The Youth Justice Service is a highly successful statutory partnership which is required to reduce the offending of children and young people; reduce the incidence of harm to potential victims; repair existing harm where possible and safeguard the welfare of the children and young people with whom we work. You must be able to identify and act upon risks and do so swiftly when required. You will be expected to offer a range of approaches to your work, which are responsive to the needs of the individuals. The Youth Justice Service client group can live chaotic lifestyles, and your persistence and determination will be important to your ability to engage and re-engage with those who need you most. You will work in partnership with colleagues inside and outside the YJS. Northamptonshire Youth Justice Service is looking for a Referral Order and Volunteer coordinator to join our service on a permanent basis working as part of the Restorative Justice Team. This post is based within the West Team; however, the successful candidate will be required to work countywide within Northamptonshire. Our benefits We are committed to continuous improvement, building a skilled, knowledgeable, and flexible workforce alongside promoting innovation and creativity whilst keeping children, young people and families at the heart of all we do. We really value our workforce and offer you a great benefits package including: 28 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) and an additional 5 days, after 5 years Local Government Pension Scheme plus immediate life cover (3 times your annual salary from day one) and ill-health pension protection. Opportunity to purchase up to 25 days annual leave Employee Assistance Programme - We have an employee support programme run by Health Assured, an independent, external organisation. Health Assured is available for you and your immediate family members, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and includes telephone counselling, legal advice, bereavement support and medical information. Employee discounts with local and national retailers, days out, finance, health and beauty, travel and eating out plus lots more. Flexible and family working arrangements including enhanced maternity benefits A permanent, supportive and inclusive management team where you will be empowered to make good professional decisions Extensive Learning & Development and career development opportunities Subsidised town centre car parking scheme What will you be doing? The successful candidate will need to be confident in communicating in professional settings, and be able to recruit, retain and train volunteers. You will be experienced in supervision, training and youth justice, and have an understanding of Referral Orders and how they operate. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, we encourage you to submit your application as early as possible. About you You will be self-motivated and highly organised. You will be skilled in developing positive relationships with people and being able to communicate effectively to improve their practice and commitment, assessing performance and suitability and being able to identify and implement actions to resolve any challenges. When applying please ensure your supporting statement covers how you fulfil the essential criteria set out in the person specification as this will be used for shortlisting. You will need to provide a full employment history including any gaps since leaving full time education About us At Northamptonshire Children’s Trust, children, young people and families are at the heart of all we do – in every decision we make and every action we take. Our mission is driven by the unwavering commitment to achieving the best outcomes for them. The Trust is wholly owned and funded but operationally independent from the Councils. Our workforce are our most valuable asset and are pivotal to making the services and support we offer to children, young people and families who need us to be the absolute best we can be. We value our colleagues and empower them to be able to do the best job of their lives every single day, working in a culture of support and kindness where achievements are celebrated and creativity is very much welcomed. At NCT equality, diversity and inclusion are part of us and in everything we do, to enable all colleagues to develop and thrive in our organisation. We are a disability confident employer and have a commitment to care leavers who we guarantee an interview if they meet the essential criteria. Join our dedicated team and be a part of an organisation where your work makes a real difference.. Location : Northampton, NN1 1ED

About the job. Here at National Highways, we currently have a brand new opportunity for a Network Needs Manager to join our Planning and Development team in the East region. Within this role, you will be leading the region's integrated planning process in identifying patterns in regional data and developing insights from stakeholder and customers to build a regional strategy. You will also be responsible for the development and approval process of the region's long-term strategy and 5-10 years forward programme of work. Understand the long-term strategic aims of National Highways and associated policies, lead the identification and assessment of regional drivers and network intelligence (i.e. economic, social, asset needs etc.) from multiple sources to develop strategic oversight and articulate the impact on future network, asset and service development requirements Guide your team in obtaining intelligence for this analysis through customer insights, stakeholder aspirations, current and future third-party development pressures and network performance data in conjunction with identifying and understanding our asset needs, safety commitments and risks. Ensure plans are prioritised to be commercially viable and deliverable in line with agreed regional allocations, supplier capacity, National Highways resource capacity, KPIs/PIs/outputs and efficiency targets. Lead, directly and indirectly, the ongoing engagement with internal and external stakeholders in needs identification and forward planning processes, ensuring proposed activities and investments contribute to improving the customer experience, safety performance and overall network performance in the region. Act as ambassador to ensure the Region's network requirements are considered and reflected in the development of the future Roads Investment Strategy for Strategic Network Studies (which may develop into major scheme interventions), Route Optimisation Packages, and Improving Network Performance & Safety Regional Small Scheme Packages. About you. Extensive experience of creating strategies and developing business and operational plans Strong commercial and financial acumen Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Knowledge of relevant legislative and regulatory frameworks About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Operations is at the heart of keeping the strategic road network moving and ensuring our customers get the best possible experience when using our roads. We address over 39,000 customer enquiries every month, plan and deliver all maintenance activities on the network, drive efficiencies and improvements across our systems and roads, and respond to incidents across 4,500 miles of motorways and major A-roads that we manage. All to make sure National Highways customers have safer, smoother, and more reliable journeys. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Location : Bedford, MK41 7LW

An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Endoscopy Unit at Wythenshawe Hospital. You will be supported by our dedicated Clinical Educator to become competent in assisting with a wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy procedures. If you are enthusiastic, motivated and keen to learn then this is a perfect opportunity to extend your skills and join our friendly team. Join us and you’ll have the opportunity to learn new skills and develop skills you already have. With access to 4 procedure rooms including fluoroscopy (x-ray) room, our procedures are varied and diverse and include diagnostics, therapeutics and surveillance, gastroscopy, flexible sigmoidoscopy , colonoscopy, PEG insertion, ERCP/Spyglass, EUS/FNA, Double Balloon Enteroscopy (DBE), BRAVO delivering high quality care to our patients. So there is a real range of specialisms to develop your skills and experience. To succeed, you’ll need to be committed to delivering high quality, patient focused care with pride and respect, have excellent interpersonal skills and be able to provide evidence of personal and professional development. With recent acute NHS experience as a must, we’ll train you in our endoscopy services and along the way, you’ll be supported by our in-house endoscopy educator with access to some of most sought after bespoke courses to progress your knowledge and experience in this field. MFT is one of the largest NHS Trust In England with a turnover of over £3bn & is on a different scale than most other NHS Trusts. We’re creating an exceptional integrated health & social care system for the 1 million patients who rely on our services every year. Bringing together 10 hospitals & community services from across Manchester, Trafford & beyond, we champion collaborative working & transformation, encouraging our 30,000 workforce to pursue their most ambitious goals. We set standards that other Trusts seek to emulate so you’ll benefit from a scale of opportunity that is nothing short of extraordinary. We’ve also created a digitally enabled organisation to improve clinical quality, patient & staff experience, operational effectiveness & driving research, and innovation through the introduction of Hive; our Electronic Patient Record system which launched in September 2022. We’re proud to be a major academic Research Centre & Education provider, providing you with a robust infrastructure to encourage and facilitate high-quality research programmes. What’s more, we’re excited to be embarking on our Green Plan which sets out how MFT continues to play its part in making healthcare more sustainable. At MFT, we create and foster a culture of inclusion and belonging, provide equal opportunities for career development that are fair, open, and transparent, protecting your health and wellbeing and shaping the future of our organisation together. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. So that you’re even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, you’ll need to take time to read the ‘Candidate Essentials Guide’that sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how ‘we care for you as you care for others’. Most importantly, it also contains critical information you’ll need to be aware of before you submit an application form. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, email our team atresourcing@mft.nhs.uk. We’re looking forward to hearing from you! This advert closes on Monday 21 Jul 2025. Location : Wythenshawe, Manchester, M23 9LT

Start Your Career with Ibstock PLC - Apprentice Joiner/Pattern Maker (Level 2) Location: Ibstock Thornley (Forticrete) Thornley Station Industrial Estate, Shotton Colliery, Durham DH6 2QA Looking to craft a hands-on career in manufacturing and woodwork? Join us at Ibstock PLC as an Apprentice Joiner/Pattern Maker and gain the skills, knowledge, and experience to become an expert in mould and pattern making. Over the course of your apprenticeship, you'll work alongside experienced professionals, develop your craftsmanship, and gain a recognised qualification - all while earning a competitive salary. What We Offer: Starting salary: £20,000 per annum Full-time position: 40 hours per week Apprenticeship: Level 2 - Wood Product Operative Supportive learning environment with training and mentoring On-the-job experience and access to high-quality woodworking tools and machinery Opportunity to work on real-life projects that make a difference What You’ll Be Doing: You’ll learn how to: Read blueprints and technical drawings to determine mould dimensions Plan, lay out, and construct wooden moulds and panels Fit and fasten wooden parts using glue, nails, dowels, and screws Shape, plane, shave, and sand wood surfaces using hand tools Operate woodworking machinery such as band saws, mitre saws, and table saws Finish moulds with lacquer, wax, or paint Maintain and repair existing moulds and patterns Inventory tools and materials, and order supplies as needed Compute dimensions, volume, and weights of moulds Estimate costs for mould production Maintain detailed mould and pattern records Who We’re Looking For: We’re seeking enthusiastic individuals who are: Practical, hands-on, and eager to learn a skilled trade Detail-oriented and capable of working with precision Team players who thrive in a manufacturing environment Passionate about craftsmanship and quality Reporting To: You’ll report directly to the Precast Design and Planning Supervisor Apply Now! Applications close on Monday 4th August 2025. Don't miss your chance to kick-start a rewarding career in joinery and pattern making. Apply early to avoid disappointment! We have the right to close the advert if we have sufficient applicants.. Location : Thornley, England

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As Kitchen Lead at the Orchard - Harvester , you will have passion for driving your Chefs and Kitchen Team to success. With a team to be proud of, you’ll serve food that keeps our guests wanting more. Join us at Harvester, the nation's family favourite. Famous for our fresh rotisserie chicken, sizzling grills and unlimited salad bar, we pride ourselves on offering feel good dining for the nation. Fancy a fresh start? We want to hear from you. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Flexible shifts to fit around you. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family. Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it. Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS KITCHEN LEAD YOU’LL… Have confidence in managing a kitchen team. Train and inspire your team to deliver food to be proud of. Be driven to smash your targets with your team. Manage food ordering, food preparation and stock control. Maintain health and hygiene regulations. Work within a branded menu. Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply. Location : Bedford, , MK41 0UE

Weatherbys has been a family run business since 1770 carrying forward the reputation of being an exciting place to work and grow. We appreciate and value all our employees and strive to ensure everyone is provided with the opportunity to develop and play an active role in achieving the organisation’s aims and vision. Job Purpose The Security Analyst will be based at our head office in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire and will report to the Senior Information Security Officer and together will work alongside the IT Service Delivery Manager, Infrastructure Team, DevOps, and Compliance Teams to ensure the security of our infrastructure and data. There is the opportunity for hybrid working, upon successful completion of the probationary period. Key Responsibilities: · Monitor and analyse security alerts from various tools such as WAF, SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and endpoint protection platforms. · Investigate and respond to security incidents, including containment, eradication, and recovery. · Conduct vulnerability assessments and coordinate remediation efforts. · Perform threat hunting and behavioural analysis using threat intelligence and analytics tools. · Maintain and tune security tools, detection rules, and automation scripts. · Support compliance initiatives (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). · Document incidents, procedures, and technical findings clearly and accurately. · Ensure timely management and resolution of tickets, both internal/partner and third-party suppliers. · Remain up to date with the latest security threats, trends, and technologies. Skill Requirements: · Extended Detection & Response (XDR): Familiarity with Microsoft Security Portfolio of products. · Network Security: Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls, and packet analysis (e.g., Wireshark). · Threat Intelligence: Use of platforms like MISP, Recorded Future, or ThreatConnect. · Vulnerability Management: Experience with tools like Tenable Nessus, Qualys. · Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, or Bash for automating security tasks. · Cloud Security: Knowledge of MS Azure. · Privileged/Identity & Access Management (IAM): Understanding of RBAC, MFA, SSO, and directory services (e.g., Active Directory, Azure AD). · Log Analysis & Forensics: Ability to analyse logs and artifacts from Windows, Linux, and cloud environments. · Security Frameworks: Familiarity with MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, CIS Controls. Preferred Qualifications: · Industry certifications such as CompTIA CySA+, SSCP, CEH, GCIA, or equivalent. · Experience with DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline security. · Microsoft SC-900, AZ-500 Benefits · 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays) · 1 additional day’s holiday for every full year worked up to 28 days · Option for hybrid working after probation (3 days in the office) · Access to employee perks and discount platform · Life assurance · Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) · Employer matched contributory pension scheme · Subsidised corporate gym membership · Annual company race days · Regular eyesight tests · Free parking Closing Date: 25/07/2025 Job Type: Full-time Pay: £35,000.00-£41,000.00 per year Benefits: Canteen Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free parking Gym membership On-site parking Referral programme Work from home Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday Ability to commute/relocate: Wellingborough NN8 4BX: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred) Work authorisation: United Kingdom (preferred) Work Location: In person Application deadline: 26/07/2025. Location : Wellingborough, England

Our Children and Families services place children, young people and their families at the heart of all we do. This exciting new role will provide clear strategic leadership for the Integrated Front Door, aligning service delivery with the council’s vision for children and families. Champion a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement across all partner agencies operating within the model. Main Responsibilities You will: Provide operational oversight and professional leadership to ensure that the Front Door operates efficiently, with timely decision-making, effective triage, and appropriate safeguarding responses. Maintain a relentless focus on impact, ensuring that interventions are proportionate, evidence-informed, and child-centred. Act as Partnership Decision Maker, ensuring decisions comply with legislation, policies, procedures, and national standards. Ensure full compliance with Staffordshire’s child protection procedures and standards. Identify and escalate barriers to compliance or improvement to Staffordshire’s Safeguarding Children’s Partnership (SSCP), maintaining a culture of accountability and excellence in safeguarding practice. Ensure effective performance monitoring, risk identification, and capacity planning across the portfolio of services. Oversee the creation and implementation of service plans, policies, and frameworks in alignment with national legislation and local strategic priorities. Interpret and apply national policy guidance to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery. Actively contribute to the work of the SSCP, serving as the strategic lead representative on key local and regional panels and working groups to strengthen inter-agency collaboration and safeguarding outcomes. The Ideal Candidate You'll have: a social work degree and be Social Work England (SWE) registered diverse post qualification practice experience in Children and Families together with substantial experience of effectively managing social care services for children and families proven leadership along with in-depth knowledge and understanding of both social care operations and working in partnership with a variety of agencies. ability to negotiate with and influence others whilst building and nurturing effective partnerships, working collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders across the local authority and exploiting opportunities for co-production. Interviews ( including a stakeholder panel) will be held on the from week commencing 4th August Don’t feel you meet all the requirements? We value transferable skills, experiences, and qualifications so consider applying anyway or for an informal chat about the role please contact: Bev Davis, Interim Assistant Director for Children's Social Care at: beverley.davis@staffordshire.gov.uk Our Recruitment Process : We anonymise applications during shortlisting to ensure only relevant information is considered. Please complete your application fully, especially the supporting statement, to highlight what you’ll bring to the role. About Staffordshire County Council We are no ordinary county council: Our Values: The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively. Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy: We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people. We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. Our benefits: We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire Our recruitment process: As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post. As you’ll know safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people/vulnerable adults is important to us and that’s why this position is subject to a criminal record check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. If applicable you should disclose details of unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions in your application form.. Location : Staffordshire Place 1 Tipping Street Stafford, ST16 2DH

Job summary Assistant Director of Estates We have an exciting opportunity as an Assistant Director of Estates working at North Bristol NHS Trust, one of the largest NHS Trusts in the United Kingdom. This specifically critical role, within the senior leadership team of the division, must work working closely with the clinical management teams and other senior managers across the Trust to ensure the compliant, effective, and efficient delivery of Hard FM services. This service, to clinical users and patients is supported by safe and environmentally friendly in-house Soft FM services. You will be expected to drive change and improvement by influencing teams and working in partnership across both the Division, the wider Trust, and external partners to support our daily divisional operational response for compliance, governance, and patient focused services. A beneficial familiarity of maintaining a large campus with an engineering and building services background, your expertise will lead our multidisciplinary team in a range of vital works from state-of-the-art new builds to historic buildings. Main duties of the job Effectively manage staff, and contractors in delivering a Compliant, safe working environment in accordance with Healthcare Industry Standards Ensure compliance with national guidelines and statutory regulations applicable to services within the Directorate Responsibility for the operational delivery of assigned Operational Estates and Facilities Services including the development of efficient and effective systems, policies and procedures Manage a complex range of information on the Trust's estate, facilities and capital. The post holder will be required to assess and analyse the conflicting demands of these areas and prioritise according to objective criteria, including external sources of expertise and information You will be a role model for staff and colleagues and exemplify the values and behaviours of the Trust in setting the highest expectations and developing a strong customer focus for every member of the team to aspire to. They will also provide an environment in which individual staff can give their best and which exemplify the values of the organisation. Be responsible for ensuring that all members of the FM team recognise and understand their individual responsibilities in ensuring the safest care is provided to patients and visitors whilst attending the Trusts campus. About us North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered. North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups. Details Date posted 08 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8c Salary £76,965 to £88,682 a year Per annum, pro rata for part time roles. Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 339-FM6989-DAC-A Job locations North Bristol NHS Trust Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Job description Job responsibilities Essential Qualifications & Experience Graduate level education and/or professional qualification Evidence of extensive and recent commitment to continuing leadership development Post-graduate qualification to masters degree/MBA or equivalent experience Extensive leadership and operational management experience in a medium/large acute healthcare provider setting. Experience of managing a budget of circa £40m or larger and delivering significant and challenging annual cost improvement savings plans Strong track record of achievement, and evidence of delivery in projects or work streams Knowledge and understanding the national NHS context and its application to local provision, including current and prospective reforms Job description Job responsibilities Essential Qualifications & Experience Graduate level education and/or professional qualification Evidence of extensive and recent commitment to continuing leadership development Post-graduate qualification to masters degree/MBA or equivalent experience Extensive leadership and operational management experience in a medium/large acute healthcare provider setting. Experience of managing a budget of circa £40m or larger and delivering significant and challenging annual cost improvement savings plans Strong track record of achievement, and evidence of delivery in projects or work streams Knowledge and understanding the national NHS context and its application to local provision, including current and prospective reforms Person Specification Shortlisting Criteria Essential Experience of managing and running a technical estates team An engineering and building services background Experience of a leadership role of similar size and budgets Knowledge of national guidelines and statutory regulations Person Specification Shortlisting Criteria Essential Experience of managing and running a technical estates team An engineering and building services background Experience of a leadership role of similar size and budgets Knowledge of national guidelines and statutory regulations 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) . Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . Employer details Employer name North Bristol NHS Trust Address North Bristol NHS Trust Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name North Bristol NHS Trust Address North Bristol NHS Trust Southmead Hospital Bristol BS10 5NB Employer's website https://www.nbt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : North Bristol NHS Trust, Southmead Hospital, BS10 5NB Bristol, United Kingdom

Job summary Join our mission to transform lives through compassionate, expert mental health and substance misuse support. We're looking for an inspiring clinical leader to shape and drive care across our Mental Health & Learning Disabilities (MH & LD) Service Group, focusing on individuals with complex, enduring mental health conditions and co-existing substance misuse challenges. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact by: Providing specialist assessments and consultations that ensure person-centred, compassionate, and safe care. Leading and supporting a dynamic multidisciplinary team including Nurses, Occupational Therapists, AHPs, Consultant Psychiatrists, Associate Clinical Directors, and Clinical Operational Managers. Working alongside senior managers and clinicians to embed quality improvement initiatives that truly make a difference for our patients. Championing advanced clinical practice in line with NICE guidelines, raising the bar for care delivery across the directorate. Maintaining the highest clinical standards within your own professional discipline and contributing to the Trust's wider clinical priorities and excellence. This role offers the chance to help shape a service that is clinically led, operationally supported, and rooted in innovation, compassion, and patient-centred values. Main duties of the job To communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans of clients under their care and to monitor and evaluate progress during the course of multi-disciplinary care. To provide highly specialist advice, guidance and consultation to other professionals contributing directly to clients' formulation, diagnosis and treatment plan To liaise with appropriate professionals and to contribute to multi-disciplinary case discussions/planning meetings. Develop and maintain safe and effective multi-agency communication, information sharing and pathways, to ensure smooth transition between the agencies and services in line with the Trust's Dual Diagnosis Policy. Ensure that senior staff are kept appropriately informed of high risk or highly complex situations which might affect the integrity of the service. To promote the use of effective interventions for Dual diagnosis across the Trust. To liaise with other disciplines and agencies, as appropriate, to ensure best practice is shared. Act as a role model, demonstrating an expert level of professional competency Work in partnership with patients and carers to enable them to make informed choices about care and treatment and to promote their health and well-being. Demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills, self awareness and empathy in all communications. About us At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust , we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer: Flexible working options to help you balance work and life NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card , unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work. We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce , and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty , and breathtaking coastlines , with vibrant cities like Bristol , Bath , and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London . The region is home to excellent educational facilities , and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy. Details Date posted 08 July 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-GR-2771 Job locations Trustwide The Crescent Taunton Somerset TA1 4DY Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description for full details of the Clinical Lead for Dual Diagnosis role and duties. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached job description for full details of the Clinical Lead for Dual Diagnosis role and duties. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post graduate level of training/experience.Registration with the relevant professional body such as the Health Professions Council or NMCNMP qualification Desirable Relevant specialist CPD qualification (Diploma/ Masters etc.Management training/ qualificationClinical supervision training Experience Essential Significant post qualification experience in the field of Dual Diagnosis.Experience of work across service settings and agencies.Clinical and audit work within specialist area.Teaching/training with range of staff and other professions.Supervision experience with all grades of staff.Care co-ordination or equivalent role. Desirable Experience of Service Development/Project WorkConsultancy work in multi-professional settings.Service development/ project work. Additional Criteria Essential Knowledge of specialist therapeutic interventions with the client group, underpinned by comprehensive theoretical knowledge.Advanced assessment and formulation skillsKnowledge of legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management, including complex child protection issues.Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant professional body.Knowledge of the role & functions of other agencies & departments.Change and project management techniquesEffective communication with colleagues at all levels within the organisation and external organisations.Compassionate - Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, carers and relatives (as appropriate) remaining sensitive and empathetic.Listens to others' views respecting and valuing individual needs.Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities.Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively as part of a team.Ability to record and retrieve information on paper/electronic records as appropriate.High standards of written communication skills with the ability to use email and internet.Evidence of a good standard of Literacy/English language skillsEffective team player with good leadership, communication and negotiation skills.Ability to function with a wide range of professionals and stakeholders in a complex multi-agency contextWell organised with good administration skills.Empathy/engagement skills with the client group, families, carers and colleagues.Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to "hold" the stress of others.Ability to work independently.Self awareness and emotional reliance.Skills in clinical supervision.Consultancy skills to other professions/ agencies.Ability to sit in a restricted position for long periods of time maintaining continuous, intense concentration, in working with challenging people and their families.Compassionate - Open minded, treats colleagues, patients, carers and relatives with dignity and respect.Intuitive and caring nature.Act in a way that support equality and diversity.Working to professional guidelinesAdvanced use of judgement and analytical skills in interpreting overall health service policy and strategy in order to establish goals and standards.Own transport available for work purposes.Full UK driving licence.Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients Desirable Post graduate level knowledge of research design and data analysis Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post graduate level of training/experience.Registration with the relevant professional body such as the Health Professions Council or NMCNMP qualification Desirable Relevant specialist CPD qualification (Diploma/ Masters etc.Management training/ qualificationClinical supervision training Experience Essential Significant post qualification experience in the field of Dual Diagnosis.Experience of work across service settings and agencies.Clinical and audit work within specialist area.Teaching/training with range of staff and other professions.Supervision experience with all grades of staff.Care co-ordination or equivalent role. Desirable Experience of Service Development/Project WorkConsultancy work in multi-professional settings.Service development/ project work. Additional Criteria Essential Knowledge of specialist therapeutic interventions with the client group, underpinned by comprehensive theoretical knowledge.Advanced assessment and formulation skillsKnowledge of legislation and its implications for clinical practice and professional management, including complex child protection issues.Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant professional body.Knowledge of the role & functions of other agencies & departments.Change and project management techniquesEffective communication with colleagues at all levels within the organisation and external organisations.Compassionate - Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with staff, patients, carers and relatives (as appropriate) remaining sensitive and empathetic.Listens to others' views respecting and valuing individual needs.Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and plan timed activities.Ability to recognise and manage challenging situations in a calm and professional manner.Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively as part of a team.Ability to record and retrieve information on paper/electronic records as appropriate.High standards of written communication skills with the ability to use email and internet.Evidence of a good standard of Literacy/English language skillsEffective team player with good leadership, communication and negotiation skills.Ability to function with a wide range of professionals and stakeholders in a complex multi-agency contextWell organised with good administration skills.Empathy/engagement skills with the client group, families, carers and colleagues.Ability to contain and work with organisational stress and ability to "hold" the stress of others.Ability to work independently.Self awareness and emotional reliance.Skills in clinical supervision.Consultancy skills to other professions/ agencies.Ability to sit in a restricted position for long periods of time maintaining continuous, intense concentration, in working with challenging people and their families.Compassionate - Open minded, treats colleagues, patients, carers and relatives with dignity and respect.Intuitive and caring nature.Act in a way that support equality and diversity.Working to professional guidelinesAdvanced use of judgement and analytical skills in interpreting overall health service policy and strategy in order to establish goals and standards.Own transport available for work purposes.Full UK driving licence.Willingness to use technology to improve standards of care and support to our patients Desirable Post graduate level knowledge of research design and data analysis 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). Additional information 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 Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Trustwide The Crescent Taunton Somerset TA1 4DY Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Trustwide The Crescent Taunton Somerset TA1 4DY Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Trustwide, The Crescent, TA1 4DY Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom

The post holder will be eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register in Forensic Psychiatry or General Adult Psychiatry. The primary duties of the post holder will include consultant leadership for the Mental Health In-reach Team at prisons based in Dorset. The post will be divided as follows; 1 FTE covering all 3 sites: • 2 days HMP Guys Marsh only • 2 days HMP Portland only • 1 day HMP The Verne only The post holder will have 2.5 SPA allocated in their job plan for undertaking activities that support the professional role such as teaching, training, clinical management, clinical governance, service development and other relevant activities. There is 1 FTE vacancy across Dorset, and we welcome applications from candidates interested in some or all of the following arrangements: • 1 FTE across all three sites (2 days Guys Marsh, 2 days Portland, 1 day Verne) • 2 days – Guys Marsh only • 2 days – Portland only • 1 day – The Verne only • 3 days – The Verne & Portland We are keen to accommodate flexibility and encourage interest from applicants with varied availability across the region. Clinical work – HMP Guys Marsh, HMP Portland & HMP The Verne • assessing prisoners in the house-blocks and in Healthcare • liaising with services outside the prison to arrange CPAs, aftercare plans or transfers to hospital • attending the inpatient unit to manage psychiatric cases. • any other care which could reasonably be expected of a consultant acting in an in-reach capacity in a prison • quality improvement initiatives, to be agreed with multidisciplinary colleagues and the service managers. At Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, we offer a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people living in South-East London and to people in prison across England. Our wide array of services includes community health care, such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Oxleas is a great place to work. It has been recognised as one of the Top 10 Best Places to Work 2023 by the Sunday Times amongst very big employers. Our staff survey results show that we are in the Top 5 in England and the highest in London for staff experience amongst similar trusts. Oxleas recruitment and retention strategy includes offering all Consultants and SAS doctors regular formal structured mentoring by professionally trained mentors. “We are always delighted to welcome new colleagues to the Oxleas family. We care about making Oxleas a great place to work - it’s a big priority in our strategy. Come and join us - it’s a place where our values, teamwork, equity, and wellbeing matter and where you can really help to improve people’s lives.” Ify Okocha Chief Executive This is a new full time post created in response to clinical demand and service mobilisation. The post holder will be supported by the South West Prisons Consultant team and the Associate Clinical Director for South West Prisons, who will also act as Line Manager. The post includes an interesting and varied range of clinical responsibilities for prisoners with a wide range of clinical conditions, including acute and chronic mental illness, personality disorder and ADHD. Workload at HMP Guys Marsh, HMP Portland & HMP The Verne The in-reach team holds a caseload and within this caseload, a number of patients would be subject to CPA management. New assessments are normally slotted into the ward rounds (Inpatients) and into prearranged out-patient clinics if the new assessments are generated from the referral system. All referrals are triaged by the In-Reach Team. On rare occasions, assessments are requested as an emergency from the wings or segregation unit. This is variable but on average couple of times a week. Whilst there is flexibility in allocation of individual responsibilities, the overarching model is one of integrated working across the mental health multidisciplinary teams. This post-holder will have his or her base at HMP Guys Marsh, HMP Portland and HMP The Verne for the allocated PAs, where the mental health service comprises a full multidisciplinary team, including mental health practitioners, occupational therapists, Support Time and Recovery workers, and a psychology team, supported by administration and a service manager. This advert closes on Monday 28 Jul 2025. Location : Portland, DT5 1DL