Job summary We are currently looking for a self motivated, organised and resourceful Scheduler to work for the Plastics Surgery Department. This is an interesting post, scheduling patients for theatre for our plastic surgery and burns department. Reporting to the Team Leader and working closely with Consultants and Medical Secretaries in order to ensure the delivery of the service within NHS targets. The role will involve working flexibly within the department to provide and receive confidential and sensitive information to patients, relatives, staff or external parties as needed. Main duties of the job Specifically undertaking the scheduling of Plastics theatres for both inpatient and day cases. Ensuring efficient management of available theatre capacity against waiting lists in line RTT /Cancer wait times and NHS targets. About us Rated GOOD overall with outstanding care by the CQC. A specialist NHS hospital providing life-changing reconstructive surgery, burns care and rehabilitation services across the South of England and beyond. A centre of excellence, with an international reputation for pioneering advanced techniques and treatments. Everything we do is informed by our passion for providing the highest quality care and the best clinical outcomes. At QVH we are proud of our achievements and our specialist services continue to record excellent clinical outcomes for patients, We regularly receive excellent results from patient satisfactions surveys and on average 98% of inpatients say they would recommend the hospital to their family or friends. Our success is underpinned by the skills and enthusiasm of our staff and a strong culture of partnership. We are fully committed to training and developing our workforce with support for continuing education and learning. Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 276-7108319-AC Job locations Queen Victoria Hospital Holtye Road East Grinstead RH19 3DZ Job description Job responsibilities Scheduling inpatient and day case admissions ensuring maximum use of available theatre capacity, assessing needs of individual patients and where appropriate rearranging patient combinations to maximise consultant/fellow and co-ordinating joint cases with other specialties within the Trust. Agree outpatient pre-assessment and anaesthetic appointments, coordinate direct to list cases from referrals to ensure most appropriate treatment pathway using own judgement against set criteria. Letters/information leaflets sent and patient centre updated. Liaison with patients or patients carers and consultants as necessary for optimal diagnosis/treatment within RTT18 weeks (referral to treatment). Ensure that surgical outcomes, including attendance, did not attends (DNAs) and their pathway status, is recorded on Patient Centre (PC) in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Ensure that patient cancellations and DNAs are dealt with in accordance with the Trusts Waiting List Policy. Fill cancellations with appropriate cases to maximise theatre capacity, liaising with theatres, Consultants/Fellows and management when necessary. Inputting correct data on PC on the waiting list, pre-admission. Inputting the correct data on Orsos and arranging the theatre list order taking into consideration patients, clinical, medical, case type, availability of equipment/transplant material and medical staffing availability. Send appropriate letters to patients, sending out invitations on nonresponse, also creating freestyle letters when necessary. Liaise with internal and external secretaries to arrange observers/clinical attachments/visiting consultants to observe special cases in theatre. Liaise with external interpreter services for both Pre-Assessment appointments and theatre admissions. Liaise with Histology regarding results for soon cases such as frozen sections, BCCs, SCCs and other biopsies. Manage Plastics waiting lists and ensure that you order new equipment when necessary. Liaise with Pharmacy to order prescription medication i.e. Xiapex, Botox etc. Liaise with Team Leader when necessary to move Consultant/fellows from clinic to cover theatre lists/urgent cases/trauma. Advise all relevant persons in writing of cancellations and alterations to theatre lists as necessary. Greeting patients in a professional and courteous manner and validating patients identification and demographic details. Where new or revised information is obtained, update PC and case notes appropriately. Confirmation of reserved inpatient treatment dates. Ensure RTT18 targets are adhered to in conjunction with Manager, amending appointments when necessary. Weekly monitoring of RTT18 position for proactive management of breaching patients. Have a full understanding of patient pathways and the significance and application of treatment status codes, in accordance with the Trusts Waiting List Policy. Develop and maintain a sound knowledge of medical terminology relating to Plastic Surgery. Attend Plastics training sessions and when necessary outside forums when required for expansion of knowledge. Organise patient transport, assessing eligibility with the patient. Datix reporting of problems. Deal with all telephone calls promptly and courteously with an empathetic and professional approach. Telephone triage system to ensure non-routine, challenging or complaint calls dealt with effectively. Collate and supply the nursing staff, clinical staff, and management with monthly quality figures for monthly Unit meeting. Supplying all the cancellation and reasons and number of cases performed. Manage, supervise and support Band 3 Support Secretaries, volunteer and bank staff, including daily allocation of work, demonstration of duties to new starters and checking and approving work as necessary. Training new staff on the use of Orsos and patient centre. In conjunction with team Leader and Service Co-ordinators, identify, develop and implement new procedures to ensure the unit runs efficiently and targets are met. Deputise for Team Leader where necessary. Additional requirements Liaise with patients, relatives, Service Co-ordinators, Consultants, Technicians, external doctors (GPs, consultants) and outside agencies (care homes, prison service etc.). Ensure security of the building, contents and personnel, particularly when lone working. Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times. Prepare theatre notes ensuring all the relevant correspondence and test results are available and filed appropriately in the patients notes. Train new and temporary staff as appropriate. The post holder will be responsible for continually maintaining their working knowledge of local practices, policies and procedures and highlight ongoing training and development needs to the Manager. The post holder requires excellent communication skills, using the appropriate terminology and language required to meet a broad range of patient needs. As and when required, you will work flexibly to support the Medical Secretary team. Job description Job responsibilities Scheduling inpatient and day case admissions ensuring maximum use of available theatre capacity, assessing needs of individual patients and where appropriate rearranging patient combinations to maximise consultant/fellow and co-ordinating joint cases with other specialties within the Trust. Agree outpatient pre-assessment and anaesthetic appointments, coordinate direct to list cases from referrals to ensure most appropriate treatment pathway using own judgement against set criteria. Letters/information leaflets sent and patient centre updated. Liaison with patients or patients carers and consultants as necessary for optimal diagnosis/treatment within RTT18 weeks (referral to treatment). Ensure that surgical outcomes, including attendance, did not attends (DNAs) and their pathway status, is recorded on Patient Centre (PC) in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Ensure that patient cancellations and DNAs are dealt with in accordance with the Trusts Waiting List Policy. Fill cancellations with appropriate cases to maximise theatre capacity, liaising with theatres, Consultants/Fellows and management when necessary. Inputting correct data on PC on the waiting list, pre-admission. Inputting the correct data on Orsos and arranging the theatre list order taking into consideration patients, clinical, medical, case type, availability of equipment/transplant material and medical staffing availability. Send appropriate letters to patients, sending out invitations on nonresponse, also creating freestyle letters when necessary. Liaise with internal and external secretaries to arrange observers/clinical attachments/visiting consultants to observe special cases in theatre. Liaise with external interpreter services for both Pre-Assessment appointments and theatre admissions. Liaise with Histology regarding results for soon cases such as frozen sections, BCCs, SCCs and other biopsies. Manage Plastics waiting lists and ensure that you order new equipment when necessary. Liaise with Pharmacy to order prescription medication i.e. Xiapex, Botox etc. Liaise with Team Leader when necessary to move Consultant/fellows from clinic to cover theatre lists/urgent cases/trauma. Advise all relevant persons in writing of cancellations and alterations to theatre lists as necessary. Greeting patients in a professional and courteous manner and validating patients identification and demographic details. Where new or revised information is obtained, update PC and case notes appropriately. Confirmation of reserved inpatient treatment dates. Ensure RTT18 targets are adhered to in conjunction with Manager, amending appointments when necessary. Weekly monitoring of RTT18 position for proactive management of breaching patients. Have a full understanding of patient pathways and the significance and application of treatment status codes, in accordance with the Trusts Waiting List Policy. Develop and maintain a sound knowledge of medical terminology relating to Plastic Surgery. Attend Plastics training sessions and when necessary outside forums when required for expansion of knowledge. Organise patient transport, assessing eligibility with the patient. Datix reporting of problems. Deal with all telephone calls promptly and courteously with an empathetic and professional approach. Telephone triage system to ensure non-routine, challenging or complaint calls dealt with effectively. Collate and supply the nursing staff, clinical staff, and management with monthly quality figures for monthly Unit meeting. Supplying all the cancellation and reasons and number of cases performed. Manage, supervise and support Band 3 Support Secretaries, volunteer and bank staff, including daily allocation of work, demonstration of duties to new starters and checking and approving work as necessary. Training new staff on the use of Orsos and patient centre. In conjunction with team Leader and Service Co-ordinators, identify, develop and implement new procedures to ensure the unit runs efficiently and targets are met. Deputise for Team Leader where necessary. Additional requirements Liaise with patients, relatives, Service Co-ordinators, Consultants, Technicians, external doctors (GPs, consultants) and outside agencies (care homes, prison service etc.). Ensure security of the building, contents and personnel, particularly when lone working. Ensure patient confidentiality is maintained at all times. Prepare theatre notes ensuring all the relevant correspondence and test results are available and filed appropriately in the patients notes. Train new and temporary staff as appropriate. The post holder will be responsible for continually maintaining their working knowledge of local practices, policies and procedures and highlight ongoing training and development needs to the Manager. The post holder requires excellent communication skills, using the appropriate terminology and language required to meet a broad range of patient needs. As and when required, you will work flexibly to support the Medical Secretary team. Person Specification Qualifications Essential oGCSE English and Maths or able to demonstrate knowledge within this field through practical experience oEvidence of continued role development Experience Essential oWorking in and with a multi-disciplinary team oExperience of dealing with general public/customer service oAwareness of patient confidentiality and General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) oPrevious administration experience Desirable oWorking within a Hospital Trust oExperience of co-ordinating a patient / customer service Skills Essential oAble to prioritise and manage own work and supervise others oAble to work on own initiative and under pressure oProven time management skills oExcellent written and verbal communication skills Desirable oLooking to pro-actively develop skills and knowledge Knowledge Essential oKnowledge and awareness of medical terminology Desirable oKnowledge of NHS performance/access targets Person Specification Qualifications Essential oGCSE English and Maths or able to demonstrate knowledge within this field through practical experience oEvidence of continued role development Experience Essential oWorking in and with a multi-disciplinary team oExperience of dealing with general public/customer service oAwareness of patient confidentiality and General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) oPrevious administration experience Desirable oWorking within a Hospital Trust oExperience of co-ordinating a patient / customer service Skills Essential oAble to prioritise and manage own work and supervise others oAble to work on own initiative and under pressure oProven time management skills oExcellent written and verbal communication skills Desirable oLooking to pro-actively develop skills and knowledge Knowledge Essential oKnowledge and awareness of medical terminology Desirable oKnowledge of NHS performance/access targets 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 Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Victoria Hospital Holtye Road East Grinstead RH19 3DZ Employer's website https://www.qvh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Queen Victoria Hospital Holtye Road East Grinstead RH19 3DZ Employer's website https://www.qvh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Queen Victoria Hospital, Holtye Road, RH19 3DZ East Grinstead, United Kingdom

Job summary Are you a dynamic and forward-thinking senior nurse leader with a passion for frailty care? As our Nurse Consultant for Frailty, you will provide expert, autonomous clinical care to adults living with complex needs and frailty across Southport Hospital and the surrounding communities of Sefton, Formby, Ormskirk, and Southport. What you'll be doing: Leading and developing frailty focused Virtual Wards and supporting MDTs across acute and community provision. Providing expert clinical assessment, treatment planning, and care co-ordination for adults over 18 with complex and frailty related conditions Acting as a senior decision maker within the clinical team, supporting safe admission avoidance and effective hospital discharge pathways Driving quality improvement, clinical audit, research and service evaluation aligned to national best practice Acting as a visible role model, mentor, and leader within the frailty workforce This is an exciting time to join MWL Trust as we transform how we deliver care for adults living with frailty. You will have the unique opportunity to shape new models of care across traditional boundaries, working collaboratively with system partners to keep patients well, independent, and out of hospital wherever possible. Please note this recruitment process will involve an interview and a clinical assessment task, to be held 27.5.25/28.5.25subject to change. Main duties of the job The Nurse Consultant will independently provide direct and indirect clinical care to patients. This will be for an unselected group of patients over the age of 18, but predominantly with complex conditions and frailty. The nurse consultant will provide care in all areas of the trusts frailty and urgent community response (UCR) services, both in secondary care and in the community. The Nurse Consultant will be responsible in leading autonomous Virtual ward MDTs and be a senior decision maker with the rest of the clinical team. When not proving direct clinical care, the nurse consultant will lead, participate and deliver the education and training to multi-disciplinary staff working alongside the MWL ACP team. This will include collaborating with local higher education institutions to develop and deliver workforce training and to ensure that academic research is linked to local service developments. The nurse consultant will assist in setting the standards for monitoring effectiveness by audit and statistical data collection. The post holder will be responsible for the contribution to, and development of protocols and policies relevant to frailty services to enable high quality patient care. This will include participating in the local agenda to promote frailty recognition and management. The nurse consultant will be accountable for ensuring clinical quality, patient safety, and improving patient experience. About us The Secretary of State has approved the partnership between St Helens & Knowsley and Southport & Ormskirk Hospitals. From 1st July we have come together as a single organisation under the name Mersey & West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. The Trust delivers acute hospital care, intermediate care, community, and primary care services to a population of over 600,000 people with a combined workforce of around 9000 dedicated and skilled staff from 17 locations including Whiston, Southport & Formby, St Helens, Ormskirk and Newton hospitals. The Trust provides regional services for burns, plastic surgery and spinal injuries to more than 4 million people across Mersey and West Lancashire, Cheshire, the Isle of Man and North Wales. Our Vision is to deliver 5 Star Patient Care: CAREthat is evidence based, high quality and compassionate SAFETY that is of the highest standards COMMUNICATION that is open, inclusive and respectful SYSTEMS that are efficient, patient centred and reliable PATHWAYS that are best practice and embedded, but also respect the individual needs of patients Our achievements include: Trust rated Outstanding by CQC Inspection August 2018 Top 100 places to work in the NHS (NHS Employers & Health Service Journal) Awarded National Preceptorship Accreditation (2023) for our Nursing & AHP Preceptorship Programme Please see our Wellbeing & Benefits booklet for more information on our staff benefits. Accessible version available upon request. Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 409-S6926889 Job locations Mersey and West Lancashire Hospitals (All Trust Sites) Town Lane, Kew, Southport PR8 6PN Job description Job responsibilities Maintain Professional Registration Adhere to relevant Code of Practice of Professional body Provide highly specialised clinical expertise in the management of patients with frailty, complex multiple co-morbidities and polypharmacy Ensuring that the 2-hour response time is met for all patients in the geographical area of responsibility, and their needs are met with social and therapeutic care. They will be responsible for assessing and diagnosing patients, planning care, prescribing and adjusting medication, organising and acting investigations and referral to other professionals within and outside the Trust. They will demonstrate a high level of competence in the appropriate use and pharmacology of all agents. They will provide advanced level assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based care for the patient group. They should be able to re-evaluate and implement treatment plans as appropriate. They will advise on diagnosis and prognosis and be able to conduct sensitive conversations around treatment goals, limitations, advanced care planning and end of life care. Actively participate in advancing nursing practice at a strategic level and through expertise in nursing practice develop and implement of evidence-based care and guidelines. They will be expected to communicate complex, sometimes highly sensitive information to patients, GPs, consultants and other health professionals both verbally and in writing. They will have the authority to accept referrals directly into frailty areas e.g. SDEC Ambulatory, Community Frailty and UCR and refer patients on as necessary. They will be able to support staff to implement the pull method from ED. Contribute to professional development of their field at a local, national and international level. Participate in the Trusts Research and development agenda leading nursing research and audit projects at service level with the aim of improving health outcomes and identifying future service developments. They will act as a clinical supervisor and take the lead in developing the UCR services. They will ensure that all practice is of the highest standard and research based. Job description Job responsibilities Maintain Professional Registration Adhere to relevant Code of Practice of Professional body Provide highly specialised clinical expertise in the management of patients with frailty, complex multiple co-morbidities and polypharmacy Ensuring that the 2-hour response time is met for all patients in the geographical area of responsibility, and their needs are met with social and therapeutic care. They will be responsible for assessing and diagnosing patients, planning care, prescribing and adjusting medication, organising and acting investigations and referral to other professionals within and outside the Trust. They will demonstrate a high level of competence in the appropriate use and pharmacology of all agents. They will provide advanced level assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based care for the patient group. They should be able to re-evaluate and implement treatment plans as appropriate. They will advise on diagnosis and prognosis and be able to conduct sensitive conversations around treatment goals, limitations, advanced care planning and end of life care. Actively participate in advancing nursing practice at a strategic level and through expertise in nursing practice develop and implement of evidence-based care and guidelines. They will be expected to communicate complex, sometimes highly sensitive information to patients, GPs, consultants and other health professionals both verbally and in writing. They will have the authority to accept referrals directly into frailty areas e.g. SDEC Ambulatory, Community Frailty and UCR and refer patients on as necessary. They will be able to support staff to implement the pull method from ED. Contribute to professional development of their field at a local, national and international level. Participate in the Trusts Research and development agenda leading nursing research and audit projects at service level with the aim of improving health outcomes and identifying future service developments. They will act as a clinical supervisor and take the lead in developing the UCR services. They will ensure that all practice is of the highest standard and research based. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1st Level Registered Nurse, Degree Level or equivalent qualification Non-Medical Prescribing qualification (NMP V300) Master's degree in Advanced Nurse Practice Knowledge & Experience Essential Significant experience in Non-Medical Prescribing Significant demonstratable experience as a Nurse Specialist in acute and frail patients High level of experience of managing complex patients autonomously Competent in taking bloods, and assisting in medical procedures Proven track record and extensive experience in field of Frailty Nursing Experience of management of urgent and emergency patients Experience in leading a team and leading changes Experience in clinical research and audit Able to effectively conduct and present audit findings Competent and experienced in use of quality-of-life tools for assessing patients Experience of participation in national nursing committees Experience in chairing committees and setting up new groups to facilitate change in workplace Experience in presenting research findings at national and international meetings Proven experience and ability to educate professionals and patients conditions to a high level Awareness of national and local policies that affect service provision Experience of patient involvement within local service Experience of managing a team of Nurses Skills Essential Extensive experience in advanced decision-making skills Must be able to communicate effectively with people at all levels or the organisation and have effective negotiating skills Ability to take the lead in projects in Primary and Secondary Care Other Essential Evidence of leading initiatives in collaboration with local ISB's Ability to travel between all Trust MWL sites (currently Southport, Whiston and Community services) Full driving licence with access to a vehicle which can be used for work purposes or access to assisted driver Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1st Level Registered Nurse, Degree Level or equivalent qualification Non-Medical Prescribing qualification (NMP V300) Master's degree in Advanced Nurse Practice Knowledge & Experience Essential Significant experience in Non-Medical Prescribing Significant demonstratable experience as a Nurse Specialist in acute and frail patients High level of experience of managing complex patients autonomously Competent in taking bloods, and assisting in medical procedures Proven track record and extensive experience in field of Frailty Nursing Experience of management of urgent and emergency patients Experience in leading a team and leading changes Experience in clinical research and audit Able to effectively conduct and present audit findings Competent and experienced in use of quality-of-life tools for assessing patients Experience of participation in national nursing committees Experience in chairing committees and setting up new groups to facilitate change in workplace Experience in presenting research findings at national and international meetings Proven experience and ability to educate professionals and patients conditions to a high level Awareness of national and local policies that affect service provision Experience of patient involvement within local service Experience of managing a team of Nurses Skills Essential Extensive experience in advanced decision-making skills Must be able to communicate effectively with people at all levels or the organisation and have effective negotiating skills Ability to take the lead in projects in Primary and Secondary Care Other Essential Evidence of leading initiatives in collaboration with local ISB's Ability to travel between all Trust MWL sites (currently Southport, Whiston and Community services) Full driving licence with access to a vehicle which can be used for work purposes or access to assisted driver Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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) . 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 Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Mersey and West Lancashire Hospitals (All Trust Sites) Town Lane, Kew, Southport PR8 6PN Employer's website https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Address Mersey and West Lancashire Hospitals (All Trust Sites) Town Lane, Kew, Southport PR8 6PN Employer's website https://www.merseywestlancs.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Mersey and West Lancashire Hospitals (All Trust Sites), Town Lane, Kew, PR8 6PN Southport, United Kingdom

Job summary An exciting opportunity has opened for a Ward Manger to join our team at the Francis Willis Unit. The Francis Willis Unit is a 15 bedded Male Low Secure Unit in Lincoln. It provides assessment, care and treatment for males detained under the mental health act. Referrals are received from Prisons, PICU Acute Wards and the community and from other secure services. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has an interest in working within the forensic field. We are looking for a talented, motivated Ward Manager to join our service. If you are self motivated, organised and dynamic then this is the ideal post for you. You must be someone who demonstrates skills and experience of leading teams and can demonstrate an understanding of person centred holistic, recovery focused interventions along with a clear understanding of risk management. Applications are invited from candidates who would like to make a real difference in the lives of our patients and enjoy working in a multidisciplinary team that is focused on delivering high standards of care through evidence based practice. Main duties of the job Manage and hold 24-hour responsibility for the provision of clinical care on a ward. To co-ordinate and make effective use of staff, supervise staff and ensure training is maintained. To ensure adequate staffing levels and provide clinical leadership for staff. To ensure cost effective use of resources About us Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health services and a number of learning disability, autism and social care services in the county of Lincolnshire. Employing around 2,900 staff, and serving a population of over 768,400, our people lie at the heart of everything we do. You could be part of a Trust rated by staff as one of the best mental health and learning disability trusts in England. We firmly believe the key to high quality care is a contented workforce. This is reflected in our Care Quality Commission rating of 'outstanding' for well-led and 'good' overall. In the most recent National NHS Staff Survey, our staff rated us as the number one trust nationally for staff morale and one of the top scoring NHS Trusts in the Midlands for being compassionate and inclusive. We're really proud of this! We offer options for flexible working and provide a wide range of training and promotion opportunities in all professions. We support and celebrate diversity, have active staff networks groups and are always looking at what more we can do to support our staff. Whether you're taking the first exciting steps in your career, itching for a new challenge or searching for a better place to raise a family, Lincolnshire has arange of rewarding health and social care careers in a county that's friendly, fascinating, affordable and brimming with everything you need to live a happy life . Visit beinlincolnshire.com to find out more . Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 274-11434-AI Job locations Francis Willis Unit Greetwell Road Lincoln LN2 5UA Job description Job responsibilities Practice Accountable for all nursing practice and can demonstrate involvement of user/carer in practice within their immediate practice setting. Continually refine and up date their knowledge, skills and attitudes to a higher practice level with regard to their particular practice setting. Frequently critique the nursing intervention of the team against latest evidence to assess where improvements could be made. Regularly assist in the evaluation of health and social outcomes of clients treated within their team. Contribute and assist in the development of a strategic plan to inform practice within the team. Provide skilled clinical and managerial supervision to the wider multi-disciplinary team. Use specialist knowledge to deal effectively with newly encountered clinical situations. Leadership Accepts overall management responsibility for the delivery of high quality, effective treatment and care within their area of responsibility. Demonstrate the ability to manage and lead a teams development and improvements in their clinical practice. Provide advise and consultation on complex clinical matters faced by the team. Instigate, lead, implement and evaluate local quality improvement programmes. Demonstrate the ability to effectively influence the political dimensions of service development. Practice Development and Research Construct a local service delivery plan in association with other professional groups/stakeholders. Establish a clearly defined support structure for team members to implement agreed local practice development action plans. Actively lead in practice and service development at a local level within the wider context of health and social care improvement. Give a professional nursing perspective on service delivery.. Oversee local practice development projects. Work in partnership with other professional groups to establish the model and philosophy of care appropriate to the care environment. Promote a learning environment where evidence/value-based practice is implemented routinely. Identify areas of nursing practice for further research. Formulate existing research and evidence into proposals for improving the quality of care provided by the team i.e. NICE Establish a system in which local networks and stakeholders actively contribute to ongoing evaluation of service delivery. Education, Training and Personal Development Implement a range of different models of learning. Ensure all nurses within the team undertake clinical supervision Contribute to the ongoing development of the learning environment. Effectively contribute to the training needs analysis of the nursing team reflecting the team ability to deliver operational/service objectives. Facilitate and support others in the extension of their professional roles and their personal development. Monitor and support the roles of all nurses undertaking a mentor role in accordance with the assessment and learning in practice standard (NMC) and provide a suitable learning environment for all learners Job description Job responsibilities Practice Accountable for all nursing practice and can demonstrate involvement of user/carer in practice within their immediate practice setting. Continually refine and up date their knowledge, skills and attitudes to a higher practice level with regard to their particular practice setting. Frequently critique the nursing intervention of the team against latest evidence to assess where improvements could be made. Regularly assist in the evaluation of health and social outcomes of clients treated within their team. Contribute and assist in the development of a strategic plan to inform practice within the team. Provide skilled clinical and managerial supervision to the wider multi-disciplinary team. Use specialist knowledge to deal effectively with newly encountered clinical situations. Leadership Accepts overall management responsibility for the delivery of high quality, effective treatment and care within their area of responsibility. Demonstrate the ability to manage and lead a teams development and improvements in their clinical practice. Provide advise and consultation on complex clinical matters faced by the team. Instigate, lead, implement and evaluate local quality improvement programmes. Demonstrate the ability to effectively influence the political dimensions of service development. Practice Development and Research Construct a local service delivery plan in association with other professional groups/stakeholders. Establish a clearly defined support structure for team members to implement agreed local practice development action plans. Actively lead in practice and service development at a local level within the wider context of health and social care improvement. Give a professional nursing perspective on service delivery.. Oversee local practice development projects. Work in partnership with other professional groups to establish the model and philosophy of care appropriate to the care environment. Promote a learning environment where evidence/value-based practice is implemented routinely. Identify areas of nursing practice for further research. Formulate existing research and evidence into proposals for improving the quality of care provided by the team i.e. NICE Establish a system in which local networks and stakeholders actively contribute to ongoing evaluation of service delivery. Education, Training and Personal Development Implement a range of different models of learning. Ensure all nurses within the team undertake clinical supervision Contribute to the ongoing development of the learning environment. Effectively contribute to the training needs analysis of the nursing team reflecting the team ability to deliver operational/service objectives. Facilitate and support others in the extension of their professional roles and their personal development. Monitor and support the roles of all nurses undertaking a mentor role in accordance with the assessment and learning in practice standard (NMC) and provide a suitable learning environment for all learners Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in mental health and social care or equivalent: 1st Level Registration (NMC,HPC) Evidence of specialised continued professional training (degree level) in clinical practice Desirable Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership Masters Degree Experience Essential Post-Registration experience of working with adults with mental health needs. Experience of managing staff and good leadership skills. Experience in using psychological and acute interventions with up to date knowledge of evidence-based practice. Highly developed clinical reasoning skills. Sound knowledge of the national agenda for mental health. Sound knowledge of clinical / risk assessment and understanding of confidentiality. Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach. Desirable Evidence of involvement with research initiatives Skills Essential Prioritisation and resource allocation, planning and organisation skills Able to communicate complex and at times highly sensitive information to a variety to stakeholders. Good negotiation skills for conflict resolution . IT skills- email, word processing excel, system use. Budget management. Self- motivated with excellent personal management skills Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in mental health and social care or equivalent: 1st Level Registration (NMC,HPC) Evidence of specialised continued professional training (degree level) in clinical practice Desirable Post Graduate Certificate in Leadership Masters Degree Experience Essential Post-Registration experience of working with adults with mental health needs. Experience of managing staff and good leadership skills. Experience in using psychological and acute interventions with up to date knowledge of evidence-based practice. Highly developed clinical reasoning skills. Sound knowledge of the national agenda for mental health. Sound knowledge of clinical / risk assessment and understanding of confidentiality. Sound knowledge of the Mental Health Act and Care Programme Approach. Desirable Evidence of involvement with research initiatives Skills Essential Prioritisation and resource allocation, planning and organisation skills Able to communicate complex and at times highly sensitive information to a variety to stakeholders. Good negotiation skills for conflict resolution . IT skills- email, word processing excel, system use. Budget management. Self- motivated with excellent personal management skills Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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) . 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 Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Francis Willis Unit Greetwell Road Lincoln LN2 5UA Employer's website https://www.lpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Lincolnshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Francis Willis Unit Greetwell Road Lincoln LN2 5UA Employer's website https://www.lpft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Francis Willis Unit, Greetwell Road, LN2 5UA Lincoln, United Kingdom

The Job Deputising for the Branch General Manager, you will be responsible for the smooth running of the day to day business. We pride ourselves on the success of the Selco brand and strive to ensure customers receive the products they need, easily and at a great price. You will maximise profit whilst minimising costs and you will achieve this by using your ability to make efficient business focused decisions and negotiation skills. You will lead, motivate and engage a workforce that is the envy of the Industry. We are committed to the Health and Safety of our Colleagues being our top priority. What's in it for you? Here at Selco, we value our colleagues, and you will be entitled to a whole host of benefits when working with us. We offer a wide range of lifestyle perks, including; Free health cash plan, making it easy for you and your family to get the healthcare you need and claim back the costs. Profit Based bonus scheme, up to £175 per month. Discounts and offers at thousands of retailers, cinemas, restaurants, amusement parks and gyms. Generous staff discount on all products sold in store. Competitive company pension scheme. Cycle to work scheme. Holiday Buying. Free life assurance. Share save scheme. At Selco, the opportunities for professional growth and development are limitless. We actively support and encourage internal advancements through a fully developed and supported career path, with plenty of training opportunities along the way to help you develop the career path you want. About Us Fancy developing your career with the UK's fastest growing builders' merchants? We're on the lookout for enthusiastic and ambitious individuals with a 'can do' attitude to help us serve the nation's tradespeople. We won't pretend it's not hard work and at times a challenging environment however you'll be working with some great people and in return we offer a first-class rewards package. We're growing year-on-year with no signs of slowing down. With new branches opening their doors nationwide, this is your chance to be a part of our exciting journey and build your career with Selco. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a work environment that is diverse, inclusive and welcoming to all. Our aim is for Selco colleagues to be a true representation of all sections of society. We are committed to the Health and Safety of our Colleagues being our top priority.. Location : Chessington, London, KT9 1TT

Job Description Come work with the Allachburn Team in our prominent home in the heart of royal Deeside. We are looking for a caring and empathetic person who is diligent, enthusiastic and hard working. The right candidate will be given full training and support and will become part of the established team. This role will require flexible, evening and weekend working. There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation. Please note, the position advertised does not meet the salary threshold required for sponsorship. Fixed term for a period not exceeding 31/12/2025 Informal enquiries to Allachburn Care Home - 01339267762 For more information about living and working in Aberdeenshire, please click here Please feel free to read our guidance on Requesting Reasonable Adjustments at Interview, Guaranteed Interview and how to request Alternate Formats and Communication Support A Privacy Notice giving you information on the data we hold on you, what we do with that data, who we share your data with and your rights under GDPR is available here. Alternatively we can send a copy if you ask us to by emailing askhr@aberdeenshire.gov.uk. Requirements This post is regulated work with Children and/or Protected Adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory. This post will require you to have obtained SSSC registration within 3 months of employment. This post has a minimum requirement of two references, one of these must be your current or most recent employer.. Location : Aboyne, AB34 5GW

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 Bar Staff at the Durley Inn - Harvester you will bring your experience and passion to pour, mix and serve delicious drinks for our guests. Please note you must be at least 18 years old to be considered for this role as it involves the sale of alcohol. 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. Discounts on gym memberships. Never a dull moment - fun, laughs and lifelong friends! 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 BAR STAFF YOU'LL... Greet, serve and look after our guests so they go home happy. Work with our team to create a friendly atmosphere our guests will love. Mix, pour and serve delicious drinks for our guests. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety.. Location : Durley Chine, , BH2 5JF

• Are you a paramedic or a nurse looking for an opportunity to take your career in a exciting new direction? • Do you have the ability to prioritise your workload effectively and efficiently? • Do you have experience in clinical triage and delivering care in community settings? If you answered yes, we’ve got the perfect role for you! We are looking for proactive clinicians to join our urgent response service, providing urgent care to unwell patients in their own home or care homes within 2 hours of a healthcare professional referral. The multi-disciplinary team consists of multiple professionals from different clinical settings. The team works across Medway supporting our primary care, community services and the ambulance trust in keeping patients safe and well at home. The successful applicant will have experience of clinical triage and delivering care in community settings · To work as part of the multi-disciplinary urgent response service to support unwell patients in domiciliary and care homes. · The service operates from 0700-1900hrs 7 days a week and the post holders are required to work 12 hour shifts. · The post holder will rotate between clinical triage function and face-to-face patient consultations. · To undertake clinical triage for health care professional referrals into the urgent response service. · To undertake face-to-face assessment, diagnosis and treatment for community patients presenting as unwell to prevent hospital admission where appropriate and keep patients safe within their own homes. · To work as a member of a multidisciplinary team providing clinical care for patients within research and evidence-based guidelines. The team comprises of advanced clinical practitioners, paramedics, phlebotomists, therapists, care managers and social care providers. · To support the clinical leads in managing cost-effective and efficient practice and actively seek to prevent hospital admissions where appropriate. So what else? • This is your chance to join a progressive and innovative service in a social enterprise that is patient and staff focused - you’ll even have the opportunity to become an MCH shareholder. • We encourage staff to get involved in exploring new ways of working and service development. • We’ll provide well established, in-service training, one to one supervision, and appraisals with regular support. • You’ll be able to develop your skills in a friendly and supportive team. • Previous applicants need not apply. Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important work life balance is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. The small print • Informal visits can be arranged on request. • We will offer you the choice of two pension schemes; the NHS Pension scheme and the scottish widows group pension scheme. • MCH encourages all staff to be double COVID vaccinated to protect themselves, their colleagues, their family and their patients. At this time, MCH cannot fund or support any further nurses who require the OSCE training. Please do not apply if you require this training. 1. Communication and relationship skills Internal · Head of service · Clinical lead · Clinical nurse managers · Community nurse team leaders · Community nursing staff · Other services/professionals · MedOCC External · Patients and their family/carers · GP’s and practice teams · Social services · Voluntary agencies including care navigators · Housing services · Other primary healthcare organisations · Acute hospital trusts · Community pharmacists · Care home providers and staff · Continuing care · To impart clinical knowledge and experience.Ensure effective communication within theadvanced community practitioners and the wider community nursing team, the patient and other professional main stream services and to act as the patient advocate. · Communicate complex patient information, verbally and in writing to various professionals. · Provide advice,motivation and education to patient’s family and carers in respect of their medical/health condition, where there may be barriers to understanding, being empathetic and providing reassurance. · Liaise with Provider Services staff and primary care staff, including the patient’s GP, Social Services and other mainstream and voluntary groups/services as necessary. · Gain valid informed consent and work within a legal framework with patients who lack the capacity to consent to treatment. 2. Knowledge, training and experience · Hold current registration as a Paramedic with the Health and Care Professions Council or as a nurse with Nursing and Midwifery Council. · Evidence of experience with clinical triage. · Qualification in Minor Illness Management, Enhanced Clinical Assessment or willingness to undertake. · Understanding of community setting for care and functioning of integrated working. · Evidence of undertaking regular training and continuous personal/professional development. · Recent Intravenous therapy and cannulation training, or willingness to undertake. · Preparation of Mentors/ENB 998 or equivalent. · Good communication skills. · Good interpersonal skills. · Awareness of child and adult protection issues. · A sound knowledge of Clinical Governance and risk management. · Intermediate IT (Information Technology) skills (Windows, Internet, Outlook). · Excellent time management skills. · Demonstrable research skills. · Assertiveness and resilience. · Familiar with National Service Frameworks and demonstrates understanding of patient pathways in relation to Minor Illness Management. 3. Analytical and judgement skills · Ability to prioritise and respond appropriately to patient referrals. · Provide assessment of patients presenting with a range of clinical conditions in order to diagnose, recommend and advise on treatment, referring to clinical colleagues as appropriate. · Proactive management and identification of risk in relation to patients and their presenting conditions. · Regularly assess and act on the views of the patients, relatives and colleagues about the care given, ensuring that feedback is dealt with promptly and courteously, upholding the role of patient advocate at all times. · Follow approved pathways and guidelines, while using own judgement to decide when to refer patients to others or to seek further guidance. 4. Planning and organisational skills · Initiate and organise the necessary services to the patient to ensure appropriate care including liaising and referral to other specialist teams. • Facilitate the provision of any required care at home, as appropriate. · Report on patients’ conditions to appropriate senior nurse or medical practitioner (Primary Care Physician, GP) as necessary and ensure prescribed treatments are carried out. • Participate in self-development programmes, clinical supervision, agreeing personal objectives and professional development plans. • Effective time management of work to meet the demands of allocated patients. • Ability to adapt and be flexible in responding to changing needs and demands of the service. • Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate programmes of care. 5. Physical skills · Undertake the physical examination of patients in order to assess, evaluate, plan, and implement programmes of care to ensure effective high quality, evidence based health care and health promotion in accordance with best practice standards. · Undertake a range of clinical skills, including wound care, observation skills and the dexterity to perform and administer intravenous injections, the insertion of cannulae and the taking of blood for blood tests when appropriate. 6. Responsibility for patient / client care • To deliver research-based practice and initiate appropriate changes to ensure that care is safe and effective. • To prescribe treatments as appropriate either though Patient Group Directions or as independent prescriber. • To ensure effective communication with colleagues which facilitate and promote multi-disciplinary working. • To provide clinical expertise and knowledge within the service environment. • To ensure that the patient experience and treatment is provided within a quality service. • To provide effective public health education to service users. • To ensure that own practice is within the guidelines set by professional bodies e.g. HCPC/NMC. • Initiate own autonomous clinical assessment (including telephone triage) using a range of advanced skills and expert knowledge of intermediate care, of patients presenting with complex and undiagnosed conditions, facilitating diagnosis, specialist advice, treatment, referral, review or discharge. • Initiate and review care programmes appropriate to the needs of individual patients in a community setting, including patients within residential and nursing homes. • Recognise and report environmental health problems affecting patients and provide health protection interventions that promote health and safe environments for patients and staff. • Maintain clinical and professional competence by portfolio evidence which shows an up to date knowledge of nursing, therapy, health, social and integrated working care trends and policy • Maintain a professional manner and promote a positive image that reflects the values of the organisation. • Actively participate in regular clinical supervision as supervisor and supervisee. • Participate in the appraisal programme and identify training needs, ensuring that statutory, mandatory and professional training and registration is completed and updated in a timely manner. • Attend and participate in staff meetings. • Actively progress integrated/interprofessional patient care and collaborative working. • Contribute to the achievement of organisation and community nursing service objectives. 7. Responsibility for policy and service development implementation · Actively participate in clinical audit and clinical governance activities including risk assessments. · Participate in data collection, activity reporting and outcome measuring for community nursing. · Actively progress integrated/interprofessional patient care and collaborative working. · Contribute to the achievement of organisation and community nursing service objectives. 8. Responsibilities for financial and physical resources · Responsible for the safe use of expensive equipment. · Promote compliance to the organisations procedures for supply of consumables. · Identify and progress practice development to improve patient care standards and outcomes. 9. Responsibilities for human resources (HR) · Supervise and provide the training, mentoring and education of students and junior/unqualified staff. · Participate in own appraisal and clinical supervision. 10. Responsibilities for information resources · Ensure records are kept up to date and safeguard patient confidentiality by being aware of professional, legal and ethical responsibilities. · Record and submit accurate, timely data and information to inform caseload management and service development. 11. Responsibilities for research and development (R&D) · Actively participate in clinical audit and clinical governance activities to maintain quality of service and support service developments including risk assessments. 12. Freedom to act • To work within organisational policies and procedures. • To operate effectively within the operational policies and guidelines of the service. • Guided by established policies and guidelines, be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own work, ensuring a high standard of clinical care. 13. Physical effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire) 14. Mental effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire) 15. Emotional effort (refer to effort factor questionnaire) 16. Working conditions (refer to effort factor questionnaire) This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Apr 2025. Location : Gillingham, ME8 0NJ

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 a Chef at Harvester - East Kilbride, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you? 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. Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. 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 A CHEF YOU’LL… Prepare everything that is needed before service. Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply. Location : East Kilbride, , G75 8LW

Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and experienced senior nurse to lead a Nursing Team at Bedford Hospital. We are looking for a reliable, motivated and enthusiastic Ward Manager to manage our Reginald Hart Ward, which is a 31 bedded Trauma and Orthopaedic Ward . The individual will be required to provide clinical leadership and direction to the ward team. The successful candidate should be a team player and a good administrator with clinical governance and management experience. We strive to provide the highest standard of evidence based care, by utilising the Orthopaedic, Orthogeriatric and Multidisciplinary team approach in order to facilitate timely surgical interventions, appropriate hospital care and timely and safe discharges back into the community. The applicant will have energy, commitment and the desire to develop nurses in this particular area of healthcare by working with the multi disciplinary team to develop pathways to ensure patients receive high standards of care that is in line with our Trust values. The ward Manager role will also involve managerial activity, facilitated learning for staff and clinical input with support of the Surgical Practice Development Nurse . A proven track record in managing change and leading teams through change would be an advantage. The applicant will be expected to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and provide evidence of continuous professional development. Main duties of the job The post holder carries continuing responsibility for the 24 hour clinical nurse management of Reginald Hart Ward and for the associate utilization of staff, assessment, planning and delivery of care needs and ensuring that the clinical area is a suitable learning environment for nursing students. The post holder is responsible for setting, maintaining and monitoring the standard of care and service provided.Develop nursing professional practice skills and competences in the area of responsibility. Provide professional supervision of nursing and support staff in the area of responsibility. Co-ordinate the reception and discharge of patients in conjunction with medical and bed management staff. Responsible for holding and managing the devolved Ward Budget. Create an appropriate educational climate for staff development. Ensures effective communication systems are in place in order to consult with and update staff. Investigate and respond to relevant complaints and clinical risks in line with Trust procedures and the Clinical Governance agenda. Identify through Training Needs Analysis educational requirements of self and staff and to facilitate achievement of these through internal and external training, ensuring statutory needs of the service are given priority over desirable educational needs. About us Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to a growing population of around 700,000 people living across Bedfordshire and the surrounding areas across two busy hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both hospital sites offer key services such as A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity and Paediatrics. You will be joining a friendly, high performing Trust committed to ensuring the health and wellbeing of staff. As one of the largest NHS Trusts in our region you will have access to a programme of high quality training and development to help you grow your career. The Trust continues to be committed to delivering the best patient care using the best clinical knowledge and technology available. Our valuesWe not only recruit based on qualifications and experience - we recruit individuals who demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trusts core values. We achieve this by using values based recruitment. We are dedicated to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone, we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and creating a culture that values differences.Please note that vacancies may close prior to the advertised closing date when sufficient number of applications have been received. All new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering first 6 months in post. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Please review all documents attached to ensure you familiarize yourself with all requirements of the job. Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 418-NUR7370-SJ Job locations Bedford Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Job description Job responsibilities The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities Develop nursing professional practice skills and competences in the area of responsibility. Provide professional supervision of nursing and support staff in the area of responsibility. Responsible for working towards the maintenance of morale of staff in difficult and stressful situations by providing regular feedback and an environment which encourages open communication. Ensure the maintenance of an environment in which patients nursing needs can be assessed, plans developed, implemented and evaluated in an holistic manner, involving all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients and their carers as appropriate. Ensure the maintenance of accurate nursing records and staff signature log in line with NMC guidance Record Keeping 2000. Job description Job responsibilities The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities Develop nursing professional practice skills and competences in the area of responsibility. Provide professional supervision of nursing and support staff in the area of responsibility. Responsible for working towards the maintenance of morale of staff in difficult and stressful situations by providing regular feedback and an environment which encourages open communication. Ensure the maintenance of an environment in which patients nursing needs can be assessed, plans developed, implemented and evaluated in an holistic manner, involving all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients and their carers as appropriate. Ensure the maintenance of accurate nursing records and staff signature log in line with NMC guidance Record Keeping 2000. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Practice Assessor or Supervisor/SLIP course /ENB 998/MSPP Evidence of ongoing development related to specialty Desirable Degree level of qualification or equivalent through previous experience Leadership programme Experience Essential Relevant experience at Deputy Level in a relevant clinical setting. Knowledge of surgical nursing Experience in mentoring, assessing, coaching Experience of sickness absence management Have undertaken appraisals Up to date knowledge of relevant political & professional issues in health care Desirable Demonstrates knowledge and application of clinical governance Experience of change management Previous ward manager experience Knowkedge Essential Transformational leadership style Being a role model Organisational ability Audit /research Personal Skills Essential Excellent personal and communication skills Ability to facilitate and support learning Desirable Demonstrate ability to think creatively and laterally Other Essential Enthusiastic and self-aware Team focused Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse Practice Assessor or Supervisor/SLIP course /ENB 998/MSPP Evidence of ongoing development related to specialty Desirable Degree level of qualification or equivalent through previous experience Leadership programme Experience Essential Relevant experience at Deputy Level in a relevant clinical setting. Knowledge of surgical nursing Experience in mentoring, assessing, coaching Experience of sickness absence management Have undertaken appraisals Up to date knowledge of relevant political & professional issues in health care Desirable Demonstrates knowledge and application of clinical governance Experience of change management Previous ward manager experience Knowkedge Essential Transformational leadership style Being a role model Organisational ability Audit /research Personal Skills Essential Excellent personal and communication skills Ability to facilitate and support learning Desirable Demonstrate ability to think creatively and laterally Other Essential Enthusiastic and self-aware Team focused Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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) . 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 Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bedford Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bedford Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ Employer's website https://www.bedfordshirehospitals.nhs.uk/working-here/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Bedford Hospital, Kempston Road, MK42 9DJ Bedford, United Kingdom

Job summary We are excited to announce a vacancy available for an enthusiastic and flexible, full-time experienced Health Care Assistant to join our team at Leiston Surgery. We are looking for an individual to work 37.5 hours per week working across 4-5 days. Duty patterns are variable but the practice core hours are from 7.45am-6.30pm Monday to Friday. We pride ourselves in offering a friendly, efficient and professional service to our patients and clinical colleagues, and we are grateful for applications from individuals that meet the requirements of the Job Description. As a Health Care Assistant, as well as a willingness to learn, you will need to have the ability to work to a high standard of accuracy and you must have excellent interpersonal skills. This post offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic individual who wishes to build on their existing experience and develop their career. Main duties of the job Duties and Responsibilities: Check patient identification against GP request and confirm details with the patient Provide Phlebotomy in accordance to training and procedures Provide simple Wound care/Dressings in accordance to training and procedures Take physiological measurements from patients including blood pressure, pulse rate and rhythm, temperature, height and weight (body mass index), visual acuity, urinalysis and ECG Administer B12 injections flu, covid and pneumonia vaccinations under Patient Specific Directions Recording and monitoring cold chain storage and reporting any abnormalities Undertake new patient health checks, peak-flow measurement, suture and clip removal and carry out other tasks for which you have received appropriate training Fit 24 hour BP machines as directed and in accordance with training and procedure Assist GPs undertaking minor surgery Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient interventions Clearing and restocking of consulting/treatment rooms, including timely order of stock items under your control About us Our well established team comprises 4 GP Partners, 3 Salaried GPs, Physician Associates and a stable, high performing nursing team. We pride ourselves in being an innovative team with highly motivated and experienced GPs. There is strong management support and a skilled clinical and administrative supportive team who are enthusiastic and committed to provide excellent patient service. We are a Dispensing practice with a patient list size of 9500. We are the top 2% in the county for patient satisfaction Date posted 08 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £11.96 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number A1757-25-0000 Job locations Main Street Leiston Suffolk IP16 4ES Job description Job responsibilities Summary of Main Duties Working under the indirect supervision of the Clinical Lead, and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the Health Care Assistant must support the practice nursing team in the delivery of care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education. The surgery operates at two locations and this post is required to work at both, and on occasion to move between the two sites during the working day. In addition to this, the practice has a number of patients who are housebound or live in care homes and the HCA may be required to visit these patients in the community to obtain blood samples or to take physiological measurements. Duties and Responsibilities: Check patient identification against GP request and confirm details with the patient Provide Phlebotomy in accordance to training and procedures Provide simple Wound care/Dressings in accordance to training and procedures Take physiological measurements from patients including blood pressure, pulse rate and rhythm, temperature, height and weight (body mass index), visual acuity, urinalysis and EC Administer B12 injections flu and pneumonia vaccinations under Patient Specific Directions Recording and monitoring cold chain storage and reporting any abnormalities Undertake new patient health checks, peak-flow measurement, suture and clip removal and carry out other tasks for which you have received appropriate training Fit 24 hour BP machines as directed and in accordance with training and procedure Assist GPs undertaking minor surgery Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient interventions Clearing and restocking of consulting/treatment rooms, including timely order of stock items under your control Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being by participating in patient health promotion and screening initiatives Give accurate and appropriate information to patients within own competence Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of the clinical team Notify the GP of any significant patient issues Ensure full and accurate recording in the patients computerised record Carry out administrative tasks for example, but not limited to, call and recall activities and stock takes as directed by senior members of the practice team Undertake specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual. Training will be provided to ensure competence in all of the Duties and Responsibilities detailed below. General Information - Confidentiality In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. Health & Safety The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, the practice Health & Safety Manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to): Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role Undertaking periodic infection control training Reporting potential risks identified Equality and Diversity The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional Development The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work Attendance at the quarterly Protected Time Meetings Attendance at all Mandatory and Statutory training requirements as indicated by the Practice Manager Quality The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision whilst embracing the practices ethos of recording of any errors or near misses and learning by mistakes without blame Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Communication The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the Implementation of Services The post-holder will: Apply all Practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate The above Job Descriptions are neither exhaustive nor exclusive and will be reviewed annually in conjunction with the post-holder at the annual appraisal. The post-holder is also required to carry out any duties that may reasonably be requested by The Practice Manager. Job description Job responsibilities Summary of Main Duties Working under the indirect supervision of the Clinical Lead, and strictly in accordance with specific practice guidelines and protocols, the Health Care Assistant must support the practice nursing team in the delivery of care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The healthcare assistant will deliver and assist clinical staff in the provision of treatment, preventative care, health promotion and patient education. The surgery operates at two locations and this post is required to work at both, and on occasion to move between the two sites during the working day. In addition to this, the practice has a number of patients who are housebound or live in care homes and the HCA may be required to visit these patients in the community to obtain blood samples or to take physiological measurements. Duties and Responsibilities: Check patient identification against GP request and confirm details with the patient Provide Phlebotomy in accordance to training and procedures Provide simple Wound care/Dressings in accordance to training and procedures Take physiological measurements from patients including blood pressure, pulse rate and rhythm, temperature, height and weight (body mass index), visual acuity, urinalysis and EC Administer B12 injections flu and pneumonia vaccinations under Patient Specific Directions Recording and monitoring cold chain storage and reporting any abnormalities Undertake new patient health checks, peak-flow measurement, suture and clip removal and carry out other tasks for which you have received appropriate training Fit 24 hour BP machines as directed and in accordance with training and procedure Assist GPs undertaking minor surgery Prepare and maintain environments and equipment before, during and after patient interventions Clearing and restocking of consulting/treatment rooms, including timely order of stock items under your control Assist in raising awareness of health and well-being by participating in patient health promotion and screening initiatives Give accurate and appropriate information to patients within own competence Ensure that anomalies are reported to a senior member of the clinical team Notify the GP of any significant patient issues Ensure full and accurate recording in the patients computerised record Carry out administrative tasks for example, but not limited to, call and recall activities and stock takes as directed by senior members of the practice team Undertake specific clinical activities for named patients that have been delegated and taught specifically in relation to that individual. Training will be provided to ensure competence in all of the Duties and Responsibilities detailed below. General Information - Confidentiality In the course of seeking treatment, patients entrust us with, or allow us to gather, sensitive information in relation to their health and other matters. They do so in confidence and have the right to expect that staff will respect their privacy and act appropriately. In the performance of the duties outlined in this Job Description, the post-holder may have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, Practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the Practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential. Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the Practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the Practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data. Health & Safety The post-holder will implement and lead on a full range of promotion and management their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice Health & Safety Policy, the practice Health & Safety Manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. This will include (but will not be limited to): Using personal security systems within the workplace according to Practice guidelines Identifying the risks involved in work activities and undertaking such activities in a way that manages those risks Making effective use of training to update knowledge and skills Using appropriate infection control procedures, maintaining work areas in a tidy and safe way and free from hazards Actively reporting of health and safety hazards and infection hazards immediately when recognised Keeping own work areas and general/patient areas generally clean, assisting in the maintenance of general standards of cleanliness consistent with the scope of the job holders role Undertaking periodic infection control training Reporting potential risks identified Equality and Diversity The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues, to include: Acting in a way that recognizes the importance of peoples rights, interpreting them in a way that is consistent with Practice procedures and policies, and current legislation Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings priorities and rights. Personal/Professional Development The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the Practice as part of this employment, such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work Attendance at the quarterly Protected Time Meetings Attendance at all Mandatory and Statutory training requirements as indicated by the Practice Manager Quality The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the Practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions, either directly or under supervision whilst embracing the practices ethos of recording of any errors or near misses and learning by mistakes without blame Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Communication The post-holder should recognise the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members Communicate effectively with patients and carers Recognise peoples needs for alternative methods of communication and respond accordingly Contribution to the Implementation of Services The post-holder will: Apply all Practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate The above Job Descriptions are neither exhaustive nor exclusive and will be reviewed annually in conjunction with the post-holder at the annual appraisal. The post-holder is also required to carry out any duties that may reasonably be requested by The Practice Manager. Person Specification Experience Essential Experienced Health Care Assistant - Phlebotomy also required. Person Specification Experience Essential Experienced Health Care Assistant - Phlebotomy also required. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Leiston Surgery Address Main Street Leiston Suffolk IP16 4ES Employer's website https://www.leistonsurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Leiston Surgery Address Main Street Leiston Suffolk IP16 4ES Employer's website https://www.leistonsurgery.com/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Main Street, IP16 4ES Leiston, Suffolk, United Kingdom