standards.

You will be active in the training of BMS team members learning dissection both at in-house level and DEP level.

To qualify for this role candidates must hold the DEP in dissection. However, candidates will also be considered if they are currently working towards this qualification.

Main duties of the job

• Overseeing the day to day workload and flow within dissection
• Achieve and maintain competency in the dissection of category A-C specimens.
• Completing daily dissection workload.
• Train and develop the competence of BMSs in handling and dissection of histological specimens categories A-C.
• Quality responsibility within dissection:- Writing and reviewing SOPs, RAs, carrying out audit and undertaking CAPA and DATIX where necessary
• Initiate

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC accredited Biomedical Science degree
• HCPC registration
• DEP in Histological Dissection

Desirable

• Leader and Management Qualification

Knowledge

Essential

• Microtomy, Embedding... etc
• Experience of training and/or mentoring
• Dissection of specimens category A-C

Desirable

• Computer Literacy
• Good understanding of the Q-Pulse Quality platform

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).

Job summary

Come and make a real difference by joining our dedicated nursing team on the Medlock Unit, based within the brand-new Dyson Cancer Centre at the RUH.We are looking for a kind, compassionate and motivated nurse to join our passionate, highly skilled multi-professional team. This role is ideal for someone with a genuine interest in developing or enhancing their competency in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapy (SACT).

Within the Medlock Unit, you will have the opportunity to broaden your skills and knowledge while supporting patients receiving SACT and other supportive treatments in an acute cancer setting. You will receive a tailored induction programme, including visits to adjacent areas within the department, followed by completion of the SACT Competency Passport within six months. We are committed to supporting your development within the ACCEND framework.

We are committed to supporting your ongoing development. Once established in post, you will be encouraged to shape your career direction, with a range of Cancer Care qualifications available to support both your professional progression and the evolving needs of the service.

As our service expands into the community, the role will also include supporting the SACT service at Frome Community Hospital when required. Staff will travel from the RUH to the satellite unit at Frome Medical Practice using a Trust fleet car, with travel time paid to support fairness and work-life balance.

Main duties of the job

As a team, we strive to be compassionate, supportive, personal and open, with patient and family experience at the heart of everything we do. Alongside strong clinical and technical skills, we are looking for someone who understands the unique needs of people undergoing cancer treatment and who can provide sensitive, holistic support to both patients and their families throughout their journey. In this role, you will play a key part in ensuring that every patient receives high-quality, person-centred care that positively shapes their cancer experience.

We warmly encourage informal visits.

To be considered for this position, you must hold a valid UK NMC registration.

About us

At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.

We are proud to be in thetop 20 best hospitals to work for in the country.

We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.

A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.

We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool!

We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Person Specification

NMC Registration

Essential

• 6-12 months post registration experience in acute setting

Desirable

• Experience of working in busy and dynamic clinical environment

IV/Cannulation/CVAD skills

Essential

• 6-12 months post registration experience in acute setting

Desirable

• Exposure to techniques in previous role-completed CVAD course

Continuing Professional development

Essential

• Willingness to undertake relevant SACT training and competencies

Desirable

• SACT Experience

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).

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced registered nurse or nurses to join the current small team of colorectal cancer nurse specialists. we are looking for enthusiastic, dedicated and compassionate individuals who are looking to develop their skills cancer nurse specialists. we are happy to consider full time or job sharing opportunities.

The band 6 oncology colorectal cancer nurse specialist will work in collaboration with the wider Colorectal Multidisciplinary Team, providing clinical expertise and assessment of care and health needs of patients with colorectal cancer conditions, and their families. Day to day, they will work alongside the B7 oncology colorectal cancer nurse specialist acting as key worker to patients receiving treatment for a colorectal cancer. The majority of the patients will have metastatic disease. They will work to co-ordinate care and provide easy access to treatment and on-going support for this group of patients.

They will be assisting with the efficient day to day operational management and service delivery of the Colorectal Oncology Service in partnership with the MDT consisting of Consultants, AHP's, support workers and pharmacists. They will have close liaison and communication with colorectal cancer nurses working in the surgical division, ensuring a seamless and integrated approach across the colorectal cancer pathway.

Main duties of the job

• To act as a key worker; delivering evidence based, personalised care through holistic assessment, care planning and evaluation of care through the running of nurse-led clinics for patients from diagnosis, through treatment and follow up. This might be via a clinic, inpatient or remote follow up setting.
• To work at an enhanced level to plan and provide clinical care and psychological support to patients with a cancer diagnosis who have complex needs.
• To use holistic assessment to deliver and maintain high standards of care within a multi-disciplinary team. (MDT)
• To provide holistic care for patients at all stages of their cancer pathway, delivering a high standard of person-centred care, supporting a culture of supported self-management.
• To provide specialised advice to patients and their carers in relation to a cancer diagnosis and its treatment.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The band 6 oncology colorectal cancer nurse specialist will work in collaboration with the wider Colorectal Multidisciplinary Team, providing clinicalexpertise and assessment of care and health needs of patients with colorectal cancer conditions, and their families. Day to day, they will work alongside the B7 oncology colorectal cancer nurse specialist acting as keyworkerto patients receiving treatment fora colorectalcancer.

The majority of the patients will have metastatic disease. They will work to co-ordinate care and provide easy access to treatment and on-going support for this group of patients. They will be assisting with the efficient day to day operational management and service delivery of the Colorectal Oncology Service in partnership with the MDT consisting of Consultants, AHPs, support workers and pharmacists. They will have close liaison and communication with colorectal cancer nurses working in the surgical division, ensuring a seamless and integrated approach across the colorectal cancer pathway.

Please see full job description for further details.

Person Specification

application form and interview

Essential

• Registered adult nurse with significant, relevant experience

Desirable

• Post registration training in relevant speciality

Job specification

Essential

• evidence of multiprofessional /multidisciplinary working

Desirable

• Experience of working as a B6Experience of working as a B6

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).

Job summary

Are you ready to make a real difference every day? Apply now to join our Cleaning Team at the Royal United Hospitals Bath.

This is more than just a cleaning role - it's an opportunity to be part of a team that plays a vital role in patient care and safety.

Cleaning is essential to maintaining a safe, welcoming, and infection-free environment for our patients, staff, and visitors. Our Cleaners are highly valued members of the hospital community, making a visible and meaningful impact across wards, departments, and public spaces.

What we're looking for:We are inviting applications from people who are:

• Flexible and reliable
• Good communicators
• Detail-oriented
• Able to work independently and as part of a team

Shift options to suit your lifestyle:

We offer a variety of shift lengths ranging from 3 to 7.5 hours, making it easy to fit around your lifestyle and we have the following shift patterns:

• Afternoon shifts: 11:30am -7:30pm or 2pm -10pm
• Weekend shifts between: 7am - 10pm

What you can expect when you join us:

• A supportive team environment
• A designated area of work, so you can build strong relationships with the staff in your assigned ward or department
• Opportunities for development and progression
• A role that truly makes a difference

Full training will be provided. For more information or to discuss the role, please contact the hiring manager using the contact details below.

Main duties of the job

Maintain standards set out in the National Standards for Healthcare Cleanliness and improving compliance with the patient led assessments of the care environment.

To work on your own initiative with the support and guidance of the Cleaning Supervisor.

About us

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person-centred care we're proud of.

We're committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing - and yes, we even have a pool!

Discover what it's like to live and work in Bath, explore our RUH staff benefits, and learn how we're building healthcare for the future through the Dyson Cancer Centre and our commitment to research.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Please note this role is not eligible for visa sponsership.

Person Specification

Past Experience

Essential

• 2 years experience in care sector or Facilities or NHS

Desirable

• 1 year supervision experience in care

Qualifications

Essential

• Any Service Sector Qualification

Desirable

• Any Service Sector Qualification

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).