Acute Medical Unit (AMU) Ward manager | Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - Middlesex
£55,524 - £62,652 per annum incl. HCAS (pro rata)
PermanentFull time
Ward Manager, Acute Medical Unit (AMU) Are you an experienced Registered Nurse looking for your next leadership opportunity in Acute Medicine? We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Ward Manager to lead our busy Acute Medical Unit. Applications are welcome from experienced Band 6 and Band 7 nurses currently working within acute medicine, acute assessment, emergency care, or similar fast-paced clinical environments. The successful candidate will provide clinical and operational leadership, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality patient care. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team, support staff development, manage resources effectively, and drive continuous quality improvement. Our 64-bedded Acute Medical Unit includes 43 inpatient beds, 6 enhanced care beds, and 15 assessment trolleys, providing care for patients across a range of acute medical specialties. This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring and established nursing leaders who are passionate about acute care and ready to make a positive impact on patient outcomes and staff experience. · In collaboration with the Modern Matron, Service Manager & Clinicians, the Ward Manager is responsible for the effective delivery of care given to patients within the clinical area. · To provide professional leadership within the clinical area. · To have 24-hour responsibility for clinical area. · The post holder will provide expert advice and take a lead in the development and implementation of shared practice protocols in line with national recommendations and standards where these are available. · To reduce length of stay for patients ensuring pathways to support highest standard of care are in place. · To achieve financial balance. Our Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5m, providing full clinical services including maternity, A&E and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health care. The CQC rates us Good in safety, effectiveness, care and responsiveness, and Outstanding in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Mid. We are delivering sustainable healthcare through our Green Plan. In line with Greener NHS ambitions, we aim for net zero carbon emissions by 2045. Achieving this requires collective effort. We encourage staff to reduce their impact on carbon, waste and pollution wherever possible. Every action counts to create a healthier, more sustainable future. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe diversity drives innovation and excellence. We welcome applications from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities, valuing the perspectives they bring. Leadership and Management • Provide visible leadership and operational oversight of the ward with 24-hour accountability. • Promote a culture of patient-centred care, safety, compassion, and continuous improvement. • Support workforce planning, rostering, recruitment, retention, and staff wellbeing. • Ensure resources are managed effectively within agreed budgets. • Lead discharge planning and patient flow initiatives to optimise length of stay and patient experience. • Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant care environment. • Deputise for the Modern Matron as required. Clinical Practice • Maintain expert knowledge of acute medical nursing and delivery of evidence-based care. • Ensure patients receive safe, effective, and high-quality care. • Lead by example and act as a role model for professional practice. • Support staff development and clinical competency through education and supervision. • Ensure compliance with agreed care pathways, standards, and clinical protocols. • Promote effective multidisciplinary communication and collaboration. Quality, Safety and Governance • Lead quality improvement, audit, patient safety, and risk management activities. • Investigate incidents, implement learning, and promote a culture of openness and continuous improvement. • Monitor performance against quality indicators and develop action plans where required. • Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control, medicines management, safeguarding, health and safety, and Trust policies. • Support appraisal, mandatory training, clinical supervision, and professional development for all staff. • Use patient, family, and staff feedback to improve services and patient outcomes. Communication • Communicate effectively in complex, sensitive, and challenging situations. • Ensure information is delivered clearly and appropriately to patients, relatives, staff, and stakeholders. • Develop positive working relationships across professional groups and services. • Promote collaborative working, inclusion, and shared decision-making. General • Undertake duties in accordance with Trust policies, professional standards, and the NMC Code. • Participate in training, service development, and organisational initiatives. • Carry out any other duties appropriate to the grade and responsibilities of the post. Key Working Relationships • Modern Matron and Senior Nursing Team • Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) • Directorate Management Team • Clinical Site Managers • Specialist Nurses and Allied Health Professionals • Discharge Hub, Social Care and External Partners This advert closes on Friday 6 Nov 2026
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Senior Patient Administrator | Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - Isleworth
£33,262 - £36,027 per annum incl. HCAS
PermanentFull time
Band 4 Senior Patient Administrator, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm (Fulltime) Queen Marys Maternity Unit,West Middlesex University Hospital Success in this role will require a calm yet proactive approach, as well as the ability to multi-task efficiently while maintaining a thorough and high-quality standard in all tasks. You will act as the primary point of contact for Admin staff, clinicians and patients, ensuring communication is clear and timely. Additionally, liaising with various stakeholders will be a core part of the role, so acting in an efficient and effective manner will be essential. You will also be working alongside other band 4 colleagues within the department, with an aim to build some cross cover. This teamwork will help ensure the smooth running of the service and support continuity, even during busy periods. Please let me know if you have any questions, or would like more information about any aspect of the role. Where possible you should have a good understanding of Cerner The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions when we may close a vacancy if we receive a high number of applications. You are therefore advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment. Previous applicants need not re-apply. The post holder will play a key role in the delivery of a high quality, safe and compassionate healthcare service to patients. They will ensure that streamlined administrative processes are implemented and followed which are focused on the patient and their individual needs. The Senior Patient Administrator in Maternity team will provide effective and efficient administrative support to a team and will act as a focal point of communication between patients, doctors and other healthcare professionals. As a senior member of the team, the staff member will act as a role model to others in all aspects of their work, consistently demonstrating the highest standards of professionalism and customer service. Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London. Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use. We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex. We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed. If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period. • Assist the Team Leader in all aspects of staff management of all Patient Administrators and Assistant Patient Administrators, including assisting with prioritising of workload, day to day support, supervision, sickness, performance and appraisal and ensuring mandatory and statutory training targets are achieved. • Support the Team Leader in maximising the best use of clinical and non-clinical resources • Ensure that all enquiries are dealt with in a timely, polite, professional and confidential manner, taking action or escalating as appropriate, using initiative and prioritising skills • Proactively manage patient pathways so that all patients receive a high standard of service delivery • Use initiative when dealing with patients’ problems or when dealing with managers and consultants who may request patient information. • Ensure all activity is cashed up in a timely manner using Trust’s Cerner/appropriate IT system including DNAs and discharges. • Participate in new staff induction, demonstrates duties to new starters and providing close supervision • Develop of new members of the team through training and supervision • Adhere to trust-wide standard operating procedures and policies developed for clinical administrative processes and participate in their development • Suggest improvements to systems, with ways of measuring effectiveness of any changes made. • Support the Team Leader in overseeing reception services ensuring adequate cover at all times and that patients receive an appropriate and welcoming service. • Ensure patient demographic details are updated on the Cerner • Collect and use data to measure performance of department against objectives. • Assist all members of staff and patients with the uptake of new technologies, and where required become a ‘user champion’ to embed learning • Assist in sourcing specialist equipment as appropriate. • Flag up and report overseas visitors for payment • Retrieve and validate missing NHS numbers card and investigate errors • Assist in the maintenance of stationery stock. • Organise and prioritise workload with minimal supervision. • To lead orientation and induction of new members of staff and ensure existing members are up to date in all their training needs. • Produce accurate theatre lists on a daily/weekly basis. • Communicate with women both verbally and in writing confirming appointments. • To respond to any request from women. • Monitor on a daily basis any bottlenecks or breaches and report to the Theatre Manager. • Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and efficiency. • Liaise closely with ward managers to ensure fluctuations in theatre activity are communicated and appropriate staffing is sourced. • To compile and present data when required. • To establish and maintain effective working relationships. • Liaise with clinicians regarding appropriate scheduling of patients such as case mix together with other key information to ensure the full utilisation of theatre lists. • Liaise with clinical staff to ensure any specialist equipment is available as required. • Participate in team, professional and personal development activities. • Ensure the case mix of women booked to lists is optimal utilisation of theatre time , though a working knowledge and close working relationship with the MDT. • Book induction of labour appointments. • To undertake any other duties commensurate with the banding of the post and within reason as directed. • Order stock required in the absence of supplies coordinator. • Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to exercise diplomacy and a good telephone manner. • Maintain confidentiality regarding all matters related to the service. • Appropriately receive, re-direct and make telephone calls to and from the department as required. Run an effective messaging service. • Receive queries and ensure that they are actioned in a timely and appropriate fashion. • To politely, effectively and sensitively deal with written and telephone enquiries This advert closes on Sunday 8 Nov 2026
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Waiting Staff
Cairn Group Hotel - London
PermanentFull time
Location: The Gantry London, Curio Collection by Hilton Department: STK Restaurant Join Cairn Group – Where People Drive Hospitality Forward, Together At Cairn Group, we're passionate about creating memorable guest experiences, and it all starts with our people. We're looking for enthusiastic, friendly and customer-focused people to join our team. Whether you're welcoming guests, serving in our restaurants and bars, working in our kitchens or supporting our teams behind the scenes, you'll play an important part in creating moments that matter for our guests. Make Every Moment Matter Every day is different, but every day you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact. You will: Create memorable experiences by delivering warm, genuine hospitality. Bring energy and personality to every guest interaction. Be part of a team that works together to deliver exceptional service. Help create a welcoming atmosphere where guests want to return. Take pride in maintaining outstanding standards across every service. Learn, grow and build your hospitality and personal skills every day. Bring Your Personality. We'll Help You Build Your Career. We're looking for people who: Love making people feel welcome. Enjoy working in a fast-paced, people-focused environment. Add to our team, bringing a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Take pride in delivering great service and working as part of a team. Communicate with confidence, warmth and professionalism. Want to develop their skills and build a rewarding career in hospitality. No hospitality experience? No problem. If you bring the right attitude and a passion for people, we'll give you the training and support to succeed. Why Cairn Group? Our People First culture combines ambitious standards with genuine support, creating an environment where individuals are trusted to perform, encouraged to grow and recognised for the contribution they make. We believe success is built through collaboration, accountability and a shared commitment to excellence, giving our people the foundation to build long-term careers with purpose. What you'll enjoy as part of the team At Cairn Group, we recognise that our people are at the heart of our success. That's why we offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, reward your contribution, and help you build a rewarding career with us. As part of the Cairn team, you'll enjoy: Incentives and Service Charge (site specific) Discounted stays across our hotels and venues Food, beverage, spa and leisure discounts Access to retail, entertainment and lifestyle discounts Leadership and career development programmes Long service awards recognising your commitment and contribution Refer-a-friend scheme Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential support whenever you need it Health Care Cash Plan Meals on duty Wellbeing resources and support Opportunities to develop and progress across our diverse hospitality portfolio We're committed to creating an environment where people feel supported, valued and empowered to grow. Whether you're starting your career or taking the next step in leadership, Cairn Group offers the opportunity to build a career with purpose, alongside a team that's stronger together. About The Gantry London, Curio Collection by Hilton The Gantry London, Curio Collection by Hilton is an award-winning urban resort and design-led hotel in the heart of Stratford, East London. Contemporary design, art and vibrant social spaces run throughout the hotel, alongside destination dining, rooftop experiences and dedicated spaces for meetings and events, all moments from Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. Join us and help create exceptional experiences every day.
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Deputy Screening Midwife (Band 6) | Barts Health NHS Trust
Barts Health NHS Trust - Plaistow
£45,953 - £54,254 per annum inc
PermanentFull time
To work alongside the Antenatal & Newborn Screening Co-ordinator (ANSC) and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure the provision and continuing effectiveness of user centered antenatal and newborn screening programmes for all women accessing care through Barts Health NHS Trust. To support the ANSC in ensuring that all antenatal and newborn screening programmes meet national standards. To ensure robust antenatal and newborn screening programmes by assisting with collection of data for Key Performances Indicators (KPIs), Quality Assurance (QA) and the Trust annual report for antenatal and newborn screening. Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain’s leading healthcare providers. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. For full details of the role, please refer to the Job Description (JD), as it provides a comprehensive outline of the key duties, responsibilities, and expectations associated with the position. This advert closes on Thursday 5 Nov 2026
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Trainee Education Mental Health Practitioner | Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust
Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust - Abbey Wood, London
£33,262 - £36,027 pa inc
PermanentFull time
Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post. We are looking to recruit eight Education Mental Health Practitioner Trainees to join our expanding Oxleas Mental Health Support Teams (MHST) service. Four trainees will work in the Greenwich MHST Team with our Greenwich schools and four trainees will work in the Bexley MHST Team with Bexley schools. We are seeking enthusiastic and dynamic individuals who are passionate about improving health outcomes for children and young people. This is a training role within the Green Paper for Transforming children and young people’s mental health programme. The post holder will work within education settings providing low intensity guided self-help interventions whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role at Kings College London University. The training starts on18thJanuary 2027and on successful completion of the course trainees will be awarded a Post Graduate Diploma based on a nationally devised curriculum. The training post will equip the post-holder to provide a range of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) based self- management interventions to children and young people with mild to moderate anxiety and depression and/or behavioural difficulties. The postholder will attend all taught and self-study days required by the education provider, as specified within the EMHP curriculum and work in Oxleas MHST service for the remaining days of the week using their newly developed skills within education settings. Oxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children’s centres, schools and people’s homes. We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people. Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values: • We’re Kind • We’re Fair • We Listen • We Care Applicants should have anundergraduate degree in psychology or related subjects (e.g. education, childhood development, social work etc) OR any subject with further training or experience in a relevant field (e.g., Teaching/TA; Learning Support; HCA; Youth Work; Counselling etc)and have previous experience working with children and young people in either a health or educational setting. NB: Alongside the job application process applicants are required to submit a separate application to Kings College London regarding EMHP training. Details are attached regarding how to apply. To be considered for an Oxleas MHST EMHP Trainee position you will need to have submitted your application to KCL by – 25thOctober 2026 For further enquiries please contact: John Rea, Bexley MHST Team Manager (john.rea1@nhs.net) or Linda Adedayo, Greenwich MHST Team Manager (linda.adedayo2@nhs.net) Important Sponsorship Information for this post: We are unable to offer a certificate of sponsorship for this post. This advert closes on Thursday 29 Oct 2026
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Night Manager
Leonardo Hotels - London, London
PermanentFull time
The Night Manager will direct the strategic initiatives and objectives of the Front Office department, as well as managing day to day operations through the engagement of the team. All members of the department work together to create memorable moments for guests, in line with both company and hotel-specific service standards, and collaborate closely with other departments within the hotel. You will act as an ambassador for your own hotel and the wider Leonardo Hotels estate, demonstrating the company vision, mission and values. At all times, you will treat others around you with respect, dignity and fairness. As a Night Manager and a Head of Department, you'll keep your department running like clockwork and lead your team to ensure our guests have an incredible experience with us. Take a deep breath because you'll be stepping into a busy role! You'll maintain positive guest engagement and keep team morale high whilst ensuring any issues are resolved. As a Head of Department, you'll be carrying out Duty Manager shifts and inspiring our vibrant teams to exceed our guests' expectations. If you're our ideal Night Manager, you will: * Take responsibility for the safety and security of the hotel and our guests * Be a great motivator for your team: you'll be proactively working on training and developing plans to keep your team working effectively * Implement new ways to maximise guest experience and satisfaction * Bring your positive attitude to work with you every day: you'll be setting the tone for some of our guests' stays at welcome and/or departure! * Ensure that the hotel is sufficiently stocked throughout the night and ready for business every morning Some of the perks you could enjoy include: - Special rates on Leonardo Hotel rooms across the UK & Europe - Company-wide recognition scheme: you could earn vouchers to spend on a wide range of high street shops - Talent referral scheme - Thank You Week: from ice cream trucks to yoga classes and lots in between! - Wellbeing Calendar - Ongoing job-related training programmes with clear paths for progression We're committed to creating a workplace where every individual-regardless of background, identity, or lived experience-is welcomed, valued, and respected for who they are. Belonging means embracing our differences and ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and empowered. Why come join us? We look after our colleagues just as well as we look after our guests. Our regular Learning Bites, "Come Join Us Guest Care" training and Wellbeing webinars all help your progress with us. With support on tap, top-notch practical training and clear progression you'll be on track for a brilliant future in Hospitality!
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Senior LD and Autism Practitioner – CAMHS Inpatients
NHS Jobs - London
£63,665 to £70,887 a year
ContractFull time
Provide specialist Learning Disability and Autism support within Coborn Assess, plan and deliver interventions for children and young people experiencing mental health crises. Advise and support clinicians, families and partner agencies. Deliver training and promote best practice across services. Contribute to service improvement and positive outcomes for children, young people and their families. See JD for more details.
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Speech and Language Therapist
NHS Jobs - Tooting
£66,274 to £73,496 a year
PermanentFull time
To provide a tertiary level speech and language therapy service to deaf adults with a mental health diagnosis whose first language is primarily British Sign Language (BSL). To use specialist knowledge to independently assess and offer a differential diagnosis on the client's speech, language, and communication in relation to their deafness, mental health problems and any other co-existing diagnoses (i.e., LD, ASD, LDS etc). To use a holistic, client centred approach, gathering and synthesising information from other professionals and relatives/carers to ensure a full understanding of the persons communication needs is obtained. To plan, develop and provide specialist SLT advice, recommendations, and intervention programmes for this highly specialist caseload using expertise to create innovative ways of working to promote and maximise individual potential as well as plan for and advise others regarding communication needs within the context of an MDT and in consultation with the client and relatives/carers. To utilise different ways of offering intervention (individual, group, and multidisciplinary) including collaborative working with Deaf and hearing colleagues. To demonstrate specialist expertise in the management of adult deaf clients including support with relevant audiological equipment including hearing aids and cochlear implants and help arrange clinical referrals for this purpose when necessary. To provide consultation and second opinions to other specialist SLTs and other professionals and agencies associated with the service or working with deafness or mental health issues beyond the Trust. To maintain up to date and accurate clinical records and write complex reports reflecting highly specialist knowledge, ensuring that they meet departmental standards and are in line with Trust Policy, and HCPC and RCSLT professional standards. To provide specialist clinical/technical skills for interpretative assessment techniques and interventions (phonetic transcription; alternative and augmentative communication systems language sampling; neurolinguistic and psychological profiling etc). To work closely with families, carers and other professionals involved with individual clients. To demonstrate highly specialist knowledge in this clinical area, underpinned by current evidence-based practice and outcome measures and ongoing research. 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.
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Senior School Nurse (band 6)
NHS Jobs - London
£47,262 to £50,676 a year
PermanentFull time
To develop, implement and evaluate a comprehensive school health service that is aimed to continuously improve standards of health and social care for the school aged population; and the facilitation of collaborative and multi-professional working across professional and organisational boundaries in partnership with key statutory and voluntary organisations. This will be achieved through leadership and clinical excellence for our staff and involvement, self-care and personalisation for our service users; taking into account corporate and directorate objectives within the clinical governance framework which underpins the National Service Framework and Healthy Child Programme. Job Summary The post holder will be professionally responsible and accountable for the assessment of health needs, planning and evaluation of the school health service delivery, for both individuals and groups within a defined school age population delegating casework to team members as required. They will work in partnership with schools, parents/carers and other agencies to achieve the best health outcomes for children and young people. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Deliver holistic health assessments and care plans for children and young people. Develop and maintain multi-agency partnerships at school and borough levels. Mentor and support the development of pre-registration and SCPHN postgraduate students. Lead service delivery initiatives, including drop-in sessions and allocation meetings. Promote and increase the visibility of school health services in local communities. Participate in safeguarding processes, multi-agency case conferences, and Early Help strategies. Support training programmes for schools regarding medical needs and public health initiatives. Maintain accurate electronic records using the RiO system and contribute to audit and governance activities. Engage with the ChatHealth text messaging service and other digital platforms to support accessibility. As the key health worker, the school nurse will promote the health and well being of the school-aged child so as to enable each child to reach his/her full potential in line with Newhams inclusive education policy. This will help to minimise effects of social, cultural and racial inequality. The post holder will be required to develop a specialist role in areas of school nursing practice in line with service requirements and their personal development plan. Key Tasks and Accountabilities: Key tasks and accountabilities are intended to be a guide to the range and level of work expected of the post holder. This is not an exhaustive list of all tasks that may fall to the post holder and employees will be expected to carry out such other reasonable duties which may be required from time to time. To undertake all responsibilities listed below: 1. Provide a service to a caseload of children as the named school nurse in appropriate settings such as school, clinic, home, youth clubs, special educational units and other educational establishments. 2. Identify and work in partnership to provide a service to vulnerable and socially excluded children who may or may not be attending school. 3. Work collaboratively within the community hubs, in partnership with children, young people, parents / carers and other agencies, e.g. education, social services, other healthcare workers and the voluntary sector to meet the needs of children and young people. 4. Complete a targeted school entry health assessment for children entering a school in Newham. This includes the screening of vision, hearing, growth, general health and any other concerns/problems as identified. 5. Work in partnership with immunisation nurses to achieve immunisation programmes targets through liaison with parents / carers, pupils, schools and the community pharmacist in line with relevant policies. 6. Plan, deliver and evaluate health promotion activities in line with the school health curriculum, public health and locally agreed priorities. 7. Offer individual support and advice to children, young people, parents / carers, teachers and other professionals. 8. Demonstrate user involvement through surveys, meetings, focus groups etc. to plan for meeting the needs of the community. 9. Identify and devise appropriate individualised health care plan for the school aged child through continuous development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care. Contribute to the assessment and review of special education and medical needs. 10. Identify and provide training programmes as identified through the needs of schools. 11. Adhere to local child protection procedures. Represent health at case conferences, core group meetings and other meetings as required. Monitor the health of children who have the child protection plans and those of concern. Provide accurate reports for case conferences and participate in the decision making process for child protection. 12. Attend and participate in Team Around the School (TAS) meetings in the relevant geographical area aligned to caseload. 13. Provide reports at short notice for social services initial investigations. 14. Refer children to other agencies as appropriate and document referrals in progress notes contemporaneously. 15. Use school health profiling to develop the service to meet the needs of the school age population and to influence local policies as well as developing knowledge of local services and resources. 16. Work in partnership with the specialist clinical leads to develop and agree local service provision agreements for schools. 17. Support clinical team leaders in the provision of operational duties/ responsibilities and participate in clinical and child protection supervision. 18. Provide preceptorship / mentorship to associate school nurses and preregistration and other students. Associate school nurses preceptorship programmes will include joint Child Protection Supervision, attendance at initial child protection case conferences, supervision and monitoring of school nursing procedures as appropriate. Student mentorship will comprise of planning, teaching, and assessing 19. Provide cover for sick or absent colleagues as required. 20. Keep accurate and contemporaneous records in line with policies and NMC guidelines. 21. Ensure that all records are perused and transferred out / in as per service record keeping procedure on RiO and use the Early Help record templates as required. 22. Record statistical data for input onto the ICT system to meet data entry deadlines as required by the service. 23. Provide mental health support as tier 1 practitioners to children, young people and their families to identify concerns and where necessary refer on to other services. 24. Continuous review of induction programme to new staff which reflects the trends and changes of knowledge and guidelines. 25. Contribute to quality data collection which will be used to inform users and commissioners and improve the development of an evidence-based school nursing service. 26. Participate in audit programmes for reviewing service development. Professional Responsibilities 1. Comply with the NMC Code of Professional Conduct (Jan 2024) and ensure revalidation every three years to renew registration. 2. Seek out and make use of research findings relevant to the work of the school nursing team so as to ensure that clinical practice within the team is evidence based. 3. Participate in clinical and child protection supervision. 4. Undertake regular review of performance with line manager to agree personal and service objectives. 5. Develop practice through continued education, which will benefit development and delivery of service and meet continuing professional development (CPD) requirements. Attend mandatory and other training. Keep an electronic record of all training. 6. Report any incidents / accidents to the line manager and complete the reporting forms as appropriate 7. Undertake other duties as required that are commensurate with the aims of this post.
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Speech and Language Therapist
NHS Jobs - London
£58,133 to £65,261 a year
ContractFull time
To provide highly specialist SLT input to the acute stroke unit at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital. To analyse complex medical information, identify differential diagnosis and implement appropriate SLT assessment and treatment / management for patients with a range of swallowing and communication disorders, including care of patients with a tracheostomy. To ensure patients are involved in the planning and prioritisation of their care, as appropriate To participate in multidisciplinary tracheostomy management, as appropriate To participate in, and/ or lead videofluoroscopy clinic, as appropriate. This includes reviewing referrals for suitability, timely completion of reports and ensuring that clinical practice adheres to standards set by the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapy.
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