Job summary

An exciting opportunity for an experienced RMN to join the Mother & Baby Unit Team. You should have a willingness to work towards developing your understanding of this specialist field and of infant care and development whilst working within a multidisciplinary team.

The East London Mother and Baby Unit is a specialist service that aims to provide mental health care for mothers and support in the care of their infants. The unit provides an integrated approach to care planning and promotes recovery.

We provide care and treatment for women with a pre-existing mental illness who suffer a relapse during pregnancy or after giving birth, such as bi-polar affective disorder, schizophrenia, recurrent depressive disorder, severe anxiety disorder and schizo-affective disorder

Women who develop an acute mental illness such as puerperal psychosis or depression during or afterpregnancy

Women who are at significant risk of becoming unwell in the perinatal period (prophylactic admissions) who have established diagnosis of mental illness and are already known to mental health services - referrals will be considered from 32 weeks gestation.

The aim of the unit is to ensure that all women who have young infants and who require admission can remain with their baby, enabling the special bond between mother and baby to be unbroken at a critical time in the life of a young family.

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Practice Lead will support the Clinical Nurse Manager with 24-hour operational responsibility and accountability for the provision and management of high quality nursing care and for the treatment of service users within the inpatient service area.

You will be required to support developing the service and nursing team, support care delivery and work with service users and staff to ensure the provision of practices that respond effectively to both individual and service need.

There is an expectation that the post holder will contribute to the wider unit at City and Hackney and may at times be rostered to work on other acute wards locally; this will include providing cover for the Duty Senior Nurse role. The post holder will be required to undergo PMVA training.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

The Patient Safety, Learning and Governance (PSL&G) Administrator provides comprehensive administrative, governance and coordination support to the Trust's Patient Safety, Learning and Governance function. The post-holder plays a key role in supporting Learning from Deaths and mortality review processes, ensuring accurate information management, effective meeting administration, maintenance of governance systems, and the timely production of reports and documentation.

Working closely with a Patient Safety Lead Reviewer and the Associate Director and wider PSL & G Team.

Main duties of the job

Provide administrative and governance support to the Patient Safety, Learning and Governance (PSL&G) Team. Support the Trust's Learning from Deaths and mortality review processes. Coordinate meetings and governance activities, including diary management, minute taking and action tracking. Maintain mortality, governance and patient information records, databases and systems. Produce and monitor reports, performance information and governance documentation. Act as a key point of contact for internal and external stakeholders. Provide administrative support to the Associate Director and wider PSL & G Team. Maintain governance resources, systems and intranet information.Support procurement, invoice processing and general departmental administration.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 an hour per annum Inc HCA

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

363-CP8281243

Job locations

Robert Dolan House,

9 Alie Street

London

E1 8DE

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support to the Patient Safety, Learning and Governance (PSL&G) Team, ensuring the smooth operation of governance and patient safety activities.
• Support the Trust's Learning from Deaths and mortality review processes through effective administration, coordination, and information management.
• Organise and administer meetings, including diary management, preparation and distribution of agendas and papers, minute taking, action tracking, and follow-up of agreed actions.
• Provide administrative support to the Associate Director, ensuring effective scheduling of meetings, appointments, and key activities.
• Maintain action logs, governance records, and tracking systems to support the delivery of governance and quality improvement objectives.

• Maintain mortality and expected deaths databases, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Manage and process sensitive patient information and mortality data in accordance with Trust policies, information governance requirements, GDPR, and confidentiality standards.
• Utilise Trust systems including RiO, EMIS, SystmOne, Microsoft Excel, and InPhase to record, monitor, analyse, and report information.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of mortality and governance data, identifying and resolving discrepancies where appropriate.

• Support the production and distribution of routine reports, dashboards, governance papers, and performance information.
• Collate, analyse, and maintain information required for internal governance processes and external reporting requirements.
• Assist in monitoring progress against agreed actions, deadlines, and governance objectives.
• Support the preparation of documentation for committees, meetings, and reviews.

• Act as a key point of contact for the PSL&G Team, responding to enquiries and coordinating information requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Liaise with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including NHS England, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), Executive Directors, clinical teams, legal services, and other partner organisations.
• Facilitate effective communication between stakeholders to support governance processes and information sharing.

• Maintain governance-related intranet pages, information resources, and departmental records to ensure they remain current and accessible.
• Support the administration of governance systems and databases, ensuring information is maintained accurately and securely.
• Assist with procurement, ordering, invoice processing, and other administrative duties required to support service delivery.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of administrative systems and processes within the service.

• Work independently, using initiative and sound judgement while adhering to Trust policies and procedures.
• Prioritise and manage a varied workload, ensuring competing deadlines are met and high standards of accuracy are maintained.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times and demonstrate a commitment to the Trust's values and governance standards.
• Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post, as required by the needs of the service.

Job description Job responsibilities Provide comprehensive administrative and coordination support to the Patient Safety, Learning and Governance (PSL&G) Team, ensuring the smooth operation of governance and patient safety activities. Support the Trust's Learning from Deaths and mortality review processes through effective administration, coordination, and information management. Organise and administer meetings, including diary management, preparation and distribution of agendas and papers, minute taking, action tracking, and follow-up of agreed actions. Provide administrative support to the Associate Director, ensuring effective scheduling of meetings, appointments, and key activities. Maintain action logs, governance records, and tracking systems to support the delivery of governance and quality improvement objectives. Maintain mortality and expected deaths databases, ensuring records are accurate, complete, and up to date. Manage and process sensitive patient information and mortality data in accordance with Trust policies, information governance requirements, GDPR, and confidentiality standards. Utilise Trust systems including RiO, EMIS, SystmOne, Microsoft Excel, and InPhase to record, monitor, analyse, and report information. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of mortality and governance data, identifying and resolving discrepancies where appropriate. Support the production and distribution of routine reports, dashboards, governance papers, and performance information. Collate, analyse, and maintain information required for internal governance processes and external reporting requirements. Assist in monitoring progress against agreed actions, deadlines, and governance objectives. Support the preparation of documentation for committees, meetings, and reviews. Act as a key point of contact for the PSL&G Team, responding to enquiries and coordinating information requests in a timely and professional manner. Liaise with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including NHS England, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs), Executive Directors, clinical teams, legal services, and other partner organisations. Facilitate effective communication between stakeholders to support governance processes and information sharing. Maintain governance-related intranet pages, information resources, and departmental records to ensure they remain current and accessible. Support the administration of governance systems and databases, ensuring information is maintained accurately and securely. Assist with procurement, ordering, invoice processing, and other administrative duties required to support service delivery. Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of administrative systems and processes within the service. Work independently, using initiative and sound judgement while adhering to Trust policies and procedures. Prioritise and manage a varied workload, ensuring competing deadlines are met and high standards of accuracy are maintained. Maintain confidentiality at all times and demonstrate a commitment to the Trust's values and governance standards. Undertake any other duties appropriate to the grade of the post, as required by the needs of the service.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• The role requires good literacy and numeracy skills, with GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of maintaining databases, spreadsheets, electronic record systems, shared drives and filing systems.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of organising and administering meetings, events and training sessions, including co-preparation of; agendas, minute-taking, action tracking and circulation of documentation.

Person Specification Experience Essential The role requires good literacy and numeracy skills, with GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics Experience Essential oExperience of maintaining databases, spreadsheets, electronic record systems, shared drives and filing systems. Experience Essential Experience of organising and administering meetings, events and training sessions, including co-preparation of; agendas, minute-taking, action tracking and circulation of documentation.

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

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Robert Dolan House,

9 Alie Street

London

E1 8DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Robert Dolan House,

9 Alie Street

London

E1 8DE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are seeking to recruit 4x education wellbeing practitioners to join the Tower Hamlets Education Wellbeing Service (THEWS).

THEWS is a Mental Health Support Team (MHST) established following the government Green Paper: Transforming Children & Young People's Mental Health Provision. The service has undergone recent expansion. For further information about our service please see our website: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/thews

The three core functions of a Mental Health Support Team (MHST) are:

1. Delivering evidence-based interventions for children and young people (CYP) with mild-to-moderate mental health problems.
2. Supporting the senior mental health lead in each education setting to introduce, develop and deliver the whole school/college approach.
3. Giving timely advice to school and college staff, and liaising with external specialist services, to help CYP to get the right support and stay in education.

THEWS is part of the Tower Hamlets Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) based in Whitechapel, East London.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will deliver and assess outcome focused, evidence-based interventions to children and young people with mild-to-moderate mental health problems, and their families, parents, and carers. They will support the senior mental health lead to introduce or develop their whole school/college approach. They will also liaise with supervisors to agree appropriate signposting and referrals for children and young people.

In line with Trust policy, the service has adopted a hybrid clinical working model of direct face to face and remote working as appropriate.

The service embraces continual improvement and well-being of the staff and has a high degree of enthusiasm for quality improvement and working together with partner agencies to provide the highest quality service to the population we serve.

About us

The East London NHS Foundation Trust (ELFT) provides a wide range of community and inpatient services to children, young people, adults of working age, older adults and forensic services to the City of London, Hackney, Newham, Tower Hamlets, Bedfordshire and Luton. In Tower Hamlets the Trust provides high standard mental health services for children and young people based on strong partnerships with the Borough's education and social care services, community health services and voluntary/third sector agencies.

Job summary

Newham Talking Therapies (NTT), Centre for Clinical Excellence is looking to recruit a part-time (4 days/0.80 WTE) Deputy Clinical lead to join a busy and high performing and creative team. We are part of East London NHS Foundation Trust which has been rated "Outstanding" for the second year by Care Quality Commission (CQC) and are committed to ensuring a healthy work life balance and a positive working environment.

NTT is an exceptional talking therapies service with excellent development opportunities. We are committed to the progression of our team members and our posts are formulated to allow for development of clinical expertise in chosen clinical areas. As well as offering a range of therapies, the service also runs as a training centre, therefore offering opportunities for supervision and training.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will be one of the three Deputy Clinical Leads. All Deputies share the majority of core service, strategic and staff management tasks but each will lead on different clinical and service areas. This post will provide clinical, strategic and performance leadership for all High Intensity modalities, i.e. CBT, relational therapies and Long-term Health Conditions. The post-holder will also perform responsibilities delegated by the Clinical Lead as appropriate for this level of seniority.

Under the directions of the Clinical Lead, the post holder will work closely and jointly with the counterpart Deputy Clinical Leads to maintain and further develop the full integration of the service (i.e. staff and performance management, interventions across steps, modalities and clinical specialist areas).

Through direct management of Managers (8As), the Deputy Clinical Leads will ensure the services vision, NTT business model, clinical quality, productivity and KPIs are consistently and systematically delivered. Due to rapid and constant changes in IAPT services targets and landscape, the two Deputies are required to work jointly to manage throughput, capacity and a quick turnaround of sound strategies to ensure the delivery of the services KPIs.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

The CRHTT operates a 24 hour a day, 7 day a week service for people aged 18 years and above who are experiencing a mental health crisis or requiring support to be discharged from the acute wards. The service will maintain focus on identifying, assessing and care planning for service users.

The post holder will be expected to be self-motivating with the ability to demonstrate accurate formulations of mental state, risk and need for people in a mental health crisis and take into account medical, social & cultural factors and referring on to other disciplines in the team or other agencies as appropriate within the given timeframes for the service. In particular you will be expected to assess and update risk on each contact and be fully aware of the safeguarding concerns.

The post holder will provide advice on mental health issues and participate in carrying out training programs for clinical teams on the management of a wide variety of mental health problems.

The post holder will be expected to maintain the highest degree of professionalism and service at all times and will work in collaboration with the teams and organisations that come into contact with the service.

Main duties of the job

To work within a multidisciplinary service, assessing referrals from various sources including GPs, CMHT's and the acute admission wards and providing home treatment for patients accepted on to our caseload.

To be a part of the assessment or the home treatment team within the Crisis Team.

To provide Gatekeeping and feedback based on the CRHTT criteria.

To provide comprehensive risk assessments incorporating baseline physical assessments.

Provide expert advice on the management, treatment interventions and diagnosis of patients experiencing a mental health crisis with the aim of minimising risks, ensuring safe care and promote recovery.

Provide support to acute hospital wards and facilitate early discharge of patients or support them while on leave and reduce length of stay for patients in hospital.

To use a range of psycho-social interventions to improve mental health outcomes for patients

To reduce re-admissions to the acute hospitals by facilitating client education and service user led recovery and independence as well as longer term support.

To act on a regular basis as a shift co-ordinator assigning colleagues work for the day.

Be aware of and adhere to our lone worker policy.

When required supervise and facilitate the administration of medication.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

02 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per Annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

363-LUT8300399

Job locations

Townsend Court

Mayer Way

Houghton Regis

LU5 5BF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work within a multidisciplinary service, assessing referrals from various sources including GPs, CMHTs and the acute admission wards and providing home treatment for patients accepted on to our caseload.

To be a part of the assessment or the home treatment team within the Crisis Team.

To provide Gatekeeping and feedback based on the CRHTT criteria.

To provide comprehensive risk assessments incorporating baseline physical assessments.

Provide expert advice on the management, treatment interventions and diagnosis of patients experiencing a mental health crisis with the aim of minimising risks, ensuring safe care and promote recovery.

Provide support to acute hospital wards and facilitate early discharge of patients or support them while on leave and reduce length of stay for patients in hospital.

To use a range of psycho-social interventions to improve mental health outcomes for patients

To reduce re-admissions to the acute hospitals by facilitating client education and service user led recovery and independence as well as longer term support.

To provide seamless care from the GP or ward to community for those patients under our service.

To act on a regular basis as a shift co-ordinator assigning colleagues work for the day.

Be aware of and adhere to our lone worker policy.

When required supervise and facilitate the administration of medication.

Participate in the multi-disciplinary team meetings as well as team and business meetings.

To promote social inclusion, community access and participation through the provision of client care.

Where appropriate and with authorisation, act as an advocate for patients and carers

Job description Job responsibilities To work within a multidisciplinary service, assessing referrals from various sources including GPs, CMHTs and the acute admission wards and providing home treatment for patients accepted on to our caseload. To be a part of the assessment or the home treatment team within the Crisis Team. To provide Gatekeeping and feedback based on the CRHTT criteria. To provide comprehensive risk assessments incorporating baseline physical assessments. Provide expert advice on the management, treatment interventions and diagnosis of patients experiencing a mental health crisis with the aim of minimising risks, ensuring safe care and promote recovery. Provide support to acute hospital wards and facilitate early discharge of patients or support them while on leave and reduce length of stay for patients in hospital. To use a range of psycho-social interventions to improve mental health outcomes for patients To reduce re-admissions to the acute hospitals by facilitating client education and service user led recovery and independence as well as longer term support. To provide seamless care from the GP or ward to community for those patients under our service. To act on a regular basis as a shift co-ordinator assigning colleagues work for the day. Be aware of and adhere to our lone worker policy. When required supervise and facilitate the administration of medication. Participate in the multi-disciplinary team meetings as well as team and business meetings. To promote social inclusion, community access and participation through the provision of client care. Where appropriate and with authorisation, act as an advocate for patients and carers

Person Specification

Education/ Qualification/ Training

Essential

• oRegistered Mental Health Nurse
• oHold a full UK driving license as this post you will be an essential car user

Desirable

• oEvidence of continual professional development
• oMentorship sign off desired

Experience

Essential

• oExperience of working in a multidisciplinary Crisis Pathway team
• oExperience of supervising staff
• oExtensive and demonstrable experience of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programs of care, particularly in an acute care or older adult community setting

Desirable

• oEssential and demonstrable experience of writing concise and clear clinical reports

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• oDemonstrate a thorough knowledge, understanding and practical experience of risk assessment and risk management
• oDemonstrate an awareness and understanding of child and adult protection issues

Desirable

• oDemonstrate a thorough knowledge, expertise and practical experience of a full range of therapeutic nursing skills and approaches to people with mental health problems aged 18 years and above

Person Specification Education/ Qualification/ Training Essential oRegistered Mental Health Nurse oHold a full UK driving license as this post you will be an essential car user Desirable oEvidence of continual professional development oMentorship sign off desired Experience Essential oExperience of working in a multidisciplinary Crisis Pathway team oExperience of supervising staff oExtensive and demonstrable experience of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programs of care, particularly in an acute care or older adult community setting Desirable oEssential and demonstrable experience of writing concise and clear clinical reports Knowledge and Skills Essential oDemonstrate a thorough knowledge, understanding and practical experience of risk assessment and risk management oDemonstrate an awareness and understanding of child and adult protection issues Desirable oDemonstrate a thorough knowledge, expertise and practical experience of a full range of therapeutic nursing skills and approaches to people with mental health problems aged 18 years and above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Townsend Court

Mayer Way

Houghton Regis

LU5 5BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Townsend Court

Mayer Way

Houghton Regis

LU5 5BF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking to expand our team with a permanent position for a Community Nursing and Care Coordinator. This role involves making assessments within Health (SAP/CPA) and Social Care (Care Management) frameworks.

You will be responsible for setting up, implementing, and reviewing suitable care plans while also providing support and advice to relatives and caregivers. Your role will include promoting the needs of service users who have mental health challenges and offering training and education whenever possible.

Working alongside the crisis pathway services, you will ensure a safe and effective urgent community assessment and treatment response. Your duties will include conducting thorough assessments, including risk evaluations, in an effective and efficient manner.

You will collaborate to create and agree upon crisis safety care plans, offering support and guidance to families and caregivers. The position requires a flexible approach, adapting to the needs of the Neighbourhood Mental Health Team (NMHT) service and the community.

Main duties of the job

Develop and maintain a high standard of practice based on assessment through the use of pscyho

education, the Recovery Model and supportive clinical management.

Liaise and establish good working relationships with referring agents, colleagues in Primary Care

services, Social Services, Community Mental Health Teams, Assertive Outreach, In-Patient services,

Criminal Justice, Voluntary Sector and other agencies as appropriate.

To have knowledge of and practice a range of therapeutic interventions available to reduce distress

for individuals experiencing an acute mental health crisis.

Ability to work autonomously and within MDT setting.

To work with the multi-disciplinary team in developing plans that offer supportive crisis care in the

least restrictive way.

Act as a role model in the practice area, encouraging staff in teaching and supervision to sustain a

supportive learning environment.

Be responsible for the maintenance and accurate recording of patient information in the

documentation systems and to ensure the effective dissemination of service user information

throughout the multidisciplinary team.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

We have an opportunity for a Full Time Qualified Assistant Technical Officer to join the Mile End Pharmacy Dispensary team. The post holder will be an integral part of the team, participating in the full range of dispensing activities. They will also provide top up duties to ensure stock is maintained in the most appropriate way.

You should have great communication and interpersonal skills; be motivated, flexible and adaptable; and be able to work in an ever changing environment.

You will be expected to develop good working relationships with other staff within the pharmacy and the hospital.

All applicants must have completed the pharmacy service assistant apprenticeship or equivalent pharmacy services modules at level 2, covering law & ethics, assembly, supply, and handling stock.

For any further information please contact Lianne Zammitt or Jennifer Clifford on 0204 591 9100.

Main duties of the job

o To assist with the provision of a high quality pharmacy service to patients of the Trusto To undertake general dispensary and distribution activities including ward based top upso To assist the technical and professional staff in the day-to-day running of the Department

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations

Job summary

East London Foundation Trust (ELFT) provides a wide range of mental health, community and primary care services across East London, Outer North East London, Bedfordshire and Luton. The trust has an overarching vision to improve the quality of life for all we serve by focusing our efforts on improving population health outcomes, experience of care, staff experience and value. The trust has been rated outstanding by CQC and as a trust we do everything we can to embody our values of 'we care, we respect, we are inclusive'. ELFT's vision to improve the quality of life for all those we serve has drawn us into new areas of work, including primary care. As we move forwards to provide more primary care services it is an exciting time to be part of truly transformational change across the whole health and care system. As part of the new primary care directorate within ELFT our team will be involved in leading triple aim population health quality improvement work. Quality of care is our top priority. It is at the forefront of all that we do and is firmly embodied in our mission to provide the highest quality primary, community and mental health care in England. Being the best requires continual improvement- always seeking to do things better. Sometimes it involves fundamental change in the way things are done, with everyone working together sharing the same passion and commitment.

Main duties of the job

• Under the direction of the Practice Nurses and ACPs, undertake basic nursing and technical tasks to provide a comprehensive nursing service for Practice patients.
• Undertake routine diagnostic nursing tasks such as, ECGs, blood pressure checks, ambulatory blood pressure monitoring, blood glucose monitoring, routine heights, weights and urinalysis
• Use patient contacts as opportunities to promote health education, including education on practice systems such as obtaining a blood result.
• Participate in health promotion
• Take responsibility for the administration of diabetic care planning, coordinating patient results and clinical observations and ensuring the care plan is sent to the patient in time for their annual review
• To participate and administer Long Term Condition reviews
• Provide vaccination to relevant cohorts (if trained to do so)

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) to work as the Ward Manager for Galaxy Ward (PICU) CAMHS inpatient PICU ward ward based in Newham.

We are looking for somebody who is passionate and skilled to take on this role.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be enthusiastic, forward thinking and have a keen interest in working with adolescents and their families in a mental health setting. You will be working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, providing care for young people with a wide range of needs.

The Clinical Nurse Manager will have 9-5 Monday to Friday operational responsibility and accountability for the provision and management of high quality nursing care and for the treatment of service users within the inpatient service area. You will be required to clinically lead, develop the service and nursing team, support care delivery and work with service users and staff to ensure the provision of practices that respond effectively to both individual and service need.

Main duties of the job

To co-ordinate and provide care and treatment to an identified group of patients without direct supervision. In addition, supporting junior staff in delivery of care provision.

To manage and organise work as required.

Take responsibility for the development and delivery of evidence based practice for service users with complex needs, ensuring that it supports and reflects service user individual needs, Trust objectives and professional guidance.

Promotes evidence based practice and embeds QI.

Postholder will be responsible for high quality care provision with highly complex service users and groups.

About us

Our aim is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

Are you an experienced nurse looking to develop your specialist skills and be at the forefront of improving continence care across the community?

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Senior Continence Nurse Advisor to join our Bedfordshire Continence Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a dedicated, supportive specialist team delivering high-quality, evidence-based continence care across primary care settings.

You will manage a complex caseload of patients with bladder and bowel dysfunction, providing highly specialised assessment, diagnosis and treatment, including pelvic floor exercised, bladder scanning and neuromuscular electrical stimulation. Working autonomously while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will play a key role in developing care pathways, promoting best practice and supporting education across the wider health economy.

This is a friendly, experienced and forward-thinking team where professional support and clinical supervision are readily available. We are committed to delivering outstanding patient-centred care, improving patient experience and continuously developing our service in line with national guidance and best practice.

If you are passionate about empowering patients, influencing practice and driving quality improvement, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your specialist knowledge and skills in continence care within a supportive and forward-thinking community service. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based bladder and bowel care across primary care settings.

You will manage your own complex caseload, providing comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment for patients with bladder and bowel dysfunction. The role offers the opportunity to be involved in service development, education delivery, health promotion and innovative projects that enhance patient experience, clinical outcomes and cost-effective prescribing across the local health economy.

Experience in adult community nursing and continence care is desirable.

We are looking for a dynamic, motivated practitioner who has the confidence to support, coach and develop colleagues to deliver consistently high standards of care. You will act as a clinical resource across primary and secondary care, influencing practice and promoting best evidence-based approaches.

Excellent communication, clinical reasoning and time management skills are essential. You will need a flexible approach to meet the evolving needs of the service, alongside the drive and enthusiasm to contribute to ongoing quality improvement and service development.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

Post:

District Nurse-Caseload Holder Nurse-Band 6

Hours: Part Time (30 hours)

Contract: Permanent

Are you looking to progress your leadership and clinical skills and be at the forefront of change?

We are seeking a Community Nurse Caseload Holder/Qualified District Nurse to work within the North Bedford Locality. You will be a strong leader, focused on achieving real improvements in outcomes for patients and will be confident in your ability to support, coach and develop individuals and teams to deliver consistently high quality services. You will be innovative, forward thinking, self-driven with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

We are seeking an Induction Nurse/Qualified District Nurse to work within the Bedford Locality. You will be a strong, supportive leader, focused on carrying out effective induction plans for new members of staff starting in post with the Community Nursing Team, based at Twinwoods health Resource Centre, North Bedford. Providing real improvements in outcomes for patients and will be confident in your ability to support, coach and develop individuals and teams to deliver consistently high quality services. You will be innovative, forward thinking, self-driven with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You should have Community Nursing experience.

Main duties of the job

You will take pride in your work and be highly motivated and dynamic, have a flexible approach and be able to embrace change. Being a collaborative worker and the ability to network and build relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders is essential. You will be supporting the delivery of urgent response care and virtual ward as part of this role.

Due to the nature of the post the applicant must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post and hold a driving licence and have access to a car.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations

Job summary

Clinical Lead Practitioner

We have a secondment opportunity for a Clinical Lead Practitioner. The service mission is to provide a high-quality service for people with severe and enduring mental health needs by working in active partnership with service users, carers and with local voluntary and community groups, in addition to statutory services within the Primary Care Network (PCN) Structure in Newham. The 10 Newham PCNs are grouped in 5 Mental Health PCNs, with 5 aligned CIMH Teams, managed by a North and South sector manager. CIMHS is an emergent service, integrating a range of existing offers, including ELFT's Enhanced Primary Care (EPC) and Assessment and Brief Treatment (ABT), with new provision funded via NHSE early implementer resource, including significant 3rd Sector provision, Peer Support and existing Social Care provision.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as an autonomous and accountable practitioner within an integrated team.

- To provide clinical and management supervision for band 6 and other staff as agreed

- To provide a consistently high standard of mental health care to people in Newham; to assess patients based on sound theory, principles and practice within a nursing context in line with the CIMHS operational guidelines.

- To liaise with other care providers in Newham in order to facilitate a comprehensive service for individual service users.

- To promote and maintain a specific focus and interest in the care of people with mental health needs.

- To liaise and work closely with the team's attached ward in order to promote a seamless service between services.

In addition to the above, they are expected work in conjunction with their band 6 Clinicians.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job summary

Clinical Team Leader: RMN/Learning Disability/Eating Disorder/Childrens Nurses

Permanent/ Full Time- 37.5 hours

The Coborn Centre for Adolescent Mental Health, Cherry Tree Way, Glen Road, Newham, London E13 8SP

The Coborn Centre is a renowned child and adolescent mental health (CAMH) unit located in Newham, East London.

We are part of a collaborative of inpatient and community CAHM services across North Central East London (NCEL). We look after young people aged 12- 18 and work closely with families, schools, local authorities and various community teams.

The Coborn Centre opened in 2006 and comprises of 12 acute beds, 16 psychiatric intensive care beds and up to 9 day service places. The service has led the way in the design of adolescent mental health facilities nationally. We were awarded an excellent by the QNIC accreditation process and also accredited as Outstanding by the CQC.

The Coborn Centre can offer you a rewarding career where you will be valued as a key member of our team and every day you'll be able to make a difference to the lives of the young people that access our services, supporting and encouraging them to achieve their goals and ambitions.

Main duties of the job

We currently have opportunities for enthusiastic and innovative qualified RMN, Learning Disability Nurses/Child Nurses/Eating Disorder Nurses to join our general admissions acute ward.

The post holder should have robust nursing skills and have a keen interest in working with young people and their families to support recovery.

A typical day may include helping a young person return to school, helping a young person through a period of extreme distress, liaising with other agencies to coordinate care or supporting families.

About us

You will work with a supportive team who lay a great focus on the wellbeing of their staff and provide all help to settle well into your role. There is support and development including, supervision, reflection, teaching, and preceptorship programmes.

The Trust also offers a range of staff benefits including car leasing, cycle to work schemes, Employee Assistance programme and much more.

There is free parking at the hospital for staff.

See JD and PS attached for B5 and B6. When applying, in your supporting statement, please mention which role you are applying for.

Newly Qualified welcome to apply to Band 5

Job summary

Job Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Waltham Forest Clinical Health Psychological Services as a band 6 qualified Clinical Associate in Psychology (CAP). The successful post holder will work as part of a specialist multidisciplinary team providing psychologically informed assessment, formulation and evidence-based interventions for adults experiencing psychological difficulties associated with physical health conditions, including long-term conditions, adjustment to health and medically unexplained symptoms. The successful candidate will be working under the supervision of a qualified HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist and play a vital role in improving access to psychological therapies, support recovery, promote community engagement, including partnership-working with various stakeholders. The role provides an opportunity to collaborate with patients, carers, healthcare professionals, community organisations, and voluntary sector partners to deliver high-quality, person-centred care. We are particularly interested in candidates who are enthusiastic about reducing health inequalities, promoting inclusion, and supporting people to achieve meaningful goals that improve their quality of life and wellbeing. Experience of working within diverse communities and a commitment to the values of the NHS are essential.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties of the Job The successful candidate will: Deliver psychological assessments, formulation and evidence-based interventions for adults with complex mental health presentations in the context of physical health conditions. Assessments and interventions will be delivered in person, telephone or digital platform. Develop collaborative treatment plans and support service users to achieve agreed recovery and wellbeing goals. Undertake risk assessments and contribute to the psychological management of risk in accordance with service policies and procedures. Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, primary care, secondary care services, social care, community organisations and voluntary sector partners to coordinate care and improve outcomes. Support the development of psychologically informed care across health and social care settings, acting as a psychological resource to colleagues and partner organisations. Contribute to service evaluation, audit, quality improvement initiatives and research activity to enhance service delivery and patient experience. Work closely with lived experience representatives and local communities to co-produce and co-develop services. Participate in regular clinical and managerial supervision. Maintain accurate and timely clinical records, prepare reports and correspondence as required. Receive opportunities for continuing professional development, reflective practice, training.

About us

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

Details

Date posted

08 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

JAC-3BDL-002010

Job locations

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities

As a CAP, you will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive psychological assessments and developing formulations that enhance understanding of the emotional, behavioural and social factors affecting an individual's physical and mental health. Using evidence-based approaches, you will deliver psychological interventions, to support improved health outcomes and quality of life. Interventions will be delivered individually or in a group and the role may involve working across multiple sites.

You will work collaboratively with service users, carers and support networks to promote engagement, recovery, including understanding the relationship between physical and psychological health. Alongside this, you will deliver culturally sensitive, inclusive and equitable person-centred care, recognising the impact of diversity and health inequalities for all service users.

Essential Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society.
• MSc Clinical Associate in Psychology (MCAP) qualification from an accredited training provider.
• Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means youll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. Were CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. Our Values 2025 - 2030 Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:
• We are kind.
• We are respectful.
• We work together with our communities.
• These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people. Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing onengagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Select One: High Cost Area Supplement Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time). Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust. Use of AI We value applications that genuinely reflect each candidates own skills, experience and motivations. We therefore strongly discourage the use of AI-generated content in applications. Applications should be written in your own words and accurately represent your knowledge, skills and experience. We reserve the right to reject an application where we reasonably believe AI has been used to generate or materially contribute to its content. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means youll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. Were CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact: Name: Dr Maria Tziggili Job title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist Contact Number: 0300 555 1200 extension 55794 Email: [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities Detailed Job Description and Main Responsibilities As a CAP, you will be responsible for undertaking comprehensive psychological assessments and developing formulations that enhance understanding of the emotional, behavioural and social factors affecting an individual's physical and mental health. Using evidence-based approaches, you will deliver psychological interventions, to support improved health outcomes and quality of life. Interventions will be delivered individually or in a group and the role may involve working across multiple sites. You will work collaboratively with service users, carers and support networks to promote engagement, recovery, including understanding the relationship between physical and psychological health. Alongside this, you will deliver culturally sensitive, inclusive and equitable person-centred care, recognising the impact of diversity and health inequalities for all service users. Essential Qualifications Undergraduate degree in Psychology with Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society. MSc Clinical Associate in Psychology (MCAP) qualification from an accredited training provider. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means youll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. Were CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. Our Values 2025 - 2030 Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are: We are kind. We are respectful. We work together with our communities. These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people. Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing onengagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Select One: High Cost Area Supplement Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time). Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust. Use of AI We value applications that genuinely reflect each candidates own skills, experience and motivations. We therefore strongly discourage the use of AI-generated content in applications. Applications should be written in your own words and accurately represent your knowledge, skills and experience. We reserve the right to reject an application where we reasonably believe AI has been used to generate or materially contribute to its content. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means youll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. Were CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact: Name: Dr Maria Tziggili Job title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist Contact Number: 0300 555 1200 extension 55794 Email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in psychology (with graduate basis for registration with BPS)
• MCAP qualification from an accredited CAP training provider

Experience

Essential

• Experience of work in the NHS with adults with complex mental health needs
• Delivering evidence based psychological interventions with individuals and groups presenting with severe and/or complex mental health problems
• Audit, evaluation or research
• Work in multi-cultural settings
• Work with community, voluntary & social enterprise organisations
• Work with interpreters
• Conducting service related research

Desirable

• Working in MDTs
• Lived experience of mental health issues or psychological problems as a service user or carer
• Work with behaviours that challenge services

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Undergraduate degree in psychology (with graduate basis for registration with BPS) MCAP qualification from an accredited CAP training provider Experience Essential Experience of work in the NHS with adults with complex mental health needs Delivering evidence based psychological interventions with individuals and groups presenting with severe and/or complex mental health problems Audit, evaluation or research Work in multi-cultural settings Work with community, voluntary & social enterprise organisations Work with interpreters Conducting service related research Desirable Working in MDTs Lived experience of mental health issues or psychological problems as a service user or carer Work with behaviours that challenge services

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

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Aim of the role: The expectation of this post holder will be to support their team, department and organisation to achieve the Trusts Values in their day to day work. These are: We are kind We are respectful We work together with our communities The post holder will achieve this by: The post holder will be a Rehabilitation Assistant (Band 3), assisting Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service in providing a high standard therapy service to patients within the community. This is by supporting the multi-professional team in the assessment and implementation of falls prevention treatment programmes and care plans for patients who may have diverse presentations and varying physical and psychological conditions. Agreed treatment programmes / care plans will be carried out by the post holder, at times, working alone within the patients home.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities: 1. To carry out prescribed treatment programmes and care plans with patients including those with diverse or complex disabilities and multi pathologies, seeking assistance from a qualified member of the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as required. 2. To monitor treatment / care plans and evaluate patient progress to a satisfactory outcome, reporting on and advising the Registered Therapist/Band 4 of any changes, problems and outcomes, or requesting assistance and advice as required. 3. Assist the Registered Occupational Therapists, or Physiotherapists in home visit assessments/treatments and carry out lone access home visit assessments/treatments as directed. 4. Working in the community and domiciliary settings work as a lone practitioner with instruction and support from an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Nurse or Band 4. 5. To be aware of and responsible for reporting clinical risk within own patient caseload. 6. Work within trust clinical guidelines and professional guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate. 7. Represent the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as instructed. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team, under the guidance of the responsible therapist/nurse.

About us

NELFT NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health and community services for over 4.9 million people living in the London Boroughs of Waltham Forest, Redbridge, Barking and Dagenham, Havering, and across Essex. We work to ensure our patients, their friends and family, feel confident that their health needs are well met. With an excellent reputation for research and development, our skilled health professionals are at the cutting edge of evidence-based innovation, opening up the possibilities for better ways of working and delivery of care.

Details

Date posted

07 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

NDD-001841

Job locations

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job overview

We are looking for 2 Rehabilitation Assistances to work in the Falls Prevention Service- one full time (37.5 hours a week) and one part time (24.75 hours a week)

The post holder will be a Rehabilitation Assistant (Band 3), assisting Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service in providing a high standard therapy service to patients within the community.

This is by supporting the multi-professional team in the assessment and implementation of falls prevention treatment programmes and care plans for patients who may have diverse presentations and varying physical and psychological conditions.

Agreed treatment programmes / care plans will be carried out by the post holder, at times, working alone within the patients’ home. They will also assist in the delivery of Falls Education and Balance Classes.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

• To carry out prescribed treatment programmes and care plans with patients including those with diverse or complex disabilities and multi pathologies, seeking assistance from a qualified member of the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as required.
• To monitor treatment / care plans and evaluate patient progress to a satisfactory outcome, reporting on and advising the Registered Therapist/Nurse/Band 4 of any changes, problems and outcomes, or requesting assistance and advice as required.
• Assist the Registered Occupational Therapists, or Physiotherapists in home visit assessments/treatments and carry out lone access home visit assessments/treatments as directed.
• Working in the community and domiciliary settings work as a lone practitioner with instruction and support from an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Band 4.
• To be aware of and responsible for reporting clinical risk within own patient caseload.
• Work within trust clinical guidelines and professional guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate.
• Represent the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as instructed. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team, under the guidance of the responsible therapist/nurse.
• To be aware of the basic principles of first aid and to apply them when necessary and in communication with a trained professional.
• To undertake duties at all times with regard to the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974.
• To be aware of, and respect the right to patient choice and dignity, and promote this at all times.

Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas.

The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT.

Our Values 2025 - 2030

Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are:

• We are kind.
• We are respectful.
• We work together with our communities.

These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people.

Starting with NELFT

NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital.

Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period.

Select One:

High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time).

Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application.

We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications.

For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact:

Name: Maggie Howlett

Job title: Falls Team Lead

Contact Number: 54058

Email: [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities Job overview We are looking for 2 Rehabilitation Assistances to work in the Falls Prevention Service- one full time (37.5 hours a week) and one part time (24.75 hours a week) The post holder will be a Rehabilitation Assistant (Band 3), assisting Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service in providing a high standard therapy service to patients within the community. This is by supporting the multi-professional team in the assessment and implementation of falls prevention treatment programmes and care plans for patients who may have diverse presentations and varying physical and psychological conditions. Agreed treatment programmes / care plans will be carried out by the post holder, at times, working alone within the patients’ home. They will also assist in the delivery of Falls Education and Balance Classes. Detailed job description and main responsibilities To carry out prescribed treatment programmes and care plans with patients including those with diverse or complex disabilities and multi pathologies, seeking assistance from a qualified member of the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as required. To monitor treatment / care plans and evaluate patient progress to a satisfactory outcome, reporting on and advising the Registered Therapist/Nurse/Band 4 of any changes, problems and outcomes, or requesting assistance and advice as required. Assist the Registered Occupational Therapists, or Physiotherapists in home visit assessments/treatments and carry out lone access home visit assessments/treatments as directed. Working in the community and domiciliary settings work as a lone practitioner with instruction and support from an Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist or Band 4. To be aware of and responsible for reporting clinical risk within own patient caseload. Work within trust clinical guidelines and professional guidelines and to have a good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor own and others quality of practice as appropriate. Represent the Waltham Forest Falls Prevention Service as instructed. To liaise with members of the multi-disciplinary team, under the guidance of the responsible therapist/nurse. To be aware of the basic principles of first aid and to apply them when necessary and in communication with a trained professional. To undertake duties at all times with regard to the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. To be aware of, and respect the right to patient choice and dignity, and promote this at all times. Working for Us Joining #TeamNELFT means you’ll become part of a welcoming and supportive working environment. We’re CQC rated Good, and we want you to join us on the journey towards an Outstanding rating. NELFT has sites across North East London and Essex. We provide community and mental healthcare services to adults and children within these areas. The Trust has award-winning equality and diversity initiatives, along with staff health and wellbeing activities. We invest significantly in your development because when you feel valued and supported, we can deliver the highest quality care to our patients. We are a Level 3 Disability Confident Leader, have been recognised in the Working Families Top 10 Employers benchmark for five consecutive years, and hold a Carers UK Level 1 Accreditation. Through our staff networks and training opportunities, we strive to foster a just and compassionate culture at NELFT. Our Values 2025 - 2030 Working with our colleagues, patients and carers we have co-produced three new values that we aim to embed within our culture here at NELFT. They are: We are kind. We are respectful. We work together with our communities. These three values help us to strive to provide the best care by the best people. Starting with NELFT NELFT place a great deal of importance on new starters being properly welcomed and inducted into the Trust. All new starters will join the Trust on the first Monday of each month and will undertake a comprehensive induction of up to two weeks which will include mandatory training, systems training and the allocation of equipment. As part of the process new starters will have the opportunity to also meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend a number of drop-in sessions focusing on engagement, health and wellbeing and key processes. The induction will be held at our head office in Goodmayes Hospital. Probationary Period This post will be subject to a probationary period. Select One: High Cost Area Supplement – Outer London (B&D, Redbridge, Havering and Waltham Forest, CEME) This post also attracts payment for High Cost Area Supplement of 15% of the basic salary (with a minimum of £4,870 to a maximum of £6,137 p.a. pro rata for part time). Certificates of Sponsorship Although we are a registered sponsor organisation, we are unable to offer sponsorship for all job roles. Please check your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system. When calculating the basic salary for sponsorship, HCAS (High-Cost Area Supplement) is not included to ensure fairness and consistency within our Trust. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information about this role and working at North East London NHS Foundation Trust. We encourage you to refer to this when completing your application. We welcome your application even if you do not meet all the criteria listed in the person specification. Please apply as soon as possible as some posts close early to limit the number of applications. For an informal chat or to arrange a visit, please contact: Name: Maggie Howlett Job title: Falls Team Lead Contact Number: 54058 Email: [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 2 or
• equivalent standard of
• literacy and numeracy
• Willingness and ability
• to be trained and
• become competent in
• areas relating to
• Falls
• Prevention
• Short term
• rehabilitation
• Equipment
• provision
• within 6 months of
• appointment

Desirable

• Formal training is
• health and social care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as
• part of a team.
• Experience of working in
• a therapy/nursing
• assistant role or an
• equivalent related role

Desirable

• Rehabilitation in both
• hospital and community
• settings.
• Knowledge of equipment
• and use in the home

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NVQ level 2 or equivalent standard of literacy and numeracy Willingness and ability to be trained and become competent in areas relating to Falls Prevention Short term rehabilitation Equipment provision within 6 months of appointment Desirable Formal training is health and social care Experience Essential Experience of working as part of a team. Experience of working in a therapy/nursing assistant role or an equivalent related role Desirable Rehabilitation in both hospital and community settings. Knowledge of equipment and use in the home

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

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Address

Jane Atkinson Centre

Waltham Forest

London

E17 3HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Role :L&B Bank Band 5 Community Nurse

Are you a Newly Qualified band 5 registered nurse or an experienced nurse that is looking for your next career move?

Do you want to make a difference? Then why not join the South Locality District Nursing Team in Tower Hamlets. We are looking for adult community registered nurses to cover a bank role within the Trust.

As a Bank Band 5 Community Nurse you will be providing high quality nursing care to patients who reside in the Luton and Bedfordshire area.

Main duties of the job

Our team is an established integrated service. This will give you the opportunity to work closely with our Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Care Navigators, Mental Health Liaison Nurse and Psychologist. Our service is also supported by a team of experienced administrators. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with the local General Practices, and other statutory and non-statutory services to meet the health and social needs of this local population. The integration and collaboration of all these disciplines and services allows all new admissions to our service to have a clinically robust assessment and treatment plan, with an emphasis to promote independent living, that is holistic, evidence based and in line with all current Best Practice Guidelines. Support and development for staff in our service is one of our main goals.

About us

ELFT (East London NHS Foundation Trust) is making a positive difference to thousands of people's lives, providing support so that they can fulfil their potential and enjoy healthy lives.

ELFT has been named one of the HSJ Top 10 best places to work in healthcare, HSJ Provider Trust of the Year and graded as Outstanding by our regulator, the Care Quality Commission (CQC) in 2018. We believe that staff who feel valued by the Trust and are truly engaged in the organisation deliver better outcomes for our patients. This Trust is clinician-led, and provides the highest possible level of clinical expertise throughout its services.

We have set ourselves the mission to improve the quality of life of all we serve, and have embarked on an ambitious Quality Improvement programme to transform the culture of the Trust to one of continuous improvement, delivered through participation of all staff and with service users, carers and families at the heart of our efforts to improve.

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Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£35,964 to £43,780 a year Per Annum inc HCA

Contract

Bank

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

363-BankCommNurse-JobfairC

Job locations

Charter House

7 Alma St

Luton

LU1 2PJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Kindly refer to the job description and person specification for full details. This sets out the knowledge and skills required.

Job description Job responsibilities Kindly refer to the job description and person specification for full details. This sets out the knowledge and skills required.

Person Specification

Education and Training

Essential

• RGN

Desirable

• DN Cert/Dip/Degree
• Non-Medical Prescriber V300
• Nurse Formulary prescriber V100
• Advanced history taking and physical assessment course

Experience

Essential

• Good organizational Skills and ability to priories work and delegate effectively to the team
• Experience of working in a multi professional team and lead across organization to achieve high patient outcomes.
• Assess plan and implement a plan of care for individual patients
• Ability to liaise effectively with members of the Primary care team
• Ability to organize and deliver high standards of evidence based clinical nursing care

Knowledge and skils

Essential

• Understanding and knowledge of the complex needs and long term conditions management.
• Knowledge of current professional issues facing nursing
• Knowledge of community nursing practice and current legislation.
• Knowledge of safeguarding issues and the protection of adults.
• Knowledge of information governance and the responsibility

Desirable

• Able to professionally and personally develop oneself and other team members.
• Knowledge of agencies and organisations within the primary care systems that can be utilized to gain optimum care for a patien

Person Specification Education and Training Essential RGN Desirable DN Cert/Dip/Degree Non-Medical Prescriber V300 Nurse Formulary prescriber V100 Advanced history taking and physical assessment course Experience Essential Good organizational Skills and ability to priories work and delegate effectively to the team Experience of working in a multi professional team and lead across organization to achieve high patient outcomes. Assess plan and implement a plan of care for individual patients Ability to liaise effectively with members of the Primary care team Ability to organize and deliver high standards of evidence based clinical nursing care Knowledge and skils Essential Understanding and knowledge of the complex needs and long term conditions management. Knowledge of current professional issues facing nursing Knowledge of community nursing practice and current legislation. Knowledge of safeguarding issues and the protection of adults. Knowledge of information governance and the responsibility Desirable Able to professionally and personally develop oneself and other team members. Knowledge of agencies and organisations within the primary care systems that can be utilized to gain optimum care for a patien

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Charter House

7 Alma St

Luton

LU1 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Charter House

7 Alma St

Luton

LU1 2PJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Learning Disability Liaison Nurse (Health Facilitation Service, Bedfordshire and Luton)

Do you have a passion for working with people who have a learning disability and supporting them to access health services when they need to?

An opportunity has arisen with the Acute Liaison Nurses of the Health Facilitation Service, which is part of the Learning Disability Service in Bedfordshire and Luton, East London Foundation NHS Trust. (ELFT)

The role will be split between Bedford Hospital and Luton and Dunstable in accordance with service demands.

Main duties of the job

The role is suitable for a dynamic and compassionate registered nurse who is committed to supporting the needs of adults with a learning disability who are accessing the services within an acute hospital setting either as an inpatient, an outpatient or planned admission.

You will need to be passionate about ensuring a high-quality, holistic approach to the health care and support provided to people with learning disabilities, in the acute care environment. You will be required to work autonomously and as part of a wider team and deliver on projects reducing health inequalities.

You will be provided support to develop your nursing skills within an established team, to enhance your autonomous practice and engage with a range of different agencies. The Trust actively encourages professional development through the appraisal and supervision process, and you will be provided with regular supervision.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Details

Date posted

04 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

Depending on experience Per Annum, Pro Rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

363-BED8234811

Job locations

BED Health Facilitation Service, Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Knowledge of local and national health initiatives that focus on the health of people who have a learning disability is a key requirement of this job. Additionally, a sound knowledge and understanding of physical health conditions which affect the learning disability population is essential.

You will work alongside a Lead Liaison Learning Disability Nurse as well as alongside members of the wider multidisciplinary clinical team.

Please see attached documents for full description of the post.

Job description Job responsibilities Knowledge of local and national health initiatives that focus on the health of people who have a learning disability is a key requirement of this job. Additionally, a sound knowledge and understanding of physical health conditions which affect the learning disability population is essential. You will work alongside a Lead Liaison Learning Disability Nurse as well as alongside members of the wider multidisciplinary clinical team. Please see attached documents for full description of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oRNLD/ RGN

Experience

Essential

• oDemonstrate current registration NMC
• oEvidence of formal post registration learning
• o Clinical experience at band 5 or equivalent

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

• oWorking Knowledge of Clinical Risk Assessment
• oUnderstanding of professional and current issues in learning disabilities nursing in acute areas
• oUnderstanding of the health needs of people with learning disability and the health inequalities of people with a learning disability
• oFactual knowledge of the wider NHS and local agendas including the learning disability work plan
• oFactual knowledge of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues
• oWorking Knowledge of equality and diversity

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• oExcellent communication, verbal and written skills
• oAbility to work across traditional boundaries
• oProven change management and service development ability
• oAbility to negotiate and influence different disciplines and grades of staff

Attributes and Qualities

Essential

• oAble to work flexibly on own initiative and as part of a Team.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oRNLD/ RGN Experience Essential oDemonstrate current registration NMC oEvidence of formal post registration learning o Clinical experience at band 5 or equivalent Knowledge and Understanding Essential oWorking Knowledge of Clinical Risk Assessment oUnderstanding of professional and current issues in learning disabilities nursing in acute areas oUnderstanding of the health needs of people with learning disability and the health inequalities of people with a learning disability oFactual knowledge of the wider NHS and local agendas including the learning disability work plan oFactual knowledge of resource management, health and safety, clinical risk and quality issues oWorking Knowledge of equality and diversity Skills and Abilities Essential oExcellent communication, verbal and written skills oAbility to work across traditional boundaries oProven change management and service development ability oAbility to negotiate and influence different disciplines and grades of staff Attributes and Qualities Essential oAble to work flexibly on own initiative and as part of a Team.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

BED Health Facilitation Service, Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

BED Health Facilitation Service, Luton and Dunstable Hospital

Lewsey Road

Luton

LU4 0DZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

Autism Specialist Practitioner, Band 6, Tower Hamlets Autism Service (THAS), 0.6 WTE (fixed-term post till August 2027)

We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced clinician (Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Nurse or Social Worker) with an interest in developing their skills and experience in diagnostically assessing and working with autistic adults. The successful candidate will work as part of a well-integrated, capable multidisciplinary team delivering high quality evidence-based diagnostic assessment and post diagnostic support services for this group.

The Tower Hamlets Autism Service (THAS) is a specialist diagnostic and brief intervention service. Designed in accordance with NICE guidelines, we operate an open referral system, accepting referrals from any source when it is thought that an adult living in Tower Hamlets may be autistic. We use screening tools and specialist assessments (ADOS-2) alongside clinical experience and expertise to diagnose autism spectrum conditions in adults (without a learning a disability).

Main duties of the job

The main purpose of the role is:

- As part of the multidisciplinary team, to screen and assess for autism in adults (without a learning disability).

- To plan, organise and facilitate post diagnostic support, individual and group interventions, including profession specific assessments and interventions to those diagnosed by the service.

- To provide specialist advice, training, consultation and liaison to support other ELFT staff, social care staff, Primary Care Colleagues and staff in third sector organisations working with autistic adults.

This is an exciting career opportunity for a dedicated applicant with existing direct experience assessing and working with autistic adults, or for those with relevant experience who may wish to specialise in this developing field.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.