Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Purpose of the Role

The Paramedic will provide safe, effective and professional clinical care to patients with a wide range of medical conditions and injuries. The role involves assessing patients, providing appropriate treatment, making clinical decisions and arranging transportation or onward care where required.

Paramedics may work in a variety of environments, including patients' homes, GP practices, public places, hospitals and other healthcare settings. They may work as part of a two-person ambulance crew or independently using an appropriate response vehicle.

• Undertake comprehensive clinical assessments and obtain patient consent where possible.
• Provide appropriate emergency and non-emergency treatment based on the patient's condition.
• Resuscitate and stabilise patients when required.
• Manage airways, severe bleeding and other life-threatening conditions.
• Administer medication, oxygen and intravenous fluids within the individual's scope of practice.
• Use clinical equipment such as defibrillators, ventilators, pulse oximeters and other approved medical equipment.
• Perform appropriate clinical procedures, including cannulation and endotracheal intubation where trained and authorised.
• Monitor patients and recognise changes in their condition.
• Determine whether hospital admission is required and identify the most appropriate destination or onward care.
• Safely treat, refer or discharge patients who do not require hospital admission where clinically appropriate.
• Provide clear clinical handovers and accurate patient records.
• Liaise with doctors, nurses, midwives, allied health professionals, ambulance services, police, fire and other emergency services.
• Communicate professionally with patients, relatives, carers, colleagues and members of the public.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Support and supervise student paramedics and new members of staff where required.
• Provide clinical advice to patients and colleagues when appropriate.

• Drive company vehicles for which the employee is appropriately trained and authorised, in accordance with relevant legislation, company procedures and the Highway Code.
• Complete vehicle and equipment checks as required.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment and stations in a clean, safe and operational condition.
• Complete all required inspection and maintenance documentation.
• Assist other healthcare professionals with patient care when required.

• Maintain current HCPC registration and practise within the HCPC Standards of Proficiency for Paramedics.
• Maintain an appropriate scope of practice.
• Complete all mandatory and statutory training required by the company.
• Undertake continuing professional development (CPD).
• Participate in training, mentoring and development of colleagues where required.
• Work with management to identify and address individual learning and development needs.

• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Data Protection Act, Caldicott principles and company policies.
• Handle patient and business information securely and appropriately.
• Comply with relevant Information Governance and Freedom of Information requirements.

• Follow all company Health & Safety policies, procedures and safe working practices.
• Report accidents, incidents, near misses and identified risks promptly through the company's reporting system.
• Participate in risk assessments and actions designed to reduce risk.
• Attend mandatory Health & Safety training.
• Take responsibility for your own safety and the safety of patients, colleagues and members of the public.
• Support a workplace where health and safety is embedded in everyday practice.

• Safeguard children and vulnerable adults encountered during the course of your duties.
• Follow all relevant safeguarding policies, procedures and guidance.
• Report safeguarding concerns appropriately.

• Follow current Infection Prevention and Control guidance and company procedures.
• Comply with Hand Hygiene and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.
• Complete mandatory IPC training.
• Take appropriate measures to prevent healthcare-associated infections.

• Ensure work is completed to the required professional and company standards.
• Comply with all company policies, procedures, protocols and relevant legislation.
• Report incidents and concerns through the appropriate reporting systems.
• Support the company in providing safe, effective and high-quality patient care.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professionalism and accountability.

The post holder must maintain professional, respectful and effective relationships with:

• Patients and their relatives/carers.
• Nerams Ltd colleagues.
• Hospital and healthcare teams.
• NHS Ambulance Trust operational and control staff.
• Other emergency services and healthcare professionals.

Effective communication, teamwork and appropriate information sharing are essential.

• Treat all patients, visitors and colleagues fairly and respectfully.
• Comply with company equality and diversity policies.
• Ensure patient care is delivered in a way that recognises individual needs.

The successful candidate should demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.
• Strong clinical decision-making, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Caring, compassionate and reassuring approach.
• Professionalism, integrity and honesty.
• Resilience when dealing with challenging situations.
• Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations professionally and appropriately.
• Good literacy, numeracy and basic IT skills.
• Ability to undertake manual handling of patients and equipment.
• Good general fitness appropriate to the requirements of the role.
• Willingness to work flexibly, including rota hours, weekends, nights and bank holidays where required.
• High standards of personal hygiene and professional appearance.

• Current HCPC registration as a Paramedic.
• Recognised Diploma or BSc in Paramedicine.
• Completion of the required NQP period.
• Appropriate emergency/blue-light driving qualification, such as CERAD or equivalent.
• Appropriate driving entitlement in accordance with company requirements.
• Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Ability to successfully complete all required clinical and driving training.
• Willingness to undertake mandatory training and maintain ongoing CPD.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, ideally gained through experience working with patients, customers or members of the public.

• C1 driving entitlement.
• Level 4 Coaching and Mentoring qualification.
• BSc in Paramedicine.
• Additional clinical or professional qualifications, such as Mental Health, Advanced Practice, Advanced Assessment, Prescribing, Counselling or other relevant areas of practice.

This job description outlines the main duties of the role and is not intended to be exhaustive. Duties may be amended from time to time to reflect the needs of the organisation and service.

Due to the nature of the role, the successful applicant will be required to obtain an Enhanced DBS check and meet any relevant occupational health requirements.

All employees are expected to comply with Nerams Ltd policies, procedures, legislation and professional standards and to contribute to a safe, respectful and high-quality service.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• HCPC registered Paramedic
• Diploma or BSc in Paramedicine
• Completed NQP (Newly Qualified Paramedic) period
• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Willingness to complete mandatory training and maintain CPD.

Desirable

• Level 3 CERAD course / IHCD D1/D2 blue-light driving qualification
• Appropriate driving entitlement
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service
• Level 4 Coaching & Mentoring
• BSc in Paramedicine
• Additional qualifications such as Mental Health, Advanced Practice, Advanced Assessment, Prescribing or Counselling.

Experience

Essential

• Experience dealing with patients, customers or members of the public.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills gained through this experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive situations professionally, assertively and tactfully.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience/ability to carry out manual handling, including patients and equipment.
• Ability to use basic IT systems, such as Word and email.
• Experience is also beneficial in working with hospital teams and other healthcare professionals.

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

Nerams Limited

Address

Nerams Ltd

Chilton

FERRYHILL

County Durham

DL17 0EW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Service Development

• Be involved in developing primary care services to meet the needs of the practice population.
• Working in close collaboration with the practice team to ensure that access targets are reached.
• Work with the practice team to ensure that immunisation and health inequalities targets as defined within the PMS contract are reached.
• Support health development and ensure health promotion work is undertaken to allow the practice population to make informed choices.
• Ensure the practice is represented at appropriate meetings, e.g. Practice Based Commissioning Groups.

Managerial

• Awareness of, and compliance with, all relevant organisation policies and procedures, e.g. prescribing, confidentiality, data protection, health and safety and infection control. Apply these to all aspects of one’s own work.

• Committed to life-long learning and audit to ensure evidence-based practice.
• Contribute to evaluated audit and clinical standards setting within the organisation.
• Contribute to the development of computer-based records.
• Contribute to summarising of patient records and read-coding patient data.

Quality

Adhere to GMC Good Medical practice.

Maintain accurate and timely medical records

Adhere to National and local guidelines (e.g. NICE)

Engage with local quality Frameworks – e.g. QoF and QiP

Reflect on personal practice through SEA, NHS appraisal, patient complaints

Confidentiality

• All patients have the right to expect that all practice staff will respect their privacy and act appropriate at all times.
• In the performance of duties, 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 business organisations. 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 be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the organisations policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data.

Communication

• The post-holder must recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to communicate effectively with other team members, patients, carers and recognise people’s needs to alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly.

Equality and Diversity

The Salaried General Medical Practitioner will uphold their equality and diversity commitments and statutory obligations under current equality legislation including the Disability Discrimination Act 2005, the Equality Act 2006 and the Race Relations (Amendment) Act 2000 and:

· Act in ways that support equality and diversity and recognises the importance of people’s rights in accordance with legislation, policies, procedures and good practice.

· Value people as individuals and treating everyone with dignity and respect, consideration and without prejudice, respecting diversity and recognising peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices in working with others and delivering appropriate services.

· Recognise and report behaviour that undermines equality under company policy.

· Be consciously aware of own behaviour and encourage the same levels of behaviour in colleagues.

· Acknowledge others’ different perspectives and recognise the diverse needs and experiences of everyone they come into contact with.

· With the support of managers develop an equality and diversity objective through the personal development review process

Health and Safety

The Salaried General Medical Practitioner has a duty to take reasonable care to avoid injury to themselves or to others and to co-operate with the company in meeting its statutory requirements, by:

• Assisting in promoting and maintaining their own and others health, safety and security as defined in the organisations Health & Safety Policy.

• Use of personal security systems within the workplace according to practice guidelines.

• Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaken such activities in a way that manages those risks.

• as far as is reasonably practicable, you minimising the risk of infection to themselves and others and in doing so must:-
• be familiar with and adhere to, the organisations policies and guidance on infection prevention and control
• attend statutory education programmes in infection, prevention and control.
• Include infection prevention and control as an integral part of your continuous personal and professional development.
• Take responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of healthcare acquired infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently by themselves and their colleagues.
• Report potential risks identified.

Personal and Professional Development

• Maintain continued education through attendance at courses and/or study days as necessary and as identified within clinical and organisation appraisals (Personal Development Plan).

• Ensure appropriate professional registration and licensing are met through continued professional development.
• Participate in all training programmes implemented by the practice/organisation as part of this employment. This training would include:
• Participation in an annual performance review. Maintaining a log of all personal and/or professional development.
• take responsibilities for own development, learning and performance.
• demonstrate skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work.
• Active involvement in the Annual NHS Appraisal process
• Active involvement in the GMC Revalidation and Licensing procedures

Person Specification

Attitudes

Essential

• Positive attitude; self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Credibility with clinicians and managers
• Ability to build trust, respect and co-operation quickly
• Professional courage, integrity and diplomacy
• Self awareness
• Commit to empower and develop staff to optimise individual and team potential
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Good leadership skills
• Able to work both individually and as part of a team
• Clinical skills required to manage acute presentations and chronic disease within primary care
• Able to analyse complex facts and situations using a high level of sensitivity and judgement to determine and implement an appropriate course of action
• Good communication skills with a high level of fluency in spoken and written English
• Performance management skills
• Effective delegating skills.
• Working knowledge of GP clinical systems.
• Highly motivated.
• Able to demonstrate innovation and flexibility
• Able to persuade and negotiate.
• Participation in scheme of extended opening times.
• Commitment to High Standards.
• Ability to complete days work on time as well as associated administration
• Must be able to work to deadlines and maintain standardsAwareness of Equality and Diversity principles
• Understanding of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
• Knowledge of area
• Confident computer user including office applications and email
• Demonstrable leadership in specialist area of practice/projectApplication /interview

Desirable

• Awareness of Equality and Diversity principles
• Understanding of confidentiality and the Data Protection Act
• Confident computer user including office applications and email
• Demonstrable leadership in specialist area of practice/project

Qualifications

Essential

• Registered with the GMC listed on the GMC GP Register with evidence of revalidation
• Accepted Medical Degree
• Evidence of continued personal and professional development
• Appropriate Medical indemnity cover with either MDU/MPS MDDUS
• Management qualification or equivalent relevant experience
• Appropriate safeguarding training
• Registered on the National Medical Performers list

Desirable

• Interest in Diabetes Care
• GP Trainer/willing to train
• Evidence of continuing education

Experience

Essential

• Completed GP Vocational Training Scheme
• One-year experience working as a GP in the UK

Desirable

• Working in UK General Practice Environment.
• Commitment to local area.

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

Intrahealth Ltd

Address

William Brown Medical Centre

Manor Way

Peterlee

County Durham

SR8 5TW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

To assist in and perform routine tasks related to patient care, as directed by senior nursing staff and GPs. Duties to include;

LTCs

Urinalysis

ECGs

Peak flow readings

24 hr BP

Venepuncture

Blood pressure measurements

Diabetic Foot checks

Chaperoning and assisting patients where appropriate who are being examined by another clinician

Requesting basic pathology tests, for example urine culture, swabs

Following agreed clinical protocols with referral to senior nurses or GPs as appropriate

Processing and management of laboratory samples requested by GPs/nurses

Vaccine/cold chain storage, monitoring and recording

Surgical equipment and vaccine re-stocking and stock rotation

Clearing and re-stocking consulting rooms

Preparing and maintaining environments and equipment before, during and after patient care interventions.

Assisting in the assessment and surveillance of patients health and well-being

Helping to raise awareness of health and well-being and how it can be promoted

Assisting with the collection and collation of data on needs related to health and well-being

Any other duties within skill set that may be required

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Maths & English GCSE grade 9-4

Experience

Essential

• HCA experience is essential
• Able to perform all duties in the job description is essential.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a GP practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

The Ferryhill & Chilton Medical Practice

Address

The Surgery

Durham Road

Ferryhill

County Durham

DL17 8JJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

http://www.ferryhillandchilton.nhs.uk/welcome,38155.htm (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive health and needs assessments in line with the National Framework
• Provide case management and oversight
• Contribute to eligibility recommendations and provide professional clinical advice
• Coordinate and review complex care packages, ensuring quality and value for money
• Work closely with colleagues across health and social care
• Support individuals and families, providing clear information and managing sensitive discussions
• Maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant records
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and audit activity

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional qualification and current registration with the NMC or SWE
• Qualified to post graduate level or equivalent level demonstrable experience.
• Valid UK driving licence.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience of working with adults and children in a social care or health care setting.
• Significant experience of working in partnership with service users, carers, service providers and other professionals.
• Significant experience of developing Self Directed Support Plans to meet individual need.
• Significant experience and expertise of assessing, planning and implementing care packages and liaising with providers.
• Experience of interpreting national and local policies related to All Age Continuing Care and case management.
• Experience of reviewing costs associated with care packages and making recommendations.
• Experience of line management, appraisal, mentorship and coaching, etc... working withing relative organisational policies.
• Experience of ensuring compliance with documentation and accuracy of collation of information.
• Experience of participating in audit and service improvement.
• Experience of working autonomously within national policy and organisational policies.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

UK Registration

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

Employer details

Employer name

North East & North Cumbria ICB

Address

North Ormesby Health Village

Trinity Mews

Middlesbrough

TS3 6AL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

In general the post holder will be expected to undertake all the normal duties and responsibilities associated with a GP working within primary care including

Making professionally autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred internally within the practice

Receive patients with undifferentiated and undiagnosed problems and make assessments of their health care needs

Consult with patients in the surgery, at home visits and via telephone or on line consultations as agreed internally between the practice GPs

Undertakes triage calls, triage visits, checking and signing of repeat prescriptions and dealing with queries, paperwork and correspondence in a timely fashion as required.

Screen patients for disease risk factors and early signs of illness

In consultation with patients and in line with current practice disease management protocols, develops care plans for health

Provide counselling and health education as necessary

Admit or discharge patients to and from caseload and refer them to other care providers internally and externally as appropriate and in line with practice protocols.

Comply with all relevant clinical Governance and Practice policies and protocols.

Assist in the establishment of appropriate systems to manage common chronic medical conditions.

Complete clinically related administrative and non-clinical duties required for the delivery of the service.

Record clear and contemporaneous consultation notes to agreed standards.

Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning, and audit and effectiveness to ensure evidence based best practice.

Provide active input to the wider Primary healthcare team in the process of health needs research/ base line data collection/clinical audit.

Compile and issue computer generated acute and repeat prescriptions, prescribing in accordance with practice/DDES CCG prescribing formulary whenever this is clinically appropriate.

Network with other agencies (both statutory and voluntary) and develop appropriate links to further the work of the practice with the CCG and Federation

Meet professional learning and CPD requirements.

Develop effective relationships with clinical supervisor/mentors and other colleagues.

PRACTICE RESPONSIBILITIES

Contribute to the evaluation/ audit and clinical standard setting with colleagues.

Record data in patient records systems promptly and accurately and to agreed standards.

Ensure appropriate use of read codes.

Participate in the collection and collation of statistics towards the preparation of practice reports, performance monitoring and audits.

Participate in the auditing of practice activity as required.

Contribute to the strategic management and development of the practice.

Provide reports to both NHS and non-NHS agencies as required.

Responsible for health and safety of themselves and others and for reporting and actively co-operating in Alliance and Practice Health and Safety Policies and procedures.

Process and action incoming patient and hospital correspondence.

Attend in house meetings, significant event audit meetings and other meeting as deemed necessary.

Ensure that the practice complaints system is adhered to at all times.

Awareness and compliance with all relevant guidelines e.g. data protection, confidentiality, and health and safety.

Maintain current CPR and anaphylaxis certification and child/adult safeguarding training in line with local policies.

Maintain mandatory training and revalidation certification

The above is not an exhaustive list and in addition to the above duties, you may be required to perform other duties as the needs of our business change. We reserve the right to amend the above duties as deemed necessary for the needs of the business

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• MBBS MRCGP

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

East Durham Medical Group

Address

The Caradoc Surgery

Front Street West

Wingate

County Durham

TS285PZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

What inspired you to become a nurse?

Was it the desire to make a real difference through Kind Care? Or the drive to keep learning and growing in a profession thats always evolving working side by side with multi-disciplinary teams?

Whatever your reason for choosing care, at HC-One The Kind Care Company we offer a career where your compassion and dedication are truly valued.

Whether youre an experienced registered nurse or looking for a new and meaningful direction, working in a care home environment can be incredibly fulfilling.

Its a role that reflects the true heart of nursing combining clinical expertise with the opportunity to form genuine, lasting connections with Residents and their families.

Were looking for kind, compassionate nurses to join our committed care home teams. In return, we offer competitive, experience-based pay and an attractive package of rewarding benefits.

At HC-One, kindness is more than a wordits a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.

To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings and nurtures five key qualitieswhat we call Kindness the HC-One Way:

• We are curiousasking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionatewalking in the shoes of others.
• We are creativefinding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageoussupporting residents to live the life they choose.
• And we are dependablepeople can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.

We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, were looking for team members who are comfortable with technologyor open to learning. You'll be supported every step of the way.

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growthopening up opportunities at regional and national levels.

Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Pay rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Homemade meals whilst on shift
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (contract dependent)
• Group life Assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities, with dedicated support to achieve additional qualifications.
• GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16.
• An opportunity to learn from experienced Colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
• Colleague discounts access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their families access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Experience

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

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

HC-One

Address

Defoe Crescent

Newton Aycliffe

County Durham

DL5 4JP

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

What inspired you to become a nurse?

Was it the desire to make a real difference through Kind Care? Or the drive to keep learning and growing in a profession thats always evolving working side by side with multi-disciplinary teams?

Whatever your reason for choosing care, at HC-One The Kind Care Company we offer a career where your compassion and dedication are truly valued.

Whether youre an experienced registered nurse or looking for a new and meaningful direction, working in a care home environment can be incredibly fulfilling.

Its a role that reflects the true heart of nursing combining clinical expertise with the opportunity to form genuine, lasting connections with Residents and their families.

Were looking for kind, compassionate nurses to join our committed care home teams. In return, we offer competitive, experience-based pay and an attractive package of rewarding benefits.

At HC-One, kindness is more than a wordits a way of life. We believe that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them, so we can support them to live their best possible lives.

To provide the kindest possible care, everyone at HC-One brings and nurtures five key qualitieswhat we call Kindness the HC-One Way:

• We are curiousasking questions, seeking to understand.
• We are compassionatewalking in the shoes of others.
• We are creativefinding practical ways to make things happen.
• We are courageoussupporting residents to live the life they choose.
• And we are dependablepeople can always count on us.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves. Our diverse workforce helps us learn from one another and better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds into our HC-One family and prioritise inclusive working practices across everything we do.

We are also enhancing the way we support residents through digital care planning. This technology is helping us streamline care, improve outcomes, and make daily tasks more efficient. As we continue to grow our digital capabilities, were looking for team members who are comfortable with technologyor open to learning. You'll be supported every step of the way.

We care about our colleagues and are committed to supporting your personal and professional development. From the moment you receive a job offer, we aim for the quickest possible turnaround to get you started, with full support every step of the way. With clear career pathways, continuous professional development, and postgraduate programmes, HC-One will invest in your growthopening up opportunities at regional and national levels.

Please note: We are only able to consider applications from individuals who already have the full right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we cannot offer sponsorship or accept applications from those on a time-limited visa. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be progressed.

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Pay rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• Homemade meals whilst on shift
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (contract dependent)
• Group life Assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award-winning learning and development opportunities, with dedicated support to achieve additional qualifications.
• GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your children under 16.
• An opportunity to learn from experienced Colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
• Colleague discounts access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their families access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental, and financial issues.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Experience

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Additional Criteria

Essential

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

Desirable

• Degree in Nursing and UK NMC Pin Qualified

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

HC-One

Address

Old Dryburn Way

Durham

County Durham

DH1 5SE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Practice

To ensure that all statutory requirements outlined in the IntraHealth personnel procedures and policies are personally adhered to.

To be familiar with and conform to responsibilities under the Data Protection Act as identified by IntraHealth.

To undertake duties as necessary, in line with the changing needs of the company. To participate in the annual appraisal and knowledge and skills framework profiling process. Any necessary training will be provided.

Acts in a way that acknowledge individuals rights to make their own decision and recognise their responsibilities.

Facilitates others to identify their current level of knowledge and skills, their learning needs and best practice.

To support others in the development and application of knowledge and skills in practice

Identify resource issues which affect learning, development and performance and alerts the appropriate managers.

Communication

Delivering a quality service

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 team’s performance

· Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patient’s needs

· Effectively manage own time, workload and resources

Overview

• Opening/closing premises.
• Preparing /organising rooms i.e. stock replenishment and ensuring an adequate supply of stationery is at hand for clinicians.
• Ensuring the reception area is tidy, safe and welcoming.
• Making appointments for health care professionals using the surgery premises.
• Dealing with External agencies – e.g. District Nurses, Health Visitors, secondary care, 3rd sector organisation and Primary Care Bodies.
• Greeting and directing patients on arrival and checking patients them into their appointments.
• Dealing with patient’s general/routine enquiries and requests.
• Answering telephones – receiving and forwarding messages.
• Making patient appointments and giving appointment cards.
• Registering new patients, temporary residents, emergency patients and those requiring immediate necessary treatment.
• Arranging appointments for medicals and other non-routine appointments.
• Ordering emergency ambulances and distribution of correct telephone number for routine ambulance bookings.
• Dealing with requests for home visits, taking accurate information and entering the information onto the medical system.
• Making and dealing telephone calls as required.
• Dealing with requests and handing out repeat medication prescriptions.
• Open and distribute internal & external Mail.
• Posting of letters and parcels.
• Taking specimen samples to collection point.
• Receive and action messages for internal and external members of staff
• Ensure information regarding any urgent or unresolved matters are passed to the appropriate person/line manager at the end of your working hours.
• Emptying pathology lab results bag.
• Date stamping results and appropriate filing of information.
• Filing of medical records, letters and test results.
• Ordering and sorting of the medical records and their maintenance (replacing worn out covers etc.) where necessary.
• Keeping all data on the medical system up-to-date.
• Recording and checking answering machine throughout the day.
• Entering patient information onto the computer in a timely and accurate manner.
• The handing out of letters, completed forms, completed passport applications, specimen bottles, self-certifications forms.
• Accepting requests for the completion of forms, e.g. hospital pre-admission drug check lists, private health insurance claim forms, passports, etc. (checking if there is a fee payable, informing the patient of the charge).
• Taking and receiving payments for services, e.g., insurance claims.
• Ensuring petty cash items are recorded on patient notes and entered correctly in the income or expenditure columns.
• Summarization of patient’s medical records on the medical system.
• Scanning documentation into the patients medical records.
• Utilising clerical and secretarial skills to ensure that letters/referrals/medical reports are undertaken in a timely manner (if required/applicable).
• Utilising Choose and Book (if required/applicable).
• Utilising ICE or other systems (if required/applicable).
• To assist with target led areas: QOF, KPI’s, DES, LES and NES etc.
• The handling of complaints in line with company procedure.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experience working in an receptionist/administrative role

Desirable

• Experience working on Clinical Computer systems

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Effective communicator, with the ability to liaise appropriately at all levels
• Proficient in the use of computerised systems (Microsoft Word and Excel) to a level to enable the production of high standard of work
• Demonstrable team working skills
• Very good interpersonal skills

Desirable

• Process management
• Demonstrate an understanding of the data protection act and patient confidentiality, clinical and information governance and Caldicott requirements.

Attitudes

Essential

• Capacity to work calmly under pressure and to deadlines
• Conscientious
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter
• Flexible and proactive attitude
• Enthusiasm for the role
• Flexible approach to work, in line with the needs of the service such as evening or weekend working as necessary
• Able to work as part of a team

Qualifications

Essential

• Good level of general education or 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.

Employer details

Employer name

Intrahealth Ltd

Address

West Cornforth Medical Centre

Reading Street

West Cornforth

Ferryhill

County Durham

DL17 9LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Cover the geographical area overseen by the Medical Education Department that is, County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust and to develop appropriate links working in partnership with Newcastle Medical School, Sunderland Medical School and any other medical schools commissioning placements within the Trust, HEE NE, Tees and Esk Wear Valley NHS Trust, local general practitioners and Commissioners.

Line management of staff within Medical Education.

Authorised signatory for less than £1,000 per month.

Required to travel to all Trust sites.

(POST 2)To ensure the provision of a high quality, effective Specialty Training Programmes across County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust, providing high-quality administrative support, to meet national and local initiatives, including specific training programmes and educational opportunities for basic and higher specialty training for resident doctors.

In conjunction with the Specialty Tutors and the Medical Education Manager, support the Care Groups in the review of specialty rotations, introducing quality assurance of educational opportunities, managing induction courses and ensuring that local and departmental induction takes place for all resident doctors in line with HEE NE guidelines and Trust policy.

Ensure that QA processes for GMC Visits, Deanery QA and College Accreditation are robust and recorded in line with Deanery and Trust directives, regularly assessing the standards and making recommendations as appropriate, as well as supporting Quality Assurance visits.

Ensure systems are in place to ensure the delivery of mandatory Trust Induction and training for all resident doctors and non-foundation doctors as they rotate, in line with Trust, HEE NE, GMC and CQC objectives.

Work closely with rota co-ordinators and the Lead Employer Trust and ensure rotas for DiT are compliant and planned/published to agreed publication deadlines to comply with the Resident Doctors Contract (2016).

Ensure systems are in place to maintain and construct compliant rotas for DiT with Care Groups following the correct protocols. Escalate issues when and suggest solutions to address identified issues. Producing data analysis where required.

Ensure the co-ordination of DiT vacancies whilst understanding the implications for rota compliance and the complexities of the various Resident Doctor rotations, to ensure that gaps are identified and appropriate escalation is taken to minimise the effect on the service, rota compliance and experience of DiT on placement.

Co-ordinate the implementation of effective systems and processes for the re validation of resident doctors in Training, as directed by the Medical Education Manager.

Ensure that there are effective mechanisms in place for the dissemination and feedback of information, promoting quality within all areas of Medical Education, developing relationships between the department and DiT, Trainers and Care Groups.

Oversee the administration management of the Clinical Skills Centre in conjunction with the Senior Nurse for Simulation and Clinical Simulation Technician.

Co-ordinate the quality systems with the objective of ensuring the continual improvement of service effectiveness and that Medical Education meets regulatory and accreditation requirements at all times.

To work with lead tutors to ensure trainers are well briefed on the relevant curriculum and Reference Guide requirements so that all posts provide high-quality experience that meets HEE and GMC standards.

Manage and oversee the administration systems for resident doctors study leave, ensuring that a Trust-wide system is robust and efficient across the Trust, recording appropriately.

Ensure own actions promote quality and best practice at all times, including in the field of IT Security and Data Protection. Support the Equality and Diversity needs of all Trust staff.

In conjunction with the Medical Education Manager, develop effective partnerships with all internal and external stakeholders. Promote and recruit to appropriate programmes.

Formulate policies for discussion with senior colleagues for implementation across the organisation.

Line management of staff within Medical Education including:

Appraisal, training and professional development

Absence management in accordance with Trust policy

Recruitment and selection of staff

Grievances and disciplinary issues

Performance management issues

Allocation of work

To be responsible for delivering performance in the team including meeting KPIs in relation to Medical Education.

Any other duties commensurate with Band.

Person Specification

Special Requirements

Essential

• Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post

Qualifications

Essential

• Educated to Degree level qualification or equivalent relevant experience in Medical Education, Human Resources or Workforce and Organisational Development.

Desirable

• CIPD qualified at MCIPD level
• Project Management Qualification

Special Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of NHS organisation and services and relevant government related NHS Guidance, Strategies and Targets.
• Understand the administration processes of educational curricula and systems and their associated needs within the NHS in relation to undergraduate, postgraduate medical education and continuing medical education.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Resident Able to travel across Trust sites to meet the requirements of the post. Doctors contract (2016).
• Understand the quality standards in education and training.
• Excellent IT skills including good working knowledge of full Microsoft Office Suite and Windows Operating Systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including verbal, written and telephone and the ability to present a positive and professional image at all times.
• Adaptable, determined, self-motivated and enthusiastic with competence in dealing with situations involving other people.
• To understand the need for diplomacy and tact.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage own workload; work on own initiative and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Ability to maintain complete confidentiality and discretion.
• Good organisational skills to meet demanding delivery schedules and provide.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of managing the delivery of learning and development programmes within a public sector organisation, preferably NHS, with demonstrable experience of co-ordinating the delivery of large scale training initiatives.
• Experience of change management and innovative practice.
• Proven track record of designing and delivering learning and development initiatives, including the production of supporting learning materials.
• Experience and understanding of the role of key stakeholders throughout the Region e.g. Health Education England, Medical School, Universities, NHS Trusts, Deanery and Foundation School.
• Experience of managing a team.

Desirable

• NHS Experience

Employer details

Employer name

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust

Hollyhurst Road

Darlington

County Durham

DL3 6HX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a full-time vacancy of 44 hours per week. As a Senior Care Assistant at HC One, Kindness will be at the core of everything you do. It touches upon every aspect of our Dementia, Nursing, Residential and Specialist care homes. Every single person who works here understands that our residents are people just like them with their own stories to tell. And, by joining us, youll have a wonderful opportunity to give something back to those people. For you, that will mean planning and implementing the kind of care that will give our residents a real sense of security, dignity and independence. You will get to know our residents and their families helping to ensure we deliver truly personalised care plans. Leading a team of Care Assistants, you will be responsible for maintaining the highest standards of care and youll be a real influence on the rest of the team. Whether you are showing someone how to use a walking frame, helping someone at the end of their life to eat a meal or talking to a residents family on the phone, youll do so with a sense of kindness, above anything else. Assisting the Registered Nurse and Care Manager, you will be involved in providing essential physical and mental stimulation through a range of social and recreational activities, as well as administering medication. One of your key responsibilities as Senior Care Assistant is to maintain accurate records of the job you do and build strong relationships with the rest of your team. Ideally, youll have completed a Level 2 Diploma S/NVQ in Adult Social Care and are prepared to work towards Level 3 qualification in Adult Social Care or equivalent, a background in person centered care planning and knowledge of caring for people with dementia. Whats essential, though, is your brilliant positive energy and natural ability to get along with people. Youll know what good record keeping looks like and be able to manage your time effectively. And, whenever you communicate with a resident or co-worker, youll be truly considerate and kind.

About HC-One

At HC-One, kindness is more than a word. It is a belief that caring for people means caring about what matters most to them so we can support them to lead their best possible life.

To be able to provide the kindest possible care there are 5 qualities that everyone who is part of the HC-One team shows up with, supports and coaches in each other every single day. We call these 5 qualities Kindness the HC-One Way: We are curious and ask questions, look for clues and seek to understand. We are compassionate and try to walk in the shoes of others. We're creative yet practical, using our imagination to make things happen. We are courageous in how we support residents to live the life they want, and we can always be counted on.

We champion inclusivity, fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued and can be themselves. Our diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to learn from each other and better represent the communities we serve.

Well provide full training, so its a great opportunity to learn something new. In return, you will enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career as a Senior Care Assistant we will invest in you, and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:

• Paid Enhanced DBS/PVG
• Hourly rate is subject to experience and qualifications
• Free uniform
• During a shift of eight hours or more a nutritious meal will be available
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays
• Group life assurance cover
• Wagestream - financial wellbeing and flexible access to pay as you need it
• Award-winning learning and development and support to achieve qualifications.
• GP online - a service providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app - available to you and your dependents under 16
• An opportunity to learn from experienced colleagues as part of an outstanding and committed team.
• Colleague discounts Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
• Wellbeing - free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues
• Excellent recognition schemes such as Kindness in Care and Long Service Awards
• An attractive refer a friend scheme of up to £1000 per referral, depending on the role

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Desirable

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Experience

Essential

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Desirable

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Additional Criteria

Essential

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Desirable

• S/NVQ or Diploma Level 2 or 3 in Health & Social Care

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

HC-One

Address

Delves Lane

Consett

County Durham

DH8 7EE

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://apply.hc-one.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job description

Job responsibilities

As per Job Summary on main page and main duties

Rota Management

Room rota management

Leave and sickness tracking

Administrative support

Problem solving

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of education including GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Previous experience in rota coordination or workforce scheduling
• Experience working in healthcare environment
• Excellent organisational and planning skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of appointment scheduling and capacity planning
• Ability to work under pressure strong IT skills

Desirable

• Experience of working in General Practice
• Knowledge of sessional working arrangements
• Experience of workforce planning and service capacity management
• Understanding of NHS General practice operations and workforce requirements.

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

Bewick Crescent Surgery

Address

27 Bewick Crescent

Newton Aycliffe

County Durham

DL5 5LH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

Clinical Practice

● Perform all duties required within, or on behalf of the community pharmacy. This includes all Essential, Additional and Enhanced services which are locally or nationally commissioned. This will include but not limited to:

○ Labelling and assembly of prescription items

○ Accurate endorsing of prescriptions

○ Maintaining a clean and tidy work environment

○ Collection of prescriptions and or delivering dispensed items as may be required.

○ Placing, receiving and putting orders into stock.

● Follow national and local guidance at all times, with particular regard to “Medicines, ethics in Practice” (MEP), current addition.

● Work under direction of the pharmacy Standard operating procedures (SOP’s).

● To undertake the sale or supply of medicines and goods, including over the counter sales.

● Comply with the requirements for the sale or supply of all medicines as required by the Medicines Act.

● Maintain stocks at an appropriate level of all medication and appliances, within the pharmacy, to meet patient demands.

Communication

● Provide advice and support to patients and their relatives and carers as appropriate.

● Build good relationships with practices and other prescribers and healthcare professionals (e.g., GPs, community pharmacists, district nurses etc.) to facilitate patient care.

● Communicate effectively with the patient, relatives, carers and all members of the healthcare team.

● Counsel patients appropriately upon medication issues and throughout their care, providing advice and written support where appropriate.

● Promote and enhance the reputation of IntraHealth Pharmacy.

Delivering a quality service

● Code of Conduct For Professional Group – all staff members are required to work in accordance with their professional group’s code of conduct.

● Be aware of, and comply with employment legislation and codes of good practice.

● Be aware of, and comply with, all company and practice infection prevention and control policies, to include hand hygiene, personal hygiene, environmental and food hygiene.

● Report any significant events within the time frame set out in the company policy.

● Follow current MEP and local guidance with regard to Community pharmacy issues and alerts.

Team Working

● Work as part of the community pharmacy team and wider team of healthcare professionals, fielding queries and offering advice.

● Support and help develop colleagues and other members of the community pharmacy team

● The post holder will be expected to work flexibly according to team / clinical needs

Management of risk

● Health & Safety – the post-holder must co-operate with Management in discharging its responsibilities under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and take reasonable health and safety of themselves and others and to ensure the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for patients, employees and visitors. All Health & Safety issues to be flagged to senior staff and the post-holder must comply with the IntraHealth Health & Safety Policy as well as any additional policy requirements within the clinical contract.

● Ensure personal, staff, stock, cash and premise security at all times and before leaving the pharmacy.

● Report all adverse events and significant events in accordance with agreed procedures and participate in improvement activities to reduce reoccurrence

Managing information

● Maintain appropriate records.

● Confidentiality – During the course of your employment you may have access to, see or hear information of a confidential nature and you are required not to disclose such information, particularly that relating to patients and staff.

● In order to comply with the Data Protection Act 1998 you must not at any time use personal data held by IntraHealth or IntraHealth Pharmacy for any unauthorized purpose or disclosure such as data to a third party.

Learning and Development

● Complete accredited course, to enable all aspects of NHS pharmacy contract can be carried out including Essential, Additional and Enhanced services and Locally commissioned services.

● Complete in-house training course, annual training review including peer review.

Equality and Diversity

● You are at all times required to carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the IntraHealth Equal Opportunities Policy and to ensure that staff receive equal treatment throughout their employment with the company.

Managing Tasks / Projects

● Ensuring tasks and duties are performed within clearly defined time quality standards

Managing Information / Confidentiality and data protection

● Ensure all relevant information is handled appropriately in concordance with Information Governance guidelines.

Core Competencies

Technical Competencies

● Computer literacy skills

● Dispensing accuracy

● Following the pharmacy standard operating procedures

Teamwork

● Teamwork is essential to operation of a community pharmacy.

Communications

● High level of verbal and written communication skills

● Information sharing with other professionals

Personal/professional Development

● Participate in training programmes as part of your personal and professional development

● Take responsibility for own development, learning and performance, demonstrating skills and activities to others undertaking similar work.

Person Specification

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to work both as a team member and independently
• Computer literacy skills
• Proven verbal and written communication skills in English
• Current driving licence and access to a car

Desirable

• Knowledge of PMR systems
• Basic IT literacy i.e. use of e-mail, the internet and word processing
• Ability to plan own workload with priorities and objectives
• Demonstrate an understanding of the data protection act and patient confidentiality, clinical and information governance and Caldicott requirements

Qualifications

Essential

• NVQ level 2 in Pharmacy Services (or working towards it).
• GCSEs English and Maths.

Desirable

• 5 GCSEs Including English and Maths

Experience

Essential

• No previous experience essential

Desirable

• Previous community Pharmacy experience
• Previous Health Care experience
• Previous customer facing experience

Attitudes

Essential

• Courteous, Friendly and act professionally with staff and customers

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

Intrahealth Ltd

Address

Chilton Pharmacy

Chilton

County Durham

DL17 0HQ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) attached for main responsibilities of the role.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Previous experience of working with people.

Qualifications

Essential

• Relevant NVQ Level 3 or equivalent.
• Willing to undertake the necessary training to support lifestyle behaviour change of clients on caseload.

Knowledge

Essential

• Ability to interact effectively with people from a range of backgrounds.
• Basic IT skills including previous experience of having used Microsoft Office package software.
• Ability to be respectful and value people regardless of background
• Able to travel independently to base and around localities of Teesside, Redcar & Cleveland, North Yorkshire, & County Durham.
• Ability to deal with unpredictable and varying work load and work patterns.
• Ability to show compassion towards patients who may report behaviours that carry social stigma or may be judged by the prevailing view of society, and to provide such patients with care equal to that of others in their care.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Langbaurgh House

Bow Street

Guisborough

TS14 7AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you take a look at the job description attached for full details of duties and responsibilities

Band 3 Plus potential salary including unsocial hours payments; from £31,500-£34,000pa depending on rota/pro rata.

This role involves handling emergency and urgent calls, including exposure to potentially traumatic and distressing situations such as serious illness, injury and death.

Candidates should be aware of the emotional demands of the role and carefully consider their personal resilience and wellbeing when applying.

We are committed to supporting the wellbeing of our staff and provide access to appropriate support mechanisms throughout training and employment. We encourage applicants to consider any support they may need and to discuss this with us at any stage of the recruitment process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• 3 GCSE at Grade C or equivalent including English or higher qualification in any area, or previous experience of call answering in an extremely busy or stressful environment

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of undertaking additional training and a willingness to learn
• Ability to demonstrate resilience by remaining calm under pressure, the ability to juggle priorities when dealing with emergency situations and to make sound decisions.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Employer details

Employer name

North East Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Various Locations across the North East

Newburn Riverside

Newcastle, Hebburn, Wynyard

NE15 8NY

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the uploaded job description in attachments for a list of core responsibilies for this post.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

• Experienced and enthusiastic GP.
• Able to demonstrate professional and ethical behaviours at all times when liaising with internal and external colleagues.
• Organised and efficient in record keeping and completion of paperwork.

Desirable

• Knowledge of SystmOne clinical system.

Qualifications

Essential

• Fully qualified GP with GMC registration
• Annual appraisal and revalidation when appropriate
• Performers list registration
• Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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

Horden Group Practice

Address

Sea View Health Centre

Fourth Street

Horden

County Durham

SR8 4LD

United Kingdom

Employer's website

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