Occupational Therapy Technician
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
PermanentFull time
Clinical Explain to patients, relatives and those with whom they come into contact the role of Occupational Therapy on the ASU and Neurology. Obtain informed consent from the patient, and work within the current legal framework with patients who lack capacity to consent, prior to commencing any treatment. Through conversation with the patient, relatives, carers and Care Homes obtain information regarding social circumstances, normal function and daily routine. Making follow-up calls and completing paperwork, as directed by the Occupational Therapist. Carry out individual treatment sessions, as instructed by the Occupational Therapist, with patients with complex sensorimotor and cognitive deficits; this will include feeding, washing, dressing, shower and kitchen assessments and outdoor mobility and safety awareness. Carry out remedial activities with patients who have complex sensorimotor and cognitive deficits, as directed by the Occupational Therapist. Assist the Occupational Therapist in completing standardised cognitive assessments e.g. ACE III, LOTCA, CAM, OCS, GOAT etc. Independently manage the Occupational Therapy intervention for specific patients following an agreed protocol. Demonstrate knowledge and skill of how to position, handle and move patients with complex Neurological deficits. Order, issue and instruct patients and relatives in the safe use of prescribed Occupational Therapy equipment. Independently deliver and fit equipment and measure for rails in patients homes, as prescribed by the Occupational Therapist. For further information please see attached job description
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Health Improvement Practitioner
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
ContractFull time
1. JOB DETAILS Job Title: Health Improvement Practitioner Band: Band 4 AfC Locality: Mental Health and Wellbeing Base: Hybrid/ Livewell Southwest/ University Hospitals Plymouth Responsible to: Health Improvement Manager 2. JOB PURPOSE The Wellbeing Team is the provider service for the Office of the Director of Public Health within Plymouth City Council. The team is responsible for several health improvement outcome measures. It provides a One You service to the public around the key lifestyles which contribute to health outcomes, for example, Smokefree, Drink Less, Eatwell and Move More programmes. The Team also runs an extensive programme of training with an emphasis on mental health and wellbeing. They also facilitate the Wellbeing at Work Programme and Workplace Wellbeing Champion Scheme. 3. DEPARTMENTAL POSITION 4. MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Carry out one-to-one interventions for behavior change after appropriate training. Carry out group interventions for behavior change. Liaise with partners to help reach target populations and communities. Actively seek out Hard to Reach populations and help them to engage in health lifestyle initiatives. Actively seek out Livewell Southwest teams who would benefit from Wellbeing training and who can help deliver brief interventions and referral to the Wellbeing Team. Contribute to the delivery of training programmes for other professionals /interested parties internally and externally. This will include Treating Tobacco Dependency workshops and training sessions. Contribute at network meetings and team events. Monitor and evaluate outcomes via processes, procedures, and systems. Give feedback on performance and local intelligence to senior management team. Ensure that all stakeholders receive up-to-date information on a wide range of health improvement topics. Support health fairs, and other community engagement events to deliver health promotion and brief interventions. Contribute to the communications and marketing strategy by collecting case studies and photos. Develop fact sheets and resources. Act as a Health Champion, Making Every Contact Count. Be up to date with a range of health improvement topics through competency-based learning. Key Working Relationships: Plymouth health Improvement team staff The wider Plymouth Community Healthcare staff Plymouth City Council Secondary care staff Primary Care Childrens Centres Community and Voluntary Sector organisations. Work Development To carry out needs assessments to identify the health improvement requirements of local neighborhoods where good health is particularly at risk To prepare work plans in response to needs assessments. Service Delivery To plan delivery of interventions in partnership with key contacts To directly deliver interventions with priority targeted groups To advise and provide support on interventions to key contacts To organise training for staff and volunteers within key contact groups in conjunction with training providers. Marketing and Promotion To design and produce health promotion displays, presentations and publicity To market and promote the Health Improvement Practitioner role within the priority areas. To advise PCH of effective interventions to promote health. This will involve advising both clinicians and commissioners via the team structure Collect case studies to promote success and good news stories to the media and internally Evaluation and Monitoring To develop systems to enable activity and outcomes data to be collected To maintain appropriate records of interventions, attendance and effectiveness To respond to evaluation findings through development the work programme To carry out patent satisfaction surveys Professional Development To attend appropriate training to enable the role to progress To acquire new skills and knowledge in response to the developing needs of the post Skills and Responsibilities: Communication and Relationship skills Communication with clients who want to improve their health and wellbeing Communication with the wider public health staff and partners who work in this area Provide and receive complex information: barriers to understanding Potential communications difficulties such as language and disability Delivering training on different aspects of health promotion Analytical and Judgement Skills Skills for evaluating client motivation Judgement on appropriate level and type of support required Planning and organisational skills Plan and organise work plan with support of line manager Organise set up of clinics/ groups with support of team Plan and organise case-load Physical skills Undertake physical activity sessions (after training) Ability to frequently travel independently and in a timely manner between Livewell Southwest sites and community locations including areas not served by public transport. Ability to use computer and key board Able to carry stands and equipment for events such as health fairs Responsibility for patient and client care Responsibility for client care delivery according to protocol and training standards Keep records and protect data as per protocol Provide advice, support using motivational interviewing and a range of behaviour change techniques aimed at achieving sustainable goals Develop client self-care through education and motivation Provide advice on medication such as Stop Smoking medications Responsibility for policy and service development Follow departmental policies Contribute to the development of policy, guidance etc. through own experience and insights Responsibility for physical and financial resources Discuss all orders with line manager before ordering goods Work with health promotion team on resource procurement Check equipment as necessary Responsibility for human resources May be required to demonstrate responsibilities to other members of the team Co-facilitate training to colleagues Support staff with lifestyle interventions as appropriat Responsibility for information resources Keep up to date client records Input into development of information resources such as leaflets, posters, fact sheets, website and social media Responsibility for research and development Participate in audits and evaluation research Freedom to act Follows procedures and treatment plans, some lone working Scope and develop own work opportunities through partnerships and identification of need. Physical Effort Combination of sitting, standing, walking and may lift health improvement equipment and presentation equipment Mental effort Concentration on client support Counselling support Reading documents and assimilating knowledge e.g. NICE guidance Emotional effort Occasional exposure to clients who may be distressed due to outcome, anxiety, family problems, withdrawal etc Working conditions Office conditions, community centres etc. May be outside at open air events. May include institutions, traveler sites, mental health units. Some unsociable hours may be worked; evenings and weekends Date of annual review:
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Healthcare Assistant
Cornwallis Care Services Ltd
£13.50 to £27.80 an hour
PermanentFull time
Healthcare Assistant Addison Park Callington, Cornwall Part-Time or Full-Time Start Something Meaningful This August Looking for a career where every day makes a difference? At Addison Park Care Home, we're looking for compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistants to join our friendly team. Whether you're already working in care or looking for a rewarding new career, we'll provide all the training and support you need to succeed. Every smile you share, every conversation you have, and every act of kindness helps our residents feel safe, valued and truly at home. If you have a caring nature and want to be part of a team that genuinely supports one another, we'd love to hear from you. Why Join Us ✔️ £500 refer a friend scheme ✔️ Loyalty Bonus ✔️ Reward and recognition Schemes ✔️ Blue Light card ✔️ Full training provided ✔️ Supportive team environment ✔️ Opportunity to grow and progress in a rewarding career ✔️ Completive pay rates and enhancements Your Role As a Healthcare Assistant, you’ll play a vital part in our residents’ daily lives, supporting not just their care needs, but also emotional reassurance happiness and wellbeing too. You’ll help residents: Feel comfortable, safe, and respected Stay engaged through meaningful conversations and activities Maintain their independence wherever possible Enjoy each day with dignity and companionship No two days are the same, but every day is rewarding. What You’ll Be Doing Providing personal care with dignity, respect, and kindness Building genuine connections with residents Supporting activities that bring joy and purpose Following personalised care plans Monitoring wellbeing and health, reporting any changes Working closely with your team and healthcare professionals Keeping clear and accurate care records What We’re Looking For A kind, caring, and empathetic nature Good communication skills and a friendly approach A team player who can also work independently Basic IT skills for record-keeping A positive, flexible attitude A commitment to learning and development A strong dedication to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable people Development Pathways We believe in investing in our people through qualifications and mentoring. As a Healthcare Assistant, you'll have the opportunity to progress to an Enhanced Healthcare Assistant role through our comprehensive training and competency programme. This development pathway will enable you to: Safely administer medication following competency assessments. Carry out basic clinical observations and report concerns appropriately. Lead by example, promoting high standards of person-centred care. Support and mentor new colleagues during their induction and development. Work alongside Team Leads to support the smooth running of each shift. Build the knowledge and confidence needed to progress into senior care roles in the future. Pay Scale - No qualifications £13:00 per hour £16.25 per hour (Weekend Rate) £26.00 per hour (Bank Holidays) Pay Scale - Care Certificate or above qualification in care (Don’t have your Care Certificate yet, we’ll support you to achieve it!) £13.50 per hour £16.88 per hour (weekends) £27.00 per hour (bank holidays) Pay Scale - Enhanced £13.90 per hour £17.38 per hour (weekends) £27.80 per hour (bank holidays) Apply now and begin a rewarding journey in care with a team that values you. We’re proud to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Please note that all roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and confirmation of the right to work in the UK. We are NOT able to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this role. However, we welcome applications from individuals who already have the right to work in the UK, including those on Student or Graduate visas. We are able to offer contracts of up to 20 hours per week where this is in line with the conditions of your visa. If you’re looking for a role where you can make a difference every single day, we’d love to hear from you. Full job description available on request.
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Kitchen Team Leader
Mitchells & Butlers PLC - Plymouth, United Kingdom
Competitive Salary
PermanentFull time
No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As Kitchen Team Leader at Miller & Carter Plymouth, you will support the Head Chef in building a kitchen to be proud of. You will be the master of the menu with a passion for serving great food and training great people. Does this sound like you? Join us at Miller and Carter, the home of the Steak Geeks. We take the bull by the horns. Picture perfect steaks, butchered, aged and cooked to perfection. We add a special touch to every occasion. If you fancy yourself as a steak geek, we want to hear from you. All management employees are enrolled onto our unique and industry leading 3 day Steak School, and we are proud as the ONLY restaurant chain to be awarded ‘The Masters of Steak' accreditation. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Flexible shifts to fit around you. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family. Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it. Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications. Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS KITCHEN TEAM LEADER YOU’LL… Train and inspire your Chefs and Kitchen Team to deliver food to be proud of. Be driven to smash targets with your team. Support with food ordering, food preparation and stock control. Have mastered the art of working with a branded menu. Oversee that your team conforms to health and hygiene regulations. Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.
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Chef
Mitchells & Butlers PLC - Plymouth, United Kingdom
Competitive Salary
PermanentFull time
No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As a Chef at Miller & Carter Plymouth, you will master our menu, with your food being the reason guests keep coming through our doors! You’ll enjoy working in a team, serving up food to be proud of. Does this sound like the chef job for you? Join us at Miller and Carter, the home of the Steak Geeks. We take the bull by the horns. Picture perfect steaks, butchered, aged and cooked to perfection. We add a special touch to every occasion. If you fancy yourself as a steak geek, we want to hear from you. All management employees are enrolled onto our unique and industry leading 3 day Steak School, and we are proud as the ONLY restaurant chain to be awarded ‘The Masters of Steak' accreditation. WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME? Flexible shifts to fit around you. A massive 33% discount across all our brands. Whether its date night at Miller & Carter or a family roast at Toby Carvery, we’ve got you covered. 20% discount off all of our brands for friends and family. Wagestream – a financial toolkit that helps you manage your finances and allows you to access your earned pay when you need it. Opportunities to grow with paid for qualifications. Opportunity for progression; on average 200 Chefs are promoted to Head Chef every year. Discounts on gym memberships. Team Socials – work hard, play hard! On top of this, as part of Mitchells & Butlers you will receive a pension; 28 days paid holiday; high-street shopping discounts; and we even give you free shares! There's also a free employee helpline- to support you with whatever life throws at you. WHAT WILL I BE DOING? AS A CHEF YOU’LL… Prepare everything that is needed before service. Cook food to be proud of and know the menu inside out. Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Haven't got a CV to hand? Don't worry you don't need a CV to apply At M&B, we want people to be supported, valued, able to be themselves and work in a great team. Join us and help us make every guest feel truly welcome.
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Clinical Fellowship in Stroke (StR Higher)
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£67,325 to £76,582 a year
ContractFull time
Assessing and initiating treatment, including IV thrombolysis for patients presenting with suspected acute stroke (under consultant supervision) Providing medical input for patients requiring treatment with mechanical thrombectomy (including receiving referrals from other hospitals) Involvement on HASU and ASU, directly working with the stroke consultant in the running of the ward There will also be non-stroke clinical work, comprising approximately 20% of clinical work. This will vary based on the applicants medical background and the needs of the hospital. This will involve a proportion of the clinical work being within other departments, including Geriatrics, Neurology, Acute Medicine and Rehabilitation medicine. On call : At present the registrars work a 1 in 7 partial shift. There is a requirement to work a 24/7 resident rota to carry the stroke bleep and make thrombolysis and thrombectomy decisions (supported by an on-call Consultant) on a 1:13 basis. When you work weekends and nights you will be rostered with appropriate compensatory rest. In addition to 9-5 day shifts, there are long day shifts (9am-9pm, which include weekends) and night shifts 9pm-9am.
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Trust Doctor StR Lower in Urology
NHS Jobs - plymouth
from £55,355 a year
ContractFull time
Duties will include attending ward rounds, performing diagnostic procedures, clinics, supporting theatres, and supporting junior urology staff as part of a wider urology clinical team including post grad urology trainees, doctors assistant and surgical care practitioners. Also required to be on the urology registrar on call rota, There may be some requirement to cover absence colleagues as required.
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Dental Nurse
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£29,810 to £33,389 a year
PermanentFull time
Role: Dental Nurse Grade: Band 4 Reports to: Clinic Team Leader Role summary: The role holder will support the provision of primary care dentistry on our undergraduate student clinics as well as providing chairside assistance to our general dental practitioners. Key accountabilities: Effective and efficient engagement with all processes required to support the provision of clinical care Effective communication skills to maximise the efficiency of the clinics Ensure all activities are undertaken in compliance with Equality and Diversity regulations for staff, students and patients Ensure all clinicians and students are adhering to policies, protocols and processes Provide chairside assistance during dental procedures Measures of success: Successful outcomes to items listed in role summary and other delegated tasks Successful delivery of key priorities and objectives agreed with manager and as part of the performance development review Positive customer feedback Meets deadlines Manages competing demands Knowledge, Education and Training: Dental Nurse, registered with the General Dental Council Additional dental qualifications are desirable but not essential Excellent numeracy and literacy skills Computer literacy, including competence with Microsoft Office and R4. Full training will be given Experience: Evidence of work in a dental environment Skills Ability to work as an individual within a team environment Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written Understanding of how internal processes can impact on organisational performance Able to prioritise and move between tasks to meet deadlines Able to travel independently within the Peninsula Behaviours Demonstrates self-leadership Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment at all times Demonstrates commitment and support to PDSE, to PDSE managers and to colleagues Uses initiative to start and complete tasks without direct supervision Takes ownership of tasks Uses own expertise and uses it to develop others Supports others to achieve goals Forms good working relationships with colleagues to achieve successful outcomes Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing demands Uses full range of knowledge of dental procedures, including any specialist knowledge, to support patient care This post requires Hepatitis B immunisation and other health clearance as stipulated by Occupational Health. Staff on 52 week contracts must take the majority of their annual leave allocation outside of term time. Requests for annual leave within term-time will only be granted if the functioning of the clinics will not be compromised. Plymouth-based Dental Nurses will be routinely required to work across both Plymouth sites and may occasionally be required to work in Exeter or Truro. Exeter and Truro based staff will routinely be based in one site and may occasionally be required to work in any of the other sites. Other: This job description provides a general reflection of the key accountabilities associated with the post, it is expected that the role holder will undertake any other reasonable activities to assist in efficient service delivery. This job description is not exhaustive and may change as the post develops, but such change will not take place without consultation between the post holder and their manager. Job descriptions should be reviewed at least annually at the appraisal meeting. Normal working hours are 0845 to 1700 Monday to Friday, however on occasions to meet business need you will be required to work revised hours, typically between 0800 and 1800. An enhanced DBS Check will be carried out.
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Section Lead BMS
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£49,387 to £56,515 a year
PermanentFull time
1. Take managerial charge of the clinical technical service provided by a section of the Department. 2. Achieve, demonstrate, maintain and promote scientific & technical excellence, and by example ensure high professional standards amongst the scientific, technical and support staff in your section within the Department. 3. To ensure that all staff meet the necessary standards of speed, quality and accuracy, appropriate to the level of experience and training. 4. To facilitate the induction, training & competencies of staff within the section i.e. Trainee Biomedical Scientists (BMS), BMSs of all grades, Associate Healthcare Scientists & ATOs. This includes ensuring timely completion of all induction, training & competency records. 5. Working with the Operations Manager and Services Lead to develop, coordinate and maintain the Departments programme of continuous service review in accordance with internal and external quality systems and within the Trusts framework of continuous quality improvement. 6. To work with the quality manager to ensure all necessary quality standards are met, including UKAS, HTA. 7. To be responsible for the establishment, and participate in the auditing, of all working procedures and protocols within your area of responsibility. 8. To have overall responsibility for stock control and ordering within your section. To have a joint responsibility for stock levels of consumables that are common to other sections of the Department, ensure that these stock levels are maintained and that all storage areas are safe and tidy. 9. To be responsible for the promotion, identification and implementation of efficiency measures within the section. Work with senior staff in the other sections to ensure that any efficiency measures identified within the Department are implemented. 10. Ensure that the necessary standards of security are maintained throughout the Section and any area used for storage. For further details please se ethe attached JD and PS
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Service Advisor
Perfect Placement UK Ltd - Plymouth, South West
£30,000 to £35,000 a year
PermanentFull time
We are recruiting for an experienced Service Advisor to join a well-established franchised dealership in Plymouth, Devon. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a reputable automotive group that values its team members and offers clear career advancement routes. Our client’s dealership represents well-known brands such as Peugeot, Vauxhall, and Fiat, in a professional and customer-focused environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering exceptional customer service, managing vehicle servicing processes, and maintaining high standards of organisation and communication. Benefits: - Basic salary up to £30,000, dependent on experience - OTE up to £35,000 through an structured bonus scheme - Working Monday to Friday with alternating Saturdays on a rota (8am - 12pm) - Opportunities for ongoing professional development - Clear career progression within a leading dealership group - In-house training programmes to support growth and success Duties: - Greeting customers and managing vehicle check-in and check-out - Allocating loan vehicles and processing documentation accurately within the dealer management system - Managing the progress of service jobs in collaboration with technicians to ensure timely completion - Communicating regularly with customers throughout the servicing process - Explaining work carried out and advising on further services when appropriate - Ensuring high standards of customer service and satisfaction Requirements: - Previous experience as a Service Advisor within a franchised dealership or similar environment - Strong customer service skills with a friendly and professional approach - Excellent organisational abilities to handle multiple tasks effectively - Good communication skills, both verbal and written - Full UK driving licence - Ability to work well within a team and show initiative If this Service Advisor role sounds like the ideal next step in your automotive career, we would love to hear from you. Find out more about this fantastic opportunity today. Contact Tom Wharton, Automotive Recruitment Specialist at Perfect Placement covering Plymouth and Devon, today to discover more about this fantastic opportunity. At Perfect Placement we specialise in Jobs within the Automotive Field, we can help you with your Career search for Motor Trade Jobs as we have over 1,500 live Automotive Vacancies across the whole of the UK ranging from Vehicle Technician Jobs to Service Manager Jobs.
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