Total 11 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Canterbury, CT1 3NG

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A Vacancy at East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust.


The department of Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering is accredited to ISO 9001:2015. The department consists of two main sections of Clinical Engineering and Clinical Physics. The Kent and Medway Communication and Assistive Technology (KM CAT) service and Medical Devices Governance Team come under Clinical Engineering. Radiology Physics and Nuclear Medicine Physics are under Clinical Physics.

As a lead Health Care Scientist for Governance and Quality, you will have the overall responsibility for all quality and governance matters related to the department of Medical Physics.

Direct and lead the team in ensuring effective and efficient operation and ongoing registration and certification of the quality system within the department of Medical Physics.

Provide specialist knowledge so as to ensure the Trust’s Medical Physics become progressively more effective in the delivery of quality Medical Physics services.

Be the responsible officer for all aspects of quality, standards and governance within the department

Secure compliance with internal policies and external bodies

Act as the responsible officer for provision of all departmental policies and procedures

Act as the risk manager for the department

Provide training in quality management

Professionally manage deputy quality manager and line manage quality and governance officer

To support the department in progressing quality improvement projects in engineering or physics projects depending on the background and experience of the candidate.



The Trust is committed to supporting flexible working to fulfil our pledge as part of The Trust’s People Strategy to help staff to achieve a healthy work/life balance. Please speak with your Recruiting Manager for further information and opportunities.

Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.

Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

We offer a full package of benefits, including a car lease scheme; on-site childcare; generous annual leave in line with NHS terms and conditions; high street and public transport discounts; a 24/7 staff support service - and the little things that make life easier, like on-site Amazon lockers and fresh fruit and veg stalls.

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This advert closes on Sunday 29 Dec 2024

Job Title: Trainee Pharmacy Assistant

Location: Royal United Hospital, Main Entrance Bath Hospital, Combe Park, Bath, BA1 3NG

Hourly Rate: Competitive

Hours: Monday to Friday 09.30 - 17.15 (30 minute lunch break)

Rowlands Pharmacy are currently looking for a Trainee Pharmacy Assistant in the Royal United Hospital branch.

You will participate in all branch processes and establish relationships with customers, patients as well as healthcare professionals. You will assist in the delivery of all pharmacy services where appropriate. You will be an ambassador for Rowlands Pharmacy serving the community and interacting with customers on a day to day basis.

Required

• Experience of working in a customer focused environment
• Understanding of confidentiality
• Ensuring accurate handling of medicines
• Able to demonstrate self-motivation & initiative
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise work load
• Ability to work to deadlines

Nottingham City Council is seeking an ambitious, visionary leader for the role of Director of Adult Social Care and Health. This pivotal role requires a highly skilled and dedicated individual to strategically guide and manage adult social care services, enhance health and well-being across the city, and foster a customer-focused environment that upholds the values of our "One Council" ethos.

The successful candidate will champion innovative, partnership-oriented approaches to address the complex needs of our community and transform the delivery of adult social care in Nottingham.

If you’re looking for a role at the heart of an organisation where you can play a key role in its continued improvement, and influence the future of a vibrant city, this could be the perfect next step in your career.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting time to join Nottingham City Council. We have a clear vision and a plan to improve, recently approved by Councillors and Commissioners. We are on a journey to becoming a council that delivers with clear purpose, is financially sustainable, and well-run. As Director of Adult Social Care and Health, you will play a key role in supporting that journey – ensuring the organisation is informed and involved.

In this role, you will:

Support the development of relationships with key partners, citizens, and other stakeholders.

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of Nottingham’s residents.

Lead change within a growing and progressive council.

The Opportunity

You will lead by developing service strategies and customer-focused propositions that prioritise service user voices, while fostering a culture of continual improvement and organisational excellence. Your leadership will help drive service delivery improvements and position Nottingham as a city of innovation and opportunity.

Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement service strategies that align with the Council’s corporate priorities and vision.

Building Partnerships: Create collaborative relationships across the public, private, and voluntary sectors to deliver integrated health and social care services.

Driving Operational Excellence: Oversee service design, performance management, and financial accountability, ensuring resources are managed effectively.

Community Leadership: Act as a key representative for Nottingham City Council, enhancing the city’s reputation through innovative community partnerships.

Champion Transformation: Lead and implement innovative approaches to adult social care, ensuring services are responsive, efficient, and impactful.

Budgetary Constraints: Will be responsible for managing budgetary constraints and ensuring effective allocation of resources within the department

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a seasoned leader with a strategic mindset and extensive experience in adult social care and health services. The ideal candidate will have:

Visionary Leadership: Experience in leading the development of customer-focused service strategies that prioritise service user voices and promote continuous improvement.

Collaboration: The ability to build strong partnerships across sectors and foster a networked governance model to enhance service delivery.

Operational Excellence: A proven track record in overseeing service performance and managing resources effectively.

Community Engagement: A deep understanding of the importance of community partnerships and safeguarding practices, particularly for vulnerable adults.

Experience in Transformation: Leading major change initiatives and advancing service improvements, particularly in areas such as mental health, learning disability services, and housing solutions.

Must be an extremely experienced and qualified Social Worker, with a proven track record in the field.

Why Nottingham City Council?

At Nottingham City Council, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer careers with purpose. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy exceptional benefits, including a generous pension scheme and ample leave entitlement.

Additional benefits include:

Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, to help you balance your professional and personal life.

Professional development opportunities that support career progression in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of our work.

If you’re passionate about transforming adult social care, committed to customer-oriented leadership, and eager to make a significant impact in Nottingham, we invite you to apply. Join us in building a healthier, more resilient community for our citizens.

• This post is covered by the statutory duty under Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) (English Language Requirement for public sector workers) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English, is an essential requirement for the role.
• This post is politically restricted.
• A DBS enhanced check for a regulated activity is required for this post.
• The role requires you to participate in the on call rota.

You can find the job description for this post here

At Nottingham City Council we believe that work is what you do, not where you do it. We offer different working arrangements, depending on the role, including hybrid working. Further information on Worker Types and what these mean in terms of how and where you work can be found on the additional information for applicants page.

For informal enquiries, please contact Lucy Wesson, Senior HR Consultant-Recruitment, via email at lucy.wesson@nottinghamcitygov.uk.

All candidates are advised to have an informal discussion with Vicky Murphy, Corporate Director of Adult Social Care and Health prior to submitting an application. In order to arrange please email Tayyibah Ahmed (tayyibah.ahmed@nottinghamcity.gov.uk) to organise.

Closing Date: 1st December 2024

Please note there may be occasions where we close the advert before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

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There is an exciting opportunity within the Vascular department at East Kent Hospitals for a Speciality Doctor in Vascular to join our team. The Vascular Department provides for the admission of emergency and elective in-patients, day case surgery, diagnostic procedures and outpatient consultations. The unit hosts the Kent & Medway National AAA screening programme. There is a full endovascular service and the unit has a hybrid operating theatre (and currently the second endovascular theatre is being refurbished). The AAA endovascular programme includes a fenestrated stent graft practice.

The department has a full established of ward nurses on Kent Ward, a 31 bedded ward dedicated to Vascular with additional beds for day-case surgery alongside 5 Vascular Nurse specialists working within the Vascular unit



The K&C site has the centre for Kent Vascular services, interventional radiology, Urology surgery, Oncology, anaesthetics/ITU/HDU, a full 24-hour medical take, an emergency Care Centre and 24-hour operating theatre availability.

The applicant will have a broad-based training in Vascular and General Surgery. They should have GMC Registration with license to practice in hand. They must be able to integrate well within the department and help deliver vascular services to the local population. They should be able to be on -call and supply vascular advice and assistance in emergencies. The successful applicant will participate in the weekly vascular MDT meeting.

There is a full 24 hours non-resident middle grade support for Vascular emergencies. There is a hospital night team on call out of hours on the Kent & Canterbury site. The Vascular Surgery F2 trainees and CT’s are members of this team. This team in addition to Vascular cover provides emergency cover provides emergency cover for Urological in-patients, emergency admission and referrals from GP’s or other hospital sites in East Kent. Vascular emergency referrals are managed according to agreed guidelines that are reviewed regularly at monthly audit and training meetings.

The post holder will be required to travel across the other Hospital sites in East Kent for outpatient clinics.

The post holder will havewill comprise a mixture of training and service delivery made up of ward rounds, clinics and theatre sessionsthe facility of an all-day operating list weekly within the vascular theatre for elective/emergency operating and access to the endovascular theatre as required.


We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.


Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country. Please note we are only able to sponsor candidates on a Skilled Worker Visa applying for roles Band 5 and above.

The successful applicant will participate in the weekly vascular MDT meeting.

There is a full 24 hours non-resident middle grade support for Vascular emergencies. There is a hospital night team on call out of hours on the Kent & Canterbury site. The Vascular Surgery F2 trainees and CT’s are members of this team. This team in addition to Vascular cover provides emergency cover provides emergency cover for Urological in-patients, emergency admission and referrals from GP’s or other hospital sites in East Kent. Vascular emergency referrals are managed according to agreed guidelines that are reviewed regularly at monthly audit and training meetings.

The post holder will be required to travel across the other Hospital sites in East Kent for outpatient clinics.

The post holder will havewill comprise a mixture of training and service delivery made up of ward rounds, clinics and theatre sessionsthe facility of an all-day operating list weekly within the vascular theatre for elective/emergency operating and access to the endovascular theatre as required.


This advert closes on Friday 22 Nov 2024

Duties of this post will be to support the consultant service across a range of tumour types: Attending Consultant led out-patient clinics (both in the Centre and Peripheral Clinics), and undertaking related admin and chemotherapy prescribing.. Supervision of SHOs and ward patients. Review of patients attending for chemotherapy and radiotherapy if required by nursing or radiography staff. Teaching of SHOs and medical students. Involvement in clinical governance and audit activities.

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Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.

Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.