Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist to join our Sussex CAMHS Services as the Professional Lead. This is an influential role that will be responsible for providing clinical and professional leadership within West Sussex CAMHS with some time dedicated to supporting with leadership more widely across Sussex CAMHS.

The Trust operates a model of care delivery which is led through joint operational and clinical decision making. This post will join other professional leads in ensuring quality of service delivery and support and growth of our workforce.

This role is right for you if you are motivated at the prospect of:

• Having the ability to influence the quality of care and wellbeing through a strong professional lead network.
• Raising the profile of Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists and supporting their growth and development.
• Wanting to ensure that the child's voice is at the centre of care delivery decisions.

The role is split into 50% clinical direct and indirect work and 50% leadership work.

Main duties of the job

Responsibility for Clinical Supervision of Child and Adolescent Psychotherapists and Professional Leadership of Psychological Professionals; supported Senior Psychological Profession colleagues across the service.

Overseeing the Psychological Professions workplan including increasing access to psychological therapies, enhancing outcomes for Young People and their Families, supporting inclusive and diverse practice, and staff well-being.

Promote clinical innovation and continual development of Psychotherapy practice, based upon evidence and relevant research.

Ensure excellence in clinical practice and service delivery is based on NICE guidelines, documents and guidance.

Ensure Psychological Professionals have mechanisms that enable compliance with Professional standards, ethics and regulation requirements.

Support/advise managers in developing supervision and act as a point of contact and resource on all professionally related issues.

Provide and deliver specialist advice and interventions for young people with complex needs, and their families, working closely with Managers to deliver a person-centred service, providing expert advice to patients, carers and staff.

This role includes Co-Chairing the Trust's Psychodynamic Network alongside an Adult Psychotherapist.

You will need a recognised Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy registration and ideally a supervisory qualification, some leadership experience and experience of clinical practice in a CAMHS setting.

About us

This is a great opportunity to join our friendly and dedicated North West Sussex Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) Team.

At Sussex Partnership we provide mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex. You will make a real difference to improve the lives of children and adolescents, working with colleagues to provide a full range of outpatient and inpatient services and helping to manage transition between these and other services through outreach services.

We'd love you to join our Trust, an organisation rated 'Good' by the CQC and 'Outstanding' for caring, with a strong commitment to innovation, research, and continuous improvement.

We are committed to providing opportunities for flexible working. If you would like to work differently or different hours to as advertised, please get in touch to discuss this in more detail.

If you haven't considered living or working in West Sussex before, here are some quick highlights:

• Travel easily from coast to countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns, within minutes.
• Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London which are easily reached by local buses and mainline trains.
• Access renowned cycle routes and scenic walks like the South Downs Way in the national park.
• Explore miles of coastline, including West Wittering beach and Selsey.
• Gatwick and Heathrow airports are both under 90 minutes away for convenient travel.

Job summary

We are excited to announce a full time, Band 7, position for a qualified Mental Health Nurse who has a passion for nursing governance, quality and standards, nursing education, to work in collaboration with the Matron.

The Professional Nurse Educator (PNE) will be working in inpatients Dementia Unit and offering support/advice to the Community DOPMHS in collaboration with Matron and Head of Nursing

Main duties of the job

The overarching aim of the PNE is to facilitate in a supernumerary capacity, supporting the clinical, professional, and educational development of mental health nursing workforce colleagues (including but not limited to registered nurses, learners on nursing apprenticeships, internationally educated nurses, student nurses and healthcare support workers). On occasions there may be a need to travel further afield; in discussion with their line manager and Head of Nursing ( Community) as part of their individual training requirements for the role.

The PNE will be responsible for the development, delivery, and evaluation of a programme of clinically relevant practice education to support the professional development of the mental health nursing in the Dementia Inpatient Unit, with a specific focus on enabling the delivery of high-quality patient/person centred care that is grounded in evidence-based practice and underpinned by national, organisational and trust objectives, guidelines, and policies.

The PNE will provide expert knowledge and clinical leadership to the clinical team, facilitating the application of theory to practice within a designated clinical setting.

The PNE will ensure sufficient high-quality placements to enable safe, effective, compassionate care to be delivered by all learners and staff.

About us

The successful candidate will work with the Senior Nursing Leadership in the West Sussex Division and NRED to understand the wider strategic educational picture but be based 100% of the time in practice.

Clinical placements are a vital part of the learning experience for students and trainees and providing high quality placements not only contributes to the development of individuals but also to the Trusts learning and teaching culture. The role will be challenging and rewarding in order to develop and deliver high quality education and training in practice.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated and skilled Registered Mental Health Nurse to join the Community Rehabilitation Service (CRS) on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity leave cover.

The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team providing assessment, care coordination, treatment and recovery-focused interventions to adults with complex and enduring mental health needs, relating to psychosis. The role involves managing a caseload of patients, undertaking comprehensive assessments, developing and reviewing care plans, managing risk, and working collaboratively with carers, primary care services and partner agencies.

The postholder will contribute to maintaining high standards of patient care, promoting recovery and independence, and ensuring the safe and effective delivery of community mental health services. They will play a key role in supporting continuity of care and maintaining clinical capacity within CRS during the substantive postholder's period of maternity leave.

This post is offered as a fixed-term contract for maternity leave cover.

Main duties of the job

The postholder will work within CRS as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality, recovery-focused care to adults with complex and enduring mental health needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing and coordinating a defined caseload of patients.
• Undertaking comprehensive mental health assessments and ongoing reviews.
• Developing, implementing and evaluating person-centred care and treatment plans.
• Assessing and managing risk, ensuring timely intervention and escalation where required.
• Providing evidence-based clinical interventions and support to promote recovery, independence and social inclusion.
• Working collaboratively with patients, carers, families and partner agencies to ensure coordinated care delivery.
• Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, clinical reviews and case formulation discussions.
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with Trust policies and professional standards.
• Contributing to safeguarding processes and promoting the welfare and safety of vulnerable adults.
• Supporting the delivery of NHS and Trust priorities through effective caseload management and service delivery.
• Providing leadership, supervision and support to junior staff and students where appropriate.
• Participating in service development and quality improvement initiatives.

About us

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability and neurodevelopmental services across Sussex, working to improve the lives of the people we serve through high-quality, compassionate care.

CRS is a specialist community service supporting adults with complex and enduring mental health needs to maximise their independence, recovery and quality of life. We work collaboratively with patients, carers and partner agencies to deliver person-centred care that promotes recovery, social inclusion and positive outcomes.

We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive working environment where staff are valued, respected and encouraged to develop their skills and careers. We recognise that our staff are our greatest asset and are dedicated to promoting wellbeing, professional development and opportunities for career progression.

By joining CRS, you will become part of a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team that is passionate about delivering high-quality care and making a meaningful difference to the lives of patients and their families.

Job summary

Qualified Specialist Community Public Health Nurse - School Nurse, term time only, School Nursing - Reading

A Monday - Thursday 9am-5pm term time only (39 weeks) working pattern is just one of the attractions this opportunity provides. We are looking to recruit a qualified Band 6 School Nurse to work as part of the 0-19 team in Reading working closely alongside our Health Visiting colleagues. You will be an enthusiastic and qualified school nurse, with a warm personality and great people skills. Willing to undertake relevant training, you will have leadership experience and be able to demonstrate innovative practice.

This will entail working within the Reading area, delivering core and targeted services to children aged 5-19 and their families. The perfect candidate will have the ability to work with other teams and agencies and have a real passion for working with children/young people and families whilst being able to adapt to continuing development and change.

Main duties of the job

About the Job

• Delivering school drop in sessions to a defined number of targeted schools including both primary and senior schools.
• To manage and organise a defined caseload independently, addressing the health needs of children according to evidence based practice.
• To undertake in depth health assessments for Children in Care, children who are subject to a Child Protection Plan and vulnerable children and work according the Berkshire LSCB Policies and Procedures as required.
• To ensure the most effective use of human and physical resources within the team by appropriate delegation of work and use/application of resources.
• To provide targeted health interventions to children and young people with identified health needs.
• To exercise leadership, judgment, and management to ensure excellent clinical practice, maintaining high standards of care.

About us

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

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:

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

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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a creative, tech-savvy individual to join University Hospitals Birmingham's Clinical Education team as a Digital Media Content Officer (TEL). This is a unique role on a daily basis you'll produce high-quality video, photography, graphic design, audio and VR content that directly enhances clinical teaching, learning and assessment across UHB.

We use a broad range of technology-enhanced learning, you'll partner with clinical, academic and governance teams to build engaging e-learning packages, support live-streamed and hybrid teaching, and help shape how staff learn and develop across one of the UK's largest NHS Trusts.

If you're passionate about combining creative and technical skills to make a genuine difference to patient safety and staff development, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

You'll apply specialist skills in video production, photography, graphic design, audio and VR to create engaging educational assets and multi-platform media resources. Day-to-day, you'll design and maintain interactive e-learning packages on platforms such as Moodle, support distance/hybrid/in-situ teaching and live-streaming, and help develop innovative tools including mixed reality and interactive media.

You'll provide expert media and technical guidance to colleagues, ensuring content meets accessibility, brand and clinical quality standards, and take responsibility for maintaining video, photography, lighting and audio equipment. You'll also deliver training, workshops and CPD to help staff make the best use of digital technology.

We're looking for someone with a degree (or equivalent experience) in a digital creative or software design field, strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, excellent communication skills, and the flexibility, resilience and creativity to thrive in a fast-paced clinical education environment.

About us

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

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

304-1103694

Job locations

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Job description Job responsibilities *Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• A Degree in a digital creative field \ software design or related field in digital\innovation within healthcare.

Desirable

• Post graduate Level qualification in digital technology related subject or willingness to work toward.
• Evidence of ongoing and relevant additional professional development activities
• Project management / Agile working familiarity

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an NHS or Educational Setting
• Knowledge of the use of digital technology in education or healthcare
• Industry experience in the provision and support of emerging & digital technology (to include XR, video, digital media production)
• Affinity for connecting technology with creative and enjoyable experiences.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, , and SharePoint).
• Solid project planning, organisational and multi-tasking skills.

Desirable

• Significant experience within digital learning / software program integration and management.
• Creative and technical knowledge of content creation in immersive media (such as interactive 360 video) and/or 3D environments and asset creation (such as within Unity)
• Previous hands on experience with the featured technologies, such as XR, 3D Modelling/Illustration
• Experience of participating in audit and research programmes and processes

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (namely Premiere, After Effects).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to support and resolve any needs on the use and adaptation of digital technologies.
• Advanced organisational and communication skills. Role will be required to present and run workshops.
• Work collaboratively with others.
• Able to write / produce accurate, clear written and verbal reports and presentations within the service.
• Flexibility in approach and attitude with proven ability in prioritising workload in the face of competing demands
• High level of work organisation , self-motivation and drive for improvement
• Open and honest style with strong personal integrity
• Personal resilience in dealing with frequent distractions, interruptions and challenging situations
• Possess strong attention to detail, while keeping track of progress
• Ability to think quickly & creatively and identify urgent educational and technical solutions
• Ability to populate and use excel and other current key IT and digital learning systems and platforms
• Able to work in fast-paced and dynamic educational and clinical environments comfortably
• Previous experience in working with and having deep interest in digital and creative technology.
• Flexible in approach to working / Shift patterns.
• Ability to travel across all UHB sites.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential A Degree in a digital creative field \ software design or related field in digital\innovation within healthcare. Desirable Post graduate Level qualification in digital technology related subject or willingness to work toward. Evidence of ongoing and relevant additional professional development activities Project management / Agile working familiarity Experience Essential Experience of working in an NHS or Educational Setting Knowledge of the use of digital technology in education or healthcare Industry experience in the provision and support of emerging & digital technology (to include XR, video, digital media production) Affinity for connecting technology with creative and enjoyable experiences. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate with team. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, , and SharePoint). Solid project planning, organisational and multi-tasking skills. Desirable Significant experience within digital learning / software program integration and management. Creative and technical knowledge of content creation in immersive media (such as interactive 360 video) and/or 3D environments and asset creation (such as within Unity) Previous hands on experience with the featured technologies, such as XR, 3D Modelling/Illustration Experience of participating in audit and research programmes and processes Additional Criteria Essential Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (namely Premiere, After Effects). Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to support and resolve any needs on the use and adaptation of digital technologies. Advanced organisational and communication skills. Role will be required to present and run workshops. Work collaboratively with others. Able to write / produce accurate, clear written and verbal reports and presentations within the service. Flexibility in approach and attitude with proven ability in prioritising workload in the face of competing demands High level of work organisation , self-motivation and drive for improvement Open and honest style with strong personal integrity Personal resilience in dealing with frequent distractions, interruptions and challenging situations Possess strong attention to detail, while keeping track of progress Ability to think quickly & creatively and identify urgent educational and technical solutions Ability to populate and use excel and other current key IT and digital learning systems and platforms Able to work in fast-paced and dynamic educational and clinical environments comfortably Previous experience in working with and having deep interest in digital and creative technology. Flexible in approach to working / Shift patterns. Ability to travel across all UHB sites.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Trustwide

Mindelsohn Way

Birmingham

West Midlands

B15 2TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Patient Care Advisor Band 3 - 30 hours per week - Fixed Term until the end of March 2027

Are you organised, focused and passionate about making a difference to patients?

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Booking Centre Coordinator to join our busy and friendly team. This is a rewarding role at the heart of patient care, where you will help ensure patients receive the right appointment at the right time, according to clinical priority.

Every phone call you answer and every appointment you arrange contributes directly to improving patient experience and supporting the delivery of high-quality healthcare.

Why join us?

• Make a genuine difference to patients every day.
• Be part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Develop valuable NHS experience and skills.
• Enjoy a varied role where no two days are the same.

If you are passionate about helping people access the care they need and enjoy working in a fast-paced, rewarding environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Secondment opportunity will also be considered.

Main duties of the job

• Communicating with patients on multiple pathways
• Ensure patients are appointed timely and effectively
• Ensuring all recorded activity is accurate in regard to constitutional targets
• To call and agree appointments with patients whilst maintaining confidentiality and being, at all times, sensitive to the nature of appointments.
• Accommodate patients preference regarding the date and time of appointments to the best of your ability.
• To deal with all patient enquiries in an effective manner
• To ensure that all enquiries with an action are dealt with in a timely manner
• The ensure patients records are kept up to date with accurate information
• To check that referrals coming in to the Trust are not duplicated
• To cleanse waiting lists to avoid wasted capacity

About us

At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county.

Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time':

Being a clinically led organisation

Quality and safety at the heart of our Trust

A positive patient experience every time

A great place to work

Managing our money well

As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work.

Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Per Annum Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

7 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

262-A-26-8151805-A

Job locations

Maglona House

Kingstown Industrial Estate

Carlisle

CA3 0HA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants.

CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP:

Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview.

Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies.

AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information.

Disclosure and Barring Service:

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.

The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post:

Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment.

NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits:

27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years

Flexible working Scheme

NHS Discounts*

Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work*

Excellent opportunities for development*

Competitive NHS Pension scheme

Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems

*Subject to eligibility

Important Information:

Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information.

If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered.

Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTION: Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP: Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies. AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information. Disclosure and Barring Service: 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. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post: Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information: Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GCSE's grade A-C or equivalent
• Previous experience in the managing of NHS administrative booking processes
• Customer Service qualification
• NVQ level 3 Business and Admin

Desirable

• Patient Administration System Training Out Patient Booking and understanding of Audit trail.
• Agree to work towards Customer service level 3 or agreement to work towards

Experience & Knowledge

Essential

• Administration and / or customer service experience gained within a healthcare environment in order to hold a good understanding of the role of the contact centre and general clinical and administrative processes in the NHS.
• Good IT and keyboard skills acquired through experience, including Outlook and Excel, local databases, software, Internet

Desirable

• ECDL or equivalent experience
• Patient Administration Systems
• NHS.Net mail accounts

Skills & Aptitudes

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to organise own workload and and work under pressure to meet NHS target deadlines
• Good personal judgment skills in order to recognise situations faced each day (such as what to do when a patient cannot be booked an appointment within trust waiting time targets), and be confident to send report to Service Managers
• A desire to develop both the services of the Contact Centre and yourself by undertaking further training courses

Person Specification Qualifications Essential 5 GCSE's grade A-C or equivalent Previous experience in the managing of NHS administrative booking processes Customer Service qualification NVQ level 3 Business and Admin Desirable Patient Administration System Training Out Patient Booking and understanding of Audit trail. Agree to work towards Customer service level 3 or agreement to work towards Experience & Knowledge Essential Administration and / or customer service experience gained within a healthcare environment in order to hold a good understanding of the role of the contact centre and general clinical and administrative processes in the NHS. Good IT and keyboard skills acquired through experience, including Outlook and Excel, local databases, software, Internet Desirable ECDL or equivalent experience Patient Administration Systems NHS.Net mail accounts Skills & Aptitudes Essential Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to organise own workload and and work under pressure to meet NHS target deadlines Good personal judgment skills in order to recognise situations faced each day (such as what to do when a patient cannot be booked an appointment within trust waiting time targets), and be confident to send report to Service Managers A desire to develop both the services of the Contact Centre and yourself by undertaking further training courses

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maglona House

Kingstown Industrial Estate

Carlisle

CA3 0HA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Maglona House

Kingstown Industrial Estate

Carlisle

CA3 0HA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

SMASH Care Community has a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and dynamic Nurse Associate or Assistant Practitioner to join our forward thinking community care team at Alsager

The post requires effective communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to be adaptable, reliable and approachable.

In this role you will be responsible for the assessment, delivery and evaluation of nursing care (under the guidance and delegation of a case manager/District Nurse) caring for patients a wide range of complex health conditions. You will be supported to develop existing and new clinical skills which will allow you to effectively care for the patients on the care community caseload.

You will work with our patients and families to empower them which will enable them to live their optimum life, being self-caring and independent with their health needs where possible.

Work collaboratively, efficiently and creatively with multi professional colleagues and partners with a focus on helping patients to avoid hospital admissions.

You will be given an allocated mentor and be supported to complete competencies in line with your scope of practice. By the completion of regular Motiv8 (1:1) sessions you will have the opportunity to identify any further learning opportunities to support you in your career development.

Main duties of the job

The Assistant Practitioner (Nurse)/ Nurse Associate will assist in the identification of health needs and participate in the delivery and evaluation of care interventions developed to meet those needs under the leadership of a senior registered Nurse. Supervision may be direct/indirect depending upon competency/complexity of work.

The post holder will continue to develop and undertake a range of delegated tasks and will report to a Registered Nurse. The Assistant Practitioner (Nurse)/Nurse Associate will provide general/specific care as specified below for a client group and will be proficient and competent to work across professional disciplines, referring clients for assessmentand treatment or to other agencies as required.

About us

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a full range of local hospital and community services for people across East Cheshire (population 399K) and West Cheshire and Chester boroughs (population 357K).

The Trust provides high quality planned and unplanned/emergency care, cardiac and critical care as well as child health, maternity services, and intermediate care across our sites at Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford. The Trust provides 500 beds and employs over 5,000 members of staff.

An extensive range of community services is provided across 26 medical centres and schools by our community arm, Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership, in collaboration with Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS FT and the South Cheshire and Vale Royal GP Alliance. With the formation of Integrated Care Systems in July 2022 the Trust became a strategic partner in both Cheshire East and Cheshire West and Chester 'places' and is part of the Cheshire and Merseyside partnership caring for a population of over 2.7million.

During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE.

At Mid Cheshire, our mission is to inspire hope and provide unparalleled care for the people and communities of Cheshire, helping them to enjoy life to the fullest.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year pa pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

412-COMM-8276336

Job locations

SMASH Care Community

Alsager Health Centre

Alsager

ST7 2LU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB PURPOSE

As a qualified AP or NA (foundation degree or equivalent) you will work as part of an integrated community team.

To follow plans of care prescribed by the Registered Nurse/Practitioner to patients whose needs are best met in the community, including the patients own home, clinic's or other care settings, which may be unpredictable.

To work independently under the leadership of Registered Nurses/Practitioners

To work within the CCICP Care Community Teams scope of practice for Band 4 Assistant Practitioners (Nurse) /Nursing Associates

To work in partnership to reduce hospital admission and facilitate discharge.

To promote optimal levels of independence and wellbeing for patients.

Teaching and support for formal and informal carers.

To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service.

SERVICE DELIVERY

To take responsibility for accepting and implementing patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Practitioner, that is within the CCICP Care Community Teams scope of Practice for Band 4 Assistant Practitioners (Nurse) /Nursing Associates and where you are signed off as competent in that task.

In collaboration with the Registered Nurse/Practitioner, deliver individual programme of care in partnership with patients, carers and other health and social care professionals in a response to planned needs.

To be responsible for patients with continence needs, assessing planning, delivering and evaluating care when delegated by Registered Nurse/Practitioners.

To communicate effectively with clients, carers and colleagues to ensure understanding of conditions and treatment.

To manage patient expectation regarding the service, how it operates and the potential for patients to be transferred or discharged.

To deliver a range of clinical skills within your competence from the Care Community team scope of practice for Band 4 Assistant Practitioner (Nurse) /Nursing Associates.

Administering of medication in accordance within policies and guidelines, and the Care Community Team scope of practice for Band 4 Assistant Practitioner (Nurse)/Nursing Associates.

Identify the early signs of deterioration to ensure acute and chronic phases or changes in condition are responded to appropriately - this may include referral to an alternative care pathway or service. Ensure discharge dates are met wherever possible.

To manage the competing clinical priorities of the caseload, following escalation procedures including seeking appropriate clinical or managerial support.

Must have an understanding of the concept of risk and be aware of how risk is assessed and managed within patients homes and other settings and ensure any change in risk status is reported promptly according to agreed policies and protocols.

To be accountable for reporting and relaying information to the Registered Nurse, or other Health Care Professionals (HCP) concerns or changes in a patients condition Requirements of the post holder.

To support team members, formal and informal carers in the delivery of clinical care.

To support learning of students and other team members as required

To work in partnership to reduce hospital admission and facilitate discharge.

To promote the service countywide within the Trust and external agencies including: secondary care, social and community services, primary care, ambulance services, private and voluntary agencies, patients and public.

Must have knowledge of a broad range of resources available in the community along with an understanding of the other agencies and professionals that support patients at home to ensure that these services are accessed and utilised appropriately.

To contribute to ongoing service development.

To attend relevant internal and external meetings as agreed with the line manager.

To participate in Care Quality Commission audits and inspections.To participate in relevant local clinical audit and research to inform servicedelivery and development.

To actively participate in a clinical supervision programme that supports reflective practice.

Be open and honest, act with integrity and uphold the reputation of your role and Mid Cheshire Hospital Foundation Trust.

To maintain professional relationships for those in your care.

To present a personal professional image at all times.

To have the knowledge and skills for safe and effective practice without direct supervision and work within the limits of your competence.

To keep your knowledge and skills up to date and participate in educational activities that maintains and develops your performance.

Be accountable for the prioritisation of own workload and seek support where necessary.

Maintain clear concise and legible documentation adhering to prescribed standards and protocols.

GOVERNANCE

Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines for self and others, by taking action/alerting senior management team if practice appears to contravene policy, or if concerned about any aspect of patient care.

Maintain the work environment in line with Infection Control Policies.

To report and record any concerns regarding patient care.

Identify risk issues which could affect patient care.

Undertake risk assessments where appropriate.

To participate in patient and public involvement activities appropriate to role.

Support and promote peoples equality, diversity and rights.

To participate in audit, benchmarking and other initiatives as required.

Conform to safe and lone working practices and policies.

MANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIP

Ensure a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting concerns.

To maintain health, safety and security and report any concern.

To maintain patient confidentiality at all times.

To contribute to effective communications with patients, relatives and members of the MDT team.

To acknowledge own limitations and to work with the confines of the remit of the assistant practitioner and the knowledge and skills framework.

To supervise others relevant to grade and participate in their education and development.

To ensure effective and efficient use of physical resources.

To contribute to the development of services.

EDUCATION/LEARNING

Take responsibility for own learning and development by recognising and taking advantage of all opportunities to learn, including full participation in Motiv8/appraisal, supervision, action learning and by maintaining a professional/personal portfolio of learning.

To develop and maintain own clinical skills and knowledge using a competency framework to ensure effective care delivery.

To ensure compliance with mandatory training and personal development plans.

To adopt a lifelong learning approach to developments and maintain a portfolio of practice and development.

To contribute to the assessment and development of others where appropriate.

Participate in the induction and orientation of newly appointed staff, students and cadets to the team.

To assist in and promote evidence based care.

Job description Job responsibilities JOB PURPOSE As a qualified AP or NA (foundation degree or equivalent) you will work as part of an integrated community team. To follow plans of care prescribed by the Registered Nurse/Practitioner to patients whose needs are best met in the community, including the patients own home, clinic's or other care settings, which may be unpredictable. To work independently under the leadership of Registered Nurses/Practitioners To work within the CCICP Care Community Teams scope of practice for Band 4 Assistant Practitioners (Nurse) /Nursing Associates To work in partnership to reduce hospital admission and facilitate discharge. To promote optimal levels of independence and wellbeing for patients. Teaching and support for formal and informal carers. To work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. SERVICE DELIVERY To take responsibility for accepting and implementing patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse/Practitioner, that is within the CCICP Care Community Teams scope of Practice for Band 4 Assistant Practitioners (Nurse) /Nursing Associates and where you are signed off as competent in that task. In collaboration with the Registered Nurse/Practitioner, deliver individual programme of care in partnership with patients, carers and other health and social care professionals in a response to planned needs. To be responsible for patients with continence needs, assessing planning, delivering and evaluating care when delegated by Registered Nurse/Practitioners. To communicate effectively with clients, carers and colleagues to ensure understanding of conditions and treatment. To manage patient expectation regarding the service, how it operates and the potential for patients to be transferred or discharged. To deliver a range of clinical skills within your competence from the Care Community team scope of practice for Band 4 Assistant Practitioner (Nurse) /Nursing Associates. Administering of medication in accordance within policies and guidelines, and the Care Community Team scope of practice for Band 4 Assistant Practitioner (Nurse)/Nursing Associates. Identify the early signs of deterioration to ensure acute and chronic phases or changes in condition are responded to appropriately - this may include referral to an alternative care pathway or service. Ensure discharge dates are met wherever possible. To manage the competing clinical priorities of the caseload, following escalation procedures including seeking appropriate clinical or managerial support. Must have an understanding of the concept of risk and be aware of how risk is assessed and managed within patients homes and other settings and ensure any change in risk status is reported promptly according to agreed policies and protocols. To be accountable for reporting and relaying information to the Registered Nurse, or other Health Care Professionals (HCP) concerns or changes in a patients condition Requirements of the post holder. To support team members, formal and informal carers in the delivery of clinical care. To support learning of students and other team members as required To work in partnership to reduce hospital admission and facilitate discharge. To promote the service countywide within the Trust and external agencies including: secondary care, social and community services, primary care, ambulance services, private and voluntary agencies, patients and public. Must have knowledge of a broad range of resources available in the community along with an understanding of the other agencies and professionals that support patients at home to ensure that these services are accessed and utilised appropriately. To contribute to ongoing service development. To attend relevant internal and external meetings as agreed with the line manager. To participate in Care Quality Commission audits and inspections.To participate in relevant local clinical audit and research to inform servicedelivery and development. To actively participate in a clinical supervision programme that supports reflective practice. Be open and honest, act with integrity and uphold the reputation of your role and Mid Cheshire Hospital Foundation Trust. To maintain professional relationships for those in your care. To present a personal professional image at all times. To have the knowledge and skills for safe and effective practice without direct supervision and work within the limits of your competence. To keep your knowledge and skills up to date and participate in educational activities that maintains and develops your performance. Be accountable for the prioritisation of own workload and seek support where necessary. Maintain clear concise and legible documentation adhering to prescribed standards and protocols. GOVERNANCE Ensure compliance with Trust policies, procedures and guidelines for self and others, by taking action/alerting senior management team if practice appears to contravene policy, or if concerned about any aspect of patient care. Maintain the work environment in line with Infection Control Policies. To report and record any concerns regarding patient care. Identify risk issues which could affect patient care. Undertake risk assessments where appropriate. To participate in patient and public involvement activities appropriate to role. Support and promote peoples equality, diversity and rights. To participate in audit, benchmarking and other initiatives as required. Conform to safe and lone working practices and policies. MANAGERIAL/LEADERSHIP Ensure a healthy, safe and secure working environment, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, maintaining accurate documentation and reporting concerns. To maintain health, safety and security and report any concern. To maintain patient confidentiality at all times. To contribute to effective communications with patients, relatives and members of the MDT team. To acknowledge own limitations and to work with the confines of the remit of the assistant practitioner and the knowledge and skills framework. To supervise others relevant to grade and participate in their education and development. To ensure effective and efficient use of physical resources. To contribute to the development of services. EDUCATION/LEARNING Take responsibility for own learning and development by recognising and taking advantage of all opportunities to learn, including full participation in Motiv8/appraisal, supervision, action learning and by maintaining a professional/personal portfolio of learning. To develop and maintain own clinical skills and knowledge using a competency framework to ensure effective care delivery. To ensure compliance with mandatory training and personal development plans. To adopt a lifelong learning approach to developments and maintain a portfolio of practice and development. To contribute to the assessment and development of others where appropriate. Participate in the induction and orientation of newly appointed staff, students and cadets to the team. To assist in and promote evidence based care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Nurse Associate/AP qualification

Desirable

• Previous experience of clinical supervision and reflective practice

Experience

Essential

• experience in health care

Desirable

• experience in more than one area in health care
• Wound Care Management
• Experience in Community Setting

skills

Essential

• Good Communication skills
• basic IT skills
• Ability to perform area specific core clinical competencies

Desirable

• Ability to solve problems & make decisions under pressure.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Nurse Associate/AP qualification Desirable Previous experience of clinical supervision and reflective practice Experience Essential experience in health care Desirable experience in more than one area in health care Wound Care Management Experience in Community Setting skills Essential Good Communication skills basic IT skills Ability to perform area specific core clinical competencies Desirable Ability to solve problems & make decisions under pressure.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

SMASH Care Community

Alsager Health Centre

Alsager

ST7 2LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

SMASH Care Community

Alsager Health Centre

Alsager

ST7 2LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Manor Medical Practice is seeking a dynamic and experienced Lead Practice Nurse to take a clinical leadership role within our forward-thinking, community-based GP surgery. You will be responsible for delivering and managing safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care across our patient population of just over 11,000.

Working collaboratively with GP Partners and the Practice Manager, the Lead Nurse will provide clear leadership to the nursing team and ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred services. You will contribute to service development, clinical governance, and quality improvement across the practice.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver evidence-based nursing care to patients with acute and chronic conditions.
• Lead and manage nurse-led clinics for diabetes, asthma, COPD, CHD and other chronic conditions.
• Perform reviews in line with protocols and best practice.
• Provide immunisations, vaccinations, cervical cytology, wound care, travel health advice, and lifestyle support.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation in line with NMC standards.
• Work with the wider MDT to ensure coordinated care and appropriate referrals.
• Supervise and mentor students.
• Maintain nursing rotas, manage annual leave and sickness absence.
• Participate in protocol development, audits, and service evaluation.
• Engage in professional development, mandatory training, and uphold the NMC Code.

About us

Manor Medical Practice is a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking GP surgery based in the city of Bradford. We care for a growing list of over 11,000 patients across two sites in Girlington and Allerton.

Led by three GP Partners and supported by Salaried GPs, GP Registrars, and a wide multidisciplinary teamincluding Nurses, HCAs, Pharmacist, etc. We offer a full range of primary care services. These include chronic disease management, minor surgery, family planning, maternity care, immunisations, and health screening.

Manor Medical Practice is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals.We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

All applicants will be considered solely on merit and abilities relevant to the role.

Job summary

In response to NHS Englands recent Strategy and Service Specification for the future of Genomics services in England, Newcastle Teaching Hospitals, Leeds Teaching Hospitals, Sheffield Childrens Trust and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals have formed the North East and Yorkshire Genomics Laboratory Hub; an exciting collaboration to provide services for Genomics across Yorkshire and Humber and the North. The combined size of our geography makes this the largest collaboration in the country with the Trusts offering a range of both general and specialist hospital services with excellent clinical outcomes for patients. We have an international reputation for excellence in specialist care, research and academic training.

Main duties of the job

We are looking to recruit a number of permanent Band 6 Health Science Practitioner specialists (Senior Genetic Technologist) to work at North East and Yorkshire Genomic Laboratory Hub (NEY GLH) Central Laboratory based at St Jamess University Hospital in Leeds: Applicants should have a first degree in a Biological Science subject with a considerable Genomics or Molecular Biology content, at least 3 years relevant experience; ideally in a diagnostic laboratory and have completed registration with the AHCS or HCPC as a Genetic Technologist or Biomedical Scientist. Experience of service development and troubleshooting and/or management experience including attendance management and procurement would be an advantage. The successful candidate will need to work in a fast-paced environment, completing work at short notice and delivering the tight deadlines. This role requires excellent communication skills, good manual dexterity and a high level of attention to detail. By working to strict deadlines within established systems and procedures, the successful applicant will demonstrate excellent organisational skills, technical skill and flexibility. The post holder should have the ability to use their initiative and be able to work independently and as part of a team. The post holder will be required to work 37.5 hours per week full-time and contribute to out-of-hours rotas including weekends and bank holidays as required.

About us

The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.

Job summary

Manor Medical Practice is seeking a Practice Nurse to join our forward-thinking, community-based GP surgery. You will be responsible for delivering and managing safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care across our patient population of just over 11,000.

The job is between 20-30 hours which will be discussed at interview.

PRACTICE NURSE EXPERIENCE IS ESSENTIAL FOR THIS ROLE

Main duties of the job

• Deliver evidence-based nursing care to patients with acute and chronic conditions.
• Deliver clinics for long term condition management.
• Perform reviews in line with protocols and best practice.
• Provide immunisations, vaccinations, cervical cytology, wound care, travel health advice, and lifestyle support.
• Ensure accurate clinical documentation in line with NMC standards.
• Work with the wider MDT to ensure coordinated care and appropriate referrals.
• Supervise and mentor students.
• Participate in protocol development, audits, and service evaluation when required.
• Engage in professional development, mandatory training, and uphold the NMC Code.

About us

Manor Medical Practice is a friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking GP surgery based in the city of Bradford. We care for a growing list of over 11,000 patients across two sites in Girlington and Allerton.

Led by three GP Partners and supported by Salaried GPs, GP Registrars, and a wide multidisciplinary teamincluding Nurses, HCAs, Pharmacist, etc. We offer a full range of primary care services. These include chronic disease management, minor surgery, family planning, maternity care, immunisations, and health screening.

Manor Medical Practice is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. We are an equal opportunities employer and actively encourage a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

All applicants will be considered solely on merit and abilities relevant to the role.

Job summary

We are recruiting a Band 7 Diabetes Clinical Specialist Nurse to join the Sefton Community Diabetes Team.

The post holder will demonstrate a comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge base across all aspects of diabetes management and promote excellence in nursing practice within a dynamic and evolving healthcare environment.

As a senior clinician within the service, the post holder will:

• Act as an expert practitioner, providing advanced, evidence-based assessment, treatment, and management for patients with complex diabetes needs.
• Provide clinical leadership, supporting the team to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Contribute to specialist case management, ensuring personalised and coordinated care pathways for patients across community settings.
• Deliver direct patient care, offering expert education, self-management support, and clinical intervention to optimise patient outcomes.
• Support the development of clinical skills within the team, role-modelling professional standards and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Promote safe, effective, and proactive diabetes care, working collaboratively across multidisciplinary and system-wide teams.
• Post holder must hold V300 qualification.

The service worksin partnership with University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, providing applicants with opportunities for ongoing training, professional development, and skills enhancement, supporting career progression and delivery of high-quality diabetes care.

Main duties of the job

The successful post holder will provide a high-quality specialist diabetes service to patients across Southport, Formby, and South Sefton, working as part of an established and supportive multidisciplinary team.

The post holder will be expected to:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive and current knowledge base in diabetes management and champion excellence in nursing practice within a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Provide leadership and management support, undertaking defined leadership duties in the absence of the Team Leader.
• Exhibit excellent communication and leadership skills, using initiative, working autonomously, and leading the team effectively.
• Deliver specialist nursing care, undertake case management, and provide direct patient care for people with complex diabetes needs.
• Act as an expert practitioner--optimising patient health outcomes, promoting self-management, and supporting patients through complex clinical pathways.
• Undertake non-medical prescribing, initiating, adjusting, and reviewing diabetes-related treatments in line with evidence-based practice and local policies.
• Support the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred diabetes care in community settings.
• Provide expert education and clinical support to patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Use prescribing authority to improve access to timely treatment, reduce delays in care, and enhance patient outcomes.
• Play an active role in service development and quality improvement initiatives.

About us

Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands.

We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities.

At the heart of all we do is our commitment to 'perfect care' - care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We're currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so.

Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles.

Job summary

Our innovative and dynamic Immunisation teams are dedicated to improving immunisation uptake and delivering the national evidence-based Schools' Immunisation Programmes. We are hiring a registered nurse to work 14 hours per week, on an annualised contract, working 42 weeks a year. The applicant must a full UK driving license and access to a car during their working day.

The role encompasses responsibility for clinical delivery of vaccinations and patient safety, specialist advice on immunisation issues, and the opportunity to develop skills in both independent and team working.

We welcome applicants who can demonstrate a willingness to work flexibly and cooperatively with colleagues both within their own team and the wider multidisciplinary teams across the whole SCFT area. You will need to be motivated, conscientious and committed to supporting us to maintain high vaccination coverage across Sussex.

The team visits several schools across the county every day, so you would be likely to visit a different school each day during school term time and carry out catch-up clinics during the school holidays. We currently offer HPV and Teenage booster vaccinations in secondary schools and nasal spray flu vaccinations to eligible cohorts within schools. We also offer the neonatal BCG programme and other immunisations, such as MMR in clinic.

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidates will deliver a high quality immunisation service within a variety of settings in the community working with patients and other partners to increase immunisation rates.They will also participate in the day to day immunisation sessions/clinics determined by the Immunisation Nurse Specialist and when required, motivate people to have immunisations.

Please note: This is a part-time role and due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role is unlikely to be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

Skilled Worker visa: going rates for eligible occupation codes - GOV.UK

Health and Care Worker visa: If you'll need to meet different salary requirements - GOV.UK

About us

We are the main provider of NHS community services across East and West Sussex, with 6,000 staff serving 1.3 million people. We deliver essential care to adults and children, helping them manage their health, avoid hospital admissions, and reduce hospital stays.

Our Trust vision is to provide excellent care at the heart of the community. We offer opportunities across medical, clinical, support, and corporate services.

Why work for us?o Positive 2024 NHS Staff Survey results, highlighting compassionate leadership and wellbeingo Varied environments: community hospitals, patients' homes, and bases across Sussexo Flexible working options: part-time, flexi-time, annualised hours, and flexi-retiremento Excellent training, development, and research opportunitieso Cost-effective workplace nurseries in Crawley, Hove, and Brightono Active EMBRACE, Disability & Wellbeing, LGBTQIA+, and Religion & Belief networkso Level 3 Disability Confident Leader and Veteran Aware Trusto Beautiful Sussex location near the South Downs and coast

Our values--Compassionate Care, Working Together, Achieving Ambitions, Delivering Excellence--guide everything we do.

We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds, particularly from ethnically diverse, disabled, and LGBTQIA+ individuals. We aim to create an inclusive environment and support reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

This post may close early if sufficient applications are received.

Job summary

Are you an empathetic and compassionate Registered Nurse looking to work in an outstanding rated Trust? Tarrant Ward, based at Blandford Community Hospital are looking for either an experienced or newly qualified Staff Nurse to join our supportive team.You will be working with a multi-disciplinary care team in a 25 bedded ward to ensure that the patient's rehabilitation journey is individualised, and goals are achieved by the patients to reach their optimum level to return to their own home or suitable placement sourced whilst embodying the Trust's values. We also provide end of life care to patients approaching their last days and weeks of life. Our Elderly Rehabilitation and End of Life Care unit achieved a nationally recognised accreditation in the Gold Standard Framework award for end-of-life care.

We offer dedicated career pathways and great opportunities for continuing professional development with a comprehensive and structured induction programme and training. An excellent preceptorship programme for newly qualified nurses and the chance to further your career in a nurse led environment.

The Staff Nurse post is a full-time or part-time role, we would be flexible and accept a minimum of 24 hours.

The shift pattern will involve a mixture of long days and nights

Long Day - 07:30 - 20:30Nights - 20.00 - 08.00

Weekend and public holidays at enhanced pay!

Main duties of the job

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

We are a 25 bedded ward and provide sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation, Palliative / End of Life care for the local community and also ambulatory care. We are committed to providing excellent standards of care for our patients and we know that to enable us to do this, the continuous professional development of staff in a supportive environment has to be a top priority for us and it is!

You will benefit from working with a very experienced team which benefits from the support of a dedicated medical team.

You will need enthusiasm and a commitment to provide the highest standards of care to patients, relative and carers, and the ability to provide professional clinical leadership. You will need to have an interest in working with older people and have good communication and organisational skills.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year p.a. pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

152-C186.26

Job locations

Blandford Community Hospital, Tarrant Ward

Milldown rd, Blandford Forum

Blandford

DT11 7DD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Educational Requirements / Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Mentorship Course

Skills / Experience

Essential

• Good communication skills
• Ability to develop relationships with patients, carers and members of the multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current developments in nursing
• Have a good working knowledge of Clinical Governance and the National Service Frameworks.

Desirable

• Expanded role including venepuncture, IV drugs, Cannulation, Defibrillation
• Experience of research or audit.

Skills / Experience/ Knowledge

Essential

• Willingness to engage in service development.
• A commitment to evidence basedpractice and life-long learning.

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.

Person Specification Educational Requirements / Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Desirable Mentorship Course Skills / Experience Essential Good communication skills Ability to develop relationships with patients, carers and members of the multi-disciplinary team. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of current developments in nursing Have a good working knowledge of Clinical Governance and the National Service Frameworks. Desirable Expanded role including venepuncture, IV drugs, Cannulation, Defibrillation Experience of research or audit. Skills / Experience/ Knowledge Essential Willingness to engage in service development. A commitment to evidence basedpractice and life-long learning. Additional requirements Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blandford Community Hospital, Tarrant Ward

Milldown rd, Blandford Forum

Blandford

DT11 7DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Blandford Community Hospital, Tarrant Ward

Milldown rd, Blandford Forum

Blandford

DT11 7DD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Chorley Community Mental Health Team.The successful candidates will work with service users who have a diagnosis of Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD) who are currently on CMHT caseloads. You will deliver Structured Clinical Management (SCM) to a caseload of service users within the community setting. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements are available upon discussion with the team.

SCM is recognised as the gold standard of care for people with Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (EUPD). It is evidenced based and in line with NICE guidelines. SCM has been selected by the trust as the approach to implement within the personality disorder pathway. This is an exciting opportunity for you to develop specific skills in line with evidence-based treatment and be involved in providing support for service users to recover, develop autonomy and no longer require secondary mental health services.

Main duties of the job

As well as direct face to face contact with the service user and group work, it is expected that the post holder will be able to engage with the wider community system (A&E, police, inpatient and community settings) and support them to deliver evidence-based practice.

Supervision is an integral part of this job you will be supported with regular access to supervision on a consistent basis. Clinical supervision will be provided by the Specialist Practitioners.It is desirable to have some knowledge of SCM and also an interest in working with people with personality disorder.

About us

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

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

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

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

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

Explore our full wellbeing offer here: Keeping our workforce well

Job summary

Cover needed for Maternity Leave starting in December 2026 for 10-12 months for 6 sessions per week.

We are a 19,300 patient training practice with a varied patient population providing an interesting range of health issues located in Lower Sunbury on the banks of the River Thames. Kingston and Richmond are nearby, transport links are very good with access to the M3 and M25 and regular train access direct to London Waterloo

Main duties of the job

You will manage a caseload and deal with a wide variety of health needs in a primary care setting working individually and as a team to ensure a high standard of care for all registered and temporary patients as you carry out the associated clinical and administrative duties.

• 14 patients per session
• 15 minute appointments
• Fair and transparent Duty Doctor rota
• Home visits undertaken primarily by our dedicated home visiting service
• A welcoming and genuinely supportive team environment
• Regular clinical meetings and peer support
• High-quality clinical and administrative support
• Free on-site parking
• Convenient location with excellent transport links to South West London, Surrey and Berkshire

About us

Our team comprises 5 Partners, 6 Salaried GPs, 1 ANP, 2 Paramedics, 2 Clinical Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technician, 5 Practice Nurses, 2 HCAs & 3 Phlebotomists

You will also be supported by an excellent administrative and support team. Home visits are carried out by our Paramedics/ ST3s and we are further supported by our Federation funded home visiting service. Our efficient clinical coders process correspondence keeping GP admin down. We are rated good by CQC and we are high QOF achievers. We have daily coffee get togethers for the clinical and management team in the middle of the day, monthly practice team meetings, regular social events, regular educational meetings.

We are members of a successful PCN and GP Federation.

We use EMIS Web, Docman, AccuRX & Ardens.

Details

Date posted

17 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Locum

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

A4770-26-0012

Job locations

Sunbury Health Centre Group Practice

Green Street

Sunbury-on-thames

Middlesex

TW16 6RH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job title:General Practitioner

Reporting to: The Partners (clinically)

The Business Manager (administratively)

Job Summary

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

Clinical Responsibilities

In accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions, and dealing with online requests, queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.

• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness, helping the practice maximise its QOF points and deliver enhanced services in line with the service level agreements.
• Ensuring that health data and full consultation records are entered on to the practice computer system accurately and contemporaneously.
• Using the computerised templates as an accurate means of recording health data in relation to individual patients.
• In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management guidelines, developing care plans for health.
• Support the work of the practice in any new initiatives introduced by the current CCG or its successors.
• Compiling and issuing computer generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible).
• Prescribing in accordance with the practice policy of shared prescribing and generic prescribing.
• In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other Responsibilities within the Organisation

• Awareness of, and compliance with, all relevant practice policies and guidelines, e.g., prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety.
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice.
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records.
• Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate.
• Contributing to the success of the practice in achieving its targets within the GMS contract (QOF, Enhanced Services, etc.).

Confidentiality

In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.

In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.

Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Health and Safety

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health and safety and security as defined in the practice Health and Safety Policy, to include:

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

Equality and Diversity

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

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

Personal/Professional Development

In addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for appraisal and accreditation are met, the post-holder will participate in any relevant training programmes.

Quality

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

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

Communication

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and strive to:

• Communicate effectively with other team members
• Communicate effectively with patients and carers
• Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly
• Attend meetings of the Primary Health Care team, management meetings as appropriate and any additional meetings that are deemed necessary by the partners.

Contribution to the Implementation of Services

The post-holder will:

• Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
• Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
• Participate in audit where appropriate

Job description Job responsibilities JOB DESCRIPTIONJob title:General PractitionerReporting to: The Partners (clinically) The Business Manager (administratively)Job SummaryThe post-holder will provide general medical services managing a caseload and deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patientsClinical ResponsibilitiesIn accordance with the practice timetable, as agreed, the post-holder will make themselves available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and queries, visiting patients at home, checking and signing repeat prescriptions, and dealing with online requests, queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation. Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems. Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness, helping the practice maximise its QOF points and deliver enhanced services in line with the service level agreements. Ensuring that health data and full consultation records are entered on to the practice computer system accurately and contemporaneously. Using the computerised templates as an accurate means of recording health data in relation to individual patients. In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management guidelines, developing care plans for health. Support the work of the practice in any new initiatives introduced by the current CCG or its successors. Compiling and issuing computer generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible). Prescribing in accordance with the practice policy of shared prescribing and generic prescribing. In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care. Other Responsibilities within the OrganisationAwareness of, and compliance with, all relevant practice policies and guidelines, e.g., prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety. A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice. Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation. Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records. Attending training and events organised by the practice or other agencies, where appropriate. Contributing to the success of the practice in achieving its targets within the GMS contract (QOF, Enhanced Services, etc.). ConfidentialityIn the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately.In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential.Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. Health and SafetyThe post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health and safety and security as defined in the practice Health and Safety Policy, to include:Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines. Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks. Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills. Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards. Reporting potential risks identified. Equality and DiversityThe post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and polices, and current legislation. Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues. Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgemental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights. Personal/Professional DevelopmentIn addition to maintaining continued education through attendance at any courses and/or study days necessary to ensure that professional development requirements for appraisal and accreditation are met, the post-holder will participate in any relevant training programmes. QualityThe post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice and will:Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision. Contribute to significant event analysis as appropriate within the practice team Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Address complaints in accordance with the practice complaints procedure CommunicationThe post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and strive to:Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Attend meetings of the Primary Health Care team, management meetings as appropriate and any additional meetings that are deemed necessary by the partners. Contribution to the Implementation of ServicesThe post-holder will:Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP, MBBS or equivalent medical degree
• MRCGP
• Full GMC Registration
• National Performers List registration
• Eligibility to practice in the UK independently

Desirable

• Experience of continued professional development
• Experience of QOF and clinical audit
• Experience of medicines management
• General understanding of the GMS contract
• Experience of clinical supervision and teaching

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Qualified GP, MBBS or equivalent medical degree MRCGP Full GMC Registration National Performers List registration Eligibility to practice in the UK independently Desirable Experience of continued professional development Experience of QOF and clinical audit Experience of medicines management General understanding of the GMS contract Experience of clinical supervision and teaching

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Sunbury Health Centre Group Practice

Address

Sunbury Health Centre Group Practice

Green Street

Sunbury-on-thames

Middlesex

TW16 6RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Sunbury Health Centre Group Practice

Address

Sunbury Health Centre Group Practice

Green Street

Sunbury-on-thames

Middlesex

TW16 6RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a confident and experienced Registered Manager with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet The Daley Centre.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Job summary

The Physician Associate or Physician Assistant (PA) will be accountable for ensuring that high quality patient care is always delivered, where they can be a source of continuity for service users by monitoring physical as well as mental health requirements.

The PA will support the effective functioning of the multidisciplinary team and wider service developments through developing knowledge of assessing and managing mental disorders, undertaking quality improvement (QI) work such as clinical audit, gaining knowledge about psychotropic medication and taking a lead role in the physical health of service users.

The PA will have regular supervision (for both clinical and professional supervision) from a designated Consultant, with regular meetings to support on-going development within the role, as well as attending regular continued professional development (CPD) sessions.

Main duties of the job

To provide clinical assessments of new referrals & reviews of existing service users under the care of the service the PA works for. To use medical & psychiatric history taking, physical examination, mental state examination, problem solving and clinical decision-making skills in carrying out this work. To formulate differential diagnoses and management plans with input as agreed by the supervising Consultant. The final or working diagnosis for a service user will need discussion at an appropriate time interval as agreed with the supervising Consultant.

Maintain service user records i.e. record test results, patient contacts.

Review and summarise patient notes for the purpose of contributing to discharge summaries and reports.

Assist the consultant by writing letters, chasing referrals/treatments and preparing medical notes.

Carry out agreed diagnostic and therapeutic procedures which will include (but not be limited to):

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

Venepuncture

Interpretation of blood results

Mental state examination and psychiatric history taking

Cognitive assessment

About us

In keeping with General Medical Council guidance, the post holder will be responsible for their own practice but working under the supervision of a Consultant Psychiatrist. The supervising Consultant does not need to be physically present when the PA is carrying out their duties but must always be available for consultation if required. There will also be regular supervision meetings to support the PA's ongoing development in the role; the level of supervision will be agreed between the post holder and supervising Consultant but will not be less than monthly in frequency.