Resource Scheduling Coordinator
NHS Jobs - Newcastle upon Tyne
£25,760 to £27,476 a year
PermanentFull time
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Operational Delivery Manager
NHS Jobs - Newcastle upon Tyne
£57,528 to £64,750 a year
PermanentFull time
1. Key Result Areas Meeting (and where possible improving) key performance, quality and personal targets contributing to the achievement of the Service Plan. Contributing to the delivery of a range of productivity measures (eg Hospital Turnaround Times, Job Cycle Times, Out of Service, Multiple Attendance Ratio etc). Improving employee satisfaction results as measured by the Staff Survey, notably engagement and communications. Meeting patient and internal complaints targets; focusing on continuous improvement by actively implementing those improvements learned from outcomes. Achieving budget and financial targets and making efficiencies where appropriate.2. Functional Responsibilities2.1 Leadership and management Responsibilities Provide strong and visible leadership, acting as a positive role model, demonstrating high levels of integrity, transparency and personal effectiveness. Promote a supportive, fair and open culture that encourages and enables all parts of the workforce to meet required performance standards Develop plans for the area of responsibility that are directly linked to the Trusts strategic objectives, commissioning intentions and reflect national workforce priorities Ensure that any service development initiatives take account of the views of relevant stakeholders Ensure that systems are in place within the remit to evaluate and review performance against agreed targets and performance indicators Report as required to the Trust Executive Group and other management groups and Committees on relevant performance indicators Embrace high standards of employment practice, act in accordance with the Managers Code of Conduct and promote the vision, values and goals of the organisation Participate in the Trusts performance appraisal system and undertake any identified training and development related to the post Anticipate and take early actions to mitigate any financial imbalance Ensure compliance with Standing Financial Instructions Promote and protect the equality diversity and rights of others and assist in the provision of a fair and just culture by being open, honest, supportive and respectful of others Assist other members of the Operations and EOC Management Team in the following key areas:o Achieving Performance Standardso Service developmento Reducing the number of complaintso Health & Safety including Accident & Incident Reportingo Infection Prevention and Controlo Clinical Governance Strategy implementationo Risk Management Practice within CBUo Safety and Security Managemento Contribute to the continuous improvement and development of services Participate in the recruitment and selection process for staff within the department Engage with other service providers, including private sector, to ensure the Trust is a learning organisation in adopting best practice Promote the Trusts core vision and values by ensuring the organisation is clinically focused, works together as one team, is responsive and provides an exemplary service Be an ambassador for the Trust ensuring staff are engaged to deliver in high performing ways and innovation and delivery are core to the business2.2Performance Management Responsibilities Embedding and continually improving the Planning Cycle across the whole operation driving maximum benefit from all of its components Assist in the development and maintenance of a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the Trusts current and future operational and planning delivery models, ensuring this is always responsive to the changing healthcare environment Delivery of operational targets for the Service against set targets Engaging at senior levels and representing key departmental messages with all senior stakeholders and representative bodies Leading a real time planning function that is renowned for best practice, expertise and professionalism and is a trusted partner of the Local Leadership teams Authorisation of on the day changes to the plan in the context of overall Trust impact and real-time delivery framework Maximise on-the-day service performance across the Trust, taking account of agreed local variations and needs Tracking of performance against planning parameters & assumptions Identification of issues, anomalies, errors and new trends or influences Documentation / audit trails of issues and actions for use in operational analysis and learning Plan and priorities the management of real-time operational issues Hold managers accountable for any local decisions taken in regards to changes to plan2.3Financial Management Ensure that the Trusts funds are properly used, represent value for money and can withstand public scrutiny Awareness of the operational budget and your contribution to achieving financial balance. Monitoring short notice Third party provider requests and additional overtime against budget2.4Governance & Risk Management To actively manage risk by maintaining and updating a risk log and a lessons learnt log To ensure that all incidents, accidents and serious untoward incidents are reported, investigated and managed in line with Trust Policies and Procedures To support the Trusts incidents handling procedures by investigating incidents fully and contributing to Clinical Incident Review and Serious Untoward Incident processes as required To foster a fair and just culture where staff learn from incidents and are willing to report both incidents and near misses To be responsible for ensuring that robust procedures are in place to address any complaints in line with the Trusts Complaints Policy, ensuring that any identified changes are implemented and feedback is given to staff concerned Support the organisation to act safely and responsibly in relation to staff, patients, and the communities in which they work. Ensure that the law in key areas such as health and safety, employment, finance is complied with in area of responsibility To ensure a proactive and systematic approach to risk management in order that risks which have a potential adverse effect on the quality of care, safety and wellbeing of patients, service users and the public are identified and that appropriate actions and safe systems are implemented to eliminate or minimise the identified risks2.7General duties and Responsibilities This job description is not intended to be exhaustive and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances, in discussion with the post-holder3.Key Working Relationships Resource Scheduling Department Locality Management teams Heads of Operations Executive and Deputy Directors / Operations Senior Management Team Senior staff side representatives Human Resources department Training department Finance department Overview and Scrutiny Committees / Trust Board members NEASUS Other Ambulance Service Providers Other emergency services NHSE/I Other key provider organisations Commissioners / Clinical Commissioning Groups NACC Relevant networks across the area and wider to represent the Trust where necessary External AuditAccountabilityDirectly accountable to the Strategic Head of EPRR
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Preparation and Scanning Officer
NHS Jobs - Carlisle
from £25,272 a year
ContractFull time
JOB DESCRIPTION: Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP: Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. For further information visit theUK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). If you are applying under the Disability Confident Scheme or Armed Forces Covenant and you meet all the essential criteria for a post, you will be guaranteed an interview. Relocation assistance may be available for successful applicants moving to the region for certain posts. Please see ourPolicy for eligible vacancies. AHP - Return to Practice Job Advert information.This role may be suitable for individuals Returning to Practice. Please speak to the recruiting manager for more information. Disclosure and Barring Service: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. The cost of the DBS must be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. DBS charges are as followsif applicable to the post: Standard Check: £21.50 + Administration cost of £6.50 = £28.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. Enhanced Check: £49.50 + administration cost of £6.50 = £56.00 Deducted from salary over a 4 month period or a one-off payment. NCIC can offer successful future employees the following benefits: 27-day holiday scheme rising to 33 after 10 years Flexible working Scheme NHS Discounts* Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work* Excellent opportunities for development* Competitive NHS Pension scheme Vivup is a free, confidential counselling and information service to assist with personal or work-related problems *Subject to eligibility Important Information: Please ensure that you document evidence of meeting all the essential criteria in the supporting information. If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. Candidates who have been successfully shortlisted for interview will be asked via an email notification to log on to their Trac account to select an interview time. This will usually be within 2 weeks of the closing date.
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Staff Nurse - South Wigston
NHS Jobs - South Wigston, Leicester
£32,073 to £39,043 a year
PermanentFull time
Actively participate in the education, development and supervision of other staff members. Following a period of competency based training and under the direction of a Allocated mentor the post holder will: Assist with essential nursing care. Perform vital sign observations, accurately before, during and after dialysis treatment. Record vital observations in the Dialysis charts and input observation in proton and report back to a registered nurse / health professional. Prepare/ line the dialysis machines ready for patient to use Insert arteriovenous fistula needle, flush saline to check patency before connecting patient the dialysis machines Perform haemodialysis to patients and responsible to monitor the patients during entire treatment, attends machine alarms and patient needs during the entire treatment. Assesses fluid status, including signs of fluid overload or dehydration. Reviews recent blood results, treatment plans and prescribed dialysis parameters. Assesses the patient's vascular access, such as an AV fistula, AV graft or dialysis catheter. Checks for signs of infection, bleeding, swelling, pain or other complications. Identifies changes that may require review by the renal medical team. Accessing and caring for tunnelled or non-tunnelled dialysis catheters according to local policy. Recognising problems such as poor blood flow, infiltration or suspected infection. Escalating concerns to the renal/vascular team. Connects the patient to the dialysis circuit using appropriate infection-control and safety procedures. please see job description person specification for full details on the role.
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Assistant Practitioner - band 4
NHS Jobs - Pinchbeck
£28,392 to £31,157 a year
ContractFull time
Independently assess, treat, review and discharge individuals utilising the Home First approach and work towards supporting people to meet their goalsTake account of a persons cognitive, psychological, social, sensory, perceptual, motor and medical aspects whilst developing a rehabilitation plan with the individual which is graded appropriatelySupport individuals to remain independent in a community setting utilising a person centred approach whilst taking account of the enablers, carers and relatives opinions.Work within a multi-disciplinary team of professionals to ensure peoples needs are holistically assessed and addressedReview and monitor plans with individuals and their support networks, making appropriate adjustments as necessaryProvide information on community services available to promote self-care activities and provide advice and support as required to access these servicesProtect individuals and their support network from harm and abuse as far as possible, liaising with other professionals and the safeguarding team whenever there are concernsMaintain a caseload of patients working alongside own competencies, experience and training whilst receiving supervision and guidance from a registered practitioner to develop skills and support with more complex casesTo support both acute and community hospital with discharge planning for individuals who will be transitioning into the care of Adult Community TherapyTo support the service in co-ordinating project development to improve patient flow by supporting and communicating with alternative services within the health and social care sector
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Senior Clinical Pharmacist - Rotational
NHS Jobs - Nottingham
£49,387 to £56,515 a year
PermanentFull time
To partake in clinical pharmacy duties ensuring core clinical pharmacy activities are undertaken in the relevant clinical specialties. This includes a prescribing role when qualified Leadership, management and directorate/service support roles To line manage and support more junior pharmacists and pharmacy technicians in the medical team specialties To take full part in the 7 day shifted rota and bank holidays duties We operate a 7day working model; the post-holder will contribute to the senior on-call rota providing back-up support to the on-call pharmacist. All of our dispensaries are pharmacist-free and technician led, so there aren't any operational commitments; ePMA is also being rolled out within the Trust. Whilst this post is commissioned to be full time (equivalent of 37.5 hours per week) the service would welcome applications from those wanting a better work life balance. If you would like to consider this post but on less than full time hours please still apply and outline this on your application form or please contact us for further discussion.
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Support Worker
NHS Jobs - Widnes
from £13.15 an hour
PermanentFull time
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Make a real difference in mental health and neurorehabilitation Helping others improve and turn their lives around is one of the most rewarding things you can do. At Cygnet, this is what we do every day for thousands of people across more than 150 services and sites throughout the UK. We are looking for outstanding, compassionate and experienced Support Workers with a passion for delivering excellent care to join our team at Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes. You'll be working42 hoursper week, across days,nightsand alternate weekends, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care. This is a rewarding opportunity for candidates looking for Mental Health Support Worker jobs in Widnes, Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, or a specialist role supporting men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, complex mental health needs and behaviours that challenge. About Cygnet Paddocks Cygnet Paddocks is our specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men, located in Widnes in the North West. The service provides a dedicated care pathway for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions, where behaviours that challenge may be the main barrier to recovery and rehabilitation. The service supports the Level 1 Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation Pathway for the North West, with a focus on adult males. Cygnet Paddocks has individually designed wards to support a clear and distinctive care and treatment pathway for people affected by acquired brain injury. The in-house interdisciplinary team includes neuropsychiatry, psychology, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, nurses and support workers, all working together to keep the individual at the heart of their care and discharge planning. Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with the Caring domain rated Outstanding. A role for people with mental health experience This role is ideal for someone who already has experience in a mental health, healthcare, care, rehabilitation or support setting. You may have worked as a: Mental Health Support Worker Support Worker Healthcare Assistant Rehabilitation Assistant Brain Injury Support Worker Complex Needs Support Worker Care Assistant Residential Support Worker Recovery Worker Hospital Support Worker Experience supporting people with mental health needs, acquired brain injury, neurological conditions, challenging behaviours, physical health needs, safeguarding, personal care or emotional wellbeing would be highly valuable. If you are calm under pressure, resilient, compassionate and confident working in a specialist care environment, this could be the next step in your career. Shift Pattern You'll work a structured rota across days, nights and alternate weekends. Your rota will include: Week 1: Monday, Tuesday, Saturday and Sunday Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Day shifts: 8:00am to 8:30pm Night shifts: 8:00pm to 8:30am This pattern gives you consistency, regular days off and the opportunity to build strong working relationships with colleagues and service users. Your Day-to-Day As a Support Worker at Cygnet Paddocks, you'll play a key role in supporting men through their recovery and rehabilitation journey. Your responsibilities will include: Offering enhanced care using a flexible and person-centred approach Providing guidance and encouragement through physical and emotional support Building positive, professional and therapeutic relationships Learning about each individuals specific needs and supporting them in the most appropriate way Assisting with medical, physical and welfare needs Reporting medical and welfare concerns as required Supporting safeguarding practices and maintaining professional boundaries Helping to maintain a safe, clean and therapeutic environment Supporting individuals with daily routines, independence and rehabilitation goals Working closely with nurses, clinicians and wider professionals to deliver outstanding care You Are... We are looking for people who are genuinely driven to make a difference. Experienced in a similar mental health, care, health care or support setting, ideally with at least 2 years experience Genuinely passionate about improving peoples lives A confident communicator and good team player Calm, resilient and able to respond positively in challenging situations Sensitive, intuitive and respectful Energetic and motivated to provide a trusting, stimulating and varied environment Passionate about empowering people and supporting independence Committed to delivering safe, compassionate and person-centred care Why Cygnet? At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and professional development. We want you to feel supported both in and out of work. £13.15 per hour, increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months and £13.70 per hour after18 months 42 hours per week A rewarding role with the opportunity for overtime Regular coaching and appraisal Expert supervision and peer support Paid breaks Employee discount savings 24-hour free GP helpline Discounted gym membership Blue Light Card discount Free eye tests On-site benefits, including free meals Shopping, travel and leisure discounts A range of healthcare and financial benefits Excellent professional development opportunities The chance to build a meaningful career in specialist mental health and neurorehabilitation care Ready to Make a Difference? If you care about making a difference, we want to talk to you. Join Cygnet Paddocks in Widnes as a Support Worker and help men with acquired brain injury, neurological conditions and complex mental health needs progress through recovery and rehabilitation. Apply nowto start making a difference with Cygnet. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. Frequently Asked Questions: Where is Cygnet Paddocks located? Cygnet Paddocks is located on Wilmere Lane, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 5UY, in the North West. Is this role suitable for candidates from Liverpool? Yes. This role is suitable for candidates looking for Support Worker jobs near Liverpool, mental health jobs in Widnes, or specialist care roles across the wider Liverpool City Region, Halton, Runcorn, St Helens and Cheshire. What type of service is Cygnet Paddocks? Cygnet Paddocks is a specialist neuropsychiatric rehabilitation hospital for men affected by acquired brain injury or neurological conditions. Do I need mental health experience? Yes, we are ideally looking for candidates with experience in a similar setting, particularly mental health, ABI, neurorehabilitation, complex needs, healthcare or support work. What hours will I work? Youllwork42 hours per week across days, nights and alternate weekends, with 12-hour shifts from 8:00am to 8:30pm and 8:00pm to 8:30am. What is the hourly rate? The role pays £13.15 per hour, increasing to £13.45 per hour after 3 months and £13.70 per hour after18 months. Is Cygnet Paddocks rated by the CQC? Yes. Cygnet Paddocks is rated Good overall by the Care Quality Commission, with Caring rated Outstanding. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply
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Occupational Therapist
NHS Jobs - Barrow in Furness
£35,000 to £39,000 a year
ContractFull time
Fit note certification Assess patients fitness for work and issue and sign fit notes in your own name, as permitted for HCPC registered occupational therapists under the Social Security, Medical Evidence and Statutory Sick Pay, Medical Evidence, Amendment Regulations 2022. Assess the patient, by face to face, video or telephone consultation or by reviewing a written report from another healthcare professional, before issuing a fit note Certify only within your own scope of practice and competence. Refer to the ANP or Clinical Lead when the presenting condition, complexity or risk falls outside it. Issue fit notes through EMIS, including correct dates, condition wording and review periods. Meet the service turnaround standard for fit note requests, currently 3 working days. Take part in audit of your fit notes for quality and consistency, and act on feedback from the Clinical Lead. Clinical assessment and workability plans Manage a defined caseload of working age adults referred through the fit note pathway. Complete workability assessments and plans with eligible patients assessing physical, cognitive, psychological and environmental factors affecting work Advise on graded return to work, activity pacing, fatigue and symptom management, and practical workplace adjustments. With the patients explicit agreement, liaise with employers about reasonable adjustments and return-to-work arrangements. Signpost and refer to other services and community resources. Identify and act on risk, including mental health risk, escalating promptly to the Clinical Lead and Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Communication and teamwork Communicate complex and sometimes sensitive information about health and work, adapting to each patients needs and overcoming barriers to understanding. Work as an active member of the Enable multidisciplinary team and attend team meetings, case discussions and huddles. Build good working relationships with pilot GP practices, PCN teams and partner organisations. Contribute an occupational therapy perspective to the development of pathways, templates and patient information. Records, data and evaluation Keep accurate, contemporaneous clinical records in EMIS to professional and MBPCC standards. Record activity and outcome data accurately and on time, as needed for DWP evaluation. Contribute to service evaluation, audit and quality improvement, including sharing learning from the pilot. Professional development Take part in annual appraisal and agree a personal development plan. Maintain a CPD portfolio that meets HCPC requirements. Develop knowledge of vocational rehabilitation, occupational health and work and health policy. Key Working Relationships Internal Service Lead day to day management, absence and sickness, appraisals Clinical Lead clinical accountability Advanced Nurse Practitioner day to day clinical management Clinical colleagues within Enable, allied health professionals, administrative External Referring GPs, practice managers and primary care teams across Barrow and Mid Furness. Patients and, with consent, their employers, line managers, HR and occupational health providers. Secondary care, therapy, mental health and musculoskeletal services; Jobcentre Plus; local employers; VCFSE partners and other statutory agencies. WORKING ARRANGEMENTS This is a fixed term post for 12 months, funded through the national pilot. Continuation beyond the pilot period cannot be guaranteed and is subject to national decisions on the future of the model. A flexible and agile approach to working is expected. The service operates a blended model of face to face clinics, remote consultation and home working, and the balance between these will vary with service demand and patient need. Home working is supported for remote assessment, report writing, supervision and administrative activity, subject to a suitable, confidential home working environment and compliance with information governance requirements. Home working is an operational arrangement, not a contractual entitlement, and does not remove the requirement to attend sites. Regular travel across Barrow and Mid Furness is required. Access to a vehicle and a full UK driving licence, or an equivalent means of meeting the travel requirements of the post, is necessary. Some flexibility over working hours may be needed to accommodate patients who are in work and employers who are only available outside core hours such as Saturday working. The post holder will be expected to work in a rapidly evolving service where processes, systems and documentation change during the pilot period, and to lead others through that change. General responsibilities Professional standards: Work within the HCPC Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics and the RCOT Professional Standards and Code of Ethics. Maintain HCPC registration; any lapse must be reported immediately and stops fit note certification. Information governance: Keep all patient and service information confidential in line with UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, the Caldicott Principles and MBPCC policy. Share data with the DWP only as set out in the Enable privacy notice and the patients agreement. Safeguarding: Follow safeguarding adults and children procedures and complete the training required for the role before commencement of job Health and safety: Follow health and safety and lone working policies, and report incidents and near misses promptly. Infection prevention and control: Follow infection prevention and control policies. Equality and diversity: Treat everyone with dignity and respect, and act in line with MBPCCs equality policies. Mandatory training: Complete all statutory and mandatory training on time. Flexibility: This job description is not exhaustive. It may change as the pilot develops, by agreement with the post holder.
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Female Healthcare Assistant
NHS Jobs - Knutsford
from £13.15 an hour
PermanentFull time
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it. Unleash your passion: Female Day Healthcare Assistantwanted at Tabley House Nursing Home! *Due to the occupational needs, and the demands of the service we are only able to accept female applicants for this role* Nestled in Cheshire's picturesque countryside, Tabley House Nursing Home welcomes you to a place where warmth and compassion define every moment. Our care home is set within a magnificent 18th-century country house, surrounded by acres of parklands, creating a truly unique and enchanting atmosphere. Tabley House Nursing Home has been ranked in thetop20care homes across the UK for 2024! A Review Score of 10 (9.967) out of 10 based on reviews in the last 2 years. 23 reviews with an average 'Overall Experience' of 5.0 out of 5. (carehome.co.uk) "I wish to express our extreme gratitude to all members of Tabley staff for their love and devotion in giving the very best level of care to Mum throughout her last 4-plus years at Tabley." "Mums practical and physical needs were looked after magnificently. We expected no less from you, but what was impressive and inspiring was the care you all provided for her social and intellectual needs." You are... Genuinely driven with a desire and a resilience to make a real difference in peoples lives An excellent communicator & a good team player Sensitive & intuitive with the energy required to provide a trusting, stimulating & varied environment Passionate about empowering & supporting service user independence Your day-to-day 44 hours per week (11 hour shifts) working days 7.45am to 7.45pm, must be able to work alternate weekends Offer innovative model of care with a flexible learning approach for all the people in our care Provide guidance & encouragement through physical & emotional support Learn about individuals specific needs & provide help in the most appropriate way Learn about behaviour management Assist with medical & welfare needs Safeguarding Maintain a safe, clean environment for all Why Cygnet? Well offer you £13.15 per hour increasing to £13.45 per hour at 3 months & £13.70 per hour at 18 months An opening to undertake further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme Free meals freshly prepared by our chef and kitchen team Expert supervision & support Enhanced maternity Free Health Cash plan 24 hours free GP support line Free life assurance cover Free eye tests Car lease discounts Discounted gym membership Free mortgage broker and Insurance cover Pension scheme Smart Health Toolkit- Providing you with Fitness Programmes, Nutrition consultation and Health checks Free parking whilst on shift NHS Discount and Blue Light Card Discover Unparalleled Care: At Tabley House, it's not just care; it's a heartfelt commitment to enriching lives. Every corner resonates with genuine kindness, from the friendly welcome that greets you, to our dedicated nursing and care staff attending to your every need. Our residents Experience the epitome of comfort in our individual, elegant, and uniquely designed bedroom s. Join Our Family: Are you an experienced Healthcare Assistant seeking more than just a job? Become part of our family, where compassion knows no bounds. Apply now and join a team that cherishes every individual, respects personal choices, and enriches lives daily. We cherish our residents and their families, making every day a celebration of life. Come, be a part of something truly special at Tabley House Nursing Home! Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. What next? If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you. Click the button to apply
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