Job description

Job responsibilities

The following are the core responsibilities of the Salaried GP. There may be, on occasion, a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent upon factors such as workload and staffing levels:

a. The delivery of highly effective medical care to the entitled population

b. The provision of services commensurate with the GMS contract

c. Generic prescribing adhering to local and national guidance

d. Effective management of long-term conditions in keeping with local and national guidance.

e. Processing of administration in a timely manner, including referrals, repeat prescription requests and other associated administrative tasks.

f. On a rotational basis, undertake telephone triage and duty doctor roles. The practice is planning to introduce a total triage system along with Safe Working limits. Duty doctor sessions are currently allocated in proportion to sessions worked with some variation to account for leave and sickness absence.

g. Maintain accurate clinical records in conjunction with good practice, policy, and guidance.

h. Work collaboratively, accepting an equal share of the practice workload.

i. Adhere to best practice recommended through clinical guidelines and the audit process.

j. Contribute to the successful implementation of continuous improvement and quality initiatives within the practice.

k. Accept delegated responsibility for a specific area (or areas) or the QOF.

l. Attend and contribute effectively to practice meetings as required.

m. Contribute effective to the development and maintenance of the practice including clinical governance and training.

n. Ensure compliance with the appraisal process.

o. Prepare and complete the revalidation process.

p. Commit to self-learning and instil an ethos of continuing professional development across the practice team.

q. Support the training of medical students from all clinical disciplines.

r. Support the partners in achieving the strategic aims of the practice, making recommendations to enhance income and reduce expenditure.

s. Review and always adhere to practice protocols and policies.

t. Encourage collaborative working, liaising with all staff regularly, always promoting a culture of continuous improvement.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Full registration with GMC
• Registered on Performers List as a General Practitioner

Desirable

• SystmOne experience
• QOF and Audit
• Women's Health experience / qualification

Experience

Essential

• Personal Attributes
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Good organisational skills
• Effective time management
• Teamwork

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

Boultham Park Medical Practice

Address

Boultham Park Medical Practice

Boultham Park Road

Lincoln

LN6 7SS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: RECEPTIONISTS

PART TIME

REPORTS TO: PRACTICE MANAGER

HOURS: Approx 5

The purpose of the role is to:

Offer Reception cover and general assistance to the practice team and project a positive and friendly image to patients and other visitors, either in person or via the telephone

Receive, assist and direct patients in accessing the appropriate service or healthcare professional in a courteous, efficient and effective way

Undertake a variety of administrative duties to assist in the smooth running of the practice, including the provision of clerical support to clinical staff and other members of the practice team

Facilitate effective communication between patients, members of the primary health care team, secondary care and other associated healthcare agencies

Duties and responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities to be undertaken by members of the practice administration team may include any or all of the items in the following list. Duties may be varied from time to time under the direction of the senior receptionist/practice manager, dependent on current and evolving practice workload and staffing levels:

• Opening up/locking up of practice premises and maintaining security in accordance with practice protocols
• Maintaining and monitoring the practice appointments system
• Processing personal and telephone requests for appointments, visits and telephone consultations, and ensuring callers are directed to the appropriate healthcare professional
• Processing and distributing incoming (and outgoing) mail
• Taking messages and passing on information
• Filing and retrieving paperwork on workflow
• Processing repeat prescriptions in accordance with practice guidelines
• Computer data entry/data allocation and collation; processing and recording information in accordance with practice procedures
• Initiating contact with and responding to requests from patients, other team member and associated healthcare agencies and providers
• Providing clerical assistance to practice staff as required from time to time, including word/data processing, filing, photocopying and scanning
• Provision of refreshments for staff and visitors as required and keeping the kitchen area clean and tidy
• Keeping the reception area, notice-boards and leaflet dispensers tidy and free from obstructions and clutter

Confidentiality:

• In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately
• In the performance of the duties outlined in this job description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential
• Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data

• Health & safety:

  The post-holder will assist in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the practice health & safety policy, the practice health & safety manual, and the practice infection control policy and published procedures. This will include:

  • Using personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines
  • Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks
  • Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills
  • Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way, free from hazards
  • Actively reporting health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised
  • Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role
  • Undertaking periodic infection control training (minimum annually)
  • Reporting potential risks identified
  • Demonstrate due regard for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

  Equality and diversity:

  The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include:

  • Acting in a way that recognises the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with practice procedures and policies, and current legislation
  • Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues
  • Behaving in a manner that is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights.
  • Personal/professional development:
  • The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include:
  • Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development
  • Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance.
  • Quality:
  • The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will:
  • Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk
  • Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision
  • Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance
  • Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs
  • Effectively manage own time, workload and resources
  • Communication:
  • The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to:
  • Communicate effectively with other team members
  • Communicate effectively with patients and carers
  • Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly
  • Contribution to the implementation of services:
  • The post-holder will:
  • Apply practice policies, standards and guidance
  • Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work
  • Participate in audit where appropriate

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualifications/
• Training
• Good Basic Education
• Good typing spelling
• Numeracy & literacy of an acceptable standard
• NVQ in Administration Reception or Customer Service Level
• Computers/IT/Typing
• Previous Training

Desirable

• Previous SystmOne knowledge desirable but not essential
• IT & Keyboard skills
• Communication skills
• Excellent telephone Manner
• Work under pressure / stress
• Can Multi Task
• Work to deadlines
• Analytical
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Qualification in IT & keyboard skills
• Telephone skills

Experience

Essential

• Customer Services
• Telephone/Communication
• Computers
• Teamwork
• Use of Initiative
• Flexible around work & colleagues
• Worked in Office environment
• Worked under pressure
• Stable Work history

Desirable

• Previous Health Service Experience
• Able to use own initiative
• Prioritise own workload
• Team Player
• Excellent communicator
• Organisational skills
• Motivation
• Hard working
• Keen & enthusiastic

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Smart appearance
• Keen to learn
• Good verbal communication Speaks clearly
• Confident / Polite
• Sense of humour
• Caring / Empathy
• Team Player
• Decisive
• Good body language
• Good Health record
• Can work fast
• Understanding of role

Desirable

• Flexibility
• Enthusiastic

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

Ashfield House Surgery

Address

194 Forest Road

Annesley Woodhouse

Kirby In Ashfield

Nottingham

NG17 9JB

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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

• Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist & Medical Director

• Service Line: Female Acute

• Professionally Accountable to: Regional Medical Director

• Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager

We are seeking an experienced full-time Medical Director & Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Hospital Kidsgrove and provide senior medical cover on Crocus Ward, our 20- bed female emergency acute inpatient service.

The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines.

Apart from being the Responsible Clinician at Crocus Ward, you will also be the Medical Director at Cygnet Hospital Kidsgrove, our 31 bed new hospital for women in Staffordshire.

This is a full-time position with 0.2 WTE as Medical Director and 0.8 WTE as Consultant Psychiatrist.

There are two wards at the hospital; a 20 bed Acute service for women and an 11 bed Highly Specialised Personality Disorder Rehabilitation service.

Crocus Ward provides a safe an d stabilising environment for women who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. Burleigh Ward provides specialised support for women with a personality disorder and other complex needs.

In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatment fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Main duties and Responsibilities

As a Consultant Psychiatrist you will:

• Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Crocus Ward

• Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff.

• Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team

• Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users

• Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment

• Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits

• Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service

• Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings

• Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required

• Good maintenance of patient records

• To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager

• To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports.

• Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists.

• Contribute to the Second On call rota in line with the needs of the region.

As a Medical Director you will:

• Ensure optimal clinical outcomes for the people in our care

• Lead on all aspects of clinical practice & serve as an example of operational excellence

• Provide leadership for medical staff on both professional and managerial issues whilst monitoring their performance

• Supervision of all consultants and ensuring consultants are supervising SDs and ASs

• Provide expert knowledge & support within the service & to the wider team

• Ensure quality & compliance with internal & external standards & regulations

• Work with colleagues to provide integrated, whole person treatment & care

• Coach, mentor & train colleagues

• Ensure regular communication and meetings with medical staff

• Assist in recruitment and retention of medical staff to provide a high quality clinical service

• Ensure that medical staff are involved in hospital clinical governance

• Work in conjunction with hospital managers to lead on the successful implementation of CQC outcomes for 4, 7 and 9

• Chair medical advisory committee meetings and attend Cygnet Medical Directors meetings

• Liaise with Responsible Officer and Regional Medical Director in respect of concerns about fitness to practice issues for medical s taff

Why Cygnet? Well offer you

• Salary up to £175,000 per year

• Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service

• 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme

• Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary

• Contributory pension scheme

• Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group

• Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet Portfolio Pathway programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme

• Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives

• Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions

• Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations

• Discount schemes including Perkbox, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card

• Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support

• Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy

• Electric Car Scheme

We are looking for someone who is...

• Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified

• Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status

• Experienced & knowledgeable in General Adult Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis

• Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity

• A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes

• Committed to continued professional development

• Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team

• A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent

Cygnethave been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives.

We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes.

Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance.

What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply or [email protected] to arrange an informal chat or site visit.

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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

Kidsgrove

ST7 4JA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Team Leadership

• Supervise and support a team of approximately 12 reception staff.
• Lead by example, maintaining a professional, positive and patient-focused approach.
• Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching and support to team members.
• Assist with the induction, training and ongoing development of reception staff.
• Monitor staff performance and address issues promptly and professionally.
• Support the Practice Management Team with appraisals, probation reviews, return-to-work meetings and performance management where appropriate.
• Foster a positive team culture and encourage continuous improvement.

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the reception department.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained throughout the day, responding to unexpected absences where possible.
• Coordinate reception rotas, workload and daily task allocation.
• Ensure practice policies, procedures and standard operating procedures are followed consistently.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, workflows and patient access.
• Escalate operational issues to the Practice Management Team where appropriate.

• Support the reception team in delivering an efficient, courteous and compassionate service to patients.
• Act as the first point of contact for patient queries and complaints, resolving issues efficiently and escalating complex concerns where appropriate.
• Assist with managing difficult or sensitive situations involving patients.
• Promote excellent customer service and ensure patients receive timely, accurate and compassionate support.
• Support the management of patient feedback and contribute to service improvements.

• Support the effective management of appointment capacity and clinic utilisation.
• Monitor appointment booking processes to ensure practice protocols are followed.
• Assist with implementing new ways of working and service improvements.
• Work closely with clinicians and administrative teams to maintain an efficient patient journey.
• Monitor reception workflows and ensure daily administrative tasks are completed accurately and within agreed timescales.

• Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times in accordance with GDPR, NHS guidance and practice policies.
• Ensure reception staff complete mandatory training and comply with practice procedures.
• Promote safe working practices and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Support the Practice in preparing for inspections, audits and contractual requirements where required.

• Act as a key link between the reception team and the Practice Management Team.
• Communicate operational updates and procedural changes effectively.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships across all departments.
• Attend meetings and contribute to practice development and service improvement initiatives.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience working within a GP practice or NHS primary care setting.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to prioritise workload and make sound decisions in a busy environment.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism and delivering high standards of patient care.

Desirable

• Experience using EMIS Web.
• Knowledge of GP appointment systems and care navigation.
• Experience managing staff rotas.
• Understanding of NHS primary care services, contractual requirements and performance targets.
• Experience handling complaints or leading service improvements.

Personal Qualities

Essential

• Positive, approachable and supportive.
• Calm, resilient and able to remain professional under pressure.
• Reliable, dependable and highly organised.
• Confident in leading and motivating a team.
• Flexible, adaptable and solutions-focused.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and customer service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Urmston Group Practice

Address

Urmston Group Practice

6 Woodsend Crescent Road

Urmston

Manchester

M41 8AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Person Specification

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and licence to practise
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
• Excellent communication and team-working skills

Desirable

• Experience of SystmOne
• Interest in education, training or service development
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams

Working Pattern

• Fixed-term maternity cover contract
• 6 sessions per week
• Start date from November 2026 (flexible)

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Essential
• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration and licence to practise
• Inclusion on the NHS England Medical Performers List
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care
• Excellent communication and team-working skills

Desirable

• Desirable
• Experience of SystmOne
• Interest in education, training or service development
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams

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

Foundry Healthcare Lewes

Address

School Hill Medical Practice

33 High Street

Lewes

East Sussex

BN7 2LU

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

• Foster recovery through empowerment of service users and carers by using a strengths-based approach involving the service user and carer in the planning of their care establishing and maintaining consistent supportive relationships, which encourage increased self-determination and responsibility for service users and their care.
• Offer a range of evidence-based interventions and risk management approaches enabling the service user and carers to reduce and manage symptoms and high-risk behaviour in episodes of relapse.
• Be proactive, innovative, and creative in delivering care, enabling the facilitation of service users recovery.
• Engage service users and carers in relapse prevention and risk management /contingency plans, providing interventions that maximize the service users ability to resolve relapse crisis and prevents admission to hospital.
• Liaise with inpatient units to support discharge through appropriate pathways.
• Facilitate early discharge from both inpatients and the CRHT Team by providing regular, formal reviews.
• Deliver a flexible and responsive service through practice that is dictated by service users/carers needs.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and in partnership with other agencies.
• Deliver high quality care and provide solutions and signposting to service users with severe and enduring mental health problems to support correct pathway access.
• Provide care within the Strength Based Model of practice maintaining service users within their own environment in the community.
• Act as an educator for service users and carers. Advise on issues of mental health to generate a positive approach to health and strengthen the service users capacity to manage illness, symptoms, and relapse.
• Respond swiftly to urgent referrals providing interventions to prevent admission or re-admission.
• Work closely with carers.
• Recognise racial, cultural, sexual preference and address health inequalities.
• Ensure that record keeping/documentation reflects needs.
• Maximize the use of resources within the team and available in the community.
• To be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care, using evidence-based tools and models of care.
• Work within the MDT framework according to code of practice, for delivery of optimum care.
• Ensure that care plans are reviewed and updated to take into account of the most recent information regarding service users needs. It should reflect the views of the service users and carers.
• Undertake risk assessment/management for service users on the caseload and disseminate the information to their team members and professionals involved.
• Ensure activity/contact is entered promptly on RiO, conforming to the organisations data quality requirements, in line with contract specification Trust and Social Care data quality requirement.
• Provide care plans in accordance with National Guidelines.

• To participate in the development of an effective team and the development of productive working relationships throughout the organisation.
• To actively promote integrated health professional working internally and externally.
• To facilitate the development of a positive and supportive team culture by taking responsibility for dealing effectively with potential conflict.
• To take an active interest in working parties and groups within the organisation to develop and improve on service delivery, protocols and guidelines.
• To participate in the audit process, linking in with the clinical governance agenda.
• To advise, encourage and share knowledge utilizing the latest research and practice development, through literature and peer reviews.
• To challenge and raise concerns around poor or unprofessional practice.
• To participate in the induction of new members of staff as a mentor.
• To participate and review staff performance.
• Act as a positive role model for colleagues.

• Have a working knowledge of current appropriate legislations.
• Engage in regular clinical and professional supervision.
• Adhere to and work within the guidelines of the NMC/HCPC professional code of conduct.
• Maintain registration of care profession and membership relevant to professional area; duties in relation to the relevant professional qualification will be required eg: the administration of medicines as stated within agreed policies and procedures.
• Act as a positive clinical role model for colleagues.
• Ensure that full regard is taken of the dignity, individuality and well-being of service users and carers.
• Ensure physical health checks are carried out in full with any relevant follow up arranged, as necessary
• Be accountable for own practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
• Advocate and promote self-advocacy for service users/carers.

• Communicate effectively with other members of the MDT pertaining to assessments, care plans, risk factors, relapse signatures, signs of deterioration in service users mental and physical health care.
• Ensure that information of sensitive and contentious content is handled with professionalism and communicated appropriately to clearly identified persons.
• Respond to emergency situations in a clear and supportive manner always showing sensitivity and direction.

• To act as a mentor to students, providing effective education, facilitating their development, and promoting high stands of nursing care.
• Ensure students are actively supported to enable them to achieve their learning needs.
• To ensure own continued professional development and support a culture of lifelong learning in self and others.
• To undertake, and assist, in the planning of own mandatory training and workshops.
• To undertake a regular appraisal, developing a personal development plan that includes clinical competencies reflecting the health needs of the local population and relates to organisational strategy.
• To support new staff and their integration within the team.
• To support training as part of the role including changes to professional development and implementation of new policies and guidelines.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years post registration experience.
• Previous experience of working in a community team.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse, or registered Occupational Therapist (holding diploma or degree qualification).
• MELPS (Mentoring and Enabling in a clinical setting).

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

Invicta Health CIC

Address

Albion Place

Maidstone

Kent

ME14 5DY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main duties will include:

• Face-to-face and telephone consultations

• Assessment and management of acute and long-term conditions

• Prescribing and medication reviews

• Reviewing test results and clinical correspondence

• Referrals to secondary care and other services where appropriate

• Participation in QAIF projects and surgery targets

• Home visits when clinically required

• Clinical administration associated with patient care, blood results , clinical letters etc

• Participation in practice meetings, clinical governance and quality improvement

• Working closely with the wider multidisciplinary practice team

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• We welcome applications from both experienced GPs and newly qualified GPs and offer a supportive environment in which to develop and grow.

Desirable

• We welcome applications from both experienced GPs and newly qualified GPs and offer a supportive environment in which to develop and grow.

Qualifications

Essential

• Primary medical qualification MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a current licence to practise
• Included on the GMC GP Register
• Included on, or eligible for inclusion on, the NHS Wales Medical Performers List

Desirable

• Primary medical qualification MBBS, MBChB or equivalent
• Full GMC registration with a current licence to practise
• Included on the GMC GP Register
• Included on, or eligible for inclusion on, the NHS Wales Medical 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

GP Practice in Wales

Address

Doctors Surgery

Corwen House, Market Place

Penygroes

CAERNARFON

Gwynedd

LL54 6NN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Working with the team lead, the post holder will develop appropriate databases, contribute to reports as necessary, report any issues/concerns that may arise, and make sure that the service meets all targets in the service specification.

Successful candidates will work in partnership with the local Health Visiting teams to ensure seamless care as children progress from early years into school.

Successful candidates will adhere to and work within local and national child safeguarding policies in the prevention and early detection of abuse in all age groups.

Successful candidates will:

- Develop accurate factual reports and attend case conferences, and other multi-professional meetings as required, for identified children and their families.

- Meet with all identified children at least once a term and refer/signpost to other professionals/ services if identified.

- Work in partnership with primary care, ensuring that where appropriate, the relevant GP practice is notified of CYP health concerns, to secure an integrated system of care that safeguards them.

- Work in partnership with other key stakeholders to promote the welfare and safety of children and young people

- Contribute to keeping children and young people safe from the dangers of radicalization and extremism and promoting safe practices and a culture of safety, including e-safety.

- Offer strategic support to schools in order to contribute to reducing the number of children who enter the safeguarding system through preventative work.

- Work in partnership with identified school staff to contribute to the delivery of health improvement, promotion, and preventative approaches through signposting to other healthcare professionals/ services and available resources, and support staff with appropriate training.

- Promote emotional well-being through the school-aged years working alongside children and young people to support those with emotional and mental health difficulties and referring to CAMHS where appropriate.

- Have knowledge of other available resources to support emotional and mental well-being e.g. online, training packages.

- Work in partnership with primary and secondary care colleagues to support children and young people with long-term conditions or complex needs, signposting and referring school staff to appropriate support and facilitating correct management of health conditions to ensure hospital admissions are kept to a minimum.

- Work with the senior management team to develop a comprehensive Action Plan for the school which includes all policies, procedures, and guidelines, as an overview of SEN, safeguarding, and pastoral and medical needs together.

- Ensure that services are delivered in a culturally sensitive manner adapting the service provision accordingly to promote equal access to services through the use of interpreters, and flexibility of appointments offered.

- Work to and maintain school nursing standards as agreed by Bromley Healthcare, informing the Service Lead when agreed standards cannot be met.

- Develop and maintain professional links with similar services in other areas in order to share information and inform best practices.

- Attend regular team meetings to promote effective communication and team and will lead by example promoting best practices and high standards at all times.

- Work with the Team Leader to ensure that all policies, procedures, and guidelines are monitored and review service delivery to ensure the service meets both national and local requirements.

- Ensure that all incidents are reported appropriately using Bromley Healthcare's Incident reporting system and ensure that the Team Leader is informed of incidents affecting patient safety and experience.

- Support colleagues effectively and compassionately as part of the wider skill-mix team

- Participate in the orientation and induction of new staff, promoting good interpersonal relationships within the team.

- Act as a mentor in the education and training of pre and post-registration students. Act as a preceptor for newly qualified nurses'/ specialist practitioners in the School Nursing Service

- Act as a resource for skill mix staff offering guidance, support, and supervision.

- Identify own learning needs and that of skill mix staff within the team.

- Remain up to date with evidence-based practice, published research, and participate in regular CPD

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse - Degree or Diploma
• Specialist Community Public Health Nursing Qualification in School Nursing (BSc or PgDip)

Desirable

• Practice Assessor qualification
• Evidence of further professional learning relating to Children's public health nursing

Professional Registration

Essential

• Current NMC registration

Training

Essential

• Experience in delivering Asthma / Anaphylaxis / Basic Life Support training
• Child safeguarding Level 3 training

Desirable

• Leadership course / qualification

Specific Skills

Essential

• Ability to work with children of all ages
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
• Ability to work in a multi- agency setting
• Car driver with use of a car for work purposes - clean UK driving license.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and adapt to changing needs
• Excellent organisational skills for self and others
• Presentation skills

Desirable

• Understanding of service performance and outcomes
• Knowledge of managing change

IT Skills

Essential

• Computer Literate
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office packages

Desirable

• Experience of using EMIS

Experience

Essential

• Recent experience of working within a School Nursing team
• Recent experience of delivering health promotion and its importance in promoting healthy lifestyles
• Experience of safeguarding children and young people
• Sound knowledge of current issues and legislation relating to children

Desirable

• Experience of supervising/ appraising staff, students and working with the clinical governance framework
• Leadership experience

Personal qualities

Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Motivated to provide a high standard of care
• High professionalism and interpersonal skills
• Car driver with use of a car for work purposes
• Committed to the 6 C's
• Flexible approach to meeting service & client needs

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

Bromley Healthcare CIC

Address

Caritas House

Tregory road

Orpington

BR6 9XA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.bromleyhealthcare.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

The GP Partner will:

Provide a high standard of evidence-based, patient-centred general practice to registered patients.

Undertake face-to-face, telephone and other appropriate consultations.

Assess, diagnose and manage a broad range of acute and chronic conditions.

Provide appropriate clinical management and follow-up of patients.

Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with national and local guidance.

Make appropriate referrals to secondary care and other healthcare professionals.

Provide appropriate home visits and care for housebound patients where required.

Participate in the practice's duty doctor/on-call arrangements.

Support the practice's approach to urgent and same-day care.Participate in clinical audits, significant event reviews and quality improvement activity.

Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records.Work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team.

Maintain professional standards in accordance with GMC requirements and relevant NHS guidance.

Partners work collaboratively to:

Contribute to Partnership meetings and collective decision-making.

Help shape the strategic direction and long-term sustainability of the practice.

Work closely with the Practice Manager on operational management, workforce planning and business development.

Contribute to financial and business planning.

Support recruitment, workforce development and succession planning.

Identify and develop opportunities for service improvement and innovation.

Maintain high standards of clinical care, professionalism and patient experience.

Support a positive culture across the whole multidisciplinary team.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Delivers excellent, patient-centered clinical care.
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a supportive Partnership.
• Values continuity of care and building strong, lasting relationships with patients and colleagues.
• Wants to help shape the future of primary care locally.
• Is committed to high professional standards and quality improvement.
• Is enthusiastic about innovation and developing new ways of working.
• Is keen to contribute to the wider leadership and development of the practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Be a fully qualified and GMC-registered GP.
• Hold, or be eligible for, inclusion on the NHS 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.

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

Horsley Medical Practice

Address

Kingston Avenue

East Horsley

Surrey

KT24 6QT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

• Foster recovery through empowerment of service users and carers by using a strengths-based approach involving the service user and carer in the planning of their care establishing and maintaining consistent supportive relationships, which encourage increased self-determination and responsibility for service users and their care.
• Offer a range of evidence-based interventions and risk management approaches enabling the service user and carers to reduce and manage symptoms and high-risk behaviour in episodes of relapse.
• Be proactive, innovative, and creative in delivering care, enabling the facilitation of service users recovery.
• Engage service users and carers in relapse prevention and risk management /contingency plans, providing interventions that maximize the service users ability to resolve relapse crisis and prevents admission to hospital.
• Liaise with inpatient units to support discharge through appropriate pathways.
• Facilitate early discharge from both inpatients and the CRHT Team by providing regular, formal reviews.
• Deliver a flexible and responsive service through practice that is dictated by service users/carers needs.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and in partnership with other agencies.
• Deliver high quality care and provide solutions and signposting to service users with severe and enduring mental health problems to support correct pathway access.
• Provide care within the Strength Based Model of practice maintaining service users within their own environment in the community.
• Act as an educator for service users and carers. Advise on issues of mental health to generate a positive approach to health and strengthen the service users capacity to manage illness, symptoms, and relapse.
• Respond swiftly to urgent referrals providing interventions to prevent admission or re-admission.
• Work closely with carers.
• Recognise racial, cultural, sexual preference and address health inequalities.
• Ensure that record keeping/documentation reflects needs.
• Maximize the use of resources within the team and available in the community.
• To be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care, using evidence-based tools and models of care.
• Work within the MDT framework according to code of practice, for delivery of optimum care.
• Ensure that care plans are reviewed and updated to take into account of the most recent information regarding service users needs. It should reflect the views of the service users and carers.
• Undertake risk assessment/management for service users on the caseload and disseminate the information to their team members and professionals involved.
• Ensure activity/contact is entered promptly on RiO, conforming to the organisations data quality requirements, in line with contract specification Trust and Social Care data quality requirement.
• Provide care plans in accordance with National Guidelines.

• To participate in the development of an effective team and the development of productive working relationships throughout the organisation.
• To actively promote integrated health professional working internally and externally.
• To facilitate the development of a positive and supportive team culture by taking responsibility for dealing effectively with potential conflict.
• To take an active interest in working parties and groups within the organisation to develop and improve on service delivery, protocols and guidelines.
• To participate in the audit process, linking in with the clinical governance agenda.
• To advise, encourage and share knowledge utilizing the latest research and practice development, through literature and peer reviews.
• To challenge and raise concerns around poor or unprofessional practice.
• To participate in the induction of new members of staff as a mentor.
• To participate and review staff performance.
• Act as a positive role model for colleagues.

• Have a working knowledge of current appropriate legislations.
• Engage in regular clinical and professional supervision.
• Adhere to and work within the guidelines of the NMC/HCPC professional code of conduct.
• Maintain registration of care profession and membership relevant to professional area; duties in relation to the relevant professional qualification will be required eg: the administration of medicines as stated within agreed policies and procedures.
• Act as a positive clinical role model for colleagues.
• Ensure that full regard is taken of the dignity, individuality and well-being of service users and carers.
• Ensure physical health checks are carried out in full with any relevant follow up arranged, as necessary
• Be accountable for own practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
• Advocate and promote self-advocacy for service users/carers.

• Communicate effectively with other members of the MDT pertaining to assessments, care plans, risk factors, relapse signatures, signs of deterioration in service users mental and physical health care.
• Ensure that information of sensitive and contentious content is handled with professionalism and communicated appropriately to clearly identified persons.
• Respond to emergency situations in a clear and supportive manner always showing sensitivity and direction.

• To act as a mentor to students, providing effective education, facilitating their development, and promoting high stands of nursing care.
• Ensure students are actively supported to enable them to achieve their learning needs.
• To ensure own continued professional development and support a culture of lifelong learning in self and others.
• To undertake, and assist, in the planning of own mandatory training and workshops.
• To undertake a regular appraisal, developing a personal development plan that includes clinical competencies reflecting the health needs of the local population and relates to organisational strategy.
• To support new staff and their integration within the team.
• To support training as part of the role including changes to professional development and implementation of new policies and guidelines.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years post registration experience.
• Previous experience of working in a community team.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse, or registered Occupational Therapist (holding diploma or degree qualification).
• MELPS (Mentoring and Enabling in a clinical setting).

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

Invicta Health CIC

Address

Britton House

Gillingham

Kent

ME7 1AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Job Details

Job Title: Salaried General Practitioner (GP) Contract Type: Permanent Sessions: 4-8 sessions per week (full-time or part-time)

Salary: £11,866 -£12,537 per session dependent on experience

Working Days: We aim to be flexible regarding session allocation and working patterns. To support patient demand and team continuity, we are particularly interested in candidates able to work on Mondays and/or Wednesdays and to participate in our extended access service.

2. Job Summary

The post-holder will provide high-quality, patient-centred primary care services to the registered population of Aspen Medical Practice in line with the GMS contract, national guidance, and evidence-based practice.

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver comprehensive general medical services to Aspen patients.
• Manage a varied clinical caseload within a primary care setting.
• Participate in the duty doctor rota within a supportive multidisciplinary team structure, with clear processes in place to ensure safe and manageable workload distribution.
• Contribute to clinical governance, audit, teaching, and practice development activities.
• Receive protected PLT time in line with the Practice PLT schedule.

3. Person specification

Essential Criteria.

Applicants must:

• Hold a recognised medical qualification (MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent).
• Hold MRCGP qualification.
• Be fully registered with the GMC and licensed to practise in the UK.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Be able to offer either evening or Saturday EA sessions as part of the role.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Be committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary primary care team.

Desirable Criteria

Preference may be given to applicants who:

• Are proficient in the use of SystmOne.
• Have additional clinical skills or specialist areas of interest that would enhance practice services.
• Have qualified as a GP Trainer.

4. Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

The post-holder will:

• Provide routine and urgent GP consultations, including telephone consultations and home visits where required.
• Assess, diagnose, treat, and manage a wide range of acute and chronic conditions.
• Develop and implement patient-centred management plans in line with current clinical guidelines.
• Prescribe safely and appropriately in accordance with local prescribing guidance.
• Maintain accurate and contemporaneous clinical records in line with GMC Good Medical Practice.
• Process prescriptions, clinical correspondence, test results, and associated paperwork in a timely manner in line with Practice administration guidelines.
• Refer patients appropriately to secondary care and community services.
• Support preventative healthcare, health promotion, and chronic disease management.
• Participate in care home and nursing home support where required.
• Supervise and support members of the multidisciplinary team including, but not limited to, nurses, pharmacists, non-clinical team members.
• Participate in on-call duties in accordance with the Salaried GP Job Plan.

Governance and Practice Responsibilities

The post-holder will:

• Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, and continuing professional development activities.
• Remain up to date with mandatory training requirements.
• Attend practice meetings and protected learning sessions.
• Comply with all practice policies relating to confidentiality, safeguarding, information governance, prescribing, and health and safety.
• Contribute positively to team working and wider practice development.
• Participate in annual appraisal and revalidation requirements.

5. Confidentiality

The post-holder will maintain strict confidentiality regarding patients, staff, and practice business in accordance with practice policies, GDPR, and professional guidance.

6. Health & Safety

The post-holder will:

• Comply with practice health and safety and infection prevention policies.
• Identify and appropriately manage risks within the workplace in line with Practice policies.

7. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The post-holder will:

• Support equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.
• Treat patients, carers, and colleagues with dignity, respect, and professionalism at all times.

8. General

This job description is intended as a guide to the main responsibilities of the role and may be amended following discussion with the post-holder to meet the needs of the practice.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Applicants must:
• Hold a recognised medical qualification (MBBS, MBChB, or equivalent).
• Hold MRCGP qualification.
• Be fully registered with the GMC and licensed to practise in the UK.
• Have the right to work in the UK.
• Be able to offer either evening or Saturday EA sessions as part of the role.
• Demonstrate excellent clinical, communication, and organisational skills.
• Be committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a multidisciplinary primary care team.

Desirable

• Preference may be given to applicants who:
• Are proficient in the use of SystmOne.
• Have additional clinical skills or specialist areas of interest that would enhance practice services.
• Have qualified as a GP Trainer.

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

Aspen Medical Practice

Address

Horton Road

Gloucester

GL1 3PX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Summary

• The post holder will be an experienced Research Nurse who, acting within their professional boundaries, will deliver high-quality care for patients taking part in Research. The main purpose of the job is to provide support for National Institute for Health Research NIHR portfolio adopted projects and commercial studies adopted by the practice. You will work across a range of studies which include observational research, novel drug therapy and clinical interventions. Under direction of the Research Lead Partner, and working alongside our current Research Team, you will participate in the recruitment and follow up of patients to research studies. The role will involve undertaking study related procedures as appropriate and the assessment, planning and on-going care of research participants throughout the duration of the study.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Nursing
• Current NMC Registration - RGN
• Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training (or willingness to complete)

Experience

Essential

• Experience of obtaining informed consent
• Experience of working directly with patients participating in Research
• Experience of using patient monitoring equipment
• Experience of working with multi-disciplinary teams
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience of wound care, observations, venepuncture

Desirable

• Experience of conducting research in primary care
• Experience of using electronic databases and study management systems
• Experience in early-phase clinical trials

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

Clevedon Medical Centre

Address

Old Street

Clevedon

North Somerset

BS21 6DG

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will deal with a wide range of health needs in a primary care setting, ensuring the highest standards of care for all registered and temporary patients.

Responsibilities will include:

Consultation sessions including face to face and telephone

Clinical administration

Attend, educational, multidisciplinary, practice and clinical meetings

Attend training and events organised by the practice and the ICB/Federation

Participate in an annual performance review

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• GMC registered
• Qualified General Practitioner
• Registered on NHS performer list
• Experience using System One

Desirable

• Good understanding of GMS contract requirements.
• Experience and understanding of QoF and Local Enhanced Services

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

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

Covent Garden Medical Centre

Address

Covent Garden Medical Centre

47 Shorts Gardens

London

WC2H 9AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://coventgardenmedicalcentre.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Responsibilities

• Foster recovery through empowerment of service users and carers by using a strengths-based approach involving the service user and carer in the planning of their care establishing and maintaining consistent supportive relationships, which encourage increased self-determination and responsibility for service users and their care.
• Offer a range of evidence-based interventions and risk management approaches enabling the service user and carers to reduce and manage symptoms and high-risk behaviour in episodes of relapse.
• Be proactive, innovative, and creative in delivering care, enabling the facilitation of service users recovery.
• Engage service users and carers in relapse prevention and risk management /contingency plans, providing interventions that maximize the service users ability to resolve relapse crisis and prevents admission to hospital.
• Liaise with inpatient units to support discharge through appropriate pathways.
• Facilitate early discharge from both inpatients and the CRHT Team by providing regular, formal reviews.
• Deliver a flexible and responsive service through practice that is dictated by service users/carers needs.
• Work collaboratively and effectively with members of the multi-disciplinary team and in partnership with other agencies.
• Deliver high quality care and provide solutions and signposting to service users with severe and enduring mental health problems to support correct pathway access.
• Provide care within the Strength Based Model of practice maintaining service users within their own environment in the community.
• Act as an educator for service users and carers. Advise on issues of mental health to generate a positive approach to health and strengthen the service users capacity to manage illness, symptoms, and relapse.
• Respond swiftly to urgent referrals providing interventions to prevent admission or re-admission.
• Work closely with carers.
• Recognise racial, cultural, sexual preference and address health inequalities.
• Ensure that record keeping/documentation reflects needs.
• Maximize the use of resources within the team and available in the community.
• To be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care, using evidence-based tools and models of care.
• Work within the MDT framework according to code of practice, for delivery of optimum care.
• Ensure that care plans are reviewed and updated to take into account of the most recent information regarding service users needs. It should reflect the views of the service users and carers.
• Undertake risk assessment/management for service users on the caseload and disseminate the information to their team members and professionals involved.
• Ensure activity/contact is entered promptly on RiO, conforming to the organisations data quality requirements, in line with contract specification Trust and Social Care data quality requirement.
• Provide care plans in accordance with National Guidelines.

• To participate in the development of an effective team and the development of productive working relationships throughout the organisation.
• To actively promote integrated health professional working internally and externally.
• To facilitate the development of a positive and supportive team culture by taking responsibility for dealing effectively with potential conflict.
• To take an active interest in working parties and groups within the organisation to develop and improve on service delivery, protocols and guidelines.
• To participate in the audit process, linking in with the clinical governance agenda.
• To advise, encourage and share knowledge utilizing the latest research and practice development, through literature and peer reviews.
• To challenge and raise concerns around poor or unprofessional practice.
• To participate in the induction of new members of staff as a mentor.
• To participate and review staff performance.
• Act as a positive role model for colleagues.

• Have a working knowledge of current appropriate legislations.
• Engage in regular clinical and professional supervision.
• Adhere to and work within the guidelines of the NMC/HCPC professional code of conduct.
• Maintain registration of care profession and membership relevant to professional area; duties in relation to the relevant professional qualification will be required eg: the administration of medicines as stated within agreed policies and procedures.
• Act as a positive clinical role model for colleagues.
• Ensure that full regard is taken of the dignity, individuality and well-being of service users and carers.
• Ensure physical health checks are carried out in full with any relevant follow up arranged, as necessary
• Be accountable for own practice and take every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve knowledge and professional competence.
• Advocate and promote self-advocacy for service users/carers.

• Communicate effectively with other members of the MDT pertaining to assessments, care plans, risk factors, relapse signatures, signs of deterioration in service users mental and physical health care.
• Ensure that information of sensitive and contentious content is handled with professionalism and communicated appropriately to clearly identified persons.
• Respond to emergency situations in a clear and supportive manner always showing sensitivity and direction.

• To act as a mentor to students, providing effective education, facilitating their development, and promoting high stands of nursing care.
• Ensure students are actively supported to enable them to achieve their learning needs.
• To ensure own continued professional development and support a culture of lifelong learning in self and others.
• To undertake, and assist, in the planning of own mandatory training and workshops.
• To undertake a regular appraisal, developing a personal development plan that includes clinical competencies reflecting the health needs of the local population and relates to organisational strategy.
• To support new staff and their integration within the team.
• To support training as part of the role including changes to professional development and implementation of new policies and guidelines.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Minimum of 2 years post registration experience.
• Previous experience of working in a community team.

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Mental Health Nurse, or registered Occupational Therapist (holding diploma or degree qualification).
• MELPS (Mentoring and Enabling in a clinical setting).

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

Invicta Health CIC

Address

Highlands House

10-12 Calverley Park

Tunbridge Wells

Kent

TN1 2JN

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Qualifications

Essential

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

Desirable

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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

Knowledge and Understanding

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Skills and attributes

Essential

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

Desirable

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

Other

Essential

• Meets all essential 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).

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

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Address

Community Mental Health Team, Talygarn

County Hospital, Griffithstown

Pontypool

NP4 5LQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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