Nursing Associate - Early Intervention Team | Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust
Pennine Care NHS FT - Bury
£28,392 - £31,157 per annum
PermanentFull time
The post holder will work primarily with the Early Intervention team 4 days a week completing physical health checks but work with the Bury Treatment team for 1 day a week doing Depot injections and working in Clozapine clinics. Performing Physical health checks for patients open to the Early Intervention service working closely with the Consultant Psychiatrist and Team manager along with care coordinators for the client group. The post is both clinic based in the community and in patients own homes. We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop. Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work. All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer. If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including: • Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff. • Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance • Access to Continued Professional Development • Involvement in improvement and research activities • Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service • Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel To work as a Nurse associate in the community with the Early Intervention team and Treatment / Physical health teams. To perform physical health checks including BP monitoring, Pulse, venepuncture, ECG and administering depot medication. This advert closes on Wednesday 30 Sep 2026
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Specialist Physiotherapist - Critical Care | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS FT - Southampton
£39,959 to £48,117 per annum, pro rata
PermanentPart time
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: Specialist Physiotherapist - Critical Care Contract Type: Permanent Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 Specialist Physiotherapist to develop to join our General Intensive Care (GICU) therapy team at University Hospital Southampton (UHS). The team is led by experienced Band 7 critical care Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists and the role would be ideal for a Physiotherapist with a special interest in respiratory care in the critical care setting as well as rehabilitation of those recovering from critical illness. The role benefits from the support of a Band 8a critical care specialist. You will work as part of a combined therapy services team delivering patient care across a 7-day service, including weekends and bank holidays, on a roster basis. This will also include participation in the acute on-call respiratory rota. This post is part of the wider Therapy services department. You will have many opportunities to develop new skills and knowledge through our in-service training. You will be part of a large department of over 300 Therapy staff including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists and Therapy support staff. We have strong links with local Universities and host many student placements within our department. As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. This B6 Specialist Physiotherapy post will involve acute respiratory management of critically unwell patients therefore previous experience in critical care would be beneficial. Physiotherapists at UHS also lead on weaning from mechanical ventilation and support the wider MDT in management of complex tracheostomy patients. Rehabilitation is also an established part of our critical care service at UHS, having set up a successful Early Mobilisation Project in 2012. Alongside this we have recently received funding to provide post critical care rehabilitation on the wards to support patients experiencing the symptoms of Post Intensive Care Syndrome in their recovery journey. The role will part of an established static GICU therapy team and involve leading the team in the absence of the band 7. Band 5 staff rotate within the team on a 6 monthly basis, and the role would involve the supervision of band 5 staff both within the team and from a wider on call training perspective. Additionally, the role would be responsible for the supervision of band 4 therapy tech staff and students on placement within the team. The regional Head and Neck service is covered by the team on an inpatient ward, and this role would involve managing this caseload and supporting band 5 staff to see these patients. UHS has been a designated Major Trauma Centre since 2012 and GICU has 31 beds, providing both Level 2 and Level 3 care. The case mix is diverse and has a high acuity receiving not only trauma patients but also those from many regional and subregional specialties e.g. GI surgery and Head and Neck surgical patients. Please read the job description and person specification carefully and ensure you fulfil the criteria. Please note for this specific role we also need the following skills and/or experience: Essential: • Postgraduate senior skills and experience working in the field of acute critical care. This will include established skills in respiratory care, including experience in delivering comprehensive rehabilitation plans • Proven experience in doing shifts within an acute respiratory on-call service - including intensive care, adults and children • Evidence of postgraduate development to support enhanced skills and decision making • Experience working alongside and supervising/mentoring support staff or students • Knowledge and understanding of NHS procedures, ideally with personal experience • A clearly expressed desire to work in UHS Therapy services dept and in this clinical speciality, written as part of your application. • As we run a 7-day therapy service, flexibility is needed to work weekends and bank holidays on a rota basis as part of your working pattern. Desirable: • Postgraduate involvement in audit/research/clinical project/service development • Evidence of providing teaching to therapy staff and students Training and support can be offered to meet your learning requirements. We actively encourage all potential applicants to contact us to ask any questions you may have. Please note: • Before applying, please ensure you will be able to attend an interview in person, as we will include practical assessments as part of our interviews. • If you invited to interview, please dress in smart, comfortable clothing for the practical asst. • The interviews will take place in person on 8TH Oct • No virtual interviews will be offered, please do not apply if you will be unable to attend in person. • This post is for qualified Physiotherapists with postgraduate experience and not new graduates, please enquire about our newly qualified B5 posts separately. • We do not accept CV applications. • As part of these interviews, we may put names in reserve for similar B6 Physiotherapy posts, including fixed term opportunities. • Please be aware me may close the advert early if we get too many applications. • You will only be contacted if you are successfully shortlisted. • We are happy to answer any questions you may have. For other therapy opportunities please email: Annette.Purkis@uhs.nhs.uk We look forward to hearing from you This advert closes on Thursday 17 Sep 2026
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Rotational Ward Clerk | Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Tameside & Glossop NHS FT - Ashton Under Lyne
£25,272 pro rata per annum
ContractFull time
Rotational Ward Clerk (Band 2) 37.5 Hours - Fixed Term from 9 Nov 26 until 8 Nov 2027 Monday to Sunday 7:00am - 8:30pm (various shifts) Are you a confident, and flexible person, with excellent engagement, customer care, and communication skills, who can work as part of a creative and motivated team? If you are, we would really like to hear from you! We are looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic and caring individual to join our Rotational Ward Clerk Team, who likes variety and is able to work flexibly, efficiently and independently to support a range of services. The Rotational Ward Clerk role provides essential cover for the administrative roles that support our inpatient services here at Tameside Hospital; this will include; in patient Wards, Same Day Emergency Care & Early Pregnancy patient receptions, as well as general and specialist administration. There are a variety of shift patterns between the hours of 7:00am and 8:30pm across a 7 day footprint and the successful candidate must be flexible to work across these hours/day including bank holidays etc. Unsociable hours over weekends, Bank Holidays and hours worked between 8:00pm - 6:00am will receive enhancement payments. Important Notice on Visa Sponsorship Eligibility Please note that whilst the trust does offer sponsorship this role is unfortunatelynot eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Health and Care Worker visa route. This is due to the position not meeting the minimum salary threshold of £25,000 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. Providing a comprehensive ward reception and administration service, the post holder will, in collaboration with other ward staff, support patients, relatives and other staff members as a first point of contact. The Ward Clerk will update the Trust Electronic Patient Record (Lorenzo EPR) accurately and in real time whilst also ensuring patient case notes are available and appropriately maintained throughout each admission. 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 Monday 21 Sep 2026
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Outpatient Reception Supervisor | Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
Tameside & Glossop NHS FT - Tameside
£28,392 - £31,157 Pro rata per annum
PermanentFull time
Job overview Outpatients Reception Supervisor - Band 4 37.5 hours - permanent We are looking to recruit a reliable, enthusiastic and highly motivated individual to join our busy Outpatient Services team in providing a professional, efficient and patient-focused reception and clerical service across the Trust. The Outpatient Reception rota operates across seven days a week. Staff are required to work shifts between 7:00am and 8:00pm, Monday to Sunday, including Bank Holidays. The successful candidate must be able to support the flexibility of the rota and provide leadership across all reception areas to ensure service delivery is maintained. Computer literacy is essential as the post holder will be expected to utilise a range of Trust Patient Administration Systems, ensuring accurate input, maintenance and extraction of patient information in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. The successful candidate will be responsible for the day-to-day supervision and line management of the Outpatient Reception Team, ensuring that a high-quality, efficient and responsive service is delivered across the Trust seven days a week. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator or team leader looking to develop their management skills within a busy outpatient environment whilst contributing to the delivery of high-quality patient services. As a key member of the managementteam,thepostholderwillsupporttheAssistantDirectorateManagerintheoperationalmanagementoftheOutpatientReceptionServiceandprovideday-to-dayleadershipandlinemanagementtoreceptionstaffacrossmultipleoutpatientareas. Keyresponsibilitiesinclude,butarenotrestrictedto: •Day-to-daysupervisionandlinemanagementoftheOutpatientReceptionTeam •Conductingappraisals,one-to-ones,probationreviewsandperformancemanagementdiscussions •Managingattendanceandwellbeingprocesses,includingreturn-to-workinterviews,sicknessabsencemeetings •Supportingrecruitment,induction,traininganddevelopmentofstaff •AssistingwithworkforceplanningandproducingstaffrotasusingHealthRostertoensuresafestaffinglevelsandservicecontinuity •MonitoringserviceperformanceandsupportingthedeliveryofRTTandcancerpathwaytargets •Investigatingandresolvingoperationalandstaffingissues,escalatingwhereappropriate The successful candidate will be flexible to provide cross-cover across the seven-day rota when required. Computer literacy isessential,togetherwithexcellentcommunication,organisationalandleadershipskills,andtheabilitytoworkeffectivelyinabusyenvironmentwhilstmaintaininghighstandardsofpatientcareandcustomerservice. 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. This advert closes on Monday 28 Sep 2026
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Health Care Assistant - AMU | Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Liverpool
£25,272 per annum, pro rata
PermanentPart time
We have vacancies for an enthusiastic band 2 HCA to join our team on AMU 3. This is a great opportunity to join a well experienced team on this busy unit. We are looking for an individual who is passionate about providing high standards of nursing care and are keen to develop further. You must be enthusiastic team players who have excellent communication and organisation skills. **Please note this vacancy will close once sufficient applications have been received** As a HCA you will provide personal care and support to patients at their most vulnerable times. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide a compassionate, caring and safe environment for our patients. Your application should highlight your experience in order for the shortlisting panel to be able to select the most suitably qualified individuals to join our team. Some of your duties will include; • Assist patients in meeting their hygiene needs and carry out all aspects of personal care and grooming (to include emptying catheter bags). • Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care. • Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances as directed by individual care plans. • Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital. We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women’s NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients. UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West. Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women’s Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK’s largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services. For roles at Liverpool Women’s, visit their careers page. As a HCA you will provide personal care and support to patients at their most vulnerable times. You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide a compassionate, caring and safe environment for our patients. Your application should highlight your experience in order for the shortlisting panel to be able to select the most suitably qualified individuals to join our team. Some of your duties will include; • Assist patients in meeting their hygiene needs and carry out all aspects of personal care and grooming (to include emptying catheter bags). • Assist in the prevention of pressure sore development as directed by the Registered nurse in conjunction with the patient’s plan of care. • Enable patients to maintain/improve their mobility by use of exercise and mobility appliances as directed by individual care plans. • Undertake a range of clerical duties in the absence of or in support of the Ward Clerk to ensure a smooth running service This advert closes on Monday 28 Sep 2026
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Unified Communications Team Lead | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust - Salford
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum
PermanentFull time
We are seeking aUnified Communications Team Leadto provide technical and team leadership across a live, hybrid Cisco and Webex communications estate. The Organisation has completed approximately 50% migration to Webex, with the remaining estate expected to stay on Cisco platforms for the next 6-12 months. This role is focused on: · Stability, performance, and optimisation across both platforms · Managing the complexity of a dual-stack UC environment · Supporting voice and contact centre services in a business-critical healthcare setting You will act as the senior technical authority, ensuring reliable services while shaping future direction and readiness for eventual migration. As theUC Team Leader, you will be responsible for the operational management, performance, and continuous improvement of the organisation's hybrid Unified Communications environment. You will lead a team of engineers while providing technical leadership across Cisco UC, Webex Calling, Contact Centre technologies, and supporting network infrastructure. Owning and supporting a hybrid UC estate comprising Cisco CUCM, CUBE, Webex Calling and Control Hub, ensuring seamless interoperability, dial plans, call routing, and SIP integrations. Maintaining the stability, resilience, security, and performance of both Cisco and Webex platforms, including lifecycle management, upgrades, patching, and risk mitigation. Supporting and developing Contact Centre solutions, including UCCX and Webex Contact Centre, improving call flows, routing and agent experience. Ensuring the underlying network infrastructure effectively supports real-time communications through QoS, WAN, LAN, SD-WAN, firewall, and voice network optimisation. Driving operational excellence through proactive monitoring, service improvement initiatives, performance management, and reliability enhancements. Providing leadership, management, mentoring, and technical oversight to the UC team, ensuring effective prioritisation of support and improvement activities. Contributing to the strategic roadmap for Unified Communications services, helping prepare the organisation for future technology evolution and migration programmes. The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives. As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential to make a difference and we’re always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values - care, appreciate and inspire – to join our team. In return, we can offer you a job role with purpose and flexibility. The size and scale of the NCA means we can provide more challenge and opportunities so your career can always be moving in the right direction. By joining us you can also access a competitive benefits package, including, a fantastic annual leave allowance, flexible working opportunities and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities, helping you to achieve more personal downtime and a better work-life balance. To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website:www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk This advert closes on Tuesday 22 Sep 2026
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Children's Community Health Care Support Worker | Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust - Watford
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum pro rata
PermanentPart time
If you are Pioneering, Caring and Inclusive, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team. Ambitious and proud to provide world-class care, everyone who works at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust team plays an important role in making a difference to the care we provide for the Children and Young People. Would you like to join the Children's Community Nursing Team? Do you have a passion for delivering high quality patient care? We are looking to recruit 2 Paediatric Health care Support workers to join our team. For this role it is necessary that you are a caring and courteous individual that can work under pressure in a challenging environment. The post holders are required to work as part of the Children's Community Nurses Team in all community settings, including patient homes, special schools and clinics. There is commitment to ongoing educational development of staff to meet the changing needs of Children’s Nursing. The successful candidates will be offered bespoke competency based training, Phlebotomy skills as well as NHS mandatory training relevant to your role. Support will be provided by registered nurses and experienced Home Care Support Workers so that you gain the knowledge and skills required to care for these children. The Trust can support Health Care Support Workers to access the Nursing Associate programme. *Proposed interview date: 8th October 2026* Children's Specialist Nursing requires enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join the staff within this busy team. Our philosophy is to enhance family centered care, working in partnership with parents and carers and the wider multi-disciplinary team. The posts involve day to day participation in delivering a high quality, caring and efficient service for 0-19 year olds. The successful candidates will be required to work across the week, both alone and as part of the team. They will be expected to liaise with other healthcare professionals and agencies in a professional manner at all times. Experience of performing Paediatric phlebotomy by venepuncture is not essential, as training will be provided. You must hold a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so. A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You’ll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities Our staff are proud to beCaring, Pioneering, and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages We don’t want you to miss out so we’d like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible -Apply now You’ve made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we’re looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post throughrobust and thorough interview and assessment. • To obtain venous or capillary blood samples from children and young people. • To label specimen bottles accurately and place samples in appropriately labelled bottles and packaging for transporting to the relevant laboratory. • To conduct all procedures with an awareness of the child’s individual needs and respecting patient confidentiality. • To record appropriately in the patient’s electronic records in accordance to trust policy. • To approach the child with courtesy and give an age appropriate explanation of the procedure. • Obtain appropriate consent for the procedure being carried out. • Recognise and respond appropriately to an emergency situation. • When carrying out assessments document and sign all results and inform trained nurses/clinicians of abnormal results and outcomes of assessments. • To be responsible for highlighting and identification of child protection concerns to either the Children's Community Nursing Team Leader and Safeguarding lead at the Hertfordshire Community Trust and action concerns through child protection procedures. • Overseeing the stores and ensuring stock levels are maintained. Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19. Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud. This advert closes on Monday 28 Sep 2026
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Highly Specialist Neuro Dietitian | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust - Salford
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum
ContractPart time
Due to maternity leave. we are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Band 7 Specialist Neurology Dietitian to join our wider Neurosciences dietetic team, providing expert nutritional care to patients with complex neurological conditions. This is an exciting opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills within a specialist area, working closely with the wider MDT to provide patient centred care. You will manage a varied and rewarding caseload, providing specialist assessment and treatment for patients across a range of conditions. Working within on of the largest NHS organisations in the North West, you will be supported by an experienced dietetic team committed to high-quality patient care, service development and professional growth. Salford is home to the Manchester Centre for Clinical Neurosciences (MCCN), one of the largest neuroscience centres in the UK, providing specialist and tertiary services to patients across Greater Manchester and beyond. This offers a unique opportunity to develop advanced clinical expertise while working alongside leading specialists within a well-established neurosciences network. - Deliver a specialist dietetic service for patients with complex neurological conditions. - Undertake nutritional assessments and develop individualised care plans. - Manage and prioritise a complex caseload, adapting interventions to meet changing patient needs. - Provide specialist advice on malnutrition, weight loss, dysphagia, oral nutritional supplements and enteral feeding. - Participate in multidisciplinary clinics, ward rounds and team meetings, contributing expert nutritional advice. - Work collaboratively with consultants, specialist nurses, speech and language therapists, therapists and community teams. - Support patients, carers and healthcare professionals through education, training and advice. - Facilitate safe discharge planning and continuity of nutritional care. - Maintain accurate clinical records in line with professional and Trust standards. - Contribute to audit, quality improvement and service development activities. - Support and supervise students and junior members of the dietetic team where appropriate. - Maintain specialist knowledge and ensure practice is evidence-based and compliant with HCPC, BDA and Trust standards. Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place with an outstanding reputation. Salford is the place which is taking bold, pioneering steps towards delivering a world class, fully integrated care system for adults. Twice rated Outstanding by the CQC, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust is responsible for delivering a range of community and primary care services and specialist services to Greater Manchester and beyond. To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership. However, as members of ethnicity minority groups and individuals with disabilities are currently under-represented at this level of post, we would encourage applications from members of these groups. Appointment will be based on merit alone. This advert closes on Monday 21 Sep 2026
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Health Care Support Worker - Ward 16A | Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust - Aylesbury
£25,760 - £27,476 Per annum pro rata
PermanentPart time
An opportunity has arisen on the Emergency Surgical Floor, 16A, for candidates who are looking to step into healthcare for the first time, for those who are already in healthcare and want to work in a different speciality or want to work for an NHS Trust. Healthcare Support Workers play a crucial role in all aspects of care delivery for our patients. You will be joining a team of dedicated professionals who you will learn from on the job, we provide training to ensure you have the skills for the role and offer development opportunities to realise your career potential. You will be enrolled onto a healthcare support worker induction programme held each month, ensuring you feel supported as you take the first steps into your new career. Communication with other members of the organisation and respond appropriately Work towards completion of Band 3 competencies which include Vital Signs, Venepuncture, ECGSStoma care Assist with admission, transfer and discharge of patients. Make unoccupied beds and occupied beds. Assist patients out of bed, helping with dressing and undressing as required Wash/bathe patients in bed and in the bathroom. Care of hands and feet of patients in bed. Observe patients’ skin and report any red marks or blemishes to nursing staff in charge. Assist with manual handling and transferring of patients complying with the Trust Moving and Handling policyCarry out routine ward procedures Escort patients to the toilet.Report faulty equipment in need of repair Assist with unpacking and checking of stores as required Report when ward stock is low. Clean and tidy lockers and cupboards. Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! -BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk) 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. • We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes. • We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? • We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. • As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. • Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. • A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families. What do we stand for? • Ourvisionis to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. • Ourmissionis to provide personal and compassionate care every time. • Ourcarevalues are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable. 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 Monday 14 Sep 2026
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Health Care Assistant | Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust - Epsom
£30,630 - £32,346 pro rata per annum icl hcas
PermanentFull time
Working under the supervision of qualified nursing staff, the HCSW will participate and support the members of the multi-disciplinary team in delivering high quality patient care. Band 3 HCSWs will be expected to carry out specific skills depending upon the requirements of the clinical area. To provide efficient running of clinics within the department Provide nursing support where required (see Job description) Chaperone clinics where required Complete investigations required, within scope of practice Partaking in the paediatric phlebotomy clinic St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC). After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce. At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process. Direct patient care To practice the Care Certificate and support junior staff to achieve the standards. Communicate with tact, empathy, overcome barriers to understanding e.g. Patient's with physical impairment, mental health conditions or learning disabilities. To assist with nursing care as instructed by the registered nursing staff. To care for the patient’s personal clothing, property and valuables in accordance with relevant Trust policies. To assist with the moving and handling of patients and loads, using the correct moving and handling aids and techniques, in accordance with Trust policy, local guidelines and risk assessments. To ensure that patient privacy and dignity are respected at all times and that nursing care is patient focused. To demonstrate an awareness of the importance of patient confidentiality and ensure a safe and secure environment at all times. To perform patient observations e.g. temperature, pulse, blood pressure, respiration, urine testing, height & weight and to record these correctly in the patient’s records, reporting any abnormality or change in these to a qualified nurse. Undertake a limited range of delegated clinical care duties relevant to the specific clinical area following training and or competency sign off, for example, ECG, urinalysis, catheter removal, MRSA screening swabs, blood glucose monitoring, pregnancy testing, observing patients for signs of agitation or distress, providing heightened observation through, recording of allergies on EPR and other clinical tasks where training/competency sign off deemed appropriate for a Band 3 HCSW. This would also include venepuncture (cannulation could be included but only in specific areas according to Trust policy). To work within own personal/professional limitations and seek help of others to maintain safe practice. Take an active role in maintaining effective communication with all disciplines, patients and relatives, liaising with the trust’s MDT as appropriate, to ensure complete holistic care is provided and harm free care is monitored. Demonstrates an understanding of nursing care plans and utilises them in line with Trust policy and procedure. Reporting to registered nurses any problems or concerns arising during observation of or conversations with patients and carers. To report faulty equipment to the relevant department for repair. To transport, as required, clinical specimens, blood and blood-products as per Trust policy. To support and reassure patients during clinical procedures or treatment. To escort patients to and from the outpatient area if required and if the patient is stable. In addition to the main skills above, there may be other clinical skills required of the role. Maintenance of the environment: To assist the ward team to keep the ward/clinical area tidy, including storage cupboards, sluice, equipment and treatment rooms. To assist in the checking, unpacking and storing of items delivered to the clinical area. To ensure that all equipment is cleaned after use, in line with Trust policy. To be aware of, and demonstrate adherence to, the Trust’s policy on infection control and waste disposal. To adhere to the principles of universal precautions in all aspects of patient care. To run errands as requested to assist in patient care/smooth running of the clinical area. To assist in the signposting of health promotion advice as appropriate to the role and in line with own level of competence. To liaise with the clinical team to ensure that maintenance problems are reported to the Estates maintenance desk promptly. To adhere to the recommendations for the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health and risk assessments appropriate to the clinical area. Customer Service To answer the telephone in a courteous manner and relay both oral and written messages accurately and promptly. To greet all visitors to the ward courteously and in a professional manner. To establish and maintain good relationships with visitors, relatives and staff, helping them to find their way around the clinical or ward environment and hospital site. To be punctual at all times. Professional Development To participate in the Trust’s Individual Performance Review process and demonstrate commitment to ongoing professional development by working towards the objectives agreed within an annual Personal Development Plan. To assist with the induction and ongoing development of Band 2 HCSWs and other support staff and learners, acting as a role model and buddy. To understand own level of responsibility and accountability in relation to qualified nurses. Identify own learning needs and produce a personal development plan in conjunction with the ward manager/ line manager. Take part in reflection and appropriate learning from practice, to maintain and develop competence and performance. All HCSWs recruited to the Trust ,will be required to attend designated study days, and complete relevant activities and competency assessments, whilst working towards achieving this award within a culture of life-long learning. General To have responsibility for the health, safety and welfare of self and others, and to comply at all times with the requirements of the Health & Safety regulations. To promote equal opportunities for staff and clients in accordance with St George’s Healthcare NHS Trust policies. To ensure that no person receives less favourable treatment than another does on the grounds of sex, marital status, race, religion, creed, colour, nationality, ethnic or national or sexual orientation. To comply with the Trust’s No Smoking Policy To be clean, tidy, and smart in appearance by wearing the correct uniform at all times as per Trust policy. To perform any duties as may be required from time to time that are consistent with the responsibilities of the role and the needs of the service. To work at all times within the policies and procedures of St George’s Healthcare NHS Trust. To be familiar with the Patient Administration System (PAS) and Electronic Patient Record (EPR) and any other computerized system integral to the running of the ward or clinical area. To report all accidents, incidents, and complaints as per Trust policy and to participate in their investigation and management. To attend annual mandatory training in: basic life support, fire and manual handling. To attend mandatory training in: • Blood glucose monitoring The HCSW works under the direct supervision of a qualified nurse at all times and must acknowledge when a particular task is outside of her/his role or competence. This advert closes on Tuesday 15 Sep 2026
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