Job description

Job responsibilities

Job responsibilities

We are looking to appoint a Care Navigator to join our busy GP practices, who will be the first point of contact for arranging patient clinics, liaising with clinical and admin staff together with patients, as well as carrying out general office management tasks. You will have a good telephone manner and experience of booking appointments proving strong organisational skills.

You will be responsible for the arrangement of clinics, liaising with clinical and admin staff together with patients. You will manage general administrative duties within the practices and work with our established processes, policies and procedures to provide a comprehensive high quality service and deal efficiently and courteously with patient enquiries and bookings.

You will have excellent communication skills, a compassionate and friendly nature who can operate in a busy, demanding environment with a range of people and professions, as you will be working in our clinical and administration teams.

Your regular duties in this role will be dealing with telephone, face to face and electronic enquiries, booking and/or amending patient appointments and home visits, contacting patients to provide information from the clinical team and assisting patients to access our services and those available in the wider community.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organised and an effective communicator who can provide a professional and warm welcome to our patients, ensuring every contact is of the highest quality.

IT skills are essential, as you will be regularly creating searches, data input and monitoring our achievements and progress against national, local, and internal targets.

Other Job Responsibilities

CONFIDENTIALITY

• Maintain confidentiality of information, acting within the terms of the Data Protection Act and Caldicott guidance on patient confidentiality at all times.

• Maintain an awareness of the Freedom of Information Act.

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

HEALTH & SAFETY

• The post-holder will manage their own and others health & safety and infection control as defined in the Practices Health & Safety Policy, the Practice Health & Safety Manual, and the Practices Infection Control Policy and published procedures.

• Comply with Practice health & safety policies by following agreed safe working procedures

• Actively report health & safety hazards and infection hazards immediately

• Keeping work and general areas clean and tidy, and using appropriate infection control procedures to keep work areas hygienic and safe from contamination.

• Awareness and compliance with national standards of infection control, hygiene, regulatory / contractual / professional requirements, and good practice guidelines.

• Correct personal use of Personal Protective Equipment PPE and ensuring correct use of PPE by others, advising on appropriate circumstances for use by clinicians, staff and patients.

• Reporting incidents using the organisations Incident Reporting System

• Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines

• Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills

• Demonstrate safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk.

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

• The post-holder will support, promote and maintain the Practices Equality & Diversity Policy.

• No person whether they are staff, patient or visitor should receive less favourable treatment because of their gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.

• The jobholder must comply with all policies and procedures designed to ensure equality of employment and that services are delivered in ways that meet the individual needs of patients and their families.

OTHER DELEGATED DUTIES

This job description is not intended to be exhaustive - it may be changed after consultation with the post holder. The employee shares with the employer the responsibility for review and modification of duties.

Person Specification

skills

Essential

• Excellent Communications skills .
• Excellent Listening skills and attention to detail.
• IT skills are essential, data input and monitoring our achievements and progress against national, local, and internal targets.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths

Desirable

• Qualification in business administration
• Qualification in customer service

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a clinical/NHS setting

Desirable

• Experience working in primary care
• Experience working with EMIS clinical system

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

SSP Health

Address

SSP Health

Atlas Medical Practice

Fingerpost Health Centre

Atlas Street

St Helens

WA9 1LN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. To provide operational management and leadership for all staff and volunteers in the team and area of your responsibility.2. Alongside your manager you will ensure the development of Integrated Business Plan and to ensure delivery of key targets in relation to service performance, integrated governance, workforce planning, partnership development and financial sustainability within your team3. To work in close partnership with Service Users, Carers, Clinical Staff, Trust performance Management and Finance Staff, Corporate Services, Human Resources, Community Care, Independent and Not-for-Profit Organisations in the delivery of operational services.4. The post holder will contribute to the development of the identity and structure of the area of your responsibility, ensuring clear accountability within their area of responsibility and establishing clear accountability for all key result areas and performance management arrangements to ensure effective service delivery.

Person Specification

Education and Qualification

Essential

• Relevant education to degree level or ability to demonstrate equivalent level of knowledge and experience.
• Evidence of continued professional development.

Desirable

• A professional qualification in either Mental Health Nursing, Occupational Therapy or Social Work.
• Post graduate qualification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Significant experience of managing Health and/or Social Care staff and services.
• Demonstrates detailed practical knowledge of Mental Health legislation.
• Experience of developing and implementing new ways of working and procedures.
• Substantial experience of budget systems and management.
• High-level analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly developed people management skills.
• Experience of undertaking patient/staff investigations.
• Knowledge of and experience of practical application of good practice in relation to equalities and diversity.
• Experience of successfully managing significant change.
• Experience of developing and maintaining partnerships with external agencies, professional leads, staff and trades unions.
• Ability to manage teams and individuals in a complex and changing environment.
• Experience of managing complex caseload/workload demands.

Desirable

• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of organisations and individuals.
• Sufficient personal resilience to cope with challenging emotional situations.
• Innovative approach to problem solving.

Skills

Essential

• The ability to demonstrate experience in health, social care or third sector environments to a high level.
• Able to demonstrate good knowledge and understanding of mental health issues, clinical settings and psychosocial interventions.
• Excellent communication skills including influencing, negotiation and empathic skills.
• Project management skills.
• Competent in the use of IT in a windows environment.
• Ability to form effective working relationships with other partners patient groups and stakeholders.
• A developed interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
• A working understanding of the key relationships with commissioners and partners.
• Organisational and time management skills. 10. Clarity of thought and presentation.
• Ability to work alone and with others.
• Ability to work within an ever-changing environment.
• Excellent oral and written presentation skills

Other Requirements

Essential

• Empathy for individuals who have experienced mental health problems and ability to cope with behaviour which may be challenging at times.
• Able to travel easily and frequently around the region which will include attending face-to-face appointments, Trust training and team meetings as required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Avon & Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust

Address

Coffee Tavern

24 High West Street

Weymouth

DT4 8JH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.awp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties:The workload of the Surgery is shared jointly by the clinicians available on the day. The salaried GP is expected to take part in the share of clinical duties including the below list. The needs of the patient population and medical practice should be taken into consideration, meaning this list is not exhaustive and is subject to review and amendment by mutual agreement.

Clinical Duties: Appointments, visits, dealing with queries from patients or other health care professionals.

Home Visits (if appropriate and agreed): These are shared amongst the GP team or the Specialist Practitioner present on the day, if patient appropriate and depending on workload. AVS can be used where appropriate.

Remote Consultations: Some clinics may be required to be taken via remote consultation using the approved technology. Where operational standards are met for home working, remote clinics can be carried out at your place of residence or some other agreed place outside of the Practice as agreed with the Managing Partner.

Administration/Paperwork: Arising both directly from own and Practice caseload (referrals, investigations, results). The Salaried GP is responsible for their own patient-associated referrals, correspondence, administration, and paperwork. They will be expected to take a share of practice general incoming clinical correspondence (scanned documents), repeat prescriptions, results, and patient-associated tasks (patient enquiries and phone calls). Any results that get processed by yourself must be actioned appropriately including calling or texting the patient to inform them.

QoF & Clinical Read coding: Opportunistic and ad-hoc QoF monitoring, ensuring accurate clinical read coding, using templates where available, to assist with Practice contractual compliance and monitoring. The Salaried GP is responsible for ensuring that they are familiar with the protocols and procedures surrounding the collection of data, PPA, and invoicing for private or NHS chargeable (i.e., QOF, Enhanced Services etc.) to ensure that the Practice is reimbursed accordingly. Ardens templates should be used as appropriate to ensure accurate data quality in consultation.

Audits: All staff are expected to instigate and partake in the audit process including initiating and running cyclical audits to assist in providing quality of care for patients.

Meetings: The Salaried GP will be expected to attend relevant Practice meetings, essential to the delivery of team-based care, discussing clinical practice standards, developing practice protocols, mutual professional support for individual practitioners, audit, significant event analysis, meetings with locality colleagues including multidisciplinary team and educational meetings. Where these occur on an ad hoc basis, adjustments to clinical workload may be required.

Personal CPD: The Salaried GP is expected to keep up to date with all Practice Protocols and Policies associated with their job role including the Practices own Practice Index Online Training program. Professional CPD is expected to be maintained by the Salaried GP as part of the revalidation process. The Practice will support personal CPD. This may include a mix of in-house meetings and events, time away from the practice, either in private study, attending educational events, or through the Practice study leave allowance. The Salaried GP must request this leave via Practice Index and await management approval.

Clinical Supervision & Colleague Education: As a Senior Clinician, you will be expected to provide clinical supervision to non-GP HCP colleagues where appropriate. This may be in the case of individual clinical learning opportunities or in the supervision and guidance deemed appropriate in the course of supporting patient care. As a Teaching Practice, the Partnership will expect you to help supervise our F1/F2 Doctors where appropriate and to take part in mentoring Student Placements where you have been allocated to do so. Should this be the case, protected time will be allocated to facilitate this as agreed with the Managing Partner.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified GP
• On the performers register
• Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT)

Desirable

• Qualification in area of special interest relevant to General Practice

Experience

Essential

• Ability to both work autonomously and as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of providing home visits

Desirable

• Experience of working with EMIS
• Experience of total triage

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

The Tutbury Practice

Address

Monk Street

Tutbury

Burton on Trent

Staffordshire

DE13 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Operational Management

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the practice.
• Ensure effective systems and processes are in place to support safe and efficient patient services.
• Monitor and improve practice performance against contractual and organisational objectives.
• Develop and implement practice policies, procedures, and operational plans.
• Support service improvement initiatives and practice development.

• Lead, manage, and support the practice team.
• Oversee recruitment, induction, retention, appraisal, and staff development processes.
• Manage staff absence, performance, disciplinary, and grievance matters in accordance with employment legislation and practice policies.
• Promote staff wellbeing and foster a positive working culture.

• Assist GP Partners with financial planning and budget management.
• Monitor income and expenditure and ensure effective financial controls are maintained.
• Oversee claims, contractual payments, and enhanced service monitoring.
• Liaise with accountants and external financial advisors as required.

• Maintain compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) standards and NHS contractual requirements.
• Ensure all practice policies are reviewed and updated appropriately.
• Manage risk, health and safety, information governance, and business continuity arrangements.
• Oversee safeguarding processes and mandatory training compliance.

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred services.
• Monitor patient feedback and complaints and support continuous improvement.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in service delivery.

• Work closely with the GP Partners to support the achievement of strategic objectives.
• Identify opportunities for service development and practice growth.
• Maintain effective relationships with the Primary Care Network (PCN), Integrated Care Board (ICB), NHS England, and other stakeholders.

• Ensure the practice premises are safe, secure, and fit for purpose.
• Oversee contracts relating to maintenance, security, utilities, and cleaning services.
• Support premises improvement projects where required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in a management role.
• Experience of leading and managing teams.
• Experience of budget monitoring and financial management.
• Experience of implementing policies, procedures, and organisational change.
• Experience of working within a regulated environment.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong organisational and planning abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications.

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE grade A to C in English and Maths
• Previous experience working within General Practice.
• Previous experience as a Practice Manager.
• Experience of NHS contract management and primary care services.

Desirable

• Management qualification (ILM, Diploma, Degree, or equivalent).
• AMSPAR qualification or equivalent.
• Experience of CQC inspections and compliance management.

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

The Tutbury Practice

Address

Monk Street

Tutbury

Burton on Trent

Staffordshire

DE13 9NA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

Office and Facilities Management

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of PCN office facilities, ensuring they are safe, organised and welcoming.
• Manage room bookings and coordinate the use of administrative spaces.
• Liaise with premises providers and contractors regarding maintenance, repairs and service issues.
• Order and manage office supplies, equipment and resources.
• Maintain equipment inventories and coordinate servicing, testing and maintenance schedules.
• Support compliance with health and safety requirements, including fire safety, risk assessments and first aid arrangements.

Workforce and HR Administration

• Coordinate recruitment processes, including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews and issuing correspondence.
• Assist with onboarding new staff, preparing offer documentation, induction packs and access requests.
• Support pre-employment checks, including DBS applications, right-to-work checks, references and employment compliance requirements.
• Maintain accurate and confidential staff records in line with GDPR, employment legislation and CQC requirements.
• Monitor annual leave, sickness absence and workforce records, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Maintain records relating to mandatory training, professional registration, occupational health and staff vaccinations.
• Support workforce planning, staff wellbeing initiatives and learning and development activities.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of an annual PCN training programme.

Governance and Compliance

• Support compliance with CQC standards and PCN governance requirements.
• Maintain policy, procedure and operational documentation, ensuring version control and accessibility.
• Assist with internal and external audits and provide evidence and documentation as required.
• Ensure information governance, confidentiality and data protection requirements are adhered to at all times.
• Support the implementation and review of policies and procedures across the organisation.

Administrative and Operational Support

• Organise and minute Board meetings, leadership meetings and other PCN forums.
• Manage PCN-wide communications, ensuring information is shared effectively with practices and staff.
• Process staff expense claims and maintain associated records.
• Act as a key point of contact for PCN staff, practices and external stakeholders.
• Provide administrative support to service developments, projects and operational initiatives.
• Provide support covering reception at our weekly Health Hub.

Service Support and Improvement

• Work with clinical and operational colleagues to support the smooth delivery of PCN clinics.
• Coordinate resources, space and equipment to support efficient service delivery.
• Identify opportunities to improve administrative systems, processes and staff experience.
• Contribute to service improvement projects and the development of efficient ways of working.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.

Desirable

• A relevant HR qualification (e.g CIPD Level 3 or equivalent)

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in an administrative, office management or operational support role.
• Experience of managing competing priorities and coordinating multiple workstreams.
• Experience of maintaining accurate records and administrative systems.
• Experience of supporting HR or workforce administration processes.

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care
• Experience of working in a GP practice
• Experience of supervising staff or coordinating administrative teams.

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience of minute taking and supporting meetings.
• Experience supporting recruitment, induction and staff training processes.
• Good understanding of confidentiality, GDPR and information governance principles.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel and Teams.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

Desirable

• Experience working within the NHS, Primary Care Network or healthcare environment.
• Experience using EMIS Web & SystmOne.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and healthcare governance requirements.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Professional, reliable and approachable.
• Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Committed to teamwork and continuous improvement.
• Able to work calmly under pressure and meet deadlines.

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

East and Central Brighton Primary Care Network

Address

Freedom Works

4th Floor, Barts House

Black Lion Street

Brighton

BN1 1ND

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

PCN Clinical Pharmacist (12-Month Maternity Cover)

Worcester City Primary Care Network

Full Time - 37.5 Hours per Week

The Role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Pharmacist to join our established Pharmacy Team on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to work across our Primary Care Network, supporting medicines optimisation, improving patient outcomes and contributing to key prescribing initiatives.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will undertake structured medication reviews, provide expert prescribing advice, support chronic disease management, reconcile medicines following hospital discharge and lead on safer prescribing practices. You will play a key role in delivering local prescribing priorities, including the Quality Prescribing and Medicines Service (QPMS), alongside national programmes such as QOF and the Network Contract DES.

Main Duties of the Job:

• Conduct structured medication reviews for patients with complex needs, polypharmacy and long-term conditions.
• Support medicines reconciliation following hospital discharge.
• Provide prescribing advice and medicines information to clinical and non-clinical staff.
• Lead aspects of prescription management, including repeat prescribing processes.
• Support chronic disease management clinics.
• Implement MHRA safety alerts, evidence-based prescribing changes and medicines optimisation initiatives.
• Identify high-risk patient cohorts and help reduce medication-related harm.
• Work collaboratively with GP practices, community pharmacies, hospital colleagues and wider healthcare partners.
• Participate in audits, quality improvement projects and prescribing programmes including QPMS, DSQS and QIPP.

About You:

You will be a GPhC-registered pharmacist with substantial experience in primary care or general practice. You will have completed the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (or equivalent recognised pathway) and possess strong clinical, communication and organisational skills. Experience of medicines optimisation and quality improvement initiatives within primary care is essential.

The candidate must hold their CPPE qualification and have Primary Care experience.

Essential Qualifications and Experience:

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in Pharmacy.
• Current registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Completion of the CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP) or equivalent.
• Minimum two years' post-registration pharmacy experience.
• Significant experience working within primary care/general practice settings.
• Strong understanding of multidisciplinary working and medicines optimisation.

Desirable:

• Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Membership of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).
• Experience working with QOF, QPMS, DES, LES or similar primary care programmes.

What We Offer:

• NHS Pension Scheme
• Enhanced sickness entitlement
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education

Please note: The post holder will be required to travel between practice sites across the PCN as required. Worcester City PCN reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received

Person Specification

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Essential

• Demonstrates general pharmaceutical skills and knowledge in core areas.
• Is able to plan, manage, monitor, advise and review general pharmaceutical care programmes for patients in core areas, including disease states / long term conditions identified by local Pharmaceutical Needs Assessment.
• Demonstrates accountability for delivering professional expertise and direct service provision as an individual.
• Demonstrates ability to use skills in a range of routine situations requiring analysis or comparison of a range of options.
• Recognises priorities when problem-solving and identifies deviations from the normal pattern and is able to refer to seniors or GPs when appropriate.
• Able to follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies/procedures and codes of conduct.
• Involves patients in decisions about prescribed medicines and supporting adherence as per NICE.

Qualifications

Essential

• Completion of an undergraduate degree in Pharmacy and registration with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
• Completion of CPPE Primary Care Pharmacy Education Pathway (PCPEP), or an equivalent recognised pathway.
• Substantial experience working in primary care/general practice, with a good understanding of the general practice environment, systems and multidisciplinary working.
• Minimum of 2 years post graduate experience in pharmacy as demonstrated within a practice portfolio.

Desirable

• Member of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society (RPS).
• Independent Prescribing qualification with demonstrated prescribing portfolio.
• Experience of working with QOF, QPMS, DES, LES or other primary care prescribing and medicines optimisation initiatives.

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

Vertis Health

Address

St Johns House Medical Centre

299 Bromyard road

Worcester

WR2 5FB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.vertishealth.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Registered as practising pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of clinical pharmacy training

Desirable

• Post graduate clinical or mental health pharmacy qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Specialised and up to date knowledge relating to medicines management
• Knowledge of NHS policy, process and guidelines relating to medicines management, pharmacy and mental health
• Knowledge of clinical governance, clinical audit and risk management
• Good IT skills - Windows, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, e-mail and web applications.

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of mental health therapeutics

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience working in hospital pharmacy
• Experience of implementing new procedures or guidelines

Desirable

• Post registration experience working in mental health pharmacy
• Experience in education and training

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Alderley Low Secure Unit

Alderley

Macclesfield

SK10 4UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Registered as practising pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of clinical pharmacy training

Desirable

• Post graduate clinical or mental health pharmacy qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Specialised and up to date knowledge relating to medicines management
• Knowledge of NHS policy, process and guidelines relating to medicines management, pharmacy and mental health
• Knowledge of clinical governance, clinical audit and risk management
• Good IT skills - Windows, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, e-mail and web applications.

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of mental health therapeutics

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience working in hospital pharmacy
• Experience of implementing new procedures or guidelines

Desirable

• Post registration experience working in mental health pharmacy
• Experience in education and training

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Springview/Bowmere Hospital

Clatterbridge Road/Liverpool Road

Wirral/Chester

CH2 1BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• CLINICAL
• Undertake new patient health checks
• Support the practice nurse with health promotion programmes
• Carry out baseline observations such as pulse oximetry, blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, recording findings accurately
• Facilitate routine and 24-hour BP monitoring, advising patients accordingly
• Undertake wound care, dressings and other clinical tasks as required
• Support the practice nurse with the management of chronic disease clinics
• Carry out BMI checks as directed
• Act as a chaperone as required
• Phlebotomy
• Contribute towards learning disability, NHS health and severe mental illness health checks
• ECG recording
• Flu, Pneumococcal vaccinations and B12 injections under a patient specific direction
• Simple dressings including removal of staples and sutures
• Urinalysis
• Preparation and processing of laboratory samples i.e. MSU, sputum, faeces
• NON-CLINICAL
• Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of workspaces
• To have a thorough knowledge of practice procedures
• Ordering of clinical supplies and vaccinations to maintain stock levels - Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording
• Carry out regular stock control of medical equipment in consulting and treatment rooms on a weekly basis
• Contact helplines for technical support for medical equipment when required
• Assist in annual calibration
• Maintain accurate and timely records, ensuring the clinical system is kept up to date
• A duty to advise the Nursing Team of potential problems or errors within a range of assigned tasks
• Attend and participate in any practice meetings and training when required
• Responsible for own time management
• To assist in seasonal and special projects as requested e.g. Flu campaign
• To undertake any other duties appropriate to the post as required by the Partners, Nursing Team or the Practice Management.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications
• Educated to a good standard with excellent literacy and communication skills
• Health Care Assistant certificate

Desirable

• A working knowledge of EMIS & Docman is desirable, however full training would be provided, if required.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Essential

• 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.

Experience

Essential

• Phlebotomy
• Ear irrigation
• Blood pressure monitors
• Health checks
• Electrocardiograms

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice

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

Cobham Health Centre

Address

168 Portsmouth Road

Cobham

Surrey

KT11 1HT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working within a Primary Care Setting

Desirable

• Experience of working within a Primary Care Setting as a Phlebotomist

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE/A Level equivalent

Desirable

• NVQ 3 in Phlebotomy

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

Shore Medical PCN

Address

Poole Road Medical Centre

7 Poole Road

Bournemouth

BH2 5QR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Registered as practising pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of clinical pharmacy training

Desirable

• Post graduate clinical or mental health pharmacy qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Specialised and up to date knowledge relating to medicines management
• Knowledge of NHS policy, process and guidelines relating to medicines management, pharmacy and mental health
• Knowledge of clinical governance, clinical audit and risk management
• Good IT skills - Windows, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, e-mail and web applications.

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of mental health therapeutics

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience working in hospital pharmacy
• Experience of implementing new procedures or guidelines

Desirable

• Post registration experience working in mental health pharmacy
• Experience in education and training

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Springview/Bowmere Hospital

Clatterbridge Road/Liverpool Road

Wirral/Chester

CH2 1BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.

This job advert may close early if a high volume of applications have been received. If interested, please apply for this post as soon as possible.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• BTEC Diploma/Level 3 Diploma in Leadership and Management OR equivalent (i.e. NVQ in Business Administration / RSA Level 3) OR equivalent knowledge gained through relevant work experience plus a willingness to work towards the Level 5 in Leadership and Management within an agreed timescale
• IT Qualification (i.e. ECDL Qualification, RSA, NVQ in Business Administration) OR equivalent knowledge gained through relevant work experience
• Key skills/functional skills in literacy and numeracy Level 2 OR O Level (Grade C and above) / New GCSE in Maths and English (Grade 4 to 9)

Experience

Essential

• Implementing and maintaining systems and processes within an administration team
• Leading, supervising and training staff on administrative processes in a positive manner to facilitate delivery of an effective service.
• Significant experience of working in an administrative environment including digital audio typing, Microsoft Office applications, diary management, filing systems, collating and presenting information
• Co-ordinating meetings and associated duties
• Extracting data and report preparation
• Participation in service and quality improvement initiatives
• Advanced typing skills and inputting data accurately and efficiency

Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of data protection and service user / staff confidentiality in line with defined procedures and guidelines
• A sound understanding of quality improvement initiatives
• Organising and completing demands and workloads meeting deadlines using delegation where necessary
• Problem solving for an area of work or developing alternative or additional procedures.

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

Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Flatts Lane Centre

Middlesbrough

TS6 0SZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Masters Degree in Pharmacy or equivalent
• Registered as practising pharmacist with the General Pharmaceutical Council
• Evidence of continuing professional development
• Evidence of clinical pharmacy training

Desirable

• Post graduate clinical or mental health pharmacy qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Specialised and up to date knowledge relating to medicines management
• Knowledge of NHS policy, process and guidelines relating to medicines management, pharmacy and mental health
• Knowledge of clinical governance, clinical audit and risk management
• Good IT skills - Windows, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, e-mail and web applications.

Desirable

• Specialist knowledge of mental health therapeutics

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience working in hospital pharmacy
• Experience of implementing new procedures or guidelines

Desirable

• Post registration experience working in mental health pharmacy
• Experience in education and training

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Springview/Bowmere Hospital

Clatterbridge Road/Liverpool Road

Wirral/Chester

CH2 1BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose: To provide high-quality clinical and administrative support across multiple GP practice sites, assisting the practice team in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform venepuncture and other blood sampling procedures safely and accurately.

• Administer immunisations, including flu vaccines and B12 injections.

• Measure and record patient blood pressure and other vital signs.

• Conduct NHS Health Checks and diabetic foot checks.

• Support clinicians during patient consultations and procedures as required.

• Maintain accurate patient records in line with practice policies and data protection regulations.

• Assist with the smooth running of clinical areas, including preparation and stock management of clinical equipment.

• Work flexibly across multiple practice sites to meet service needs.

• Participate in training and professional development activities as required.

• Stock management including ordering

• Safety checks including stock check and fridge temperature monitoring

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a general practice or primary care setting.
• Competence in venepuncture, immunisations, and basic clinical assessments.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility to work across multiple sites.
• Commitment to delivering high standards of patient care.

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

HT Practice

Address

156 Stockport Road

Ashton Under Lyne

OL7 0NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• B Tech/NVQ Level III in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent as recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Accredited accuracy checking qualification for dispensed medicines or working towards
• Registered as practising Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC

Desirable

• Medicines Management Qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Good IT skills - Windows, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, e-mail and web-applications
• Evidence of CPD
• Understanding of clinical governance related to the use of medicines and prescribing

Desirable

• Ability to write and present clear and accurate reports

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience of ward based services
• Experience in training staff

Desirable

• Post qualification experience of primary care medicines management
• Project management

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Bowmere Hospital

Liverpool Road

Chester

CH2 1BQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please download a copy of the job description (see documents to download section below) for full details of the main responsibilities for this role.

At CWP, our recruitment selection processes are based on both competence (see person specification for details) and values.

CWP recruits people that can demonstrate the Trusts Values in their everyday life and we use a values-based approach in our interviews, which explores not only what you do but how and why you do it.

Before applying, we encourage you to review the Trusts Values and think about how these align with your own personal values. The supporting information section in your application should reflect your understanding of the Trusts Values and associated behaviours and you should provide examples from your work experience and/or personal life which demonstrate these values through your behaviours.

An applicant guide to help and support you through your recruitment journey can be accessed at the bottom of this page. Further help and support for completing your application can be accessed via our website. If you need any further guidance to help you complete your application, contact our recruitment team via email at: [email protected] or by calling 01244 393100.

If you have a disability that meets the definition set out in the Equality Act 2010, and you can show that you meet the essential criteria described in the person specification for an available position, please answer YES to the question: Do you wish to be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme?

Please inform the team if you have any special support needs to be considered as part of the interview and selection processes.

The trust offers a Guaranteed Interview Scheme to any armed forces community applicants who meet the essential criteria for the post and encourages applications from armed forces reservists or cadet force adult volunteers.

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. A small annual fee of £16 per year applies.

New entrants to the NHS will commence on the minimum of the scale stated above.

Applicants are advised to apply early as if a large number of applications are received for this post we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the advertised date.

Good luck with your application. We hope to welcome you to Team CWP very soon!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• B Tech/NVQ Level III in Pharmaceutical Sciences or equivalent as recognised by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
• Accredited accuracy checking qualification for dispensed medicines or working towards
• Registered as practising Pharmacy Technician with the GPhC

Desirable

• Medicines Management Qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Good IT skills - Windows, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, e-mail and web-applications
• Evidence of CPD
• Understanding of clinical governance related to the use of medicines and prescribing

Desirable

• Ability to write and present clear and accurate reports

Experience

Essential

• Post qualification experience of ward based services
• Experience in training staff

Desirable

• Post qualification experience of primary care medicines management
• Project management

Trust Values

Essential

• Demonstrate alignment with Trust Values (6 C's: Commitment, Communication, Care, Courage, Compassion, Competency)

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

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Alderley Low Secure Unit

Alderley

Macclesfield

SK10 4UJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cwp.nhs.uk/about-us/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)