UHCW NHS Trust - Coventry

ContractFull time

The neurosurgery department is an established department with a team of eleven consultants withsubspecialtiesinNeuro-Oncology,Vascular, Pituitary,Skull base and Complex Spine.The departmentprovidesNeurosurgical servicesto the adultpopulationofCoventry, Warwickshire and NorthWorcestershire. UHCW is a designated major trauma centre forCoventry, Warwickshire and Northampton, adesignatedcancercentre and hyperacuteStroke unit. This post has been developed to support the neurosurgery service rota to meet existing demand and growth for Neurosurgical services, across Coventry and Warwickshire. The post supports a 1:10 on call rota. As part of our commitment to patients and delivery of a world class service for all we have created the UHCW Improvement (UHCWi) System in partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute in Seattle; this involves a structured approach to removing waste and putting the patient first using a lean management system and methodologies.Our culture and ways of working reflect and embed the practices and methodologies of UHCWi. You are expected, where identified, to attend and complete relevant training and development opportunities to support this. This may include Lean for Leaders, Advanced Lean Training, and the Human Factors Programme, amongst others. Full attendance and completion of identified courses is considered essential and a prerequisite for this post. To provide, in collaboration with clinical colleagues, a comprehensive Neurosurgery service to patients in the Coventry and Warwickshire area. This will include ensuring that all appropriate waiting lists and waiting times are adhered to; that services are provided in an effective and efficient manner and that the principles of risk management and clinical governance are maintained at all times. University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. Duties of the Post a) Provide, and develop further with clinical colleagues, neurosurgical services for the Trust in collaboration with colleagues in all disciplines including primary and tertiary care, where appropriate, to provide an integrated service for patients. b) Attend outpatient clinics. c) Attend daily ward rounds for inpatients when onward duty. d) Facilitate timely discharge of patients. e) Participate in the consultation service and advisory service to other clinical colleagues in other specialties within the Trust and Primary Care. f) Participate in the development of the neurosurgery service, treatment protocols and guidelines and the greater knowledge in the management of neurosurgical conditions. g) Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with medical colleagues in other specialties and participate in regular clinical meetings and other post graduate activities. h) Participate in the on-call rota (includes prospective cover) so that appropriate emergency services are provided out-of-normal working hours. i) Take responsibility for the professional supervision and development of trainee doctors within the specialty. j) Develop and maintain good communications with General Practitioners and appropriate external agencies. k) Demonstrate a firm involvement in Clinical Governance, Risk Management and Clinical Audit – this will include the development and maintenance of appropriate systems and practices to ensure continued safe clinical practice. Ensure attendance at appropriate governance meetings. l) Ensure own practice is up-to-date; this will include taking responsibility for own Clinical Professional Development and participating in the Trust’s Performance and Annual Review system. m) Share responsibility for data protection arising out of the use of computers. n) Accountable for improving and complying with infection control practices. o) Comply with all relevant Trust Policies and Procedures. p) Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults is your responsibility. Familiarisation with and adherence to UHCW Safeguarding policies and Coventry and Warwickshire Safeguarding Board procedures is an essential requirement of all employees, as is the participation in related mandatory training. This advert closes on Tuesday 18 Aug 2026

UHCW NHS Trust - Coventry

PermanentFull time

You will provide comprehensive support for the General Office and Financial Account teams within the Financial Services department. As General Office Clerk you will be required to provide a polite, courteous and efficient service, most especially when dealing with patients and relatives, and to provide all necessary assistance and advice with regard to claims for financial reimbursement and dealings of patient property. Please be advised sponsorship is not eligible for this post. Please be advised the interviews for this post will take place week commencing 25/08/2026, subject to availability. Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested. 1. Collecting, receipting, banking, and reconciling all exchequer income received into the Hospital in accordance with Standing Financial Instructions and procedures to ensure that all monies received are properly recorded and accurately accounted for in the financial ledgers. 2. Receiving, returning, or disposing of, and maintaining accurate records of money and valuables handed in by patients or on behalf of incapable or deceased patients, in accordance with Standing Financial Instructions and procedures to ensure the security and safekeeping of the property. 3. Making petty cash payments to patients and staff as necessary and maintaining accurate records in accordance with Standing Financial Instructions and procedures to ensure all payments are properly recorded and accurately accounted for in the financial ledgers. 4. Managing Lost properties and if possible returning them to the rightful owners in accordance with the Standing Financial Instructions. University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK. We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do. Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare. We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk) By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team. The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values. • To ensure, wherever possible, that all documentation is up-to-date, in an orderly fashion and available whenever decisions are being made, reporting exceptional circumstances where necessary. This will require: effective collaboration with all relevant personnel to maintain an efficient administrative system; building good working relationships with appropriate internal and external Departments, planning and monitoring activity levels to ensure optimum use of staff resources, reporting related issues to the Departmental/Administration Manager; manipulation and distribution of appropriate correspondence. • To assist with the implementation and maintenance of an efficient office management system/procedures to enable the Department to optimise their service provision. This will require: effective time management; arranging meetings/events; preparation of correspondence and reports; establishing and maintaining efficient manual and electronic correspondence and documentation management systems; ensuring office equipment and stationery levels are maintained, processing orders as required. • To support Team members, this will require: Undertaking appropriate staff training and development as required; providing cross-cover on a reciprocal basis in the absence of colleagues. For further details of the role please see the attached job description. This advert closes on Friday 14 Aug 2026

East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust - Lancaster

PermanentFull time

Would you like to be part of a Vital Team ensuring high standards of cleanliness are achieved for patients, visitors and staff? Do you want to go home at the end of your shift knowing you helped make your local hospital a great place to be cared for? Our cleaning staff played an essential role and carry on doing so in fighting the global pandemic. They are responsible for cleaning the areas that are hosts for potentially dangerous germs and viruses. Here at University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust, we have new exciting opportunities to join our Facilities Team at the Royal Lancaster Infirmary as a Domestic Assistant (cleaner) to support the Trust in delivering a clean and safe environment for patients, visitors and staff. The role is a 37.5 hour vacancy. 5 days over 7 alternate shifts. 07:00-15:00 - 14:00-22:00 No experience necessary, full training will be given and uniform provided. We offer a competitive salary which includes additional payments for working weekends and evenings. There is also a great support benefit package for all colleagues working for the Trust which includes maternity and paternity leave, occupational sick pay, annual leave, flexible working and an occupational pension scheme. To be responsible for a high standard of cleanliness in Clinical areas, public areas and external areas using the appropriate recognised cleaning methods. Responsible for identifying areas to be cleaned, plan and organise a cleaning programme with relevant ward or departmental staff, ensuring Patient, Staff and Visitor safety is not compromised. Operating cleaning equipment, machinery in accordance with manufacturer’s instruction ensuring that it is in a good clean working order, reporting faults immediately to supervisor. Undertake deep clean/isolation cleans following national and local guidelines. Carry out spot cleaning to ensure spillages and incidents are dealt with swiftly and efficiently, supported by Clinical staff as appropriate. To adhere to all relevant COSHH assessments and Safety Data sheets when preparing, using and disposing of cleaning chemicals. We operate from three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, and Ulverston Community Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Our community services for adults are provided in people’s homes, community centres, clinics, GP Practices, community hospitals and our main hospitals. Our aim is to work with people to help them remain independent, improve their health and manage their conditions through high quality care, advice and support. 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 University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay visiting our website https://www.uhmb.nhs.uk/ This advert closes on Tuesday 18 Aug 2026

West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust - Watford

PermanentPart time

The Haematology Department has a vacancy for two part time Administrators based at Hemel General Hospital . Experienced and committed, you will provide an efficient and comprehensive administrative service to the Consultants (including locum doctors), Junior Doctor’s, Clinical Nurse Specialist and multi-disciplinary teams. The post covers bookings and co-ordination of Haematology New appointments and general admin duties. The successful applicant will need to have a good general level of education, and possess the essential qualifications outlined in the attached Person Specification. This is an opportunity to work in a fascinating specialty with a friendly team. This role is based at Hemel General Hospital . The successful candidates will act as a central point for the managing and scheduling of Haematology New appointments and general admin duties. 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 deal with telephone enquiries from GPs, patients, and staff in a courteous and diplomatic manner to ensure that appropriate messages are passed onto the relevant people in a timely fashion. • To communicate highly sensitive information to patients / consultants. • To ensure and maintain the efficient and effective administration for Haematology appointments and general clinic • Cancelling and amending clinic lists following instruction from the Clinicians, Clinical Nurse Specialist and managers • General admin duties • Working alongside the booking’s administrator This advert closes on Tuesday 11 Aug 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT - Southampton

PermanentFull time

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for detailed job description of the role. We have an exciting opportunity for Healthcare Support Worker to work in our Theatre departments at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS). Whether you are an experienced Healthcare Support Worker or just starting out – if you are caring, compassionate and looking for a new challenge, then we’ll have a role for you! Apply to join the team at UHS and take the next steps in your healthcare career. University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations. Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing 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. At UHS we arecommitted to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute. Southampton General Hospital - Centre block theatres About the team: We cover a wide variety of specialities such as: Orthopaedics, Neuro, Paediatrics, ENT Cardiac and mixed general surgical fields. We are a regional specialist centre and do many pioneering procedures. We have the highest ratio of staff to patients in the hospital and team working is key to our success. The circulating role in theatre is vital to delivery of our service and you would be directly assisting the surgical team during the operation. We support training in the initial phase of learning the role doubled up with an experienced member of staff and become independent when ready. We encourage and assist staff through obtaining their functional skills level 2, level 3 health care and onwards to a Nursing or Operating Department Practitioner apprenticeship. We are looking for individuals with the ability and attitude to grow and develop into a valued member of our team. Whatever level of skill or experience you currently have, if you can demonstrate drive and potential, our comprehensive induction and in-house training teams will help you to reach your full potential. All applicants must be fully flexibleto work a range of shifts including early, late, long days and nights as our services operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Princess Anne Hospital About the team: We specialise in Obstetric & Gynaecology (benign & oncology services, fertility treatment) and breast surgeries and pride ourselves with having a multi-disciplinary team offering services to women and newborn. You will be working with a variety of teams of highly competent and reliable nurses, ODP's and HSW's, complimenting the different consultants working in the department. We are a friendly unit with 4 operating theatres, which provide a 24/7 emergency services for obstetric and gynaecology conditions and elective services for obstetric, benign and oncology gynaecology and breast surgery, including reconstruction. There is an attached Recovery and Day Surgery Unit which has 6 recovery beds and and 15 day-surgery beds which are open from 7:30-10 pm. We’re recruiting HCSW's across all theatre departments at UHS and will allocate you to your department after successful interview. Please note: This vacancy does not meet the Home Office criteria for sponsorship. We are therefore unable to consider applications from individuals who do not already have the right to work in the UK or who may require sponsorship. Due to a high volume of applications, the Trust reserves the right to close this advert early. This advert closes on Friday 7 Aug 2026

Wirral University Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Upton

PermanentFull time

TheIBD Clinical Nurse Consultantwill provide an autonomous, expert, nurse-led service for which they are accountable. This role complements the Consultant Gastroenterologist by sharing the IBD patient workload. The post holder will: • Accept referrals for new and complex patients to the service, as well as those with established IBD • Make best use of advanced clinical skills across sites (APH and CGH) The IBD Clinical Nurse Consultant will make autonomous decisions regarding treatment pathways, informed by evidence-based practice and specialist clinical knowledge. This includes: • Performing detailed clinical history taking, examination, and diagnostic assessment • Formulating and implementing treatment plans, including prescribing medicines in IBD care With a supportive and structured job plan, the post holder will also play a significant role in developing and influencing strategies and policies to ensure excellence in clinical care for IBD patients. This will include: • Leading and facilitating the implementation and development of local and national policies • Contributing to the planning of the strategic direction of acute care for IBD patients within the organisation TheIBD Clinical Nurse Consultantwill provide expert nursing advice to ensure patient needs are met by leading, challenging, and improving practice within gastroenterology and IBD settings. This includes supportive care and conservative management approaches. The post holder will function both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary clinical team, demonstrating a high level of competence across a wide range of advanced clinical skills that complement the medical role in the delivery of healthcare. In addition, the role includes: • Providing managerial and professional leadership to the team of IBD nurses within the department • Supporting trainee Advanced Practitioners rotating through the department as part of their educational programme • Delivering an in-reach, nurse-led IBD service into acute areas and non-gastroenterology wards, offering urgent specialist opinion • Managing and mentoring junior IBD nurses The IBD Clinical Nurse Consultant will also: • Deliver 2–3 nurse-led clinics per week for newly referred patients and follow-up of patients with complex IBD needs, with the aim of reducing hospital appointments and waiting times • Provide an urgent ambulatory drop-in clinic for patients with complex IBD, enabling intensive follow-up and helping to prevent hospital readmission following acute disease episodes All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as “competent and caring staff” by our patients. Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents. We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral’s only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint. We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m. The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales. Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information on this vacancy here at the Wirral University Teaching Hospitals. This advert closes on Friday 21 Aug 2026

Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust - Dorset

ContractFull time

We’re seeking dedicated physiotherapists to join our supportive MSK outpatient team at Christchurch, Bournemouth, and Poole Hospitals. This is a fantastic opportunity to specialise in musculoskeletal outpatients and orthopaedics at an early stage in your career, gaining valuable experience within a highly regarded NHS service. As part of the role, you will: • Work within MSK outpatients and orthopaedics, developing your expertise in these key areas. If you’re looking for a role that offers variety, development, and the chance to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing high-quality care to patients with musculoskeletal conditions. 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 is a fixed term contract role for 9 months but could be offered as a 9 month secondment providing all parties are in agreement This role requires HCPC Registration. Base Location: Poole, Bournemouth and/or Christchurch Hospital Interview Date: 26th August You will be responsible for providing specialist advice on the management of musculoskeletal and orthopaedic conditions to patients, carers, and other healthcare professionals. Work without direct supervision and provide support, guidance, and training to peers, technical instructors, physiotherapy assistants, and students. The post holder is accountable to the MSK Physiotherapy Manager. The post holder is responsible for ensuring a high standard of clinical care for the patients under their management and supporting more junior staff to do likewise. This post is not suitable for applicants who do not have any post registration experience. Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues. UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme. This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview. To understand the role in more detail please read the full job description and person specification documents which are attached to this advert This advert closes on Tuesday 11 Aug 2026

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust - Shrewsbury

ContractFull time

Be part of one of the most significant transformation programmes at Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Trust. We are seeking an organised and enthusiastic Project Support Officer to join the Hospitals Transformation Programme (HTP), a high-profile initiative shaping future hospital services. This is not a routine administrative role. You will support a fast-paced programme delivering major service change and capital developments, working with senior clinicians, managers and programme leads. You will help ensure smooth delivery by coordinating meetings, maintaining documentation, supporting project planning and enabling effective communication across workstreams. Acting as a central point of contact, you will manage priorities and resolve day-to-day challenges. We are looking for someone who thrives in a busy environment, builds strong relationships and delivers accurate, professional work. You will be proactive, well organised, confident using IT systems, and able to manage competing demands. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop project support skills while contributing to work that will have a lasting impact across the Trust. *Previous applicants need not apply* In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this post will be closed. Early applications are advised. • To act as Senior Administrator for the Hospitals Transformation Team, mediating with various levels of personnel including operational staff, managers, senior clinicians and directors. To provide administrative/secretarial support to the clinical workstream within the Hospitals Transformation Programme (HTP), resolving day-to-day problems independently. • To act as the first point of contact for enquiries from staff, external colleagues and members of the public relating to the Clinical workstream within Hospitals Transformation Programme (HTP). Our Poppy’s Promise Commitment We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team — clinical or non-clinical — plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times. We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care. Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding. By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values — ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day. Hospital Transformation Programme (HTP) View full details of HTP For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description. This advert closes on Wednesday 19 Aug 2026

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHSFT - Chesterfield

PermanentFull time

We have an exciting opportunity for Autism Team Leader for our Child Development Psychology team to join our Child Health Department at Chesterfield Royal Hospital. The post holder will be responsible for the co-ordination and operational delivery of autism assessments conducted by The Autism Team as part of the Paediatric Autism Pathway at Chesterfield Royal. The Autism Team consists of multi-disciplinary professionals which shall consist of clinical psychology, assistant psychologist, mental health nurses and speech and language therapists. You will provide first line management and leadership to clinicians in The Autism Team ensuring that care is of the highest standard and delivered in accordance with Policies and Procedure. You will be an active, autonomous member of a multi-disciplinary team providing specialist psychological services to children, adolescents, and families in North Derbyshire. Your role will include: Being responsible for the effective day to day operational delivery of autism assessments provided by The Autism Team. To be an active member of the Autism Pathway Clinical Leadership. To be responsible for updating the Care Unit Management Team of team work and in partnership plan to meet any gaps or issues identified in service delivery. To be responsible for staff development and training. To support the development of protocols for pathways of assessment and the assessment process. To provide management and leadership for The Autism Team. Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a well performing Foundation Trust serving a population of around 441,000 across the Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, North Amber Valley, High Peak and North East Derbyshire districts. With a workforce of around 3,800 staff. We are committed to working with our partners in health and social care to deliver long term financial sustainability and resilience in our performance to ensure we provide high quality services and excellent patient care. Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required. This advert closes on Wednesday 9 Sep 2026

Wrightington, Wigan & Leigh NHS Foundation Trust - Wigan

PermanentPart time

The Catering Department are looking to recruit a Catering Assistant to join our Retail Team. 1x 30 hour post, working 6 hours a day between the hours of 7.00 am and 8.00 pm. Working 5 weekend out of 7. The successful candidate will need to provide colleague cover when required. The rota pattern will be explained on interview. This is an excellent opportunity to join the NHS and help to provide an excellent service to the patients, staff and visitors of Wigan Infirmary. There are many fantastic opportunities for development and progression within the Catering Department. The successful candidates should be enthusiastic and will enjoy being part of this dynamic team delivering a high-quality service. Please note that this vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly to avoid disappointment. Please note: Applicants who have previously been advised that they do not meet the requirements for this position should not reapply unless they have since taken clear steps to strengthen their application. Reapplications must include evidence demonstrating how the essential criteria are now met. You will work as part of a busy team working to tight timescales. You will be required to undertake a wide range of duties including food preparation, cleaning and meal service duties within the kitchens, and retail outlets. The role of the Retail Catering Assistant is to carry out all duties to a required standard for the provision of the retail services within the Hospital. Ensuring retail stock is well presented, with daily monitoring of product expiry dates & appropriate stock rotation, identifying products for replenishment & reporting any price/product changes. Assisting with simple food preparation duties as instructed & allocated by the Catering Manager, other department managers or supervisors. Completion of audit forms associated with food safety; financial policy & procedures will be required. Choose Well – Choose WWL Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that ‘happy staff, makes for happy patients’. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement and living our values. WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs. Good basic salary plus an attractive package of benefits which include: • Excellent Pension & Life Assurance Package (over 20% employer contribution) • Excellent annual leave entitlements 27 to 33 days per annum dependent upon service • Paid occupational maternity, paternity, and adoption leave dependent upon service. • Training opportunities and eLearning resources. • Health and wellbeing support. • Career Progression opportunities within Estates & Facilities and the NHS. • Access to salary sacrifice schemes for items such as lease vehicles and buy a bike schemes. • NHS Discount schemes to access hundreds of discounts and savings from everything to High Street Stores to restaurants, family holidays and more. • Long Service Awards. · Work to standard operational procedures. · Preparation of food, this could be within high-risk chilled areas, to specified recipes · Ensuring labelling of products is correct e.g. product name dates. · After training could be required to produce cooked foods e.g. soups, gravy, fried, bacon etc. · Performance of duties in accordance with approved methods, frequencies and standards, adhering to strict food safety standards. · Meeting deadlines for production of meals as part of a team. · May be required to take patient menu choices at ward level, offer alternatives where required. · Required to serve meals at ward level to patients, or in retail outlets to staff & visitors, occasional delivery of buffets & functions outside the Department. · Use of equipment, machinery and cleaning materials once trained, ability to spot defects with fabric or machinery and report to Supervisor. · Significant cleaning duties are associated with this post including cleaning of pans, cutlery, crockery, machinery, cooking equipment and floors walls and work surfaces. · Recording temperatures and other key audit requirements onto the appropriate monitoring forms, reporting to Supervisors where particularly temperatures may be outside required limits. · Have high standards of personal Hygiene and follow the Departmental uniform code of practice. This advert closes on Monday 24 Aug 2026