Staff Nurse - General Intensive Care Unit | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS FT - Southampton
per annum pro rata
PermanentPart time
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trustis delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: Staff Nurse - General Intensive Care Unit Contract Type: Permanent Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. This is an exciting opportunity to join our teamGeneral Intensive Care Unit (GICU), we are currently seeking experienced applications from dynamic, motivated and enthusiastic Staff Nurses to join our friendly and supportive teams. UHS is a designated major trauma centre and has general and specialist Critical Care areas, such as Cardiac ICU, Neuro ICU and General ICU. GICU at UHS is a 30 bedded facility caring for patients with diverse and complex injuries and illnesses, delivering high-quality nursing care to those requiring level 3 and level 2 care. If you enjoy the challenge of working in a busy environment and you are looking for a position which will continually challenge and develop you, then this could be the perfect opportunity. We are committed to developing you as a Critical Care Nurse and our Critical Care education team provides structured support to all staff. Our formal education package follows a structured career pathway which includes induction training and an in-house Foundation programme. All staff follow a nationally recognised competency package and there are opportunities to apply for an adult Critical Care course at degree or master's level. As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. The successful candidate will be responsible forproviding a high standard of individualised patient care, in accordance with agreed policies and within available resources, which has the Trust core values at its heart. You should be able to demonstrate the aptitude to work in highly pressurised situations with maturity, motivation, enthusiasm and common sense. We are looking for Nurses with experience in Critical Care or an acute setting, who are ready for the next step in their Nursing career. We are on the search for nurses that are passionate about patient care and will strive to inspire, develop and support every patient, every colleague, every day. Candidates must be flexible and able to work a full range of shifts across a 7-day rota. You will have excellent communication skills, demonstrate effective multi-disciplinary team working and show a strong commitment to meeting the needs of the service. You will be committed to working flexibly with the collaboration of an established team and will develop your critical care skills to become a competent member of the nursing team who care for critically ill patients in a complex and challenging environment. This advert closes on Thursday 17 Sep 2026
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Operational Coordinator | University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust
University Hospital Southampton NHS FT - Southampton
Per annum - Pro rata
PermanentPart time
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Job Title: Operational Coordinator Contract Type: Permanent Under current Home Office rules, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in the surgery Care Group within the GI services teams as an Operational Coordinator. We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking person to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual who thrives in a fast paced environment and is passionate about improving patient pathways, enhancing service delivery and driving continuous improvement. You will be a proactive problem solver, confident in addressing ad hoc challenges, escalating risks where needed and championing new ways of working. You will have strong organisational skills, the ability to work under pressure and to deadlines and a commitment to excellence and service improvement. As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. We support flexible working and will consider requests taking into account the needs of the service. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme. Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 30% lower than London and 17 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted. We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalising your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information. The successful candidate will be responsible for; Candidate should have strong organisational skills, be able to multitask and excellent time management. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative and solution based approach. Analytical and proven attention to detail. Can interpret complex data and information. Effective leadership and people management skills with a proactive and enthusiastic approach to service improvement and innovation. This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026
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Recruitment Consultant
The Best Connection Group Ltd - Oxford
£27,000 to £32,500 an hour
PermanentFull time
Ref. No. 31062 Location: Oxford Looking for a new challenge where no two days are the same? Whether you’re just starting your recruitment career, have some experience, or are ready for a senior role, we have opportunities that reward hard work, ambition, and results . Salary &Package: Entry-Level Recruitment Consultant (No Experience) • Basic Salary: £27,000, increasing to £28,000 after 12 months • First-Year Earning Potential: £29,000 – £30,000 including commission • Full training and support provided Experienced RecruitmentConsultant £28,000-£29,500 basic salarydependent on experience OTE: £31,000 – £34,000 Senior Recruitment Consultant • BasicSalary: £32,500 • Commission/OTE: £36,000 – £38,000 • Car Allowance: £400 per month, or option of a company car What’s on Offer: • 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays), rising to 33 days after one year • Dedicated in-house training and mentorship programmes • Opportunity to complete a Level 3 Recruiter Qualification • Structured career progression and development opportunities • Competitive uncapped commission structure • Employee-owned business with potential for tax-free annual bonuses • Company pension scheme & cycle to work scheme • Lifestyle benefits including discounts on hotels, insurance, energy bills and more Branch bonuses: Free Parking Established team, warm desk, experienced mentors. About the Role: • Manage the full 360 recruitment cycle from business development to candidate placement • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients and candidates • Identify and win new business through sales calls and face-to-face visits • Mentor and support junior consultants (Senior role) • Work towards achievable performance and sales targets with full support The Best Connection is one of the UK’s leading employee-owned recruitment businesses, with over 30 years of experience and more than 80 branches nationwide. We specialise in the driving and industrial sectors and help thousands of people find work every day. Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM (1 hour lunch break) Office based role. If you’reready to launch, grow, or accelerate your recruitment career , applytodayand join The Best Connection. 🚀
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Loading Shovel Operative
FM Conway
ContractFull time
FM Conway is looking to recruit an experienced Loading Shovel Operative to join the Aggregate and Asphalt division based in Erith. As our Loading Shovel Operative you will be involved in a range of tasks relating to the manufacture of asphalt. Including production, dispatch and mobile plant operation. This is a permanent, full-time position, working a 4 on 4 off shift which covers days and nights. The duties of the Loading Shovel Operative role will include: Operating the loading shovel and mobile plant equipment Assisting with the production of asphalt through the loading of materials into the asphalt plant Carry out daily checks and basic maintenance on all mobile plant as required, reporting any defects accurately and in a timely manner Operating other items of mobile plant, such as a telehandler and MEWP Operating the weighbridge, controlling the dispatching of orders and liaising with the commercial team Carrying out daily housekeeping duties as required Following site health and safety procedures What skills and experience do you need? To be considered for this role you must have a full UK driving license and valid loading shovel license. You will have demonstrable understanding of health and safety legislations and ideally will have worked in an Asphalt or similar environment. What benefits will you receive? As our Loading Shovel Operative we will offer you a range of fantastic benefits including career and professional development, life assurance, opportunities for internal and external training and access to a wide range of shopping discounts through our Rewarding Great People platform. We will also offer you a range of health and well-being benefits including 24-hour advice lines, access and support from our in-house mental health first aiders. A brief introduction to FM Conway and our Aggregate and Asphalt Division FM Conway is a business of families with over 60 years’ experience of creating sustainable and innovative transportation solutions. We pride ourselves on our core values, creating a culture around Care, Innovation, Integrity and Excellence. The heart of FM Conway has, and always will be, its great people and we are always searching for talented individuals to join our family. Our Aggregate and Asphalt division manufactures a range of high-quality products that can be adapted to suit the specific needs of our customers. We recycle highways arisings at our unique static crushing, washing and grading plants. The Recycled Asphalt Product (RAP) is used in our local asphalt plants to supply construction sites across London and Southern England. You will be joining a thriving team who are committed to our vision and continued investment in our self-delivery model. So if you would like to Join our Family as our Loading Shovel Operative then please click ‘apply’ today. Closing Date: 14/10/2026 FM Conway is an award-winning equal opportunities employer. We recognise that our workforce should reflect our diverse communities and we are proudly committed to creating an inclusive culture in which we celebrate and value individuals from all walks of life. EDI-Strategy At our heart we are a business that recognises and embraces individuality, so if you are excited about this role but you are unsure if you meet all of the criteria, we encourage you to apply anyway as you may still be the right candidate for this or another role we are recruiting for. We believe in people, not algorithms. That’s why every application is personally reviewed by a member of our Recruitment Team - never by AI. We look forward to receiving your application!
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Patient Experience Facilitator | The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust - Birmingham
£32,073 - £39,043 per annum, pro rata if part-time.
PermanentFull time
We are looking for a dynamic, empathetic, and highly organised individual to join our Patient Experience Team as a Facilitator on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave. This pivotal role ensures that patients, families, and carers feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their healthcare journey. As Patient Experience Facilitator, you will lead the coordination of complaints and PALS enquiries, ensuring they are managed with compassion and resolved within agreed timeframes. You will contribute to key patient experience initiatives, oversee statutory surveys such as the Friends and Family Test, and help drive service improvements informed by patient feedback. Working collaboratively with clinical teams, senior leaders, and external partners, you will ensure that patient insights are translated into meaningful action. The role also includes data management, governance reporting, and representing the patient voice at divisional meetings. This is a rewarding opportunity to influence how care is delivered across the Trust. If you are passionate about patient-centred care, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel in communication and coordination, we encourage you to apply. • Handling Complaints & Concerns: Ensures that patient complaints and PALS (Patient Advice and Liaison Service) contacts are acknowledged, investigated, and resolved within policy timeframes. • Tracking Feedback: Monitors trends in patient experience data, such as Friends and Family Test results and national surveys, to identify areas for improvement. • Driving Service Improvement: Supports action plans based on feedback, ensuring timely follow-up and escalation of unresolved issues. • Governance & Reporting: Attends divisional meetings, contributes to regulatory submissions (e.g. CQC), and maintains accurate records using systems like Ulysses. • Engagement & Inclusion: Promotes involvement of diverse patient groups, supports volunteering initiatives, and helps implement strategies for engagement and equality. The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest specialist orthopaedic units in Europe. We offer planned orthopaedic surgery to people locally, nationally and internationally. Our Trust is a very special hospital; big enough to deliver world class services and small enough to offer exceptional patient and staff experience. We offer a working experience unique in the West Midlands and we're always on the lookout for passionate people to join our award-winning team. The ROH is an equal opportunities employer. We employ people of difference and are committed to growing an inclusive culture, where difference is celebrated, and people feel able to bring their whole and authentic self to work. We are a Disability Confident Leader and offer a range of inclusive, family friendly and flexible working arrangements and policies, to support our people in the workplace. Flexible working requests will be considered. The Trust is committed to the Disability Confident Interview Scheme and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for a vacancy and consider them on their abilities. If you have a disability and need any support with your application or require any reasonable adjustments to be implemented please do get in touch with the Recruiting Manager for this position so that the team can support you. please see attached JD/PS Please note that this job vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered and to avoid disappointment, we advise submitting your application as soon as possible. This advert closes on Friday 4 Sep 2026
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Yard Person/Mill Operative
Contract Personnel Ltd
£33,000 to £35,000 a year
On-sitePermanentFull time
Contract Personnel are currently recruiting a Yard Person/Mill Operative for a new state of the art animal feed mill, situated just outside Long Stratton, Norfolk. The business is family owned and operated, established in 2004. The primary focus of the role is to manufacture quality feed and deliver it too outdoor pig breeding units sites across the east of England. Currently the Mill consists of one press line, with plans already in place for a second which will increase production by another 50%. The successful candidates will take on key support roles to the Mill Manager, prioritising both efficiency and safety standards in all tasks. We are looking for a can-do attitude and one that is eager to learn all aspects of the Mill. The right attitude is just as beneficial and will be considered over any previous experience for the right candidate. Duties will include: • Loading / unloading raw materials and finished product • Learning how to control the milling process using our bespoke control system • Basic mill maintenance and cleaning • Manual handling and weighing of ingredients • Sampling raw materials • Stock inventory and control Key skills (Required): • Able to work effectively alone and as part of a team • Competent in working with computers • Ability to communicate in English (both verbally and written) • Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment • Good organisation • Full UK driving licence • To be physically fit • To have a flexible working attitude Key skills (desired - full training will be given): • Experience of working in a manufacturing environment/process control • Fork Lift/ telehandler Licence • First aid/ Fire trained • Health and Safety awareness What we offer: • Working within a brand-new state-of-the-art Mill with the newest technology and manufacturing equipment • Full training provided • Career progression opportunities • On site parking • Company pension scheme • PPE Provided Shift pattern: • Monday to Friday • Rotation pattern of 6-2, 2-10 and 10-6 • 8 hours per day This is a rare opportunity to share a journey at the very beginning and grow your career alongside the business. If you are interested, please apply, call us on 01603 764044, or email norwichindustrial@cpl.uk.com
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Line Operative
Contract Personnel Ltd
£12.71 to £13.51 an hour
On-siteTemporaryFull time
Contract Personnel are recruiting for a well-established manufacturer of plastic packaging, supplying a range of industries and well-known brands. The company is recognised for its quality, service and innovation. Working as part of a small team, you will help maintain high standards of product quality, cleanliness and safety while packing, labelling and recording products. Duties include: • Pack, label and inspect products to required standards. • Complete accurate product records and documentation. • Maintain quality, hygiene and health & safety standards. • Follow operating procedures at all times. • Respond to machine alarms and carry out colour changes. • Complete machine and equipment clean-downs. • Progress through grades and take on additional responsibilities. • Assist with training once experienced. • Full training provided. Experience/skills required: • Good numeracy and attention to detail. • Reliable with excellent timekeeping. • Accurate record keeping skills. • Strong work ethic and team player. • Willingness to learn and progress. • Commitment to health & safety. Shift pattern: • 7.5 hours per day, 37.5 hours per week • Monday to Friday • 3-shift rotating pattern, (06:00am to 14:00pm, 22:00pm to 06:00am and 14:00pm to 22:00pm (1/2-hour unpaid break per shift) • Occasional overtime and weekend work may be required depending on the needs of the company. Benefits: • Free on site parking • Temporary to permanent opportunity Full training provided • 28 holiday days accrued for full time workers • Weekly pay every Friday straight into your bank account Friendly and supportive working environment To apply, please contact the Industrial Team on 01603 764044, or send your CV to norwichindustrial@cpl.uk.com
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Adult Speech and Language Therapist | Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust - Welwyn
£39,959 - £48,117 per annum pro rata
PermanentFull time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Speech and Language Therapist to join our friendly and supportive Adult Speech and Language Therapy Service. This varied role spans both our Community Team and specialist Neurological Rehabilitation Centre, providing a diverse caseload of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties resulting from stroke, acquired brain injury, progressive neurological conditions, dementia, voice disorders and dysfluency. As part of our integrated service, which covers acute care, stroke, inpatient neurological rehabilitation and community services, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced clinicians across a range of specialist areas. The role offers excellent opportunities for professional development, clinical supervision and multidisciplinary working. The successful candidate will provide assessment and intervention within inpatient neurological rehabilitation and community settings, including clinics, home visits and virtual appointments, ensuring care is delivered in the most appropriate setting to meet patient need. We welcome applications from experienced Band 6 therapists, as well as motivated Band 5 therapists who are ready to take the next step in their career within a supportive environment that encourages the development of specialist skills. - Manage a specialist caseload of adults with communication and swallowing difficulties across community and inpatient neurological rehabilitation settings. - Undertake assessment, diagnosis and evidence-based treatment of individuals with acquired and progressive neurological conditions, including stroke, acquired brain injury, dementia and other complex communication and swallowing disorders. - Deliver intervention through a variety of settings, including inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient clinics, home visits and virtual appointments. - Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation, goal setting, discharge planning and patient-centred care. - Provide advice, education and training to patients, families, carers and other healthcare professionals. - Contribute to the management of patients with dysphagia, utilising specialist clinical skills and knowledge to support safe and effective care. - Maintain accurate, timely and legally compliant clinical records and reports in accordance with professional and Trust standards. - Participate in clinical supervision, continuing professional development, audit, service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives. - Support and supervise Speech and Language Therapy Assistants, students and less experienced colleagues as appropriate. A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You’ll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff. We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities. Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision. We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds. We don’t want you to miss out so we’d like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now You’ve made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we’re looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you. The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment. The SLT service offers the following: *Regular whole service and local team meetings *Multidisciplinary team working *Regular clinical supervision and annual appraisal *Access to clinical leads for advice/support – ENT/Head and Neck Cancer, Fluency, Dysphagia, Progressive Neurological disorders, Stroke, Dementia. *In-service training, CPD support and opportunities for development *Encouragement to participate in service development projects *Excellent AAC provision and links to regional Hubs *Use of SystmOne as electronic patient record and mobile working *27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable) *One of the UK's best pension schemes * Special Leave for family and personal reasons *NHS Car Lease Scheme *Eye Care Vouchers *Employee Assistance Programme *NHS Discounts *Hertfordshire has good transport links to London and the surrounding areas We value our staff and see clinical supervision as a priority both through senior supervision and peer support models. Annual appraisal and personal objective setting is a Trust priority. The post-holders will work closely with the Speech and Language Therapy team and the wider Multi-Disciplinary Team to provide assessment, diagnosis and management of adults with acquired communication and swallowing needs and demonstrating effective clinical practice through continued learning, reflective practice and supervision. The post-holders will also be involved in providing support for more junior members of the team including newly qualified SLTs and SLTAs. Full details in the attached Job Description and Person Specification. A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19. Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font , colour, background, convert to read aloud. HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so. This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026
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Head of Nursing and Quality (CAMHS) | South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust
South West London and St Georges Mental Health Trust - Tooting
£103,102 - £117,560 per annum inclusive of Inner London HCAs
PermanentFull time
This is an amazing opportunity for a senior nurse to develop and employ their skills in a senior leadership position. It is an exciting time to join an organisation that is totally committed to anti racism and the development of its leadership across all levels. This opportunity will enable candidates to apply their clinical and strategic expertise to enhance patient care and experience through a quality improvement approach. It will also empower them to lead specific improvement programmes and contribute to reducing health inequalities by promoting equitable access to high-quality care. This role will work with different systems across south west London(ICB and SLP) to enhance care for our communities, as well as neighbouring and national catchment areas of our national and specialist CAMHS and ED services. They will lead on the education and professional development of the nursing workforce and support the recruitment and retention of staff. Ensure, with the Clinical Director, that robust quality governance arrangements are in place within the Service Line(s), and to ensure the clear monitoring of these is implemented and Lead, with the Clinical Director, quality improvement and innovation in the Service Line. Ensure consistent delivery of the quality standards agreed by the Trust and to ensure the agreed monitoring/audit mechanisms that allow performance against those standards to be measured objectively are implemented effectively, including taking an active leadership role in the Trusts CQUIN and Quality Account initiatives. They will be responsible for ensuring Quality Improvement is embedded throughout all aspects of service improvement and programmes of work and provides high quality reports to Board, and that reducing health inequalities and racism are embedded in all aspects of improving clinical care and patient experience. They will work closely with service users and carers to ensure that practice supports recovery by helping the service user to achieve the best quality of life possible whilst living with ongoing symptoms. To ensure they are consistently acting and learning from feedback from the people who use our services. Unless expressly stated in the job advert this role is not subject to sponsorship, please be advised that all offers of employment are subject to evidence of right to work in the UK. We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George’s Mental Health NHS Trust. We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as ‘good’ - we aspire to be ‘outstanding’. This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services as we invest a further £120m to upgrade and modernise our estate by 2027. We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together.We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do. We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive. Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey. Clinical Leadership • Ensure, with the Clinical Director, that robust quality governance arrangements are in place within the Service Line(s), and to ensure the clear monitoring of these is implemented. • Lead, with the Clinical Director, quality improvement and innovation in the Service Line(s). • Provide strong visible professional leadership and support to the Service Line(s) to define the quality of clinical/patient care within a recovery focused approach. • Will have the skills and experience to analysis data in order to improve quality standards, through quality improvement methods and the reporting of progress through to committees. • To have project management knowledge and experience and can lead complex projects programmes. • Practice in a way that supports recovery by helping the service users to achieve the best quality of life possible whilst living with ongoing symptoms. To help people by encouraging them to think about their strengths and abilities and the changes they can make in their lives to take control, reach their goals and achieve improved mental wellbeing. • Use professional judgment and personal resilience to deal with a wide variety of situations relating to nursing and other aspects of patient care, some of which will be challenging, difficult and potentially stressful. • Interpret, implement, and exercise professional judgment, with regard to national and local policy in relation to nursing and other clinical areas. • Contribute to the formulation and delivery of Strategic plans for all professional groups, particularly nursing. • With the full support of professional leads for OT, social work and psychology, to ensure clear professional leadership is in place and effective within the Service Line(s). • Ensure consistent delivery of the quality standards agreed by the Trust and to ensure the agreed monitoring/audit mechanisms that allow performance against those standards to be measured objectively are implemented effectively, including taking an active leadership role in the Trusts CQUIN and Quality Account initiatives. • Ensure that all services have clear practice standards which are monitored and used to constantly improve patient, careers and staffs experiences. • Within the delegated sphere of responsibility to provide support to ensure that the patient environment is fit for purpose, and meets the requirements of regulatory bodies, and meets or exceeds the expectations of patients. • Agree and take a lead on defined areas of clinical specialty, acting as the principle point of contact for internal/external stakeholders and proactively taking an interest in the development of the assigned specialty. • Participate in the Trust’s on call rota. • Ensure robust arrangements are in place for safeguarding both adults and children. • Prepare and/or present papers, briefings, reports, presentations as required by the Chief Nurse. • Provide support and cover arrangements to the Clinical Director and Head of Service Delivery. SERVICE USER CARE • Develop and support implementation systems to ensure the safe delivery of patient care. • To ensure the Fundamental Standards of Care are fully implemented across the service line, staff have the skills and capabilities to deliver them and the monitoring system for these are in place. • To engage and support the clinical and professional aspects of the delivery of Adult Patient Journey. • Ensure care is safe, recovery and patient focused, evidence based and within designated financial and staffing resources. • Ensure highest standards of cleanliness and infection control by working collectively with other relevant departments e.g. operational services, estates department. • Respond to all incidents including unexpected and untoward issues/incidents relating to patient safety and care taking action as necessary and ensure that lessons learnt are fully implemented and communicated. • Ensure that systems are in place to hear from service user and carer and that their feedback is used consistently to improve services. • To ensure all new initiatives are co produced • Ensure the risk of infection to yourself, colleagues, patients, relatives and visitors is minimised by being familiar with, and adhering to, Trust policies and guidance on infection prevention and control. • Taking personal responsibility so far as is reasonably practicable, in helping ensure that effective prevention and control of health care acquired infections is embedded into everyday practice and applied consistently by you and your colleagues. CLINICAL AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE • Ensure nurses and nursing policy and practice adhere to the NMC Code of Conduct and NMC/Trust guidance on professional issues. • With the professional leads for OT, Social work and psychology ensure all professional standards are adhered to. • Ensure that best, evidence-based, nursing practice informs the leadership of the Service Lines through the triumvirate working with Clinical Directors and Head of Service Delivery and integrated with the operational performance agenda through participation in the Service Line Management. • Ensure the Service line(s) is compliant with national requirements and best quality governance practice including CQC, NHS Improvement etc. • Ensure that best, evidenced-based, practice is developed and delivered at organisational and departmental levels. Challenge ways of working and persuade, motivate and influence other senior managers to realign their practice where necessary, with a particular focus on quality improvement and innovation • Provide mentorship, expert clinical knowledge in nursing awards, fellowship application and research applications with the support of the nursing development team. • Undertake an active role in supporting the development of nurse research activity by liaising with relevant personnel and providing clinical advice in trial design and protocol, utilising the nursing development team for support. • Support the recruitment and supervision of clinical research nurses and clinicians - signposting to expertise as required. • Devise professional development plans, supervises, mentors and develops prospective and actual MSc and PhD students. • Ensure that the most up-to-date research and practice initiatives are made available for front line clinical staff to consider and are appropriately supported to be implemented in a way that meets clinical standards and recommendations of national initiatives. All public facing roles require a proportionate level of English language proficiency for written and verbal communication and the Trust is required to verify results of certain English language competency tests relied upon. When the fluency duty is met by the provision of a sign language interpreter, the interpreter should be registered with the National Registers of Communication Professionals working with Deaf and Deafblind People (NRCPD). Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in job applications If you have used AI to support the preparation of your application, please briefly indicate how it was used within your supporting statement or application form. Please remember, your application is your opportunity to tell us about your skills, experience and motivation for the role. We encourage applicants to complete their application and supporting statement in their own words wherever possible. We recognise that AI tools can be helpful in supporting accessibility, and for improving spelling, grammar and structure. Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content can become generic and fail to accurately reflect an applicant's individual experience. Applications that clearly demonstrate your own voice, reflections and experiences are often the most effective and help us better understand your suitability for the role. Please be aware that information provided in your application and supporting statement may be explored further during the selection process. It is important that all applications accurately represent your own knowledge, skills and experience. This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026
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Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon | Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT - Swindon
£113,565 - £150,569 Per Annum
PermanentFull time
Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon – Permanent Substantive Post Applications are invited for the post of a permanent Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon based at the Great Western Hospital. The Breast Centre is a friendly and forward thinking department with a fully digital environment with 4 Dimensions Hologic Mammography unit. The Breast Centre has also benefitted from the completion of the Radiotherapy Centre which has been opened in recent years. The Breast Centre is also an NHS Breast Screening unit. The Breast team perform well overall in relation to the national Cancer Waiting Times (CWT) and Referral to Treatment standards (RTT). The successful candidate will work within the Breast team and will join an existing team of three Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeons and three Specialty Doctors. The Breast team are well supported by the wider Breast Multidisciplinary team (MDT) which includes Radiology, Radiography, Oncology and Clinical Nurse Specialist support. We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group – a formal partnership between Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people. We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners. The Duties outlined below are not definitive and may be changed in accordance with the needs of the service. Clinical Duties: • To provide a comprehensive Oncoplastic Breast Surgery service, and to provide continuing responsibility for care of patients • To continue to develop Breast surgery services appropriate to the strategic aims of the Trust. • To participate in the gold standard one stop Rapid Access Outpatients service for new referrals and also ongoing care Continuing responsibility for the care of patients in your charge, including all administrative duties associated with patient care (with secretarial support) • Development of sub specialty interests that fit in with Directorate needs and the strategic direction of the Trust, including active participation in audit and development of new services if they fit within the future planning, case mix and development of the department. • Provision of cover for Consultant colleagues’ periods of leave in accordance with arrangements agreed within Trust policy. Please find attached the full job description and person specification This advert closes on Thursday 17 Sep 2026
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