Teaching Assistant
TeacherActive Ltd
£95 to £110 a day
On-siteContractFull time
Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Mansfield Start Date: September 2026 Salary: £95.00 - £110.00 per day TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream secondary school based in Mansfield with a good reputation locally. These schools boast fantastic facilities and offer opportunities both inside and outside of lessons to promote students’ engagement, to help them flourish personally and academically. We are looking to take on a Teaching Assistant to start this September. The successful applicant will be working across both Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 (sometimes Key Stage 5 too) helping students achieve excellent results and to enable all students to have access to learning. The successful Teaching Assistant will have: • Experience as a Teaching Assistant (preferred experience withing Secondary School setting) • Experience with SEND • Proactive attitude in the classroom In return for the above you can expect to receive: • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel • Market leading rates of pay • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply* • Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. • If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. • EMAIL : tom.king@teacheractive.com • CONTACT NUMBER : 01158 241 888 About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
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Qualified Teacher
TeacherActive Ltd
£180 to £220 a day
On-sitePermanentFull time
Location: Grays Start Date:ASAP Salary: £180 - £220 per day *** Must have QTS *** Are you confident leading a classroom and maintaining a positive learning environment? Do you have strong behaviour management skills and the ability to engage pupils across different year groups? Are you looking for a rewarding long-term Cover Supervisor role within a supportive Primary School? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming Primary School in Grays that is committed to creating a positive and inclusive learning environment for all pupils. The school promotes high expectations, encourages a love of learning, and prides itself on providing excellent support for both staff and students. The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Cover Supervisor on a Day-2-Day basis, with both full-time and part-time opportunities available. The successful Cover Supervisor will be responsible for delivering planned lessons during PPA cover, supporting pupils across all year groups, maintaining excellent classroom behaviour, and ensuring learning continues in the absence of the class teacher. The successful primary teacher will have: • Experience working within a Primary School setting • Strong behaviour management skills • Confidence delivering pre-planned lessons across all year groups • Excellent communication and organisational skills • A positive and proactive attitude • The ability to build strong relationships with pupils and staff In return for the above you can expect to receive: • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process • Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel • Market leading rates of pay • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: jessica.joyner@teacheractive.com CONTACT NUMBER: 01245 335533 About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.
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Insight and Engagement Co-ordinator
Nacro - London
from £28,851 a year
Field-basedTemporaryFull time
The Insight and Engagement Co-ordinator at Nacro is a full-time, 12-month fixed-term role supporting the Community Accommodation with Support (CAS-2) programme across South England, including London, Kent and Sussex. The role combines data management, analysis, stakeholder engagement and event coordination. Key responsibilities include: Collecting, maintaining and analysing internal data to identify trends, gaps and areas for improvement. Working with frontline teams and managers to ensure accurate and timely information. Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders such as HMPPS, courts and local authorities. Supporting national stakeholder engagement plans and responding to stakeholder queries. Producing accurate reports, evidence and recommendations based on data and feedback. Organising stakeholder engagement events, briefings and meetings, including preparing relevant materials. Managing your own diary and travel efficiently across the allocated geographical area. Working collaboratively within a remote and agile team and adapting to changing service requirements. The ideal candidate will have strong communication, organisation, data analysis and stakeholder engagement skills, be confident using Microsoft Office, and have excellent attention to detail. The role requires regular travel, so a full driving licence and access to your own vehicle with business insurance are essential. Applicants must live in the specified South England regions. Enhanced DBS and Prison Clearance are required, and the role does not provide visa sponsorship. Salary: £28,851, with potential progression to £29,572 within the first year, subject to performance criteria.
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Garden Apprentice
Brighton & Hove Museums - Brighton
Apprentice rate of £8 per hour
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Would you like a chance to take up this excellent opportunity to gain a qualification packed with knowledge and practical experience, working under experienced gardeners in a world-famous historic garden? Brighton & Hove Museums has an exciting opportunity for a Level 2 Heritage Horticulture and Landscape apprentice within a historic gardens setting. In addition to helping shape the Pavilion Garden, the role will also include working in Preston Manors’ Edwardian walled garden and Hove Museum. Both gardens represent further opportunity to broaden knowledge, experience and career progression. The Horticulture and Landscape apprentice Level 2 standard is run by Plumpton College who is responsible for supporting you with your learning and carrying out assessments. The course has core modules to complete and a number of units. Your work experience will be linked to the modules and units in your course. You will receive additional support from a nominated mentor throughout the duration of the Apprenticeship.
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Learning Support Assistant
TeacherActive Ltd
£24,796 to £25,583 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
· Are you an enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant who can inspire and support pupils in the classroom? · Do you have a patient, caring and adaptable approach to supporting learning? · Are you looking for a LSA position within a supportive and welcoming school environment? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming school in Grays. The school is committed to providing a positive and inclusive learning environment where pupils are encouraged to achieve their full potential, supported by a friendly and collaborative staff team. The school is looking to appoint a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide flexible support across the school. The successful LSA will be responsible for supporting pupils with their learning, assisting the class teacher with classroom activities, helping to maintain a purposeful learning environment, providing one-to-one or small group support where required, and supporting pupils’ social, emotional and academic development. The successful Learning Support Assistant will have: • Experience working with children or young people, ideally within a school or education setting • A patient, caring and supportive approach • Strong communication and interpersonal skills • The ability to build positive relationships with pupils and staff • Flexibility to support across different classes and year groups • A proactive attitude and willingness to get involved in school life • A commitment to supporting pupils’ learning and wellbeing In return for the above you can expect to receive: • A supportive and friendly staff team • Valuable school-based experience • Opportunities to develop your skills within education • A welcoming and inclusive school environment • Support from a dedicated TeacherActive consultant Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: jessica.joyner@teacheractive.com CONTACT NUMBER: 01245 335533 About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance TeacherActive is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Safeguarding is central to our recruitment practices, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All applicants are subject to thorough vetting and safer recruitment checks before being cleared to work.
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Consultant Psychiatrist
Cygnet - United Kingdom
£173,000 to £173,000 an hour
PermanentFull time
Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist Service Line: Female Acute Mental Health Professionally Accountable to: Medical Director Managerially Responsible to: Hospital Manager We are seeking an experienced full-time Consultant Psychiatrist who will work at Cygnet Nield House and provide senior medical cover on Compton Ward Cygnet Nield House in Crewe is our 29-bed mental health hospital for women with a "Good" overall CQC rating.The hospital is split into two distinct wards; a female acute service & female personality disorder service This role is based on Compton Ward, a 15 bed acute service for women. The service provides a safe and stabilising environment for women who are experiencing an acute episode of mental illness and require an emergency admission. The post holder will be the Responsible Clinician and will oversee and maintain the care of all ward inpatients as required and will also have responsibility for auditing the medical services rendered at the ward and ensuring their good quality in accordance to GMC standards of good medical practice and other relevant professional guidelines. In this role, your expertise will be the driving force for life-changing treatme nt fully supported by a Specialty Doctor and first-class multidisciplinary team including qualified nurses, psychologist and occupational therapist. And youll have the opportunity to progress to Medical Director Level through our management schemes. At Cygnet, youll enjoy excellent professional development, shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects whilereaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. Main duties and Responsibilities Lead on the provision of high quality care to the service users admitted to Compton Ward Act as a positive role model, maintaining and demonstrating a positive attitude towards patients, their families, visitors and other staff. Take overall responsibility for patient treatment plans in conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team Assess referrals & undertake mental state examinations of service users Undertake appropriate investigations, diagnosis & treatment Conduct ward rounds, patient reviews & clinical audits Lead the implementation of risk assessment, risk management & embed clinical governance within the service Supervise reports for Mental Health Act tribunals & managers hearings & attend hearings Liaise with the Ministry of Justice for transfer of patients and approval of leave as required Good maintenance of patient records To ensure and maintain regular communications with the Site Medical Director and Hospital Manager To communicate effectively through regular contact with patients, relatives, staff, directors, and any other concerned bodies; maintaining appropriate reports. Attend and contribute to academic meetings and adhere to the professional standards for CPD as set out by the GMC, the Department of Health and the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Contribute to the Telephone On call rota Why Cygnet? Well offer you Salaryup to £173,000 per year Relocation support where applicable Generous annual leave entitlement that increases with length of service 5 days study leave, study budget and in-house CPD/ peer group programme Company paid Life Assurance scheme covering 3x salary Contributory pension scheme Research opportunities to include publishing in The Cygnet Journal (Cygnets co-produced peer review journal) and joining the Cygnet Research & Development Group Teaching opportunities including teaching medical students, teaching on the Cygnet CESR programme and Cygnet MRCPsych programme Opportunity to lead and participate in QI & Audit initiatives Company Funded Cash plan with the ability to claim up to £1000 per annum worth of benefits including free Physiotherapy, Osteopaths, Optical, dental, consultations, scans and free prescriptions Gym Discounts across the UK as well as free online fitness classes with ClassPass, Nutritional Programmes and Fitness Consultations Discount schemes including Reward Gateway, NHS Discount and Blue Lights Card Free meals, on-site parking and EAP support Smart Health Toolkit, including 24 hour GP service with the option of prescription delivery to your local pharmacy Electric Car Scheme We are looking for someone who is... Fully GMC registered & MBBS (or equivalent) qualified Registered on the specialist register (CCT/CESR), Section 12 and AC Status Experienced & knowledgeable in General Psychiatry and mental health diagnosis Knowledgeable of the Mental Health Act and Code of Practice, along with the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and Code of Capacity A first-rate communicator who can interview, assess & treat patients & write clear, comprehensive medical notes Committed to continued professional development Able to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team A member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (MRCPsych) or equivalent Cygnethas been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We maintain a good relationship with our quality regulators and undergo regular inspections, with 85% of our services rated Good or Outstanding. We also operate an internal system of quality care, treatment and positive outcomes. Requirements The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and reference check and an offer of employment will be subject to successful clearance. What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the link to apply or email a copy of your CV to hannahdunlop@cygnethealth.co.uk What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. What next? If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply
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Executive Assistant - up to 12 months FTC
Octavius Infrastructure Limited
ContractFull time
We are recruiting for an Executive Assistant to join us here at Octavius to cover a maternity leave. This is a contract of up to 12 months. We are a leading civil engineering organisation delivering safe, sustainable, and efficient transport solutions across the UK. You'll be working on…. (what your role and responsibility is) -Providing high-level, proactive support to our Executive Leadership Team, enabling them to focus on strategic priorities, organisational performance and business growth. -Managing complex diaries, coordinating meetings, travel arrangements and executive schedules across multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. -Acting as a trusted point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, handling communications and confidential information with professionalism and discretion. -Coordinating leadership events, conferences, forums and business activities, ensuring seamless planning and delivery. -Preparing reports, presentations, meeting materials and agendas, whilst tracking actions and ensuring key deliverables are completed. -Driving continuous improvement in executive support processes, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, collaboration and ways of working. You'll work with… (because relationships are important)A team of highly motivated, dedicated professionals across the business, supporting our Executive Leadership Team and collaborating with colleagues, clients, suppliers and external partners to help deliver successful outcomes across our infrastructure and transport frameworks. You'll receive…. (because we value you)We offer a competitive rewards package, including a Company Car scheme, Private Healthcare, Pension, Life Assurance cover, 25 days Annual Leave (and a day off for your birthday). You'll also have access to Hybrid working where possible, an enhanced Paternity & Maternity package and the opportunity to develop yourself personally and professionally. About you…. (what you are skilled at) -Highly organised, proactive and able to anticipate the needs of senior leaders in a fast-paced environment. -An excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skills and the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders both internally and externally. -Able to manage multiple priorities, work autonomously and adapt quickly to changing business demands. -A natural problem solver with exceptional attention to detail and a solutions-focused mindset. -Experienced in handling sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion. -Skilled at coordinating complex activities, events and executive priorities, ensuring deadlines are met and expectations exceeded. -Positive, resilient and collaborative, with the ability to thrive under pressure. You'll bring… (your wealth of experience & qualifications) -Proven experience as a Senior Executive Assistant, Executive Assistant or in a similar high-level administrative support role. -Strong diary management, stakeholder coordination and executive support experience within a corporate environment. -Experience organising business travel, executive meetings, leadership events, conferences and forums. -Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with a demonstrated ability to prioritise competing demands effectively. -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft 365 Copilot and other digital tools that improve productivity and collaboration. -Knowledge of expense management, invoice processing and budget tracking. -Experience coordinating activities across multiple business functions and stakeholders. -Experience within the construction, infrastructure or engineering sector would be advantageous, but is not essential. -Relevant administrative or business qualifications are desirable, with additional qualifications in executive support, office management or project coordination viewed favourably. -Flexibility to support the needs of the business and Executive Team as required. Inclusion and diversity are important to us, we are an equal opportunities employer and value difference. We want and will continue to build an inclusive environment where our people thrive. We firmly believe constantly striving to build a truly diverse workforce is what makes us a strong business and will enable us to continue to solve important problems and deliver unrivalled value to both our customers and clients. If you need any specialist support throughout your application, we will work with you where we can to support your journey with us.
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Senior Nurse | Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust - Eastchurch, Isle of Sheppey
£40,959 - £50,117 per annum, **Recruitment & Retention Incentive Included**
PermanentFull time
As a senior nurse you will provide high quality primary care services and a range of specialist interventions for offenders. At HMP Swaleside, we deliver a nurse-led integrated primary care service and operate a specialist practice-based clinical model of care. You will maintain an effective case management service to ensure care and continuity of treatment is maintained throughout a patient care pathway whilst detained in prison. You will be required to ensure all clinics and consultations are delivered in a clinically effective and timely way and implement strategies designed to promote and improve health and prevent disease whilst in prison. As a senior member of staff, you will be responsible for the day-to-day co-ordination of the Healthcare Team, supporting junior colleagues and ensure systems are in place for clinical supervision to junior team members. I see the prison as an individual community where I work with a variety of people and provide urgent care, routine health screens like a GP practice and complex needs care to the patients. I have the unique opportunity to support someone throughout their time in prison and make a significant difference to their lives. Furthermore, see them grow, change and improve their general health." Ellen, Clinical Lead, Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post. • The post holder will exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and have the ability to plan and reach complex and critical judgments and have decision making skills. • To deliver high quality clinical care within the Integrated Healthcare Service for the prison. This will include acute & primary care, long term conditions management, enhanced assessment and diagnostic intervention services and health promotion activities and be in line with the NHS Plan, public health indicators and National Service Frameworks. • To demonstrate and provide robust expert clinical skills with a sound understanding of evidence-based nursing practice to provide a pro-active approach to ensure quality and outcome driven practice on a day-to-day basis. • The post holder will need to carry a radio and be competent to lead in medical emergency responses. • To support the development of evidence-based practice in the specialist field and to promote research as appropriate. • To participate in managerial and professional clinical supervision programme, to ensure junior staff receive appropriate supervision, training and annual appraisal and to ensure that it becomes an integral part of team practice. • To ensure the implementation of effective and appropriate patient centred care planning tools, long-term condition registers and consistent delivery throughout all the prisons within the service. Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children’s centres, schools and people’s homes. We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people. Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values: • We’re Kind • We’re Fair • We Listen • We Care Operational • To support the delivery of an effective integrated healthcare service clinical model. • To manage a complex clinical caseload. • To support the development, implement and maintenance the National Standards for Health Care in Prisons for the service. • Ensure all clinics and consultations are delivered in a clinically effective and timely way, in line with service needs. • Maintain systems for the collection of triage & allocation of referrals as appropriate and monitoring and supporting the auditing of quality and effectiveness of service delivery. • To be able to give intravenous injections, immunisations and syringe pumps and infusions as necessary for the role of co-ordinating complex prisoners. Management • Implement the strategies designed to promote and improve health and prevent disease, working proactively and collaborating with other professionals, organisations and agencies as required • Maximising resources to target need, including the supervision of staff. • Delegate appropriate responsibility and authority to team members, whilst retaining overall responsibility and accountability on a shift-to-shift basis. • To maintain an effective case management service to ensure care and continuity of treatment is maintained throughout a patient care pathway whilst detained in prison. • To implement appropriate & effective and accredited care planning tools that are subject to the process in accordance with agreed Trust Policies. • To implement effective systems and interfaces with community and acute health services ensuring continuity of care on release or discharge. To actively promote and demonstrate working across professional and organisational boundaries. • To maintain close working partnerships with all services that may be involved with the care and management of offenders, (prison staff, Ministry of Justice, Trust & Directorate senior managers & relevant forums, CMHT staff, NHS Hospitals, Probation Services, CPS, Courts, GP's, community health services, Housing/Benefit services, social care, community multi agency forums etc.). Human Resources • Responsible for day-to-day co-ordination of the Integrated Healthcare Team. • To ensure systems are in place for clinical supervision to junior team members including annual appraisal and identification of specific service, training, and personal development needs. Governance • Ensure junior staff compliance with all Prison and Trust clinical policies and procedures as appropriate. • Ensure appropriately skilled & qualified staff comply with the administration and management of medications according to their responsibilities in accordance with all relevant policies, guidance, and procedures. • Ensuring high standards of electronic record-keeping competencies and offender confidentiality in line with trust & prison policy and systems, through effective monitoring and auditing processes. General • To liaise with other senior Trust personnel to share expertise, promote ideas and to ensure the service is working collaboratively with the Trust's other Directorates as required. • To work positively and effectively in a difficult and often hostile environment. • Be aware of environmental hazards in the working area; ensure staffs are aware of relevant health & safety policies deriving from the Health & Safety at Work Act. • To work in accordance with Trust policies and guidelines • To be familiar with Prison Standards, Standing Orders, Circular instructions, Notices to Staff, Health and Safety and all other relevant material to function as an informed practitioner within a prison setting. • Promote equality of opportunity and provide an environment in which the dignity of individuals is respected and free from workplace harassment and bullying. IMPORTANT INFORMATION PLEASE READY: All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team. You will need to provide: Proof of right to work documentation Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographic ID Proof of address documentation Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code. Address History: 5 years address history will be needed. Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously. Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited. In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en). This advert closes on Monday 21 Sep 2026
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Staff Nurse - Registered Mental Health Nurse | Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust - Isle of Sheppey
£34,073 - £41,043 PER ANNUM **RECRUITMENT & RETENTION INCENTIVE INCLUDED**
PermanentFull time
This position is located at HMP Swaleisde within the Primary Care Nursing Team. The post holder will also need to collaborate closely with colleagues at nearby Kent prisons, including HMP Emley and HMP Standford Hill, and may occasionally provide cross-cover between sites. The Staff Nurse will deliver high quality, personalised, compassionate care to service users, providing a range of specialist interventions. Ensure consistently high standards of practice and clinical excellence, which comply with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) code of professional conduct. Lead the delivery of comprehensive service user assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating programmes of patient-centred care in a range of settings. Provide clinical supervision and support to junior colleagues, including students. Assist and support the manager, as directed, to deliver a nurse-led integrated care service and develop a specialist practice-based clinical model of care. Maintain a safe and therapeutic working environment, working collaboratively with the Multi-Disciplinary Team and maintaining accurate records. Band 5 Nursing roles are only open to staff with a Nursing registration, obtained as a result of completing a qualification recognised by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC). Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are currently unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post. Exercise a high degree of personal and professional autonomy and have the ability to plan and reach complex and critical judgments, using decision-making skills within the framework of established Trust policies, procedures, and the NMC Code of Conduct. Deliver high-quality clinical care within the service, contributing to the physical, psychological, social, recreational and spiritual care in a recovery-focused way, through therapeutic engagement and activities, in line with the NHS Plan, public health indicators and National Service Frameworks. Lead on and undertake activities to ensure that the fundamentals of care are met – nutrition, hydration, comfort, emotional and social support. Demonstrate and provide robust clinical skills with a sound understanding of evidence-based nursing practice to provide a pro-active approach to ensure quality and outcome-driven practice on a day-to-day basis. Demonstrate an enhanced understanding of Mental Health signs and symptoms, understanding how these may present in practice, including recognition of impact on patient presentation and behaviour and risk factors. Recognise and respond appropriate to challenging behaviour in line with Trust policies and training. Support junior staff in managing difficult situations and de-escalation, developing resilience and strategies to manage Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children’s centres, schools and people’s homes. We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people. Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values: • We’re Kind • We’re Fair • We Listen • We Care • Assess, plan, implement and evaluate clinical care/care packages within scope of practice. • Provide specialist advice concerning the care of treatment of identified groups of patients / service users. • Support the delivery of an effective integrated healthcare service clinical model. • Manage a complex clinical caseload. • Administer and monitor the side-effects of medication, monitoring service user compliance, demonstrating a sound understanding of pharmacology, particularly for regular medications used in the clinical area. • Ensure all clinics and consultations are delivered in a clinically effective and timely way, in line with service needs. • Be able to give intravenous injections, immunisations and syringe pumps and infusions as necessary for the role. • Implement the principles of recovery, encouraging and supporting service users to engage with healthy lifestyles, facilitating psychosocial activities and other activities of their interest. Where appropriate, contribute to psychological interventions. • Escorting service users, as required, in line with Trust policies. • Maintain systems for the collection of triage and allocation of referrals, as appropriate, monitoring and supporting the auditing of quality and effectiveness of service delivery. • Maintain an effective case management service to ensure care and continuity of treatment is maintained throughout the patient care pathway. • Attend and actively participate in team / care plan reviews. • Maintain close working partnerships with all services that may be involved with the care and management of the service users. • Understand and work within the boundaries of the Lone Working Policy and have an awareness of Personal Safety in all healthcare settings, including clear and updated communication with the shift lead. • Maintain timely and accurate patient written/electronic records in line with the Trust Policy, procedure and protocols. Use and complete care plans, pathway documents and SystmOne notes appropriately and in a timely manner. • Advocate for service users’ needs and rights within Trust policy. Encourage and empower service users to have an optimum level of responsibility for their individual programme of care. IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ: All applicants must be willing to undertake National Security Vetting in order to work in a Prison Setting. This will be completed as part of the pre-employment checks through Oxleas and the prison vetting team. You will need to provide: Proof of right to work documentation Proof of ID, needs to include 1 photographic ID Proof of address documentation Non-UK passport holders will need to have correct documentation (right to work in the UK) and a Home office Share code. Address History: 5 years address history will be needed. Applicants that are not UK Passport holders who provide less than 5 years UK address history will need to provide a Police Certificate which must be in English from where they resided previously. Applicants who are UK Passport holders who have lived abroad for a period of more than six months during the last three years will need to provide a certificate of good conduct or an overseas police check in English from the countries resided in or visited. In order to assist you in obtaining a Police Certificate, guidance can be sought from:https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants If the country you have resided in is not listed here, you can obtain the necessary information by contacting the relevant Embassy or High Commission for that Country. Their contact details can be found on the Foreign & Commonwealth Office website (http://www.fco.gov.uk/en). This advert closes on Monday 21 Sep 2026
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Sen Teaching Assistant
TeacherActive Ltd
£95 to £115 a day
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Teaching Assistant Location: Birmingham Start Date: Immediate Start Salary: £95 - £115 per day Are you a Teaching Assistant with experience supporting pupils with profound and multiple learning difficulties? Do you have experience working with PMLD, SLD and Autism across different Key Stages? Are you patient, resilient and confident adapting your approach to meet complex individual needs? TeacherActive is proud to be working with a specialist SEND setting in the B31 area of Birmingham supporting pupils with PMLD, Severe Learning Difficulties / SLD and Autism / ASD. The setting supports pupils across mixed Key Stages and provides a specialist environment focused on meeting individual learning, communication and developmental needs. The setting is looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant for day-to-day opportunities, with long-term positions also available. The successful Teaching Assistant will support pupils across mixed Key Stages, assist with learning and daily activities, and work closely with teaching and support staff to provide consistent support tailored to individual needs. The successful Teaching Assistant will have: • Experience working with children or young people with SEND • Experience supporting pupils with PMLD, SLD and/or Autism • Confidence supporting pupils with complex additional needs • A Child and Adult DBS on the Update Service would be highly desirable • Strong communication and relationship-building skills • A patient, resilient and adaptable approach In return for the above you can expect to receive: • A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process • Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply • CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel • Market leading rates of pay • TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £200 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this Teaching Assistant position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL: benjamin.martin@teacheractive.com CONTACT NUMBER: 01212003224 About TeacherActive TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates. Equal Opportunities Statement TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency in providing temporary, contract and permanent job seeking services. Safeguarding and DBS Compliance Registration may involve an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and the supply of good professional references, depending on the role. We are committed to safeguarding and compliance across all placements. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each education environment.
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