Healthcare Assistant | Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Tameside & Glossop NHS FT - Ashton under lyne
£25,760 - £27,476 Pro-rata Per annum
ContractPart time
Healthcare Assistant - Outpatients Department Band 3 12 Months temporary contract - Maternity cover starting December 2026 A new and exciting opportunity has arisen and we are currently looking for a caring and enthusiastic individual to join the Outpatients nursing team within the Clinical Support Services Division as a Health Care Assistant. As part of this role, you will be required to participate in training and development activities related to the job role. Under the direction of the Sister/Charge Nurse you will help us to ensure that we provide a clean, safe and comfortable environment for our patients. Applicants should be excellent communicators and have a positive approach to patient care. A polite and courteous manner towards patients and relatives will be essential for this role, together with your ability to work under pressure, as part of a team as well as organising your own workload. Flexibility is required as part of the role as the service works 6 days a week Monday to Saturday and also covers evening clinics until 8pm during the week. Previous outpatient experience is desirable but not essential as training will be provided to ensure you have the skills required to fulfil the position. Care certificate qualification is required for this post. Job Summary: The post holder will work under the direct supervision of a registered health care professional and be responsible for providing personal care for patients and a range of clinical duties/ tasks, always ensuring that actions are undertaken by the individual following appropriate training and within their sphere of competence. Provide training, direction, and supervision to junior staff. Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners. We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate: • Compassion • Accountability • Respect • Excellence We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people. Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more. The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills,experienceand knowledgerequired. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded. The person specification below is not the full personspecification butoutlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Sep 2026
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Consultant Rheumatologist | Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Tameside & Glossop NHS FT - Ashton-under-Lyne
£113,565 - £150,569 per annum
PermanentFull time
Consultant Rheumatologist We are looking for 1 dynamic and motivated individual to join our Rheumatology Department at Tameside. The hospital team currently consists of 4 consultants, with an expanding specialist pharmacy and nursing team, The department has good links with the University of Manchester and other Rheumatology centres within the North West Deanery and also with Primary Care colleagues locally. This post represents an exciting opportunity to join one of the pioneering integrated care organisations in the country which is transforming the way care is delivered to improve the health of the population it serves. Not only does this post provide exposure to a variety of clinical settings but also the opportunity to be at the core of transforming our services to provide a truly integrated model of health care to our population. The Rheumatology team have been pivotal in some key service transformations within the Trust such as implementing Model A (DMARD) hospital transition, developing an Early Arthritis Pathway, Giant Cell Arteritis Pathway and initiating a Fracture Liason Service. We are happy to consider applications for full time or part time candidates. Informal discussions and/or visits to meet the team are more than welcomed. Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust seeks to appoint a consultant on a 10 Programmed Activity (PA) job plan in the specialty of Rheumatology. Part time or flexible working (e.g. weekends and evenings) will be considered. Specialist interests (such as research) will also be considered for the right candidate. The role will include assisting in optimising pathways enhancing the service offered to the local community and linking in with tertiary centres with opportunities to participate in junior doctor training and research. We are committed to driving service improvements promoting best practice in the management of patients with rheumatological diseases, including inpatient admissions and outpatient clinics. Candidates will be required to manage the workload of the Rheumatology Department. You should be on the Specialist Register of the General Medical Council or be in receipt of the Certificate of Specialist Training (CCT) within six months of the date of interview. Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners. We have a clear set of values & behaviours which we expect all of our staff to demonstrate: • Safety • Care • Respect • Communication • Learning We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population. We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & Disabled people. Benefits include; flexible working, 27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays, sick pay, NHS Pension Scheme, free eye tests and health checks, gym discount, free bicycle loan scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance, and much more. The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focusses on the qualifications, skills,experienceand knowledgerequired. These documents are attached and can be downloaded. The person specificationdetailedbelow is not the full personspecification butoutlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed. This advert closes on Tuesday 13 Oct 2026
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Health Practitioner Assistant - ICRAS | Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust - Southport
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum
PermanentPart time
A post has become available within our dedicated Urgent and Intermediate Care team and will be an amazing opportunity for anyone with a passion and interest in Hospital Avoidance/Home First Health Care. You will provide personal care for a range of vulnerable and frail adults within their own homes and in designated bed based areas across a large geographical area. The bed base is within our diverse Community Care Division and will involve residential and respite facilities with all care taking place under the supervision of our highly skilled Urgent and Intermediate Care Nursing & Therapy staff. You will deliver and assist with low level therapy programmes that have been set by senior therapy staff, with the opportunity to provide constructive feed back to the senior staff on any issues and progress concerning the individual client/patient. The post holder is responsible for the delivery of clinical care and support under the supervision of a registered nurse/therapist to a defined population. Supported by a Nurse or therapy practitioner, they will deliver care within the boundaries of their role. They will work effectively and collaboratively within the team to meet the needs of patients, support the delivery of policy and procedures and provide clinical leadership. Ensure the delivery of the quality strategy within the designated area incorporating establishment of systems and processes. Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands. We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities. At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details and requirements of the role. This advert closes on Sunday 13 Sep 2026
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Support Worker – Fife Housing Support & Care at Home (Supported Living)
Capability Scotland - Dunfermline
£13.45 to £14.12 an hour
On-sitePermanentFull time
Support Worker – Fife Housing Support & Care at Home (Supported Living) Locations: Dunfermline & Rosyth Hours: 4 x 37 & 2 x 18.5 hrs/week available, permanent contracts Pay: £13.45/hr (+ £14.12/hr night premium) | £25,947.47 p.a. pro-rata Make a Real Difference Every Day Are you looking for a rewarding, flexible role that fits around your life? Whether you’re studying, balancing family commitments, or seeking a meaningful job in the charity sector, Capability Scotland could be the perfect fit. For over 75 years, we’ve been delivering person-centred services that empower disabled people to live independently and on their terms. Our values—kindness, inclusivity, honesty, aspiration, and creativity—guide everything we do. Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that truly changes lives. About the Role As a Supported Living Support Worker, you’ll help adults with complex physical and learning disabilities: Live independently in their own homes or adapted small adapted residential settings Access the community and enjoy activities such as shopping, cinema visits, football matches, and themed days Receive personal care and practical support, including mobility, medication, dressing, mealtimes, housework, and laundry Build confidence, independence, and a sense of belonging Job Description: Support Worker (Res Resp) No two days are the same, and your role will make a lasting impact on the lives of those you support. What We Offer £13.45/hr (£25,947.47 p.a. pro-rata) with £14.12/hr nightshift premium Fully funded SVQ qualification – yours for life Permanent contracts: 4 x 37 hours & 2 x 18.5 hour contracts available Rolling rotas so you can plan your life outside of work 32 days’ holiday, increasing to 37 with service Free PVG checks £600 refer a friend scheme Pension scheme with up to 8% employer contribution Perks & discounts: Blue Light Card, Concerts for Carers, shopping schemes 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme *Benefits are subject to contractual terms. About You Experience preferred but not essential — full training provided Driving license and access to vehicle essential Flexible, caring, and committed to person-centred support Ready to make a genuine, positive difference every day Key Information Locations: Dunfermline (KY12) & Rosyth (KY11) Shift patterns: Days (typically 7am–2:45pm), Backshifts (2pm–10pm), Nightshifts (10pm–7am), over 7-day rolling rotas - one in three weekends off. Weekend-only or relief/bank roles available. This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship Join Our Team Bring your compassion, energy, and creativity — we’ll provide the training, support, and inclusive workplace where you can thrive. We are One Voice, One Charity, One Spirit. #OneCapability. Apply now and help adults live life their way. Important information: This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Why Capability Scotland? At Capability Scotland, you'll join a supportive team where your compassion, energy and commitment genuinely change lives every day. We value our people and invest in their development through training, qualifications and excellent employee benefits. Apply Today Click Apply Now and upload your CV (and optional covering letter). For an informal chat about the role, contact mhairi.coulston@Capability.Scot. (Ref - CS080926) Important Information We reserve the right to extend or close this vacancy early, therefore we would encourage you to apply without delay. Capability Scotland is committed to providing an inclusive workplace where all forms of difference are valued, and which is free from any form of unfair or unlawful treatment. We define diversity in its broadest sense – this includes but is not limited to our diversity of educational and professional backgrounds, experience, cognitive and neurodiversity, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, religion or belief and ethnicity and geographical provenance. We support a culture that values meritocracy, fairness and transparency and welcomes enquiries from everyone. Due to the high volume of applications expected, we advise that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply to work with us. This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme and a satisfactory PVG Scheme Record/Update. The successful candidate will be required to undergo the appropriate Disclosure Scotland vetting checks prior to appointment.
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NHS 111 Integrated Urgent Care Clinical Advisor - Milton Keynes
South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust - Milton Keynes
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum
PermanentPart time
A Vacancy at South Central Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust. NHS 111 Integrated Urgent Care Clinical Advisor NHS 111 Clinical Advisors – salary: Band 6 (£39,959 - £48,117) + unsocial hours allowance as per section 2 Agenda for Change. Are you equipped to evaluate a person in the midst of a stroke or heart attack, and equally prepared to provide support to someone suffering from a sore throat or toothache? Can you handle the responsibility of calming someone in a mental health crisis or comforting a distressed parent whose child has taken a fall and bumped their head? The 111 Service fields a diverse range of calls, meaning that no two calls are ever the same. As an initial point of contact for patients, you have the opportunity to significantly impact their care and overall experience. Full and part time positions available. We're now inviting new team members to join our upcoming training courses starting in September and October 2026. Apply now to secure your place and kick-start your journey with us! You need to be aware of the stresses of the job and what impact they may have on you as an individual. Please consider these points carefully before applying for this role. This is an office based role in our Milton Keynes office, home/remote working is not available. We cannot provide sponsorship for this role. Working with NHS 111 is a demanding but highly rewarding career where you’ll realise you’re making a difference to patients who use the service every day. Are you’re seeking a fresh challenge or a change of work environment? Are you interested in working in a modern, fast-paced, dynamic and adaptable service that responds to the ever-evolving need of the public? Would you like to be part of a supportive team that prioritizes high-quality patient care and the continuous professional development of its staff? We’re on the lookout for dependable, compassionate, and enthusiastic clinical advisors to join our motivated, friendly, and hardworking clinical team. Your role will involve calling patients to clinically access their symptoms while collaborating in a multidisciplinary team, including health advisors, nurses, paramedics, mental health practitioners, pharmacists, and more, all to ensure that each patient receives the right care, in the right place, the first time. You need to be a good communicator with an excellent telephone manner. It is essential that you are computer literate and keen to learn new skills. You must be passionate about high quality patient care and be caring and able to remain calm under pressure. • Training and support from our dedicated in house education team. • A nationally recognized qualification in Pathways. • Access to continual professional development and opportunities within SCAS and the NHS • Occupational Health support along with an Employee Assistance Programme. • Enrolment into the NHS Pension Scheme • NHS Discounts in over 200+ stores including Holidays, Days out, Car insurance, Restaurants and Clothing. You will need to be able to commit to a9-week full time training programmewhich will be fully paid. If you have; • NMC registration or • HCPC Registration • At least 3 years minimum post registration experience • Registered general nurse (RN1, RNA) • Triage experience • Ability to remain calm under pressure • Good level of computer literacy • Ability to communicate effectively • Recent professional clinical experience • Prepared to work 5/8 weekends in a 4-week period and the shifts are 6/8 hour in length. Desirable Requirements: • Motivated towards further professional development • Understanding of Clinical Governance and audit practices • Flexible working approach This advert closes on Sunday 13 Sep 2026
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SEND Clinical Support Worker | Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust - Liverpool
£25,760 - £27,476 Pro rata/per annum
PermanentFull time
The School Health Service provides support to children, young people and their families through a progressive universal model of service delivery, tailored to assessed need. The service provides a range of health and wellbeing interventions, including screening, developmental reviews, health promotion, and information and guidance to support positive parenting and healthy lifestyle choices, in line with current School Health priorities. The post holder will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote and maintain the health, wellbeing and development of children and young people with mild to moderate and severe learning difficulties, including those with complex medical needs. The role will involve delivering high-quality, child-centred clinical care within the school environment, working collaboratively with education staff, families and other professionals to ensure children and young people receive safe, effective and inclusive health support The post holder will support the delivery of the School Health Service by managing and prioritising their own clinical administration and workload, maintaining accurate and confidential school health records, and contributing to the collection and processing of health data and statistics. They will work closely with school staff, children, young people and the wider school health team, supporting health screening, immunisation programmes, New Entrant interviews, public health and health promotion activities. The role will also involve mentoring and supporting new team members, students and colleagues, attending team meetings and contributing to service development, audit and quality improvement. Following appropriate training and competency assessment, the post holder will undertake clinical duties including the administration of medicines and the care of children and young people requiring interventions such as urinary catheter care, PEG feeds and the use of specialist equipment in school and community settings. The post holder will work within Trust policies, procedures and competency frameworks, maintain mandatory training, promote safeguarding and confidentiality, and ensure that all care and practice meets the required quality and safety standards. Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands. We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities. At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. The post holder will work as an integral member of the School Health Team, supporting the delivery of the Healthy Child Programme, including the National Child Measurement Programme (NCMP), health screening and health promotion activities. The role will also involve working within school settings to deliver clinical interventions and provide care to children and young people with identified health needs, under the appropriate delegation, supervision and competency framework of a senior member of the team. The post holder will contribute to providing safe, effective and child-centred care, working collaboratively with school staff, families and other professionals to promote positive health outcomes. This advert closes on Friday 11 Sep 2026
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Divisional PA - Unplanned Care | The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The Hillingdon Hospital - Uxbridge
£36,943 - £44,900 per annum (incl. of HCAA)
PermanentFull time
This is a great time to join The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Divisional PA. To provide efficient Personal Assistant and Administrative secretarial support service to members of the Division of Unplanned Care. They will have responsibility for ensuring that all administrative processes are efficient and effective and enable the team and the Trust to meet high standards of performance. Proficient in diary management, minute taking and highly organised, the post holder will handle highly confidential and sometimes very contentious and sensitive information of a personal and financial nature and will therefore be relied upon to observe and comply with specific and implied confidentiality rules and policies when dealing with this data. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities. The Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the only acute Hospital in the London Borough of Hillingdon and offers a wide range of services including accident and emergency, inpatient care, day surgery, outpatient clinics and maternity services. The Trust’s services at Mount Vernon Hospital include routine day surgery, delivered at a modern treatment centre, a minor injuries unit and outpatient clinics. The safety and well-being of our patients and of our staff is paramount and we are making urgent improvements to address this – particularly in infection prevention and control. We are making progress and going forward by working in partnership with local GPs, charities, community services, academic partners, our local authority, neighbouring hospitals and the wider North West London Integrated care system, and ensuring that we listen and work in partnership with our local population. We are absolutely focused on ensuring that our hospitals provide high quality, safe and compassionate care, while drive forward the building of the new Hillingdon Hospital. We have over 3,500 members of staff that are proud to care for nearly half a million people, with a vision to be an outstanding provider of healthcare through leading health and academic partnerships, transforming services, to provide the best care where needed. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a full list of role requirements and main responsibilities. This advert closes on Thursday 24 Sep 2026
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Health Care Assistant Apprenticeship | The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust - Sutton
£30,142 Per Annum
ApprenticeshipFull time
Bud Flanagan East Ward is a 16 bedded unit caring for patients with Leukaemia, Myeloma and Lymphoma throughout their treatment pathway. On the ward, we undertake a variety of bone marrow transplants including sibling, unrelated and cord donors. Our partner ward, Bud Flanagan West, cares mainly for patients undergoing autologous transplants and also manages our Ambulatory Inpatient Service. The unit offers a pleasant environment for patients ensuring their comfort needs are met in a relaxed setting. We are committed to providing the highest quality care and maintain consistently high standards in a professional and friendly atmosphere. In return for your commitment, we can provide flexible working patterns to help maintain your work/life balance. We are dedicated to supporting all staff and do so by providing individualised professional development opportunities and excellent staff support facilitation. Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date due to a high volume of applications. Group interviews are planned to commence on 22 September 2026 but are subject to change. Please note: Although the application form states that a personal statement is required, candidates will be shortlisted based on their responses to the application questions. Therefore, you may put NA for the personal statement section. The Apprentice Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) will work under the supervision of registered nurses and the shift co-ordinator to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients, with a particular focus on those receiving cancer treatment. This role is designed to support learning and development, providing structured training through the Care Certificate and Level 2 Apprenticeship programme, while contributing to the safe and effective running of the clinical area. As an integral member of the nursing team, the apprentice will: 1.1 Provide safe, respectful and efficient nursing care in line with agreed care plans. 1.2 Develop an understanding of the needs of patients with cancer and the various treatment pathways. 1.3 Contribute to maintaining an efficient, safe, clean and supportive environment for patients, carers and colleagues. The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital. At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do. At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements. For further information please refer to the Job Description & Person Specification: • Work towards completion of the Care Certificate standards. • Monitor and record patients’ vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, oxygen saturation) under direct supervision and report abnormal results and concerns to nursing staff. • Accurately measure and record height and weight. • Undertake delegated clinical tasks relevant to the area (e.g., ECGs, urinalysis, MRSA screening, documentation in digital health records) once competency has been achieved and approved. • Assist patients with nutrition, including menu completion and feeding support, in collaboration with ward hosts/hostesses. • Apply infection prevention and control practices, attending all mandatory training and be willing to challenge others poor practice where necessary. • Escort patients and their belongings between wards/departments. • Collect medications from pharmacy and blood products from the laboratory (following training and assessment. Meets all government criteria for apprenticeship funding, including appropriate visa status, required period of UK residency, and no prior learning or experience at a level that would prevent funding approval. This advert closes on Friday 25 Sep 2026
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Occupational Therapy Assistant - Coniston | Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust - Whiston
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum
PermanentFull time
An opportunity has arisen for a full time Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) position for applicants with an interest in working with people with a range of mental health conditions on Coniston Ward. The successful applicant will be working as a key member of the occupational therapy service department at Coniston ward. We are looking for caring and committed individuals who can facilitate group activities, 1:1 sessions and assist the qualified occupational therapy staff as required. The post is working across a 7 day service, alongside a part time OT, which meets the needs of the service users. The post holder will be responsible for assisting in the development and delivery of treatment and care plans where appropriate under the direction and supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist and in collaboration with the Ward Manager. The post holder will be required to actively work as part of The Multi-Disciplinary Team. The Post Holder will be expected to work in an innovative way to support the smooth running of the Ward and will be required to offer individual and group activities alongside Occupational Therapy staff. Theses duties will extend to using The Occupational Therapy Process to assist in assessment, planning and the implementation of Therapeutic Activities within an In-Patient Mental Health Setting. The Post Holder will be required to work collaboratively and flexibly with Nursing and Support Worker staff to ensure meeting the diverse needs of service users and the function of the wards. Mersey Care is one of the largest trusts providing physical health and mental health services in the North West, serving more than 1.4 million people across our region and are also commissioned for services that cover the North West, North Wales and the Midlands. We offer specialist inpatient and community services that support physical and mental health and specialist inpatient mental health, learning disability, addiction and brain injury services. Mersey Care is one of only three trusts in the UK that offer high secure mental health facilities. At the heart of all we do is our commitment to ‘perfect care’ – care that is safe, effective, positively experienced, timely, equitable and efficient. We support our staff to do the best job they can and work alongside service users, their families, and carers to design and develop future services together. We’re currently delivering a programme of organisational and service transformation to significantly improve the quality of the services we provide and safely reduce cost as we do so. Flexible working requests will be considered for all roles. Under the direct or indirect Clinical Supervision of a Qualified Occupational Therapist you will undertake the following duties: To support, with direction, Service Users’ with activities throughout the therapeutic day. This will be under the supervision of senior Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Psychological Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists. Undertake specific tasks within Occupational Therapy assessments with Service users using a Person Centred Approach in order to assist the Occupational Therapist to identify appropriate Occupational Therapy interventions. Work innovatively and effectively and take responsibility for carrying out a range of activities under non directive supervision where the overall goal is clear to support and deliver the provision of a programme of meaningful and purposeful activities of daily living that relate to Service Users Formulation and Goal Plans. Assist in planning and facilitate both individual and group work with Service Users and take an active role in implementing agreed plans/tasks in familiar or defined contexts. To support the Service Users’ to engage with their Shared Activity Planner and support the Service Users’ to engage in their choice of activity. There is an expectation to engage with service users on enhanced observations as part of their recovery journey Be fully involved in The Occupational Therapy Process to ensure Service Users increase their independence and well being through skill and knowledge development and apply clinical reasoning to this approach. Participate in the provision of a varied and interesting range of timetabled activities that support Service Users to achieve identified goals. Exercise initiative and independence in carrying out delegated activities at a Professional level. Be aware of, and apply, the principle of risk assessment and management to all aspects of clinical work including, where appropriate, the provision of information to The Multi Disciplinary Team. Maintain the health, safety and security of others and contribute to and comply with risk assessment. To contribute to formal Occupational Therapy record keeping and reports and provide feedback on Service Users occupational functioning. Assist in the development of treatment and care plans where appropriate Undertake delegated tasks to contribute to the safe and smooth running of the service. Work closely with The Multi Disciplinary Team at all times and involve Nursing Staff and Support workers fully in activity sessions. To maintain links with other agencies, both statutory and voluntary in order to support recovery and discharge planning Take some supervisory responsibility for the work of others in the implementation of routine work within identified and agreed scope of practice. Participate in the management of incidents in line with The Trusts Policy and Procedure. Where appropriate be involved in clinical audit activity. Collate information about resources – both within the service environment and in the community – for Service Users access/utilisation. Receive clinical supervision from a Qualified Occupational Therapist on a regular basis. Maintain a safe working environment with particular regard to the environment and Occupational Therapy resources and equipment. Facilitate/Co-facilitate and support service users to attend service user forums, core integrated therapy groups, care pathway groups and risk related treatment programmes and undertake any training required as part of these integrated groups. This advert closes on Sunday 13 Sep 2026
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