Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Skills

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Experience

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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

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

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

Gwanwyn Ward C5 West Royal Gwent Hospital

Cardiff Road

Newport

NP20 2UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://abuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

Medication Initiation

The post holder will:

• Undertake medication initiation consultations with patients following an ADHD diagnosis.
• Review the patient's diagnostic assessment, clinical history and agreed treatment recommendations before initiating medication.
• Confirm that appropriate baseline physical health observations and other required pre-treatment checks have been completed.
• Provide patients with clear information regarding medication use, monitoring requirements and when to seek clinical advice.
• Discuss available medication options with patients, including expected benefits, potential side effects, risks and alternatives.
• Support shared decision-making and ensure patients are appropriately involved in decisions regarding their treatment.
• Initiate ADHD medication within their professional competence and prescribing authority and in accordance with the service prescribing protocol.
• Clearly document prescribing decisions and treatment plans within the patient's clinical record.

Medication Titration and Review

The post holder will:

• Undertake scheduled medication titration appointments.
• Review treatment effectiveness and changes in ADHD symptoms.
• Assess and document medication side effects and tolerability.
• Review blood pressure, pulse, weight and other relevant physical health monitoring.
• Adjust medication doses where clinically appropriate and within the agreed prescribing protocol.
• Consider alternative medication options where treatment is ineffective or poorly tolerated, escalating where appropriate.
• Ensure patients understand their medication and ongoing monitoring requirements.
• Identify when a patient requires additional clinical review or escalation.
• Work towards achieving an effective and well-tolerated treatment regimen for each patient.
• Maintain clear clinical records of all medication reviews and prescribing decisions.

Prescribing and Medicines Management

The post holder will:

• Prescribe safely and within their professional scope of practice.
• Work in accordance with relevant ADHD prescribing guidance, service protocols and controlled drug requirements.
• Review medication interactions, contraindications, allergies and relevant clinical history before prescribing.
• Maintain appropriate standards for controlled drug prescribing and documentation.
• Identify and manage medication-related risks.
• Report and escalate medication incidents, adverse effects and other patient safety concerns in accordance with service procedures.
• Maintain awareness of relevant national and local prescribing guidance.
• Support safe transfer of prescribing arrangements back to local Practices when patients reach an appropriate stage of treatment.

Patient Care and Communication

The post holder will:

• Deliver person-centred consultations that recognise the communication needs of people with ADHD and other neurodivergent conditions.
• Adapt communication approaches to maximise patient understanding and engagement.
• Provide clear explanations regarding medication, titration and monitoring.
• Encourage shared decision-making throughout treatment.
• Recognise barriers that may affect a patient's ability to engage with medication monitoring or treatment.
• Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and confidentiality.
• Ensure reasonable adjustments are considered where required.

Clinical Risk and Safeguarding

The post holder will:

• Identify and respond appropriately to clinical risk arising during consultations.
• Recognise safeguarding concerns and follow IFH safeguarding and escalation procedures.
• Assess relevant mental and physical health risks associated with ADHD medication.
• Recognise presentations that fall outside their competence or the scope of the service and escalate appropriately.
• Seek advice from the Clinical Lead where required.

Clinical Governance

The post holder will:

• Work within IFH clinical governance arrangements, policies, pathways and SOPs.
• Work in accordance with applicable Focus Sussex and SPFT clinical pathways and prescribing protocols.
• Participate in clinical supervision and multidisciplinary case discussion as required.
• Participate in clinical audit, quality assurance and service evaluation.
• Contribute to incident reviews and learning where appropriate.
• Maintain all professional registration, competencies and mandatory training required for the role.

Multidisciplinary Working

The Clinical Pharmacist will work collaboratively with:

• The ADHD Clinical Lead.
• GPs with an Extended Role in ADHD.
• Other ADHD prescribing clinicians.
• Service Delivery Manager
• Mental health and other healthcare professionals within the pathway.
• ADHD Service Navigators.
• GP practices.
• SPFT and other partner organisations where appropriate.

The post holder will contribute to multidisciplinary discussion and escalation of patients whose clinical needs require additional review.

Service Development

As the Focus Sussex ADHD Service is a developing service, the post holder will be expected to contribute positively to its ongoing development.

This may include:

• Providing feedback on medication pathways and clinical processes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve patient safety and experience.
• Supporting development and review of prescribing processes.
• Contributing to audit and quality improvement.
• Supporting consistent clinical practice across the service.
• Participating in service meetings and pathway development where appropriate.

The scope of the service may evolve during the pilot, and reasonable changes to responsibilities may therefore be required following discussion with the post holder.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• The post holder must:
• Be a qualified pharmacist registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC).
• Be a qualified Independent Prescriber.
• Maintain appropriate professional registration throughout their engagement with the service.
• Have appropriate professional indemnity arrangements.
• Experience of prescribing and managing medicines within a clinical environment.
• Experience undertaking patient-facing medication reviews.
• Strong knowledge of medicines optimisation and safe prescribing.
• Understanding of physical health monitoring associated with medication.
• Ability to assess medication effectiveness, side effects, interactions and contraindications.
• Experience working autonomously within professional scope while recognising when escalation is required.
• Experience maintaining high-quality clinical records.
• Confidence using electronic clinical systems including SystmOne & EMIS.
• Effective multidisciplinary working.
• An understanding of different communication needs and the ability to adapt communication approaches to maximise patient engagement.

Desirable

• Previous experience working with patients with ADHD or other neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Experience prescribing or reviewing ADHD medication.
• Knowledge of stimulant and non-stimulant ADHD medications.
• Experience of controlled drug prescribing.
• Experience working within primary care.
• Experience working within an ADHD, mental health or neurodevelopmental service.
• Experience of clinical audit or quality improvement.
• Experience contributing to development of new clinical services or pathways.
• Previous experience undertaking ADHD diagnostic assessments would be welcomed but is not an essential requirement for the core medication-focused role.

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

Integrated Family Healthcare

Address

Marlborough House

19-21 Warrior Square

St. Leonards on Sea

East Sussex

TN37 6BG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Purpose

To provide high-quality, patient-centred nursing care within the practice, supporting the delivery of primary care services, chronic disease management, health promotion, and treatment room services.

The post holder will work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective, and efficient care for the practice population.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients within the practice setting
• Lead and contribute to chronic disease management clinics (e.g. diabetes, COPD, asthma), in line with local and national guidelines
• Undertake cervical cytology (smear tests) in accordance with national screening programmes
• Administer immunisations and vaccinations in line with current protocols and Patient Group Directions (PGDs)
• Provide wound care, dressings, and a full range of treatment room services
• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care

• Promote health and wellbeing through patient education and lifestyle advice
• Support national and local health promotion initiatives
• Encourage patients to engage in self-care and preventative health programmes

• Act in accordance with infection prevention and control policies
• Maintain a safe clinical environment for patients and staff
• Participate in audits and compliance activities where required

• Maintain accurate, contemporaneous, and legally compliant clinical records
• Use clinical systems (e.g. EMIS) effectively to support patient care
• Contribute to data collection and quality improvement initiatives (e.g. QOF)

• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, healthcare assistants and the wider multidisciplinary team
• Communicate effectively with patients, carers, and colleagues
• Participate in practice meetings and contribute to service development

• Maintain active NMC registration and adhere to the NMC Code
• Engage in continuing professional development (CPD)
• Participate in appraisal and revalidation processes
• Work within own scope of competence and seek support when required

• Participate in a structured induction programme
• Engage in ongoing training including chronic disease management, cytology, and immunisations (if required)
• Access mentorship and clinical supervision
• Take part in internal and external CPD opportunities

• Comply with practice policies and procedures
• Adhere to confidentiality, data protection, and information governance requirements
• Support equality, diversity, and inclusion within the practice
• Contribute to a positive and supportive working environment

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Registered Nurse (NMC)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Patient-centred approach
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience in primary care or community nursing
• Chronic disease management experience
• Cytology and immunisation qualifications
• Familiarity with EMIS

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 Mountview Practice

Address

Fleetwood Health & Wellbeing Centre

Dock Street

Fleetwood

FY7 6HP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:

• Provide safe and appropriate Occupational Healthcare services to members of the Reserve Forces and other entitled personnel in accordance with DPHC policies, professional standards and statutory requirements including recruit, physical assessments and other examinations deemed appropriate to enable personnel to pursue their career. There may be additional medical requirements that arise from the specialist role of the Units and for which occupational and Health & Safety at Work Act legislation may apply.
• Provide medical care that is compatible with GMC policy, including specifically Duties of a Doctor.
• Ensure that all Medical Administrative Instructions, medical policy letters and other military instructions issued from time to time by the MOD and other higher military formations, and which relate to the care of patients, are complied with and maintained in the Medical Centre.
• Provide military medical advice to the Chain of Command in a timely manner (after receiving appropriate training). The MOD GP is to have direct access to Commanding Officers on matters relating to personnel under their Command and is to have nominated officers to whom they may refer routine administrative and disciplinary matters relating to staff and patients.
• May be required to provide safe and appropriate Primary, Preventative and Remedial Healthcare in addition to their primary role of providing Occupational Healthcare, in order to support operational requirements and maintain Defence Healthcare outputs.

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for the full list of duties.

Selection Process

At application stage you will be assessed against the following:

CV:

• Please ensure you demonstrate that you have the required skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications and memberships in the CV section of the application form.
• Please provide information of how you meet the criteria set out in the Job Description. You may wish to further include examples of how you have tackled similar tasks or demonstrated the skills outlined in the job advert.

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see the supporting information link for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use.

At interview you will be assessed against the following:

Behaviours:

• Working Together
• Changing and Improving
• Communicating and Influencing
• Managing a Quality Service
• Making Effective Decisions

The interview may consist of a mix of direct questions and clinical situation-based scenarios.

Please see the link to our YouTube channel for advice preparing your best responses with some hints and tips on answering behaviour-based questions. Hints and tips such as: Your behaviours can be based on situations from work, volunteering or home; match your situation to the behaviour requested and how to use your 250-word limit.

The sift will be completed within 10 working days of the vacancy closing date. Interviews will be held on a date to be confirmed.

There will be no reimbursement for any travel expenses for the interview.

All employees joining Ministry of Defence who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a 6-month probation period (unless otherwise advised) effective from the employment start date.

Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is security check.

If found successful for this position, you will be required to provide evidence of your immunity to Hepatitis B. Please note that evidence of your vaccination is not a proof of your immunity, but your serology levels will be required. Failure to provide sufficient evidence may result in the offer of employment being withdrawn.

To be considered for this role, qualifications and memberships detailed must be held in full, prior to submitting your application.

There is no requirement to deploy as this is met by our uniformed personnel, but you will form the continuity of care required by our patients when based at home.

The post does NOT offer relocation expenses (move of home, excess fares or temporary transfer). Non-Standard move applicants will be eligible for the full package, subject to eligibility.

As a result of the changes to the UK immigration rules which came into effect on 1 January 2021, the Ministry of Defence will only offer sponsorship for a skilled worker visa under the points-based system, where a role has been deemed to be business critical. This role does not meet that category, and we will not sponsor a visa. It is therefore NOT open to applications from those who will require sponsorship under the points-based system.

Should you apply for this role and be found to require sponsorship, your application will be rejected, and any provisional offer of employment withdrawn.

This vacancy is part of the A Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative.

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

If you need to advise us that you need additional help or reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process, please contact [email protected].

The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.

The Ministry of Defence adopts a zero-tolerance approach to unacceptable behaviours, which includes bullying, harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and victimisation. You will not be eligible and will not be considered for this post if you have been dismissed from a role for such unacceptable behaviours within the last five years. This will also apply if you resign or otherwise leave a role but, because of an adverse decision, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had you continued in that employment. Pre-employment checks will be carried out.

The Ministry of Defence is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for its staff which includes educating them on the benefits of not smoking, protecting them from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke and supporting those who want to give up smoking. Under the Smoke-Free Working Environment policy, Smoking and the use of all tobacco products (including combustible and chewing tobacco products) will not be permitted anywhere in the Defence working environment. The policy is Whole Force and includes all Defence personnel, contractors, visitors and other non-MOD personnel. All applicants seeking, considering, or accepting employment with the Ministry of Defence should be aware of this policy and that it is already in place at a number of Defence Establishments.

Cyber and Specialist Operations Command (CSOC) is going through a significant transformation programme which aims to design the way in which the new Military Command conducts its business and delivers for Defence and the nation. As a consequence of this, posts within CSOC are/or may become subject to review and potential changes as we continuously improve across the period of the transformation programme. These changes may be minor or could be more substantive and will generate new opportunities. Throughout, the Commands transformation programme is committed to following the MODs framework on managing and supporting people through the change process and places an emphasis on early and open consultation and engagement with the Commands personnel and Trade Unions.

Person Specification

Provide a CV

Essential

• Please copy and paste your full CV as your response to this question; you will not be able to upload your CV as an attachment.
• Please ensure to refer to the essential criteria where applicable as your application may be rejected should insufficient information to shortlist be included.
• Please use double spacing where possible.

Registrations and Memberships

Essential

• Registration with the United Kingdom (UK) General Medical Council (GMC), and on the General Practice (GP) Register.
• Holding a current licence to practice.
• Please provide your membership registration number.
• Your application will not progress should you fail to provide a valid membership registration number.

Behaviour Statement

Essential

• Have you been dismissed for gross misconduct relating to bullying, harassment, discrimination or victimisation from any role in the past five years, or resigned or otherwise left a role but would have been dismissed for such gross misconduct because of an adverse decision, had you continued in that employment?
• Please respond with Yes or No as appropriate.

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

Ministry of Defence (Defence Medical Services)

Address

Baden Powell House, Peronne Lines

Catterick Garrison

Catterick

DL9 3JS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/ministry-of-defence (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around there's no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Make a real difference in mental health and neurorehabilitation

Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do.

At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK.

We are looking for an outstanding, compassionate and experienced Senior Support Worker with a passion for delivering excellent care to join our team at Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes.

You'll be working 42 hours per week, across days, nights and alternate weekends, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care.

This is a rewarding opportunity for candidates looking for Mental Health Support Worker jobs in Widnes, Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, or a specialist role supporting men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge.

About Cygnet Paddocks

Cygnet Paddocks is our specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men, located in Widnes in the North West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge may be the main barrier to recovery and rehabilitation.

The service supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for the North West, with a focus on adult males. Cygnet Paddocks has individually designed wards to support a clear and distinctive care and treatment pathway for people affected by acquired brain injury.

The in-house interdisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, nurses and support workers, all working together to keep the individual at the heart of their care and discharge planning.

Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with the Caring domain rated Outstanding.

A role for people with mental health experience

This role is ideal for someone who already has experience in a mental health, healthcare, care, rehabilitation or support setting.

You may have worked as a:

• Senior Support Worker

• Team Leader

• Mental Health Support Worker

• Support Worker

• Healthcare Assistant

• Rehabilitation Assistant

• Brain Injury Support Worker

• Complex Needs Support Worker

• Care Assistant

• Residential Support Worker

• Recovery Worker

• Hospital Support Worker

Experience supporting people with mental health needs, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, challenging behaviours, physical health needs, safeguarding, personal care or emotional wellbeing would be highly valuable.

If you are calm under pressure, resilient, compassionate and confident working in a specialist care environment, this could be the next step in your career.

Shift Pattern

You'll work a structured rota across days, nights and alternate weekends.

Your rota will include:

• Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday

• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

• Day shifts: 8:00am to 8:30pm

• Night shifts: 8:00pm to 8:30am

This pattern gives you consistency, regular days off and the opportunity to build strong working relationships with colleagues and service users.

Your Day-to-Day

As a Senior Support Worker at Cygnet Paddocks, you'll play a key role in supporting men through their recovery and rehabilitation journey and supporting management in the day-to-day running of the service.

Your responsibilities will include:

As a Senior Support Worker, you will:

• Offer enhanced care with a flexible and person-centred approach to all individuals in our care

• Support individuals to complete personal care activities while promoting dignity, choice and independence

• Provide guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support

• Learn about individuals specific needs and provide support in the most appropriate way

• Assist with medical and welfare needs and report concerns as required

• Support individuals to manage their behaviour and work towards agreed goals

• Support management in the day-to-day running of the service

• Undertake supervisory and administrative responsibilities, including supporting and supervising support workers

• Safeguard individuals and maintain a safe, clean and supportive environment for all

You are

We are looking for people who are genuinely driven to make a difference.

• An experienced Support Worker ready to step up to a new challenge

• Experienced in a similar mental health, care, health care or support setting, ideally with at least 2 years experience

• Genuinely driven to make a difference in peoples lives

• Confident, assertive & ambitious for yourself, service users & the organisation

• An excellent communicator & good team player

• Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment

• Calm, resilient and able to respond positively in challenging situations

• Able to empower & support service user independence

• Energetic and motivated to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment

• Passionate about empowering people and supporting independence

• Committed to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care

• Organised, committed & keen to develop your management & leadership skills

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and professional development. We want you to feel supported both in and out of work.

• £14.23 per hour, increasing to £14.48 per hour after18 months

• 42 hours per week

• A rewarding role with the opportunity for overtime

• Regular coaching and appraisal

• Expert supervision and peer support

• Paid breaks

• Employee discount savings

• 24-hour free GP helpline

• Discounted gym membership

• Blue Light Card discount

• Free eye tests

• On-site benefits, including free meals

• Shopping, travel and leisure discounts

• A range of healthcare and financial benefits

• Excellent professional development opportunities

• The chance to build a meaningful career in specialist mental health and neurorehabilitation care

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you care about making a difference, we want to talk to you.

Join Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes as a Support Worker and help men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions and complex mental health needs progress through recovery and rehabilitation.

Apply now to start making a difference with Cygnet.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Where is Cygnet Paddocks located?

Cygnet Paddocks is located on Wilmere Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5UY, in the North West.

Is this role suitable for candidates from Liverpool?

Yes. This role is suitable for candidates looking for Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, mental health jobs in Widnes, or specialist care roles across the wider Liverpool City Region, Halton, Runcorn, St Helens and Cheshire.

What type of service is Cygnet Paddocks?

Cygnet Paddocks is a specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions.

Do I need mental health experience?

Yes, we are ideally looking for candidates with experience in a similar setting, particularly mental health, ABI, neurorehabilitation, complex needs, health care or support work.

What hours will I work?

You'll work 42 hours per week across days, nights and alternate weekends, with 12-hour shifts from 8:00am to 8:30pm and 8:00pm to 8:30am.

What is the hourly rate?

The role pays £14.23 per hour, increasing to £14.48 per hour after18 months.

Is Cygnet Paddocks rated by the CQC?

Yes. Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Caring rated Outstanding.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

Person Specification

General Requirements

Essential

• Please refer to job description above

Desirable

• Please refer to job description above

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Widnes

WA8 5UY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

• Primary clinical healthcare qualification
• Membership/Fellowship of a College, Faculty, professional association and/or regulatory body
• Attendance at courses aimed to support educational development at appropriate level in the Trainer, etc.)

Desirable

• Working towards higher professional qualification such as Diploma or Masters in Medical Education

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• A strong sense of vision and ability to innovate
• Ability to problem solve and maintain objectivity
• Strong interpersonal, communication, written and presentation skills
• Ability to quickly establish personal and professional credibility with colleagues and other key stakeholders
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Demonstrates clinical and educational leadership skills

Desirable

• Has strategic planning skills
• Has expertise in change management

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Experience of working with learners or doctors in training in an educational context
• Has a thorough understanding of the work of the general practitioners and other health care practitioners and their challenges
• Knowledge of adult education, theory and delivery in service
• Understanding of developments involving the relevant Colleges/Faculties, professional bodies, related NHS organisations and regulatory bodies
• Active involvement in, and up to date with, appraisal processes
• Knowledge of the NHS, its structures and processes, including an understanding of healthcare/multi-professional workforce matters, the Gold Guide and educational theory
• Demonstrates a proactive approach to personal CPD as a clinician in their professional role

Desirable

• Trained and experienced in recruitment, selection and Equality and Diversity in the last 3 years
• Expertise in the support of doctors in difficulty

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

NHS England

Address

Victoria House

CamLife

Fulbourn

CB21 5XB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities:

• In accordance with the Practice timetable, as agreed, you will make yourself available to undertake a variety of duties including surgery consultations, telephone consultations and if appropriate email consultations, visiting patients at home and in nursing homes, checking and signing repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion.
• Making professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the organisation.
• Assessing the health care needs of patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems.
• Screening patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness.
• Participating in health promotion activity and some specialist services such as obesity, addictions and sexual health clinics (for which appropriate training will be given as required).
• Pro-active engagement with the practice population and wider community to promote healthy living, encourage uptake of services and optimise health-seeking behaviour. This may include visits to local schools, community centres and other groups as necessary.
• Cover all the clinical management of the patients in surgery as appropriate including initiating investigations, reviewing results, making referrals to secondary care or to other providers as appropriate.
• In consultation with patients and in line with current Practice disease management protocols as well wider guidance such as that from the National Institute for Clinical Excellence, developing care and treatment plans.
• Providing counselling and health education.
• Ensuring appropriate follow up of (both registered and temporary) patients.
• Recording clear and contemporaneous computerised consultation notes to agreed standards.
• Collecting data for audit purposes.
• Compiling and issuing computer-generated acute and repeat prescriptions (avoiding hand-written prescriptions whenever possible).
• Prescribing generically whenever appropriately and in accordance with the Practice prescribing formulary, NICE guidance and Good Prescribing Practice (as defined by British National Formulary guidance).
• Working with and support other members of the primary health care team in delivering high quality primary care.
• Promoting the application of standards and codes of Practice set by the Royal College of General Practice, General Medical Council, Department of Health, and local NHS trust.
• Play a leading role in the practice achieving agreed QOF and other key performance indicator targets.
• Take lead responsibility for targets and services allocated, such as a QOF area of Enhanced Service.
• In general the post-holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care.

Other Responsibilities:

• Involvement and contribution to the mentoring, supervision and training of the broad multi-professional clinical team.
• Awareness of and compliance with all relevant Practice policies/guidelines, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety.
• Commitment and contribution to achievement of the highest possible quality standards such as the QOF and other agreed Key Performance Indicator targets.
• A commitment to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based best practice.
• Contributing to evaluation/audit and clinical standard setting within the organisation.
• Attendance at regular in-house governance and educational meetings and training as well as events at other agencies as appropriate.
• Assistance with the training of other staff members.
• Contributing to the development of computer-based patient records.
• Contributing to the summarising of patient records and Read-Coding patient data.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

• Flexibility of working hours/ able
• to work at the desired times
• Good sickness record

Knowledge/Quals/Skills

Essential

• Post CCT Qualified GP
• GMC full registration
• Vocational Training Certificate or
• equivalent (JCPTGP)
• Membership of recognised
• defence union (MPS/MDU)
• GMC certificate of good conduct
• letter (can be acquired
• after interview but before starting
• work)
• Currently on a performers list
• Never been removed from a
• performers list for a
• detrimental reason
• A demonstrable commitment to
• professional development
• Understands the importance of
• evidence-based practice and
• clinical effectiveness
• Evidence of recent self-directed
• learning or development
• MRCGP
• Excellent communication (oral
• and written) and inter personal
• skills
• Excellent keyboard and computer
• skills
• Problem solving and a 'solutions
• focused' approach

Desirable

• DRCOG
• DFP
• DCH
• Recognised qualifications for GP
• registrar trainin

Experience

Essential

• Experience of Microsoft Office
• applications
• Experience of GP Clinical IT systems

Desirable

• System One experience
• Previous drug misuse, sexual
• health or obesity management
• experience
• Minor surgery experience

Competencies/Qualities

Essential

• Ability to listen and empathise
• Good time management
• Understanding of Clinical
• Governance and quality issues
• as well as health and social
• policy
• Interest in research
• Ability to relate to the interviewing
• team
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Initiative and drive
• Pleasant and articulate
• Able to work under pressure
• Self-motivated and positive
• Empathetic, honest, caring
• Adaptable and forward looking
• Enthusiastic and energetic
• Diplomatic and considered
• Hard working, willing and flexible
• Observance of strict
• confidentiality
• Ability to use own judgement,
• resourcefulness and common
• sense

Desirable

• Interest in education and training

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

Haxby Group (Scarborough)

Address

Lawrence House Medical Centre

1 Belgrave Crescent

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1UB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Gloucestershire Health and Care is committed to embedding and providing personalised care through all of its services as part of our high-quality care strategy. The purpose of personalised care is to empower people to lead the lives they want to live. Personalised care starts with a conversation with people about what matters to them. It builds on what people can do, as well as addressing their health needs. Including new ways of working and delivering care, emphasising that we need to make effective use of the full range of our peoples skills and experience to deliver the best possible patient care. So we want to know What Matters to You and that you will share our values and join us on this very important journey.

Please refer to the Additional Information attachment before submitting your application.

The Trust is required to work in line with the Governments UK Visa and Immigration Rules and Regulations. For more information about sponsorship for certain roles, please visit - https://www.gov.uk/browse/visas-immigration/work-visas

Person Specification

QUALIFICATIONS

Essential

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent level of competency-based training in a relevant health or social care area PLUS theoretical and practical knowledge to diploma level equivalent, obtained through formal competency training, short courses and experience OR successful completion of approved associate practitioner training or relevant foundation degree or commitment to obtain within 2 years.
• IT Skills

LENGTH AND / OR NATURE OF EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Knowledge of relevant legislation e.g. Mental Health Act, Child Protection, Homelessness Reduction Act 2017
• Experience in mental health or social care services at Bands 2, 3 or 4, ideally in a community setting.
• Knowledge of the CPA process
• Knowledge and understanding of care planning and risk assessment (completed an Approved course in relation to Risk Assessment).
• Knowledge and understanding of using a Recovery based approach to care.
• Knowledge and understanding of social inclusion approach
• Clinical skills training (awareness of physical health and wellbeing).
• Awareness of issues of diversity

Desirable

• Knowledge and understanding of Voluntary Care Sector and partnership working

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

Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Cirencester Memorial Centre

Sheep Street

Cirencester

GL7 1RQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.ghc.nhs.uk/who-we-are/jobs/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

Person Specification

Personal qualities

Essential

• Able to liaise with members of the public/other organisations and General Practitioners. Capable of dealing with sensitive and confidential documents and situations

Special Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of NHS waiting times targets and pathways Understanding of UHB Policies Awareness of GDPR/Data Protection Act

Skills

Essential

• Communication skills Excellent data entry/ keyboard skills Experience of using computer packages such as Excel and Word
• Organised and methodical Attention to detail Excellent telephone manner

Experience

Essential

• Sufficient administrative and clerical experience

Qualification

Essential

• Minimum 5 GCSE (to include English and Mathematics) or equivalent qualifications/or appropriate previous 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.

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

Cardiff and Vale University Health Board

Address

University Hospital of Wales

Heath Park Way

Cardiff

CF14 4XW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://cavuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Responsibilities

• Assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs
• Cytology Provide cervical screening and sexual health services as per contract requirements.
• Wound care / ulcer care/Doppler
• Removal of Sutures
• New Patient Medicals/Urinalysis
• ECGs
• Asthma/Peak Flow Readings/Spirometry
• Venepuncture
• Hypertension Management
• Ear syringing
• Routine immunisations/Childhood immunisations
• Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician
• Requesting pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs
• Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate

Other tasks will include:

• Maintaining and cleaning equipment used by the nurses and GPs
• Maintaining GP and Nurses rooms, stocking and rotating items as required
• Maintain general tidiness and cleanliness of nurses and treatment rooms
• Maintain stock of waiting room leaflets as instructed by partners and Practice Manager
• Ordering of vaccinations to maintain stock levels
• Participation in administrative systems in the Practice
• At all times there will be a need to maintain accurate records
• A duty to advise senior nurses of potential problems or errors within a range of assigned tasks
• Attend and participate in any Practice meetings when required.

Contribution To the implementations of Services:

• To support the Infection Prevention Control (IPC) Team/Lead to work to the IPC Policy supporting the implementation of audits, training, support and evidence of compliance to the Practice Manager
• To assess the needs of patients ensuring the provision of healthcare is appropriate, incorporating evidence-based practice
• As required, to provide routine nursing care to patients in accordance with clinical based evidence, NICE and the NSF
• Conduct chronic disease reviews (e.g., diabetes, asthma, COPD, hypertension) within your remit
• Ensure accurate coding and documentation to support QOF indicators
• Monitor and recall patients for annual reviews and follow-ups where required
• Support vaccination and immunisation programmes (e.g., flu, shingles)
• Support the team to improve QOF performance
• Support the Delivery of services under Enhanced Services (ES), Local Incentive Schemes (LIS), and Directed Enhanced Services (DES) within your remit
• Contribute to data collection and reporting for contract compliance
• As required, advise potential diagnosis and manage acute and chronic conditions within your remit
• To review patient medications to enhance compliance in accordance to own scope of practice
• To request pathology services and process pathology results as required
• To oversee the provision of chronic disease clinics, delivering patient care as necessary, referring patients to secondary/specialist care as required
• to maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with current legislation
• To ensure read codes are used effectively
• To understand practice and local policies for substance abuse and addictive behaviour, referring patients appropriately
• To assist GPs with minor surgery when required
• To prioritise health issues and intervene appropriately
• To support the team in dealing with clinical emergencies
• To assist vaccination programme clinics for adults and children

The responsibilities described above are not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time in line with the needs of the practice. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties commensurate with the grade and scope of the role, subject to workload, staffing requirements and their level of competence.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a primary care, community nursing, or comparable healthcare setting.
• Experience of delivering patient-centred nursing care.
• Experience of chronic disease management, including long-term conditions such as asthma, COPD, diabetes, or hypertension.
• Experience of undertaking wound care, including wound assessment and removal of sutures and staples.
• Experience of immunisation and vaccination programmes.
• Experience of ECG recording.
• Experience of health promotion and preventative healthcare.
• Experience of maintaining accurate clinical records using electronic patient record systems.
• Experience of working independently and managing a caseload within own scope of practice.
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience of following clinical protocols, policies and procedures.
• Experience of requesting pathology tests and managing results within own scope of practice.

Desirable

• Experience of working within a GP practice environment.
• Experience of cervical cytology screening.
• Experience of spirometry and respiratory disease management.
• Experience of supporting childhood immunisation programmes.
• Experience of NHS Health Checks.
• Experience of women's health services, including contraception advice.
• Experience of using SystmOne clinical system.
• Experience of supporting digital triage systems such as Anima Health.
• Experience of infection prevention and control activities.
• Experience of quality improvement initiatives, audits, benchmarking, QOF or enhanced services.
• Experience of managing care for elderly or housebound patients.
• Experience of mentoring, teaching or supervising students and junior staff.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (Nursing and Midwifery Council)
• Flexibility to work outside of core office hours
• Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
• Occupational Health FIT clearance
• Meet the requirements and produce evidence for nurse revalidation
• Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD) commensurate with the role of a Practice Nurse
• Experience of working in a primary care environment
• Experience of chronic disease management
• Experience of working autonomously
• Wound care/removal of sutures and staples
• ECGs
• New patient medicals
• Requesting pathology tests and processing the results, advising patients accordingly
• Understanding the importance of evidence-based practice
• Understand the requirement for PGDs and associated policy
• Ability to record accurate clinical notes
• Ability to work within own scope of practice and understanding when to refer to GPs
• Chaperone procedure
• Womens health (cervical cytology, contraception, etc.)
• Spirometry
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
• Effective time management (planning and organising)
• Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
• Good interpersonal skills
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to follow clinical policy and procedure
• Polite and confident
• Flexible and co-operative
• High levels of integrity and loyalty
• Sensitive and empathetic in distressing situations
• Effectively able to communicate and understand the needs of the patient
• Commitment to ongoing professional development
• Punctual and committed to supporting the team effort

Desirable

• Venepuncture
• Feno Testing
• Strong IT skills
• Clear, polite telephone manner
• Knowledge of public health issues in the local area
• Awareness of issues within the wider health arena
• Knowledge of health promotion strategies
• Chronic disease management
• Experience of managing elderly and housebound patients
• Experience of quality initiatives, i.e., benchmarking
• Mentor or teaching qualification
• Post graduate diploma or degree (Chronic Disease Management)
• Nurse prescriber
• Family planning qualification

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

Albany House Medical Centre

Address

3 Queen Street

Wellingborough

Northants

NN8 4RW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Job Title: Patient Health Care Navigator
• Location: Greenwich
• Hours of work: Full or Part Time
• Salary: Full Time Equivalent £26436.80, 40 hrs per week

We are seeking an enthusiastic Patient Health Care Navigator to join our established team and be a part of a company that really makes a difference.

You will be based in our GP surgery and you will be responsible for providing a high-quality and efficient administration service, with the responsibility for inbound and outbound patient calls. This is an important position within our business as you will be the first point of contact for all our patients, you will be expected to provide a friendly and supportive environment for patients and visitors at all times.

You will also be relied upon to provide an essential support function to the clinical and management teams, so that they can deliver the best care and provide the full range of NHS Primary Medical Services. You must work with autonomy and a high degree of confidentiality, sensitivity, discretion, empathy and tact.

This is a great opportunity for some one that really wants to have an impact on people's lives, to join a supportive and patient committed team.

Role Requirements

• Experience of clerical and administrative work
• Clear thinking and have an analytical approach
• Able to work as part of a team, to promote a good team spirit
• Able to be sensitive and assertive as appropriate
• Experience in a client facing/customer service position
• Be motivated and able to work independently

Who we are

Omnes Healthcare is a growing, forward-thinking organisation delivering NHS Primary and Secondary Care services since 2006. Supporting patients across multiple sites, we combine clinical excellence with innovation to improve lives.

As part of the Evergreen Group, we also lead on digital health and genomics projects, including the Evergreen Life app, which empowers people to take control of their health.

Our mission is to enhance healthy and happy life years through high-quality, personalised, and accessible care. Our vision is to be a trusted leader in healthcare, known for innovation, compassion, and real impact.

We live by four core values:

• Caring – Respect and compassion in everything we do
• Inclusive – Empowering diverse voices and teamwork
• Evolving – Driving continuous improvement and innovation
• Ambitious – Striving for high standards and real impact

Whether your role is clinical or corporate, it matters. We’re committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive environment where all colleagues can thrive.

Omnes Healthcare are an inclusive employer. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we will be more than happy to help.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays, plus an extra day off for your birthday
• Excellent work-life balance
• Clinical progression and training cost support
• Full indemnity cover for all work undertaken
• NHS Discount & Support Schemes
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Sick pay, enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Salary sacrifice schemes (electric car, cycle to work)
• Life insurance (3x salary), healthcare cash plan, charitable giving scheme

Apply today to join a patient-focused, innovative team and make a real difference in health care.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Experience of clerical and administrative work

Desirable

• Experience of clerical and administrative work

Experience

Essential

• Able to work as part of a team, to promote a good team spirit
• Able to be sensitive and assertive as appropriate
• Experience in a client facing/customer service position
• Be motivated and able to work independently

Desirable

• Clear thinking and have an analytical approach

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

Omnes Healthcare Limited

Address

Greenwich Peninsula Practice Millenium Village Health Centre

Schoolbank Road London

Greenwich

All UK

SE10 0QN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://omneshealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor the practice appointment system.
• Process personal, telephone and e-requests for appointments.
• Answer incoming phone calls, transferring calls or dealing with the callers request appropriately.
• Signpost patients to the correct service.
• Initiating contact with and responding to, requests from patients, team members and external agencies
• Clinically code data on Emis Web
• Photocopy documentation as required.
• Data entry of new and temporary registrations and relevant patient information as required.
• Input data into patients healthcare records as necessary.
• Direct requests for information, i.e., SAR, insurance/solicitors letters and DVLA forms to the administrative team
• Manage all queries as necessary in an efficient manner.
• Maintain a clean, tidy, effective working area at all times.
• Monitor and maintain the reception area and notice boards.

Person Specification

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working in primary care

Qualifications

Essential

• GCSE A-C in Maths and English

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

Blossom Health Gosport

Address

Gosport War Memorial Hospital

Bury Road

Gosport

Hampshire

PO12 3PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://gosport.blossom-health.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the detailed Job Description attached to this Job Advert for the Clinical Pharmacist Role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) degree and completion of one year pre-registration training course
• Hold a GPhC independent prescribing qualification
• Completed CPPE Training

Desirable

• Please see person specification and job description for full list of Qualification criteria

Experience

Essential

• Experience and an awareness of common acute and chronic conditions that are likely to be seen in general practice

Desirable

• Experience working in a primary care setting
• Understanding and knowledge of healthcare provision in GP practices, QOF and enhanced services
• between individual practices, PCNs and the commissioners
• Good clinical system IT knowledge of EMIS
• Please see Job description and Person Specification for the full list of Experience Criteria.

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

Enderley Road Medical Centre

Address

41-45 Enderley Road

Harrow Weald

Middlesex

HA3 5HF

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Larksfield and Arlesey Medical Partnership is looking for an experienced and compassionate Healthcare Assistant (HCA) to join our dedicated primary care team. This is a rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality patient care in a supportive and friendly environment.

• Undertake a range of clinical duties including venepuncture, ECGs, NHS Health Checks, wound care, and recording patient observations in line with practice protocols and current clinical guidelines.
• Support clinicians during consultations, procedures, and examinations where required.
• Accurately label, process, and store blood samples, ensuring compliance with laboratory, infection control, and health and safety procedures.
• Prepare and maintain clinical rooms, equipment, and medical supplies to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Provide reassurance, support, and compassionate care to patients of all ages, maintaining professionalism at all times.
• Maintain accurate patient records and data entry using the clinical system in line with practice policies and GDPR requirements.
• Work collaboratively with GPs, nurses, and administrative staff to ensure smooth workflow and effective patient care delivery.
• Follow all safeguarding, confidentiality, infection prevention, and health and safety procedures.

• Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:00am 2:00pm
• 25 to 30 hours per week, flexible within this range depending on practice needs

• Proven experience working as a Healthcare Assistant within a GP practice, primary care, or clinical setting.
• Competency in venepuncture, ECGs, wound care, NHS Health Checks, and basic clinical observations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a caring and empathetic approach.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload efficiently.
• Awareness of health and safety, infection prevention and control, safeguarding, and data protection standards.

Larksfield and Arlesey Medical Partnership is a well-established GP practice committed to providing high-quality primary care to our local community. We pride ourselves on our supportive, inclusive, and patient-focused environment, valuing teamwork, professionalism, and continuous development.

• A welcoming and supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A rewarding role contributing directly to patient care and wellbeing.

If you are passionate about patient care and want to be part of a friendly, dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good general standard of education, including literacy and numeracy skills
• Care certificate or equivalent for Phlebotomy, Certificate of training for Woundcare, Competancy sign offs for ECG's NHS health checks, and part1 health checks such as diabetes.

Desirable

• Up to date knowledge of infection control, health and safety, and safe handling of biological samples.

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in a GP practice or primary care environment.
• Knowledge of NHS systems, policies, and procedures.

Desirable

• Additional training in clinical procedures or healthcare support roles.

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

Larksfield and Arlesey Medical Partnership

Address

Larksfield Surgery

Arlesey Road

Stotfold

Hitchin

Hertfordshire

SG54HB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://larksfieldandarlesey.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

• Diploma or BSc in Occupational Therapy
• Registration with Health Professions Council
• Accreditation as Practice Placement Educator or working towards accreditation

Desirable

• CLAIT/ECDL or equivalent
• Postgraduate clinical training relevant to the post
• Leadership or management training

Knowledge and Expertise

Essential

• Specialist clinical skills relevant to the role
• Current disability equipment training or be willing to gain as appropriate for the post
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good knowledge and awareness of current legislation and guidance pertaining to Mental Health services and implications for Occupational Therapy
• Ability to work under pressure and set priorities
• Good knowledge of effective care co-ordination and planning of treatment packages
• Ability to manage own caseload and work as part of a team
• Group leadership skills
• Excellent negotiation and organisational skills, with individuals and groups
• Working knowledge of clinical governance principles
• Computer literacy
• Skills in moving and handling

Desirable

• Training, presentation and facilitation skills
• Ability to resolve complex professional and ethical issues Research experience

Experience

Essential

• At least 18 months experience in mental health
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary environment
• Experience of supervising and supporting junior staff and students
• Experience of using Staff Performance and Development Process
• Documented evidence of Continued Professional Development
• Working knowledge of clinical audit
• Experience of introducing new and innovative interventions

Desirable

• Minimum of 3 years post registration experience
• Experience of care co-ordination

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

Pioneer House and Springview hospital

Unit 4, Pioneer Business Park,

North Road Ellesmere Port

CH65 1AD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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