Total 321 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB21 5ET

A Vacancy at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.


Applications are invited for the post of Clinical Research Fellow Core (ST1-2) / Higher (ST3-5/ST6+) in Respiratory Clinical Trials based in Clinical Pharmacology.

We are seeking to appoint a Clinical Research Fellow who will be embedded in a multi-disciplinary clinical research unit with strong links with the University of Cambridge, working in clinical trials, primarily in Respiratory Medicine.

The Clinical Research Fellow will be supervised by Dr Marie Fisk, COPD Researcher and Professor Ian Wilkinson, Head of the Cambridge Clinical Trials Unit at Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

This is a full-time post is available from July/August 2024 for up to three years and will involve working within the departments of Clinical Pharmacology and Respiratory Medicine, but a minimum term of 12 months may be considered by arrangement.

In order to be considered applicants must have:
• Degree in Medicine (MBBS or equivalent).
• MRCP or equivalent qualification.
• Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application.

Applicants who have completed Foundation training and are either planning to apply for, or already have Core Medical or Specialist training experience (or equivalent) with interest in Respiratory Medicine, General Medicine, or Clinical Pharmacology or Cardiovascular Medicine and research would be well suited to this post.

Please note that this post does notcarry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.

This post may be suitable for those wishing to undertake an “F3” role.

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

You will have an opportunity to work with world leading collaborators and to develop skills in cutting-edge clinical trials, trials conduct and delivery, data analysis and statistics, writing research protocols and HRA applications, manuscript writing and presentations, for example.

You will gain training in Good Clinical Practice and provide clinical support for trials, conduct trial assessments and gain skills in pharmacovigilance and study reporting. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals with an interest in research and they would be supported to develop their own research interests and encouraged to register for a higher degree.

The post holder will also be required to fulfil clinical commitments within Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and it is expected this would be one sessions a week by arrangement.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post.


This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Jul 2024

George Mackenzie House is a low secure unit providing development opportunity in the Recovery focused care of male and female adults experiencing difficulties associated with a range of acute often long-standing mental health illnesses.

The MDT assess and review all aspects of patient care seeking to use a holistic, collaborative approach in the preparation of individual care-plans where each patient is central to this process. We believe in truly collaborative care, support and positive risk taking.

Working on GMH will give the post holder the opportunity to practice a full range of core mental health nursing skills, physical nursing skills and to gain experience in risk assessment, management and recovery focused interventions.

The post holder will provide quality evidence-based nursing advice, support and care for service users with mental and physical health needs and to their carers within a multidisciplinary setting. They will be responsible for the assessment, planning implementation and evaluation of nursing care, and will have a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation which govern current service provision.

The post holder will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs of junior registered and unregistered staff and ensure that issues of equality, diversity and rights are dealt with in accordance with good practice and legislation. They will ensure that effective communication pathways exist, and that they act within their sphere of responsibility, managing the shift in the absence of the Ward Manager or the designated deputy.

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Please refer to the attached job description and personal specification for full details of responsibilities.

To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the evidence-based care required, including health promotion for a named service users ensuring it meets Trust timescales.

To participate in the setting of quality standards, including the monitoring and reviewing in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy.

To ensure the post holder understands and meets their professional role and responsibilities under the Care Programme Approach.

To ensure that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 2007 are observed, adhered to and implemented.

To promote carer and service user involvement within the service and for its provision.

To encourage recovery, discovery and independence, taking into account risk assessment and management.

To establish therapeutic relationships with service users and the implementation of evidence based therapeutic interventions with appropriate boundaries in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Councils professional code of conduct.

To demonstrate care and compassion in you work.

To respect and value the different therapeutic approaches within the multi disciplinary team but ensure that the agreed philosophy approach is adopted and followed.

To be responsible for maintaining and conducting oneself in a professional manner towards service users, carers, colleagues and other agencies at all times.


This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Jul 2024

A Vacancy at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust.


Band 8A (preceptorship available at Band 7 until two years post qualification).

We are looking for a creative, forward thinking and motivated Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling/Forensic) to join our friendly and professional multi-disciplinary team based at Fulbourn Hospital, Cambridge. Recently our commissioners have provided investment into the Psychology pathway for our inpatient services to enable the development and delivery of more psychologically informed services and increase access to psychological assessment, intervention and therapy, in line with national guidance.

You will be part of a newly expanded team of psychologists (including Principal Clinical Psychologist and other Highly Specialist Psychologists) led by a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. This psychology team works as part of our multidisciplinary adult mental health in-patient pathway. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated growing team who make a difference to patients, carers and the teams you will work with. You will also play a key role in service development and evaluation.

You will be working alongside the Principal Clinical Psychologist on three wards (Admission, Treatment and Rehabilitation) and you will be supported by a Band 5 Assistant Psychologist. There will be specific responsibilities and duties within each setting. You will have an exciting opportunity to contribute to developing the patient pathway across the adult inpatient service. You will receive professional leadership support and line management from within a friendly and innovative multidisciplinary team.

Working Environment

To work with clients admitted to the AAU, in the community and within their own homes. At times there will be lone working in the community environments, where there is an expectation to follow the relevant safety protocols. To work with clients and carers who at times are experiencing high levels of distress and some of whom may become challenging both verbally and physically.

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.
• To provide specialist psychological assessment including neuropsychology assessment, to provide NICE compliant specialist psychological therapy, to provide advice and consultation on clients’ psychological care to non-psychologist colleagues and to other non-professional carers; leading on aspects of the training and on-going supervision of psychologists and non-psychologist staff in psychological interventions.
• To assist with appropriate governance arrangements for all psychological services within the teams.
• To contribute to the initial expert assessment of clients newly referred to the teams.
• To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the teams’ policies and procedures.
• To provide advice on methods of evaluating the work of the team including advising on suitable outcomes measures.
• To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the area served by the teams.

The post does not have any budgetary responsibilities.


This advert closes on Thursday 25 Jul 2024

**Previous applicants need not apply**

I’m James, the current Springbank Ward Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS). I have loved being the CNS for this exceptional ward. Having spent the last 7 years here and I am leaving for a development opportunity in a higher education setting.

Springbank, based on our Fulbourn Hospital site in Cambridge, is a 12-bed inpatient recovery unit for women with a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder (BPD) who are struggling to cope with the demands of life outside the hospital, despite input from community psychiatric services.

I have loved my time on Springbank, the team are exceptional, and the role is integral to maintaining the delivery of high-quality care and treatment on the ward. We are a remarkable ward with income generating capacity, allowing for ample development opportunities for our staff. I have personally undertaken a significant amount of training whilst in post, for example I have completed leadership training, professional nurse advocate training, DBT foundation and emotional regulation training.

If you are interested in working with service users with a BPD diagnosis, have a love of teaching and training and want to retain a clinical facing role then this is the ideal post for you. Please get in touch if you are interested in joining us on our journey.

Clear communication, an interest in teaching and development, and relationship building are key for this role. As CNS you will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of evidence-based practice are provided. We would expect you to provide inspirational specialist nursing leadership within the team. You will be role modelling high quality patient care, for example we would expect you to be advocating for/demonstrating least restrictive practice and positive risk taking.

In addition to the clinical development work, you will be expected to undertake clinical work 2 days a week as a senior clinician. On these days you will be completing specialist assessments and nursing interventions with service users in addition to supporting the nursing team on shift. You will be expected to continue to strengthen and develop relationships between the nursing team and wider multidisciplinary team to improve patient care.

On Springbank we prioritise staff development and teaching. Every day at 14:00 the staff participate in a teaching/development session including a case discussion session, reflective practice, teaching session. You will be co-ordinated and sometimes leading these sessions.

The Fulbourn site offers free parking, a beautiful setting and easy access.

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence* and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities.
• To provide a clear focus for clinical leadership and to be responsible for ensuring the provision of a high standard of holistic, patient-centred care
• To use a range of techniques to ensure, set, and monitor standards of clinical practice, audit, research and teaching to set, monitor, and continually improve standards of care and patient experience.
• To lead on nursing practice development including the development, and or updating of clinical guidelines, policy and procedure that relates to the practise setting.
• Demonstrate safe, compassionate, consistent, and appropriate practice and expert nursing advice using up to date knowledge, skills, clinical competence, and evidence, to assess, plan, deliver and evaluate care, communicate findings, influence changes, and promote health and best practice.
• To teach and act as a facilitator, mentor, and supervisor to other staff. To develop and participate in the delivery of a clinical supervision structure/reflective practice for team members.
• To support the development and clinical learning infrastructure providing advice and guidance which ensures that all newly qualified nurses receive preceptorship and that those who mentor and support them are well prepared and regularly updated.
• To take a lead role in ensuring that a high standard of multi-disciplinary care planning is in place and to be accountable for the nursing contribution to the process.
• To ensure that the nursing team provide accurate and high-quality patient records which comply with Trust and service policy and NMC guidance
• To be responsible for the safe custody, administration and monitoring of medication in accordance with NMC guidelines and Trust Medicines policy.

*DVLA have a number of reciprocal arrangements with overseas countries, for further information please visit the DVLA website


This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Jul 2024

**Secondment Opportunity**

*Previous applicants need not apply*

I’m Siobhan, Ward Manager at Springbank, and I am really excited to advertise this post. I have loved being the Ward Manager for this exceptional ward. I am leaving the role for a Service Manager position and, if you are successful, I will be your new manager.

Springbank is a 12-bed inpatient recovery unit for women with a diagnosis of borderline personality disorder (BPD) who are struggling to cope with the demands of life outside the hospital, despite input from community psychiatric services. I have worked as Springbank Ward Manager for 5 years, before which, I worked on the ward as a Band 6 Deputy Ward Manager. I have loved my time on Springbank because it has given me the opportunity to develop my skills within specialist services, both clinically and operationally and I have been a part of many successful recovery journeys for our patients.

We run an award-winning service with an engaged and innovative multidisciplinary team. We are always looking to develop and improve service delivery. I would encourage you to apply for this role if you have an interest in working with service users with a diagnosis of BPD and if you are looking for an opportunity to support the development of a team and clinical practice. We would encourage you to make this role your own to lead this fantastic team.

As Ward Manager, clear communication and relationship building are key skills. We will need you to work in partnership with the Ward Consultant and MDT in managing patient referrals and assessments from CPFT and out of area patients, ensuring suitability for admission to the ward and most importantly, to lead and develop your new team.

You will work in partnership with the consultant and multidisciplinary teams to ensure that expert leadership is demonstrated which meets the holistic health needs of adults within a Specialist Personality Disorder Unit. It will be essential to provide high visibility leadership, driving forward team developments by demonstrating an exemplar of expert practice, thereby energising and motivating staff to continually deliver person centred care of the highest quality.

You are the centre of the team and will need to be the glue holding the MDT together. Your team will expect you to provide expert advice, ensure high-quality student placements, manage the roster effectively and enhance the service to support the delivery of outstanding care.

Finally, you will be responsible for the provision of high-quality care on the ward. We will look to you to ensure the correct support is provided for patients and their families/carers, the ward is running safely and smoothly, research and innovation is encouraged and supported, and the ward is governed appropriately.

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities

To provide expert nursing and clinical care in the delivery of holistic person centred care for people living with mental health needs.

Work closely with the Clinical Lead in sustaining and improving high
levels/standards of patient care and experience.

To promote and sustain the development of fully collaborative care planning relationships with patients, their families / carers (as appropriate) and the multidisciplinary team.

To promote general health education and facilitate physical recovery,
maintenance of skills and abilities that support care on discharge.

To assist in the organisation and design of programmes which provide
therapeutic opportunities for the service user population.

To promote and facilitate family and carer involvement with regard to discharge planning in agreement with patient.

To achieve and maintain 100% compliance with the trusts care planning audit requirements.

To support and coach staff in delivering care which is planned and balanced
against the choices of patients to take risks and make informed choices and or planned care in the best interest of the person receiving our care.

To maintain an overview of standard as well as complex discharges which require detailed planning and at times may conflict with the opinion of other agencies, families and carers.


This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Jul 2024

The Darwin Centre for Young People is a Tier 4 adolescent inpatient unit based in Cambridge. The unit offers assessment and treatment to young people, aged 13-17 (until 18th birthday), experiencing psychiatric, emotional or psychological problems that interfere with their social, interpersonal and educational functioning.

We are looking for applicants with experience of CAMHS, or equivalent in other mental health fields, who would like to take a more senior role within the HCA team.
• To work in support of qualified nurses and other health care professionals Carries out assigned tasks involving direct care in support of, and supervised by, a registered nurse/Occupational Therapist.
• Will be involved in the delivery and coordination of ward activities.
• Will work a 24 hour rotational shift pattern
• The job includes listening and talking to patients/relatives/carers, observing patients behaviour, providing close observation to ensure patient safety (one to one), encouraging them with eating, drinking, personal hygiene. Involving them in diversional activities, escorting patients out of the unit, dealing with anger (explanations, negotiation and de-escalation), assisting in the management of violent episodes, helping in the administration of medication.

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities
• The post holder will communicate with a range of professional staff, patients, carers and relatives and external agencies as appropriate.
• The Health Care Assistant/Activity Support Worker is a member of the clinical team and plays a contributory role in facilitating the health and well-being of the patients which may include: Recognising the individuality of the patient and help to meet his or her social, emotional and intellectual needs.
• Will be involved in the delivery and coordination of ward activities
• Ensuring that basic physical needs are met, such as adequate diet, hygiene, warmth, comfort and safety.
• Assisting in planned treatments in accordance with the multi-disciplinary team approach.
• Providing and receiving routine information to assist in undertaking own job.
• Health Care and Activity duties required to be undertaken under the direction and/or supervision of a qualified nurse/Occupational Therapist in line with care plans.
• Performing procedures only after instruction.
• Developing communication skills with patients/carers and relatives.
• Maintaining open communication with staff and other professionals.
• Encouraging and assisting patients to participate in group and individual therapeutic activities.


This advert closes on Wednesday 17 Jul 2024

The Croft is a ward specialising in the treatment of children and their families we are looking for an experienced nurse with excellent clinical skills and leadership qualities to join our Tier 4 children’s services in order to provide robust, creative and compassionate care to our diverse client group.

Situated just outside Cambridge, this specialist unit is one of two commissioned Child and Adolescent Mental Health inpatient wards, providing excellent care to young people and their families. The co-location of these units is unique in the region and thus provides exceptional opportunities for professional development in this specialist area of mental health work, benefiting both the young people and staff within the units.

As a Band 6 Nurse you would be working shifts alongside a team of nursing staff and supported by a multidisciplinary team, You will benefit from an induction, regular supervision and learning and development opportunities. You will be an experienced Nurse who enjoys supporting others and leading by example.

The poster holder will assist the Ward Manager and Clinical Nurse Specialist in the provision of clinical leadership and to be a clinical role model to the 24-hour inpatient team. Working in conjunction with the Service Manager to set, maintain and audit clinical standards in adherence to local and national priorities. Acting on behalf of and to deputise, as directed by the Clinical Nurse Specialist in their absence and provide quality evidence-based nursing advice, support and care for service users with mental and physical health needs and to their carers within a multidisciplinary setting. The post holder will be responsible for overseeing the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care within agreed parameters, and have a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation which govern current service provision.

The post holder will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs of junior registered and unregistered staff, and ensure that issues of equality, diversity and rights are dealt with in accordance with good practice and legislation. They will ensure that effective communication pathways exist, and that they act within their sphere of responsibility, providing clinical leadership alongside the Ward Manager, Deputy Ward Manager and Clinical Nurse Specialist.

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting and empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, research and development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.

For further information on CPFT, please visit our website at www.cpft.nhs.uk

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities


1. To be responsible for supervising the role of the named nurses in relation to care planning within the clinical area.
2. To work alongside the Clinical Nurse Specialist on complex cases
3. To work alongside the Clinical Nurse Specialist on service improvement
4. To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the evidence-based care required, including health promotion for a named service user/group ensuring it meets Trust timescales.
5. To participate in the setting of quality standards, including the monitoring and reviewing in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy. Utilising the data available such as learning from incidences and complaints.
6. To ensure the post holder understands and meets their professional role and responsibilities under the Care Programme Approach.
7. To ensure that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 2007 are observed, adhered to and implemented.
8. To be responsible for the promotion of carer and service user involvement within the service and for its provision. To encourage recovery, discovery and independence, taking into account risk assessment and management.
9. To be responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with service users, and the implementation of evidence based therapeutic interventions with appropriate boundaries in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Councils professional code of conduct.
10. To ensure the provision of social/therapeutic activities for service users.


This advert closes on Wednesday 24 Jul 2024

Job Details Healthcare Assistant Secondary Care We are seeking an enthusiastic Healthcare Assistant to join our established team and be a part of a company that really makes a difference. The role of HCA is an essential part of our NHS Secondary Medical Care Services. You will be supported by and work alongside a diverse multi-skilled, friendly and patient focused team of both clinical and management staff, who provide the full range of Secondary Care services to our patients. You will work under the direction of the clinical team, undertaking tasks and duties as delegated. You will be an essential support function, delivering the best care to all our patients. You must work with autonomy and a high degree of confidentiality, sensitivity, discretion, empathy and tact. This is a great opportunity for some one that really wants to have an impact on people's lives, to join a supportive and patient committed team. Role Requirements Undertakes task and duties delegated by the clinical and management teams Ordering supplies and equipment Sterilisation of equipment Basic literacy and numeracy skills Basic computer experience What we can offer to you Excellent work / Life balance Supportive environment 25 days holiday plus bank holidays An extra day off to celebrate your birthday! NHS Discount & Support Schemes Employee Assistance Program Who we are Omnes Healthcare Limited are a growing organisation that have been operating within the NHS since 2006 offering both Primary and Secondary care services with a forward-thinking, dynamic approach to patient healthcare, we are pioneers in a range of projects, from genomics to digital healthcareservices, focused on delivering a better patient experience Omnes Healthcare are an are an inclusive employer, if you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, we will be more than happy to help, please contact us

A Vacancy at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust.


Previous applicants need not apply.

Are you in a senior experienced band 6 or 7 role and looking for a change? Do you have a background in acute care providing assessments and enjoy crisis work? Then this role is for you.

We are currently looking for people with excellent assessment and communication skills who perform well under pressure. The role of the Mental Health professional in ED is a fast paced and dynamic role. The team provide 24/7 input into the Emergency Department delivering high calibre assessments, formulations, and care plans for individuals. We provide an invaluable expert opinion into the care of individuals in emergency department.

We are a PLAN accredited service and the core24 team are part of the well-established wider Liaison Psychiatry service at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge.

We are also seeking to expand the core24 service that we provide, giving quicker access to individuals across the hospital out of hours.

If you are interested, I would ask that please do contact me to discuss the role. We welcome people coming to visit the team to gain a better understanding of the role.

As part of the Liaison Psychiatry Service, the post-holder will contribute to the multi-disciplinary clinical assessment and management of patients referred to the service in collaboration with other team members.

Providing and undertaking timely biopsychosocial assessments and risk management plans in accordance with CPFT’s Clinical Risk Assessment and Management policy for adults presenting to the Acute Trust with mental health problems.

This role is a permanent, full-time vacancy for an enthusiastic and motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist / Mental Health Professional wanting to join the established liaison psychiatry emergency department team.

The liaison psychiatry service is highly regarded nationally and is accredited through the Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Network (PLAN). The service consists of highly skilled psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, nurses and occupational therapists.

The service aims to offer exceptional standards of care to all patients attending Cambridge University Hospital experiencing a comorbid mental health issue. As such, an opportunity has arisen to recruit a dynamic CNS / MHP on a permanent contract who will work 10-hour shifts across a 24/7 rota.

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities


1. To assist in the delivery of a high-quality Liaison Psychiatry service within Addenbrookes Hospital in keeping with the visions and values of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust.
2. Providing and undertaking timely biopsychosocial assessments and risk management plans in accordance with CPFT’s Clinical Risk Assessment and Management policy for adults presenting to the Emergency Department with mental health problems.
3. Promoting a safe and effective service throughout the Emergency Department; this will be through training and giving expert advice and support to nursing and medical teams within the Emergency Department
4. Maintaining a visible, professional presence where patients, carers and staff can turn for assistance, advice and support.
5. As part of the Liaison Psychiatry Service, the post-holder will contribute to the multidisciplinary clinical assessment and management of patients referred to the service in collaboration with other team members.
6. To participate in and promote close links with community mental health teams and other agencies to develop effective care plans.


This advert closes on Tuesday 23 Jul 2024

Applications are invited for a Clinical Fellow (Core) in Breast Surgery for a period of 12 months to commence from 22 July 2024.

The Cambridge Breast Unit provides multidisciplinary and comprehensive care in the management of a full range of benign and malignant breast disease and is a tertiary referral centre for flap-based reconstructive procedures.

In order to be considered applicants must meet the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

The post holder will support new one-stop diagnostic and follow up breast clinics, provide assistance in theatre, participate in pre-operative and post-operative ward rounds and day to day running of the Surgical Breast Unit (including medical administration). In addition, the post holder will also be expected to attend twice weekly MDT and participate in MDT team working.

Please note that this post does not carry Postgraduate Dean’s approval or training recognition.

Full Registration and a Licence to Practice with the General Medical Council at point of application is required.

Minimum of 12 months NHS experience employed at foundation level or above.

This post may be suitable for those wishing to undertake an “F3” role.

The applicant must have demonstrable skills in listening, reading, writing and speaking in English that enable effective communication about medical topics with patients and colleagues, as set out in the GMC’s Good Medical Practice (2013). Non-UK applicants must possess the IELTS/OET exam before obtaining a GMC licence to practice.

Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information please visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

It is a requirement for skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) will also be subject to this requirement.

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

The post holder will join a highly motivated multidisciplinary breast cancer team committed to high quality care. This will involve all aspects of surgical and oncological breast cancer management in a consultant led service. The Unit manages approximately 500 breast cancers annually of which approximately one- third are screen-detected as part of the units screening programme.

Please refer to the Job description and Person specification attached for further details on the main responsibilities and duties for this post


This advert closes on Wednesday 10 Jul 2024

Senior Physiotherapist - Inpatient Elective Surgery Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital | Physiotherapy | Bank Contract | Part time From £19 to £23 per hour, depending on experience Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. At least one/two weekend days per month. Optional weekday cover in addition to this. Nuffield Health is Britain's largest not-for-profit healthcare organisation. Join us as a Senior Physiotherapist in our CQC Outstanding Hospital in Cambridge and play your part in building a healthier nation. As a Senior Inpatient Physiotherapist at our Cambridge Hospital, you'll have a BSc in Physiotherapy or equivalent and registration with the Health and Care Professions Council. You also have excellent manual therapy skills, and you're committed to developing as a practitioner. You're a confident communicator, skilled at engaging with all kinds of people. The Role This role is to join our bank Physiotherapy team, providing cover for our Inpatient ward. You will see a range of post-operative patients - predominantly elective orthopaedics - and will play a key role in helping our patients achieve, maintain and recover to the level of health and wellbeing that they aspire to. From time to time may also be required to provide treatment to gynaecology and oncology patients. You will work within a multidisciplinary team including nurses, AHPs and consultants in order to optimise the health and recovery of our patients As a Senior Physiotherapist, you will: Deliver excellent clinical care that is evidence-based, safe, effective, caring, well-led and responsive to our patients' needs. Be compliant with all professional, clinical and integrated governance standards and participate in clinical audit and other quality assurance processes to ensure on-going monitoring of the standards of treatment provided. Adhere to our values and beliefs at Nuffield Health, in which we encourage caring, aspirational, responsive and ethical behaviours. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month. Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital Our state-of-the-art hospital, is central Cambridge's premium private hospital, boasting an Outstanding CQC score and offer a full range of medical and surgical specialties. With expertise in Cancer care and Cancer surgery, Orthopaedic surgery (including robotic surgery), Neurosurgery, Cardiology as well as specialist Paediatric services. Backed by the latest diagnostic imaging facilities including wide bore MRI and CT scanning, we offer immediate assessment and expert diagnosis. Hospital facilities include 3 state of the art digital theatres, 32 beds, Surgical Day Case theatre/endoscopy suite, Surgical Day PODs, private consultation rooms, close monitoring units, Chemotherapy suite, on-site registered pharmacy, Diagnostic scanning unit and a Pathology laboratory. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you. Working pattern: Work will be booked on an ad-hoc basis. We would ideally like the new candidate to cover one or two weekend days per month minimum. Some weekday hours are also available. Please specify your availability and preferences on your application.

Interested in supporting staff with developing practical hands-on skills that they require to be safe and effective in their roles? Then we are very pleased to be able to offer this opportunity to join our Mandatory and Essential Skills Training team.

While we are looking for someone who has some experience of teaching or training, this role does not necessarily require a background in education as you will be working with an established team. It would suit someone with a flexible and naturally curious approach who is looking for a training and development role that directly supports delivery of healthcare services.

A good candidate will demonstrate the ability to engage, support, motivate and lead others to deliver high quality care.

An excellent candidate will be able to demonstrate their professionalism and innovative attitude to challenges in the workplace, and a commitment to empowering others.

Not sure if this is the right next step for you? Please do contact us if you would like to discuss before submitting your application
• To support the planning and preparation of staff training programmes regarding statutory and mandatory training.
• To delivery high quality training across several core subjects, including Moving and Handling, Resuscitation, and the Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression.
• To ensure that the Trust meets governmental and legislative standards in relation to mandatory training.
• To ensure the effective use of the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) to delivery, record, and track learning.
• To be present and visible to support the Trusts’ staff development.

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting and empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.

Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services, not only via inpatient and primary care settings, but also within the community. These services include children's, adult and older people's mental health, forensic and specialist mental health, learning disabilities, primary care and liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, research and development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.

For further information on CPFT, please visit our website at www.cpft.nhs.uk

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of responsibilities
• To support the assessment, planning, and delivery on a comprehensive range of specialist training courses for the Trust taking account of the complex needs of our community, and the environmental issues in hospital and community settings.
• To effectively engage and utilise the specialist skills and expertise of all disciplines.
• To provide support and guidance to those core staff that are responsible for assisting in the delivery of mandatory training courses - for example associate trainers.
• To maintain links with clinical services, developing collaborative relationships.
• To risk assess the safety of learners when supporting the designing and delivering of training.
• To provide support and guidance, through dynamic risk assessments using specialist knowledge and expertise, to clinical services with the support of the lead.
• To support the application of training and teaching through a variety of flexible learning methods to meet different learning needs of staff.
• To act as point of contact for advice, support and training on any issues relating to mandatory training and developing support packages for individual or groups of patients.
• To be responsible for equipment used in carrying out duties, adhering to Trust policy and ensuring the safe use of equipment by others through teaching, training, and supervising of practice.
• To liaise with the subject matter experts and escalate to them any relevant issues raised within training.
• To ensure that all aspects of training content and delivery have equality, diversity, and inclusion central to approach. 


This advert closes on Thursday 18 Jul 2024

We are seeking to recruit an innovative and experienced Advanced Orthoptist to provide temporary cover for 12 months at Addenbrooke’s Hospital.

Addenbrooke’s Hospital is large teaching hospital and a research centre with strong affiliations with Cambridge University. It has a rich history of breaking the barriers of modern medicine and providing compassionate care for patients.

To be legally and professionally responsible for delivering highly skilled and comprehensive care in the management of complex Paediatric and Adult Orthoptics at Addenbrooke’s NHS Trust.

To provide high quality Orthoptic Service as an autonomous Practitioner.

To provide highly specialist role in delivering orthoptic assessment and care to Neurology, Paediatric Neurology, Stroke, Maxillo-facial, Endocrinology, Genetics, SCBU, Endocrine (including thyroid and diabetes) and Emergency Department.

To provide teaching, supervision and support to Orthoptic undergraduates and multidisciplinary staff.

Responsible for undertaking and coordinating audits and CPD activities and actively participating in departmental research studies.

Required to ensure that the policies and procedures of the Department of Orthoptics and Addenbrooke’s NHS Trust are adhered to.

To support and mentor junior members of staff.

Deputise in the absence of the Head Orthoptist, managing other staff and assisting with the management of the Orthoptic Service when required.

Assist with the Orthoptic Secondary Screening Service.



Our Trust

Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke’s Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 12000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people – patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing ‘outstanding’ care to our patients and rated ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH’s values – Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent – are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.

CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people’s age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.

Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.

Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.

This vacancy will close at midnight on 6 August 2024.

Interviews are due to be held on 19 August 2024.

Benefits to you

We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.

Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.

We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.


This advert closes on Tuesday 6 Aug 2024

Cardiac Physiologist Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital | Cardiology | Bank Contract | Part Time Up to £35.00 per hour, depending on experience Working on the bank means you are not contracted to a set number of hours per week but instead work on an ad-hoc basis to suit the needs of the business and your availability. At Nuffield Health, we're looking for an excellent communicator to join our Cardiac Unit. As part of the team, you'll enjoy the chance to help shape an outstanding patient experience. Bring your commitment to building the highest standards of care and we'll offer the ideal home for your career. As a Cardiac Physiologist at our Cambridge Hospital, you'll hold either a BTEC ONC and HNC in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement, or a BSc in Clinical Science /Physiology (or equivalent). You're currently registered with the RCCP as a Clinical Physiologist. Ideally, you're also accredited with SCST and BSE. You're flexible, motivated and a team player. As a Cardiac Physiologist, you will: Be part of the team doing great work in our Cardiac Unit. Carry out echo cardiograms. Provide clinical supervision in line with statutory requirements. Maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with professional, statutory and organisational guidelines. Helping you feel good. We want you to love coming to work, feeling healthy, happy and valued. That's why we've developed a benefits package with you in mind. From Holiday in line with the Working Time Directive, Access to our Pension Scheme and discounted gym membership at £15.00 a month. Nuffield Health Cambridge Hospital Our state-of-the-art hospital, is central Cambridge's premium private hospital, boasting an Outstanding CQC score and offer a full range of medical and surgical specialties. With expertise in Cancer care and Cancer surgery, Orthopaedic surgery (including robotic surgery), Neurosurgery, Cardiology as well as specialist Paediatric services. Backed by the latest diagnostic imaging facilities including wide bore MRI and CT scanning, we offer immediate assessment and expert diagnosis. Hospital facilities include 3 state of the art digital theatres, 32 beds, Surgical Day Case theatre/endoscopy suite, Surgical Day PODs, private consultation rooms, close monitoring units, Chemotherapy suite, on-site registered pharmacy, Diagnostic scanning unit and a Pathology laboratory. Join Nuffield Health and create the future you want, today. If you like what you see, why not start your application now? We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). So, it's a good idea to apply right away to ensure you're considered for this role. It starts with you.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly skilled, experienced and motivated Deputy Director of Finance to join our dynamic team in the East of England to lead all aspects of productivity and efficiency support for systems in the region. As a Band 9 Deputy Director of Finance – Productivity and Efficiency, you will play a crucial role in supporting the region and systems in the delivery of their productivity and efficiency ambitions to recover core productivity and achieve financial sustainability. The role holder will work collaboratively with senior subject matter experts across systems and within the regional team and will deputise for other members of the regional Senior Finance Team as required.


• Key responsibilities:
Ensure the provision of expert, evidence based financial and business advice to regional and national colleagues.
• Hold the primary financial relationship with systems and organisations and establish effective operating models working in a matrix way with the wider team to provide the appropriate level of support and escalation when needed.
• Provide leadership and strategic direction for work assigned to the wider Financial Oversight and Delivery team. Working via a direct line management or matrix approach as required.
• Lead financial planning, performance management, assurance and oversight for a number of systems – across revenue, capital and cash.
• Working closely with regional subject matter expert colleagues to help systems and organisations to deliver their financial targets and service plans, through the provision of oversight, advice and support and in accordance with national frameworks and policies.
• Ensure all national reporting requirements are complied with to support month end and year end processes.
• Ensure that appropriate advice is provided to systems / organisations on national approaches to financial planning and performance for both capital and revenue.
• Ensure rigorous appraisal of system and organisational financial plans to ensure viability and that financial risks have been soundly evaluated and mitigated.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Main duties continued:
• Support the delivery of regional financial targets ensuring that systems and organisations deliver value for money, financially sustainable and efficient plans, supported by effective cost improvement programmes utilising regional benchmarking, learning and best practice.
• Ensure robust processes are in place to monitor financial performance to maintain a clear and up-to-date view of the financial position.
• Provide robust forecasts, risk predictions and mitigations.
• Ensure that systems, processes and information flows provide effective early warnings of potential failures in service quality, financial management, partnerships and performance. Take a risk based approach, in line with national frameworks to intervene, anticipate and avoid such failures.
• Play a key role with regional colleagues and work with them to tackle performance risks and issues, ensuring that support to improve is provided early.
• Provide expert advice to inform formal regulatory interactions and/or interventions where necessary. Lead financial intervention processes in the event of material concerns about financial performance and financial risk within national frameworks.
• Support national teams on planning, reviewing and agreeing cash requirements with systems and organisations within national policy.
• Oversee and assure the financial planning and redesign of services within the region, particularly large scale and complex service reconfigurations, ensuring business cases are subject to rigorous financial appraisal, are financially viable and provide value for money.
• Represent NHS England and its interests at national/public meetings/events as required, acting independently, decisively and effectively in sensitive and political situations. At times this involves delivering difficult messages and contentious information to high level audiences potentially in a difficult environment.
• Promote the highest standards of finance professionalism within the region including the development and implementation of new initiatives.
• Live the NHS values, lead with compassion and promote and foster these values in the wider team. Support the priorities of the Finance
• Directorate adopting a flexible approach to ensure all priorities can be delivered from within available resources.

These responsibilities require a qualified finance professional with a minimum of 8 years of post-qualification experience. The role is part of the East of England region Senior Finance Team and therefore the role holder will be required to engage with and drive wider regional finance initiatives and support staff development. The role holder should also have excellent interpersonal, communication and analytical skills, be comfortable dealing with uncertainty and the have the ability to handle conflict in a positive and professional manner.



You must meet this criteria to apply for this role:
• CCAB Qualified Accountant with minimum 8 years post qualification experience
• Proven senior leadership skills with strong evidence to demonstrate gravitas, influencing and strategic thinking at a senior level
• Evidence of leading and delivering key business processes across multiple systems/organisation/matrix teams to ensure delivery of key regional targets that are critical to support the overall financial position of the region
• Experience of robust stakeholder management to ensure acceptance of regional proposals across our systems including examples where differing views have been represented
• Evidence of line management experience to ensure a team perform at a high level to meet the exacting challenges required.

“We welcome applications irrespective of people's age, disability or learning difference, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances.



We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

The definition of a disability is a condition that lasts long than 12 months and has a significant impact on day to day living, so this could include; neurodiversity, long term conditions, mental health, menopause and sensory impairments, however, this is not an exhaustive list.

We will honour the transfer of workplace passports from previous employers if the application is successful.



We welcome informal enquiries, please contact sarah.griffiths45@nhs.netto discuss any questions you may have about the role or to hear more about our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.”


This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Jul 2024

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