Job Description Be all you can be with Hamberley At Hamberley, we believe that our residents deserve something ‘Extra Special, Every Day’. We're seeking a Sous Chef to help us achieve our goals. As our chef, you’ll play a vital role in preparing meals tailored to the dietary needs and preferences of our residents. Ensuring every dish is made with love, supporting the health and happiness of those we care for. Joining us at Lovell Place, our luxury care home that provides residential, dementia, and nursing care for older people, you'll be part of a team that is genuinely passionate about the health and well-being of our residents. We offer our colleagues: Competitive salary and benefits package 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) Quality bonus scheme linked to CQC rating Workplace pension A supportive and collaborative working environment Opportunities for professional development and training Access to high street discounts via our mobile friendly HapiApp benefits platform Free onsite parking available Unlimited Refer a Friend Bonus - up to £750 per referral - t&cs apply* Employee Assistance Programme, occupational health support and wellbeing services What you'll be doing You'll be supporting the head chef in the planning and provision of high-quality meals that meet the nutritional and dietary requirements of our residents. Plan, prepare, and serve balanced meals that meet dietary requirements. Cater to individual preferences and specific medical needs, such as allergies or soft diets. Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the kitchen. Collaborate with the care team to ensure meal times are enjoyable and fulfilling. To deputise for head chef during periods of absence and maintain high quality food offer at all times Could you be part of our team? About You: Proven experience as a chef, ideally in a care or similar environment. Strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices Committed to customer care and first-class service provision A recognised and appropriate qualification in food preparation/cooking, at least to NVQ level 2 Basic certificate in Food hygiene. Knowledge of Health and Safety COSHH regulations Empathy and a desire to make a difference to the lives of our residents Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and on own initiative in a fast-paced environment If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a fulfilling role that makes a genuine impact in the lives of others, this rewarding career is for you. Join us at Bristol's most stunning care home Lovell Place is a luxurious care home in Bristol, part of the award-winning Hamberley Care Homes – offering luxury care homes in beautiful locations throughout the UK. Residents live in spacious, stylish ensuite rooms, and enjoy beautifully furnished shared spaces and landscaped gardens. From the deluxe picture house – where we screen classic films – to the on-site luxury spa – offering hairdressing, manicures and relaxing therapies – everything has been designed and finished with the care and attention you would expect from a 5-star hotel. Hamberley People We respect and value our residents and each other. At Hamberley Care Homes, we believe in the importance of what we do and why we do it. Creative and empowered, our people see every day as an opportunity for growth and development. We make ideas happen. Together we can achieve anything. Be part of it!. Location : Bristol , Avon

Job summary **Please Note: Previous applicants need not apply** Pharmacy Technician - Rotational 37.5 hours per week (Rotational Late Night, Weekend and Bank Holiday Working) Permanent Salary: £26,530 - £29,114 per annum Closing Date: 29th April 2025 Interview Date: 14th May 2025 **This post may close early due to high numbers of applications, so you are advised to apply promptly. ** All correspondence for this vacancy will be sent by email; please check your account regularly including your Junk and SPAM areas. A great and friendly place to work, so bring your passion, commitment and expertise and enjoy the opportunities to make a difference every day. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces Community - get in touch to find out more #JoinTeamEliot Main duties of the job To carry out pharmaceutical technical duties in specified areas of the pharmacy department under the overall direction of the Lead Pharmacy Technicians and the Chief Pharmacist. To provide a safe, efficient and comprehensive high quality pharmaceutical service, under the direction of Lead Pharmacy Technicians to patients and staff of George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust. To undertake training and accreditation in technical skills and knowledge as identified and agreed with Lead Pharmacy Technicians and the Chief Pharmacist. About us Here at George Eliot our vision to ' excel at patient care' takes centre stage. An ever evolving clinically-led acute service provider we are on a journey to continually provide high quality, safe and responsive services delivered by inspiring, friendly and compassionate staff who share our corporate values which underpin everything we do. Our values are not just words on a piece of paper, they bond us together, reflect our ambition and shape who we are: E ffective Open Communication e x cellence and safety in everything we do C hallenge but support E xpect respect and dignity L ocal health that inspires confidence Benefits: On-site nursery, 27 days minimum annual leave plus bank holidays, cycle to work scheme, flexible working, extensive in-house course learning directory, buying and selling of annual leave, subsidised restaurant, tranquillity garden and generous subsidised on-site parking. Date posted 14 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 230-36268938-CSS-AB-A Job locations George Eliot Hospital Trust College Street Nuneaton CV10 7DJ Job description Job responsibilities To carry out dispensing of prescriptions both TTOs and inpatient/ OSD supplies, including extemporaneous prescriptions, unlicensed drugs, controlled drugs, in-patient and outpatient prescriptions in accordance with the agreed safe systems of work practice. To contribute to the final accuracy checking of dispensary work on a rotational basis when required and use the prescription tracker system to monitor workflow. To co-operate in staff rotation within the pharmacy departments of the trust, ward based working and outpatient areas. To assist with medicines management on wards to provide medicines reconciliation and drug histories. To assist with the discharge of patients and provide support to ward pharmacists with TTO preparation using in-house discharge systems. For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached. Job description Job responsibilities To carry out dispensing of prescriptions both TTOs and inpatient/ OSD supplies, including extemporaneous prescriptions, unlicensed drugs, controlled drugs, in-patient and outpatient prescriptions in accordance with the agreed safe systems of work practice. To contribute to the final accuracy checking of dispensary work on a rotational basis when required and use the prescription tracker system to monitor workflow. To co-operate in staff rotation within the pharmacy departments of the trust, ward based working and outpatient areas. To assist with medicines management on wards to provide medicines reconciliation and drug histories. To assist with the discharge of patients and provide support to ward pharmacists with TTO preparation using in-house discharge systems. For a full comprehensive list of main responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to job description and personal specification attached. Person Specification Other Essential Ability to work Saturday/Sunday working on a rota basis. Ability to cope with occasional exposure to unpleasant smells and potential allergens. Skills and Abilities Essential Able to work on own initiative. Recognise own limitations. Able to work as a member of a team. Qualification and Training Essential NVQ 3 or equivalent (e.g. BTech) or knowledge of pharmaceutical technical procedures acquired through training in equivalent pharmaceutical science and recent relevant work experience. Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Evidence of CPD. Desirable Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Qualification. Experience & Knowledge Essential Hospital pharmacy experience (Ward Top-up, Aseptic dispensing, Dispensing for In & Out Patients). Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to prioritise work. Ability to problem solve. Desirable Community pharmacy experience. Personal Qualities Essential Ability to attend regularly Ability to work flexibly Desirable Reliability Trust Values Essential Effective open Communication Excellence and safety in all that we do Challenge but support Expect respect and dignity Local Healthcare that inspires confidence Person Specification Other Essential Ability to work Saturday/Sunday working on a rota basis. Ability to cope with occasional exposure to unpleasant smells and potential allergens. Skills and Abilities Essential Able to work on own initiative. Recognise own limitations. Able to work as a member of a team. Qualification and Training Essential NVQ 3 or equivalent (e.g. BTech) or knowledge of pharmaceutical technical procedures acquired through training in equivalent pharmaceutical science and recent relevant work experience. Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council. Evidence of CPD. Desirable Accuracy Checking Pharmacy Technician Qualification. Experience & Knowledge Essential Hospital pharmacy experience (Ward Top-up, Aseptic dispensing, Dispensing for In & Out Patients). Good communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to prioritise work. Ability to problem solve. Desirable Community pharmacy experience. Personal Qualities Essential Ability to attend regularly Ability to work flexibly Desirable Reliability Trust Values Essential Effective open Communication Excellence and safety in all that we do Challenge but support Expect respect and dignity Local Healthcare that inspires confidence 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 George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust Address George Eliot Hospital Trust College Street Nuneaton CV10 7DJ Employer's website http://www.geh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust Address George Eliot Hospital Trust College Street Nuneaton CV10 7DJ Employer's website http://www.geh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : George Eliot Hospital Trust, College Street, CV10 7DJ Nuneaton, United Kingdom

Job summary Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust are seeking to jointly appoint an experienced and highly skilled procurement and contracting specialist to lead on procurement and contracting for the NOVA Programme (a first of type Unified Electronic Patient Record) across Mid and South Essex. You will have strong commercial acumen, excellent communication skills, and a track record of delivering impactful outcomes in complex organisations The post-holder will be responsible for management of the contract with our UEPR supplier and all related contracts and procurement activities aligned to NOVA, providing specialist advice and driving efficiency, innovation and value across all related procurement and contracting activities. The post holder will play a crucial role in ensuring high standards of compliance, governance and evidencing value for money, collaborating closely with senior leaders, clinical and operational departments, both internally and external to the Trusts. Main duties of the job The Associate Director of Procurement (NOVA) will be part of the senior management team within procurement and contracting functions within EPUT and MSEFT as well as the Nova Programme. The post holder will be responsible for the contract management and procurement associated with the highly complex Unified Electronic Patient Record (UEPR) contract with the supplier and all associated contracts on which the programme is dependent. This includes all current systems and programme related procurement activities and the disaggregation of complex high value contracts on behalf of both Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust and Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. This is a senior delivery role, operating across both EPUT and MSEFT, with a specific focus on our UEPR contract and associated contracts and procurement activities. The post holder will support the future design of the contract management for the solution and embed. This role will operate across EPUT and MSEFT and will work collaboratively in a matrix structure on a project and programme specific basis, leading on a highly complex portfolio of contracting and procurement associated with NOVA. The post holder deputise for the Director of Contracting, Business Development and Procurement (EPUT), and the Director of Procurement and Contracting (MSEFT) on NOVA related activities as required. About us EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including; Season Ticket Loans NHS discounts for staff Excellent Training facilities and opportunities Buying and Selling annual leave scheme The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment Join our Staff bank What is Staff Bank? Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times. All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish. If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8d Salary £88,168 to £101,677 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 2 years Working pattern Full-time Reference number 364-A-8885 Job locations The Lodge, Wickford Lodge Approach Wickford SS11 7XX Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will lead highly complex negotiations and procurement activities, provide specialist advice to the programme on contracting and procurement, ensuring activities are compliant with the law and Trust Standing Financial Instructions and other policies. Negotiations and contractual discussions may be highly contentious or hostile and complex and require skilled communication and effective negotiation. The post holder will need to be skilled in leading and advising on matters which may be contentious and balancing the needs of both Trusts equitably. The post holder will form close working relationships with Executive and Non- Executive Directors, Committee Members, and a wide range of senior leaders both internal and external to both Trusts, including MSE ICB, NHS England & Improvement, NHS Supply Chain, Crown Commercial Services, NHS Commercial Solutions (and other NHS and non-NHS Procurement Hubs) and Suppliers . Developing and presenting detailed reports summarising status on issues, appraising outcomes, and providing progress reports and delivering presentations to senior staff or groups of staff as directed from time to time, tailoring the content to meet the needs of the audience and responding to complex questions. The post holder will be responsible for the long term planning of the procurement and contracting portfolio aligned to the Unified Electronic Patient Record, including all dependencies and ensuring a high level of governance. The post holder will maintain information to provide assurance regarding the contracting and procurement activities undertaken and to evidence compliance and value for money. Supporting senior managers across disciplines to define, scope, plan, manage and deliver complex procurement processes, ensuring benefits are identified and risk assessments undertaken. The post holder will be part of the senior management team of both Trusts and be the technical, strategic and commercial procurement lead for Programme related activities, including the delivery of complex projects. The role will also involve active engagement with leads of both Trusts procurement teams to ensure there is no duplication and to agree any resources that may be required to support procurement activities. Where individuals within the MSEFT and EPUT procurement teams provide support to UEPR activities they will work under the post holders direction and the post holder will be accountable and provide oversight and assurance. Financial Activities Liaising with finance colleagues from both Trusts to ensure appropriate costings and ensure compliance with standing financial instructions. Responsible for ensuring adherence to budget, ensuring appropriate documentation is available for scrutiny. Constantly striving for value for money and greater efficiency. Responsible for providing guidance, management and assurance on the procurement of identified products, equipment, services and facilities for the NOVA Programme. Responsible for making recommendations, providing advice and able to prepare strategic reports/briefings as required. Provide advice to the Programme to support budget setting Ensuring value for money in procurement processes is evidenced. The post holder will both directly deliver and also work closely in a matrix role with both Trusts Commercial Procurement and Contracting Teams with line management responsibility where staff from both EPUT and MSEFT are working on the NOVA Programme. The postholder will be required to follow procurement and contracting processes in place within both Trusts as required and meet internal governance requirements. This will entail providing senior stakeholders with specialist advice, support and guidance. Policy & Service Development Maintain up to date knowledge on procurement law and regulations and both Trusts policies. Make changes to policies as required should the law change for ratification. Actively champion NHS Social Value, Sustainability and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Agendas. Research and Development The post holder will be required to undertake audits as required to provide information for benchmarking, qualitative analysis and financial analysis etc. May be required to undertake specific research projects / development during the course of the NOVA Programme. Job description Job responsibilities The post holder will lead highly complex negotiations and procurement activities, provide specialist advice to the programme on contracting and procurement, ensuring activities are compliant with the law and Trust Standing Financial Instructions and other policies. Negotiations and contractual discussions may be highly contentious or hostile and complex and require skilled communication and effective negotiation. The post holder will need to be skilled in leading and advising on matters which may be contentious and balancing the needs of both Trusts equitably. The post holder will form close working relationships with Executive and Non- Executive Directors, Committee Members, and a wide range of senior leaders both internal and external to both Trusts, including MSE ICB, NHS England & Improvement, NHS Supply Chain, Crown Commercial Services, NHS Commercial Solutions (and other NHS and non-NHS Procurement Hubs) and Suppliers . Developing and presenting detailed reports summarising status on issues, appraising outcomes, and providing progress reports and delivering presentations to senior staff or groups of staff as directed from time to time, tailoring the content to meet the needs of the audience and responding to complex questions. The post holder will be responsible for the long term planning of the procurement and contracting portfolio aligned to the Unified Electronic Patient Record, including all dependencies and ensuring a high level of governance. The post holder will maintain information to provide assurance regarding the contracting and procurement activities undertaken and to evidence compliance and value for money. Supporting senior managers across disciplines to define, scope, plan, manage and deliver complex procurement processes, ensuring benefits are identified and risk assessments undertaken. The post holder will be part of the senior management team of both Trusts and be the technical, strategic and commercial procurement lead for Programme related activities, including the delivery of complex projects. The role will also involve active engagement with leads of both Trusts procurement teams to ensure there is no duplication and to agree any resources that may be required to support procurement activities. Where individuals within the MSEFT and EPUT procurement teams provide support to UEPR activities they will work under the post holders direction and the post holder will be accountable and provide oversight and assurance. Financial Activities Liaising with finance colleagues from both Trusts to ensure appropriate costings and ensure compliance with standing financial instructions. Responsible for ensuring adherence to budget, ensuring appropriate documentation is available for scrutiny. Constantly striving for value for money and greater efficiency. Responsible for providing guidance, management and assurance on the procurement of identified products, equipment, services and facilities for the NOVA Programme. Responsible for making recommendations, providing advice and able to prepare strategic reports/briefings as required. Provide advice to the Programme to support budget setting Ensuring value for money in procurement processes is evidenced. The post holder will both directly deliver and also work closely in a matrix role with both Trusts Commercial Procurement and Contracting Teams with line management responsibility where staff from both EPUT and MSEFT are working on the NOVA Programme. The postholder will be required to follow procurement and contracting processes in place within both Trusts as required and meet internal governance requirements. This will entail providing senior stakeholders with specialist advice, support and guidance. Policy & Service Development Maintain up to date knowledge on procurement law and regulations and both Trusts policies. Make changes to policies as required should the law change for ratification. Actively champion NHS Social Value, Sustainability and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Agendas. Research and Development The post holder will be required to undertake audits as required to provide information for benchmarking, qualitative analysis and financial analysis etc. May be required to undertake specific research projects / development during the course of the NOVA Programme. Person Specification Education / qualifications Essential Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or similar appropriate professional institute or relevant experience. Masters Degree or equivalent qualification or significant and appropriate in-depth senior level experience. Educated to Degree level Evidence of Continued Professional Development to include oSupply Chain Management oProject Management oProcurement Systems Training oProvider Selection Regime oPublic Contracts Regulations 2015 Risk assessment / analysis training Knowledge Essential High professional standards combined with track record of commercial and business acumen Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Significant and advanced Procurement proven knowledge comprising: oAdvanced negotiation skills oProven knowledge of Strategic sourcing methodologies oProven knowledge of supply chain theory oContract Law and dispute resolution oStatistical and data analysis skills Proven knowledge of market areas related to specific work categories NHS conditions of contract and bespoke contract solutions Influencing and inter-personal skills Proven knowledge and understanding of the political environment and stakeholders Business acumen, with proven experience in the ability to influence and manage commercial opportunities Constructs and communicates complex messages to stakeholders with impact Engages and operates effectively at a senior level Analytical and Judgement Skills Develops effective customer centric engagement methods to meet the needs of stakeholder organisations Planning and Organisational Skills Evidence of delivering complex and compliant procurement processes to time Evidence of effective team working in complex environments Leadership skills with the ability to enthuse, motivate and involve individuals and teams, and have them understand the Trust's and your performance expectations Excellent inter-personal, communications and influencing skills, both oral and written Ability to manage and deliver to deadlines and within resources Ability to work within a diverse team of skilled professionals Accomplished at using the full range of available software packages, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Ability to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create the conditions for successful partnership working Operates in accordance with the values of both Trusts Skills / Experience Essential Extensive demonstrable experience in contract management and procurement with evidence of procurement related to complex digital services within the NHS Demonstrable experience of effectively managing procurement teams at all levels, including senior management Proven track record of effective governance and performance management Full understanding of the healthcare environment, including highly complex procurement within the NHS and other sectors Project management - the ability to manage large complex collaborative projects Substantial proven knowledge of contract management Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict Time management - the ability to manage and prioritise project activities and the workload of the business unit Cross-discipline and multi-regional teamwork Demonstrable experience of working across multiple sites or organisations Extensive analytical and problem solving skills Significant procurement or commercial experience in the Public and / or Private sector with expert understanding of the technical requirements of public sector procurement, in terms of the practical application of the EU Principles, UK Law (Public Contracts Regulations 2015) and best practice guidance to a range of project-based procurement activities. Demonstrable evidence of working with procurement systems and e-tendering Desirable NHS experience at senior management level Additional qualities Essential Ability to Travel across Trust sites as required Full UK Driving Licence Person Specification Education / qualifications Essential Member of Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (MCIPS) or similar appropriate professional institute or relevant experience. Masters Degree or equivalent qualification or significant and appropriate in-depth senior level experience. Educated to Degree level Evidence of Continued Professional Development to include oSupply Chain Management oProject Management oProcurement Systems Training oProvider Selection Regime oPublic Contracts Regulations 2015 Risk assessment / analysis training Knowledge Essential High professional standards combined with track record of commercial and business acumen Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Significant and advanced Procurement proven knowledge comprising: oAdvanced negotiation skills oProven knowledge of Strategic sourcing methodologies oProven knowledge of supply chain theory oContract Law and dispute resolution oStatistical and data analysis skills Proven knowledge of market areas related to specific work categories NHS conditions of contract and bespoke contract solutions Influencing and inter-personal skills Proven knowledge and understanding of the political environment and stakeholders Business acumen, with proven experience in the ability to influence and manage commercial opportunities Constructs and communicates complex messages to stakeholders with impact Engages and operates effectively at a senior level Analytical and Judgement Skills Develops effective customer centric engagement methods to meet the needs of stakeholder organisations Planning and Organisational Skills Evidence of delivering complex and compliant procurement processes to time Evidence of effective team working in complex environments Leadership skills with the ability to enthuse, motivate and involve individuals and teams, and have them understand the Trust's and your performance expectations Excellent inter-personal, communications and influencing skills, both oral and written Ability to manage and deliver to deadlines and within resources Ability to work within a diverse team of skilled professionals Accomplished at using the full range of available software packages, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint Ability to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create the conditions for successful partnership working Operates in accordance with the values of both Trusts Skills / Experience Essential Extensive demonstrable experience in contract management and procurement with evidence of procurement related to complex digital services within the NHS Demonstrable experience of effectively managing procurement teams at all levels, including senior management Proven track record of effective governance and performance management Full understanding of the healthcare environment, including highly complex procurement within the NHS and other sectors Project management - the ability to manage large complex collaborative projects Substantial proven knowledge of contract management Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict Time management - the ability to manage and prioritise project activities and the workload of the business unit Cross-discipline and multi-regional teamwork Demonstrable experience of working across multiple sites or organisations Extensive analytical and problem solving skills Significant procurement or commercial experience in the Public and / or Private sector with expert understanding of the technical requirements of public sector procurement, in terms of the practical application of the EU Principles, UK Law (Public Contracts Regulations 2015) and best practice guidance to a range of project-based procurement activities. Demonstrable evidence of working with procurement systems and e-tendering Desirable NHS experience at senior management level Additional qualities Essential Ability to Travel across Trust sites as required Full UK Driving Licence 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 Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Address The Lodge, Wickford Lodge Approach Wickford SS11 7XX Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Address The Lodge, Wickford Lodge Approach Wickford SS11 7XX Employer's website https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : The Lodge, Wickford, Lodge Approach, SS11 7XX Wickford, United Kingdom

About the job. National Highways have an excellent opportunity for a Planner to join our team in the South East region. As a Planner within the Performance Assurance and Business Services team, you will develop, manage and maintain the master schedule delivery programme for the region for in-year and future year programmes. This position can be based from our Basingstoke, Guildford or Maidstone offices. Compile and maintain the master view of yearly scheme schedules and delivery plans for the region, supporting the 'one programme' vision. Proactively challenge project plans and identify opportunities to optimise the combining of works as part of regional collaboration initiatives or efficiency opportunities. Maintain and update the scheme progress on a regular basis with consistent use of project controls. Provide programme status and variance reports including those to fully support internal month end and year end reporting Lead on provision of key programme information including forecast/actual dates and outputs. About you. Proven ability to use software/tools to support planning and programme management (e.g. Excel, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project); a qualification is desirable but not essential. Good understanding of project management disciplines. Experience in developing, maintaining and scheduling complex programmes. Good stakeholder management skills with experience of liaising with multiple project teams. Ability to use data and information to inform decision making. About us. Here at National Highways, we manage and improve England's motorways and major A roads, helping our customers have safer, smoother and more reliable journeys. Our priorities are safety, customers and delivery, and at the core of this, are our values of passion, integrity, safety, teamwork and ownership. Operations is at the heart of keeping the strategic road network moving and ensuring our customers get the best possible experience when using our roads. We address over 39,000 customer enquiries every month, plan and deliver all maintenance activities on the network, drive efficiencies and improvements across our systems and roads, and respond to incidents across 4,500 miles of motorways and major A-roads that we manage. All to make sure National Highways customers have safer, smoother, and more reliable journeys. External candidates will be offered a starting salary at the lower end of the pay scale, while current employees will be appointed in accordance with our established pay policy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.. Location : Guildford, GU1 4LZ

Inspired PLC Inspired PLC is a UK market leading technology enabled provider of energy and sustainability advisory services. Since 2000, it has grown in scale and capability and is servicing over 3,400 UK and Irish clients across all sectors. To enable businesses to respond to the climate emergency, we focus on solving their toughest challenges. By managing data comprehensively, sourcing energy sustainably and reducing carbon efficiently, we allow our clients to control costs effectively, make authentic ESG disclosures, improve their business performance, whilst powering their journey to net zero. This role is ideally suited to a career minded, ambitious individual who is looking for that unique opportunity to prove what they can do and then be rewarded for it. We are looking for a Meter Operations Coordinator to join our successful Site Services team. This is Home Based role with travel required to our Kirkham (Lancashire) head office. Role and Responsibilities The Meter Operations team are responsible for securing and overseeing the management of metering and data contracts for electricity and gas customers within the client base, including metering rollout programs. Reporting to the Head Of Meter Operations, the successful candidate will be confident in dealing with account managers and suppliers, have experience in using CRMs and have strong IT skills. The successful candidate's responsibilities will include but not be limited to: Manage and grow a project portfolio and deliver expert advice on utility metering and siteworks services Define and document energy metering and data collection strategies based on the project requirements Maintaining, monitoring, and updating programme and project plans, including schedules and industry flows Attend and arrange progress update meetings, set agendas, take minutes, and create, update, and maintain action, risk, and issues logs Liaise and communicate effectively with all project stakeholders, including suppliers, agents and client(s) Coordinate with internal teams to ensure the CRM is being maintained with the updated meter technical details Participate in regular training / learning activities to main, develop and strengthen knowledge Contribution to development of new product and service offerings, Read and comply with the company Health & Safety Policy; taking reasonable care for the Health & Safety of themselves and others; co-operate with managers and other employees in fulfilling our objectives and statutory duties. Experience and Qualifications Essential: Strong communication both written and verbal and collaboration skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Experience working with CRM systems A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel essential) Energy sector experience Desirable: Experience in a metering or similar role Experience in management of registration and ‘Data flow’ processes within UK commercial electricity market Experience in utility network infrastructure and metering What we offer Training and development opportunities Company pension Flexible work hours Sharesave scheme Life insurance 4pm finish on Friday Access to a wide range of voluntary benefits through our Inspired Benefits Portal If you are interested in the role and would like to be considered, please apply now and a member of our In House Recruitment Team will be in touch. Good Luck!. Location : Kirkham Office, SW1A 1AA

Job summary Appointments Officer - Radiology Bookings Team We are excited to offer an opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Appointments Officer to join our busy and friendly Radiology Bookings Team . This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys patient interaction, and is committed to providing excellent service. As a key member of our administrative support team, you will be responsible for booking patient appointments , handling telephone and email enquiries , and delivering a high standard of customer service. You will also provide flexible support across the department, including reception cover when required. This is a vital role in helping ensure our radiology services run smoothly and efficiently, supporting both patients and clinical staff. Main duties of the job Your job role will be varied and interesting, you will be liaising with patients and working closely with Healthcare Professionals. You will possess good communication and IT skills and have previous experience of working in an office environment preferably with some NHS administration knowledge. A good telephone manner is essential and you must be a good team player showing care and consideration to all our patients and staff. Administration and customer care skills must be of the highest standard. Working in a small group and being a good team player are key requirements of this role as is the ability to handle large volumes of workload under pressure.You will work 37.5 hours a weekYou will report to the Radiology Support Services Lead About us Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust provides NHS hospital services for around 900,000 people across Berkshire, Hampshire, Surrey and south Buckinghamshire. We brought together Heatherwood and Wexham Park Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Frimley Park Hospital NHS Foundation Trust to create Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust on 1 October 2014. As well as delivering excellent general hospital services to local people, we provide specialist heart attack, vascular, stroke, spinal, cystic fibrosis and plastic surgery services across a much wider area. We have three main hospitals - Frimley Park in Frimley near Camberley, Heatherwood in Ascot and Wexham Park near Slough. Our threecore values, and the behaviours that support them, guide everything we do and set out what we expect of our staff in the way they treat patients, visitors, service users and each other,Committed to Excellence, Working Together and Facing the Future. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 3 Salary £25,329 to £26,958 a year per annum INCL HCAS Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 151-JLM465 Job locations Frimley Park Hospital Portsmouth Road Camberly GU167UJ Job description Job responsibilities Making appointments for patients for general and specialized x-ray examinations, general and Gynae Ultrasound examinations, MRI, CT and Interventional examinations in the Radiology Department. Checking patients on EPIC and updating/amending details as necessary. Working on ICE checking bloods. Liaising with the nursing staff and Consultant Radiologists when necessary. Explaining appropriate instructions regarding preparation before ultrasound or special examinations. Making appointments by letter or by telephone. Communicate with other health care workers eg. Doctors, medical records personnel and others on a daily basis. Receive patients at Radiology Reception if required and book them in. Accurately record patient information on IPM and the Radiology Information System (EPIC). Provide a caring service to the patients at all times by being friendly and approachable. Receive and deal with telephone enquiries and liaise with any other staff/departments as required. Ensure patient confidentiality is observed and maintained in respect of all patient information. Participate in any weekend and out of hours duties. Carry out duties at other sites within the Trust as required on an occasional basis. Carry out any other duties relevant to the post as requested by the Radiology Bookings Manager or Radiology Service Manager. Ability to cover reception desk as and when needed on short notice to assist with cover on an Ad hoc basis To assist the secretary team with day to day tasks on an Ad hoc basis Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further information Job description Job responsibilities Making appointments for patients for general and specialized x-ray examinations, general and Gynae Ultrasound examinations, MRI, CT and Interventional examinations in the Radiology Department. Checking patients on EPIC and updating/amending details as necessary. Working on ICE checking bloods. Liaising with the nursing staff and Consultant Radiologists when necessary. Explaining appropriate instructions regarding preparation before ultrasound or special examinations. Making appointments by letter or by telephone. Communicate with other health care workers eg. Doctors, medical records personnel and others on a daily basis. Receive patients at Radiology Reception if required and book them in. Accurately record patient information on IPM and the Radiology Information System (EPIC). Provide a caring service to the patients at all times by being friendly and approachable. Receive and deal with telephone enquiries and liaise with any other staff/departments as required. Ensure patient confidentiality is observed and maintained in respect of all patient information. Participate in any weekend and out of hours duties. Carry out duties at other sites within the Trust as required on an occasional basis. Carry out any other duties relevant to the post as requested by the Radiology Bookings Manager or Radiology Service Manager. Ability to cover reception desk as and when needed on short notice to assist with cover on an Ad hoc basis To assist the secretary team with day to day tasks on an Ad hoc basis Please see Job Description and Person Specification for further information Person Specification Qualifications Essential 3 GCSEs grade C or above Skills Essential Computer skills Communicate effectively Attention to detail Work under pressure Experience Essential Used to a busy environment Clerical/office experience Computer experience Desirable NHS experience Experience of appointment systems Used Office Outlook Person Specification Qualifications Essential 3 GCSEs grade C or above Skills Essential Computer skills Communicate effectively Attention to detail Work under pressure Experience Essential Used to a busy environment Clerical/office experience Computer experience Desirable NHS experience Experience of appointment systems Used Office Outlook 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 Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Frimley Park Hospital Portsmouth Road Camberly GU167UJ Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust Address Frimley Park Hospital Portsmouth Road Camberly GU167UJ Employer's website https://www.fhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Frimley Park Hospital, Portsmouth Road, GU167UJ Camberly, United Kingdom

Job summary A whole time equivalent position for a Trust Registrar has become available to join the General Surgery Emergency Team at Northwick Park Hospital. Main duties of the job This post is a fixed term post of 12 months in General Surgery which includes Emergency and Elective Colorectal and Upper GI surgery. The post holder will be required to provide clinical support to the surgical teams, outpatient clinics and partake in the 1 in 12 on call middle grade Rota.The General Surgery Team has a dedicated Consultant-led General and Emergency Service which includes a Surgical Assessment Unit and Ambulatory Hot Clinic supporting the A&E flow. Candidate will get vast exposure to complex and innovative emergency surgical management of the patients and will also get surgical exposure to the elective surgical theatres. The implementation of the new junior doctor contract has provided an opportunity to create an exciting new Rota which both provides excellent training opportunities and robust service provision. As well as exposure to a full range of emergency general surgery experience, the post also involves experience with a full range of Upper and Lower GI specialist surgery. Candidates must have GMC registration and surgical experience at ST2 level as a minimum. About us London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust (LNWH) cares for the people of Brent, Ealing, Harrow and beyond. Our team of more than 8,200 clinical and support staff serve a diverse population of almost one million people. We run major acute services at: Northwick Park Hospital: home to one of the busiest emergency departments (A&E) in the country. The hospital provides a full range of services including the country's top-rated hyper-acute stroke unit and one of only three hyper-acute rehabilitation units in the UK St Mark's Hospital: an internationally renowned specialist centre for bowel disease Ealing Hospital: a busy district general hospital providing a range of clinical services, as well as 24/7 emergency department and urgent care centre, and specialist care at Meadow House Hospice Central Middlesex Hospital: our planned care site, hosting a range of surgical and outpatient services and collocated with an urgent care centre. We are a university teaching NHS trust, in recognition of the important role we play in training clinicians of the future and bringing the benefits of research to the public. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Hospital medical and dental staff Grade Specialty registrar Salary £41,750 to £64,288 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 337-MS-1757-SM Job locations Northwick Park Hospital Watford Road Harrow HA1 3UJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the Job Description for a detailed look at the main responsibilities of this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached the Job Description for a detailed look at the main responsibilities of this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent Basic life support Desirable Advanced life support MRCP or eqivalent Knowledge and experience Essential General medical experience in the UK in a definitive post Ability to take day to day responsibility for clinical care of patients under consultant supervision Desirable Clinical experience in general surgery Clinical experience in emergency surgery Management Essential Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management Desirable Management training or qualification Research Essential Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research Desirable Evidence of participation in research Teaching Essential Experience of teaching nurses and medical students Desirable Teaching qualification ( Person Specification Qualifications Essential MBBS or equivalent Basic life support Desirable Advanced life support MRCP or eqivalent Knowledge and experience Essential General medical experience in the UK in a definitive post Ability to take day to day responsibility for clinical care of patients under consultant supervision Desirable Clinical experience in general surgery Clinical experience in emergency surgery Management Essential Evidence of understanding of the role of clinical management Desirable Management training or qualification Research Essential Understanding of the principles and applications of clinical research Desirable Evidence of participation in research Teaching Essential Experience of teaching nurses and medical students Desirable Teaching qualification ( Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. 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 London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust Address Northwick Park Hospital Watford Road Harrow HA1 3UJ Employer's website https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name London North West University Healthcare NHS Trust Address Northwick Park Hospital Watford Road Harrow HA1 3UJ Employer's website https://www.lnwh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab). Location : Northwick Park Hospital, Watford Road, HA1 3UJ Harrow, United Kingdom

Job Advert Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership (HSCP) is one of 31 integration bodies in Scotland, serving a population of over 160,000 across rural and urban communities. It aims to enable the people of Falkirk to live full and positive lives within supportive and inclusive communities. Due to its central location, amenities, and cultural attractions, the area is well known as a great place to live, work, and visit. The Partnership brings together colleagues from across Falkirk Council and NHS Forth Valley, and partners in the third and independent sectors. The Partnership delivers operational services across local social work offices, health centres, GP practices, community hospitals, care homes, intermediate care facilities, and day centres amongst other services. The board is made up of representatives from Falkirk Council, NHS Forth Valley, the third sector, service users, carers, and staff representatives. Overseen by our Integration Joint Board, our services are backed by an annual budget of over £310m which is invested to deliver the nine National Health and Wellbeing Outcomes. The successful candidate will be a key member of our management team and play an important part in people's lives, supporting services to create healthier communities across Falkirk. If you are the successful candidate, you will be required to carry out a Disclosure Scotland check. Thank you for considering furthering your career with Falkirk Health and Social Care Partnership.. Location : Falkirk, FK2 9EE

Job summary As a Community Lead within Barchester's Residential Care Homes, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our residents' lives are stimulating and fulfilling, delivering person-centred care and support. With senior-level care experience, you'll supervise a team of Carers and Senior Carers, taking on some clinical responsibilities while being a trusted role model for your colleagues and the residents. Main duties of the job The Community Lead role involves recording observations, carrying out simple wound dressing procedures, and building key relationships within the home and externally. You'll need to demonstrate senior-level care experience, the ability to supervise others, and a good understanding of clinical care for the older person. A Level 3 NVQ or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, plus a willingness to undertake the assessor qualification, is required. Your caring approach, strong communication skills, and commitment to empowering the team to put residents and their families first will be essential. About us Barchester Healthcare is a leading provider of residential care homes in the UK, committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care. With a focus on creating vibrant, supportive cultures, Barchester offers rewarding career opportunities for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of the elderly. Date posted 14 April 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £16.39 an hour Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 1282632391 Job locations Barchester Healthcare Malvern WR14 3PT Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Community Lead within our Residential Care Homes at Barchester, you'll help to make our residents' lives stimulating and fulfilling so that we can deliver the person-centred care and support they deserve. Always focusing on respecting our residents' independence, privacy, dignity and choice, while leading and supervising our team of Carers and Senior Carers. The role of Community Lead will involve some clinical responsibilities, including recording observations on weight and blood pressure, and carrying out simple wound dressing procedures. Across everything you do, you'll be a role model for your team and someone our residents and their families can trust to provide a safe, reassuring and happy environment. You will build key relationships within the home and externally. ABOUT YOU You'll need senior-level care experience to join us as a Community Lead. You'll also have supervised others and developed a good understanding of how to provide clinical care for the older person. We'll look for a Level 3 NVQ or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care plus a willingness to undertake the assessor qualification. Enthusiastic, tenacious and full of integrity, your caring approach and strong communication skills mean you inspire trust in others. Most of all, you'll share our commitment to maintaining a vibrant, supportive culture that empowers our people to put our residents and their families first. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you'd like to use your leadership and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Job description Job responsibilities ABOUT THE ROLE As a Community Lead within our Residential Care Homes at Barchester, you'll help to make our residents' lives stimulating and fulfilling so that we can deliver the person-centred care and support they deserve. Always focusing on respecting our residents' independence, privacy, dignity and choice, while leading and supervising our team of Carers and Senior Carers. The role of Community Lead will involve some clinical responsibilities, including recording observations on weight and blood pressure, and carrying out simple wound dressing procedures. Across everything you do, you'll be a role model for your team and someone our residents and their families can trust to provide a safe, reassuring and happy environment. You will build key relationships within the home and externally. ABOUT YOU You'll need senior-level care experience to join us as a Community Lead. You'll also have supervised others and developed a good understanding of how to provide clinical care for the older person. We'll look for a Level 3 NVQ or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care plus a willingness to undertake the assessor qualification. Enthusiastic, tenacious and full of integrity, your caring approach and strong communication skills mean you inspire trust in others. Most of all, you'll share our commitment to maintaining a vibrant, supportive culture that empowers our people to put our residents and their families first. REWARDS PACKAGE As well as a competitive salary, Barchester offers one of the best rewards packages in the care sector. Your generous benefits would include: Free learning and development A range of holiday, retail and leisure discounts Unlimited access to our Refer a Friend bonus scheme If you'd like to use your leadership and people skills in an organisation that provides the quality care you'd expect for your loved ones, this is a rewarding place to be. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 3 NVQ or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, plus a willingness to undertake the assessor qualification. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Level 3 NVQ or Advanced Diploma in Health & Social Care, plus a willingness to undertake the assessor qualification. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Malvern WR14 3PT Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Barchester Healthcare Address Barchester Healthcare Malvern WR14 3PT Employer's website https://www.barchester.com/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : Barchester Healthcare, WR14 3PT Malvern, United Kingdom

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time Additional Payments: Essential Car User Allowance C losing Date: 23 April 2025 Closing time: 11.59pm This Role Is Subject To Qualification - Best Interests Assessor & Social Work Qualification. Registration with Social Work England Medical Clearance - Pre-placement health assessment (PPHA) Essential Car Documentation- This post is a designated Essential Car User. Therefore, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work. You will receive the Essential Car User Allowance. Driving Licence - The successful candidate should hold a full clean driving licence as you will be required to drive a vehicle adhering to council regulations. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request. Evidence of conduct in previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to. Health or social care or Children or vulnerable adults Proof of identity including a recent photograph Full Employment history This is an exciting opportunity to join the Manchester DOLS team to undertake the Best Interests Assessor role. We value social care in Manchester and we are investing to increase our workforce. We’d love experienced Social Workers that hold the Best Interest Assessor qualification to join us on our journey. Manchester City Council is committed to flexible working for staff, ensuring that they have the tools and facilities they need to work in a way that benefits their wellbeing and maintains a high standard of service for our city and our residents. The DoLS team is based at Alexandra House, 133 Moss Lane East in Hulme and our Best Interests Assessors work flexibly from both office and home settings. Please note that salary information above is negotiable based on evidence provided of current salary held. The DOLS Team operates in accordance with the statutory requirements set out in the DOLS Code of Practice, which has legal standing. As a Best Interest Assessor you will be required to: Have the ability to make informed, independent best interests decisions within the context of a DOLS assessment. Have the ability in practice to balance a person’s right to autonomy and self determination with their right to safety and respond proportionately. Have the ability to effectively assess risk in complex situations and use analysis to make proportionate decisions. The Aims Of Manchester Adults Services Are To To improve the lives of our most vulnerable residents Ensure people in Manchester requiring Adults Social care can be as independent, well and happy as possible Ensure you have a manageable caseload so that you can spend the time you need to with residents and have a good work/life balance Ensure you are well supported with your professional practice and development Enable you to progress and develop to reach your potential Enable you to have the opportunity to learn new skills and develop new specialisms eg. train as Approved Mental Health Practitioners or Practice Educators, or build on your existing interest in supporting people with autism, who are experiencing domestic abuse, have a learning disability or an acquired brain injury Enable managers and aspiring managers to continue to grow and develop practice and leadership skills for the future. For an informal discussion, please contact the hiring manager, Sian Packett at 07970477777 and sian.packett@manchester.gov.uk to arrange a convenient time to discuss the role. We are looking for a self motivated, compassionate and skilled practitioner to join us on this journey. Applicants must be able to complete DoLS assessments according to the statutory guidance. We are looking for people who are keen to perform well and are able to contribute to service developments and improvements through team and self reflection. Key Skills Communication Skills: Is able to effectively transfer key and complex information to all levels of staff, adapting the style of communication as necessary and ensuring that this information is understood. Ability to advise others and deal with sensitive issues in difficult situations inside and outside own area, negotiating riskier demands. Planning And Organising Skills Excellent time management skills, creating own work schedules, prioritising, preparing in advance and setting realistic timescales for own self and others. Has the ability to visualise a sequence of actions needed to achieve a specific goal and how to estimate the resources required. Analytical Skills Ability to absorb, understand and quickly assimilate complex information and concepts and compare information from a number of different sources. Ability to identify patterns and trends that may impact on decisions and propose realistic conclusions identifying the risks and any assumptions made. Problem Solving And Decision Making Skills Strong decision making skills with the ability to resolve complex issues in a pressurised environment. ICT Skills Ability to use IT systems to retrieve, record and update information and willingness to learn to use new systems. Creative Skills Ability to find creative solutions where there are no existing parameters or procedural framework We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn’t just a job - it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester Is Our Vision For a Fairer, Greener, And Healthier City - a Vision Shaped By The People Of Manchester. It Guides Everything We Do At The Council And Is Brought To Life Through The Our Manchester Behaviours We take time to listen and understand We work together and trust each other We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things We’re proud and passionate about Manchester Benefits We Offer Generous holiday allowance - Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks. A buzzing pension - You’ll be enrolled in the UK’s largest local government pension scheme, with plenty of options to top up your benefits. Includes life cover of three-times your salary as a lump sum. Enhanced parental and carers leave - Take advantage of our enhanced family leave options, designed to provide ample time for you to bond with your new born or support your family during critical life events. Brilliant perks - Access a range of discounts, from saving on the weekly shop to holidays and days out with MCR+. Plus discounts on phone contracts, cycle to work scheme, free flu jabs and eye tests, and more. Learn and grow - We are dedicated to nurturing talent and providing you with the tools to thrive. Take part in a diverse set of learning opportunities, from workshops and training sessions through to apprenticeships and qualifications. All this begins with our comprehensive onboarding process. A Good Employment Charter member - We are committed to offering secure, flexible work and embedding fairness into everything we do. We review pay annually, recognize three trade unions, and are constantly working to offer the best possible health and wellbeing support throughout all stages of your working life. Up to 3 days volunteering leave - Give back to the community with three days pro-rate of paid volunteering leave, in addition to existing benefits. Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council At Manchester City Council, we’re dedicated to creating a workplace that truly reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We actively welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, particularly from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities, Disabled people and young people. Support During the Process Interview Adjustments: Let us know if you need any adjustments to demonstrate your suitability during the interview. Accessible Formats: Our ReciteMe tool can be accessed through the "Accessibility tools" button at the top of our careers page. This tool offers features like text-to-speech, translation into multiple languages, and adjustable text size and colour to make our site more accessible for everyone. Guaranteed Assessment Scheme Requirements We guarantee assessments for applicants who meet the minimum shortlisting requirements for the role and identify with at least one of the criteria below: Members of the Armed Forces members or veterans Current or former care leavers Have a disability or long-term condition When You Join Us We’re a Disability Confident Employer, Offering A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work. Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice. A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly. For more information about the role or any adjustments, email jobs@manchester.gov.uk. What we will need from you if you’re successful In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship. Pre-Employment Checks Required If you are successful in securing a position with us, the pre-employment checks required will depend on the role you’ve applied for. As a guide, these checks may include: Proof of Right to Work: You’ll need to provide documentary evidence of your right to work in the UK. Please note, visa sponsorship is not guaranteed for this role. References: We’ll require references from your current and previous employer(s). Proof of Qualifications: Evidence of qualifications relevant to the role will be required. Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check: A criminal record check may be necessary, depending on the role. Driving Licence: If the role requires driving, we’ll need evidence of your valid driving licence. These checks are an important part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and security of our workforce and the community we serve. Other Relevant Information We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we’ll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role. For more information about the role, please ensure that you read the role profile attached. Calculate your take home pay . 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