Job summary

As a Specialist Occupational Therapist within the Experts at Hand team, the post holder will work across health, education and local authority services to provide early, needs-led advice, consultation, assessment and intervention for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

Working as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team, the post holder will support schools and settings to develop confidence and capability in meeting needs inclusively, improve access to specialist support, and help children and young people thrive within their local communities.

Main duties of the job

• The post holder will contribute to the delivery and ongoing development of the Experts at Hand model, providing individual, group and whole-setting approaches in partnership with education professionals, therapists, psychologists, family support services, social care and other relevant partners.
• The role will support the development of innovative, accessible pathways that provide the right support at the earliest opportunity, reduce barriers to specialist advice and strengthen inclusive practice across local services.
• To be responsible for Occupational therapy intervention by setting appropriate short and long-term goals, training parents and carers and monitoring and evaluating outcomes.
• To provide spontaneous and planned advice and support to parents, carers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team in order to solve complex problems.
• To maintain and develop service specification by assessing the needs of children at home, nursery / school, to determine the most appropriate intervention pathway, setting appropriate goals and monitoring and evaluating outcomes.
• To work autonomously to plan, implement and evaluate a specialist programme of therapy by reviewing their current situation in terms of condition, presentation, equipment, adaptation and commencing the most suitable intervention.
• To provide highly specific and comprehensive information to parents about their child's condition, support groups, other treatment centre/approaches.

About us

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

349-LCOD-8378160C-RL4

Job locations

Sale Waterside

Sale

M33 7ZF

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place

To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.

To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided.

Closing vacancy listings early

We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application

Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.

Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check

As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?

A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check

Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS

At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december

DBS Update Service

Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Job description Job responsibilities IMPORTANT CANDIDATE INFORMATION To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are, what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Documents to download heading and once opened, you can either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU, for our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application, especially personal statements and responses to role specific questions is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone. What is a DBS Check? A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role: Standard DBS: Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings. Enhanced DBS: Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role. Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists. Who Needs a DBS Check Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role. The Costs for a DBS At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred. For more information about the cost of the various types of DBS, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/dbs-fees-are-changing-in-december DBS Update Service Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy
• Registered to practice with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council)

Desirable

• Evidence of Continued Professional Development to Masters level or equivalent.
• Qualification in Sensory Integration or equivalent
• Relevant post graduate qualification (s)

Knowledge

Essential

• Extensive knowledge of paediatric conditions and disabilities
• Knowledge of paediatric and government legislation relevant to this job role specifically 2026 SEND Reforms
• Knowledge of a range of standardised assessment and treatment modalities
• Extensive knowledge of paediatric equipment.
• Knowledge and application of Health & Safety principles

Desirable

• Plans and drawings

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working single handed and autonomously in the community setting.
• Practical experience of assessment and working with children and young people with a range of complex, sensory needs.
• Experience of working with a range of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency partners including education settings

Desirable

• Working with children and young people with neuro - developmental difficulties e.g. Autism
• Accredited Clinical educator's qualification.
• Supervision of Students

Skills

Essential

• Ability to use and interpret a range of standardised assessments.
• Ability to assess children and young people and identify need with those who have a range of neurological, neurodevelopmental, orthopaedic or profound and complex disabilities.
• Ability to work as part of a Multi professional team across all children's services.
• Ability to use a range of treatment modalities in therapeutic work with children
• An ability to communicate complex and/or contentious information at all levels.
• Basic knowledge of the principles of clinical governance.

Desirable

• Training and presentation skills
• Upper limb splinting experience and /or qualification
• Skills working with children and young people with Autism
• Group work skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy Registered to practice with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) Desirable Evidence of Continued Professional Development to Masters level or equivalent. Qualification in Sensory Integration or equivalent Relevant post graduate qualification (s) Knowledge Essential Extensive knowledge of paediatric conditions and disabilities Knowledge of paediatric and government legislation relevant to this job role specifically 2026 SEND Reforms Knowledge of a range of standardised assessment and treatment modalities Extensive knowledge of paediatric equipment. Knowledge and application of Health & Safety principles Desirable Plans and drawings Experience Essential Experience of working single handed and autonomously in the community setting. Practical experience of assessment and working with children and young people with a range of complex, sensory needs. Experience of working with a range of multi-disciplinary and multi-agency partners including education settings Desirable Working with children and young people with neuro - developmental difficulties e.g. Autism Accredited Clinical educator's qualification. Supervision of Students Skills Essential Ability to use and interpret a range of standardised assessments. Ability to assess children and young people and identify need with those who have a range of neurological, neurodevelopmental, orthopaedic or profound and complex disabilities. Ability to work as part of a Multi professional team across all children's services. Ability to use a range of treatment modalities in therapeutic work with children An ability to communicate complex and/or contentious information at all levels. Basic knowledge of the principles of clinical governance. Desirable Training and presentation skills Upper limb splinting experience and /or qualification Skills working with children and young people with Autism Group work skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sale Waterside

Sale

M33 7ZF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Sale Waterside

Sale

M33 7ZF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

THIS POST IS FIXED TERM FOR 24 MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the North Powys MSK team. We are looking for an MSK rehabilitation therapy assistant to join our friendly, enthusiastic and motivated team.

The post will involve delivering MSK physiotherapy interventions as delegated by a qualified physiotherapist.

The post will be based in Welshpool but travel will be required to support clinics in Machynlleth.

Main duties of the job

To deliver interventions as delegated by therapists, to support patients toachieve their optimum level of independence and quality of life in the mostappropriate setting for the individual.

To assist patients to overcome their difficulties, build confidence, and improve or maintain functional ability and independence in everyday tasks under the supervision of a therapist.

To participate in multi-disciplinary teams promoting the role of rehabilitation and taking an active part in team projects.

To organise and manage a delegated caseload; obtain service data, analyse where appropriate and bring forward ideas for service development.

About us

Being the smallest Heath Board in Wales means that you won't get lost in the crowd. Everybody at Powys Teaching Health Board is valued for the contribution they make to our varied and diverse portfolio of community-based services. Together, we can continue to make a real difference to our patients and build on our unrivalled reputation.

As a supportive and progressive employer, we actively encourage you to carve out a career with us, through a range of development pathways. We're also lucky enough to be situated in one of the most beautiful rural counties in Britain, let alone Wales! Achieving a healthy 'life work' balance is essential, and something we recognise by prioritising your well-being.

To start your journey with us, and to learn more about what we can offer you please visit: https://pthb.nhs.wales/working-for-us/. There you will find information about our benefits and values, read staff experiences and more about what our beautiful county has to offer.

Job summary

To provide operational leadership for the Mindline family of helpline shifts across the 24/7 services and other out of hours specialist helplines, ensuring that the services are delivered safely, effectively and consistently, covering periods of leave and that call handlers, staff and volunteers receive appropriate guidance and support.

To provide line management to designated Mindline staff and volunteers, supporting their wellbeing, performance, attendance, development and contribution to the service.

To support the Project Lead in delivery and the Operations Manager in planning, reviewing and continuous improvement of Mindline services in a growing system, ensuring that learning reflects current service requirements, organisational policies and good practice.

Main duties of the job

Operational leadership and shift supervision

Oversee the safe and effective running of allocated Mindline shifts and provide clear operational leadership throughout the shift.

Provide timely advice, guidance and support to call handlers employee and volunteers, including support with complex, distressed or high-risk contacts.

Provide regular, structured line management to designated employee and volunteers, including one-to-one meetings, well-being conversations and agreed follow-up actions.

Set clear objectives and expectations, monitor progress and provide constructive, evidence-based feedback.

Work within Mind in Somerset policies, procedures, delegated authority and agreed service standards.

Respond to safeguarding and risk concerns in accordance with organisational procedures and escalate without delay where required.

Contribute to the continuous development of Mindline services and associated digital support offers.

Identify operational themes, risks and improvement opportunities and share these clearly with the Mindline Project Lead & Mindline Operations Manager.

Act in accordance with Mind in Somersets values, policies and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and anti-discriminatory practice.

Take reasonable care for personal health and safety and that of colleagues, volunteers and people using the service.

About us

Mind in Somerset is a local mental health charity and part of the national Mind network, providing emotional wellbeing and mental health support across Somerset. It exists to ensure that anyone experiencing mental health difficulties has access to advice, support, and services that improve wellbeing and quality of life.

It operates a wide range of services including helplines, digital support, peer groups, one-to-one support, wellbeing hubs, and community-based activities, working both independently and in partnership with NHS and voluntary sector organisations.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Positive Behaviour Support Assistant to take the next step in their career with our Adult Learning Disability Health (ALDH) Service - a recognised centre of excellence for specialist learning disability health care.

Working within a specialist multidisciplinary team, you'll use Positive Behaviour Support to help adults with learning disabilities and behaviours that may challenge achieve better outcomes, greater independence and an improved quality of life.

You'll work closely with individuals, families, carers and partner organisations across three localities to develop and implement PBS plans, provide practical guidance and coaching, and support people to access mainstream health and community services through inclusive, person-centred practice.

This varied and rewarding role also includes delivering training to families, paid carers and professionals, helping them build the confidence and skills to provide effective support. Using empathy, excellent communication and low arousal approaches, you'll develop trusted relationships and respond confidently in complex situations.

If you're passionate about improving the lives of people with learning disabilities and making a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

• To work as part of the multidisciplinary team towards a person centred approach to assessment, formulation, implementation and evaluation of behaviour plans with an aim of proactive intervention to support the service user and their care givers.
• To undertake behavioural observations in a variety of environments to contribute to functional assessment
• To implement identified strategies within a PBS Plan and provide support to service users and their support network in the implementation of the plan.
• To support the service user to access mainstream services where able and to provide support and guidance around reasonable adjustments to mainstream services.
• To demonstrate empathy and understanding within all areas of communication.
• To utilise effective de-escalation and low arousal communication strategies in challenging and potentially aggressive situations.
• To ensure information is meaningful and accessible to people with learning disabilities.
• To highlight, challenge and report poor practice as appropriate

About us

Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas.

We are Sirona care & health - England's largest provider of Adult's and Children's Community Services and we'd love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.

Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days' annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme - just a glimpse of the benefits you'll receive.

We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.

Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different - we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.

Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy.

Job summary

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a highly organised, proactive and motivated Rota Manager to join our Medical Imaging team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the effective coordination and management of staff rotas, ensuring appropriate staffing levels and continuity of service across the department.

Working closely with clinical leads, service managers and multidisciplinary teams, the postholder will be responsible for developing and maintaining accurate rotas, coordinating annual leave and sickness cover, managing rota gaps and responding to changing service demands. They will use strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills to support the efficient delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong administrative and workforce coordination skills to make a positive contribution to the Medical Imaging service, supporting staff wellbeing, operational efficiency and an excellent patient experience.

Main duties of the job

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

About us

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

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

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

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

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

Job summary

The post is based at The St Aubyn Centre (General Adolescent Unit- GAU aged 13-18) in Colchester Essex. The hospital offers short term admission to young people who are no longer safe in the community due to their complex mental health needs and high risk presentations. Poplar is a trauma,DBT and systemic informed service that works with young people and parents or carers in collaborative ways to effect change. The service offers a comprehensive range of therapeutic groups to young people and their carers,a variety of individual assessments/interventions and family therapy assessments and treatments. The psychological therapy team are extremely experienced clinicians and innovators in service improvement, recently winning a national ward for their DBT skills groups and Positive Behaviour Support Plans. The team also has a robust and comprehensive MDT of social work, nursing, OT, psychiatry and education.

This post will close early should we receive a high number of applications.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work closely with colleagues from the other CAMHS inpatient unit in Essex, Poplar Adolescent Unit.

The post will suit a candidate passionate about working with young people towards recovery, keen to lead on and contribute to service innovation and skilled at exercising clinical leadership.

To learn more about working within our Services at EPUT, please view our recruitment videos, where members of the team share their experiences and insights into their roles and what it is like working within our Psychological Services, here at EPUT.

Please view our video link here: Psychological Services

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Stoke on Trent NHS Talking Therapy Service to recruit a full time CBT Therapist on a temp, fixed term contract, ending Nov 27 to cover maternity leave.

Stoke-on-Trent NHS Talking Therapy Service is an innovative primary care service which involves partnership arrangements between North Staffordshire Combined Health Care (NSCHCT), Midland Partnership Foundation Trust (MPFT), and the Third Sector. We are looking to recruit a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist to provide a range of effective treatments for a broad range of common mental health problems in Primary Care, focusing on anxiety disorders and depression. Promoting excellence in the delivery of CBT, we are committed to continuing clinical training/development, supervision and support for all therapists in line with National Guidance and continue to strive as a high performing IAPT service. We are committed to promoting the wellbeing of client's and staff, and we support the intensive clinical skills training programs focusing on advanced level CBT competencies in a range of areas, including adapting treatment for clients with co-morbid long term physical conditions/medically unexplained symptoms.

You should have qualified as a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist with a Post-Graduate Diploma in CBT from an accredited training provider, and have some experience of treating common mental health problems. Previous experience of working in a Talking Therapies service is desirable.

Main duties of the job

Formulate, implement and evaluate therapy programmes for clients with depression and the range of anxiety disorders.

Adhere to agreed activity relating to the number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week.

Attend regular clinical supervision and caseload management

About us

As a Trust we remain bold and ambitious with plans for both service and system collaborative transformation over the coming years to improve the health and wellbeing of our local people through high quality care.

We pride ourselves onensuring our team has their wellbeing put first and as such provide a range of wellness opportunities including flexible working.

We are committed to the Greener NHS national ambition to becoming the world's first 'carbon net zero' national health system by 2045 (Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk). As part of this, sustainability is embedded in our strategy as one of our four key enablers. In order to deliver on this commitment, we recognise that we need a workforce that is as passionate as we are about achieving these goals, for the benefit of our service users, workforce, local communities and the planet alike. For 2024/2025, we have launched our "Proud to be Green" engagement campaign which is aligned to the targets set out in our Green Plan. As a Trust, you can be assured that we will commit to supporting you in working towards our net zero ambitions, set out in our Green Plan, through our sustainability programme".

The Trust is committed to ensuring that a diverse workforce is representative and inclusive at all levels. We would very much welcome applications from all under-represented groups including women, people with disabilities, people from global majority backgrounds, and those from the lesbian, gay, bi and trans communities.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

232-PRC-8335019

Job locations

Hope Centre

Upper Huntbach St,

Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

ST1 2DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full details regarding the job role and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.

Job description Job responsibilities For full details regarding the job role and responsibilities please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification document.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services
• Experience of teaching and liaising with other professional groups

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification from High Intensity IAPT Course (Post Graduate Diploma) or Equivalent
• Significant experience working as a psychological therapy practitioner

Desirable

• Relevant experience in Primary Care treating anxiety and depression

Knowledge

Essential

• Full range of skills and competencies as laid out in the competence framework for CBT (Roth and Pilling 2007)

Desirable

• Trained in provision of supervision for CBT
• Accredited with a professional psychological therapy organisation

Person Specification Experience Essential Demonstrable experience of working in mental health services Experience of teaching and liaising with other professional groups Qualifications Essential Qualification from High Intensity IAPT Course (Post Graduate Diploma) or Equivalent Significant experience working as a psychological therapy practitioner Desirable Relevant experience in Primary Care treating anxiety and depression Knowledge Essential Full range of skills and competencies as laid out in the competence framework for CBT (Roth and Pilling 2007) Desirable Trained in provision of supervision for CBT Accredited with a professional psychological therapy organisation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Hope Centre

Upper Huntbach St,

Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

ST1 2DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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Employer details

Employer name

North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare Trust

Address

Hope Centre

Upper Huntbach St,

Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent

ST1 2DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Alder Hey Outpatient Team as as a Band 3 Health Care Assistant.

We are seeking a caring and enthusiastic individual to assist in delivering high standards of care and a positive patient experience for children and young people in our Outpatients Department. The post holder will demonstrate effective communication skills, working closely within the Outpatients Nursing Team and the wider multi-disciplinary team. Duties will include undertaking clinical measurements, observations and chaperoning,

Experience of working in a care environment with children/young people is advantageous, however an induction programme will be offered.

This role is offered as a full-time position (37.5hrs/week), across the working week - Monday to Friday.

Please note this job is offered on a 12 month fixed term contract.

Main duties of the job

The Healthcare Assistant is an integral member of the clinical team. They will assist and support nursing, medical, and otherprofessional staff in the delivery of high standards of holistic family centred care to children and families. The post holder will provide the highest standards of nursing care to children and their families. ? The post holder will be an effective communicator in all aspects of their duties both in direct and indirect patient care. ? The post holder will work in collaboration with the healthcare teams? The post holder will work within the confines of their mandatory and statutory obligations, to the prevention and control of infectionin the clinical area? The post holder will undertake delegated nursing tasks as deemed necessary to enhance the care of the patient, some of whichmay be competency based.? The post holder will assess and report risk to the nurse/lead clinician. The post holder will assist in the orientation and educationof new staff. ? Take responsibility for, prioritise and manage own workload to support clinical team.

About us

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust is committed to achieving equal opportunities in employment. All employees are expected to observe this policy in their behaviour to the public and fellow employees.

The creation of a safety culture within the Trust will result from effective teamwork. There is a contractual requirement on all employees to co-operate with their managers and colleagues in protecting the health and well-being of all people who work within, use, or are affected by, the Trust's services and activities.

The Trust conducts a system of performance and development planning as a key part of its annual business planning cycle. This ensures that all staff has an opportunity to take part in a discussion on the work they have done, and explore how they can improve and develop in their jobs, and formulating a set of personal objectives. This process includes a review of the job description on an annual basis.

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust is committed to supporting all staff to balance work and other life needs. This is the responsibility of all employees and will be achieved by consultation, open communication and involvement of all team members.

Job summary

We are looking for a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team, working at Desford Medical Centre. Whilst this is a fixed term position, it is going to cover 2 separate periods of maternity leave, with a provisional 18 month duration, but potentially extending to 21 months.

The FTE salary for this position is

• In probation - £53,625.31
• After probation - £54,697.82
• First annual appraisal - £55,791.55

This will be pro rata accordingly.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team, supporting with the safe, effective and efficient use of medicines. The role will involve providing structured medication reviews, supporting patients with long-term conditions, undertaking medicines reconciliation and working closely with GPs and other healthcare professionals to optimise patient care.

We are particularly interested in candidates who are able to work autonomously whilst also building strong relationships with practice teams and patients. Experience of working within Primary Care, General Practice or a patient-facing clinical role would be advantageous.

Please note that should this vacancy attract sufficient interest, it may be necessary to close the vacancy at an earlier date. We therefore encourage applications at an early stage to avoid disappointment.

• NHS Pension
• Eyecare Scheme
• Funded CPD Days (where appropriate)
• NHS Staff Discount Scheme
• Minimum of 25 days annual leave per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata), increasing with length of service
• Sick Pay

Main duties of the job

To participate in the provision of a Clinical Pharmacy Service to our member GP Practices defined within the Primary Care Network geographical location.

The Clinical Pharmacist will work within their clinical competencies as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide expertise in clinical medicines management and it is expected that the following will be undertaken -

Adhering to local prescribing formulary and undertaking cost-effective prescribing including Medication optimisation.

Undertake holistic structured medication reviews reducing inappropriate polypharmacy where appropriate.

Manage long term conditions.

Management of medicines on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing.

Manage repeat prescription authorisations and reauthorisation.

Acute prescription requests.

Contribute to reductions in medicine related hospital admissions and readmissions by supporting patients to get the best outcomes from their medicines.

Identifying and addressing medicines related issues while addressing both the public health and social care needs of patients in the GP practice(s) that make up the PCN.

Complete audits as per the needs of the Practice or PCN

The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver an excellent service within general practice.

About us

Hinckley and Bosworth Medical Alliance Ltd are a growing Federation, supporting Bosworth, Fosseway and Hinckley Central Primary Care Networks.

As an organisation, we currently have over 40 ARRS members of staff, of varying clinical grades.

Our pharmacist is the largest team, sitting at a team of 18 in total.

All of our pharmacists are supported to complete their CPPE, if not already completed, and we are incredibly proud to have say that all of our pharmacists hold their independent prescribing qualification.

Our head office is located 2 minutes away from Junction 2 of the M69, and located in a business centre, which was previously used as farm land.

We try and be as flexible as possible, whilst also supporting the needs of the practice. So whilst this role is advertised as an in practice position, the working pattern can be discussed individually, although any hours worked will need to align with practice opening hours.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job summary

Are you passionate about healthcare and helping others in the challenging environment of an acute hospital? Would you enjoy rehabilitating patients to improve health, function and to achieve person centred goals?

If so, we are looking for enthusiastic and proactive individuals to join our Therapies Department at Northampton General Hospital on a fixed term contract until July 2027. Secondments will be considered.

You will work alongside Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists as a Therapy Technical Instructor.

You will have the opportunity to learn and develop across multiple inpatient clinical areas, as part of our rotational team of Therapy Technical Instructors. Clinical areas include Surgery, Trauma and Orthopaedics, Respiratory, Stroke, Acute Medicine, Elderly Medicine, Urgent Care and Frailty.

You will be joining a supportive team in delivering holistic care to patients, helping to treat and progress therapeutic plans as part of the therapy and multi-disciplinary team plans.

If you feel that you have the relevant skills, experience and the desire to work in an ever-evolving acute hospital setting, then we look forward to receiving your application.

Main duties of the job

Actively provide therapy care for patients as part of the multi-disciplinary team at NGH.

Provide specific evidence-based treatment under indirect supervision and guidance of a registered therapist.

Active involvement in departmental developments and governance.

Provide effective input into the work of the Trust, to support the achievement of our vision.

Contribute to the administration and day-to-day operation of the Therapy services.

Ability to work independently and within a team setting.

Ability to work across rotations as follows; Surgery, Stroke, Acute Medicine, Elderly Medicine, Respiratory, Trauma Orthopaedics, Urgent Care and Frailty.

About us

Please submit your application as soon as possible, as we reserve the right to close adverts once sufficient applications have been received.We recognise that AI tools can support application writing; however, candidates are asked to keep their use to a minimum. Responses should reflect your own experience, skills and knowledge, as over-reliance on AI-generated content may result in generic answers that do not accurately represent your abilities.University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) brings together Kettering General Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust. As a group, we are committed to improving services for our communities through collaboration, modernising care delivery and striving for excellence. Working together enables us to share expertise, strengthen services and create greater opportunities, and there may be a requirement to work across sites depending on service needs.Our Excellence Values are Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Integrity and Courage. UHN welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We are proud signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant and hold the Gold Award under the Employer Recognition Scheme. Candidates who identify as members of the Armed Forces community and meet the essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year Per annum / Pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

265-8349119-CSS

Job locations

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Implement and record planned programmed of care and comprehensive functional and mobility treatment of patients as directed by a therapist.

Communicate effectively with patients, carers, members of the multi-disciplinary team, Therapy services colleagues and other agencies

To communicate effectively with patients with a variety of communication barriers (blind, deaf, dysphasic, learning difficulties) and use appropriate methods and tools to overcome these.

Make recommendations for equipment, care provision and ongoing rehabilitation as directed by a therapist.

Support patients through instruction and guidance in a range of activities, under the direction of a therapist, in the achievement of identified treatment goals.

Take an active role in home visits and other therapy/treatment sessions alongside a therapist.

Provide advice to patients, their family, and carers, teaching and demonstrating the safe use of equipment or other techniques to optimise the patients mobility, functional ability, safety, and independence.

Build professional relationships with patients, their family, and carers, through use of communication, reasoning and person-centred advice, respecting others views, culture, beliefs and individuality.

Provide effective verbal and written reports to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and other multi-disciplinary team members relating to the patients performance and progress in their therapy interventions.

Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs.

Contribute to the Therapy Services governance groups (e.g., Infection Prevention, Health & Safety, Fire Safety) acting as an active participant on such groups where appropriate.

Contribute towards service development activities through participation in team meetings and service development sessions.

Propose changes to processes and procedures carried out within own area of work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Therapy services.

Participate in team/departmental audit and evaluation as agreed with their supervisor.

Ensure work areas are clean, tidy, and well maintained, complying with Health & safety and Infection Prevention guidelines, ensuring the safe use of equipment and storage of materials.

Exercise good personal time management, punctuality, and consistent reliable attendance.

Submit accurate claim forms on electronic timesheets for weekend and additional hours worked.

Able to work flexibly, including 7 day working pattern.

Notify the team leader of periods of sickness as soon as possible in line with Department and Trust policies.

In the absence of Therapy Technical Instructor colleagues through planned or unplanned leave, work flexibly to meet the prioritised needs of the Therapy services both within the team and across all service areas.

Comply with departmental guidelines for the safe use, care and maintenance of equipment and stock.

Take responsibility for the routine management of designated tasks in conjunction with Technical Instructor colleagues e.g., lease car maintenance, management of equipment orders.

Assist Therapy colleagues in the induction, training and education of other staff and students within the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services.

Maintain accurate and up to date records of clinical interventions, consistent with legal, Organisational and Trust requirement.

Collect, record, and submit accurate clinical and personal statistical data in line with departmental requirements and guidelines.

Participate in team meetings and in service training sessions with opportunities to lead when appropriate.

Regularly attend and participate in team and Therapy service staff meetings.

Complete the required competencies and rotational objectives for the role within agreed timescales and ensure these remain up to date.

Identify own learning and development needs with guidance from Therapy colleagues, contributing to the production of a Continual Personal Development Plan and annual appraisal objective.

Undertake relevant training and development activities to meet agreed learning needs.

Compile an ongoing record of training and development activities undertaken, reflecting on, and recording learning outcomes of development opportunities.

As part of a team, incorporate up to date therapy and manual handling techniques into working practice.

Complete and prioritise clinical and non-clinical work tasks as appropriate, in conjunction with colleagues under guidance from a therapist.

Seek supervision from a therapist to inform analysis and reasoning when complex patient situations are identified.

Comply with the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, national and Trust policy, protocols, and guidelines under the guidance of team and service leads.

Review and reflect on own practice and actively participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal.

Job description Job responsibilities Implement and record planned programmed of care and comprehensive functional and mobility treatment of patients as directed by a therapist. Communicate effectively with patients, carers, members of the multi-disciplinary team, Therapy services colleagues and other agencies To communicate effectively with patients with a variety of communication barriers (blind, deaf, dysphasic, learning difficulties) and use appropriate methods and tools to overcome these. Make recommendations for equipment, care provision and ongoing rehabilitation as directed by a therapist. Support patients through instruction and guidance in a range of activities, under the direction of a therapist, in the achievement of identified treatment goals. Take an active role in home visits and other therapy/treatment sessions alongside a therapist. Provide advice to patients, their family, and carers, teaching and demonstrating the safe use of equipment or other techniques to optimise the patients mobility, functional ability, safety, and independence. Build professional relationships with patients, their family, and carers, through use of communication, reasoning and person-centred advice, respecting others views, culture, beliefs and individuality. Provide effective verbal and written reports to Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists and other multi-disciplinary team members relating to the patients performance and progress in their therapy interventions. Respect the individuality, values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to these needs. Contribute to the Therapy Services governance groups (e.g., Infection Prevention, Health & Safety, Fire Safety) acting as an active participant on such groups where appropriate. Contribute towards service development activities through participation in team meetings and service development sessions. Propose changes to processes and procedures carried out within own area of work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the Therapy services. Participate in team/departmental audit and evaluation as agreed with their supervisor. Ensure work areas are clean, tidy, and well maintained, complying with Health & safety and Infection Prevention guidelines, ensuring the safe use of equipment and storage of materials. Exercise good personal time management, punctuality, and consistent reliable attendance. Submit accurate claim forms on electronic timesheets for weekend and additional hours worked. Able to work flexibly, including 7 day working pattern. Notify the team leader of periods of sickness as soon as possible in line with Department and Trust policies. In the absence of Therapy Technical Instructor colleagues through planned or unplanned leave, work flexibly to meet the prioritised needs of the Therapy services both within the team and across all service areas. Comply with departmental guidelines for the safe use, care and maintenance of equipment and stock. Take responsibility for the routine management of designated tasks in conjunction with Technical Instructor colleagues e.g., lease car maintenance, management of equipment orders. Assist Therapy colleagues in the induction, training and education of other staff and students within the Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy services. Maintain accurate and up to date records of clinical interventions, consistent with legal, Organisational and Trust requirement. Collect, record, and submit accurate clinical and personal statistical data in line with departmental requirements and guidelines. Participate in team meetings and in service training sessions with opportunities to lead when appropriate. Regularly attend and participate in team and Therapy service staff meetings. Complete the required competencies and rotational objectives for the role within agreed timescales and ensure these remain up to date. Identify own learning and development needs with guidance from Therapy colleagues, contributing to the production of a Continual Personal Development Plan and annual appraisal objective. Undertake relevant training and development activities to meet agreed learning needs. Compile an ongoing record of training and development activities undertaken, reflecting on, and recording learning outcomes of development opportunities. As part of a team, incorporate up to date therapy and manual handling techniques into working practice. Complete and prioritise clinical and non-clinical work tasks as appropriate, in conjunction with colleagues under guidance from a therapist. Seek supervision from a therapist to inform analysis and reasoning when complex patient situations are identified. Comply with the Royal College of Occupational Therapists and Chartered Society of Physiotherapy Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct, national and Trust policy, protocols, and guidelines under the guidance of team and service leads. Review and reflect on own practice and actively participate in regular supervision and annual appraisal.

Person Specification

Education , Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of basic education , GCSE or equivalent.
• Study to NVQ level 3 or equivalent.

Desirable

• Training as an OT ar PT clinical support worker at band 2 or 3.
• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Healthcare.

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Understanding and insight into the impact of illness and disability on an individual.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of the role of the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapist in healthcare.
• Experience working as a member of a team.
• Awareness of risks to Health & Safety.
• Experience working face to face with members of the public.

Desirable

• Experience working as Band 2 or 3 clinical support worker within Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy.
• Basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Awareness of the impact of accident or illness on an individual.

Skills & Abilities

Essential

• Skills to produce clear and concise verbal reports and written documentation of therapy interventions.
• Skills to communicate effectively with patients, carers, team members, Therapy colleagues and other agencies.
• Self-management skills.
• Ability to work using own initiative.
• Ability to recognise own limitations and level of competency.
• Physical ability to undertake manual handling of patients and equipment on a daily basis in a variety of environments.
• Ability to work flexibly across the week, including weekends and bank holidays.

Desirable

• Ability to drive Trust vehicles on home assessments and equipment deliveries.
• IT skills e.g. keyboard, Microsoft word, email and internet.
• Experience of working with stroke patients

Person Specification Education , Training and Qualifications Essential Good level of basic education , GCSE or equivalent. Study to NVQ level 3 or equivalent. Desirable Training as an OT ar PT clinical support worker at band 2 or 3. NVQ level 3 or equivalent in Healthcare. Knowledge & Experience Essential Understanding and insight into the impact of illness and disability on an individual. Basic knowledge and understanding of the role of the Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapist in healthcare. Experience working as a member of a team. Awareness of risks to Health & Safety. Experience working face to face with members of the public. Desirable Experience working as Band 2 or 3 clinical support worker within Occupational Therapy or Physiotherapy. Basic knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Awareness of the impact of accident or illness on an individual. Skills & Abilities Essential Skills to produce clear and concise verbal reports and written documentation of therapy interventions. Skills to communicate effectively with patients, carers, team members, Therapy colleagues and other agencies. Self-management skills. Ability to work using own initiative. Ability to recognise own limitations and level of competency. Physical ability to undertake manual handling of patients and equipment on a daily basis in a variety of environments. Ability to work flexibly across the week, including weekends and bank holidays. Desirable Ability to drive Trust vehicles on home assessments and equipment deliveries. IT skills e.g. keyboard, Microsoft word, email and internet. Experience of working with stroke patients

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

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Northampton General Hospital

Address

University Hospitals of Northamptonshire

Northamptonshire

Northampton

NN1 5BD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the team within iCaSH Kings Lynn working in a fixed term 37.5 hour per week post as a Healthcare Assistant. You will be working within our multi-disciplinary team.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, enjoys providing excellent care and ensure patients are always put first. We want someone who wants to learn and develop.

Good time management skills and the ability to thrive in a busy environment are key. Excellent written & verbal communication abilities are a must. You will also maintain privacy, confidentiality, dignity, and ensure the patient is well looked after.

The post holder will support the delivery of healthcare for patients attending the integrated contraception and sexual health (iCaSH) service which is part of East of England Community Health & Care NHS Trust (EEC). This may include the supporting of patients who present with sexually transmitted infections, HIV/AIDS, contraception requirements and/or any other sexual health related problems.

Please note interviews will take place at iCaSH Kings Lynn, Vancouver House, PE30 5EJ

'If we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 27th October 2026'

Main duties of the job

To welcome patients and obtain relevant personal and clinical details as appropriate treating all such information as confidential.

Following training, and once signed off as competent, to act as a chaperone and assist nurses/doctors to undertake intimate examinations/procedures on patients.

To provide information to patients as appropriate who attend the department and to those who are diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection/HIV or require contraception advice, risk reduction advice and condom demonstration.

Provide a phlebotomy service for patients attending the services.

To support health promotion events when requested.

To be non-judgemental to all client groups regardless of age/ethnicity/religion.

To undertake non-clinical duties in support of the admin team, for example undertake call taking and reception cover, registering patients and booking, support data collection and or general patient and non-patient administration.

Hold the Care Certificate and deliver the associated standards of care or undertake the training at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post.

About us

Rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission, we are proud to provide high quality innovative services across most of the east of England that enable people to receive care closer to home and live healthier lives.

If you share our passion for innovative and high-quality care delivery, then please submit your application and join us on our exciting journey as a leading-edge specialist community provider. All are welcome to apply and our promise to you is a culture which prioritises staff engagement and development.

Details

Date posted

20 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year per annum, pro-rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

448-AMB-8375615

Job locations

iCaSH Kings Lynn

Vancouver House, County Court Road, Kings Lynn,

Kings Lynn

PE30 5EJ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communication

Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to promote efficient patient care.Be conversant with the roles of all the staff within the service and occasionally with other colleagues internal or external to the organisation.Always ensure correct storage of patients records as per the Trusts record keeping policyLiaise with other services as necessary for the co-ordination of patient care and the smooth running of the department.Welcome visitors and patients to the clinical area providing assistance, support and information where required.Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including front of house/reception and answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.Ensure accurate record keeping in line with Trust and national standards.Monitor and reassure patients during clinical procedures.Actively participate in multidisciplinary training, meetings, and events.Signpost clients to other services where appropriate.Within remit of own role, support the teaching and supervision of students from a variety of disciplines.Ensure that all organisational wide communication is accessed and adhered to accordingly via the nhs.net account.

Budgetary Responsibility

To assist in maintaining stock (drugs/clinical supplies) levels, always adhering to CCS Medicines Management Policy, identifying and reporting any discrepancies to line manager after appropriate training.Assist with or undertake stock control and ordering as required

People Management

Within remit of own role, assist in providing training and support for new members of staff.Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in annual appraisals and one to ones.Be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop self and to strive to increase personal knowledge.Undertake any training identified by the Clinic Manager integral to the role requirements and specialty area.Recognise limitations and seek direction when necessary.Contribute to the development of patient care and setting standards.The post holder must participate in clinical and other audits as required.

Research & Development

May be required to undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to own work; may occasionally participate in R&D, clinical trials or equipment testing.

Safeguarding Clause

The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous recruitment checks are carried out and where applicable to the role successful applicants will be required to undertake a criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Infection Control

The trust staff are responsible for protecting themselves and others against infection risks.All staff regardless of whether clinical or not are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any problems about this to their managers.All staff undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and updates as required by the trust.All clinical staff or any staff working in clinical areas are expected to be bare below the elbow with no hand or wrist jewellery except for one plain band (no stones or engraving)

Health and Safety

Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitorsTo ensure that the trusts Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that procedures are followed.To ensure the appropriate use of equipment and facilities and the environment is maintained in good order.To take the necessary precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of themselves, patients, staff and visitors, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.To undertake appropriate Health and Safety training to support safe working practice including, where appropriate, its management.

Code of Conduct

The post holder is required to adhere to the Conflicts of Interest Policy

General

All staff are required to respect confidentiality of all matters that they learn as a result of the employment with the trust, including matters relating to other members of the staff and members of the public/patients.Maintain appropriate patient and clinical records in line with the trusts policies and procedures, and in line with the agreed service specification.The post holder will be expected to participate in an annual appraisal of their work where the job description will be reviewed and objectives set. In line with the annual personal development plan the post holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to fulfil their role.Ensure that all patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the workplace.The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the trusts Equality and Diversity Policies, Procedures and Schemes and must ensure that equality is promoted at all times.Support the trusts sustainability green plan and take personal responsibility to ensure that we work to reduce carbon emissions.The trust is committed to supporting our voluntary workforce and all apprentices, and all staff are expected to welcome and support volunteers and apprentices in their teams.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure and Barring Service to be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff, or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder. The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties as may be required for the effective performance of the post.

Job description Job responsibilities Communication Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team in order to promote efficient patient care.Be conversant with the roles of all the staff within the service and occasionally with other colleagues internal or external to the organisation.Always ensure correct storage of patients records as per the Trusts record keeping policyLiaise with other services as necessary for the co-ordination of patient care and the smooth running of the department.Welcome visitors and patients to the clinical area providing assistance, support and information where required.Maintain good communication with other staff, patients and visitors including front of house/reception and answering the telephone in a courteous and professional manner.Ensure accurate record keeping in line with Trust and national standards.Monitor and reassure patients during clinical procedures.Actively participate in multidisciplinary training, meetings, and events.Signpost clients to other services where appropriate.Within remit of own role, support the teaching and supervision of students from a variety of disciplines.Ensure that all organisational wide communication is accessed and adhered to accordingly via the nhs.net account. Budgetary Responsibility To assist in maintaining stock (drugs/clinical supplies) levels, always adhering to CCS Medicines Management Policy, identifying and reporting any discrepancies to line manager after appropriate training.Assist with or undertake stock control and ordering as required People Management Within remit of own role, assist in providing training and support for new members of staff.Maintaining own professional development and requirement to take part in annual appraisals and one to ones.Be prepared to attend and undertake any necessary training, being aware of the need to develop self and to strive to increase personal knowledge.Undertake any training identified by the Clinic Manager integral to the role requirements and specialty area.Recognise limitations and seek direction when necessary.Contribute to the development of patient care and setting standards.The post holder must participate in clinical and other audits as required. Research & Development May be required to undertake surveys or audits, as necessary to own work; may occasionally participate in R&D, clinical trials or equipment testing. Safeguarding Clause The trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Rigorous recruitment checks are carried out and where applicable to the role successful applicants will be required to undertake a criminal records check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Infection Control The trust staff are responsible for protecting themselves and others against infection risks.All staff regardless of whether clinical or not are expected to comply with current infection control policies and procedures and to report any problems about this to their managers.All staff undertaking patient care activities must attend infection control training and updates as required by the trust.All clinical staff or any staff working in clinical areas are expected to be bare below the elbow with no hand or wrist jewellery except for one plain band (no stones or engraving) Health and Safety Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed upon them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974), to ensure the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees and visitorsTo ensure that the trusts Health and Safety Policies are understood and observed and that procedures are followed.To ensure the appropriate use of equipment and facilities and the environment is maintained in good order.To take the necessary precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of themselves, patients, staff and visitors, in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act.To undertake appropriate Health and Safety training to support safe working practice including, where appropriate, its management. Code of Conduct The post holder is required to adhere to the Conflicts of Interest Policy General All staff are required to respect confidentiality of all matters that they learn as a result of the employment with the trust, including matters relating to other members of the staff and members of the public/patients.Maintain appropriate patient and clinical records in line with the trusts policies and procedures, and in line with the agreed service specification.The post holder will be expected to participate in an annual appraisal of their work where the job description will be reviewed and objectives set. In line with the annual personal development plan the post holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to fulfil their role.Ensure that all patients, clients and colleagues are treated at all times in an equitable manner, respecting diversity and showing an understanding of diversity in the workplace.The post holder must carry out their responsibilities with due regard to the trusts Equality and Diversity Policies, Procedures and Schemes and must ensure that equality is promoted at all times.Support the trusts sustainability green plan and take personal responsibility to ensure that we work to reduce carbon emissions.The trust is committed to supporting our voluntary workforce and all apprentices, and all staff are expected to welcome and support volunteers and apprentices in their teams.This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exemptions) Order 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure and Barring Service to be made to check for any previous criminal convictions. East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust is committed to the fair treatment of its staff, potential staff, or users in line with its equal opportunities policy and policy statement on the recruitment of ex-offenders.This job description is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in consultation with the post holder. The post holder will be required to undertake any other duties as may be required for the effective performance of the post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Evidence of good standard of general education including basic literacy and numeracy skills.
• Care Certificate or willingness to undertake at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post.
• Willingness to undertake further education and training /learn new skills as required.

Desirable

• Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Sexually Transmitted Infection Foundation (STIF) course - Core.
• Adult Basic Life Support (in date).

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a health care environment.
• Experience of working with the public.
• Basic knowledge of and experience of IT systems such as Microsoft Office (2005 pr newer) Word, Excel, Outlook and internet navigation.

Desirable

• Recent experience of working in a sexual and reproductive health service or equivalent
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience working with IDOX LILIE clinical system.

Skils

Essential

• Able to perform the full range of duties the role requires and dexterity to perform clinical duties.
• Capable of using equipment within a work environment following training.
• Competent in phlebotomy/venepuncture.

Desirable

• Experience of reading and interpreting microscopy slides, and ability to appropriately document associated findings if required by the service

Person Specification Qualifications Essential Evidence of good standard of general education including basic literacy and numeracy skills. Care Certificate or willingness to undertake at the earliest opportunity upon recruitment to post. Willingness to undertake further education and training /learn new skills as required. Desirable Level 2 or 3 qualification in Health & Social Care or equivalent. Sexually Transmitted Infection Foundation (STIF) course - Core. Adult Basic Life Support (in date). Experience Essential Experience of working in a health care environment. Experience of working with the public. Basic knowledge of and experience of IT systems such as Microsoft Office (2005 pr newer) Word, Excel, Outlook and internet navigation. Desirable Recent experience of working in a sexual and reproductive health service or equivalent Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Experience working with IDOX LILIE clinical system. Skils Essential Able to perform the full range of duties the role requires and dexterity to perform clinical duties. Capable of using equipment within a work environment following training. Competent in phlebotomy/venepuncture. Desirable Experience of reading and interpreting microscopy slides, and ability to appropriately document associated findings if required by the service

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 of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

iCaSH Kings Lynn

Vancouver House, County Court Road, Kings Lynn,

Kings Lynn

PE30 5EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Address

iCaSH Kings Lynn

Vancouver House, County Court Road, Kings Lynn,

Kings Lynn

PE30 5EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in supporting people to recover from addiction and regain control of their lives. Our work spans substance use, learning disabilities and mental health, and we focus on providing timely, person centred support. By ensuring people can access the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance use services across England and Wales. We are now seeking a skilled and compassionate HCPC registered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to support the effective delivery of psychosocial interventions across our Southwest MHTR services, covering Swindon, Somerset and North Somerset.

Our Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) service offers individuals within the Criminal Justice System an opportunity to engage in psychosocial interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It forms part of a national network of psychology led MHTR services.

This is a remote, full time, fixed term position for 12 months.

Main duties of the job

You will provide clinical supervision, guidance and training to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who deliver psychosocial interventions to individuals subject to a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will draw on your expertise to further develop the innovative approaches used within Turning Points MHTR services, ensuring they align with nationally agreed standards and evidence based practice. Alongside operational colleagues, you will contribute to the effective governance of the MHTR services and offer thoughtful, evidence informed advice to colleagues, local agencies and partner organisations. You will receive supervision from a Forensic Psychologist who serves as the MHTR Clinical Lead, who is in turn supported by the National MHTR Lead, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist.

Supporting, developing and coordinating the team will be a core part of your role. You will help Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists, as well as Peer Support Workers, to strengthen their psychological formulation skills and embed a trauma informed approach within their practice. At times, you may also hold a small caseload, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions.

About us

As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.

Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.

We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support.

Our people bring our vision to life. So, if you are enthusiastic, motivated and committed to support others to fulfilling their potential, here at Turning Point, we don't just offer you a job we offer you a career.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.

Job summary

Bharani Medical Centre is seeking an experienced and confident Clinical Pharmacist to join our established general practice team in Slough.

We are looking for a pharmacist with previous NHS general practice experience who is familiar with EMIS Web, Ardens and primary care clinical workflows, and is comfortable working with a high degree of professional independence.

The role will focus on clinical correspondence, medicines reconciliation, QOF and long-term-condition management, prescribing safety and medicines optimisation.

Key areas include diabetes, hypertension, asthma, COPD, high-risk medicines monitoring, gabapentinoid reviews and medication optimisation in chronic kidney disease.

Flexible working arrangements are available, including remote or hybrid working where appropriate.

We would ideally like to engage someone on a self-employed basis initially, subject to appropriate contractual arrangements, with potential to progress to fixed-term or permanent salaried employment.

Informal discussions are welcomed.

Main duties of the job

• Reviewing hospital discharge summaries, outpatient letters and clinical correspondence through Anima Documents.
• Undertaking medicines reconciliation, updating EMIS Web records and actioning appropriate medication-related tasks.
• Reviewing QOF registers and conducting structured medication reviews for patients with diabetes, hypertension, COPD and asthma.
• Identifying patients requiring monitoring, treatment optimisation and follow-up.
• Managing prescribing safety searches, including monitoring for patients prescribed DMARDs, DOACs and other high-risk medicines.
• Undertaking medicines optimisation reviews, including gabapentinoids, polypharmacy and prescribing in chronic kidney disease.
• Using EMIS Web and Ardens searches to identify and manage relevant patient cohorts.
• Conducting remote or face-to-face medication reviews and documenting appropriate clinical actions.

Minor illness management may be included where appropriately trained. Prescribing decisions must remain within the pharmacists prescribing authority, with appropriate GP escalation where required.

About us

Bharani Medical Centre is an established, GP-led practice providing NHS primary care to approximately 18,000 patients across three nearby sites in Slough.

Our multidisciplinary team includes experienced GP partners, salaried GPs, advanced nurse practitioners, clinical pharmacists, first-contact physiotherapists, practice nurses and administrative staff.

We place a strong emphasis on high-quality clinical care, medicines safety, evidence-based prescribing and proactive management of long-term conditions.

Our practice uses modern digital systems, including EMIS Web, Ardens, Anima and Accurx, to support efficient clinical workflows, population health management and medicines optimisation.

We value confident, proactive clinicians who can take ownership of defined responsibilities while working collaboratively with colleagues.

We offer a supportive professional environment, flexible working arrangements and opportunities to contribute to clinical improvement and patient safety initiatives.

We are committed to developing our clinical services and welcome pharmacists who want to make a meaningful contribution to modern general practice.

Job summary

Full Time / Job share 56 hours per week - Fixed Term 12 Month Contract

Bolton Foundation NHS Trust Audiology department is looking to recruit an Audiologist to join our Audiology Team. We are seeking an enthusiastic audiologist to join our friendly, dedicated team.

You must be a good communicator, confident working autonomously and as an enthusiastic team-member. You must have either a BSc in Healthcare Science Audiology or MSc in Audiological Science, with clinical competency.

Postgraduate clinical experience is preferable but not essential - newly qualified graduates or those returning to practice after a career break are welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

To provide diagnostic audiological testing of adults, to be responsible for the safe use and calibration of equipment and ensuring accurate records are maintained.

To provide a comprehensive hearing aid service to adults including determining care plans for individual patients and involving carers and families as appropriate.

To take an active role in areas of clinical audit, research and clinical governance for the Audiology service and contributing to the development of evidence-based protocols.

To plan and prioritise elements of own workload, within the framework of service delivery priorities as defined by the line manager, and supervise the work of trainees/students and volunteers as required

About us

Caring is our passion.

If you want to work for a warm and welcoming organisation, that puts its patients at the heart of everything we do, there's #APlaceForYou on our team.

Our staff are our most valuable asset. From the exceptional opportunities we offer, including flexible working and rotational packages, to the remarkable care we provide to our patients, we think there's something special about working here.

Why not find out more about what working life is like here from our happy staff.

We want the very best for our patients and are proud of the services we offer. Join us and be a part of something very special.

Job summary

The Mental Health Urgent Care Department (MHUCD), is an innovative service that has been commissioned to provide urgent mental health care in the Mid and South Essex ICS. The service will cater to adults over the age of 18, who are experiencing a mental health crisis and will be based in a new, purpose built department based at the Basildon Mental Health Unit on the Basildon Hospital site. When the service is fully functional it will cover the councils of Basildon, Brentwood, Thurrock, Chelmsford, Braintree and Maldon.

The department will offera therapeutic mental health setting to assess urgent mental health presentations which might otherwise have been seen in the A+E department. The service will offer a comprehensive assessment and onward care planning through a diverse and highly skilled mental health workforce incorporating support workers, peer coaches, social worker, nurses and doctors. The service will work closely with existing urgent mental health care pathways and other appropriate services in the local health and social care system, including voluntary care sector organisations, to provide holistic and person centred care.

The service will also be working closely with the Basildon A+E department in being able to offer a limited range of physical health interventions in the department itself and if appropriate for onward referral to relevant specialties in the general hospital.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be accountable for ensuring that high quality patient care is delivered at all times. The Physician Associate will be supervised by a designated consultant with regular meetings to support on-going development within the role.

The Physician Associate will attend regular CPD sessions to support on-going development. They will be set clear objectives and will be assessed against them by the end of the first year.

General Requirements

Physician Associates will be based on the MHUCD at the Basildon site psychiatric inpatient wards at EPUT but may also be asked to undertake work in conjunction with Crisis or other Community teams.

Physician Associates will be expected to work flexibly and co-operatively with other members of the clinical team and will be required to cover for colleagues during periods of absence. The Physician Associate role will complement other roles in the team and strengthen the multi-disciplinary team.

They will have continuing responsibility for patients in association with others in the clinical team.

They will ensure accurate records are maintained. Physician Associates will be supported to undertake mandatory training and other training specific to their role.

They will undergo an annual PDR or appraisal in relation to the agreed objectives in advance.

About us

Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.

• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
• Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us - Terms & Condition's Apply
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.

Work that wraps around your needs

• Work bank: You can use the opportunity to supplement your income and develop your skills by working bank shifts.
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.

Job summary

Healthy Lifestyle Advisors - 18 months Fixed Term

We have a new, exciting opportunity for two part time enthusiastic, proactive and compassionate, community-based pregnancy Lifestyle Advisors to join our maternity team on an 18-month fixed-term contract. With 2 posts available, each working 22.5 hours per week these are rewarding, community-based roles. It offers the opportunity to support birthing people and their families to achieve healthier pregnancies and improve outcomes for parents, babies, and communities.

Main duties of the job

As part of this innovative initiative, you will play a key role in delivering person-centred lifestyle support across a variety of community settings. Working alongside midwives, healthcare professionals, and partner organisations, you will empower individuals to make informed choices about their health and wellbeing throughout their maternity journey.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help reduce health inequalities, promote positive behaviour change, and contribute to giving every baby the best possible start in life.

About us

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust is a large acute and specialised hospital trust that provides a range of local acute services to the residents of Worcestershire and more specialised services to a larger population in Herefordshire and beyond.

The Trust operates hospital-based services from three sites in Kidderminster, Redditch and Worcester

Our workforce is more than 7,000 strong, and our caring staff are recognised as providing good and outstanding patient-centred care. You could be one of them.

We are committed to recruiting the best people to work with us. Our values, which we ask all staff to demonstrate, underpin our everyday work and remain firmly at the heart of all we do.

Being open and honest

Ensuring people feel cared for

Showing respect to everyone

We are committed to developing a culture of continuous improvement by embedding the principles of our Improvement System.

We are proud to have achieved Timewise accreditation - this means we are committed to embedding flexible working within our organisation as a flex positive employer.

DBS Checks and Costs

Any applicants who are offered posts requiring a DBS check as part of their employment check will have the cost of this check (at the current rate) deducted from their salary. Please see link in Supporting Information section for more details on DBS checks and costs.

Job summary

Are you passionate about supporting hard of hearing and Deaf adults?

We have an exciting opportunity for a well motivated Audiologist with an interest in adult audiology or and Audiologist who would like to build on their experience of working at a specialist level, to join us in the Audiology Team at Basildon and Thurrock Hospital and the newly created Thurrock Community Diagnostic Centre on a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.

You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality audiological services and helping individuals regain confidence in their hearing and improving their quality of life.

If this sounds like a good opportunity for you, please apply today

Main duties of the job

If successful you willbe expected to:

• Undertake diagnostic and rehabilitative audiology within the adult audiology service.
• Support as required with assessment on adults with hearing loss and tinnitus.
• Be confident in fitting, maintaining, and verifying NHS hearing aids.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Job summary

Are you looking for a new challenge? Do you want to make a difference to patient care within a hospital setting?

An opportunity has arisen within the Pharmacy Department at the Basildon site for a motivated and enthusiastic pharmacy technician.

We are looking for a Band 5 Pharmacy Technician dependent on experience, registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council, to join our department. The post holder will actively participate in the delivery of a wide range of pharmacy services including Dispensary services, Medicine Management and Optimisation,

The right applicants will be dedicated, hard working individuals that work well in a team environment as well as under own initiative. Attention to detail and organisational skills are essential.

Main duties of the job

• Communicate drug or medicine related information to patients, relatives and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
• Assess electronic/paper drug charts
• Communicate with ward staff to ensure timely supply of medicines.
• Transcribe clinically screened items to order.
• To participate in discharge planning with patients, ward staff and other healthcare professionals in secondary and primary care in order to ensure timely discharge and seamless care post discharge.
• Provide advice to patients in written or verbal format to encourage compliance.
• To assess the suitability of patients' own medicines for continued use during their hospital stay.
• Responsible for the ordering of medicines to the wards under their responsibility, adhering to formulary.
• To ensure ward handover to covering Technician in absence.
• Dispensary Services
• Review prescriptions, dispense and safely supply drugs to patients, ensuring all pertinent information is entered into the department's pharmacy stock control system.Perform final accuracy check on dispensed products following completion of the ACT scheme.Contribute to the maintenance of good stock control within the dispensary.Receive, issue and check controlled drugs.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

10 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

390-GP-CSS-BA-3832

Job locations

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting pharmacy role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you.

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Job description Job responsibilities Are you looking for an exciting pharmacy role using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you. For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description. We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GPHC registration
• BTEC / NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical science

Desirable

• Accredited checking technician qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a team

Desirable

• Hospital pharmacy experience

Person Specification Qualifications Essential GPHC registration BTEC / NVQ level 3 or equivalent in pharmaceutical science Desirable Accredited checking technician qualification Experience Essential Experience working in a team Desirable Hospital pharmacy experience

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Basildon

Nethermayne

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Southend Audiology Department as an Audiologist on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The service offers a wide range of adult and paediatric diagnostic and (re)habilitative approaches.

You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of hearing aid technologies, using international, national and local evidence-based best practice approaches. You will also be involved in a range of diagnostic procedures, working closely alongside the ENT team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join a UKAS IQIPS-accredited service and gain valuable experience within a busy and supportive department.

The department is highly supportive and actively delivers preceptorship programmes for newly qualified staff, making this an ideal opportunity for both early-career and experienced Audiologists seeking to broaden their skills and experience during this 12-month appointment.

Main duties of the job

The provision of a full range of diagnostic and rehabilitative audiology to adults and school aged children both on the acute hospital site and at peripheral clinics without supervision which will include:

• Hearing assessments for adults and older children
• Forming Individual Management Plans
• Hearing aids fitting, impressions and repairs
• A detailed job description can be downloaded alongside this advert.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and proactive pharmacy assistant with excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills to join the cancer pharmacy team at the Horton.

This post would suit somebody with either a hospital pharmacy background, or with community pharmacy experience wishing to make a change into the hospital environment, for which appropriate training will be provided. You must have successfully achieved the relevant units of pharmacy services skills NVQ level 2 (QCF) or an equivalent GPhC accredited training programme. Applications for part-time/flexible working considered..

Did you know that there is an estimated 3 million people living with cancer in the UK, rising to 3.5million by 2025, 4 million by 2030 and 5.3 million by 2040? And on average, someone is diagnosed with cancer every 90 seconds in the UK?

However, it's not all doom and gloom! Average survival is now estimated to be over 10 years from diagnosis (up from average survival time of one year In the 1970s and six years in 2007).

Main duties of the job

Key roles include:

• Work in reception area taking in prescriptions

• Delivery of high-quality pharmacy services for out-patientsand day treatment patients
• Labelling and dispensing prescriptions
• Providing support and ordering medications for patients on oncology and haematology wards following suitable training
• Provide Support to the Cancer Pharmacy Team
• To be aware of and be involved in customer service
• Patient counselling
• Working as part of a team
• Opportunity to work in both ward and dispensary area.

About you:

• You will respond to enquiries and requests from staff, patients and carers and ensure appropriate and accurate information is readily available, and to escalate questions and problems to other members of the pharmacy team when needed. You will be expected to form good working relationships with staff from all the different groups within the Cancer Services and work together as part of a team.

• You should ideally have experience of working as a qualified Pharmacy Dispensing Assistant, using computer systems for dispensing and stock control and have good communication, be well organised and able to use your own initiative.

About us

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk

The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.

Job summary

Ludham & Stalham Green Surgeries have a fantastic opportunity for a healthcare assistant to join the practice, to support the nursing team, on a zero hours contract. Working under the supervision of the nursing team and GP partners, strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, you will assist the clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care. The healthcare assistant will be able to apply their clinical skills and knowledge to carry out high quality practice within designated clinical areas.

The role will offer you the opportunity to build on your experience, skills and competence, requiring you to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Main duties of the job

• Wound care, venepuncture, phlebotomy checks and administering of medicines and vaccines;
• New patient health checks;
• Re-stocking and stock rotation of surgical equipment and vaccines;
• Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms;
• Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations;
• Providing valuable health promotion and education for service users, their families and carers.

About us

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, high achieving and supportive established rural practice providing the full range of traditional family medicine. We are well regarded and supported by our patients. Further information:

• 2 site GMS practice;
• 4 established GP partners;
• Around 5,800 patients;
• Outstanding CQC rating;
• Dispensing at both sites;
• Well established training practice;
• A cohesive practice team who will go above and beyond for their patients and their colleagues;
• A culture of leadership, supportiveness, kindness, respect, and diversity;
• EMIS Web and Footfall clinical systems;
• High QOF / DES / LCS achievement;
• Research Ready Practice;
• Excellent ANP, PNs, NA, HCA, social prescriber, first-contact physio, clinical pharmacist (as well as other ARRS roles);
• Large and supportive management, clinical and administrative team;
• Regular Practice, clinical, governance and MDT meetings;
• Collaborative working with other local practices within a very pro-active PCN;
• Active patient participation group;
• Work/life balance: We are situated on the beautiful Norfolk Broads which is a lovely area to live and work with affordable housing and excellent schools;
• Onsite parking;
• NHS pension scheme;
• Health service discounts;
• Employee assistance scheme;
• Employee savings scheme.

Job summary

Burlington Primary Care is looking to welcome two experienced healthcare assistants into our practice to support our nursing team. The roles are both full-time, one is permanent and the other is a 6-month contract to cover maternity leave.

Working under the direct supervision and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the healthcare assistant will assist the practice clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care.You will be able to grow your current skills and experience, dealing with a range of patients and NHS professionals. You will run your own clinics.

The job role will include supporting the clinical team in the provision and delivery of prescribed programmes of patient care including chronic disease management.

Main duties of the job

• ECG recording
• Phlebotomy
• Spirometry
• Chaperoning duties
• Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses
• Sterilising, cleansing and maintenance of surgical equipment
• Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording
• Assisting with childhood immunisations
• Height/weight/BP measurements
• Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation
• Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms
• Wound care (with training)
• Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions including assisting GPs during the performance of minor operations
• Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being
• Undertaking specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual
• Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted
• Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being
• B12 loading doses
• Long term condition reviews
• Checking ears
• Dopplers

About us

Patients are at the heart of all that the practice does.

We are a busy practice in the heart of Ipswich, rated "Good" by CQC, with over 18,000 patients. Our demographic is varied and will provide the chosen candidate with good all round heath care experience. We have a long standing friendly and professional team of nurses and nurse practitioners for you to be part of.

At BPC, we have a team made up of partners, salaried GPs, trainee GPs, advanced nurse practitioners, practice nurses, emergency care practitioners, health care assistants, pharmacists, admin assistants, care navigators, social prescribers and the management teams. As you can imagine, there's always someone about.

What we can offer you.

• 6 weeks holiday plus bank holidays.
• Membership to NHS pension scheme with 14.38% employer contribution
• Monthly well-being staff events
• Staff well-being rest rooms that includes an outside garden space
• Team building events
• Staff development - for staff to grow and progress within the organisation.
• Staff Parking
• Personalised NHS fleece and uniform if required

Details

Date posted

19 October 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,851 to £29,328 a year DOE

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

15 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

29432-2

Job locations

14 Burlington Road

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 2EU

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Job description Job responsibilities If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience taking assessment diagnostics
• A flexible and positive attitude
• Demonstrate good team working and communication skills and an excellent standard of patient (customer) service
• Excellent interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team members
• Ability to make decisions, organise, time management and prioritise
• Demonstrates excellent team working
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to demonstrate motivation
• Excellent negotiating and influencing skills
• Computer literacy

Desirable

• Experience of working in a busy healthcare environment/primary care
• Knowledge of SystmOne would be a distinct advantage but are not essential as full training can be given
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE (or equivalent)

Desirable

• Qualification/experience in phlebotomy
• Level 3 diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent Resuscitation - minimum of Basic Life Support (BLS)

Person Specification Experience Essential Experience taking assessment diagnostics A flexible and positive attitude Demonstrate good team working and communication skills and an excellent standard of patient (customer) service Excellent interpersonal skills with particular ability to liaise effectively with multidisciplinary team members Ability to make decisions, organise, time management and prioritise Demonstrates excellent team working Ability to work independently Ability to demonstrate motivation Excellent negotiating and influencing skills Computer literacy Desirable Experience of working in a busy healthcare environment/primary care Knowledge of SystmOne would be a distinct advantage but are not essential as full training can be given Driving licence and access to a vehicle Qualifications Essential Educated to GCSE (or equivalent) Desirable Qualification/experience in phlebotomy Level 3 diploma in Health and Social Care or equivalent Resuscitation - minimum of Basic Life Support (BLS)

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

Primary Care Careers

Address

14 Burlington Road

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 2EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Primary Care Careers

Address

14 Burlington Road

Ipswich

Suffolk

IP1 2EU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job summary

We are looking for a Locum Consultant Clinical Psychologist to cover an assignment with the Ministry of Defence (MoD), at HMS Neptune DCMH, in Faslane, Helensburgh.

Work pattern: Monday - Friday (22.5 hours)

The successful applicant will deliver an exceptional standard of care to the MoD service personnel and their families.

Pay Rate:

£49.97 per hour

Main duties of the job

• To provide a high quality, specialist, qualified Consultant Clinical/Counselling psychology service as an autonomous and independent practitioner within the defined service sector and as determined by the Head of Service, Defence Clinical Psychology Service (Hd DCPS).
• To provide a specialist psychological assessment and therapy service, at the same time as demonstrating clinical leadership, offering advice and consultation on clients psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues and to others, contributing to the provision of clinical supervision, working autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the relevant teams policies and procedures
• To maintain the highest standards of record keeping including electronic data entry and recording, report writing, activity returns and the responsible exercise of professional self-governance via supervision and continuous professional development.
• To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development within the defined service sector and as agreed with Hd DCPS.
• To work with a range of professional groups within a multidisciplinary environment. Work may encompass joint assessments, individual outpatient work or a co-ordinated team approach to patient care.

About us

About Military Medical Personnel and Our Benefits:

Military Medical Personnel (MMP) is a specialist recruitment consultancy dedicated exclusively to providing locum civilian medical, dental and healthcare professionals to the Ministry of Defence. We are a contracted supplier to the MOD.

Military Medical Personnel offer an attractive package for candidates which may include the following:

• Attractive rates of pay with weekly payments and choice of payment model
• A generous Refer a Friend bonus scheme
• Flexibility of long- and short-term assignments to suit your availability
• Free uniforms provided (if required)
• A PVG membership (Disclosure Scotland) or an Access Northern Ireland certificate is required for this role.
• Free mandatory training
• Weekly payments
• Assigned an experienced consultant who will support you throughout your application and will continue to look after you during your assignment

All job placements are subject to the receipt of satisfactory compliance requirements.

We reserve the right to remove this requirement once a suitable candidate has been selected.

Please note that MMP is unable to sponsor work visas. Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK, such as a valid visa with no restrictions on hours.

Due to the volume of applications received, only candidates who meet the essential criteria will be contacted regarding their application.

Job summary

We are very excited to offer a temporary post in our neuro team for a Senior Physiotherapist speciality Neurology as part of the neuro rehabilitation service at the Clatterbridge Rehabilitation Centre. This is Band 6 working 15 hours per week. This includes weekend working and working across services of neuro rehabilitation, acute neuro, early supported discharge team and neuro outpatients.

The Centre provides rehabilitation services to Wirral residents following a stroke, and we are a spoke for Wirral, East & West Cheshire, Shropshire and North Wales for the Cheshire and Mersey Rehabilitation Network.

You will require post graduate experience in neurological rehabilitation and relevant experience at Band 5 and/or Band 6 level.

The post holder will provide specialist assessment and intervention for people following stroke, acquired brain injury and other neurological conditions.

We operate an integrated therapy service where occupational therapists and physiotherapists work together to optimise people's outcomes following onset of neurological pathology. You will require excellent communication skills (including competence utilising supported communication techniques), be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical reasoning and be able to case manage patients with complex needs.

You will join an enthusiastic, supportive team with training and supervision from Band 7 staff.

Main duties of the job

• To communicate effectively with staff, patients, relatives and carers and other agencies regarding care and treatment in order to co-ordinate care and to ensure effective and appropriate planning and delivery of treatment.
• To be line-managed by an AHP Team Leader.
• To maintain good working relationships with all other staff involved in patient care.
• To establish a rapport with patients in order to gain their compliance with treatment programmes.
• To communicate effectively with patients and adapt approach where there maybe barriers to understanding e.g. deaf, confusion.
• To be a caring, responsible member of the AHP service and to take a full part in the life of the department.
• The post holder is managed by AHP Team Leader , but has the freedom to act, regarding patient care, guided by protocols and guidelines for conduct. The results/ outcomes of treatment / performance are assessed at agreed intervals through the supervision / appraisal process.
• To be responsible for organising and planning own caseload to meet service and patient priorities.
• To undertake a comprehensive assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multi-pathologies; use developed clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to provide an accurate diagnosis of their condition.

About us

All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.

Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.

We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.

We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.

The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.

Job summary

Join our dedicated Child Looked After (CLA) team within our Life Chances service as an experienced Social Worker, helping to make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

You must have current registration with Social Work England and have experience of working within the legal frameworks that support our work and, where applicable, have successfully completed your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment (ASYE) within a statutory childrens social care setting.

This role is based at our Time Square offices in Bracknell. You will be required to travel regularly as our children in care can live within placements both inside and outside of the Bracknell area. You must be able to work flexibly and outside of core office hours when required on occasions. This role includes an expectation to work from our Time Square office a minimum of 1.5 days per week out of 3 days, alongside flexible working arrangements.

This is a part-time, fixed-term position working 22.5 hours per week, offered as maternity cover for up to 12 months.

Main duties of the job

• To manage a case load of vulnerable care experienced children and provide effective assessment, case planning, interventions and family support to achieve better outcomes for them.
• Complete and implement care plans for children looked after with progress being seen in a timely manner, so that permanency is achieved for them.
• Work meaningfully with adolescents and effectively plan for their transition into adulthood with multi agency colleagues to identify their care needs early and enable successful transition into Adult Social Care services where required and our Leaving Care service.
• To work with other involved professionals and agencies to promote placement stability for children and young people.

About us

Practitioners in our CLA team have the time to get to know everyone they work with, receive excellent support from managers and colleagues across the department and expert guidance whenever they need it. The work we do is centred around making a difference to each individual child who is looked after, including as they approach and enter adulthood via our Leaving Care service that sits within our wider team. Social Workers work determinedly with our most vulnerable children and young people to achieve permanence in safe and secure forever homes.

Life journey work is an integral part of our service to ensure children understand their lived experiences and the decisions made for them as they grow.

Please note: Children's services are currently progressing its Families First transformation programme. This role may be subject to changes to its responsibilities, reporting arrangements and/or job description. Any proposed changes would be managed in accordance with the council's relevant consultation processes and policies.