Total 121 Health / Beauty / Fitness job vacancies in Maidenhead, SL6 6QR

The must haves for you to be considered for this role: Qualified Occupational Therapist with HCPC registration Keen to work in a multidisciplinary team Excellent interpersonal and communication skills A car driverand daily access to a vehicle for work purposes If you recognise yourself in these requirements, we recommend you apply today! If you would like any more details or to discuss the role further, please do not hesitate to contact Service Manager Lisa Ellis on 01635 273303 who would be delighted to give you more information and discuss further.

The main responsibilities of the role include: Delivering a high standard of patient care, using advanced, autonomous clinical skills and a broad, in-depth, theoretical knowledge-base; Assessing, diagnosing and treating patients conditions, initiating direct referrals, as appropriate; Providing expert advice to patients, carers and colleagues; Developing innovative concepts, models, methods and practices, to help deliver improved primary care to our practice population; Advancing patient health and well-being through the use of health promotion, health education, screening and therapeutic communication skills; As an independent prescriber: to prescribe safe, effective and appropriate medication, as defined by current legislative framework; Leading and undertaking research and audits; Providing leadership, education and training to different healthcare professionals, staff and students; As a vital part of our multidisciplinary team, you will have the opportunity to support and care for a diverse patient group. Whether you have already developed a specific specialty or have an interest in doing so, we will support your ongoing career and training development. About the Candidate The successful candidate will: be a registered general practice nurse, holding current registration with the NMC; hold a recognised ANP qualification at master's level; hold an independent prescriber qualification; be able to work with a high degree of autonomy; be confident in leading in a variety of settings: your leadership of others will also enable you to use and further develop your teaching and mentoring experience/qualifications; be forward-thinking and will strive to develop innovative ideas and new ways of working, that address the health needs of the practice, whilst motivating and encouraging others to do the same; be an excellent communicator and collaborator; embrace opportunities to work and liaise with others, across multi-professional and multi-agency boundaries, in the interests of improving patient outcomes; be consistently compassionate and respectful, placing a high value on the dignity of patients, relatives, carers and colleagues.

Are you an enthusiastic, caring and highly motivated registered Mental Health nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker looking to secure the next step in your career or to take on a new challenge within Older People’s Mental Health Services? If so, come and join our friendly and innovative team where you’ll enjoy a Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm working pattern and the opportunity to work across the teams in the Memory Clinic, CMHT and HTT to gain variety of experience.

You will be responsible for managing your own caseload, working collaboratively with other disciplines from both statutory and voluntary sectors as well as contributing towards the development of the service.

You may get the opportunity to take a lead in an area of special interest, such as working with carers or Younger People with Dementia. You’ll also be involved in delivering training and educational programmes as well as participating in audit and research.

The role is based at Nicholson House, Maidenhead and your time in this role will be spent visiting clients in their homes in the local community so you will need a car to get to appointments. You will be required to come to the office occasionally for team meetings, training or for other service-related reasons as necessary, although currently we conduct most team meetings virtually this may change in future.
• Undertaking Memory assessments of patients and conduct semi-structured interviews with family members and others involved in a patient’s care.
• Using Memory assessment cognitive tests 
• Assessing current risks and identify how the risk and patient health needs would be best met.
• Promoting and developing evidence – based practice working within NICE guidelines.
• Collaborating with members of the integrated Older Adults Mental health team to provide advice and support where required. 
• Supervising junior staff and students.

Berkshire Healthcare has a record of achievement and success that places us as one of the best performing Trusts in the country. We are rated ‘Outstanding’ by the CQC, we have a history of strong financial performance, and we have a highly skilled and engaged workforce. We aspire to be an outstanding organisation for everyone: our people, our patients, their families, and their carers.

Some of the benefits of joining our team:
• Flexible working opportunities and a strong emphasis on your work / life balance
• Annual leave - 27 days for new starters, plus bank holidays. Increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years NHS service. Pro rata for part time staff
• Excellent learning and development opportunities
• Salary sacrifice scheme for a new car
• Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave for eligible staff
• Advanced IT enablement and support
• Confidential telephone care service providing independent support and advice for staff.
• And so much more

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.

The Trust may close any vacancy prior to the advertised closing date due to the high level of responses we receive for some of our vacancies.

The “must haves” for this role:
1. Registered Mental Health nurse or equivalent.
2. Experience of working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment.
3. Ability to drive and have a car for use at work

If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and let’s be outstanding together.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call: Gbolahan Lamuye on 01189047300 or email: Gbolahan.Lamuye@berkshire.nhs.uk who’ll 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 17 Jan 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The must haves for this role: Registered Mental Health nurse or equivalent. Experience of working within an integrated multi-disciplinary environment. Ability to drive and have a car for use at work If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Gbolahan Lamuye on 01189047300 or email: Gbolahan.Lamuye@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl 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.

Responsibilities underpinning the roleThe following are the core responsibilities expected of the ANP fulfilling this role. On occasion there may be a requirement to carry out other tasks; this will be dependent on factors such as workload and staffing levels: Provide first point of contact care for patients presenting with undifferentiated, undiagnosed problems, utilising history-taking, physical examinations and clinical decision-making skills to establish a working diagnosis and management plan in partnership with the patient (and their carers where applicable). Undertake face to face, telephone and online consultations for emergency or routine problems, as determined by the Practice, including management of patients with long-term conditions. Participate in all treatment and preventative healthcare services in the Practice as delegated and agreed by the supervising GP(s). Perform physical examinations and treatment. Interpret ECGs. Identify, signpost or refer patients at risk of developing long-term conditions, preventing adverse effects on the patients health. Organise onward investigation, treatment and referral where appropriate. Ensure continuity of care, arranging follow-up consultations or reviews as necessary Attend regular practice clinical meetings. Support the clinical team with all safeguarding matters, in accordance with local and national policies. Under supervision of the GPs in the practice, make professional, autonomous decisions in relation to presenting problems, whether self-referred or referred from other health care workers within the Organisation. Record clear and contemporaneous IT based consultation notes to an agreed standard. Review and act on laboratory results and clinical communication from Hospitals and other providers. Be able to justify choice of medication, and support patients in the use of their prescribed medication (within own scope of practice). Be able to understand the impact of comorbidities, other medications and poly-pharmacy. Conduct home visits and Care Home visits (following adequate training). Assist the practices in achieving their clinical targets and objectives in QOF, Local enhanced services etc. This job description is intended as a guide to the duties and responsibilities of the post and should not be regarded as a complete list of those required to be fulfilled.The post holder will have the opportunity to develop the role and participate in initial and ongoing discussions with their line manager as to the development of the team.

A Vacancy at Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.


Are you looking for an exciting new role in a high performing and supportive team? Perhaps you are ready for your next challenge? We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Nurse or Paramedic to join the East Berkshire Urgent Community Response and Virtual Ward Team.

The role who will provide advanced clinical assessment skills to patients in their own home and in a care home, who require an urgent response to prevent unnecessary admission to hospital.

The post holder will be a key member of our multidisciplinary teams including a Consultant Geriatrician, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, Registered General Nurses, Healthcare Assistants and Therapists to provide an urgent community response service to patients who are experiencing a health crisis with the aim to support and provide virtual ongoing management to them in their own homes (including care homes) rather than being admitted to hospital.

You will be a team player and work collaboratively with staff from all disciplines whilst maintaining high professional standards. You will ensure good communication, and effective processes and procedures are maintained across the service.

The post holder will work 37.5hrs per week, 7 days a week, between the hours of 8am – 8pm, which will include weekends.

The role is based at St Marks Hospital, Maidenhead and staff parking is available on site
• To practice at an advanced level of nursing, working as an autonomous To practice at an advanced level of nursing, working as an autonomous practitioner within the multidisciplinary team including admitting to and discharging patients from the Urgent Community Response Service in collaboration with the Community Geriatrician and GP.
• As an experienced nurse practitioner, you will take responsibility for the clinical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and management of complex patients considering local and national guidelines.
• The postholder is expected to liaise effectively and professionally with all levels of staff, external organisations and the public, dealing with confidential information in an appropriate manner
• To provide leadership and line management to the Band 6 nurses and the Band 4 multi-therapy assistants.
• Ensure accurate, contemporaneous documentation and care plans are maintained accordance with the NMC, information governance and local / national guidance.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and develop nursing and care delivery policies, identifying how policy will impact on practice and service delivery.
• Work flexibly in response to service need

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 are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer.We 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
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
• Free parking across Trust sites

The “must haves” for you to be considered for this role: 
• Registered General Nurse or Paramedic
• Advanced History taking and physical assessment or working towards it
• Non-medical prescriber or working towards it
• Experience working in the acute or community setting
• Able to work autonomously, with the ability to work under pressure, with excellent organisational, communication and time management skills to prioritise work

If you’re someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and let’s be outstanding together.

We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please don’t hesitate to call: either Rebecca Arcari (Wokingham UCR/VW Service Lead) on 07768 711959 or Kam Purewall who’ll 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 Thursday 4 Jan 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

The must haves for you to be considered for this role: Registered General Nurse or Paramedic Advanced History taking and physical assessment or working towards it Non-medical prescriber or working towards it Experience working in the acute or community setting Able to work autonomously, with the ability to work under pressure, with excellent organisational, communication and time management skills to prioritise work If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: either Rebecca Arcari (Wokingham UCR/VW Service Lead) on 07768 711959 or Kam Purewall wholl 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.

Responsible for the management of respiratory and or Diabetes. This will include actively helping to manage patients, QOF reviews, FeNo, Spirometry. Alongside general practice nurse room duties.

Service Delivery 1.To lead the Virtual ward when on shift, acting as a role model and provide support and advice to junior staff on the delivery of care including symptom management 2.To offer timely and individual care based on need, using referral criteria, regular patient assessment, re-assessment and discharge criteria as appropriate 3.To communicate fully and effectively with patients, their families and professional colleagues to ensure a safe and needs led care pathway 4.To work as a member of the multi-disciplinary team and promote multi-disciplinary working at all times. To attend MDT meetings as required 5.To maintain accurate healthcare records, written and computer based, in line with Thames Hospice organisational policy and professional requirements 6.To develop communication links with external care agencies, GPs and community teams and senior clinical staff within acute trusts to facilitate best working practice and service provision 7.To participate in training, development and mentorship of staff, student nurses and external stakeholders as required 8.In conjunction with the Practice Educator, develop and monitor competencies for Registered Nurses, by regularly working with them as part of a shift 9.To rota staff on virtual ward and ensure all patients have safe and adequate oversight, delivering a high standard of care. 10.To visit each patient daily and add in care or refer accordingly. 11.To maximise on bed occupancy (5 patients at home) 12.To work with Head of Thames care @ home and Coordinators on the packages of care necessary. 13.To participate in audits of the service, and identify if improvements and/or changes are needed to enhance patient care and experience 14.Ensure compliance with Health and Safety procedures and to report accidents, incidents and complaints in area of responsibility as per procedure, participating in investigations as required 15.To ensure staff understand and work to the processes for role boundaries and patient confidentiality 16.To work with the Consultant / specialty doctor to provide and meet all care required. 17.Responsible for the administration of prescribed medicines for symptom management as per authorisation and Palliative Care Guidelines People Management 18.To ensure all staff feel supported, cared for and able to deliver excellent care to our patients 19.Lead and line manage a named group of IPU staff in line with Thames Hospice policies and procedures 20.To ensure that all staff under direct line management receive high quality and regular supervision and annual appraisals 21.To assist the Head of Clinical Services with the recruitment, engagement and retention of staff, including participating in team meetings and other team events 22.Youll support the physical and mental health of those that you line manage during their careers.

A leading Berkshire charity is now looking for a Registered Nurse (RN Adult) to join the team in delivering kind, compassionate and fully holistic care to local people with life-limiting illnesses such as late-stage cancers, organ failure, and degenerative conditions, as well as practical and emotional wellbeing support to carers and loved ones.

The charity provides a full range of adult palliative and end-of-life services both at their state-of-the-art, “Outstanding”-rated Maidenhead site and within patients’ own homes. With their specialist inpatient, day therapy, bereavement support and new Virtual Ward services, the charity is able to provide safe, agile, and comprehensive care wherever it is needed.

In this role, you will join the MDT in providing hospice-at-home / Virtual Ward wraparound services, enabling more people to receive the flexible care they need with the comfort of home rather than requiring a formal inpatient admission. You will have a high degree of autonomy and variety in this role as you visit patients directly, supporting a round-the-clock clinical service that safely and effectively manages symptoms, preserves dignity, and optimises quality of life.

Previous palliative care experience is not essential as an excellent induction and training programme will help you to develop your clinical skills in this specialism. Newly-qualified Registered Nurses are very welcome to join as part of the Preceptorship Programme.

This is a permanent position for a Registered Nurse; full-time and part-time contracts up to 37.5h can be considered. As it is community-based, you will need access to personal transportation for this role.

Person specification:

• (Essential) Registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse (RN Adult)
• (Essential) Clean UK driving licence and access to personal vehicle
• (Desirable) Previous experience within a palliative care environment

Benefits and enhancements include:

• High autonomy alongside dedicated clinical support network
• Pay enhancements for Saturdays (x1.33) and Sundays/Bank Holidays (x1.66)
• 27 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme or continuation of NHS pension (subject to eligibility)
• Excellent learning and development programme
• Occupational sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card employee discount scheme
• Enhanced and shared parental pay policies
• And more

A leading Berkshire charity is now looking for an experienced Registered Nurse (RN Adult) to join the team in delivering kind, compassionate and fully holistic care to local people with life-limiting illnesses such as late-stage cancers, organ failure, and degenerative conditions, as well as practical and emotional wellbeing support to carers and loved ones.

The charity provides a full range of adult palliative and end-of-life services both at their state-of-the-art, “Outstanding”-rated Maidenhead site and within patients’ own homes. With their specialist inpatient, day therapy, bereavement support and new Virtual Ward services, the charity is able to provide safe, agile, and comprehensive care wherever it is needed.

In this role, you will be a senior member of the hospice-at-home MDT, enabling patients to stay within their preferred place of care for as much time as possible through the Virtual Ward service. Working with a high degree of autonomy, you will support the planning and delivery of a service that responds quickly to evolving pain relief and symptom management needs, providing clinical and wellbeing advice as needed and acting as an advocate/liaison to maintain as high a quality of life as possible for each person in your care.

Previous community experience is not essential as an excellent induction and training programme will help you to develop your clinical skills in this area, however it would be beneficial for you to have an existing knowledge of nursing for palliative and EOL conditions.

This is a permanent position for a Senior Community Nurse; full-time and part-time contracts up to 37.5h can be considered. As it is community-based, you will need access to personal transportation for this role.

Person specification:

• (Essential) Registration with the NMC as a Registered Nurse (RN Adult)
• (Essential) Clean UK driving licence and access to personal vehicle
• (Essential) Evidence of broad nursing experience
• (Essential) Knowledge and understanding of palliative care principles
• (Desirable) Previous experience within a community and/or dedicated palliative care environment

Benefits and enhancements include:

• High autonomy alongside dedicated clinical support network
• Pay enhancements for night shifts and Saturdays (x1.33), Sundays and Bank Holidays (x1.66)
• 27 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme or continuation of NHS pension (subject to eligibility)
• Excellent learning and development programme
• Occupational sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card employee discount scheme
• Enhanced and shared parental pay policies
• And more

Benefits and enhancements include:

• High autonomy alongside dedicated clinical support network
• Pay enhancements for Saturdays (x1.33) and Sundays/Bank Holidays (x1.66)
• 27 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme or continuation of NHS pension (subject to eligibility)
• Excellent learning and development programme
• Occupational sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card employee discount scheme
• Enhanced and shared parental pay policies
• And more

A leading Berkshire charity is now looking for a Registered Nurse (RN Adult) or Paramedic experienced in Palliative Care to join the team as a Clinical Specialist, leading the team in delivering comprehensive community response / Virtual Ward services to local people with life-limiting illnesses such as late-stage cancers, organ failure, and degenerative conditions.

The charity provides a full range of adult palliative and end-of-life services both at their state-of-the-art, “Outstanding”-rated Maidenhead site and within patients’ own homes. With their specialist inpatient, day therapy, bereavement support and new Virtual Ward services, the charity is able to provide safe, agile, and fully holistic care wherever it is needed.

The Virtual Ward service was set up in late 2022 as a means of enabling patients with complex symptom and psychosocial needs to continue receiving specialist care in their preferred place, allowing them to remain in familiar surroundings for an improved quality of life.

As a Clinical Specialist Practitioner, you will provide the day-to-day leadership of this service, managing a highly-skilled MDT with consultant-led oversight. You will also conduct the assessment and triage of new referrals, plan advanced interventions, and act as an expert source of clinical knowledge and advice for patients, their loved ones and fellow healthcare professionals, all so that the service can remain as responsive and person-centred as possible.

An excellent learning & development team will support you to further develop your skills within this specialism, and you will be able to participate in internal and external educational activities for junior team members, patients/carers, and other groups as well.

This is a permanent, full-time (37.5h) position for a Clinical Specialist Practitioner (Nurse or Paramedic). You will need access to personal transport in this role due to travel requirements.

Person specification:

• (Essential) NMC registration as a Registered Nurse (RN Adult) / HCPC registration as a Paramedic
• (Essential) Clean UK driving licence and access to personal vehicle
• (Essential) Evidence of broad clinical experience to include palliative care
• (Essential) Experience as a Clinical Nurse Specialist / Specialist Paramedic Practitioner / equivalent
• (Desirable) End-of-Life Care qualification
• (Desirable) Non-medical prescribing qualification

Benefits and enhancements include:

• High autonomy alongside dedicated clinical support network
• Pay enhancements for nights and Saturdays (x1.33), Sundays and Bank Holidays (x1.66)
• Free on-site parking at the main hospice site
• 27 days’ annual leave + bank holidays
• Contributory pension scheme or continuation of NHS pension (subject to eligibility)
• Excellent learning and development programme
• Occupational sick pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Blue Light Card employee discount scheme
• Enhanced and shared parental pay policies
• And more

To ensure that the Hospice at Home team delivers an excellent standard of care to patients and their families To be aware of own accountability and limitations and take responsibility for caseload/time management with the support of the Clinical Specialists To work autonomously to deliver individualised care based on need, using assessment and reassessment of nursing and symptom control needs as appropriate To provide psychological support to patients and their families/carers To communicate fully and effectively with patients, families and professional colleagues To identify and appropriately manage barriers to effective communication, acting as patients advocate if needed To work collaboratively with the wider Multidisciplinary Team (MDT), GPs, District Nurses and clinical staff within the Acute Trusts, to ensure a co-ordinated and defined management plan for each patient; to include review and discharge as appropriate To perform VOED (training will be provided) and last offices if required To participate in training of Student Nurses, Health Care Assistants and Paramedic students To maintain accurate healthcare records in line with Thames Hospice organisational policy and own professional accountability To develop and maintain effective partnership working with the Inpatient Services Medical and Nursing Teams To achieve service specific targets To participate in audits of the service to identify if working practices and changes have enabled an improved patient/carer experience To report accidents, incidents and complaints as per procedure and policy, participating in investigations if required To understand and comply with processes for lone working, role boundaries and patient confidentiality To maintain personal and professional development including attendance at Thames Hospice mandatory training To assume responsibility for own revalidation requirements

The must haves for this role: Qualified and registered to practice Enjoy working with Older adults Relevant experience working in similar field/community Excellent communication and engagement skill If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Elizabeth Ferguson, Highly Specialist Speech & Language Therapist on 0118 960 5959 or email: elizabeth.ferguson@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl 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.

The must haves for this role: Degree in Occupational Therapy along with HCPC registration A passion for working in a rehabilitation or intermediate care setting Car driver & possess full drivers license to be able to drive in the UK. Ability to participate in a 6-day rota. If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, join us and lets be outstanding together. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to call: Francesca Turner on 01189 044 727or email: Francesca.turner@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl 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.