East London NHS Foundation Trust - LUTON

PermanentPart time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our supportive and dynamic Adult Acute Inpatient Psychology Service. The post is part-time at 0.8wte. Newly qualified psychologist could be appointed at band 7 under a development/preceptorship process to work towards requirements for band 8a, subject to satisfactory completion of this formal process. Based in the Luton area, dedicated to one or two of our 4 acute psychiatric wards, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team including other psychological professionals. You will be joining the Principal Psychologists, other psychologists and Assistant Psychologists who work within these services. You will be part of a team providing care, treatment, and support for people (and their families) who experience serious mental health difficulties, such as psychosis and complex emotional needs. You will be joining an NHS Trust which has a large psychology network with a culture of supporting professional development, quality improvement and co-production, and a commitment to prioritising trauma-informed care. We have a thriving therapies workforce in the Trust with opportunities for learning and supporting each other, and we have a good track record of providing access to training to support development in clinical and leadership roles. As an Inpatient Psychologist you will work embedded within one or two ward MDTs to support the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed care to service users in acute distress. The role involves direct clinical work, such as assessment, formulation of complex cases, and adding to care plans to support people’s smooth transition back to community care. You will also complete indirect psychological work such as facilitating complex case formulation groups for ward staff, providing consultation and training to the teams, and facilitating reflective practice groups to support staff with the impact of the work. You will supervise the clinical work of pre-qualified professionals, including Trainee Practitioner Psychologists, and Assistant Psychologists – who provide psychological skills groups and positive behavioural support plans across the wards. You will work autonomously, with support and regular supervision from the Principal Inpatient Psychologist. The psychologists and services in our area place high value on trauma-informed care and on co-production, quality improvement (QI) and innovation, and on equitable access for people in our diverse and rural communities. We welcome applications from candidates who match these values, and especially those with insight and understanding of the diverse backgrounds and cultures of our local population across Luton and Bedfordshire. Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. Please kindly refer to the job description and person specification attached to this vacancy for further information on this role. This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Sep 2026

Blue Sky Brokers - Salford

from £13.45 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Job Role PA required for an Adult with an Acquired Brain Injury in Worsley ref: MC-SC-001 Job Description We are looking for a caring, calm and friendly Personal Assistant to provide support to an adult with an acquired brain injury. This role is centred around companionship, promoting independence where possible, and assisting with daily living tasks in a safe and respectful manner. The person enjoys watching television, completing crosswords, playing games on an iPad, and spending time chatting. They previously enjoyed cricket and football but now prefer quieter activities. They use a zimmer frame for mobility, tire easily, and require supervision due to an increased risk of falls and memory difficulties. Contract Type Part Time Permanent Roles and Responsibilities Provide companionship and conversation throughout the shift. Support with dressing on Tuesday and Friday mornings. Assist with showering on Wednesday and Friday. Provide support with toileting and prompt with personal hygiene, including toothbrushing. Prepare Level 5 texture-modified meals for breakfast and lunch on Tuesday and Friday. Prepare drinks and ensure regular hydration. Support with eating when required. Administer prescribed eye drops as directed. Accompany on outings, shopping trips or appointments where appropriate. Provide supervision at all times to ensure safety due to falls risk. Assist with mobility using a zimmer frame. Support with basic household tasks related to care. Advert Details Employer Gender: Male Hourly Rate: £13.45 Hours Per Week: 22 hours per week How will the hours be used : Tuesday: 8:00am – 4:00pm Wednesday: 10:30am – 1:30pm Thursday: 10:30am – 1:30pm Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm Employer requires transport? Yes Support needed for pet(s)?There is one friendly dog in the home. Duties include letting the dog into the garden for toilet breaks and ensuring its water bowl is topped up. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a genuine difference by providing practical support, companionship and reassurance to someone in their own home.

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust - Enfield

PermanentPart time

Adult Community Speech and Language Therapist (band 6 Role ) Make a Difference. Shape the Future of Community SLT. Are you an enthusiasticBand 5orBand 6Speech and Language Therapist looking for yournext big step and wanting to move into a Band 6 role? An opportunity is here to progress your career in a supportive and dynamic environment with a part time role that also supports your work life balance. If you're passionate about enhancing patient care and driving positive change in a community setting, this could be the perfect role for you. Why Join Us? • Be part of a skilled and supportive teamof SLTs and SLT Assistants. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teamsacross community services, North Middlesex University Hospital, and the Royal Free London NHS Trust. • Enjoy flexible working patternsto suit your lifestyle. • Access full CPD support, leadership training, and career progression opportunities. • Benefit from comprehensive well-being services,including an Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health support, and a Wellbeing Forum What We're Looking For: • RCSLT-recognised SLT degree and HCPC registration. • A passion for supporting adult patients with acquired conditions. • Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a desire to develop your leadership abilities. Ready to Apply? Take the next step in your career—develop, grow, and inspire. Apply today and become part of a team that is changing lives every day. You will be part of the Adult Speech and Language therapy team and the wider Adult Community Therapies service. You will be co-located with the Adult Community rehabilitation team, Community Neuro therapy service, the Community Stroke Rehabilitation team and Nutrition & Dietetics colleagues. We are looking for an enthusiastic clinician, keen to work with us in shaping and developing our services to meet the challenges of delivering appropriate care in the right place and at the right time. We need you to be passionate about making a difference to patients and their families. We are continually looking at our service delivery and how our services can integrate more fully to provide 1stclass care to the population we serve. Would you like to know more? Please give us a call and we can answer your questions or arrange an informal visit. The Community adult SLT service for the London Borough of Enfield is co-located with Adult Community therapies (which includes Community rehab , Community Neurological rehab, Nutrition and dietetics, community stroke rehabilitation, MND co-ordinator and Parkinson's nurse specialist). This allows the services to deliver high quality, responsive, multidisciplinary and holistic care within the Borough. The community adult SLT service is lead by a B8a clinical lead and there are strong professional links between SLT services within RFH. As part of the adult SLT service providing care to a multi-cultural and diverse population, to deliver a high standard of speech and language therapy care to patients and their carers in the community. To perform comprehensive speech and language assessment (communication and / or swallowing) of adults with diverse presentations and complex physical and psychological conditions. To use this assessment to provide a clinical diagnosis and develop and deliver an individualised treatment program. This advert closes on Thursday 13 Aug 2026

East London NHS Foundation Trust - Potton Road

PermanentFull time

Biggleswade community mental health teams are undergoing a process of transformation/ redesign in order to focus on providing prompt assessment and intervention at the point of need. By separating out some of the functions of a traditional CMHT, the new structure will additionally allow more of a focus on recovery for those with enduring mental health problems and those accessing CPA. Over the coming years, Community Mental Health services nationally are receiving an enhancement of funding. Community mental healthcare will increasingly be provided closer to home, within primary care networks. Biggleswade CMHT is in the process of transformation and moving towards the following structure: • Front-end blended teams with triage function and providing care for complex patients not on CPA. • Managing recovery-focused care of individuals on CPA. 1. Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and management of issues relating to mental and physical health for adults with acute and severe mental illness in the community (over 18 years) so that intensive and timely treatment can be delivered to prevent chronicity and dependency on psychiatric services. 2. Attend and be the clinical leader of weekly MDT meetings, supported by the team operational lead. 3. Provide clinical advice and guidance to primary care physicians to manage patients in the least restrictive environment 4. Undertake all work in the context of the recovery approach which is emphasised across the Trust, placing the service user at the centre of planning and decision making. Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive – so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations. For a more detailed review of the job description and person specification please refer to the attached JD&PS This advert closes on Sunday 23 Aug 2026

Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust - Sutton

PermanentFull time

The use of AI is monitored and if applicants have used it, this needs to be declared in the supporting statement. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, self-motivated speech and language therapist, to join the Acute Speech and Language Therapy team within St Helier Hospital. The post is suitable for experienced band 5 or recently qualified Speech and Language Therapists. Training in dysphagia will be given if required. This post is based in an acute hospital setting and involves working as an integral member of the SLT team alongside the wider MDT on general medical, care of the elderly, respiratory, gastroenterology and surgical wards. You will be able to develop further skills in the area of dysphagia. Applicants should have skills and experience in managing patients with swallowing and communication disorders. We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic SLT with a strong interest in dysphagia, high communication and team-working skills as well as effective time management and organisation skills. The department has close support networks with local community based Speech and Language therapy services, including regular journal clubs and in-service training. The post holder will also have an opportunity to support our videofluoroscopy clinics and FEES service. • To be responsible for the assessment and management of a caseload of adult inpatients with acquired communication and/or swallowing disorders on the acute wards • Duties will include assessment, diagnosis, therapy (both group and individual as appropriate), planning therapy programmes and discharge of patients including those with complex needs in a variety of settings • To act as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and to contribute to Speech & Language Therapy input on the acute wards • To be accountable for own professional action and recognize own professional boundaries, seeking advice as appropriate · To participate in team meetings, audit and research projects on a regular basis within the Speech and Language Therapy Service St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce. Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document which contains more information about the role and requirements. This advert closes on Wednesday 2 Sep 2026

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust - London

PermanentPart time

Are you a Mental Health or Learning Disability Nurse with a V300 Non-Medical Prescriber qualification looking to develop your career within a specialist Adult ADHD service?Join our established non-complex Adult ADHD team, supporting adults across Lambeth and Lewisham through high-quality, evidence-based assessment, diagnosis and treatment. You will become part of a welcoming, multidisciplinary team that includes experienced Nurse Prescribers and specialist clinicians. We are looking for a team player with excellent communication skills who enjoys working collaboratively, sharing expertise and building strong relationships with colleagues, service users and partner organisations. Our service is actively involved in research, teaching and service development within the rapidly expanding field of neurodevelopmental disorders. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your skills, contribute to innovation and help shape the future of ADHD care while learning from experienced professionals. This role offers the autonomy to use your advanced clinical skills alongside the support of a knowledgeable and dedicated team. Whether your interests lie in clinical practice, education, quality improvement or research, you will find opportunities to grow your career and make a lasting difference to adults living with ADHD The post holder will be able to work autonomously as an independent professional in the specialist adult ADHD service as an experienced clinician who, acting within their own professional boundaries will undertake assessment using specialist diagnostic tools. They will also provide reviews for clients with an established diagnosis. They will act as a non-medical prescriber, being skilled in the diagnostic assessment and, if diagnosis given, will initiate treatment and titrate patients to optimum dose of medication. They will demonstrate safe clinical decision-making and expert care planning for our service users. The post holder will be able to demonstrate shared decision making whilst utilising critical thinking as part of the clinical decision-making process. They will work with the multi-professional team to meet the needs of the service users and take full responsibility for their own work. They will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to deliver an effective service to those referred to the 3 Boroughs Adult ADHD and Autism Service. Come and join our small team of friendly practitioners, who strive to put our services users at the heart of all they do. We have an active Service User and Carer Advisory Group who support us in making service improvements. We are one of the first Trusts to work collaboratively with our commissioners and NHS partners in providing a single point of access for all adult ADHD assessment referrals. This service offers triage of all referrals into the adult ADHD services across South East London. We also are currently piloting A.I. to support our clinicians on the diagnostic pathway, reducing impact of report writing and ensuring neuroaffirmative ways of gathering back ground information. We also plan to be one of the host test sites for future multicentre NIHR project looking at ADHD treatment outcomes. We also contribute to the ADHD Pan London Reference Group which seeks to share and learn best practice across all London NHS Trusts. Key Responsibilities: Clinical · Assess, diagnose, plan, implement and evaluate interventions/ treatments and care for service users. · To complete a thorough risk assessment of the service users to ensure that any risk is minimised as per Trust policy. · To administer and interpret diagnostic questionnaires e.g. DIVA. · To work as a non-medical prescriber and to titrate and initiate patients diagnosed with ADHD onto clinically appropriate medication. · To provide follow up appointments, face to face or via remote consultation. · To liaise with patients, referrers, Clinical Commissioning Groups and carers. · To provide Advice and Guidance to colleagues within the Trust and externally via various communication methods, e.g. Consultant Connect · To support the admin staff with clinical enquiries re ADHD referrals. · Maintain relevant clinical and pharmaceutical knowledge, critically appraise and apply information to practice. · To screen all referrals for clinical appropriateness within the agreed time scale. · Support service users to adopt recovery strategies that promote their wellbeing, healthy lifestyle, independence and self-care. · To support the facilitation of post diagnostic psychoeducation workshops when required. · Promote the involvement of families in care, reflecting their diversity, equality and rights to ensure their needs are met. · To be responsible for maintaining accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with Trust Policy, collating relevant data, quality assurance and timely submission of clinical update reports working closely with the Clinic Lead/Senior Clinical Nurse Specialists and MDT. · To respond to complaints and or compliments within the allocated timeframe. · To work with the Lead/Senior Clinical Nurse Specialists and MDT to ensure that systems and processes are in place to support marketing activities. · The post holder can also be an independent prescriber, where trained and registered with the NMC, and within the Adult ADHD Service the role would include writing prescriptions for ‘off label’ controlled drugs and other medications where appropriate. · This will involve independently assessing suitability for pharmacological treatment, discussing treatment options, side-effects and risks, and providing treatment initiation and titration until such time as a maintenance dose is achieved and prescribing handed over to local services. The expectation will be that the post holder will be able to work autonomously through this process, although in certain highly complex cases there may be joint working with a Consultant Psychiatrist. Offering advice and guidance to G.P.`s and internal colleagues who contact the service via Consultant Connect or Nominated Clinician. COMMUNICATION · To communicate the patient’s health status using appropriate terminology, format, and technology. · To use expert communication skills to provide accurate information to service users and their families and carers in a sensitive and professional manner. · To use and demonstrate sensitive communication strategies to ensure that service users are fully informed and consent to care/ treatment. · To act as an advocate for service users. · To establish effective communication and actively promote health education that may include providing alternative materials to support service users and carers in making decisions regarding their care and treatment. · To liaise and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary team, CCG and G.P`s across health and social boundaries. · To make accurate and effective handovers to medical/nursing staff. · To maintain accurate and contemporaneous records of health assessment, implementation and evaluation of management and therapeutic interventions. Clinical Leadership To demonstrate positive role modelling of the profession. To provide the highest standard of professional and expert clinical leadership that influences advanced level of nursing practice in mental health and demonstrate positive role modelling of this role within the profession. To support staff development within their clinical and professional competencies and to provide supervision to staff and students as required. To encourage other staff to self-assess their knowledge and skills and challenge actions that is not in the interest of service users or the public. To evaluate and review service provisions and innovations and contextualise against contemporary healthcare policy that are relevant to the clinical area, and that impact on healthcare providers and local communities. To contribute to the consultation and engagement of service users in planning and developing service. To contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of evidenced based policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to the care of people with mental health conditions. To encourage staff members to utilise resources to attain and maintain high levels of medical and nursing care. To promote and develop the public health and wellbeing role of mental health nursing. To participate in CAG and organisational decision-making, interpret variations in outcomes data and information systems to improve quality in practice. To have current knowledge of the CAG financing system and its impact on the delivery of care. To participate in clinical governance initiatives as agreed by the directorate clinical governance committee. Lead the development of advanced mental health nursing practice in line with local and national agendas. PROFESSIONAL To work in accordance with our Code of Conduct and ensure that standards of practice are upheld. To receive regular clinical and managerial supervision To maintain and develop own professional knowledge and competence by keeping informed of advances and research pertaining to mental health care, ADHD and Autism. To participate in clinical and managerial supervision of junior clinical staff. To engage in self-reflection, audit and quality initiatives thus contributing to the development and improvement of the clinical services. To initiate training and assessment of competencies to appropriate members of staff. To contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of evidenced based policies, procedures and guidelines relevant to the care of people with mental health needs, autism and ADHD. AUDIT/RESEARCH To disseminate information, research and audit findings and lead on developments of advancing best practice at local and national level. To participate in legislative and policy-making activities that influence health services/practices. To work with the MDT to develop outcome measures that demonstrates improvements in the delivery of healthcare programmes. To act as a role model in the observance and delivery of equality and diversity of good practice. Advocates for quality and cost-effective healthcare. Promotes implements and evaluates effective evidence-based practice. To support or initiate, participate and disseminate clinical research and audit results through presentation to professional groups and publication. POLICIES To adhere to Trust policies and procedures. To maintain a safe environment for yourself and others, taking reasonable care to avoid injury. Co-operate with the Trust to meet statutory requirements. To provide statements regarding untoward incidents, as requested by line manager. To ensure all staff attend Trust mandatory training annually. To maintain registration and competencies and comply with Code of Professional Conduct and related documents. To sustain and improve own professional development by personal study, work-based learning activities, and by using opportunities provided by the Trust. To keep up to date with legal matters that may arise during course of duty. TRAINING The role will also be required to take on specific roles within the team based on their particular interests, expertise and training. This may include: Psychoeducation, or further education and / or training To have demonstrable skills in communication and with hard to engage service users and other patients. Ability to work in trauma informed, recovery focussed way. Ability to assess the patient motivation and health literacy, for learning and maintenance of health-related activities using principles of change and stages of behaviour change This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026

East London NHS Foundation Trust - London

PermanentPart time

Consultant Psychiatrist in Older Adults, for functional old age psychiatry inpatient care, Leadenhall ward, Tower Hamlets Centre for Mental Health, Mile End Hospital. This 10PA position The appointee will have clinical responsibility for the care of acute elderly male and female inpatients from Tower Hamlets, Newham, City and Hackney on Leadenhall ward. This full time post is inpatient based with an excellent, stable and well-resourced multidisciplinary inpatient team in Tower Hamlets Centre for Mental Health (Leadenhall ward). There are opportunities to work flexibly and good support from a collegiate consultant body within the older adults’ teams and TH Directorate. Anticipated start date 2ndNovember 2026 Closing date: 4th of September 2026 AAC panel interview date: 15th of September 2026 The post holder will be responsible for providing specialist mental health services to older adults living in Tower Hamlets including those with complex mental and physical health needs. The post holder will mainly deliver inpatient care for a patient population with functional illnesses, however there will be an overlap with organic illness. The post-holder will assume full consultant responsibilities for a proportion of service users under the care of Leadenhall Ward. ELFT- We provide a wide range of mental health, community health, primary care, wellbeing and inpatient services to young people, working age adults and older adults across the City of London, Hackney, Newham, Tower Hamlets, Bedfordshire and Luton. Outstanding CQC rating 2023. We care, We respect, and We are inclusive The 1.0 Whole Time Equivalent (WTE) job plan will be developed to meet the needs of the service and is envisaged to include7.5 PAs for direct clinical care (DCC) and 2.5 PAs for supporting programmed activities (SPA). The main duties of the post consist of providing consultant input to Leadenhall ward assessing patients, devising management plans and providing clinical leadership This advert closes on Friday 4 Sep 2026

UKCIL - Morpeth

£14.67 to £14.67 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Support Worker for a young adult P/T@ £14.67/hr in Morpeth - FTE - £28.6k Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 0cf6e6d1 🎨✨ Personal Support Worker Wanted – Join a Creative, Quirky World! ✨🎨 📍 Location: Morpeth 💷 Pay: £14.67 per hour ⏰ Hours: Starting at 10 hours per week (with potential to increase up to 20 hours) 🚗 Driver with own vehicle required (business insurance essential) 🖤 Are you creative, open-minded, and love a good laugh? This could be the role for you… We’re looking for a female Personal Assistant to support an 18-year-old creative, funny, and fiercely individual young adult living in supported accommodation. This isn’t your average PA role, it’s about connection, creativity, and helping someone build independence while celebrating who they are. 🎧 A Little About Him You’ll be supporting someone who is: 🎨 Passionate about art (digital & traditional) 🎸 Into punk & alternative music and going to gigs 🖤 A fan of dark British humour (Inside No. 9, Mighty Boosh, League of Gentlemen…) 👕 Loves expressive fashion & online shopping 🍜 Enjoys animals & Asian food 💬 Funny, quirky, and full of personality He connects best with people who are genuine, relaxed, and can share a laugh. 🌟 The Role You’ll be supporting him to build independence and enjoy life, including: Supporting community access & social activities Helping develop daily living skills Providing transport and support to education sessions (Heddon-on-the-Wall) Staying nearby during sessions & assisting with shopping afterwards Encouraging confidence and reducing reliance on family 🧠 What Matters Most We’re looking for someone who is: Calm, patient, and emotionally intelligent Flexible, resilient, and quick-thinking Confident supporting (or willing to learn about): Neurodivergence PDA Misophonia Situational mutism Respectful of independence and autonomy Able to build trust naturally (bonus points for a great sense of humour!) 💡 What You’ll Get ✅ Full training & ongoing support ✅ Close involvement from a supportive family team ✅ Paid holiday (5.6 weeks pro rata) ✅ Mileage expenses covered (agreed in advance) ✅ A genuinely rewarding role where you make a real difference ⚠️ Important Enhanced DBS (paid by employer) required Must be a driver with own vehicle Female applicants only (due to role requirements) 💬 Why This Role? This is perfect for someone creative, compassionate, and a little bit quirky themselves, someone who wants more than just a job, and instead wants to build a meaningful connection and help a young person thrive. 👉 Interested? Apply now and bring your personality, humour, and creativity to this unique role! Key Responsibilities Services Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Safeguarding Adults/Children Understanding challenging behaviour Autism / Aspergers Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Bishop Auckland

£13.50 to £13.50 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

PA required for 19 year old young male adult in the Tow Law area Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: 84b85093 We require a PA for a 19 year old male with learning disabilities and cerebral palsy. Ideally looking for somebody who shares the same interests. 20 hours over a 4 week period days and times will be confirmed and arranged in advance with mutual discretion. Support required with getting around although fully mobile help is required to keep client safe whilst out and about and whilst left without parents. Preparation of food when caring for client will be required. DBS check required. Driving licence/access to own vehicle essential. Liaise with family to plan activities. Knowledge of local area Durham and surrounding areas. Support managing money and community safety. Pet friendly. 13.50 ph. Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training Safeguarding Adults/Children Understanding challenging behaviour Food Hygiene Transportation Full UK driving license Own personal car Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com

UKCIL - Bristol

£12.60 to £12.60 an hour

On-sitePermanentPart time

Personal Assistant to Young Adult (20 Hours Per/Week) - £12.60 per/hour Apply at UKCIL.com. Reference: ca6265e2 Key Responsibilities Services Meal Preparation Domestic Care Social + Leisure activities Support to remain independent Training First Aid Autism / Aspergers Transportation Full UK driving license Please apply by clicking above or at ukcil.com