Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary:

To provide general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to both patients and other visitors, in person or via the telephone.

To ensure all reception duties are undertaken efficiently and promptly.

Job Responsibilities:

• To have a knowledge and understanding of Practice policies and procedures.
• To work in accordance to written protocols surrounding the reception team.
• Filing post in medical records
• Photocopying as requested
• Dealing with patients and visitors both face-to-face and via the telephone
• To be able to cover all receptions positions as necessary
• Handling completed repeat prescriptions and processing requests where required
• Processing appointments requests for patients by telephone and in person
• Deal with home visit requests
• Summarising
• Scanning and coding of letters

Person Specification

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills, written and spoken.
• Ability to use IT systems and windows.
• Basic knowledge of general protocols and policies relating to reception and admin duties.

Desirable

• Ability to use medical IT systems E.g. System1

Experience

Essential

• Previous reception experience.
• Experience with customer services and dealing with public and/or patients.

Desirable

• Previous experience of working in a GP surgery.

Qualities and Attributes

Essential

• Show enthusiasm to developing personal skills
• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality
• Determine own workload priorities
• Clean, tidy appearance
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to use own initiative
• Ability to work under pressure
• Flexibility of working hours

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE Grades A to C in Maths and English or the equivalent

Desirable

• Customer Service background

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

Westbourne Medical Centre

Address

7 Trinity Mews

North Ormesby

Middlesbrough

Cleveland

TS3 6AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Director of Medicines & Governance is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership for medicines optimisation, prescribing governance, clinical governance and regulatory compliance across WellBN's multi-site practice.

Working closely with the Partners and senior leadership team, the postholder will lead the pharmacy and medicines management team, oversee patient safety and risk management systems, and ensure compliance with CQC standards and NHS contractual requirements.

Medicines Optimisation and Prescribing Governance

• Lead the medicines optimisation strategy across all practice sites.

• Oversee prescribing quality, safety and cost-effectiveness.

• Develop and implement systems to support evidence-based prescribing.

• Lead medicines-related audits and improvement programmes.

• Monitor prescribing performance and identify opportunities for improvement.

Clinical Governance and Patient Safety

• Provide strategic leadership for clinical governance across the practice.

• Oversee patient safety, risk management and incident reporting processes.

• Promote a culture of learning, openness and continuous improvement.

• Support the investigation of significant events and implementation of learning.

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Lead medicines-related CQC readiness and ongoing compliance activity.

• Ensure governance policies and procedures remain current and compliant.

• Coordinate quality assurance programmes across all sites.

• Provide governance and assurance reports to Partners and senior leaders.

Quality Improvement and Audit

• Develop and deliver the annual medicines audit and quality improvement programme.

• Monitor quality indicators and service performance data.

• Use data to drive improvements in safety, quality and efficiency.

• Support innovation and service redesign.

Leadership and Management

• Lead, support and develop the pharmacy and medicines management team.

• Provide professional leadership, coaching and mentorship.

• Promote staff engagement, wellbeing and development.

Strategic and External Leadership

• Support delivery of QOF and enhanced service requirements.

• Contribute to organisational strategy and business planning.

• Represent WellBN at PCN, ICB and wider NHS meetings.

• Build effective relationships with commissioners, regulators and partner organisations.

• Identify Opportunities for efficiency and service improvement.

• Support achievement of contractual and organisational objectives.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Current professional registration with the GPhC, GMC, NMC or another relevant professional body.

Desirable

• Independent Prescriber qualification.
• Postgraduate qualification in leadership or management.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical colleagues across a multi-site organisation.
• Ability to use data, evidence and performance information to drive improvement.
• Strong commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and good governance.

Experience

Essential

• Significant senior leadership experience within primary care or NHS services.
• Extensive knowledge and experience of medicines optimisation and prescribing governance.
• Strong understanding of clinical governance, risk management and patient safety.
• Experience of leading quality improvement and audit programmes.
• Knowledge and understanding of CQC standards, NHS contractual requirements and relevant regulatory frameworks.

Desirable

• Experience of working at PCN, ICB or wider system leadership level.
• Experience of leading large-scale transformation programmes.

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

WellBN

Address

18-19 Western Road

Hove

BN3 1AE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Chair's Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Work with the Operational Lead and Directors to shape, develop and oversee delivery of the organisation's strategic objectives.
• Ensure the organisation remains responsive to emerging NHS workforce priorities and changes within primary care and neighbourhood health services.
• Support the development of innovative workforce solutions that respond to local and system-wide need.
• Promote continuous improvement and organisational learning.
• Ensure strategic decisions support the long-term sustainability and resilience of the organisation.

Financial Sustainability and Organisational Resilience:

• Provide Board leadership on financial sustainability and long-term organisational viability.
• Support the development of income diversification strategies and business development opportunities.
• Ensure effective oversight of financial performance, reserves, risk management and organisational performance.
• Promote assurance arrangements that support effective stewardship of public resources.
• Ensure strategic risks are identified, monitored and mitigated appropriately.
• Support organisational resilience planning and business continuity arrangements.

Executive Leadership, Succession and Transition:

• Establish and maintain an effective and constructive working relationship with the Operational Lead.
• Provide support, guidance and appropriate challenge to the executive leadership function.
• Lead the appraisal of the Operational Lead on behalf of the Board.
• Support succession planning and leadership development arrangements.
• Provide governance oversight during periods of executive transition and organisational change.

Partnership Working and External Representation:

• Act as an ambassador for the South West London Training Hub CIC.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with NHS England, South West London Integrated Care Board, Primary Care Networks, locality Training Hubs, education providers and other strategic partners.
• Promote collaboration and partnership working across organisational boundaries.
• Represent the organisation at relevant strategic meetings and forums.
• Champion the importance of workforce development and the contribution of Training Hubs to the wider health and care system.

Board Leadership and Governance:

• Lead the Board in setting and overseeing the strategic direction of South West London Training Hub CIC.
• Ensure the Board operates effectively and in accordance with the Company's Articles of Association, statutory requirements and governance framework.
• Ensure the Board focuses on strategy, governance, assurance, scrutiny and organisational sustainability, while enabling the operational leadership team to focus on implementation, management and delivery of the Training Hub's offer.
• Support the organisation with next years re-procurement of Training Hubs by Heath Education England/NHS England.
• Promote the highest standards of integrity, accountability, transparency and ethical conduct.
• Foster an inclusive and effective Board culture that encourages constructive challenge, respectful debate and collective decision-making.
• Ensure Directors understand and fulfil their statutory and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Ensure actual, potential and perceived conflicts of interest are appropriately identified, declared and managed.
• Lead regular reviews of Board effectiveness and governance arrangements.
• Support the recruitment, induction, appraisal and development of Board members.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• An understanding of primary care workforce development and the role of Training Hubs as well as the NHS, Integrated Care Systems and partnership working.
• Understanding of Directors' statutory and fiduciary duties.
• Knowledge of financial governance, assurance and risk management.
• Independence of judgement with accompanying sound judgement, integrity and personal resilience.
• Ability to identify, declare and appropriately manage conflicts of interest.
• Strong strategic thinking and leadership capability.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Strong facilitation and meeting-management skills with the ability to support and challenge appropriately.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to balance strategic governance with operational delivery.

Desirable

• Experience within primary care or of working with Training Hubs, Primary Care Networks or Integrated Care Boards.
• Understanding of or experience of working within a Community Interest Company, social enterprise or not-for-profit organisation.
• Experience of developing commercial opportunities or diversified income streams.
• Knowledge of neighbourhood health models and workforce transformation programmes.
• Established professional networks across health, education or public service sectors.

Experience

Essential

• Governance and Leadership-
• Board-level leadership experience as a Chair, Non-Executive Director, Trustee or senior executive.
• Evidence of successfully chairing Boards, committees or senior governance forums.
• Experience of creating effective Board cultures that promote inclusion, accountability, constructive challenge and collective decision-making.
• Experience of managing constructive disagreement and achieving consensus amongst diverse stakeholders.
• Experience of leading organisations through periods of strategic change, transformation or growth.

Organisational Development

Essential

• Experience of supporting executive transition, succession planning and organisational resilience.
• Experience of overseeing organisational performance, assurance and risk management

Financial Sustainability

Essential

• Experience of overseeing financial sustainability within a complex organisation.
• Experience of managing risk associated with funding uncertainty, organisational change or shifting strategic priorities.
• Experience of supporting income diversification and long-term business sustainability.

Partnership and System Leadership

Essential

• Experience of partnership working across organisational boundaries.
• Experience of influencing senior stakeholders within health, education, public service or related sectors.
• Experience of operating within complex systems involving multiple organisations and competing priorities.

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

Sutton Primary Care Networks

Address

South West London ( Hybrid)

120 The Broadway

Wimbledon

London

SW19 1RH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Monitor communication and information flow into the Finance department via post, email, telephone, or other channels and respond appropriately

Input sales and purchase invoices and credit notes into the system, ensuring correct financial coding is applied

Ensure that all relevant documentation related to payment of invoices is accurate and up to date before payment is processed, such as purchase orders and delivery notes, bank details and company addresses

Supporting supplier payments, ensuring they are processed within agreed terms. These payments can be significant in value, so the post holder must be accurate and experienced in handling high value payments, referring to the Finance Manager when necessary

Produce regular aged debtor and creditor reports

Credit control and debt management for all customers including producing customer statements and reconciliations, supporting the Finance team and working alongside the Finance Manager to resolve outstanding aged debtors

Maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and respond to first line queries regarding financial issues

Monthly reconciliation of supplier statements to the purchase ledger, working to resolve any queries or differences that may arise within the roles delegated authority

Supporting with banking reconciliations

Day to day management of petty cash

Assisting and supporting the Finance Manager in a variety of tasks and procedures -especially at month and year end

Contribute as an effective team member within the Finance Services team, supporting the achievement of finance objectives, including the evaluation of processes

Provide support to the external and internal audit processes

Liaise between HR and the external payroll provider.

Provide accurate payroll data.

General office administrative duties such as filing bank statements, invoices and other documents.

Provide support to other members of the team as required

Develop strong, professional relationships with colleagues to help create a positive working environment

Promote an efficient and positive image of the organisation for all suppliers and customers

Comply with strict financial timetables, contributing to an efficient and effective financial accounting service

Undertake any other duties as agreed with the Finance Manager, in order to meet the needs of the organisation.

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Ideally the postholder will have experience within both the finance field and or within Primary Care.

Qualifications

Essential

• An understanding, acceptance and adherence to the need for strict confidentiality An understanding of data protection legislation GCSE English Language, Grade C or above (or equivalent) Experience using medical systems General Practice or NHS experience

Desirable

• Experience Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications
• Evidence of willingness to learn and develop Ability to multi-task Adaptable, innovative, forward looking Enthusiasm, with energy and drive Professional and smart appearance Willing to work flexible hours as necessary Able to travel if 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

Affinity Care

Address

Shipley Medical Centre

Alexandra Rd

Shipley

West Yorkshire

BD18 3EG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Participate in all treatment and preventative healthcare services as delegated and agreed by clinical leads.

Provide direct clinical care using established clinical guidelines.

Consult and refer patients, in person or digitally, to physicians, medical specialists and other health professionals as indicated.

Undertake history taking, physical examination and clinical assessment of appropriately triaged/booked patients; establish working diagnoses within scope, explain findings and management options, with GP supervision.

Play an integral part in the Network DES Contract for Care Homes across each PCN.

Recommend diagnostic investigations and treatment within scope and agreed protocols; treatment decisions must be appropriately supervised and PAs must not prescribe.

Request and interpret laboratory investigation results when necessary.

Undertake diagnostic examinations and treatment procedures for which appropriately trained, competent and authorised, under clinical supervision.

Instruct and educate patients in preventative healthcare.

Conduct telephone/video consultations, including discussing laboratory investigation results and implications and dealing with routine/emergency complaints.

Request/arrange laboratory and other diagnostic investigations where permitted by local policy and within scope, with supervision.

Fully document patient care and complete required legal/administrative paperwork.

Participate in clinicians duty rota, including home visits where appropriate.

Establish working diagnoses and propose management plans within scope, seeking advice/referring to the supervising GP or appropriate clinician where required.

Provide clinical tasks to nursing staff and Primary Care Team as required.

Communicate with Primary Care colleagues and hospital specialists to discuss/refer patients, coordinate activities or exchange information to improve care.

Deal with community hospitals, consultants, healthcare providers, insurance companies and community organisations to refer/consult on cases and participate in community service/education projects.

In line with current NHS England guidance, PAs will not routinely see undifferentiated patients. Patients must be appropriately triaged/booked into a defined pathway before PA assessment, except where a nationally/locally agreed protocol permits otherwise.

Signposting

Ensure patients are referred to the appropriate healthcare professional for the appropriate level of care within an appropriate period, e.g. pathology results, common/minor ailments, acute conditions and long-term condition reviews.

Audit and Risk Stratification

Participate in care planning and management of high-risk patients as part of the multidisciplinary team.

Participate in audit activities to optimise prescribing resources.

Feedback clinical audit results in agreed areas, implement recommendations and complete the audit cycle.

Make recommendations based on audit and shared learning outcomes.

Work with practices to identify and recall patients due for review, ensuring appropriate monitoring tests are performed.

Analyse, interpret and present prescribing information at practice and population level to support decision-making and evidence-based practice.

Care Quality Commission

Work with the general practice team to ensure CQC compliance.

Public Health

Support public health campaigns.

Provide specialist knowledge on public health programmes available to the public.

Collaborative Working Relationships

Recognise colleagues roles and their contribution to patient care.

Use appropriate communication to gain co-operation of stakeholders including patients, senior/peer colleagues and other NHS/private organisations.

Work as a team.

Recognise personal limitations and refer to appropriate colleagues when necessary.

Develop and maintain effective relationships within/outside the practice and locality.

Foster strong links with locality services.

Explore and initiate collaborative working opportunities.

Integrate general practice with community and hospital teams.

Liaise with stakeholders for collective patient benefit, including patients; GPs, nurses and practice staff; healthcare professionals, optometrists, dentists, health/social care teams and dieticians; locality/GP leads; locality managers; community nurses/AHPs; community/hospital pharmacy teams; hospital staff.

Knowledge, Skill and Experience Required

Completion of postgraduate medical training in Physician Associate studies (UK).

Preferably minimum 2 years PA experience, demonstrated within a practice portfolio.

Current GMC registration as a Physician Associate.

Experience/awareness of common acute and long-term conditions seen in general practice.

Recognise priorities when problem-solving, identify deviations from normal patterns and refer to seniors/GPs when appropriate.

Follow legal, ethical, professional and organisational policies/procedures and codes of conduct.

Leadership

Understand role in governance and implement appropriately.

Understand and contribute to workplace vision.

Engage with PPGs and involve them in development of the role and practices.

Improve quality within service limitations.

Review yearly progress and develop plans to achieve results within priorities set by others.

Motivate self to achieve goals.

Promote diversity and equality in people management and lead by example.

Management

Understand implications of national priorities for team/service.

Understand effective resource utilisation.

Understand and conform to relevant standards of practice.

Identify and resolve risk management issues according to policy/protocol.

Extend boundaries of service delivery within the team.

Education, Training and Development

Maintain GMC registration and comply with GMC professional practice requirements.

Maintain CPD in accordance with GMC requirements, organisational policy and PDP, keeping knowledge/skills current and within scope.

Participate in annual appraisal and GMC ongoing professional development/revalidation requirements as applicable to PAs.

Maintain evidence of CPD, learning, reflection and professional development.

Undertake mandatory and role-specific training needed to maintain competence in clinical skills/procedures.

Keep up to date with medical research, technology and evidence-based practice through education courses, professional meetings, journals etc.

Undertake research/analysis to improve clinical care, diagnosis and treatment, including audit, literature review and researching unusual symptoms/treatment options with physicians/specialists.

Provide literature reviews and review/analyse the significance of diagnostic test results.

Assist in clinical instruction/supervision of medical/nursing students and other learners, including educational development and mentoring of PA students.

Attend regular multidisciplinary meetings to discuss and learn from significant clinical events.

Attend regular educational meetings to update clinical knowledge, policy/guidelines and disseminate relevant information.

Reflect regularly on practice and record learning encounters to identify learning needs and support lifelong learning/CPD.

Demonstrate learning contributing to role performance/personal development; discuss at annual appraisal and agree courses/learning with clinical supervisor.

Support learning activities with reflective entries demonstrating application of learning to clinical scenarios.

Research and Evaluation

Critically evaluate/review literature.

Identify gaps in the evidence base supporting practice.

Generate evidence suitable for practice/local presentations.

Apply research evidence to the workplace.

Understand research governance principles.

Health and Safety/Risk Management

Comply with Practice Health and Safety policies, safe working procedures and incident reporting system.

Comply with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018, Access to Health Records Act 1990 and information governance policies/procedures.

9. Infection Control

Comply with infection prevention/control policies and complete related mandatory training.

Equality and Diversity

Co-operate with equality of employment policies/procedures; treat co-workers, patients and visitors equally irrespective of gender, ethnic origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion etc.

Respect for Patient Confidentiality

Comply with UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and organisational information governance/confidentiality requirements. Information about patients, carers, colleagues, healthcare workers or organisational business may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with policy, information governance requirements and legislation.

Special Working Conditions

Travel independently between practice sites where applicable and attend meetings hosted by other agencies.

Contact with body fluids such as wound exudates and urine during clinical practice.

Development Review

Discuss and agree key performance objectives, development needs and PDP at Annual Appraisal Reviews.

Job Description Agreement

This job description outlines key tasks and responsibilities only. Other duties commensurate with the position may be required. It is subject to regular review and may be amended for developments within Primary Care. Staff should be prepared to take on additional or relinquish existing duties to maintain efficient primary care services.

Person Specification

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Flexible and adaptable to team and service needs.
• Flexible approach to change.
• Reliable and confident.

Knowledge, skills & abilities

Essential

• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Ability to assess clinically triaged patients, undertake appropriate examination and establish a working diagnosis within scope, with appropriate escalation.
• Able to demonstrate promotion of Best Practice through clinical governance mechanisms.
• Able to promote or create a climate of clinical inquiry within practices and network.
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
• Able to prioritise own workload.
• Full Driving License and Use of Own Vehicle
• Able to use Information Technology systems.
• Good interpersonal skills, including negotiation and communication.
• Able to teach skills to all levels, to patients and health professionals.
• Organisational skills.
• Leadership skills
• Able to organise and prioritise own workload, work proactively within scope, and recognise when supervision or escalation is required.

Desirable

• Broad knowledge within General Practice and Primary Care.
• Presentation skills.

Qualifications

Essential

• Postgraduate medical training in Physician Associate Studies (UK)
• Current registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) as a Physician Associate

Experience

Essential

• High level of personal and professional accountability, with the ability to work safely within defined scope of competence and supervision arrangements.
• Experience of dealing with a range of clinical conditions
• Understanding and experience of research and audit.
• Experience of developing effective working relationships.

Desirable

• Experience of working as a physician associate
• Understand the importance of evidence-based practice
• Video Consultation 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.

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

Local Primary Care GP Federation

Address

Suite 5, Blackburn Enterprise Centre

Furthergate

Blackburn

Lancashire

BB1 3HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be involved in delivering high quality care clinical decision making and contributing to ongoing service development.

Please see attached the job description for a full overview on the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in medicine recognised by the General Medical Council
• Completion of foundation training
• Completion of training course in General Practice
• GMC registration

Desirable

• Registration on the GP Performers List

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

Our Health Partnership

Address

Our Health Partnership

1856 Pershore Road

Kings Norton

Birmingham

B30 3AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties of the job

Job Summary

Direct clinical involvement in long term condition/chronic disease management

Delivery of nursing care to patients in the practice population

Providing advice, support and liaison with other practice staff

Job description

Management of long term conditions which could include:

Frailty

Diabetes

Respiratory

- Asthma

- COPD

Enable individuals with long term conditions and their carers to make informed choices concerning their health and well being and to organise their own support, assistance and action and promoting self care

Support individuals with long term conditions and their carers to change their behaviour and to reduce the risk of complications

Manage programmes of care for patients with acute and chronic disease by planning and evaluating care

Work across boundaries and in partnership with primary and secondary care clinicians and social services, coordinating care promoting a multi-disciplinary approach.

Review prescribed medication and provide advice on all aspects of medicines management, within scope of practice. Refer to relevant clinicians where appropriate.

ConfidentialityThe post holder will maintain appropriate confidentiality of information relating to commercially sensitive matters regarding PCN business, and to personal information relating to members of staff and patients. The post holder will be expected to comply with all aspects of the Data Protection Act (1998).

Equality & Diversity Bridgwater Bay PCN is committed to achieving equality of opportunity for all staff and for those who access services. You must work in accordance with equal opportunity policies/procedures and promote the equality and diversity agenda of the PCN.

SafeguardingAll employees have a duty for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Staff must be aware of the procedure for raising concerns about the welfare of anyone with whom they have contact.

Risk Management / Health and SafetyEmployees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974, ensure that agreed safety procedures are carried out and maintain a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors.

Records Management The post holder has responsibility for the timely and accurate creation, maintenance and storage of records in accordance with policy, including email documents and regarding the Data Protection Act, The Freedom of Information Act and any other relevant statutory requirements.

Clinical Governance The post holder will be expected to participate in clinical governance activities to assist the PCN to provide high quality services.

Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infection The post holder is expected to comply with Infection Control Policies and conduct themselves at all times in such a manner as to minimise the risk of healthcare associated infection.

Policies & Procedures Employees are expected to follow policies, procedures and guidance as well as professional standards and guidelines.

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.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registration

Desirable

• Diplomas in care of patients with Diabetes, asthma / copd
• Non medical prescribing qualification

Knowledge and Communication

Essential

• - understanding of proactive care and frailty models
• - strong communication skills

Desirable

• data interpretation for improved patient outcomes.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working with patients to achieve goals specific to their health needs.
• Experience in helping patients to manage their long term conditions, specifically Diabetes and respiratory conditions
• Ability to liaise with the wider multidisciplinary team to help the patient achieve their goals.
• Good communication skills

Desirable

• Experience in working in Primary care.
• Experience of EMIS and commonly used IT systems
• care home or community 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Bridgwater Bay Primary Care Network

Address

Victoria Park Health & Wellbeing Hub

Victoria Park Drive

Bridgwater

Somerset

TA6 7AS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

To provide advanced specialist dermatology nursing care within the Yorkshire Health Partners Dermatology Service. The post holder will act as a clinical leader, delivering expert patient care, leading a team of dermatology nurses, and ensuring service delivery meets YHP Dermatology Service specifications, quality standards, and performance outcomes

Job Summary

The Specialist Dermatology Nurse will:

• Lead and manage a dermatology nursing team to deliver high-quality patient care
• Undertake autonomous clinical assessment, diagnosis - within scope - and management of dermatology patients
• Deliver and oversee nurse-led clinics for a range of skin conditions
• Monitor, manage, and improve service performance, patient outcomes, and experience
• Contribute to service development, innovation, and quality improvement

Key Areas of Responsibility

Clinical Responsibilities

• Undertake advanced dermatology assessment, clinical examination, and decision-making
• Diagnose and manage a wide range of dermatological conditions within scope of practice
• Run autonomous nurse-led clinics, including triage, follow-up, and treatment services
• Initiate and monitor treatments, including systemic therapies, within competence and prescribing qualification
• Provide advanced clinical care including independent prescribing - where qualified - and delivery of minor surgical procedures, contributing to a comprehensive community dermatology service

• Manage complex patients and escalate appropriately
• Provide expert advice, education, and support to patients and carers
• Act as a specialist resource for dermatology within the wider MDT

Leadership and Team Management

• Provide leadership and line management to the dermatology nursing team
• Undertake appraisals, performance management, and workforce development
• Support recruitment, retention, and workforce planning
• Promote a culture of high performance, continuous learning, and patient-centred care

Operational Management

• Lead the day-to-day operational delivery of dermatology services
• Ensure clinics and services meet agreed activity levels, waiting time targets, and service specifications
• Develop, implement, and review clinical pathways in line with YHP Dermatology Service requirements
• Contribute to service planning and transformation initiatives

Performance and Outcomes Monitoring

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators, including clinical outcomes, access, and quality metrics
• Lead and participate in audits, service evaluation, and quality improvement initiatives
• Use data and feedback to drive improvements in service delivery
• Ensure compliance with governance frameworks and contractual standards

Financial Management and Planning

• Support effective use of resources within the service
• Contribute to budget management and cost-effective care delivery
• Ensure appropriate utilisation of treatments and clinical resources

Building Capacity through Effective Leadership

• Develop team capability through education, mentorship, and training
• Support skill development and extended roles within the nursing team
• Encourage multidisciplinary collaboration across primary and secondary care

Communication

• Maintain effective communication with patients, carers, and the MDT
• Liaise with GPs, consultants, and external providers to ensure continuity of care
• Ensure clear and accurate documentation and reporting

Risk Management and Quality Assurance

• Lead on identification and management of clinical and organisational risks
• Ensure adherence to clinical governance and quality standards
• Participate in incident investigation and implementation of learning
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention and patient safety

Management of Workload and Personal Development

• Act autonomously in prioritising and managing workload
• Maintain continuing professional development and clinical competence
• Participate in leadership development and organisational initiatives

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Willingness to work flexibly to meet service needs
• Ability to travel across service locations where required
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and NMC revalidation

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered NMC Nurse
• Evidence of post-registration experience in dermatology or relevant clinical specialty
• Evidence of continued professional development relevant to dermatology practice

Desirable

• Recognised dermatology qualification or accredited training module
• Mentorship or assessor qualification or equivalent
• Independent prescribing qualification - or willingness to work towards

Knowledge and skills

Essential

• Knowledge of common dermatological conditions and their management
• Ability to undertake patient assessment, triage, and care planning within defined protocols
• Understanding of clinical governance, safeguarding, and risk management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively under pressure
• IT skills including use of electronic patient records and Microsoft Office systems
• Ability to recognise clinical risk and escalate appropriately

Desirable

• Knowledge of advanced dermatology treatments - e.g. systemic therapies, biologics
• Understanding of community dermatology service models and pathways
• Teaching, supervision, or mentorship skills
• Knowledge of audit processes and data interpretation

Personal attributes

Essential

• Professional accountable and patient-centred approach
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team
• Adaptable and flexible in a changing clinical environment
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of care

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as a registered nurse in a clinical setting
• Experience of managing patients with dermatological or related long-term conditions
• Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of delivering care within outpatient or community settings
• Experience of supporting junior staff students or healthcare assistants
• Experience of participating in audit service evaluation or quality improvement

Desirable

• Experience in nurse-led clinics
• Experience within dermatology services
• Experience working in community or primary care-based services
• Experience contributing to service development 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

Yorkshire Health Partners Ltd

Address

Unit 2

Annie Med Lane

South Cave

East Riding of Yorkshire

HU15 2HG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for someone with excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills, who can manage competing priorities and remain calm and professional in sensitive, emotive or challenging situations. You will need to be confident in handling complex information, maintaining confidentiality, escalating risk appropriately and producing clear, compassionate and accurate written responses.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to improving patient experience and strengthening the way the ICB responds to concerns.

If you are committed to fairness, learning, quality improvement and excellent public service, we would welcome your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level of experience of working at a similar level in specialist area
• Further training or significant experience in project management, financial management or supporting change management processes

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing complaints and patient experiences in a healthcare environment
• Familiarity with the NHS complaints and patient experiences regulations
• Experience and understanding of evaluating and measuring the performance of health services
• Experience in communications and stakeholder management

Desirable

• Comprehensive knowledge of project management and/or health information systems development
• Workforce development knowledge and experience
• Previous experience in similar role in public sector

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North East & North Cumbria ICB

Address

Pemberton House

Colima Avenue

Sunderland

SR5 3XB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

More detail about the role

The successful candidate will be expected to work across both Torrington and Holsworthy Community Hospitals and may be required to support other community hospital sites across Northern Devon and occasionally work alongside colleagues at our East Devon sites in Tiverton and Sidmouth.

A full driving licence and access to transport are essential due to the travel requirements of the role.

If you are looking for a rewarding nursing role that combines specialist clinical practice, professional development and the opportunity to deliver truly patient-focused care within the community, we would love to hear from you.

This is an exciting opportunity to work within a nurse-led service that brings hospital-based treatments closer to patients' homes, improving their experience while reducing the need for long-distance travel. You will become part of a highly skilled and supportive team, providing high-quality, patient-centred care within a community setting.

Our ACDC service delivers a wide range of specialist treatments and procedures, including:

• Blood transfusions
• Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) therapy
• Iron infusions
• Intravenous antibiotics
• Venesections
• IV magnesium and zoledronic acid treatments
• PICC, Hickman and Portacath care
• Short Synacthen tests
• Prolactin and routine blood testing

We work closely with a variety of specialist services, including the Seamoor Unit, Acute Hospital at Home (AHAH), Haematology, Rheumatology and Gastroenterology teams, as well as local GP surgeries and the Eden Unit at Derriford. Together, we ensure patients can access specialist treatments closer to home whilst receiving exceptional, individualised care.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate current competence in peripheral venous cannulation and intravenous medication/infusion administration, with recent experience delivering IV therapies in a clinical setting.

As a Staff Nurse within ACDC, you will:

• Deliver specialist day treatments safely and effectively in line with service protocols.
• Assess, support and provide holistic nursing care to patients and their families.
• Develop expertise in a wide range of infusion therapies and specialist procedures.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of patient care.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the service, supporting patient pathways and treatment plans.

Why Join Us?

This is a particularly exciting time to join our service as we continue to develop and expand community-based specialist care.

Our team prides itself on being supportive, welcoming and dedicated to providing excellent patient experiences. No two days are the same, and the role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience across a range of specialities whilst developing advanced clinical and leadership skills.

We offer opportunities to:

• Develop specialist knowledge in ambulatory and infusion therapies.
• Gain experience across multiple clinical specialties.
• Expand clinical skills
• Build leadership experience through deputising and supporting service development.
• Mentor and support junior colleagues.
• Make a meaningful difference to patients by helping them receive treatment closer to home.

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be expected to work across both Torrington and Holsworthy Community Hospitals and may be required to support other community hospital sites across Northern Devon and occasionally work alongside colleagues at our East Devon sites in Tiverton and Sidmouth.

A full driving licence and access to transport are essential due to the travel requirements of the role.

If you are looking for a rewarding nursing role that combines specialist clinical practice, professional development and the opportunity to deliver truly patient-focused care within the community, we would love to hear from you.

Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 08:30 -16:30

Interview Date: To be confirmed

For further information please contact: Helen Faulkner, Clinical Lead - Ambulatory Care Day Case (ACDC) Northern Serviceson 07912 783 780 or [email protected]

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

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

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

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

Benefits

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

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

Looking after you is important to us.

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

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

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

Salary is not the only financial benefit

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

You will also have access to other benefits including:

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

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

Car lease schemes.

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

Cycle to work scheme

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

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Torrington

Devon

EX38 7BJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://royaldevon.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

• General Education
• Hold or willing to undertake accredited Level 2 award in cleaning

Desirable

• NVQ Level 2 in Cleaning
• Food Safety qualification

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Ability to accept and prioritise instructions

Desirable

• Previous NHS cleaning knowledge would be desirable

Experience

Essential

• Good understanding of cleaning services

Desirable

• Previous experience in Domestic Services and/or catering.
• Previous experience in dealing with the public

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Jocelyn Solly Resource Centre

Victoria Rd

Macclesfield

SK10 3JE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

As Clinical Lead GP, you will provide clinical leadership across the practice, supporting our multidisciplinary team, strengthening clinical governance and helping to develop a sustainable, resilient and patient-centred model of care.

Located in the heart of East Cornwall, Liskeard offers the perfect blend of rural charm, rich heritage and modern connectivity, where you can:

• Make a meaningful difference in a historic market town and develop lasting relationships with patients and the local community.
• Work within a close-knit practice while benefiting from the resources, expertise and career opportunities of a wider healthcare organisation.
• Enjoy excellent connectivity, with direct rail links to Plymouth and Truro.
• Become part of an exciting period of transformation, including plans for a new state-of-the-art surgery.

The surgery has served the local community since 1874 from its Grade II listed building and is home to a dedicated team, providing care to approximately 10,000 registered patients. We also have exciting plans to deliver a state-of-the-art redevelopment of the surgery in the very near future.

When you join Rosedean House Surgery, you will enjoy working in a friendly, close-knit local team, backed by the stability, resources, and career progression of a modern healthcare leader.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As Clinical Lead GP, you will divide your time between clinical delivery, clinical leadership and service development.

Working closely with the Business Manager and supported by colleagues across One Medical Group, you will provide visible and approachable clinical leadership across the practice and help drive improvements in quality, safety, governance and patient care.

You will also act as the practice's CQC Registered Manager, taking an active role in ensuring the service meets its regulatory and clinical governance responsibilities.

What We Offer

• Salary: Up to £120,000 per annum FTE (40 hours) dependent on experience
• NHS Pension: 20.6% employer contribution.
• Annual Leave: 30 days plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata), plus an extra day of leave awarded for every year of service.
• Protected CPD & Study Time: 10% of weekly working hours set aside for Continuing Professional Development (CPD), plus 5 days of study leave per annum (pro-rata).
• Support & Indemnity: Full indemnity cover provided for the hours worked.
• Relocation & Sponsorship: Relocation support may be available, alongside Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for eligible candidates.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible full-time or part-time patterns, plus enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Pay.
• Fully integrated EMIS system and GP Automate.
• Health & Benefits: 24/7 confidential mental health support via Health Assured EAP, Eye Care vouchers, Cycle to Work scheme, and OMG's 'Refer a Friend' cash bonus scheme.

When you join OneMedical Group, you will become part of an organisation that is committed to helping you grow, make a meaningful contribution and thrive in your career.

Through our developing Elevate Academy, we are creating clear and accessible pathways that support colleagues from induction and role-specific learning through to apprenticeships, specialist expertise, leadership and education. We know that everyone's career journey is different, which is why we want every colleague to understand the opportunities available to them, identify their next step and receive the support they need to achieve it.

We also recognise that working in healthcare can be both demanding and rewarding. Our approach to wellbeing is developed with our colleagues and shaped by what they tell us matters most. We will support and empower you to look after your own wellbeing while working together to create a healthier future for our patients, our colleagues and the communities we serve.

Ready to Make the Move?

OneMedical Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a supportive environment for all.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or simply want to learn more about joining our family, please reach out to us at [email protected].

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC Registered General Practitioner, on the GP Specialty Register, and on the Performers List.

Experience

Essential

• Significant experience working as a GP, with a genuine interest in clinical leadership and service improvement, as well as experience of, or a strong interest in, clinical governance, audit, quality improvement and patient safety.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships across a multidisciplinary team.

Desirable

• A collaborative approach, with the ability to mentor, support and develop colleagues.
• Strong organisational skills and a high level of clinical accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong digital and clinical system literacy.
• A positive approach to change and service transformation.
• A commitment to the values and vision of OneMedical Group

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

OneMedicalGroup

Address

8 Dean St

Liskeard

PL14 4AQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements:

Band

Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am

All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)

1

Time plus 47%

Time plus 94%

2

Time plus 41%

Time plus 83%

3

Time plus 35%

Time plus 69%

4 9

Time plus 30%

Time plus 60%

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Post-registration experience of working in a multi-disciplinary Community Mental Health Team, Home Treatment Team or other statutory mental health community services
• Evidence of post-registration specialist training and development.
• Knowledge of eligibility requirements to access statutory mental health services

Desirable

• Good knowledge of community assets, including VCFSE
• Previous experience in a clinical supervisory role
• NMP

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification and current registration (Qualified RMN, OT or Social Worker)

Desirable

• Post registration training relevant to mental health/leadership/management

Other

Essential

• Able to travel around the Trust footprint
• Ability to work over a 7 day period, from 9am to 7pm

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Understand all Trust Policies and Procedures in community settings
• Understand the need to safeguard children and vulnerable adults
• Carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Equal Opportunities, equality and Diversity and dignity in care and work policies and principles
• Maintain high standards of quality in corporate and clinical record keeping ensuring information is always recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date
• Evidence of completing mental health assessments
• Contribute to the control of risk and to report any incident, accident or near miss
• Evidence of risk and safety planning skills
• Evidence of continued learning through CPD or development

Desirable

• Take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and other persons
• Evidence of supporting a busy duty system
• Evidence of triaging referrals
• Evidence of Completing Biopsychosocial Assessments
• Evidence of working across multiple pathways

Knowledge

Essential

• Offer advice and consultation to members of the multi-disciplinary team based on solid clinical experience of mental health assessment
• Participate in and ensure provision of Clinical Supervision, both as Supervisee and Supervisor and an understanding of the Knowledge, Skills Framework under Agenda for Change
• Ensure compliance with policy, procedure, and protocol, in consultation with the Team Managers, other Senior Practitioners and Professional Leads
• Participate in multi-agency meetings e.g., Protection of Vulnerable Adults, Child Protection.
• Understand the Clinical Governance agenda and provide professional representation in local groups supporting consultation and implementation.
• Full understanding of the Care Programme Approach including the needs and rights of Carers.
• Understanding of current national policy and initiatives in relation to severe and enduring mental health issues.
• Good knowledge of assessment and triage of referrals
• Ability to formulate needs-led, recovery-focused care and pathway plans.
• Knowledge of risk assessment and risk management processes.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation including: Mental Health Act Mental Capacity Act Care Act Section 136 processes

Desirable

• Support the Team Managers and other Senior Practitioners / Professional Leads in the daily operation of the Teams.
• Promote a learning environment for students
• Detailed knowledge of local community, voluntary and third-sector services.

Communication

Essential

• Evidence of excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with service users, carers and partner agencies.
• Ability to communicate complex information and manage challenging or emotive situations.
• Experience of multidisciplinary team working.

Desirable

• Experience of working across organisational boundaries with health, social care and voluntary sector partners.

Governance

Essential

• Knowledge of safeguarding responsibilities.
• Understanding of information governance and confidentiality requirements.
• Commitment to maintaining accurate clinical records.
• Understanding of clinical governance and quality improvement principles.

Desirable

• Experience of participating in audits, service reviews or quality improvement initiatives
• Experience of implementing national guidance into 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.

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Claire House

Phoenix Way

Wigan

WN3 4NW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements:

Band

Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am

All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)

1

Time plus 47%

Time plus 94%

2

Time plus 41%

Time plus 83%

3

Time plus 35%

Time plus 69%

4 9

Time plus 30%

Time plus 60%

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts
• fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

Other requirements

Essential

• Able to travel around the Trust footprint
• Ability to work over 24 hour, 7 days a week team, to facilitate line management and support practitioners.
• Participate in bronze on call rota subject to agreement

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Understand all Trust Policies and Procedures
• Understand the Trusts Strategic Goals and how they can support them
• Understand the need to safeguard children and vulnerable adults
• Carry out all duties and responsibilities of the post in accordance with Equal Opportunities, equality and Diversity and dignity in care and work policies and principles
• Maintain high standards of quality in corporate and clinical record keeping ensuring information is always recorded accurately, appropriately and kept up to date
• Take reasonable care of the health and safety of yourself and other persons
• Contribute to the control of risk and to report any incident, accident or near miss
• Protect service users, visitors, and employees against the risk of acquiring health care associated infections
• Take responsibility for own learning and development

Desirable

• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• A degree or equivalent in leadership and management.
• Experience of change projects / Managment

Knowledge

Essential

• Offer advice and consultation to members of the multi-disciplinary team based on solid clinical experience of mental health nursing.
• Support the Team Managers and other Senior Practitioners / Professional Leads in the daily operation of the Teams.
• Lead on the implementation of, the Trust-wide Strategies across the Directorate
• Facilitate a culture of lifelong learning, including involvement in the process of Individual Development and Personal Review (IDPR), and Personal Development Plans.
• Participate in and ensure provision of Clinical Supervision, both as Supervisee and Supervisor and an understanding of the Knowledge, Skills Framework under Agenda for Change
• Promote a learning environment for students
• Ensure compliance with policy, procedure, and protocol, in consultation with the Team Managers, other Senior Practitioners and Professional Leads
• Participate in multi-agency meetings e.g., Protection of Vulnerable Adults, Child Protection.
• Understand the Clinical Governance agenda and provide professional representation in local groups supporting consultation and implementation.
• Full understanding of the Care Programme Approach including the needs and rights of Carers.
• Understanding of current national policy and initiatives in relation to severe and enduring mental health issues.
• Good knowledge of assessment and triage of referrals

Experience

Essential

• Post registration experience of working in multi-disciplinary Home Treatment team or other mental health community services
• Evidence of post registration specialist training and development.
• Experience of participating in audit and an understanding of implementing Action plans relating to the outcome of audits
• Knowledge of requirements under the Care Programme Approach including the needs of carers and the mental health Minimum Data Set.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a clinical leadership role

Qualifications/experience

Essential

• Professional qualification and current registration (Qualified RMN, OT or Social Worker)

Desirable

• Post registration training relevant to mental health/leadership/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.

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Salford Community

Salford - Community Bases

M30 0GT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

See attached detailed job description and person specification:

Staff benefits

• Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
• Excellent pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card Discounts

Person Specification

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Desirable

• Knowledge of patient systems

Experience

Essential

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams

Desirable

• Office experience

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in NHS

Desirable

• Experience of admin duties and 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).