Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way.

Provide general assistance to the Practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone

Job Responsibilities:

• Ensure an effective and efficient reception service is provided to patients and any other visitors to the Practice

• Deal with all general enquiries, explain procedures and make new and follow-up appointments according to protocol.
• Using your own judgment and communication skills ensure that patients with no prior appointment but who need urgent consultation are dealt with in a logical and non-disruptive manner.
• Explain Practice arrangements and formal requirements to new patients and those seeking temporary cover and ensure procedures are completed.
• Receive and make telephone calls as required, answering the call promptly in a polite and helpful manner, using agreed practice scripts as appropriate. Divert calls and take messages, ensuring accuracy of detail and prompt appropriate delivery.
• Ensure patient-related tasks are completed in a timely and efficient manner, e.g. pathlinks admin
• Follow procedures for the recording and handling of home visits (house calls), ensuring careful recording of all relevant details.
• Action repeat prescription requests and ensure that they are ready for collection by the patient within 72 hours, either on the computer or manually.
• When directed, prepare prescriptions for dosette boxes, liaise with pharmacies as appropriate
• Prepare lists and notes for all surgeries and clinics held, ensuring completion of all associated paperwork.
• Advise patients of relevant charges for private (non General Medical Services) services, accept payment and issue receipts for same.
• Enter patient information on to the computer as required, and obtain missing data as required
• Ensure that essential patient data is correct and up-to-date, e.g. contact details
• To liaise with hospitals in the booking of transport according to given timescales, completing appropriate documentation and following agreed procedures. To action requests for ambulance bookings are made accurately
• To undertake chaperone duties for patients when requested by clinical staff
• Retrieve and re-file records as required, ensuring strict alphabetical order is adhered to
• Ensure the reception desk and waiting areas are kept clean and tidy
• Premises:

o Open up premises at the start of the day when first to arrive and make all necessary preparations to receive patients, following required procedures

o To check lights, video screen are on and amend the touch screen information as required

o When last to leave at the end of the day, ensure that closing procedures are followed and communicate with any staff left on site.

o To receive, sign for and log deliveries to the practice, following any policies for receipt of specific goods, e.g. informing clinical staff about the delivery of vaccines so that cold chain is maintained

• Ensure that all new patients are registered onto the computer system promptly and accurately
• Undertake any other additional duties appropriate to the post as requested by the Partners or the Practice Manager.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Experience within a Medical Practice/Setting

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working within a Medical Setting is desirable, however full training will be provided

Desirable

• Experience of working within a Medical Setting is desirable, however full training will be provided

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

Ravenswood Medical Practice

Address

24 Hening Avenue

Ipswich

IP3 9QJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical skills will include some or all of the following (this list is not exhaustive):

• Wound care, dressings and general treatment room skills
• Urinalysis
• Spirometry
• Contraceptive advice, Family planning, Sexual Health
• Cytology
• Warfarin (INR) monitoring
• Assist with Coil removal
• Maintaining Thyroxine register
• Ear Syringing
• ECG
• BT, BP and Weight
• Diet and Lifestyle advice
• Immunisations (childhood, flu, pneumonia, pertussis, shingles etc.)
• Injections (B12, Triptorelin, Zoladex, and Depo etc.)
• Travel Vaccinations
• Stock checking and ordering of vaccines

Chronic Disease Management skills will include some or all of the following (this list is not exhaustive):

• Hypertension
• Mental Health
• Diabetes
• Asthma/COPD
• CHD

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered nurse.
• Willingness to learn and acquire new skills.
• Insight and understanding of current issues in nursing and the NHS.

Desirable

• Post-registration study in topics allied to general practice.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of appropriate knowledge base.
• Interest and basic knowledge in long-term conditions.
• Demonstrate an understanding of audit.
• Primary Care Experience.

Desirable

• Suitable post registration experience.
• Experience of working in a General Practice setting.
• Experience of using a GP Clinical System (EMIS preferred).
• Basic/advanced certificate of life support.
• Awareness of the national service framework guidelines.
• Understanding of health and safety issues.
• Undertaken mentorship training.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrates motivation, reliability and commitment to teamwork.
• Knowledge of the needs of patients with long-term conditions.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Evidence of problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Aware of accountability of own role and other roles in a nurse-led service.
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies.
• Awareness of clinical governance issues in primary care.
• Knowledge of patient group directions and associated policy.

Desirable

• Able to use own initiative
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to work in a changing environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Symphony Healthcare Services Limited

Address

Burnham Medical Centre

Love Lane

Burnham-on-sea

Somerset

TA8 1EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

Undertake advanced clinical assessment of patients with frailty, complex needs and multiple long-term conditions

Provide holistic assessment including physical, psychological, functional and social needs

Undertake Comprehensive Geriatric Assessments (CGA)

Diagnose and manage acute and chronic conditions within professional competence

Independently prescribe medication where qualified and appropriate

Develop personalised care and support plans

Complete anticipatory care planning and advance care planning discussions

Undertake home visits for housebound and vulnerable patients

Support care home residents through regular clinical reviews

Identify patients at risk of deterioration, admission or crisis and implement preventative interventions

Participate in multidisciplinary case management meetings

Frailty and Proactive Care

Lead the identification of patients living with moderate and severe frailty using risk stratification tools and clinical judgement

Support delivery of PCN proactive care and personalised care programmes

Develop pathways for frailty management and prevention

Support falls prevention initiatives and medication reviews

Coordinate care for patients with complex needs and frequent hospital admissions

Work collaboratively with community services to reduce avoidable admissions and improve patient outcomes

Promote healthy ageing and independence

Leadership and Service Development

Provide clinical leadership for integrated services across the PCN

Support service redesign and quality improvement initiatives

Participate in audit, evaluation and service development projects

Support implementation of local and national priorities relating to frailty

Contribute to workforce development and training of other healthcare professionals

Partnership Working

Work collaboratively with GPs, Clinical Pharmacists, Social Prescribers, Care Coordinators, Community Nurses, Therapists and Social Care teams

Attend multidisciplinary team meetings and neighbourhood team meetings

Develop effective relationships with secondary care, community providers, voluntary sector organisations and care homes

Support integrated working across organisational boundaries

Clinical Governance

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records

Work within NMC Code, professional standards and local policies

Participate in clinical audit and quality improvement activity

Maintain mandatory training and continuing professional development

Support safeguarding processes for adults at risk

Contribute to incident reporting and learning.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Advanced clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
• Knowledge of frailty syndromes and management
• Understanding of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment
• Knowledge of personalised care and anticipatory care planning
• Understanding of safeguarding adults
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Ability to influence and lead change

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner
• Experience managing people with frailty and multiple long-term conditions
• Experience of autonomous clinical decision making
• Experience undertaking home visits
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working
• Experience of clinical assessment and diagnosis of complex patients

Desirable

• Experience working within Primary Care
• Experience supporting care homes
• Experience of service development and quality improvement
• Experience of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
• MSc Advanced Clinical Practice or equivalent advanced practice qualification
• Independent Prescribing Qualification
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

Desirable

• Qualification in Frailty, Gerontology or Older Persons Care
• Leadership or management qualification

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Compassionate and patient-centred
• Highly motivated and proactive
• Flexible and adaptable
• Strong team player
• Professional and approachable
• Committed to reducing health inequalities and improving outcomes

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

Bradford City PCN4

Address

BD8

Bradford

West Yorkshire

BD8 9LB

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To provide and maintain a high standard of nursing care for patients as well as providing nursing assistance to the doctors and other members of the primary healthcare team.

Job Responsibilities:

Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by and GPs

Such tasks may include:

Undertaking Chronic Disease Reviews: Asthma, COPD, CHD, Diabetes, Hypertension New Patient Medicals

Peak Flow Readings

Venepuncture

Cervical cytology testing

Blood pressure measurements

Routine immunisations

Child immunisations

Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician

Requesting basic pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs

Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate

Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses

Maintaining Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required

Undertake housekeeping duties including, general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms

Offer a holistic approach to travel health by providing comprehensive advice to patients prior to travel including; vaccinations and medicines, safe sex, food hygiene, sun protection.

Offer advice about childhood and adult vaccinations and ensure vaccines are administered under patient group directions.

Administering of B12 vaccinations

Administering Zoladex injections

Running well person clinics and health promotion programmes by providing a holistic assessment and lifestyle advice on diet, smoking, alcohol intake and exercise. Facilitates change.

Able to document Consultations according to NMC guidelines

Ensures awareness of statutory and local clinical protection procedures, including systems of referral. Ability to recognise signs and symptoms of child abuse.

Able to recognise and manage anaphylaxis according to current UK guidelines.

Able to perform Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation according to current UK guidelines.

Ability to obtain and document informed consent (either verbal or written).

Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels

Participation in administrative systems in the practice. At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records

A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within the range of assigned tasks

Attend and participate in any practice meetings when required.

Providing brief interventions and onward referrals to local and secondary care.

Any other delegated duties appropriate to the post.

Special requirements of the post

Membership of the RCN

Registered with NMC

An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality. Ability to use own judgment, resourcefulness and common sense.

A commitment to maintain a high professional standard of nursing care and keep up to date with all aspects of nursing care relevant to the post.

A commitment to ensure all Health and Safety requirements and Infection Control measures are met and to report any problems to the practice manager

A commitment to the effective use of practice and NHS resources.

An awareness of own limitations and experience.

To work only in accordance with the NMC Code of Conduct and within the Scope of Professional Practice

To have a written professional development plan and to maintain an up to date portfolio which meets the requirements of registration with the NMC

Cooperate with annual appraisal meetings

Membership of the RCN

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 & Safety:

The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice Health & 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 recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, 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-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.

Personal/Professional Development:

The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, such training to include:

Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development

Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.

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 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.

Communication:

The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will 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.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Membership of the RCN
• Registered with NMC

Desirable

• At least two year's experience in practice nursing
• Cervical cytology testing
• Child immunisations
• Routine immunisations
• Chronic disease reviews
• Hypertension new patient medicals
• Peak flow readings
• Venepuncture
• Blood pressure measurements

Experience

Essential

• Experience working within a nursing team

Desirable

• Experience within primary care networks
• A minimum of two years' practice nursing

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

Fir Tree Medical Centre

Address

Fir Tree Drive South Medical Centre

103 Fir Tree Drive South

Liverpool

L12 0JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the practice nurse. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks. This will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

• To work to the IPC policy
• Develop implement and embed health promotion and well-being programmes.
• Identify, manage, and support patients at risk of developing long term conditions, preventing adverse effects to patients health.
• Provide routine nursing care to patients as required in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
• Provide wound care (ulcer/doppler etc) to patients.
• Processing and requesting pathology services/results as required.
• Provide chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required.
• Implementation and evaluating individual treatment plans for chronic disease patients.
• Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with extant legislation.
• Ensure read codes are used effectively.
• Assist in maintaining chronic disease registers.
• Chaperone patients where necessary
• Prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately.
• Support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies.
• Recognise, assess, and refer patients presenting with mental health needs to the GP.
• Implement vaccination programmes for adults and children.
• Support patients in the use of their prescribed medicines or over the counter medicines (within own scope of practice)
• Liaise with external services/agencies to ensure the patient is supported appropriately (vulnerable patients etc.)
• Delegate clinical responsibilities appropriately (ensuring safe practice and the task is within the scope of practice of the individual)
• Work as part of the clinical team with all safeguarding matters in accordance with local and national policies
• Understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately.
• Deliver opportunistic health promotion where appropriate.
• Work as part of the clinical team providing minor illness service (if in scope of practice)
• Secondary responsibilities
• • In addition to the primary responsibilities, the practice nurse may be requested to:
  • Monitor and ensure the safe storage, rotation, and disposal of vaccines.
  • Support members of the nursing team including Health Care Assistants and Phlebotomists with assistance where necessary
  • Participate in local initiatives to enhance service delivery and patient care.
  • Support and participate in shared learning within the practice.
  • Continually review clinical practices, responding to national policies and initiatives where appropriate
  • Participate in the review of significant and near-miss events applying a structured approach, i.e., root cause analysis (RCA)

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse Evidence of post registration study
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of working as a practice nurse
• Immunisations & Vaccinations
• Cervical Screening - Smears
• Wound care - Dressings, doppler and compressions
• Dressings including legs and compressions
• Blood Pressure Monitoring
• ECG Recording
• Venepuncture - Blood Taking
• Travel Immunisations
• Injections - e.g. B12, Depo-Provera

Desirable

• Experience of Chronic disease management, NHS Health Checks, Contraception Support eg pill checks, advice
• NHS Health Checks

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

Barton House Medical Practice

Address

Barton House

Beaminster

Dorset

DT8 3EQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Experience

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Meets all essential criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Desirable

• Meets all desirable criteria as per attached job description/person specification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

Memory Service Central  - Conwy /Denbighshire

Memory Service Central  - Conwy /Denbighshire

Conwy / Denbighshire

LL18 3AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description for a full list of duties and responsibilities before applying for this position.

If you refer to qualifications and employment in your supporting statement which is not reflected in your application form, this information may be discounted.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current NMC registration
• Teaching and assessing qualification and experience of mentoring students
• Specialist knowledge and experience of working with children who have bladder and bowel difficulties
• Knowledge of national policies relating to children's continence

Desirable

• Study at post graduate level
• Specialist qualification in the management of continence
• Leadership and management experience

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Knowledge of the current public health agenda in relation to children's continence
• Evidence of effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to work as part of a team and autonomously, and experience of managing own workload

Desirable

• Understanding of information governance and data protection
• Understanding and experience of equality and diversity
• Experience of and contribution to audits

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with children who have bladder and bowel issues
• Experience of multi professional working
• Experience of dealing effectively with safeguarding issues
• Ability to adapt service delivery where necessary to recognise cultural differences
• Identifying and participating in service improvement

Desirable

• Experience of team working
• Experience of working in a community setting

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Sirona care & health CIC

Address

BNSSG

Kingswood Locality Hub

Bristol

BS15 4DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.sirona-cic.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

For detailed job description and main responsibilities of the Band 4 Blood Sciences MLA Supervisor role, please see the accompanying job description and person specification.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.

Person Specification

Education & Qualification

Essential

• GCSE (or equivalent) at level C (grade 4/5) in 4 subjects including Maths, English, Science and IT.

Desirable

• A level qualifications in relevant Science subjects

Knowledge

Essential

• Awareness of patient and staff confidentiality
• Knowledge of Health & Safety in the workplace

Desirable

• Knowledge of POCT

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of co-ordinating and supervising a team and staff management delivering training and competency checks.
• Experience of working as part of a team in a busy environment

Desirable

• At least 1-year previous NHS laboratory experience
• Experience of working in NHS
• Experience of problem solving and implementing change
• Experience with using Pathology LIMS system

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to oversee and supervise work of others
• Able to follow written instructions effectively and consistently
• Able to accurately record information electronically and in written form with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Able to manage own time to complete an allocated task.
• Computer keyboard skills
• Proficient computer skills including knowledge and use of Microsoft Office programmes
• Good Interpersonal skills, including good verbal communications, telephone manner and able to deal with colleagues and service users compassionately.
• Must be motivated and have a positive attitude to teamwork.
• Reliable and works to high standards
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to use initiative where appropriate.
• Able to communicate effectively with staff of different disciplines.
• Remain calm and logical under pressure and able to cope with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Willingness to undertake training and personal development as required.

Work Related

Essential

• Occupational Health Clearance
• Able to handle and process a variety of clinical samples e.g. urine, faeces, blood, sputum
• Able to participate in early/late and weekend rotas to meet the needs of the service when required.
• Able to participate in night rota to meet the needs of the service when required.

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

Stockport NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Stepping Hill Hospital, Pathology Department

Poplar Grove

Stockport

SK2 7JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.stockport.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached and can be downloaded.

  The person specification detailed below is not the full person specification but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience at Band 5 within relevant specialty
• Proven experience of participation in practice development
• Proven experience of ward /dept. management/staff supervision

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of resource management
• Skilled clinical judgement
• Expanded role skills relevant to area of practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse relevant to specialty with current registration
• Diploma working towards degree
• Immediate Life Support Certificate

Desirable

• Mentorship
• ALS Certificate
• TNCC
• PIL's
• First Line Management course

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Tameside Hospital

Fountain Street

Ashton-Under-Lyne

OL6 9RW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Act as keyworker to patients and relatives whilst undergoing cancer treatment at Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust.

Manages his/her own caseload of patients referred from MDT and Cancer Nurse Specialists in tertiary centers. Works closely with other members of the Multidisciplinary team.

Provide expert advice to patients undergoing treatment for UGI cancer.

Will work as part of the UGI Cancer Nurse Specialist Team, providing cross cover for other members of the Team as required to ensure continuity of cancer care is provided to all patients across the pathway.

• Communicates highly sensitive and emotive condition related information to patients and relatives. E.g. terminal illness, bereavement
• Assess new patients in the clinical area, identifying their psychological, physiological, emotional spiritual and cultural needs in relation to their disease and proposed treatment, providing a pathway of nursing care for the patient.
• Act as patient advocate when relevant and be able to educate on all the treatment options to enable a patient to make an informed choice, negotiating with the medical team to agree a pathway of care.
• Provide continuity of care throughout the patients journey and liaising across specialized areas ensuring that care is seamless between tertiary centres.
• Contribute to the development of specialized programs of care and provide specialized advice, written and oral information to patients, relatives.
• Provide clinical advice and support to health care professionals within and across organizational boundaries.
• To formulate individualized patient treatment care programs in conjunction with the medical/nursing team considering
  • Each patient is placed on the correct treatment protocol.
  • Investigations and treatments are organized as needed.
• Act as a role model.
• To provide support for distressed patients / carers and bereaved relatives and identifying patients at risk and referring to appropriate agencies

Initiates change in management of care.

• Participate in case conferences in relation to future management or discharge arrangements.
• Maintain accurate patient records and ensure all relevant information is documented in medical and nursing notes.
• In collaboration with multidisciplinary team members assess the needs of patients, families and carers and provide specialist advice.
• Assist with the development of a specialized nursing service provision.

***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***

Person Specification

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Proven evidence of Continuous personal and professional development
• Demonstrable (significant) and relevant post registration experience, at Band 5 or above, in cancer, palliative care or relevant speciality

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of audit and research leadership and management experience

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse

Desirable

• Recognised teaching qualification or prepared to work towards.

Aptitude & Abilities

Essential

• Ability to support and influence change
• IT literate

Desirable

• Leadership and motivational skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust

Address

Oncology

Derriford Road

Plymouth

PL6 8DH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

This role provides specialist urology care to patients with a variety of bladder dysfunction and bladder outlet obstruction from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. You will run nurse-led clinics such as One stop LUTS, TWOC, bladder treatments, recurrent UTI, Functional urology issues ,nephrostomy care and Intermittent self catheterisation teaching. The team also offer a 'rapid access' walk in service from the main hospital site for a variety of urological issues such as blocked /stuck indwelling catheters, acute retention and blocked nephrostomy.

You will participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, and arrange diagnostic tests and investigations to support timely, effective care.

You will be actively involved in Audit and service development

You will coordinate care across services, making referrals to appropriate support networks and managing treatment-related side effects and ongoing patient needs, ensuring patients receive holistic, patient-centred care at every stage of their pathway.

You'll also use research, clinical evidence and emerging best practice to help inform treatment discussions and enhance patient care.

Be part of our urology transformation

Urology is in the midst of a transformative new project to expand and support Urology pathways which have nurse led practice at the core and works collaboratively and inclusively with the wider urology workforce

Were developing a urology department built for the future: a stronger nursing team, streamlined pathways that reduce delays, and care models that keep treatment close to home.

Join a supportive and experienced team

You'll become part of a well-established, friendly and proactive team of Benign Urology Nurse Specialists, working alongside experienced clinicians and multidisciplinary colleagues committed to delivering outstanding care.

The team enjoys strong working relationships across the service, with excellent support for the continued development of nurse-led practice.

Our service is primarily based across:

• Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)
• Ottery St Mary Community Hospital, home to our dedicated Urology Investigations Unit and Our Nurse led unit the Douglas James Centre

We are proud of the high-quality, compassionate care we provide to Urology patients.

We use the EPIC electronic patient record system, enabling seamless communication across the multidisciplinary team and immediate access to patient records, investigations and results, helping us deliver safe, efficient and coordinated care.

Training and development

We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer:

• A comprehensive and inclusive induction programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support to gain prescribing qualifications
• Clinical audit and quality improvement involvement
• Clinical governance sessions
• Journal clubs and departmental meetings
• Access to relevant courses and conferences

If youre ready for a new challenge combined with the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic quality of life, wed love to hear from you.

Working Pattern: Mon Friday 37.5 hours over 4 or 5 days

Interview: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Soosie Cole Lead Urology Nurse Specialist email [email protected]

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

Are you ready to develop your specialist nursing career and play a key role in shaping the future of urology cancer services?

We're looking for a Urology Cancer Nurse Specialist to join our growing team as we redesign care pathways, strengthen nurse-led services and deliver innovative, patient-centred care closer to home.

In this role youll further develop your specialist skills, delivering nurse-led care as an autonomous practitioner while working as a valued member of a multidisciplinary team. You'll support patients and their families throughout their cancer journey, making a real difference at every stage.

Alongside a rewarding career, you'll enjoy an exceptional quality of life in Devon. From dramatic coastlines and rolling countryside to vibrant cities, market towns and picturesque villages.

About the role

This role provides specialist support to patients throughout their cancer journey, from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. You will run nurse-led clinics, participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, and arrange diagnostic tests and investigations to support timely, effective care.

A key part of the role is communicating cancer diagnoses and recurrences with sensitivity and compassion, discussing treatment options, and helping patients make informed decisions about their care. You will provide ongoing support to patients and their families, including during disease progression and end-of-life care.

You will coordinate care across services, making referrals to appropriate support networks and managing treatment-related side effects and ongoing patient needs, ensuring patients receive holistic, patient-centred care at every stage of their pathway.

You'll also use research, clinical evidence and emerging best practice to help inform treatment discussions and enhance patient care.

Be part of our urology transformation

Urology is in the midst of a transformative new project to expand and support Urology pathways which have nurse led practice at the core and works collaboratively and inclusively with the wider urology workforce

Were developing a urology department built for the future: a stronger nursing team, streamlined pathways that reduce delays, and care models that keep treatment close to home.

Join a supportive and experienced team

You'll become part of a well-established, friendly and proactive team of Urology Cancer Nurse Specialists, working alongside experienced clinicians and multidisciplinary colleagues committed to delivering outstanding care.

The team enjoys strong working relationships across the service, with excellent support for the continued development of nurse-led practice.

Our service is primarily based across:

• Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford)
• Ottery St Mary Community Hospital, home to our dedicated Urology Investigations Unit

We are proud of the high-quality, compassionate care we provide and consistently achieve excellent results in the National Cancer Patient Experience Survey.

We use the EPIC electronic patient record system, enabling seamless communication across the multidisciplinary team and immediate access to patient records, investigations and results, helping us deliver safe, efficient and coordinated care.

Training and development

We are committed to supporting your professional growth and offer:

• A comprehensive and inclusive induction programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Support to gain prescribing qualifications
• Clinical audit and quality improvement involvement
• Clinical governance sessions
• Journal clubs and departmental meetings
• Access to relevant courses and conferences

If youre ready for a new challenge combined with the opportunity to enjoy a fantastic quality of life, wed love to hear from you.

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday - 37.5 hours

Interview: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Jane Billing, Lead Uro Oncology CNS 01392 402747 or [email protected] or Jo Hartill [email protected], Hannah Grantham [email protected], Amy Heaver [email protected]

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

The Lead Urology Nurse will provide strategic, professional and operational leadership for the urology nursing workforce across the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Working in partnership with senior clinical and operational colleagues, the post holder will drive the development of integrated urology services, ensuring safe, effective and high-quality care for patients receiving treatment for both benign and malignant urological conditions.

The role will work closely with the Care Group leadership team, Consultant Urologists, Advanced Practitioners, the Lead Cancer Nurse and multidisciplinary colleagues to develop and implement the Trust's strategic vision for urology services.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing professional leadership for the nursing workforce across benign and urological cancer services.
• Leading the development, implementation and continuous improvement of patient-centred urology pathways across acute and community settings.
• Supporting the delivery of national urology and cancer standards, constitutional targets and quality indicators.
• Working collaboratively with clinical, operational and executive colleagues to shape future models of care and improve access, patient experience and clinical outcomes.
• Leading workforce planning, succession planning and the development of advanced and specialist nursing roles to ensure a sustainable future workforce.
• Driving service transformation, innovation and quality improvement programmes across the speciality.
• Promoting research, education, audit and evidence-based practice to continually improve standards of care.
• Providing expert professional advice on urology nursing practice, governance, patient safety and clinical quality.
• Developing strong collaborative relationships across organisational boundaries to support integrated care and seamless patient pathways.
• Acting as a visible clinical leader who inspires, supports and develops staff while fostering a positive, inclusive and compassionate culture.

About the role

This is a Trust-wide leadership position with responsibility for urology nursing services delivered across North Devon District Hospital (NDDH), the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital (RDE) and community-based services.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively across organisational and professional boundaries, balancing strategic leadership with a visible clinical presence to support staff, patients and service development.

You will be expected to build strong relationships with Care Group leadership, clinical teams, corporate services and external partners, ensuring that nursing is central to the ongoing development of high-quality, sustainable urology services across the Royal Devon.

This is an exciting time to join our organisation as we continue to develop integrated services, expand our specialist workforce and deliver innovative models of care that improve outcomes for our patients.

If you are an experienced senior nurse leader with a passion for service transformation, workforce development and delivering excellence in patient care, we would welcome your application.

Working Pattern: 37.5 hours per week

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

For further information please contact: Lynne Goss, Associate Director of Patient Care - Surgery on [email protected] or Emma Woods, Senior Operational Manager - Urology on [email protected]

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

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

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Exeter

Devon

EX2 5DW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB SUMMARY

The post-holder will:

Provide assessment and treatment to children and young people with mental health needs;

Work autonomously and collaboratively within the MDT, providing consultation for other agencies/professionals;

Promote the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people.

To provide routine and urgent assessment and interventions to young people with a wide range of emotional and psychological problems who are referred to specialist CAMHS, in keeping with evidence based practice with supervision from a senior clinician within professional guidelines and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures.

KEY RESULT AREAS:

1

To support the ongoing process of delivering a comprehensive CAMHS system.

2

To provide assessment, interventions, therapy to children, young people with the most severe, complex and persistent mental health problems, including those who are severely mentally ill or at suicidal risk and where appropriate, families as both an autonomous practitioner and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a variety of settings to address need. This will include working with the CAPA model.

3

To apply a sound knowledge of safeguarding children and guidelines in clinical work.

4

To be committed to a quality approach for patient care.

5

The post-holder will demonstrate high levels of concentration and provide sustained effort in assessment of complex family issues.

6

To manage own caseload, accessing support and guidance appropriate to individual need.

7

To operate within the clinical and case management supervision framework.

8

To provide training, consultation and supervision to other service providers, partner agencies and junior members of staff as required regarding intensive interventions with children, young people and families.

9

To participate in the development, audit and review of this extension to existing service provision.

10

To undertake extended hours of work alongside fellow specialist CAMHS practitioners.

11

To work collaboratively with all services to provide coherent and co-ordinated mental health services for children and young people as well as other significant partners, ensuring timely transition and relevant consultation, training and support to universal services and targeted groups.

12

To use a range of Information Technology systems (including Rio) ensuring high quality data is collected appropriately, kept securely and confidentially

13

To participate in an agreed clinical audit programme for the service, and ensure lessons learnt from both audit and clinical incidents are reported.

14

To comply with both clinical and corporate governance frameworks.

15

To support the engagement of service stakeholders and users in the development and monitoring of service delivery and identify opportunities for service improvement and redesign.

16

To actively promote user/carer involvement in all aspects of care planning/delivery whilst respecting the rights, capabilities and wishes of the individuals concerned.

17

To work in an innovative and child, young person and family centred way, in a culture of continuous improvement and learning.

18

Apply Trust policies and procedures in instances of aggression, acute distress and disturbed mental health presentations.

19

To maintain relevant professional registration

20

To identify and communicate any concerns through the relevant management processes.

21

To demonstrate continued practice development and engage in annual appraisal.

For full job description, please see attached supporting documents.

We are aware that an increasing number of applicants are using AI technology to generate responses on NHS Job application forms. Over reliance on AI-generated content in application forms is strongly discouraged and we will conduct a thorough screening process before selecting candidates to progress to the next stage. If you are using AI to enhance your application, please disclose this in your NHS Jobs application form.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant professional qualification, e.g. nursing, or other professional allied to medicine.
• Dip SW or relevant mental health profession.
• Membership of professional body.

Desirable

• Post Registration qualification e.g. degree.
• Post graduate qualification in mental health (e.g. CBT, Family Therapy, Counselling).
• A teaching and assessing qualification.

Experience

Essential

• Substantial post qualification experience, some of which must be working with Children, young people and their carers in a mental health or other complex care setting.
• Multidisciplinary team working.
• Inter-agency liaison and consultation.
• Experience of supervising/mentoring junior staff.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and guidance e.g. NHS plan, Mental Health Legislation, Childrens act, Education Act, Working Together, Childrens NSF, Every Child Matters, etc.
• Clinical/therapeutic knowledge and skills in mental health.
• Experience in assessment and risk management and ability to implement evidence based practice.
• Proven ability to work with other agencies and disciplines and in partnership with other organisations.
• Experience of safeguarding children and young people.

Desirable

• Experience of community settings.
• Experience of working in different cultural contexts.
• Knowledge and experience of working with Equality and Diversity.

Training

Desirable

• Training and experience relating to specialist CAMHS.
• Experience of delivering training to others.

Special Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Good verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage own caseload.
• Good negotiation skills, and problem solving skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Effective record keeping and report writing skills to include care planning and risk assessments.
• IT skills.
• Have good team working skills. Be able to work across disciplines with an ability to predict and manage inter-disciplinary tensions and foster good working practices.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Able to work autonomously and as part of a team.
• Commitment to multi-agency approach.
• Ability to work and make decisions under pressure.
• Calm, confident, innovative, creative and assertive.
• Clarity of decision making.
• Willingness to be flexible and adaptable in accordance with changing service priorities.
• Commitment to challenging discrimination and improving accessibility of services.
• Ability to cope calmly in a crisis.
• To demonstrate good self care and encourage the same in team members.
• A Current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).

Physical Attributes

Essential

• Ability to undertake the duties and demands of the post. A satisfactory sickness record over the previous 2 years (subject to the need to act with fairness and equality of opportunity, particularly where the sickness is related to a disability and/or pregnancy).

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

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Folly Hall Mills

St Thomas Road

Huddersfield

HD1 3LT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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