Band 3 Special Needs Health Care Assistant (Traded Services)
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS foundation Trust - Birmingham
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum
ContractFull time
A Vacancy at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 3 Special Needs Health Care Assistant based at Victoria College to support the needs of students aged 19-25 with complex health and learning needs. The working hours are 25.0 hours/week over 5 days (Monday-Friday), 5.0 hours per day 10;00 – 15:00 Term-Time only. No weekend work is required for this role. If you have an NVQ level 3 in Care/Social Care and experience of working with adults, especially young adults with complex additional health needs, we would like to hear from you! • To assist with nursing care including delegated clinical procedures as set out in the Care Plan and following appropriate competency assessed training. • To assist students, where appropriate, encouraging self-care and achievement of independence. • To ensure accurate, timely and effective communication to the college nurse when receiving workload instructions and when reporting back information about students. • Liaise with parents/carers, on behalf of the college nurse or other professionals, over the telephone, giving support in relation to health issues. • Undertake home visits with members of the multi-professional team. • To maintain strict confidentiality in relation to all information and records. • Undertake appropriate action when concerns, e.g. adult protection issues, are identified, reporting to the college nurse and other relevant professionals and accurately recording issues/actions. • To work within Trust Policies and Procedures and within agreed clinical standards for the Service. BCHC is one of the largest Community Healthcare Trusts in the UK, and our Children & Families division provides both Specialist and Universal services to children and young people aged 0-19 across the city.TheBCHC Plusprogram enables educational settings to purchase additional clinical services, supplementing those provided under ‘core’ services funded by local health commissioning, and specifically meeting the individual health needs of pupils and students in 150 nurseries, schools and colleges. • To report any changes in the condition and/or circumstances of students to the college nurse. • To assist the college nurse to undertake health promotion activities with individuals or Groups including parent’s/carers. • Participate in audits as required. • Observes own personal duty of care to equipment and resources. • To take reasonable care for health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work and to co-operate with Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in adhering to the Statutory and Unit Safety Regulations. • To comply with the following: a) Trust Policies and Procedures b) Health and Safety Regulations and Fire Regulations • Undertake other duties commensurate with this grade of post in agreement with the relevant line manager. • To minimize the Trust’s environmental impact wherever possible, including recycling, switching off lights, computers, monitors and equipment when not in use. Helping to reduce paper waste by minimizing printing/copying and reducing water usage, reporting faults and heating/cooling concerns promptly and minimizing travel. Where the role includes the ordering and use of supplies or equipment the post holder will consider the environmental impact of purchases. This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Sep 2026
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Health Care Support Worker | East London NHS Foundation Trust
East London NHS Foundation Trust - Luton
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum inc HCAS (Hcas to be confirmed on appointment)
PermanentFull time
Please do not submit a new application if you have applied and been interviewed for this role with ELFT within the last three months. Health Care Assistants for Mental Health An opportunity has arisen for enthusiastic and caring people to work as health care support workers within our adult and older adult wards. There are a number of mental health wards across ELFT and we are seeking enthusiastic people with the right mindset to come and join our supportive and progressive teams. We are looking for caring and compassionate people, both experienced and inexperienced, to join our dedicated teams. To be successful in a Health Care assistant or Support Worker role, you will need to be forward thinking and have a keen interest in working with patients being nursed in a mental health settings. You will be working within a supportive multidisciplinary team, caring for patients with a wide range of needs. 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. Our care and treatment programmes are underpinned by principles of recovery and social inclusion and much of our work is co-produced with patients. You will help to ensure that the people we care for always have a strong voice. If you are committed to providing outstanding patient care with a sound knowledge of best practise, this is the opportunity for you. This advert closes on Wednesday 23 Sep 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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Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner | Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust - Widnes
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum
PermanentFull time
Applicants must be suitably qualified and experienced to specifically deliver step 2 / Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner work within an Talking Therapies service, with evidence of having completed an Talking Therapies improved low-intensity CBT course with at least one year post-qualification experience. We are looking to find an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner (Senior PWP) to join our step 2 leadership team at Talking Therapies Halton. Talking Therapies Halton is the provider of Talking Therapies primary care psychological therapies across Halton and this vacancy is for a full-time permanent position. The successful candidate will work alongside Team Leads, other Senior PWPs, and within Talking Therapies Halton leadership structure to ensure support and guidance is given to the step 2 workforce and the needs of the patients of Talking Therapies Halton serves are being met. The post-holder will be expected to: 1. *Support the Talking Therapies team KPIs with a focus on recovery* 2. Support the development of the Step 2 provision within a high pressured environment 3. Hold a reduced low intensity caseload and deliver evidence based interventions to clients in one-to-one and group settings 4. Be familiar with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and be committed to equal opportunities. 5. Develop, support and deliver training in innovative practice to Step 2 practitioners, and other workers qualified to act in Low Intensity worker roles 6. To develop the service and provide awareness raising with colleagues from external statutory and non-statutory organisations - To take a lead role in a key area of Step 2 development across Talking Therapies Halton service which may include work with long term conditions, older adults, or groups/courses 7. Support the development of links with Primary Care, Secondary Care, GP’s and service users in non-statutory organisations, especially services supporting minority groups 8. Provide clinical case management, Clinical skills groups, possible line management for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners and trainees. 9. To lead on nominated core tasks which could include courses, trainees, recovery, CBT 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. 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. The post-holder will be expected to: 1. Support the development of the Step 2 provision within a high pressured environment 2. Hold a reduced low intensity caseload and deliver evidence based interventions to clients in one-to-one and group settings 3. Be familiar with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and be committed to equal opportunities. 4. Develop, support and deliver training in innovative practice to Step 2practitioners, and other workers qualified to act in Low Intensity worker role 5. To develop the service and provide awareness raising with colleagues from external statutory and non-statutory organisations 6. To take a lead role in a key area of Step 2 development across Talking Therapies Haltonservice, which may include work with long term conditions, older adults, or groups/courses 7. Support the development of links with Primary Care, Secondary Care, GP’s and service users in non-statutory organisations, especially services supporting minority groups 8. Provide clinical case management, possible line management, and occasional clinical supervision to Step 2 Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners and trainees This advert closes on Sunday 20 Sep 2026
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Health Care Support Worker - Endoscopy | Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust - High Wycombe
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata for part time
PermanentPart time
The Band 3 Healthcare Support Worker plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of a safe, effective, and patient-centred Endoscopy service. Working under the direction and supervision of registered nurses and the wider multidisciplinary team, the post holder will assist in the care of patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures, ensuring high standards of care, patient experience, and service efficiency. Patient Care • Assist with the admission, preparation, and discharge of patients attending the Endoscopy Unit. • Support patients before, during, and after endoscopic procedures, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and wellbeing. • Undertake delegated clinical duties, including recording vital signs, patient observations, and specimen collection, in line with competency and local policies. • Escalate any concerns regarding patient condition promptly to the registered nurse. Clinical Support • Prepare procedure rooms and equipment for endoscopy lists. • Assist clinicians and nursing staff during procedures as required. • Ensure endoscopy equipment is cleaned, stored, and maintained in accordance with infection prevention and decontamination standards. • Support stock management, ordering, and replenishment of clinical s Why colleagues think we are "a great place to work!"? What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes. We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates. We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community. Please contact Pam.Daley@nhs.net (Armed Forces Covenant Lead) if you would like guidance or assistance with your application. We make employment decisions by matching our service needs with the skills and experience of candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert. If you are an internal applicant there is the option for secondment, all applicants must have the endorsement/support of their line manager prior to application. If you have a disability that makes submitting this online application difficult and would like assistance, please contact us on bht.recruitment@nhs.net quoting the vacancy reference number. This advert closes on Wednesday 23 Sep 2026
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Library Assistant | Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Tameside & Glossop NHS FT - Ashton-under-Lyne
£25,760 - £27,476 Pro rata
PermanentPart time
Library Assistant - 35 hours per week This role will work across two NHS organisations – Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust and Stockport NHS Foundation Trust. The role will be hosted by Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust and therefore, whilst working across two sites for both organisations, your employment contract will be with Tameside & Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust. The duties will be the same at each Trust. Knowledge and Library Services (KLS) facilitate access to the most up-to-date and relevant healthcare information. This enables high quality, evidence-based decision-making in patient care, personal development for our colleagues and research innovation activity across our trusts. This role is based in the library at each hospital site and involves all aspects of working on a library enquiry desk. The post holder will be the first point of contact for library users, both in-person and online. You will work with a small, highly motivated KLS team to provide exceptional customer service to NHS colleagues ensuring they can access the information they need. You will play a key role in promoting the library service and resources, raising awareness within the trusts and encouraging their use, with the end goal of improving patient care. You will be a strong communicator who is confident and can communicate well with a broad range of colleagues, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills. The post holder will provide administrative support for the team and carry out duties such as book ordering and processing. This is an exciting opportunity to develop and enhance your career in library services. 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 specifications focusses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. 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. Important Notice on Visa Sponsorship Eligibility Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship this role is unfortunatelynot eligible for visa sponsorshipunder the UK Skilled Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting theminimum salary threshold of £41,700 per annum and/or the required skill level set by UK Visas and Immigration. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity and encourage applications from candidates who already have the right to work in the UK. This advert closes on Friday 18 Sep 2026
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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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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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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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Assistant Practitioner - Neuro Rehabilitation | Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust
Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust - Prescot
£28,392 - £31,157 per annum
PermanentFull time
**Previous candidates need not apply.** We are looking for a Therapy Assistant Practitioner with a special interest and extensive experience in neuro rehabilitation to join our Liverpool Community Neuro Rehab Team. Our team is a specialist integrated team of Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists, working together to provide intervention for adults in the community setting covering the Liverpool footprint. If you’re passionate in helping patients living with neurological conditions, this is an exciting opportunity to support them to maximise independence, function and quality of life within their own homes. We would encourage applications from individuals who share our commitment to delivering outstanding patient care. • Assess, plan and implement individualised programmes of care within the skills and competencies expected of the role • Work collaboratively within the team and with other providers to deliver local and national health priorities and objectives • Deliver therapeutic interventions in line with national quality and standards and Trust policies. • Actively support work colleagues and patients with compassion and courage acting as at their advocate and champion • Be accountable for own clinical practice • Work within the skills and competencies expected of the role • Communicate effectively with patients and carers recognising the need for alternative methods of commination to overcome different levels of understanding, cultural background and preferred ways of communication • Lead on health promotion • Support clinical staff in managing long term conditions • Participate in supervisions, development sessions, undertake all relevant mandatory training • Participate in audits as required by the organisation • Travel across the footprint of the organisation 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. **Previous candidates need not apply.** This advert closes on Sunday 13 Sep 2026
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