Total 377 Others level Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Reading, RG5 4JA

Job description : Support the registered nurse in implementation of an agreed plan of care with the patient and in accordance with instructions and training received. Contribute to the legality and accuracy of the patients care plan/ and or other reports and the effectiveness of the established communication /reporting system over the full 24hrs, Provide support and assistance to registered staff. All team members are responsible for behaving in a manner that does not put themselves, patients, visitors and other team members in danger or at risk in the clinical environment ,To assist in the maintenance of home cleanliness and tidiness and adhere to infection control policy and procedures at all times , To assist the patient to ensure they have the opportunity to meet their individual dietary requirements. Ensuring all patients receive their chosen and correct meals ,To assist and support registered nurses and clerical staff in administrative duties as required , To escort stable patients to and from all home to departments within the hospital

About the role: Beauty TeacherActivate Learning have an exciting opportunity for a Beauty Teacher to join our team and inspire the next generation of creative students at Reading College. Our Beauty Therapy courses cover a range of topics, including manicures, pedicures, nail art, themed face painting, skincare, waxing, and massage.As a Beauty Teacher, you will primarily teach and assess students across Levels 1, 2, and 3. We are seeking a confident and enthusiastic individual with a passion for delivering engaging, practical lessons while nurturing the unique talents of each student.We have permanent, Full-Time; 37hrs and Part Time; 18.5hrs, available based at Reading College.What do you need to be successful as a Beauty Teacher at Activate Learning?We are looking for individuals who can act as role models for our students, helping them gain not only professional qualifications but also the skills and attributes needed to thrive in their careers.To be successful in this role, you should hold a minimum Level 3 qualification in Beauty Therapy and have relevant, up-to-date industry experience. This will allow you to help students develop the practical skills and knowledge required for the beauty therapy profession. While previous teaching experience and qualifications are beneficial, they are not essential. If you have the expertise and passion to teach beauty therapy, we will provide the necessary training and support to help you succeed in the further education (FE) sector.About you:A minimum Level 3 qualification in Beauty Therapy and experience working as a beauty therapist are essential.You must either have an Assessor’s Award or be willing to work towards one within the first three months.While a teaching qualification and experience in education are desirable, they are not required.Strong organisation skills and the ability to manage your workload effectively are essential .You’ll benefit from being part of a supportive team in a dynamic role that offers diverse opportunities for professional growth.What Activate Learning offer to new Teaching staff?Here at Activate Learning, we recognise the importance of a good induction when joining a new organisation. Whether you are an experienced teacher or new to teaching, we provide all teaching staff with a comprehensive, mandatory, three-day induction programme. This provides new employees with an understanding of Activate Learning's mission, values and Learning Philosophy led culture, ensuring you feel connected and supported from day one.In addition, we offer a one-day Introduction to Teaching session, covering our teaching, learning, and assessment approaches.Who we are:We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.Why work with the Activate Learning Group?Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeingCompany benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staffGenerous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leaveFlexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment, closed vacancies will not be able to submit an application form.Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts early due to the volume of applications we receive.Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.Applications are encouraged from all candidates meeting or exceeding the minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage please contact the talent team directly.Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter into an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.

For further details on the job role, please refer to the job description and person specification attached.

The3 must haves for you to be considered for this role: Meet the university entrance requirements and be able to evidence the academic ability to study at a minimum of level 6. Current NMC Qualification as a nurse or midwife at time of application. Evidence of a period of completed preceptorship. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Fiona Howell on 07768 987992 wholl be delighted to help. Applications must be made using NHS jobs website. By submitting your application via NHS Jobs, you consent to BHFT sharing your application form with Academic Colleagues at Bucks New University. Interviews are held jointly with the university, will be held on Friday 29th November 2024 and will be face to face. All arrangements will be communicated by email. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

The must haves for this role: Experience of working with vulnerable children and young people. Ability to engage with children and young people in care. Be willing to travel within Berkshire and to the 20-mile radius of Berkshire. Enthusiasm for teaching and sharing knowledge and experience. For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Fiona Nyquist on 07736 723683 or email: fiona.nyquist@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer suitable applicants, an exciting opportunity to develop their career by undertaking the Specialist Community Public Health Nursing (SCPHN)Health Visiting Course. This is run as a joint programme between Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust and either Oxford Brookes University or Bucks New University. All university tuition fees are paid for you.


During thecourseyour time will be split between practical training within a Health Visiting Team and academic study. The practice placements are offered in Bracknell Forest, Wokingham, Reading and West Berkshire.


The coursecommencesinSeptember2025and iscurrentlyoffered on a full-time basis only. Please ensure that youindicateif you havecommencedthe course previously in another university and the reason you did not complete.


The course is run at Post Graduate Diploma - level 7,at Bucks New universityonly at present.Detailed information about the courses can be found by accessing the university websiteor contacting them directly.


If you are interested in a career with BHFT as a Health Visitor, we offer support throughout your training,and there is a requirement to take a substantive post as a Health Visitor when you qualify for a minimum period of 2 years, subject to availability of vacant HV posts within BHFT.

• To complete the required further education at level 7in order toprovide andmaintaina high standard of skilled Health Visiting practice for individuals,groupsand communities in a variety of settingsin accordance withthe accredited faculty syllabus.

• The specialist practice student HV works under the direction of the CPA, who is a member of the locality Health Visiting Team. The student will work with the CPA’s or Supervisor’s client group under supervision.

• To work with CPAand university lecturers to reflect on academic learning and practice, contribute to assessment of progress, plan learningobjectivesandsubmitacademic coursework according to university deadlines.

• To assess and re-assess care needs, develop, implement, and evaluate packages of care in liaison with and under the direct tutelage of theCPA / Supervisor.


Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we’re committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

Your wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites



The 3 “must haves” for you to be considered for this role: 

• Meet the university entrance requirements and be able toevidencethe academic ability to study at a minimum of level 6.

• Current NMC Qualification as a nurse or midwife at time of application.

• Evidence of a period of completed preceptorship.


For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.


We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted.


We’recommitted to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed.


We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedon’thesitate to call:Fiona Howell on 07768 987992who’llbe delighted to help.


Applicationsmust be made using NHS jobs website.Bysubmittingyour application via NHS Jobs, you consent to BHFT sharing your application form with Academic Colleagues at Bucks New University.


Interviews are held jointly with the university, will be held onFriday 29thNovember 2024and will be face to face. All arrangements will be communicated by email.


Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so pleasesubmityour application as soon as possible.



This advert closes on Thursday 21 Nov 2024

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For further details on the job role, please refer to the Job description and person specification attached. For further information please contact Charlotte Duncan, Lead Technician - Pharmacy Homecare Services. Tel: 0118 322 8794 or email: charlotte.duncan@royalberkshire.nhs.uk

They will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a clinical role and will have senior leadership responsibilities. They will manage a team of Clinical Pharmacists and Pharmacy Technicians across the 3 practices. They will provide clinical supervision, training, support and mentorship. They will set objectives within the team that match both the professional development of each team member and the priorities of the three surgeries. They will develop the clinical skills of the Pharmacy Team within their scope of practice and allocate work accordingly, with direction from the 3 practices. Theywill take responsibility for areas of chronic disease management within the practice and undertake clinical medication reviews to proactively manage patients with complex polypharmacy, especially for older people, people in residential care homes and those with multiple co-morbidities. They will provide primary support to general practice staff with regards to prescription and medication queries. They will help support the repeat prescriptions system, deal with acute prescription requests, medicine reconciliation on transfer of care and systems for safer prescribing, providing expertise in clinical medicines advice while addressing both public and social care needs of patients in the GP practices. They will provide clinical leadership on medicines optimisation and quality improvement, manage some aspects of the quality and outcomes framework and enhanced services and contribute to the delivery of the local medicines optimisation strategy. They will ensure that the practices liaise with community and hospital pharmacy to help utilise skill mix, improve patient outcomes, ensure better access to healthcare and help manage workload. The role is pivotal to improving the quality of care and operational efficiencies so requires motivation and passion to deliver excellent service within general practice. Primary Duties and Areas of Responsibility Long-term condition patients Telephone consultations with patients with multimorbidities and, in partnership with primary healthcare colleagues, implement improvements to patients medicines, including de-prescribing. Development of long-term condition patient facing clinics including participation in group consultations. Review the on-going need for each medicine to ensure they get the best use of their medicines. Support achievement of relevant targets. Clinical Medication Review Undertake clinical medication reviews with patients with multimorbidity and polypharmacy and care home residents. Implement own prescribing changes (as an independent prescriber) and order relevant monitoring tests. Support and develop the clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to be able to carry out medication reviews within their scope of practice. Patient facing medicines support Develop patient facing clinics for the Pharmacy Team for patients with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines in the practice. Telephone medicines support Provide telephone support for patients with questions, queries and concerns about their medicines. Medicine information to practice staff and patients Act as a source of medicines information for all the practice team and patients. Suggest and recommend solutions. Management of medicines at discharge from hospital To reconcile medicines following discharge from hospitals, intermediate care and into care homes, including identifying and rectifying unexplained changes and working with patients and community pharmacists to ensure patients receive the medicines they need post discharge. Set up and manage systems to ensure continuity of medicines supply to highrisk groups of patients Work in partnership with hospital and local provider colleagues to proactively manage patients at high risk of medicine related problems before they are discharged to ensure continuity of care. Signposting Ensuring that patients are referred to the appropriate healthcare professional for the right care, with an emphasis on training reception teams to help with pathways and liaising with external facilitators where necessary to improve processes. Ensuring that the addition of the pharmacist to the clinical team results in a reduction in workload for other clinicians. Unplanned Hospital Admissions Work with case managers, multidisciplinary review teams, hospital colleagues and virtual ward teams to manage medicines-related risk for readmission and patient harm. Put in place changes to reduce the prescribing of these medicines to high-risk patient groups. Repeat prescribing Produce and implement a practice repeat prescribing policy. Manage the repeat prescribing reauthorisation process by reviewing patient requests for repeat prescriptions and reviewing medicines reaching review dates and flagging up those needing a review. Ensure patients have appropriate monitoring tests in place when required. Medicines Safety Identify national and local policy and guidance that affects patient safety through the use of medicines, including MHRA alerts, product withdrawals and emerging evidence from clinical trials. Manage the process of implementing changes to medicines and guidance for practitioners. Medicines Quality Improvement Programme Working with colleagues, identify and provide leadership on areas of prescribing and medicines optimisation. Conduct clinical audits and medicine optimisation projects or work with colleagues such as GP registrars, practice managers etc., feedback the results and implement changes in conjunction with the practice team. Present results and provide leadership on suggested changes. Contribute to national and local research initiatives. Frailty Take a leading role in the contractual requirements to support frail patients with their medication including medication review and patient identification. Implementation of local and national guidelines and formulary recommendations Work with the ICB to implement local and national guidelines including NICE etc. Liaise with hospital colleagues where prescribing needs to be returned to specialists. Education and Training Provide education and training to primary healthcare team on therapeutics and medicines optimisation. Provide training to visiting medical, nursing, pharmacy and other healthcare students where appropriate. Supervision Provide support and mentorship to clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Care Quality Commission Work with the general practice team to ensure the practice is compliant with CQC standards where medicines are involved. Undertake risk assessment and ensure compliance with medicines legislation. Public Health To support public health campaigns. To provide specialist knowledge on all public health programmes available to the general public. Communication The post-holder should recognize the importance of effective communication within the team and will strive to: Communicate effectively with other team members, patients and carers. Confidentiality: the post-holder will have access to confidential information relating to patients and their carers, practice staff and other healthcare workers. They may also have access to information relating to the practice as a business organisation. All such information from any source is to be regarded as strictly confidential Information relating to patients, carers, colleagues, other healthcare workers or the business of the practice may only be divulged to authorised persons in accordance with the practice policies and procedures relating to confidentiality and the protection of personal and sensitive data Health & safety: The post-holder will implement and lead a full range of promotion and management of their own and others health and safety and infection control as defined in the practice Health & Safety policy, the practice Health & Safety manual, and the practice Infection Control policy and published procedures. Equality and diversity: The post-holder will support the equality, diversity and rights of patients, carers and colleagues. Respecting the privacy, dignity, needs and beliefs of patients, carers and colleagues Behaving in a manner which is welcoming to and of the individual, is non-judgmental and respects their circumstances, feelings, priorities and rights. Personal/Professional development: The post-holder will participate in any training programme implemented by the practice as part of this employment, with such training to include: Participation in an annual individual performance review, including taking responsibility for maintaining a record of own personal and/or professional development Taking responsibility for own development, learning and performance and demonstrating skills and activities to others who are undertaking similar work Quality: The post-holder will strive to maintain quality within the practice, and will: Alert other team members to issues of quality and risk Assess own performance and take accountability for own actions. Contribute to the effectiveness of the team by reflecting on own and team activities and making suggestions on ways to improve and enhance the teams performance Work effectively with individuals in other agencies to meet patients needs Effectively manage own time, workload and resources Contribution to the Implementation of Services: The post-holder will: Apply practice policies, standards and guidance Discuss with other members of the team how the policies, standards and guidelines will affect own work Participate in audit where appropriate. Additional responsibilities for practice participating in the Dispensing Services Quality Scheme, staff competency recording, development and maintenance of standard operating procedures, and recording and analysis of medication dispensing and prescribing significant events.

As a Respiratory Nurse Specialist working within Health in Justice (HiJ) you will focus upon the autonomous assessment, management, review and supportive care of patients living with a respiratory diagnosis including COPD, Interstitial Lung Disease, Bronchiectasis and Asthma. This will include admission avoidance and supporting patients and staff post discharge from hospital as well. You will work across the London region within our HiJ establishments and support developing robust respiratory pathways and quality improvement projects. Within our Practice Plus Group (PPG) HiJ establishments we are moving away from a tradition medical model, where teams work in silo, to an integrated care pathway approach (New Models of Care (NMOC)), which follows the patient journey. As the Respiratory Nurse Specialist, you will support the care planning in each pathway, all patients regardless of where they are in their journey to ensure shared care and decision making. Applicants will demonstrate extensive respiratory knowledge with appropriate post registration qualifications and excellent communication skills. An understanding of the current drivers in respiratory care nationally to transform services is an essential requirement. Quality improvement and patient safety is a core ethos of the service. You will contribute to our nursing strategy and vision to; Provide outstanding evidence based care to our patients, seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback, so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them. Deliver non-judgemental care that makes a real difference, as defined throughout our bespoke Health in Justice competency framework. Inspire excellence by forging strong links with our partners and stakeholders and providing a service that people can trust, feel safe within, and feel proud of. Promote best practice, clinical supervision, evidence based care and continuous quality improvement, embedding a culture of shared learning. Share knowledge, skills and expertise to ensure safe care, building strong multi-disciplinary teams and supporting each other to do a great job.

Job Title: - Community Nurse Trust: - Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Location :-Reading, Wokingham and Slough Pay Rates: £17 - £28 Shift Patterns: - Flexible Trust Info Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust (BHFT), a community and mental health trust, are rated Outstanding in their most recent CQC report as well as being recognised as a Global Digital Exemplar. In this role you will be located in and working across an area with all the benefits of country living with the convenience of big city life. Why might this job interest you? This flexible role as a Community Nurse for NHS Professionals offers a unique blend of professional fulfilment and adaptable scheduling. This position allows nurses to provide vital healthcare services within the community, making a significant impact on patients' lives while having the freedom to choose their working hours. The flexibility of a bank role enables community nurses to balance their professional duties with personal commitments, fostering a healthy work-life balance. Additionally, working in diverse community settings provides opportunities for skill development, autonomy, and meaningful interactions with patients from various backgrounds. The chance to deliver compassionate care on a flexible schedule makes this role both rewarding and accommodating. What you can add: Assessing and monitoring patient conditions and arranging diagnostic tests Recognising deterioration in the physical or mental condition of a patient and taking appropriate action / escalation Recognising, responding to, and managing emergency situations Displaying excellent analytical ability and sound decision making in changing clinical situations Recognising limitations and escalating concerns. The role will involve, but not be limited to you performing the above. What youll need: A car and valid UK driving license A minimum of 6 months paid experience in a community environment within the last 2 years Comply with NMC Professional Registration and keep up to date with current nursing practices *Depending on the Trust, you may require variable additional certification and skills. The benefits we can offer you in return:- Putting People in Places to Care be part of the NHSP community, by joining the bank and caring for patients with a team of people from all walks of life. Weekly pay to give you access to your wages more quickly. Blue Light Card NHS Discount Provider First choice of shifts/placements at the Trust of your choice over agencies. Our team is always happy to help - access our support line any time. Working options to suit your lifestyle being on the bank gives you the flexibility to work the shifts you want or choose fixed term placements. Training and development opportunities via the Trust and NHSPs own academy. Explore different wards, keep your skills up to date whilst gaining vital experience. Being part of the NHSP Community means youll get access to member activities such as member of the month, member appreciation week, key date giveaways, webinar series and much more. Who are NHS Professionals? NHS Professionals is a flexible staff bank, owned by the Department of Health, our purpose is to provide you with the autonomy to decide when, how, and where you want to work. Supporting your lifestyle and making you feel part of the team and community. Offering you flexible work or alternatively fixed term placements. Apply Today By joining us you can look forward to a choice of flexible Bank shifts or fixed term placements across any of our client Trusts in England.

For further details on this role, please refer to the Job Description and Person specification attached.

• Salary: £37,500 - £43,000 + £2,000 after one year + ongoing bonus of up to 10%
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, Part-Time Available
• Hybrid

Are you a qualified Paramedic in need of better work-life balance? Do you want regular hours so you can make the most of life? If so, we can offer you a Functional Assessor role that comes with 9 to 5 hours and true hybrid working - plus the chance to make the most of your medical skills. Could you be a Functional Assessor? Read on to find out.

The role

As a Functional Assessor, your main task will be to assess individuals and how their disabilities or conditions affect their work life. Drawing on your clinical expertise, you'll listen carefully and take down each person's medical history before performing a physical examination. You'll then produce concise, accurate reports for the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP) so they can decide each person's eligibility for benefits.

The role involves meeting people both face-to-face and via telephone/video. But whether you connect online or in person, you'll be sensitive, compassionate and able to ask the right questions while upholding best practice standards.

Rest assured that you'll have the time you need to make a precise assessment and give each person your whole attention. And while you'll work unsupervised, you'll be part of a wider multi-disciplinary team - support is all part of the package.

Once you apply, one of our specialist sjb medical recruiters will support you through the virtual application submission process. Please note that you must be committed to working at least three days per week for the part-time role.

About you

• An HCPC Registered Paramedic with a minimum of 12 months' post-registration experience within the past five years.
• Experience of working with adults in a range of clinical situations.
• Continuous Professional Development present on your CV.
• Great oral and written communication skills, with the ability to negotiate and respond to a rapidly changing environment.
• IT skills and experience of using a range of software
• Self-aware and focused on professional development
• Honest and able to maintain integrity and customer confidentiality
• Motivated to contribute to quality customer service, demonstrating empathy, respect and sensitivity in assessment delivery.
• Able to work on your own initiative to meet deadlines and standards.
• Ready to work as a reliable and efficient team member and willing to support the multi-disciplinary team.
• Are eligible to work in the UK. (Unfortunately, sponsorship is not possible.)

Benefits:

• A competitive salary.
• £1,000 after six months & £1,000 after 12 months (if approved).
• Quality-related bonus of up to 10% once approved and eligible.
• 25 days of annual leave + BH with option to buy additional days or sell back.
• Annual registration fees paid.
• A comprehensive training programme.
• Full IT equipment provided for remote working
• Regular 1-2-1 reviews with your manager.
• Up to 6% employer matched pension contribution.
• Access to a huge range of discounts and exclusive deals such as Merlin Attractions, Mobile Phone discounts, Cinema discounts, Leisure, and Hospitality discounts.
• Wellbeing, care and support - i.e. Room to talk (counselling), peer support, wellbeing webinars, a Wisdom Wellbeing app and more.

Training

You can look forward to four days of dedicated CPD per year, 1:1 clinical coaching with a dedicated coach and communities of practice. There'll also be the opportunity to undertake professional and personal development with a wide range of training and coaching to expand your capabilities. Other development opportunities include internal promotion and the chance to be part of a global network of healthcare professionals and work in various sectors. This is where it starts: apply now and take the first step.

Why SJB Medical

We are the longest-standing recruitment agency for DWP assessor contractors and pride ourselves on the support we give our healthcare candidates throughout the whole recruitment process. We believe that a diverse workforce adds to the success of our clients and as such, are committed to maintaining and supporting a culture of equality and diversity throughout our recruitment process.

Job applicants will receive equal and fair treatment, regardless of sex, race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or marital status. Our job advertisements will clearly and accurately state the requirements of the role to enable applicants to assess their suitability. To give everyone a fair experience, we will review and consider reasonable adjustments and accommodations during the recruitment process.

The 'must haves' for this role: A qualified Nurse or Midwife, registered with the NMC A passion for improving outcomes for children and families in the community Excellent interpersonal and communication skills A full valid UK driving license and use of a vehicle For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call or email Haley Walsh on 07880541538 orHaley.Walsh@berkshire.nhs.ukwholl be delighted to help. Please note, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

The specialist nursing role will actively contribute to the on-going development of the Vascular Access Service across the trust and ensure that it delivers and promotes best practice in the care and management of all vascular access devices, promoting aseptic non touch technique to reduce the risk of device related complications and in particular infection. The post holder will provide specialist service and support and deputise for their line manager in the management of their clinical specialty and in conjunction with the Infection, prevention and control team. This will involve dealing with complex situations and having to take appropriate action in a variety of settings. Be expert in peripheral intravenous cannulation. Be expert in the insertion and removal of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICCs). Undertake training and become proficient in utilising ultrasound guided venous cannulation techniques (e.g. peripheral and central veins). Use ultrasound to identify common anatomical variations (e.g. thrombosis of target vein). Be able to verify tip catheter position and recognition of complications such as pneumothorax using image intensification, ECG technology and tracking devices. Ordering and interpreting radiological investigations such as CXR when necessary. Troubleshooting of vascular access related complications Supporting training and education for staff, patients and others. Please refer to the attached Job Description & Person Specification for further details.

A Vacancy at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.


Are you working as a Social Worker / OT or Nurse and looking for “that” new role, perhaps to be a part of something new and exciting?

Are you looking to develop your career with a group of likeminded professionals?

We're recruiting for Advanced Mental Health Practitioners at Band 7. As part of the Rapid Response team, you'll offer high-quality mental health assessments & short-term intervention to young people experiencing mental health crisis. We work closely with the wider CAMH services, local authorities, education colleagues & other services.

The role is based at Erleigh Rd, Reading during the day & Royal Berkshire Hospital in Reading when working nights.

Current shift patterns are:
• Assessment Clinician 09:00 – 20:00
• Late Assessment Clinician 11:00 – 22:00
• Follow Up shift 09:00 – 17:00
• Shift Lead 08:00 – 19:00
• Weekend/Bank holidays 08:00 – 17:00
• Night Shift 20:15 – 08:15

You'll be allocated a combination of shifts on a rota basis to complete your contracted hours.

You'll use your excellent communication skills & a compassionate nature to to give full support to patients & their families.

We are committed to your development and offer both internal & external training with this role.

Applications are processed as they are received. We would encourage you to apply as soon as possible as vacancies can close early!

No day will be the same, so here are a few (but not limited to) duties of the role;
• Provide high quality assessment and clinical formulation
• Respond to crisis calls from young people and their families
• Provide short term interventions/Follow ups when required and make on going referrals based on the clinical needs
• Ability to manage and lead the shift by prioritising and delegating tasks
• Identify appropriate interventions for young people and their families as well as the improvement of resilience and recovery which mitigates risks to themselves or others
• Maintain and develop key relationships with professionals external to the area of service, as well as patients and their families
• To be responsible for the accurate maintenance of clinical record keeping and ensuring all systems, records and data are stored and transferred correctly

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated ‘outstanding’ by the CQC, we’re committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.

We value diversity and work hard to create an inclusive environment where you’ll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
• Caring for and about you is our top priority
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services
• Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions

We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.

Benefits of working for us include:
• Flexible working options to support work-life balance
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
• Generous NHS pension scheme
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme including electric vehicles
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave
• Free parking across Trust sites

If you share our values and would like to come and work for us, please submit your application as soon as possible as we'll close roles early that have a high number of applications.

The “must haves” for you to be considered for this role:
• A degree in relevant field as well as a core profession e.g. Social worker, Nurse, OT
• Registration with relevant recognised body (e.g.: NMC, HCPC)
• Experience in working with mental health and complex needs
• Demonstrable skills in mental health assessments and formulation
• Full UK driving license with access to a vehicle

For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.

We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. If we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to contact: Emily Perrin onemily.perrin@berkshire.nhs.ukwho will be delighted to help.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.


This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Dec 2024

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