Senior Physiotherapist
NHS Jobs - Plympton
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PermanentFull time
Responsibility for People Management. To take responsibility for all aspects of service delivery, including providing leadership to Physiotherapy colleagues, providing cover for staff who are absent and deputising in the team leads absence. To co-ordinate the day-to-day activities of Physiotherapy and admin staff where applicable. To regularly supervise and line manage both workload and caseload of Physiotherapist/support staff, undertaking and recording line management meetings and appraisals, supporting the attainment of competencies, knowledge and achieving objectives set out in their personal development plan. To support Physiotherapy/support staff and other Livewell SW health and social care professionals, to develop their knowledge, experience, providing advice, guidance, and signposting where appropriate. To plan, organise and lead when delegated, both formal and informal treatments and health education groups for both service users and formal/informal carers. To educate service users and both formal/informal carers regarding the impact of cognitive, perceptual, and physical deficits that affect patient safety and independence in the hospital and home, leisure, and workplace. Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources. To assess, prescribe and authorise both general and specialist aids and adaptive equipment in line with the organisations and the Community Equipment Services policy and procedures. If appropriate following specialist training or working with colleagues who have undergone specialist training, recognise when there is a need to assess for splinting and positioning to prevent, treat and manage deformity and improve function for the upper limb, fabricating splints which may be complex in nature. To utilise Livewell SW resources responsibly, following policy and guidance around the security, useability, decontamination, and maintenance of assessment equipment utilised in the clinical setting. To take responsibility for ensuring solutions are at all times cost effective and to work within financial delegated limits. To have a working knowledge of statutory and non-statutory funding and the legislation/guidance that underpins these funding streams, ensuring service users meet the eligibility criteria when advocating for/ utilising services on the service users behalf (e.g. Care Act eligibility, Housing legislation etc) Responsibility for administration. To maintain high professional standards and conduct at all times, complying with the standards of practice in line with Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP) and all of HCPC standards and regulations. To follow Livewell uniform policy at all times, and to present in a professional manner. To comply with the Lone Working Policy and procedures, utilising safety devices and/or apps, and always informing the department of your whereabouts during work hours. To work as an autonomous practitioner, independently organising, planning, and diarising a designated caseload to meet service priorities, readjusting plans as situations change and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regard to clinical priorities and use of time. To manage a caseload of service users with complex needs, applying logical professional rationale that is based upon evidence based / person-centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate interventions. To ensure use of risk assessment in all areas of your work are undertaken and comply with Livewell SW Health and Safety policies and Lone Working Policy. To maintain up to date, accurate and complete records of all activity and clinical input (all formats of service user contacts, MDT care plans, assessments, reports, Caseload Management Tool), ensuring confidentiality at all times, complying with Livewell SW Health & Corporate Records policy and HCPC requirements for thorough and sufficient records. To utilise and complete applicable outcome measures in your service and offer service user feedback mechanisms when facilitating the discharge of service users from Livewell SW services. To actively engage in caseload supervision with line manager, taking responsibility for ensuring own personal and professional development and statutory training demonstrating the ability to apply increasingly complex skills / knowledge as defined by identified competencies. To report accidents, incidents, complaints, or faulty equipment in line with Livewell SW policy and procedures. Responsibility for people who use our services. To act in a service users best interest at all times, factoring in their known views, beliefs, values, and instructions expressed, when undertaking care or an intervention where the service user lacks capacity to give expressed consent. To actively participate in the complex MDT functions and the support individuals with decision making around the application of the Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards and adhering to the principles of Best Interest legislation. To demonstrate a high level of understanding of conditions relevant to the diagnostic area and those patients presenting with multi pathology. Where necessary, to carry out baseline medical observations e.g. temperature, respirations and blood pressure checks to record and share this information with other health and social care professionals, to aid them with medical diagnoses and identification of most appropriate treatment pathway. To have a working knowledge of the Care Act 2014 including the well-being principle, prevention, and the eligibility criteria. To be competent to identify the need for an enabling package of support and set goals to promote independence. To maintain competence in the use of complex manual handling techniques and equipment including the prescription of manual handling equipment for use in the community setting, demonstrating the use to carers as necessary including in urgent and crisis situations and to provide a manual handling safe system of work (manual handling plan). Employing single handed care techniques as appropriate. To respect the individual values, cultural and religious diversity of patients and contribute to the provision of a service sensitive to those needs. To provide education and advice to service users, carers and/or family members regarding the impact of cognitive, perceptual, and physical deficits on patient safety and independence in the home, leisure, and workplace. Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments To jointly manage referrals/admissions/waiting lists to ensure appropriate screening and prioritisation are utilised in accordance with service eligibility criteria and standards. To participate in Triage/MDT discussions and/or coordination of new referrals/transfer of service users to Livewell SW services. Communication and relationships To be proficient in written and spoken English, e.g. face-to-face, email, telephone, letter, presentation. To establish, liaise with and ensure good communication networks with statutory and voluntary bodies, this will include liaising with health and social care professionals regarding the transfer or discharge of service users from other hospital/communitybased settings. To work in a patient centred way, using a range of verbal and non-verbal communication methods with people who may have difficulty in understanding or communicating. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR ALL POSTS As part of your role there will be occasional requirement to draw upon appropriate shared skills to support holistic assessments. The shared skills you are requested to complete for your role/team are detailed in the LSW shared skills matrix. Some of the shared skills (as listed below) may already be a core part of your role: Clinical Observations - Take a set of clinical observations and escalate findings appropriately. Purpose T pressure Screening -Be able to complete a pressure screening tool and escalate findings appropriately. Cognition Screening -Be able to complete a basic cognitive screen and refer on to the appropriate service where required. Falls Prevention - Understand what health and social care professionals can advise on to reduce falls risk. Frailty Level 1 - Understand what frailty is and how it can affect service users. Safeguarding Children and Adults All employees have a duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and adults and are required to act in such a way that at all times safeguards their health and wellbeing. Familiarisation with and adherence to national and local safeguarding adults and children policies is an essential requirement upon all employees. Staff are also required to participate in related mandatory/statutory training.
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Locum Consultant in Anaesthesia
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£113,565 to £150,569 a year
ContractFull time
We have included an indicative 10 PA job plan within the candidate pack; however, we strongly believe that a job plan should work for both the individual and the service. The successful applicant will therefore have the opportunity to meet with the Service Line Director prior to starting in post to agree a personalised job plan that reflects their skills, interests, and preferred working patterns. We recognise that flexibility is key to supporting wellbeing and long-term career satisfaction. We are proud of our track record in offering highly flexible working arrangements and are committed to helping colleagues balance their professional and personal lives. We're also keen to help people focus on the areas of practice they enjoy most we know that when people do what they love, they bring their best selves to work. Job plans typically include 1.5 PAs of generic Supporting Professional Activities (SPA) time, though this can be tailored depending on roles in education, management, research, or quality improvement. We run a first-on call rota for anaesthesia (excluding cardiac, ICU, and paediatrics), which is supported by a second-on call consultant. When on first-on call, you must be within 30 minutes of the hospital, and for second-on call, within 45 minutes. Resident trainees are available overnight in obstetrics, the emergency theatre, ICU, and cardiac ICU, ensuring senior support is well integrated into our system. As part of our commitment to sustainability and work-life balance, we have a clear and supportive process for taking colleagues off the on-call rota in the latter stages of their career, if desired. We would be more than happy to discuss any aspect of the job plan, rota, or working arrangements. Informal visits to the department, hospital, and local area are warmly encouraged
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Seasonal Merchandiser
eXPD8
£12.71 to £12.71 an hour
ContractPart time
Are you looking to make some extra cash this autumn/winter? Do you have what it takes to make the shelves irresistible to shoppers? Do you have a knack for spotting what looks good? If so, we're hiring a Seasonal Retail Merchandiser in Tesco Plymouth Express the PL1 1RA area. You'll be an integral part of a field-based retail merchandising team, working in a range of high street retailers on behalf of exciting household name brands. You will be responsible for ensuring the fixtures are set up effectively, products and promotions are displayed attractively, and the shelves are well-stocked. Interested in learning more? Read on below... About the role: Weekly hours: 5 hours Shift pattern: Sunday - 2.5 hours variable start timeSaturday - 2.5 hours variable start time End date: 2 January 2027 How you'll deliver excellence: -You'll restock and organise products on shelves and displays to maximise visibility and appeal. -You'll set up promotional displays and signage to effectively communicate prices, discounts, and special offers. -You'll know and stick to the merchandising standards and guidelines, store policies and procedures and health and safety guidance. -You'll provide accurate and timely feedback and photos to our client account teams, via our survey application, as the eyes and ears in the stores! What do you get: -Access to PAYM8, allowing you to access your wage before payday -Immediate access for you and your family to GroceryAid -Unlimited refer a friend scheme -Access to eXPD8 Rewards where we offer regular competitions and incentive plans -Full induction and training provided with access to over 400 learning resources What makes you excellent: -Experience of, or a passion for, merchandising, retail and/or customer service -Able to commit to the hours listed above -Take pride in delivering great standards and service for our clients -Are confident using a company tablet to download briefs, take photos and answer questions about your tasks -Be comfortable with a bit of manual handling! You'll need to move and arrange our products from the warehouse to the shopfloor. -A full UK driving licence and access to a car is a bonus What makes us excellent: We are one of the UK's largest field marketing agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting many iconic brands and retailers. We have a great reputation of delivering exceptional service to ensure our customers succeed in retail. People are our business, so we work hard to ensure they are supported, rewarded, and valued. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader and a fully inclusive employer. Z4
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Customer Solution Manager
Pinnacle Group Limited - Plymouth
£28,000 to £28,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Pinnacle Group are looking for a Customer Solutions Manager to join our Pinnacle Service Families team, supporting service families living in Defence Infrastructure Organisation accommodation across the UK. Reporting to the Customer Service Delivery Manager, you will take ownership of complex complaints, conducting thorough investigations, gathering evidence, engaging with key stakeholders, and delivering clear and timely resolutions. The role requires a proactive individual who can identify service improvements, collaborate effectively with operational teams, and ensure customers receive a consistently high standard of support, helping to enhance the overall customer experience throughout the housing journey. Pinnacle Service Families manages 49,000 military family homes across the UK – one of the largest and most significant contracts within Pinnacle Group. Delivered on behalf of the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), part of the Ministry of Defence, our work supports service families by providing well-managed services and advocating for their needs in everything we do. The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex customer enquiries or complaints within a customer service, housing, property, or service-led environment. They will be empathetic, highly organised, and confident communicating with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels, both verbally and in writing. You will have a professional and approachable manner, strong problem-solving skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to constructively challenge while giving and receiving feedback. A genuine commitment to delivering outstanding customer service, driving continuous improvement, and putting customers at the heart of everything you do is essential. Who we are Pinnacle Group is a market-leading national provider of housing, neighbourhood and workplace services. With over thirty years of experience, we deliver expert, place-based management and maintenance solutions that enhance the everyday lives of the communities we serve. We’re a people-first organisation with a values-driven culture that has stood the test of time -reflected in the way we care for both our employees and our customers. Who we’re looking for We’re looking for someone who not only meets the key criteria below but also embraces our core values – Trust, Respect, Involve, Challenge, and Deliver Excellence – and is committed to earning and maintaining the confidence of our clients and communities. Key responsibilities: Gather and evaluate all relevant evidence, manage complaint cases in line with agreed timelines, and issue clear, timely, and accurate written responses to complainants. Attend meetings (both virtual and face‑to‑face) with management, colleagues, stakeholders, and families as required. Participate in coffee mornings and other local engagement events to provide direct support to families. Review existing processes to identify opportunities for continuous improvement. Ensure full compliance with company policies, procedures, and standards at all times. Drive service performance by identifying improvement areas and working collaboratively with the Customer Service Delivery Manager to implement effective changes. Work closely with NSC‑based teams to support complaint resolution and achieve positive customer outcomes. Work collaboratively with the team, stepping in to cover colleagues when required to maintain service delivery Key Requirements: Experience handling complex customer enquiries and complaints in a customer service, housing, property, or service-led environment. Strong investigation and problem-solving skills, with the ability to gather evidence and deliver effective resolutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, both written and verbal. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple cases to agreed deadlines. A customer-focused and proactive approach, with a passion for continuous improvement and delivering positive outcomes Our Offer We believe that diversity makes us stronger. The more varied our workforce, the better we can understand, reflect and meet the needs of the communities we serve. That’s why we actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds – especially those who represent the communities we work with every day. As a colleague, you’ll be part of an inclusive and supportive culture where you’re encouraged to thrive. We’re committed to helping you reach your full potential through continuous learning, development opportunities and career progression. In addition to statutory benefits such as sick pay, maternity/paternity leave, a pension scheme, and annual leave, we offer a wide range of additional benefits tailored to your role and business area, including: Maternity/paternity packages Flexible Working Arrangements Life Assurance Enhanced Pension Scheme Additional Annual Leave Private Medical Insurance Cycle to Work Scheme Employee Assistance Programme Retail Discounts Childcare Assistance Season Ticket Loans Sick Pay Schemes Personal Development Plans
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Waking Night Support Worker
Mencap - Plymouth, South West
£24,785 to £24,785 an hour
PermanentFull time
Job Advert Mencap is seeking a passionate Waking Night Support Worker to join our incredible team in Plymouth. As a Support Worker, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with learning disabilities. You will be working with a diverse group of people, each with their own unique abilities and needs. From assisting with daily activities to providing emotional support, you’ll play a vital role in their life. What we're looking for: - A genuine passion for supporting others. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to build meaningful relationships. - Flexibility to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. - A positive and empathetic attitude towards individuals with learning disabilities. Contract options: - Part-time: 11 hrs Shift times: All our services are 24hr care. We prepare the rotas at least 4 weeks in advance so you can still plan your personal and social life! *All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references. We are an equitable, diverse and inclusive organisation and we particularly welcome and encourage disabled applicants and those from the Black and Asian communities to apply for the role as they are under-represented within the workforce. JOB ID: 36911 Benefits Here at Mencap, we offer an impressive range of benefits designed to support and reward our employees to ensure that our teams feel valued and appreciated. Our benefits package offers 24 days of paid holiday (excluding bank holidays, pro rata), along with a range of perks such as discounts at leading high-street retailers, access to health cash plans, interest-free loans, and many more exciting offerings. For more details on what we have to offer, please see the attached document and below link with all the fantastic benefits available to you as a member of our team https://jobs.mencap.org.uk/benefits.aspx *T&C's apply based on contract About Mencap Our vision is for the UK to be the best place in the world for people with a learning disability to live happy and healthy lives. We're here to support people with a learning disability, their families and their carers. We fight for a kinder, fairer and more inclusive society for people with a learning disability to live in. At Mencap, everyone works with people with a learning disability either providing support or advice, or alongside one another as colleagues. Belonging at Mencap is for Everyone, Every day, Everywhere. - Everyone is expected to treat people well and make Mencap an inclusive organisation. - Every day we grow and learn. It’s okay to make mistakes but we learn from them and make changes. - Everywhere people will feel respected, valued, and safe to be themselves. We have Belonging network groups that meet online and are open to all colleagues. The groups include people who identify as Black and Asian, LGBTQIA+, disabled or with a long- term health condition, women, parents and carers, and their allies. We want to encourage everyone to apply to work at Mencap and we offer a variety of different contract types and working patterns. We’re not looking for specific experience. It is your personality and values that will make you a great colleague. We will train and develop you to succeed in the role you’re applying for.
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Roadside Technician
Octane Recruitment Ltd - Plymouth, South West
£48,000 to £70,000 a year
PermanentFull time
Roadside Technician (field-based) providing roadside assistance for a national breakdown company with over 15 million members. Great salary, benefits, overtime and bonus opportunities. Must have the right to work in the UK. Location: Plymouth Pay / salary: £36,400 OTE: OTE: In Excess of £60,000, opportunity to earn 70-80k+ Job type: Permanent / full-time role Shift and schedule for the Roadside Technician role 40 hours per week between 6am and 12am, Monday to Sunday. Shifts are known 12 months in advance. Flexi overtime at x1.5 and/or optional fixed overtime at £30 per hour. All hours start and stop from home as soon as you start the van. Benefits for the Roadside Technician role - Overtime – 300 overtime hours per year equates to an extra £12,000 per annum. - Bonus scheme. - 23 days plus bank holidays (rising to 25 with service). - Up to 6.5% matched pension contributions. - Life Insurance cover up to 4x your salary. - Access to a broad range of career progression opportunities and industry leading training. - Colleague share scheme. - Car salary sacrifice scheme – includes electric vehicle options after 12 months. - Wellbeing support 24/7. - Free breakdown cover for your household. Job Responsibilities for the Roadside Technician role - Attend roadside breakdowns and assess vehicle faults quickly and accurately. - Carry out mechanical and electrical repairs at the roadside, including battery replacements, wheel changes, and minor engine fixes. - Use diagnostic tools to identify issues and determine repair options. - Provide temporary solutions when full repair isn’t possible, ensuring member mobility. - Advise members clearly on next steps, including recovery if needed. - Work safely and efficiently in varied environments and conditions. What you’ll need to be considered for the Roadside Technician role - Must have a minimum Level 2 qualification in light vehicle maintenance and repair, or ideally a Level 3 light vehicle maintenance and repair qualification (City & Guilds, IMI, NVQ, or equivalent). - Must have a minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification hands-on experience with vehicles, either in a workshop or a mobile vehicle role. - A customer-focused approach. - Must have a full UK driving licence – max 6 points, no bans. If you would like to know more and be considered for the role, or simply want a Job Pack with more details, please apply. Consultant: Jack Adams – Octane Recruitment SWVT Octane Recruitment is a specialist Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agency, working with a variety of businesses across the sector. If you would like to know more about these vacancies or any similar vacancies such as Mobile Automotive Technician, Mobile Vehicle Technician, Roadside Technician, Mobile Breakdown Technician or Mobile Mechanic roles then please get in touch.
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Practice Facilitator
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£39,959 to £48,117 a year
PermanentFull time
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibility for People Management Competencies and Training: To be involved in the planning, implementation, delivery and evaluation of clinical and essential training using relevant national and local guidelines and frameworks. Support in delivery of training programmes led by other clinical educators. Implement, participate, and facilitate in the development of Practice Supervision as peer groups for all staff groups across the Community Nursing teams. Facilitate the development of a peer learning groups for all staff groups across the Community Nursing teams. Develop opportunities to enhance development and sign off, of clinical practice competencies. Facilitate and support in the sign off, of clinical competencies, supporting evidence based, quality leadership. Support with the delivery and implementation of essential clinical training for these staff groups. Provide expert clinical leadership and support to all staff groups across the community Nursing teams. Student Nursing Associates and nurses acting as a role model in provision of clear direction for nursing and practice development. The role includes a balance of clinical, educational and leadership responsibilities which may vary according to need and to be agreed by the Practice lead for nursing to support service development. Responsibility for financial and/or physical resources Ensure training equipment and consumables are maintained. Monitor stock levels and liaise with training team in regards ordering and restocking Maybe required to instigate ordering of new or updated equipment in line with current guidelines and best practice responsible for the safe use of equipment other than equipment which they personally use; And/or responsible for maintaining stock control and/or security of stock. Responsibility for Workforce and Operational Issues: Works within the NMC Code of Practice. Ensure quality service delivery by developing and reviewing of workforce competencies in collaboration with professional training and development, practice lead for nursing and operational mangers. Support on strategies to support Professional training and development and Practice lead in the development of suitably skilled staff by using workforce planning developments to support the development of sill mix competency and development within the staff groups identified. To actively participate in supporting new ways of working and developing staff quality and competence within clinical practice. Develop opportunities to enhance development and sign off, of clinical practice competencies Remain updated and competent and ensure that clinical practice is evidence based. Have an up-to-date personal development plan and professional portfolio Participate in an annual appraisal of their work in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF) where the job description will be reviewed, and objectives set. In line with the annual development plan the post holder will be expected to undertake any training or development required to fulfil their role. Responsibility for people who use our services Provide nursing knowledge and experience to any member of the multi-disciplinary team in relation to patient care, ensuring a visible presence is maintained within clinical areas. Set, agree and monitor standards for clinical practice and patient care and ensure teams have the right skills to deliver a high-quality service. Ensure changes in clinical practice are reflected in training and competency assessment, alerting the team manager and practice lead for nursing where there is an unmet need. Work autonomously in the community setting, recognising the risks associated with lone working, e.g., aggressive behaviour, and work proactively to reduce those risks. Work as an autonomous practitioner, managing and prioritising own workload according to local guidelines and identified need. Working in a variety of community settings, exercising a high level of judgement, discretion and decision making in clinical care. To facilitate and support effective clinical assessment and transfer those skills to support quality of care and clinical competence for those identified staff in line with clinical assessments listed below: To Support and perform a comprehensive holistic assessment and physical examination for patients using clinical skills and knowledge to identify problems or symptoms. To be able to determine if symptoms warrant further investigation and/or treatment and initiate this as appropriate. To plan, implement and evaluate on an ongoing basis, care delivery using evidence based best practice. To be able to identify and resolve complex clinical issues. Support staff in providing expert clinical care and health promotion interventions that will help prevent unnecessary hospital admissions and periods of crisis. This will include the ordering and interpreting of diagnostic tests and act on results, referrals to relevant clinicians using clinical guidelines and policies to support clinical decision-making and the prescribing of medicines via independent and supplementary prescribing arrangements. To initiate and support medicines management incidents within our community teams linking with professional lead to identify themes and support with training. To support and facilitate effective Work with the multi-disciplinary team across health and social care to co-ordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of training. Responsibility for implementation of policy and/or service developments To be involved in the planning, implementation, delivery and evaluation of clinical and essential training using relevant national and local guidelines and frameworks. Responsible for the day-to-day support for ongoing development of quality and evidence based clinical practice development across the Community Nursing Service. Ensure changes in clinical practice are reflected in training and competency assessment, alerting the team manager and Practice lead for nursing where there is an unmet need. Ensure staff are competent to complete delegated duties. Develop and facilitate Peer support groups for the identified staff. Lead on the development and implementation of practice supervision for the identified staff group. Support the Practice lead for nursing and Team managers to plan and develop future trends in workforce development and develop workforce plans. Provide support for all staff groups across the community Nursing teams to allow them to mentor and support within clinical practice. Responsible for the ensuring clinical support and training provided within the role is in line with the implementation of relevant policies and guidance. Support competency development for all grades of nursing and support staff in line with national standards/care pathways. Participate in regular supervision, clinical and line management, engage in reflective practice and be committed to continued development. Other Responsibilities Maintain own personal and professional development Maintain own clinical competence and clinical skills Adhere to the NMC Code of Professional Conduct: standards for conduct, performance and ethics, and other associated professional guidance. Identify own learning needs and seek opportunities to develop knowledge and expertise. Maintain an individual professional portfolio as direct evidence of clinical practice at an advanced level ensuring that this portfolio meets revalidation criteria and keep abreast of current developments within field of practice. Constantly seek to extend the boundaries of practice within the speciality, stressing the nursing contribution and identifying areas where clinical practice will lead to improvements in service users care. COMMUNICATIONS AND RELATIONSHIPS The post holder will be required to have excellent, effective, communication skills to support staff development and enhance quality care. Be able to use a range of teaching styles to meet the needs of learners with consideration to neuro diversity and reasonable adjustment to ensure equity and accessibility for all. Maintain and foster good relationships with professionals and non-professional colleagues concerned with the provision or development of healthcare services. The post holder will be required to use a computer, being responsible for timely recording patient activities for IT data collection, dealing with e-mail queries, action development plans. Lead and participate in team activities so as to develop and consolidate a cohesive and supportive team ensuring openness within the team. You will be able to communicate complex, sensitive or contentious information. This may be because agreement or cooperation is required or because there are barriers to understanding. The Post Holder to be supplied with a mobile phone and for work purposes and be expected to abide by the organisation policy. Develop and maintain effective and appropriate communication networks with other members of the Primary Health Care Team and other agencies. Reporting and recording of all incidents and near misses as per policy. Have good communication skills to facilitate effective communication with staff, patients, carers including sensitive and accurate information. The post holder will require need to actively participate in effective information sharing of development areas within clinical competencies undertaken by staff. This may involve frequent entry and exit from a vehicle, carrying nursing equipment, and entering patients' homes. There is also the possibility kneeling, getting onto the floor or into tight spaces. Emotional Effort: At every patient contact deal with emotional issues of patients and relatives. Need to deal with highly distressing and difficult family situations frequently such as grief, crisis care management in unpredictable care conditions.
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Custody Nurse or Paramedic
Mitie
PermanentFull time
As a certified nurse or paramedic, you can pursue a career within the criminal justice system, aiding some of society's most vulnerable individuals. We believe in the right to healthcare for all, placing their health and wellbeing at the heart of our approach to care. We seek individuals eager to provide exemplary care, take pride in being part of a team that shares this vision, and have a genuine enthusiasm for developing clinical, forensic, and broader skills. Applicants must have a minimum of two years' post-qualification experience in a patient-facing role within a relevant clinical setting. Suitable environments include Accident & Emergency (A&E), General Practice, Emergency Medicine, Acute Medicine, Prison Healthcare, or the Ambulance Service. This experience should demonstrate your ability to deliver high-quality care, work under pressure, and manage diverse clinical situations effectively. You must have a Driving license In collaboration with the Police, you'll serve in custody suites, delivering healthcare to detainees. We are dedicated to ensuring the safety of detainees with round-the-clock coverage in the custody suites, in line with a schedule agreed upon with our client. The role requires the flexibility to work not only in your base Custody suite but across an assigned region in the Police Custody Suites and Force area -Salary £41,500 per year -£1000 bonus when completed 12 months service. -Full time - this entails fixed shift working in a team rota pattern of 4 shifts on and 4 days off: 06:45 to 19:00 for 2-day shifts followed by 2-night shifts of 18:45 to 07:00, Rolling rota available 2 years in advance. -These patterns are contractually agreed with the customer: whereas there may be opportunities for a part-time or mutually agreed “Bank” contract, we require all employees to work full shifts, and part-time employees still need to carry out some Night shifts. -Average estimated overtime £3500 per annum -NMC/HCPC Registration paid Requirements: -RN, RGN or (RMN with dual registration):2 years post qualification - Band 5 minimum -Paramedic 2 years post qualification. -Must have RTW, Lived in UK British Passport or ILR for 3 years + no gaps out of country more than 3 months -All candidates will be subject to Police Vetting
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ENT Surgeon with a Spec Interest in Rhinology and Anterior Skull Base
NHS Jobs - Plymouth
£113,565 to £150,569 a year
PermanentFull time
The Job Role The successful applicant will: Provide comprehensive consultant-led care in rhinology, anterior skull base surgery and general ENT practice. Deliver secondary and tertiary rhinology services including management of inflammatory sinonasal disease, revision endoscopic sinus surgery and complex sinonasal pathology. Participate in the regional anterior skull base multidisciplinary service, working closely with Neurosurgery, Radiology, Pathology, Oncology and specialist nursing colleagues. Contribute to the assessment and surgical management of patients with sinonasal tumours and other complex rhinological conditions. Work collaboratively with Ophthalmology colleagues in the delivery of lacrimal services, including endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR). Support established multidisciplinary pathways with Neurosurgery for endoscopic anterior skull base surgery. Contribute to emergency ENT services through participation in a 1:8 on-call rota. Support teaching, training, audit, clinical governance and research activities within the department. Participate in service development and regional pathway delivery across Devon and Cornwall. The department operates with a flexible and collegiate consultant structure to ensure sustainable delivery of both secondary and tertiary ENT services. The successful candidate will join an experienced and supportive consultant team with established subspecialty interests across rhinology, skull base surgery, head and neck surgery, otology and laryngology. The post offers opportunities to further develop multidisciplinary rhinology and anterior skull base services in collaboration with colleagues across the Trust and wider Peninsula network. PERSON SPECIFICATION ATTRIBUTES ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Education, qualifications & special training Full GMC registration Entry on the GMC Specialist Register via CCT or CSER(CP) proposed CCT/CESR(CP) date must be within 6 months of interview, CESR or European Community Rights. Fellowship in advanced rhinology and anterior skull base surgery Higher degrees Postgraduate awards and prizes Other medical qualifications Experience outside specialty KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE Demonstrate evidence of good clinical training Attend appropriate basic training courses Ability to manage basic surgical conditions in children. Demonstrate evidence of wide based knowledge Attend appropriate courses/meetings in the last 6 years covering the spectrum of the entire speciality Specialist skills Demonstrate evidence of having had a broad subspeciality training Evidence of ability to perform advanced subspecialty procedures Comprehensive knowledge of subspeciality subject Attended subspeciality-specific meetings in the last 3 years Attended advanced subspecialty specific courses Comprehensive knowledge of subspeciality subject Research Evidence of a research interest Published (or accepted for publication) as principal author in peer reviewed journal Extensively published Presentations at local/reginal/national and international meetings Publications and presentations in subspeciality subject Demonstrate an enthusiasm to continue with research Teaching Demonstrate experience in having taught other junior doctors and undergraduates Formal medical education qualification Communication and interpersonal skills Well-presented CV Information technology skills Good presentation skills Demonstrate evidence of ability to communicate and co-operate well with both patients and other health care professionals as judged by the general contest of the CV Management Evidence of interest and ability in management Management qualification Undergraduate Teaching University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is one of the NHS partners of the University of Plymouth Peninsula Medical School. The Directorate has a commitment to a significant part of the clinical undergraduate teaching programme. The post holder will be expected to participate in undergraduate teaching activities. Additional job planned sessions for protected teaching time would be agreed by mutual agreement with the Service Line Director. Such arrangements will be agreed within the Trusts' annual job planning and medical staff appraisal process. Proposed Job Plan Details of the proposed job plan should be set out below. Whilst a standard job plan would consist of 10 PAs, we would be able to consider whether the post could be undertaken on a flexible or less than full-time basis. On the appointment 1.5 SPA standard (1 SPA timetabled and 0.5 SPAs flexible). This may increase as the appointee becomes more involved in undergraduate or post graduate teaching or other department activities. Type (DCC/SPA) PA Monday AM Admin DCC 1 PM Clinic / LA rhinology list DCC 1 Tuesday AM Clinic DCC 1 PM Clinic DCC 1 Wednesday AM OFF PM Fortnightly paeds theare DCC 0.625 Thursday AM Head and Neck & Skull Base MDT DCC 0.125 PM SPA DCC 1.0 Friday AM Theatre DCC 1.25 PM Theatre DCC 1.25 Additional On call 1 in 8 weekdays, 1 in 8 weekends (0.75PA unpredictable and 0.5 predictable to include post operative ward round) SPA (Flexible) DCC SPA 1.25 0.5 Total DCC 8.5 Total SPA 1.5 Total PAs 10 Proposed Timetable The job plan will be agreed on appointment the published Job plan is indicative ON CALL Frequency of rota commitment Category A (tick as appropriate) Category B (tick as appropriate) 1 in 1 - 1 in 4 rota 8% 3% 1 in 5 1 in 8 rota 5% 2% 1 in 9 or less 3% 1% Agreed PA value of on call 1.25 Agreed on call rota frequency 1 in 8 weekdays and weekends
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Business Manager
Government Recruitment Service - Plymouth
£45,900 to £45,900 a year
PermanentFull time
Do you have experience in building and motivating teams? Are you able to provide data and analytical insights to help inform business decisions? If so, we’d love to hear from you! The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) are seeking a Business Manager within UK Technical Maritime Services Directorate (UKTMS). UKTMS inspects and surveys ships to ensure compliance with UK and international safety, security and environmental standards. It also certifies ships and seafarers, registers vessels on the UK Flag, and, with Coastguard teams, responds to marine pollution incidents. Survey & Inspection (S&I) part of UKTMS, supports the Government’s strategy for “Safer Ships, Cleaner Seas” by carrying out consistent survey and inspection operations across two Divisions. Marine and Satellite Offices provide frontline services, supported by a National Business Unit managing financial transactions and reporting. Our mission statement, that UKTMS embodies is; Safer Lives, Safer Ships, Cleaner Seas. Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King’s birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at: Maritime and Coastguard Agency - Department for Transport Careers As Business Manager, you’ll be responsible for the smooth running of the Marine Office (MO) managing surveyor workloads, driving consistent Business Support, and ensuring alignment with national S&I priorities. You’ll work closely with the Technical Manager (TM), S&I Business Partners and National Business Unit, whilst line managing Business Support staff to deliver high performance and promote continuous development. You’ll also oversee all surveyor timesheet and expense activity for your MO, ensuring accurate approvals, reconciliation and financial compliance that keep our operations running efficiently. Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to: The post-holder is responsible and accountable for leading on business related S&I matters within the Marine Office to assist the Divisional Area in fully contributing to achieving its annual target activities and ‘Big Picture’ objectives. Leading and mentoring the Business Support team within the Marine Office on business related administrative matters, and line managing the Business Support Manager within the Marine Office to ensure completion of PMR’s; identifying training/development needs; and setting challenging, and relevant objectives aligned to the MCA Big Picture and to the annual activities that the Marine Office and Divisional Area must achieve. Contributing to the management of the Marine Office Network by playing a full role in the National Management Group; co-chairing Marine Office Management meetings with the TM; working with the TM to lead on business support and management initiatives to steer cultural change within the Marine Office in order to implement the Agency’s operational and transformational business objectives. Providing advice to industry and the public in accordance with MCA policies, including being a point of contact for business related communications; contributing to the management, provision, and delivery of a first-class S&I service by the Marine Office to both customers and stakeholders of the Agency’s maritime services; leading the Marine Office Business Support team to provide a high quality customer service experience that both meets and manages customer expectations; contributing in the delivery of a regulatory climate that is clear, consistent and supportive of the UK maritime industries. Producing a Monthly Report for the Deputy Director which includes management information on volume of surveys booked with comparative year on year modelling; financial forecasting; surveyor utilization rates and progress against MO/National targets; forward look/risk modelling; stakeholder complaints/resolutions; and concerns arising, with suggestions for remedial action. Planning, allocating and managing surveyor resource and workloads within the Marine Office (i.e., Surveyor working patterns, job allocations, agreement of Annual Leave/TOIL) to ensure that MO annual S&I business commitments are met; Liaising with BM colleagues across the national Network to ensure that Business Support activities are performed and monitored consistently across all Marine Offices. Co-ordinating Port State Control (PSC) activity within the Marine Office to support the UK in meeting its’ obligations under the Paris MOU Agreement in the inspection of foreign registered ships calling at UK Ports. Managing MO Recruitment activity (for both surveyors & support staff). Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.
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