Clinical Nurse Specialist in Palliative Care
NHS Jobs - Sheffield
Negotiable
ContractFull time
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification. ******We strongly encourage all applicants to review their right to work eligibility before submitting an application to help avoid any disappointment during the recruitment process. This role has been assigned occupation code 2236 using the CASCOT coding tool. Under current Home Office guidance for further information on occupation codes, sponsorship eligibility and right-to-work requirements, please visit: Skilled Worker visa: Your Job GOV.UK.Skilled Worker visa: eligible occupations and codes - GOV.UK Diversity Statement At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
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Band 3 Care Support Worker
NHS Jobs - Trowbridge
£25,500 to £27,098 a year
PermanentFull time
About the Company We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UK’s leading independent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services. Across England, we support communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team. We’re a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone. While it doesn’t happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and we’ll need to close it earlier than the date we’ve shown here. If you’re keen to join our team, we’d love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can. To find out more about HCRG Care Group, please visit https://www.hcrgcaregroup.com/about-us-2 0
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Safeguarding Officer – Care-Experienced Learners
TEC Partnership - Beverley
from £28,150 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Safeguarding Officer – Care-Experienced Learners (26/326) £28,150 per annum 37 hours per week Permanent Location: Any North Bank TEC Partnership Site TEC Partnership is made up of four colleges, two training providers, a 14-16 provision and a nursery, stretching from Scarborough to Skegness with a Nottingham based campus also. At TEC Partnership we offer high‑quality education, innovative training, and life‑changing opportunities to thousands of students each year. Our student support staff are passionate about making a real difference to our learner's potential and helping them to thrive in their next steps. We are now looking for someone who shares that commitment to join us in the role of Safeguarding Officer – Care-Experienced Learners. About the role TEC Partnership are looking for a Designated Teacher to join the safeguarding team. The role will provide a consistent point of contact for learners with care experience and, where relevant, other learners who need coordinated support. The role helps the college recognise barriers to learning early, respond appropriately and make sure these learners can access education, pastoral support and progression opportunities on an equal basis with their peers. As our Designated Teacher, you'll be a champion for learners with care experience and those facing additional challenges. You'll help identify support needs, promote high aspirations, monitor learner wellbeing and progress, and ensure learners receive the right support at the right time. Working closely with colleagues, families and external agencies, you'll play a key role in helping learners thrive and successfully transition into their next steps. This role requires travel between sites and local authorities, so a full clean driving licence is essential. About the person We are seeking a committed and compassionate professional to support care-experienced and vulnerable learners across our college. This is a key role for someone who can build trusted relationships, work collaboratively with staff and external agencies, and help learners overcome barriers so they can thrive in further education. Experience supporting young people or vulnerable learners, ideally in further education or safeguarding is essential. We're looking for someone with a strong understanding of safeguarding and the needs of care-experienced learners, who can build positive relationships and work effectively with learners, colleagues and external partners. You'll be a confident communicator with excellent organisational skills, able to handle sensitive situations with professionalism, compassion and resilience. Above all, you'll be committed to inclusion, equality and helping every learner achieve success. You will hold a recognised safeguarding, youth work, learner support or related qualification, along with GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent Level 2 qualifications). What we offer In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as. Pension Membership 30 Days Annual Leave pro rata, plus bank holidays Christmas Closure Days Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statute)* Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)* Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant 24-hour Employee Helpline – Free and confidential Cycle to Work Saving Schemes Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan – monthly payments UNUM Dental Cash Plan – monthly payments Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym etc If having read the job description you are interested in this role, please press the “Apply Online” button and send us your application. The closing date for this advert is 18th October 2026 The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace. Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers. All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required. Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.
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Senior Care Assistant (Yr Ysgol)
ivolve care & Support - Swansea
from £14.95 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
Do you have a QCF Level 3 qualification in Health and Social Care and are looking for a new challenge? We are looking for qualified Health Care Practitioners to join our such as 16-bed nursing home in Ystradgylais supporting a mix of male and female with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour’s, Huntington's disease, acquired brain injuries and dementia. Our Health Care Practitioners (HCP) are caring and supportive people. We wouldn’t be the first to say it either. What’s involved as a Health Care Practitioner: You’ll care for people with lots of different complex needs, such as mental health, dementia, challenging behaviours, acquired brain Injury and Huntington’s disease We take time to get to know people irrespective of ability or disability, we aim to empower individuals to be as involved as they can be in control of their life. There is of course practical support too and helping people to reach their goals in smaller ways. You’ll provide personal care, maintain health needs, hygiene as well as keep things tidy and safe. As a Health Care Practitioner, you will get to work alongside the Registered Nurses in Nursing settings where, in the opinion of the senior team a Health Care Practitioner would help the Home Manager / Nurse in Charge deliver safe and effective nursing care. You’ll take charge of a specified clinical area. e.g., floor or unit, and ensure the area is managed safely and effectively. You will be required administer medication safely and effectively with the support of a Registered Nurse. Maintain clear and accurate records in relation to the administration of medication in the records of the people who live with us and their Medication Administration Record (MAR) charts. Also, maintain clear and accurate records in relation to the well-being and welfare of the people who live with us in their daily records/entries. Why choose us? Proudly recognised by The Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years, and winners of the 2026 Health and Social Care Industry Award, we’ve built a culture where people can thrive every day. Our rewards and benefits include: Access to our exclusive ivolve extra discounts platform Your birthday off following a qualifying period Weekly lotto draws winning cash prizes Scratch card prizes for reward and recognition Flexible working patterns and options Development opportunities through our internally run academies External development opportunities Yearly colleague awards and recognition events Professional PIN paid for (NMC for Nurses, SCW for care and support workers) Salary advance scheme (after a qualifying period) In addition, we provide full training and on-going development, all we ask is that you bring the right attitude and a genuine desire to support others.
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Band 3 Care Support Worker
NHS Jobs - Trowbridge
£25,500 to £27,098 a year
PermanentFull time
Package Description: Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in peoples lives? HCRG Care Group is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Band 3 Care Support Worker to join our friendly and supportive, Childrens Continuing Care Team. In this rewarding role, you will provide designated, highquality care for children with complex medical needs within the community and in their own homes. This is a part-time role working 27 hours per week, however, we are happy to discuss alternative hours. Main Responsibilities: Being part of the childrens continuing care teamwill involve - Caring for children in their own homes, this will involve waking night shifts, day shifts and evening shifts, where you will be required to look after and respond to different health needs whilst parents get some sleep and rest. Being confident to look after children who have complex health needs and require medical technology such as ventilators, feeding tubes, and oxygen. You will receive full training in all aspects of a childs care and will work with a trained colleague whilst you are learning these new skills, which are reviewed regularly. Keeping accurate records of the care you provide. Communicating effectively and professionally with children and families in our care. Working to and providing care in line with the childs care plan. Recognising when a childs health is deteriorating and following the advice and actions in the care plan. Please see the job description attached for a full list of responsibilities. The Ideal candidate will have: Essential: Understanding the impact of providing/receiving care in the home for children with complex medical needs and their families Ability to participate in training of new staff in a variety of settings, including theory training, and training within family homes. Full UK driving license and use of a car. Willingness to travel across the whole of Wiltshire and Banes as required. Flexible and reliable. Willingness to work towards experienced to teach part of Competency Framework. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to relate to children. Adaptable and motivated. Must maintain confidentiality. Trustworthy. Caring, patient and observant. Ability to learn theoretical/practical skills. Desirable: NVQ 3 in health or social care or recognized nursery nurse qualification. GCSE in Moths and English. British Sign Language level 1. Makaton. Experience of relevant clinical procedures and technology dependence. Minimum of 1yr experience working with children with complex health needs. Minimum of 1yr working with children in other setting, e.g. nursery, respite service. Recognise own strengths and weaknesses. Recognise own needs for support and development. Package Description As a Care Support Worker, youll be part of our valued team based at Derby Court, Wiltshire. You will feel valued as a Care Support Worker within HCRG Care Group, receiving access to exclusive rewards and benefits including: A salary of £25,500 - £27,098 Pro Rata with access to our group pension Free tea, coffeeand milk at your base location Membership of My Reward Hub, giving you access to discounts on every day purchases like grocery shopping as well as cashback and voucher offers for treats for you and those special to you Access to your wages as you earn them to help cover lifes emergencies and avoid overdraft fees or high interest rates Online and face to face help with your mental and physical wellbeing from healthy recipes and activity challenges through to post trauma support, legal, debt and life management help, as well career coaching and counselling Access to eLearning, bespoke career pathways and opportunities for continuing professional development through our Outstanding learning and development team, The Learning Enterprise An open, just culture where youre encouraged to have and implement ideas which can help us deliver our purpose: changing lives through transforming health and care backed up by at least £100,000 of ringfenced innovation funding each year About the Company We change lives by transforming health and care. Established in 2006, we are one of the UK's leadingindependent providers of community health and care services, working with health and care commissioners and communities to transform services with a focus on experience, efficiency and improved outcomes. We deliver and transform adult and children community health services, primary care services including urgent care, sexual health, dermatology and MSK services as well as adult social care and wellbeing services.Across England, wesupport communities of many millions and directly help more than half a million people each year - guided by our simple values: we care, we think, we do. We'recommitted to equal opportunities and welcome applications from a broad, diverse range of people who want to join our team.Were a Disability Confident Committed company, so we work to provide facilities, work environment adjustments and technical solutions to be as inclusive of everyone. While it doesnt happen often, sometimes a role is very popular, and well need to close it earlier than the date weve shown here. If youre keen to join our team, wed love to hear from you so please apply as soon as you can. As youd expect, safeguarding and protecting the children, young people and vulnerable adults that we work with is of the utmost importance so we have policies and procedures in place to promote safeguarding and safer working practices and everyone who joins the team is subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Finally, we need to let you know that the company youll work for is part of HCRG Care Group Holdings Limited and by applying for this job well need to process and hold information about you. If you would like to know a little more about how we use your information, please see our website's privacy policy.
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Teacher of Animal Care 2026/LD004)
Teaching Vacancies - Peterlee, County Durham
PermanentFull time
What skills and experience we're looking for Main Duties of the Role: Do you have a passion for animal care and a talent for inspiring the next generation? East Durham College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Animal Care Teacher to join our team and lead engaging, high-quality lessons across a range of levels. What you’ll do: • Deliver dynamic and inclusive lessons in animal care, using innovative teaching methods and technologies. • Support and guide students to achieve their full potential, providing constructive feedback and encouragement. • Lead assigned programmes, ensuring effective organisation, assessment, and administration. • Collaborate with colleagues to design and develop curriculum content that reflects industry needs and prepares students for future careers. • Monitor student progress, maintain accurate records, and contribute to quality assurance processes. • Build strong relationships with employers, parents, and stakeholders to enhance the reputation of the college. • Participate in student visits, events, and wider college activities. What the college offers its staff What we offer: • 45 days annual leave + Bank Holidays. • Teacher Pension Scheme with up to 28.68% employer contributions. • Access to a Cash Healthcare Plan. • Free Gym Membership. • Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity and Adoption leave. • 3 days paid emergency leave per year. • Various Paid and unpaid leave for other needs. • Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate. • Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon. • Free onsite parking. • On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 yoa). • Cycle to work scheme and much more. • Access to free Beamish Tickets. Commitment to safeguarding Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
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Care Worker - Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
Housing 21 - Gateshead, Tyne and Wear
£13.48 to £13.48 an hour
PermanentPart time
Hours: Zero Hour Contract Are you looking for a career that’s both rewarding and offers opportunities to develop, but dread the thought of a desk job? Do you want to finish work knowing you’ve made real a difference to someone’s life? If this sounds like you – we’ve got the perfect match! As a Care Worker with Housing 21 you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team as you work together to support our residents. Once you’re at work that’s it – no travelling between calls as residents live independently in their own apartments within our schemes, which also offer communal lounges, gardens, cafés/bistros and hair salons for them to enjoy. Working with familiar residents and colleagues every day, you’ll build strong relationships and feel part of the Extra Care family. We want to make sure you feel valued too and have developed our offer to set us apart from the wider care sector. Our Care Workers: • Are paid by the hour, not by the job. £13.48 per hour, full time equivalent £24,601 per annum (based on working 35 hours per week) • Receive benefits including Holiday Pay, Occupational Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and access to our Health Cash Plan • Will be supported to achieve relevant qualifications • Can join our Extra Care Academy - support and training to progress into management Is it for me? You don’t need experience or any qualifications to be a Care Worker; just a positive attitude and kind manner. In fact, if you have ever cared for a relative or friend, raised children, or helped a neighbour with shopping or gardening you have already displayed a lot of the skills we require! We offer full training together with recognised qualifications and, if you want to take your career in care a step further, joining our Extra Care Academy can help you progress into a management role. Many of our Managers and Assistant Managers in Extra Care started out as Care Workers in our schemes. All you need is: • To be kind and friendly • Good written and verbal English communication skills • Commitment to undertake necessary further training • A genuine desire to help people • Reliability and flexibility • The ability to use your initiative • To remain calm under pressure About the role Everyone is different but what stays the same is our commitment to offering high standards of care to all our residents regardless of their care needs – enabling them to live their best lives. Our residents tell us how important our Care Workers are to them, being a friendly face, brightening their day and helping to make life worth living by doing the simplest of things. Tasks can include: • Supporting with household and domestic tasks, such as laundry, shopping, cleaning, and financial transactions such as paying bills. • Making meals, drinks and snacks where necessary. • Encouraging and enabling residents to follow agreed care plans. • Assisting residents with getting up in the morning, providing personal care including washing / bathing and dressing; helping with undressing and going to bed in the evening, as well as providing help and ensuring medication is taken as required. • Putting resident wellbeing at the heart of the service, going the extra mile to ensure our residents can live their best lives and ensuring managers and key agencies are kept informed of progress. The benefits At Housing 21 we’re proud to be bucking the trend as a care provider we offer a range of impressive benefits including: • Holiday Pay • Occupational Sick Pay • Occupational Maternity Pay • Health Cash Plan • Blue Light Card (offering discounts across retail, hospitality and leisure) • Car Lease Scheme • Cycle to Work Scheme • Uniform provided • Employee Assistance Programme • 50p hourly enhancement for all Level 2 • Training and development to fulfil your career aspirations An offer of employment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced disclosure check, satisfactory references, and induction training. Closing Date for applications 14 October 2026 Due to the nature of this role this advert may close earlier than the closing date listed and once sufficient applications have been received. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
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Care Worker - Nights - Ipswich, Suffolk
Housing 21 - Ipswich, Suffolk
£14,454.28 to £14,454.28 a year
PermanentPart time
Hours: 20 per week Shift Pattern: 21.00 - 07.00 Are you looking for a career that’s both rewarding and offers opportunities to develop, but dread the thought of a desk job? Are you a people person who can strike up a conversation with anyone? Do you want to finish work knowing you’ve made real a difference to someone’s life? If this sounds like you – we’ve got the perfect match! As a Care Worker with Housing 21 you’ll be part of a friendly, supportive team as you work together to support our residents. Once you’re at work that’s it – no travelling between calls as residents live independently in their own apartments within our schemes, which also offer communal lounges, gardens, cafés/bistros and hair salons for them to enjoy. Working with familiar residents and colleagues every day, you’ll build strong relationships and feel part of the Extra Care family. We want to make sure you feel valued too and have developed our offer to set us apart from the wider care sector. Our Care Workers: • Are paid by the hour, not by the job. £13.86 per hour, full time equivalent £25,295 per annum (based on working 35 hours per week) • Receive benefits including Holiday Pay, Occupational Sick Pay, Maternity Pay and access to our Health Cash Plan • Will be supported to achieve relevant qualifications • Can join our Extra Care Academy - support and training to progress into management Is it for me? You don’t need experience or any qualifications to be a Care Worker; just a positive attitude and kind manner. In fact, if you have ever cared for a relative or friend, raised children, or helped a neighbour with shopping or gardening you have already displayed a lot of the skills we require! We offer full training together with recognised qualifications and, if you want to take your career in care a step further, joining our Extra Care Academy can help you progress into a management role. Many of our Managers and Assistant Managers in Extra Care started out as Care Workers in our schemes. All you need is: • To be kind and friendly • Good written and verbal English communication skills • Commitment to undertake necessary further training • A genuine desire to help people • Reliability and flexibility • The ability to use your initiative • To remain calm under pressure About the role Everyone is different but what stays the same is our commitment to offering high standards of care to all our residents regardless of their care needs – enabling them to live their best lives. Our residents tell us how important our Care Workers are to them, being a friendly face, brightening their day and helping to make life worth living by doing the simplest of things. Tasks can include: • Supporting with household and domestic tasks, such as laundry, shopping, cleaning, and financial transactions such as paying bills. • Making meals, drinks and snacks where necessary. • Encouraging and enabling residents to follow agreed care plans. • Assisting residents with getting up in the morning, providing personal care including washing / bathing and dressing; helping with undressing and going to bed in the evening, as well as providing help and ensuring medication is taken as required. • Putting resident wellbeing at the heart of the service, going the extra mile to ensure our residents can live their best lives and ensuring managers and key agencies are kept informed of progress. The benefits At Housing 21 we’re proud to be bucking the trend as a care provider we offer a range of impressive benefits including: • Holiday Pay • Occupational Sick Pay • Occupational Maternity Pay • Health Cash Plan • Blue Light Card (offering discounts across retail, hospitality and leisure) • Car Lease Scheme • Cycle to Work Scheme • Uniform provided • Employee Assistance Programme • 50p hourly enhancement for all Level 2 • Training and development to fulfil your career aspirations An offer of employment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of an enhanced disclosure check, satisfactory references, and induction training. Closing Date for applications 14 October 2026 Due to the nature of this role this advert may close earlier than the closing date listed and once sufficient applications have been received. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.
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Registered Care Home Manager (Clinical)
Harbour Healthcare Ltd
£65,000 to £70,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Registered Care Home Manager Clinical 📍 Treetops Court Care Home, Park Road, Leek, Staffordshire ST13 8XP We are offering a £2000 joining bonus should you be successful Ready for Your Next Leadership Challenge? You must have a minimum of three years experience as a Home Manager Are you an experienced and passionate Care Home Manager looking for a fresh opportunity with a growing, family-run organisation that genuinely values its people and residents? At Harbour Healthcare, we are proud to provide exceptional standards of Nursing, Residential and Dementia care across our expanding portfolio of care homes throughout England and Wales. We are now seeking an outstanding Clinical Registered Care Home Manager to lead our team at Treetops Court Care Home in Leek. About the Role As Home Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading the home with compassion, professionalism and vision. You will inspire your team to deliver person-centred care of the very highest standard while ensuring the home remains fully compliant, commercially successful and a warm, welcoming environment for residents and families alike. You will use your clinical and operational expertise to: Lead and develop a high-performing care team Deliver exceptional standards of person-centred care Build strong relationships with residents, relatives and healthcare professionals Ensure full compliance with CQC regulations and governance standards Drive occupancy, quality and continuous improvement Create a positive culture where residents and staff thrive About You We are looking for an experienced and motivated leader who: Has a minimum of 2 years experience in a management role. Holds a Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification Has experience managing a 40+ bedded Nursing and Dementia care home Has a strong clinical and operational background Has experience commissioning or supporting newly opened services Has excellent knowledge of CQC regulations Is passionate about delivering outstanding care Is a confident people leader who motivates and develops teams Leads with warmth, integrity and professionalism Why Join Harbour Healthcare? At Harbour Healthcare, we believe our teams are the heart of everything we do. We are proud to offer a supportive and rewarding workplace with excellent benefits, including: ✨ Discounts on shopping, travel, fashion, entertainment and more ✨ FREE face-to-face counselling for you and your family ✨ Employee of the Month awards with £30 voucher rewards ✨ Career progression and ongoing training opportunities ✨ Salary sacrifice pension scheme ✨ Blue Light Card discounts at hundreds of retailers ✨ FREE eye tests and discounted glasses ✨ Cashback card saving up to £500 annually ✨ Access to wellbeing resources including: Meditation series Mental health support programmes Live virtual fitness classes Podcasts and wellbeing events Workout plans and mindset sessions ✨ Seasonal company events, competitions and incentives ✨ Refer-a-friend bonus scheme — earn up to £250 ✨ On-site parking About Harbour Healthcare Harbour Healthcare is a family-run organisation with 41 care homes across the UK, and we continue to grow year after year. Our values are at the centre of everything we do: Humility Accountability Achievement Passion Integrity We are proud recipients of multiple industry awards, including the carehome.co.uk Top 20 Awards for four consecutive years, alongside recognition as a Disability Confident Committed employer. Important Information All positions are subject to an Enhanced DBS check relating to Adults and Children. Interested? If you are ready to bring your leadership, passion and experience to a supportive and growing organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of the Harbour Healthcare family. #INDHP
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Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Care of the Elderly
UHCW NHS Trust - Coventry
£57,528 - £64,750 per annum
ContractPart time
A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust. A high profile, accessible and responsive leader with managerial and clinical responsibility for the delivery of Advanced Clinical Practice within Care of the Elderly and the Acute Frailty Service. Able to make informed decisions within their own speciality and scope of professional practice, involving patients and public to ensure agreed standards, targets and objectives are met. The post holder is an experienced healthcare professional qualified to Masters Level, who will act as a clinical leader within the older adult service. They will demonstrate safe, senior clinical decision-making and expert care, for patients providing appropriate clinical management plans and prescription of any medication required. The post holder will be required to work within all areas where Care of the Elderly patients may be housed. This includes the acute medical unit (AMU), Emergency Department (ED), Care of the Elderly wards, outlying wards, rehabilitation wards and supporting department development with community working, undertaking primary and secondary assessments alongside medical colleagues, providing support and guidance to nursing and medical staff in the management of Care of the Elderly patients. They will be instrumental in guiding junior medical and nursing staff in relation to relevant protocols and procedures. The post holder will assess the domains of a comprehensive geriatric assessment and order diagnostic investigations for patients presenting with frailty syndromes. • Co-ordinate the care of patients throughout their pathway with the multidisciplinary team and clinical services to ensure the effective management of this group of patients. • Accountable for own actions in accordance with their professional regulatory body requirements. • Will contribute to corporate objectives, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times. • Lead and deliver clinical care, across a variety of settings, according to national and local guidelines ensuring delivery of evidence-based care and working towards the Trust vision of providing a World Class Service. • Undertake an initial assessment to determine differential diagnosis, utilising advanced critical thinking and decision-making skills, deciding when necessary to refer to senior clinical colleagues. University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. • Act autonomously to assess, prioritise and provide expert clinical care which contributes to the patients’ treatment plan to ensure that optimum physical, psychological, and social care needs are met and ensures quality care. • Request and interpret relevant investigations to facilitate the development of the patient’s management plan. • Initiate the management of patients who are critically ill or deteriorating within scope of practice. • Proactively refer to other clinicians (own or other services) depending upon patients’ needs to deliver care beyond your limitations and scope of practice. • Proactively initiate treatment plans for patients requiring intervention and treatment ensuring ethically based considerations. • Proactively identify, diagnose, and manage treatment plans for patients at risk of developing long term conditions. • Undertake relevant clinical procedures to facilitate patient care within the service, supported by the appropriate training and supervision. • Autonomously assess, diagnose, and have the legal authority to independently prescribe. As an independent prescriber, the ACP is responsible and accountable for the assessment of patients with undiagnosed or diagnosed conditions and for clinical management decisions. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP. This advert closes on Wednesday 21 Oct 2026
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