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Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist Critical Care | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust - London
£58,133 - £65,261 pa inc HCA
PermanentFull time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a senior specialist occupational therapist to work as part of a growing Occupational Therapy team within an established and dynamic Critical Care multi-disciplinary team. We seek an individual who is autonomous, forward-thinking and enthusiastic to work with us within the critical care inpatient and follow-up clinic role. The successful candidate will manage a variable clinical caseload with a complex critical care caseload across site and within clinic. Our large and well-established multi-disciplinary critical care team will support the successful candidate to further enhance and extend their assessment, intervention and complex clinical assessment and rehabilitation within this the critical care environment. The role requires working extended hours (as part of follow-up clinic role). You will be expected to deputise for the Clinical Specialist when indicated to manage the wider critical care team and clinical support of the service as needed. You will be part of a developing service with excellent quality improvement, research and service development opportunities. Occupational Therapy in critical care is a new and emerging area and GSTT as part of Kings Health Partners and South East London Critical Care networks are working towards a robust, clinically excellent and evidence based practise occupational therapy service. • To provide a high-quality expert Occupational Therapy service to a specialist caseload of patients on critical care, high dependency units, and patients attending the critical care follow-up clinic. • To manage a complex caseload within critical care (inpatient & outpatients) using advanced clinical reasoning, critical thinking, reflection and analysis to support assessments, using a client-centred approach. • To be responsible for providing leadership for occupational therapists within team including junior staff, technical instructors and occupational therapy assistants, through supervision and performance management. • To assist junior staff in the management of complex cases requiring advanced clinical reasoning. • To support clinical specialist occupational therapist, and advise on developments within occupational therapy and critical care, and related Trust-wide projects. • To be responsible for the maintenance and development of own continuing professional development, identifying and contributing to the evidence-base of occupational therapy. • To educate occupational therapy students on practice placements. • To apply a client-centred approach and current evidence-base to assess, treat patients and implement, evaluate and document occupational therapy interventions. • To support the management of the occupational therapy service as required by the Heads of Service. Guy’s and St Thomas’ is among the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in south London and as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services. We have a reputation for clinical excellence and high quality teaching and research. We are part of King’s Health Partners, one of eight accredited UK academic health sciences centres. In partnership with King’s College London we have dedicated clinical research facilities including an MHRA accredited Phase I clinical trials unit. Patients are at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on ensuring the best possible patient experience as well as safe, high quality care. We are proud to have one of the lowest mortality rates in the NHS. Following a comprehensive Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection in 2019 we maintained our overall rating of ‘good’. Our adult community services achieved a rating of ‘outstanding’. The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care. Clinical 1. To be responsible for providing individualised and client-centred assessments to critical care and managing the most complex cases, addressing occupational performance skills, patterns, context and activity demands, in collaboration with patients and carers, as an autonomous practitioner. 2. To provide occupational therapy input within the critical care environment which is occupation-focused. This practice will be justice-led and champion equity, diversity and belonging for the critical care caseload, including awareness to the religious, sexual- orientation, cultural and values-based practice of occupational therapy practice. 3. To demonstrate a good understanding of physical disability and long-term condition management, including common conditions and treatments in the critical care environment. 4. To demonstrate a sound understanding of ventilation and tracheostomies in critically ill patients, in order to safely treat, rehabilitate, goal-set, and plan for onward referrals/ discharges. 5. To undertake occupational therapy specialist multi-needs assessments, using complex and advanced clinical-reasoning, demonstrating critical thinking, reflection and analysis, to develop meaningful occupation-focussed treatment plans. 6. To carry out specialist complex physical and functional assessments, and interventions, including the use of standardised assessments and interventions, to treat critically ill caseload including but not limited to: Neurological assessment; visual assessment; and upper limb assessment and management, including splinting and oedema management. 7. To provide advanced assessment, interventions and advice for critically ill caseload who present with delirium and cognitive impairment, including evidenced-based assessment, intervention and management. 8. Prepare and disseminate reports, data and onwards referrals, that can include highly sensitive information regarding clinical examination, assessment, and prognostic indicators for functional performance. This may include recommendations for end of life care, disability management, and inpatient rehabilitation referrals. 9. To provide clinical leadership and act as a source of clinical expertise and advice within the critical care and Lane Fox team, and as a resource for other teams as appropriate. 10. To develop collaborative treatment plans and goal-setting with patients, carers and colleagues, both in the hospital and patients home environment, demonstrating ethical clinical-reasoning and problem-solving techniques, to determine agreed outcomes, across health and social care. 11. To maintain high professional standards, continuously promoting and developing quality improvements initiatives appropriate to the needs of the occupational therapy service and profession. 12. To be responsible for the clinical and managerial needs of the caseload, ensuring clinical governance, quality assurance and occupational therapy professional standards are met. 13. To undertake complex risk assessments, and to advise others in determining appropriate management, specifically relating to moving and handling, safe use of equipment, pre-discharge access assessments, and home assessments, ensuring safety during occupational therapy interventions, both in hospital and the patients home. 14. To understand and apply national guidelines and legislation relating to health and social care in occupational therapy practice. 15. To take a lead in developing and implementing clinical training programmes and in-service training for occupational therapy staff and other professionals. 16. To lead the occupational therapy critical care follow-up clinic service through the provision of occupational therapy assessment, interventions and social-prescribing, including: onwards referrals; specialist condition management; cognitive assessment; and vocation rehabilitation advice for caseload. Managerial 1. To operationally lead and manage designated occupational therapy staff within the critical care teams, including delegation for the clinical specialist occupational therapist. This includes providing effective guidance, supervision and performance management, including the education and management of students on practice placements. 2. To comply with relevant legislation such as Health and Safety, Medical Devices and Data Protection Act, in particular relation to provision of hoists, related accessories, and manual handling equipment. 3. To support the clinical specialist and occupational therapy critical care team (and wider occupational therapy department) to champion staff wellbeing, encourage reporting of areas of concern, and promote access to trust support structures where required. 4. To contribute to the Trusts, Directorates and Teams Clinical Governance and Quality assurance programmes, setting and monitoring practice standards within the occupational therapy service, and in liaison with interdisciplinary colleagues. 5. To inform the occupational therapy service of changes in clinical practice which may influence occupational therapy service delivery, business planning and strategic reviews, to support the delivery of the annual occupational therapy plan, meeting agreed objectives. 6. To ensure accurate and up-to-date records of all professional judgements, decisions taken, and related statistical information, are kept and reported in accordance with occupational therapy policies for both inpatient and outpatient services (critical care clinic). 7. To participate, as required, in the recruitment selection and induction of junior occupational therapy staff. 8. To participate in the operational planning and implementation of policy and service development within occupational therapy, and critical care, leading on delegated projects. 9. To undertake any other duties not listed, commensurate within the Band 7 grade. Communication 1. To articulate and work to the value-base and principles which underpin occupational therapy practice, representing the unique role of occupational therapy in relation to interdisciplinary working. 2. To understand and effectively communicate at an advanced level, the emerging role of occupational therapy in critical care, and promote the benefits of the role, including latest evidence-base and guidelines, to the wider MDT. 3. To use advances interpersonal skills to communicate challenging and sensitive information, with regards to prognosis and recovery, ensuring additional measures are taken for vulnerable patients, or where there may be barriers to understanding. 4. Utilise formal and informal reporting mechanisms, including electronic reporting, to ensure effective communication across health and social care, including representation at multidisciplinary collaborative forums and networks. 5. Use effective interpersonal skills to encourage and to motivate patients and carers active participation in the occupational therapy process. 6. Use verbal and non-verbal communication to receive and disseminate complex clinical information in all therapeutic, educational programmes and professional contexts, acknowledging sensitivity, and utilising approaches appropriate to the complexity of the context or culture. 7. Maintain confidentiality consistent with Trust and Service policies. 8. Act as an advocate on behalf of patients and carers, by adopting a client-centred approach, to support meaningful participation in occupations and life roles. Professional Development 1. To maintain professional status and competence at a senior level, taking responsibility for keeping own knowledge and skills up-to-date, by engaging in and directing continuous professional development and lifelong learning, in line with HCPC professional standards. 2. To actively participate and facilitate internal and external post-registration education programmes. 3. Use supervision monitoring and performance development plans to promote clinical and personal effectiveness of self and others. 4. Share expert acquired clinical knowledge and skills with colleagues and peers, both at a local and national level. Research Audit and Quality 1. To commit to evidence-based practice by undertaking and contributing to audit projects and research opportunities, relevant to occupational therapy within critical care and the follow-up clinic. 2. To participate in Therapies Directorate research forum and activities, to develop research knowledge and skills base. 3. To develop designated occupational therapy service audit reporting findings and actions, at local and directorate levels. This advert closes on Sunday 6 Sep 2026
Added on 22 Aug 2026
Save to favouritesSenior Support worker- Pharmacy Aseptic unit | Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Blackpool Victoria hospital
£25,760 - £27,476 per annum
PermanentFull time
The Technical Services department within Pharmacy is looking for an enthusiastic individual to become an integral part of our Aseptic Service team. You will provide support to the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit by undertaking the manufacture and dispensing of ready to use, patient specific, aseptically prepared injections including cancer chemotherapy. You will be required to complete documentation, perform complex calculations and undertake intricate manipulations while working within isolators based in our clean room facilities Please note this role will not be eligible for sponsorship as it doesn't meet the minimum salary requirements for a skilled worker visa, therefore you must have appropriate right to work in the UK or your application will not be progressed to the next stage of Recruitment. Support workers in the Pharmacy Aseptic Unit work in clean rooms in isolators preparing chemotherapy injections for patients with cancer. We require a person with a positive and responsible attitude to work, good communication skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines. You should be an enthusiastic team member but be able to work on your own initiative. Previous Pharmacy or manufacturing experience would be an advantage but is not essential as comprehensive training and support will be given. Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients. As one of the United Kingdom’s largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents – it’s not just a good place to work; it’s a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south. Please note this role will not be eligible for sponsorship as it doesn't meet the minimum salary requirements for a skilled worker visa, therefore you must have appropriate right to work in the UK or your application will not be progressed to the next stage of Recruitment. Further information about our specialist service can be found via the following link. Aseptic and Production Unit Services | Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (bfwh.nhs.uk) This advert closes on Wednesday 16 Sep 2026
Added on 2 Sept 2026
Save to favouritesCardiovascular Imaging Senior Clinical Research Nurse | Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust - London
£58,133 - £65,261 Per annum inc H.C.A.
PermanentFull time
Job overview We are advertising for a dynamic and compassionate research nurse to join our cardiovascular imaging research team. The role includes a spectrum of research and clinical tasks including, but not limited to: recruiting and obtaining consent, conducting pre- and post-scan assessments, interviewing and supporting patients and their families; preparing patients for their scan, phlebotomy, cannulation, performing physiological observations, e.g. ECG, analysis of blood specimens; administering drugs, monitoring patients during and after their scan; performing data entry and assisting in the analysis and interpretation of trial data. The post holder will initially line manage a small team of three research delivery staff with the expectation to increase the workforce as the directorate study portfolio grows. The post holder will champion IPC compliance and promote the implementation of My Research Experience survey in the directorate. Main duties of the job The clinical research nurse will be responsible for the nursing needs of the cardiovascular imaging research programmes. The post holder will play a key role in ensuring that all aspects of the cardiovascular imaging research activities are planned and undertaken in a manner that safeguards the well-being of the patients in accordance with Good Clinical Practice and the new Clinical Trial regulations ICH E6 (R3) framework. The research nurse may contribute to the development of trial design by incorporating the patients’ and nurses’ perspectives. Liaison with pharmaceutical companies and academic institutions during trial development will be required for future studies. The post holder will work with a high level of autonomy, taking delegated responsibility from clinicians (including PIs) for clinical decision making, and taking a leading role in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating expert nursing care for clinical research applications. Working for your organisation Guy's and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and– as part of King’s Health Partners– we are one of England’s eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. The King’s College London and Guy’s & St Thomas the Cardiovascular Imaging centre is one of the leading centres in the UK with a large and varied clinical service and a substantial and expanding research track record. Our work includes providing a clinical imaging service for patients under the NHSE PET II national contract and carrying out clinically related research with collaborators from the Hospital, the Medical School and other institutions. Activity within the Imaging Clinical Research Facility is delivered in partnership with King’s College London’s School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences (BMEIS). It is a cutting-edge research and teaching School dedicated to development, translation and clinical application within medical imaging and computational modelling technologies. We strive to recruit and retain the best staff as the dedication and skills of our employees lie at the heart of our organisation and ensure that our services are of the highest quality, safe and focused on our patients. For detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description and person specification This advert closes on Sunday 16 Aug 2026
Added on 31 Jul 2026
Save to favouritesSenior Occupational Therapist | South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust
South West London and St Georges Mental Health Trust - Tooting
£47,951 - £56,863 per annum inclusive of Inner London HCAs
PermanentPart time
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Forensic Outreach Service in one of the dedicated clinical posts supporting a new forensic step-down supported living service, scheduled to open in January 2027. The Service will be delivered as part of the SWLSTG Adult Secure discharge and step-down pathway, commissioned through the South London Partnership (SLP) Adult Secure Provider Collaborative Programme. The service will provide an integrated model of care and support through a partnership between the Forensic Outreach Service and a Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) provider. The VCS partner will deliver the supported living pathway and work closely with the SWLSTG Forensic Outreach Service which will host dedicated clinical posts. The Service is commissioned for adults stepping down from Adult Secure inpatient services into a community setting, whose ordinary residence and Section 117 aftercare provision sits with one of the five South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLSTG) boroughs, for health and social care. It will enable people to transition safely and sustainably from secure mental health services into the community, through access to high quality accommodation and specialist, recovery-focused support delivered in a least restrictive setting. The successful candidate will work within the Forensic Directorate in providing Occupational Therapy input to individuals living within the Forensic Step-Down Service. The post holder will sit within the Forensic Outreach Service. The post holder will play a key role within the Forensic Step-Down Accommodation Service, supporting individuals with complex mental health needs and forensic histories to successfully transition from secure or inpatient settings to independent community living. The role involves delivering specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions using evidence-based, recovery-focused approaches and the Model of Human Occupation (MOHO) to promote meaningful engagement in daily activities, enhance independence, and support social inclusion. Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, the Occupational Therapist will contribute to risk assessment and management, care planning, CPA reviews, MAPPA processes, and multi-agency working, while providing clinical supervision and support to junior staff and students. The post holder will also champion equality, accessibility and inclusion, ensuring that service users are supported to achieve their recovery goals and maximise their quality of life within the community. We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust. We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as ‘good’ - we aspire to be ‘outstanding’. This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do. We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive. Unless expressly stated in the job advert the role is not subject to sponsorship, please be advised that all offers of employment are subject to evidence of right to work in the UK. To provide a specialist occupational therapy service within the Forensic step-down service for service users with complex mental health needs and forensic histories. To deliver evidence-based, person-centred occupational therapy assessments, interventions and outcome measures, informed by the Model of Human Occupation and recovery-focused principles. To manage a defined caseload, delivering interventions flexibly across a range of community and clinical settings. To contribute to delegated occupational therapy and multidisciplinary projects within the service, with support from senior staff. To act as Disability Champion, promoting equality, accessibility and inclusion, and supporting the team to meet disability equality standards. To provide clinical supervision, guidance and support to junior occupational therapy staff, support staff and students on placement. To work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary community team, liaising effectively with inpatient services, community services and external agencies to support coordinated care. To contribute to multidisciplinary decision-making through attendance at relevant meetings, including CPA reviews, risk management meetings and tribunals where appropriate. To contribute to multi-agency working, including participation in MAPPA processes where required. To work within relevant legal frameworks, including the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act, as appropriate to the role. To respond flexibly to clinical demands, including prioritising urgent referrals and working jointly with colleagues as required to meet service user needs. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in job applications If you have used AI to support the preparation of your application, please briefly indicate how it was used within your supporting statement or application form. Please remember, your application is your opportunity to tell us about your skills, experience and motivation for the role. We encourage applicants to complete their application and supporting statement in their own words wherever possible. We recognise that AI tools can be helpful in supporting accessibility, and for improving spelling, grammar and structure. Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content can become generic and fail to accurately reflect an applicant's individual experience. Applications that clearly demonstrate your own voice, reflections and experiences are often the most effective and help us better understand your suitability for the role. Please be aware that information provided in your application and supporting statement may be explored further during the selection process. It is important that all applications accurately represent your own knowledge, skills and experience. This advert closes on Thursday 10 Sep 2026
Added on 3 Sept 2026
Save to favouritesBand 5 - Senior Production Technician, Pharmacy | West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust - Watford
£33,677 - £40,996 pa inc HCA
PermanentFull time
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Production Technician to support our Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit at Watford General Hospital. The successful candidate will be involved in the day-to-day supervision of manufacturing activities alongside colleagues, with a goal of delivering a high-quality service to our patients. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your cleanroom supervision and Technical Services skills, whilst embracing digitalisation. The Pharmacy Manufacturing Unit holds an MHRA Manufacturer’s “Specials” License for its activities. We are looking for a qualified technician with relevant post qualification experience (in a hospital preparative services) to join our small, friendly team. You must have experience of aseptic compounding, staff supervision, team working and work planning. You will act as an expert witness for Science Manufacturing Technician (SMT) students. To prepare products appropriately, efficiently and cost effectively within the unit by strictly adhering to departmental procedures and in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), MHRA and all other relevant pharmaceutical guidelines related to aseptic production. To provide technical support to the Pharmacy Production/Aseptic Services. To supervise the activity of Production/pharmacy Assistants, SMT/SMPO students and Pharmacy Technicians. To perform in-process checks for aseptically prepared/manufactured products after undertaking an accreditation program. To participate in aseptic preparation of cytotoxic and monoclonal antibodies. To support and participate in the maintenance of the Pharmaceutical Quality Systems within the technical services department. To support meeting financial expectations for income generation and expenditure reduction targets within the department. To ensure maintenance of the pharmacy manufacturing unit facilities (including monitoring, calibration, validation and general maintenance) is carried out. With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. To support and participate in the maintenance of the Pharmaceutical Quality Systems within the Technical Services department including – Deviations, Change Controls, Risk management, non-compliances, Root Cause Analysis, Complaints and Recalls. The post holder will work closely with the Technical/Cancer Services pharmacists, pharmacy/production technicians and production assistants, and all other pharmacy staff, medical, nursing staff, cancer unit staff and other staff, clinical pharmacists, QC/QA staff, maintenance contractors and the general public. We provide opportunities for education and training and support continuing professional development. Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for a full list of duties and details about the role. This advert closes on Wednesday 19 Aug 2026
Added on 5 Aug 2026
Save to favouritesSenior Content Validator for GCSE Physical Education (1PE0 01 & 1PE0 02) - Fully Remote
Pearson - London
PermanentFull time
Senior Content Validator for GCSE Physical Education (1PE0_01 & 1 PE0_02) About Pearson At Pearson we're committed to a world that's always learning. From bringing lectures vividly to life to turning textbooks into laptop lessons, we are always re-examining the way people learn best. We are bold thinkers and standout innovators who motivate each other to explore new frontiers in an environment that supports and inspires us to be better. By pushing the boundaries of technology, and each other to surpass these boundaries, we create seeds of learning that become the catalyst for the world's innovations, personal and global. We are the UK's largest awarding body and offer qualifications that are globally recognised and benchmarked, with educational excellence rooted in a range of General and Vocational courses. Senior Content Validator Purpose: The Senior Content Validator is there to ensure our assessment materials are fit for purpose across the qualifications. This role will oversee the content production process and should make sure they have adhered to key documents such as the writers' guides and assessment strategy. Core Services and Expectations When carrying out your role, please be mindful that you represent Pearson and that you should always maintain your professional integrity. Therefore, it is essential that you: Act at all times in a way which will not bring Pearson, its employees, and its representatives into disrepute. Read all Pearson policies and guidance prior to undertaking contracted activities. Respect the confidentiality of centres and learners. Attend any and all meetings or training sessions provided, relevant to your role, where requested by Pearson. Adhere to deadlines given by Pearson and ensure that all work is carried out to the best of an individual's ability. Remain respectful and advocate for others to ensure and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in a professional manner when carrying out services on behalf of Pearson. Have personal IT equipment capable of running Pearson software, relevant malware, appropriate virus protection software, a suitable internet connection, and a personal, secure email account. Communicate with Pearson and its centres in a timely manner when carrying out all designated responsibilities. Raise any concerns if you suspect or are made aware of any malpractice, maladministration, and/or Safeguarding issues. Senior Content Validator Role Specific Services and Expectations As well as Pearson's core services expectations, there are also role specific services and expectations that you must consider and be able to provide. These include: Ensuring assessment materials comply with the Global Content Policy and fully support accessibility, Diversity, Equality & Inclusion, and sensitivity guidelines. Being accountable in ensuring all applicable assessment materials are of high quality and are reviewed for all unit(s)/module(s)/component(s), where applicable and within the qualification, ensuring all units have a comparable level of demand. Advising on subject specialist matters throughout the production process and feedback where necessary. Ensuring the committee adhere to the production schedules and turnaround requests, keeping Pearson informed of your availability. Providing feedback on enhancements from past series or known errors that may impact current content assessment materials and ensure these are implemented. Providing feedback when errors are identified/escalated during the production process and support any investigations on how errors were introduced. Overseeing, to ensure that all facts (including spelling) within the question paper and support material, are accurate and in context, meeting the level of demand and the questions are clear, fit for purpose, and error-free. Complying with the demands of the current specification as far as duration of the paper, reading/preparation time, number of questions/items, and all other aspects are concerned, and that the rubric is clear and reflects these requirements. Reviewing, reporting, clearly marking up on comments and ensure all comments have been actioned, as and when required, throughout the production process. Providing feedback on drafts at each stage and lead sign-off meeting(s) where required. Being accountable in ensuring that all associated materials are updated at each stage throughout the production process. Overseeing the final sign-off of the final assessment materials. Experience and Qualifications required: Experience: As a representative of the company, you will be expected to have experience in, or be able to demonstrate the ability of the following: Excellent communication skills. In-depth knowledge and understanding of the specific content area (e.g., assessments and curriculum development). Proven ability to provide and co-ordinate training. Proven track record of leading quality assurance activities. Overall Qualifications: Qualifications required to apply for your chosen role at Pearson will depend on the qualification you are delivering. Please contact Pearson ahead of your application if you have any questions on the requirements. General Qualifications (e.g. GCSE/A LEVEL) A relevant degree. A UK recognised teaching qualification. Please note upon successful application Pearson may ask you to provide proof of the qualifications required.
Added on 17 Aug 2026
Save to favouritesSenior Locally Employed Doctor in ENT Tier 2 | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust - Manchester
£67,325 per annum (pro rata)
ContractPart time
The postholder is a GPwER providing assessment and management of patients with ear, nose and throat conditions in a community setting, working within a defined scope of practice under clinical supervision. Clinical • Assess, diagnose and manage patients presenting with ENT conditions strictly within the defined scope of practice and clinical competence. • Maintain a low threshold for seeking advice; escalate complex, uncertain, red-flag or out-of-scope presentations promptly to the supervising clinician. • Make safe decisions on investigation, treatment, onward referral and discharge within scope. • Maintain accurate, contemporaneous records and communicate clearly with referring clinicians and patients. Supervision and professional development • Work within the agreed supervision framework, presenting cases for review as required. • Actively build ENT competence and work towards full, senior GPwER accreditation, maintaining a learning portfolio. • Participate in relevant training, and respond constructively to supervision and feedback. Quality improvement and governance • Participate in clinical governance activity: audit, significant event analysis, complaints response and the duty of candour. • Contribute to service evaluation and quality improvement as part of the team. • Work strictly within the agreed scope of practice and escalate any concerns about safety or capacity. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading centre of clinical excellence, renowned for pioneering patient care, advanced medical research, and a collaborative multi-speciality environment. We are the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester is the largest health academic campus in Europe – a great place to progress your career. With over 30,000 employees, a turnover exceeding £3 billion, and 10 hospital and community services, join our team to help us deliver outstanding healthcare to our diverse communities. We offer an engaging and supportive environment, with access to state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology. Research and Innovation are at the heart of our work, offering opportunities to lead research that shapes the future of medicine, working alongside experts, advancing clinical practice, and improving patient outcomes. At MFT, we foster a culture where every colleague is valued and empowered to thrive. Your expertise is recognised, your ambitions are supported, and your impact is felt at every level. Whether you want to develop your clinical skills, pursue research interests, or seek leadership opportunities, MFT provides the ideal environment to achieve your medical or professional aspirations. If you are dedicated to driving clinical innovation and delivering compassionate patient care, join us to shape tomorrow’s healthcare; where clinical excellence, innovation, and your career will thrive. To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the ‘Supporting Documents’ heading. Explore ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place’ To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to exploreInside MFT – Your Candidate Place. This welcoming one‑stop hub gives you a real sense of who we are — what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. You’ll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access ‘Inside MFT – Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the ‘Supporting Documents’ sectionand once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, we’re proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOU—for our patients, our communities, and each other. As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your application—especially personal statements and responses to role-specific questions—is written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application. This advert closes on Monday 31 Aug 2026
Added on 17 Aug 2026
Save to favouritesSenior Harm Free Care Practitioner | University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust - Derby
£49,387 - £56,515 pa
PermanentFull time
Are you looking to improving patient safety and driving meaningful change across healthcare services? University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an ambitious and inspiring Senior Harm Free Care Practitioner (Band 7)with particular focus on fallsto join our Corporate Nursing team. This is a unique opportunity to become a recognised expert within the Trust's Patient Safety Team, leading Harm Free Care initiatives that reduce avoidable harm, improve patient outcomes and enhance patient experience. Working closely with the Head of Patient Safety, Lead for Harm Free Care and multidisciplinary teams, you will champion best practice across key patient safety priorities including falls prevention, deteriorating patient management, pressure ulcer prevention and venous thromboembolism (VTE) prevention. As a visible clinical leader, you will influence Trust-wide quality improvement programmes, support the development of a strong patient safety culture, lead innovative projects and ensure learning from incidents is translated into sustainable improvements for patients and staff. At UHDB, you'll join an organisation committed to delivering Exceptional Care Together, working alongside over 14,500 colleagues dedicated to providing safe, compassionate and high-quality care across Derbyshire and South-East Staffordshire. • Lead and manage designated Harm Free Care workstreams, acting as the Trust's subject matter (Falls) expert and key point of contact for clinical teams. • Drive quality improvement initiatives and patient safety programmes that reduce avoidable harm and improve patient outcomes and experiences. • Support and empower clinical teams to embed a positive patient safety culture through education, coaching and continuous improvement methodologies. • Analyse safety incidents, audit findings and performance data to identify opportunities for learning and service improvement. • Lead, develop and evaluate innovative projects and campaigns aligned with local and national patient safety priorities. • Produce high-quality reports, dashboards and presentations for senior leadership groups and patient safety groups. • Develop and deliver engaging education and training programmes to support frontline staff and improve clinical practice. • Contribute to the development and implementation of Trust policies, procedures and standards relating to patient safety and Harm Free Care. • Participate in investigations, incidents and complaints processes, ensuring learning is shared and embedded across the organisation. • Provide professional leadership, mentorship and line management to staff within the team, supporting their development and wellbeing. Closing date of applications: 03rd September 2026 Interview date: 15th September 2026 And 16th September 2026 As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: • Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development • On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. • Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts: • We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. • We are the 4thbusiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England – an average of 2077 per week. • An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day – 3rd largest in the country. • Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. • Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. • We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. • We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. • UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff. Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB – this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. UHDB is committed to fair and transparent recruitment. We welcome authentic applications that reflect your own skills, experience and motivations for the role. While we understand that candidates may use AI tools for grammar, formatting or accessibility purposes, applications that appear to be substantially AI‑generated may be subject to additional review. If this applies to your submission, we will let you know and may ask for clarification. Please ensure your application accurately represents your experience and is written in your own words. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipImpacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026
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Save to favouritesSenior Community Mental Health Nurse Band 6/Development Post Band 5-6
Cornwall Partnership Foundation NHS Trust - St Austell
£39,959 - £48,117 Per Annum/Pro Rata
PermanentPart time
A Vacancy at Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Restormel Community Mental Health Team is looking for a motivated and experienced Mental Health Nurse to join our friendly and supportive team within Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people experiencing mental health difficulties and to support their recovery through high-quality, person-centred care. We are seeking a dynamic practitioner to lead our duty desk service. The role involves managing incoming telephone calls, triaging referrals, coordinating information and working closely with colleagues across the multidisciplinary team. You will need to be highly organised, able to prioritise effectively in a busy environment, and confident in making clinical decisions. We welcome applications from experienced Band 6 staff and aspiring practitioners seeking career progression. A Band 5-6 developmental opportunity is available, with comprehensive support, supervision and training to enable successful progression to Band 6. Why Join Us? • Supportive and experienced team environment. • Excellent development and career progression opportunities. • NHS pension scheme and generous annual leave entitlement. • Commitment to staff wellbeing and flexible working options. If you are passionate about improving mental health care and want to be part of a forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you. This is a community-based role that may require frequent travel to various locations throughout the county including areas that may not be accessible by public transportation. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate how they will manage these travel requirements. · Toberesponsiblefortheassessmentofcareneedsandclinicalmanagementofadefinedcaseload within the Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (CFT) Mental Health Service. · Tocarrycontinuingresponsibilityforthedevelopment,implementationandevaluationofprograms of care, utilising the care co-ordination system. • Todeveloptheinterfacebetweenprimaryandsecondarycareservicessothepatients/carersare offered focused and co-ordinated packages of care that are appropriate to their needs. We’re an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people’s physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability. We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK. Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff. We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner. Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increases the numbers of people who use our services. To view a detailed job description and person specification including the main responsibilities of this role please see ‘supporting documents’ This advert closes on Tuesday 1 Sep 2026
Added on 18 Aug 2026
Save to favouritesUCR /Virtual Ward Senior Nurse/ Paramedic Practitioner | Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust - Reading
£49,387 - £56,515 per annum
PermanentFull time
Are you looking for an exciting new role in a high performing and supportive team? Perhaps you are ready for your next challenge? We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nurse or Paramedic to join the Reading Urgent Community Response and Virtual Ward Team. The role will provide clinical assessment skills to patients in their own home and in a care home, who require an urgent response to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital. The post holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to provide appropriate patient focussed care. The role will provide leadership and line management to junior staff within the multidisciplinary team, including nurses, therapists, and support workers, and clinical supervision and training/ education to the nurses and support workers, as required. You will be a team player and work collaboratively with staff from all disciplines whilst maintaining high professional standards. You will ensure good communication, and effective processes and procedures are maintained across the service. The post holder will work 37.5hrs per week, 7 days a week, between the hours of 8am – 8pm, which will include weekends. The roles are based at Bath Road, Reading and staff parking is available. • To practice at an advanced level of practice, working as an autonomous practitioner within the multidisciplinary team including admitting to and discharging patients from the Urgent Community Response Service in collaboration with the Community Geriatrician and GP. • As an experienced nurse or paramedic practitioner, you will take responsibility for the clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of complex patients considering local and national guidelines. • The postholder is expected to liaise effectively and professionally with all levels of staff, external organisations and the public, dealing with confidential information in an appropriate manner • To provide leadership and line management to the Band 6 nurses and the Band 4 healthcare assistants. • Ensure accurate, contemporaneous documentation and care plans are maintained accordance with the NMC, information governance and local / national guidance. • Work collaboratively with colleagues and develop nursing and care delivery policies, identifying how policy will impact on practice and service delivery. • Work flexibly in response to service need across our multiple sites Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: • Caring for and about you is our top priority • Committed to providing good quality, safe services • Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: • Flexible working options to support work-life balance • 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell • Generous NHS pension scheme • Excellent learning and career development opportunities • ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles • Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services • Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants • Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality • Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave • Free parking across Trust sites The “must haves” for this role: • Registered General Nurse or Paramedic • Advanced History taking and physical assessment or working towards it • Non-medical prescriber or working towards it • Able to work autonomously, with the ability to work under pressure, with excellent organisational, communication and time management skills to prioritise work For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call: Sarah Hurford (Reading UCR/VW Service Lead) on 07890395592 or email : Sarah.Hurford@berkshire.nhs.uk who’ll be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. This advert closes on Sunday 23 Aug 2026
Added on 14 Aug 2026
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