Total 2,780 job vacancies in lakeview lodge 2 elba gate milton keynes mk3 5qu

Holds Trust wide responsibility for leading and co-ordinating effective arrangements for safeguarding adults. Contributing to the development of strategic plans that place patient care at the heart of the service. Support and advise colleagues as part of own clinical role, whilst being clear about others personal, clinical, and professional accountability. Works in a proactive multidisciplinary way flexibly supporting colleagues and taking on the appropriate share of joint responsibilities and workload. Please refer to attached Job description for further information. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

The postholder will maintain own clinical skills and competencies and have excellent communication skills. The postholder will work within the NMC Code of professional standards and behaviour, and Trust guidelines and procedures. The postholder will work within the multi professional team and will be responsible for the delivery of safe, effective and evidence-based care midwifery care for service users attending the Milton Keynes University Hospital. The postholder will be responsible for the assessment, planning and implementation of evaluation of midwifery care needs of the individual in hospital and community setting depending on allocation to the in-patient area of continuity of care teams The postholder will provide accurate, unbiased, non-judgemental evidence-based information to both the multi professional team and service users. To provide professional, high quality co- ordinated patient care to children & their families, aiming to improve the management of their respiratory condition, within agreed protocols and allocated resources. To holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of patients within their sphere of responsibility Please refer to attached Job description for further information. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity, and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once enough applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust,all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Project Management & EngagementCommunicates multi-stranded project, design, financial, contractual information to Board, senior managers, and external and internal contractors, ensuring all parties are working towards a common goal. Someone who has excellent communication and relationship skills, you will be expected to manage highly complex information about the building environment and clinical utilisation of a space. Some of this communication may be of sensitive or contentious information where agreement or co-operation is required. Will be able to find consensus of agreement between key stakeholder groups without losing the long-term purpose and flexibility of the estates. Leadership & People ManagementWill be a requirement to line manage team members and their HR need. Will be expected to manage and lead external team members within the context of the project. Operate specialised computer software to develop or create reports, documents, drawings. Being able to use CAD software to develop scheme drawings using CAD is a key tool for the management of the project. An ability to manage an interpret data spreadsheets would be of benefit and an ability to read or use project planning software. Understand the transformational opportunities for the services which the capital project will accommodate. Ensure we are part of a multidisciplinary team that can explore opportunities to develop the models of care, workforce, and digital approach for each development. Understanding the benefits and impact of any change is essential to ensure that the change is to the benefit of the patient and organisation. Maintain up to date knowledge of current research and development in the delivery of complex capital schemes. Undertake regular surveys and audits as part of project work. Please refer to the job description for further details.

To be responsible for the provision of paramedical services, working as part of the practices multidisciplinary team, delivering care within their scope of practice to the entitled patient population. The paramedic practitioner will be required to work autonomously in the practice and in the community (home visits). To oversea the triage board on a day to day basis to provide patients access to a clinician for on the day advice. Oversea our housebound patients by visiting at their request but also completing any essential care checks with them. Liasie with both external sources to provide help and support to patients and also work with the staff within our network and practice. as part of an multidisciplinary team. Work alongside our clinicians to provide on the day care and support our clinicians with regular reviews, assessments and referrals. To attend meetings as part of a multi disciplinary team and palliative team to offer shared care. Provide a range of services to include assessments, diagnosis, treatment, telephone triage, and referring patients appropriately as well as supporting the management team in the reviewing of clinical policy and procedure.

Management of one or more Estates / Minor New works / Capital projects including refurbishments, redevelopments, and new builds in accordance with the Trusts project management processes and policies. Preparation of a detailed project plans to ensure successful completion of each stage of the project. Responsible for the effective supervision and management of the contract, including change and performance management and for the successful delivery of the project within a live hospital environment. Ensuring that each stage of the project is managed within the agreed budget and program and to the required quality standards. Responsible for management of the projects on a day-to-day basis, ensuring compliance with appropriate legislation, statutory approvals, mandatory standards (HTMs and HBNs) and with Trust values, policies, and procedures. Ensuring that all aspects of the projects are managed based on best practice, promoting sustainability, and working towards enhancing patient care and experience. Act as Client representative and main Trust point of contact on all appointed schemes. Responsible for ensuring the correct surveys are carried out, for example structural and asbestos surveys. To act as the Trusts Appointed / Responsible person for various disciplines as requested. To be responsible for overseeing the Estates Minor New Works requests being processed and delivered which will include projects to a nominal value (currently £5k), which may include third party projects when requested. To manage the delegated budget for Minor New Works To manage the project budgets for assigned Capital Funded schemes. To indirectly line-manage the Estates Administrator assigned to operate the Minor New Works database, limited to the Minor New Works process. To maintain effective channels of communication within the department between Management, staff and other hospital departments. To work with Health & Safety Executive, Environmental Health Officers, Local and County Councils and Environment Agency. To maintain and produce necessary data bases for Estates records. To liaise with the Estates Office and other Facilities staff to ensure effective use of resources. To undertake and act as lead for formal investigations and disciplinary hearings as required by the Estates Services Manager, some of which will be of a sensitive and confidential nature and may cause elevated levels of stress. Please refer to the job description for further details.

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please do not hesitate to get in contact with us.

Residential Team Leader - £13.58 per hour
Shaw healthcare are delighted to announce that we are a Real Living Wage Employer as well as the UK’s largest employee owned healthcare company. In our recognition of your contribution to the care that our service users need, we are committed to making sure your salary is significantly more than the Government National Minimum Wage. Our employees are at the centre of everything we do……
Are you a Friendly, Compassionate and Caring person who is looking for a career where you feel valued and where you are rewarded for the work that you do? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Do you enjoy seeing people get the most out of every day and achieve what they want in life? This is what a Career in Shaw healthcare is all about. We look to provide as much flexible working as possible to secure your work/life balance.
Shaw healthcare is looking for a Residential Team Leader to join the team at Sycamore Lodge. You will join a team that is fully committed to making a difference to the lives of those who we provide care for. Our aim is to deliver the highest standard of care to our service users and to provide the same standard of care that we would expect our own family members to receive. You will be using the latest care technology that will enable you to spend more time with the service users that you care for. Sycamore Lodge has an excellent reputation as highly valued provider of care. The needs of our service users are at the centre of all we do every single day.
As a Team leader, you’ll have previous experience working with older people in residential care. You will need to be flexible, patient, caring, organised and great with people. You will have strong communication skills both verbally and in writing and also will have completed or working towards your QCF 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent).
It will be your responsibility to build strong relationships with all those around you, making sure family and friends feel welcomed, that health care professionals are kept well-informed, and that you’re keeping your Line Manager up to speed with residents’ needs and progress. A team player, you can follow guidelines and policies easily, and will have good written skills, as you will need to write up care plans.
We will provide you with full training. This includes our leadership programme which can support your development and opportunities for progression within Shaw. You will also enjoy access to a huge variety of benefits and services to support your physical and psychological well-being and throughout your career we will invest in you and you will enjoy additional support and benefits including:
Benefits

Excellent Career Opportunities
Care Qualifications
Social Care Wales and Scottish Social Services Council fees reimbursed
76% Employee Owned - our employees have received over £1850 each in tax free bonuses to date!
Refer a Friend bonus scheme (earn up to £1000 for each referral by you)
Paid annual leave 28 days per year (based on hours) inclusive of bank holidays
Company Sick Pay
Enhanced payrates for bank holidays
Free Uniform
Discounted Homemade Meals while on Shift
GP online - providing around the clock GP consultation via an interactive app
Pension scheme
Colleague discounts – Access to over 1600 high street discounts including carefully selected discount partners.
Holiday discounts
Death in service payment *subject to criteria
Outstanding recognition schemes such as Shaw Star Awards and Long Service Awards
Online benefits and cashback rewards
Our support to your Wellbeing includes free of charge access to an independent and confidential Employee Assistance Programme. This gives Colleagues and their family access to 24/7 365 support for a whole range of issues including physical, mental and financial issues

Salary: £13.58 per hour
Working Hours: Full time available - nights - 36 hour contract.
APPLY TODAY! Be one of the special people that make a difference!

Registered Care Home Manager - Required for Castor Lodge Care Home located in the village of Castor near Peterborough PE5 7BD - Part of the Country Court Family
Salary: £70,000 + Bonus (up to 10% per annum) & excellent benefits Are you an experienced registered care home manager who has a passion for high quality care?
Castor Lodge located in the village of Castor near Peterborough provides a warm welcome as soon as you set foot through the door. The home has been designed for residents living with dementia in mind and incorporates themed areas to facilitate meaningful activities for residents including its own pub, hairdressing salon and nail spa, corner shop and café bistro not to mention the beautiful outdoor spaces, for relaxation
Country Court Care are one the fastest growing Award Winning, 5* care providers and we are passionate about providing the very best care to our residents. We are proud to be a family run business that has grown over the years to a family of over 2,800 employees and 40+ nursing and residential care homes. Our philosophy is ‘our residents and their families are at the heart of everything we do’.
The Registered Care Home Manager Role:
Our Registered Home Manager role is like no other… Its challenging and busy but also amazingly rewarding!
As a Registered Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the very best person-centred care service is provided to our residents whilst promoting their interests and understanding their needs.

Effectively manage your staff, providing information, guidance and on-going supervision and support, recruiting new staff and continually develop and encourage your team.
Working with your Area Manager you will continually ensure that Country Court’s business objectives and the CQC compliance criteria are met, by cultivating good working relationships with all your stakeholders and actively work in a Collaborative way to ensure our service and care levels are outstanding.
You will have full commercial control and work closely with the Customer Relations Team to ensure that optimum occupancy is maintained in your home by creative marketing strategies ensuring cost control over fees and staffing.
Using various systems you will be submitting regular management Information reporting on all aspects of the homes, from occupancy levels, fees, budget controls and staffing.
You will also be working closely with the Hospitality and Maintenance teams to ensure the best standards in the homes environment, including food presentation standards, housekeeping standards and the care and maintenance of residents' clothing and building.

About You:
As well as sharing our values of passion, compassion, and caring nature you will also have the following:

Be no stranger to a busy, challenging Care Home Management role with at least 3 years’ experience as a Registered Care Home Manager with CQC
Experience and knowledge of working in dementia care
Have a proven track record in management and delivery of high-quality care within a residential setting and financial management planning.
Proven experience of managing a care team, encouraging, leading and motivating others.
Strong understanding of safeguarding, compliance and care inspectorate.
Passionate, driven, confident and resilient Leader
Have excellent communication skills with a natural ability to lead, motivate and inspire your team

And in return you’ll get!
You will be joining a family business and working alongside a real team-spirited group of people. You will also benefit from our generous range of benefits which include:

30 days holiday (FTE) (including bank holidays) with the ability to increase up to 35 days per year based on service, increasing each year
Exciting opportunities for career progression (and we have lots of staff who can tell you about their progression!)
Supportive and bespoke Induction Training Programmes, ongoing training and development and nationally recognised qualifications
Annual Company and Personal Performance based Bonus Scheme*
Pension contributions
Paid for DBS Check
An excellent range of discounts for restaurants, shops, cinemas, days out and more!
Annual Staff Awards Programme across all our Homes celebrating our great staff

Apply Now: If you have the unique qualities and share the values required for this exciting role and want to work with an organisation that provides the type of care you’d expect for your loved ones.

Join Our Team: Assistant Production Manager

Position: Assistant Manager

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £20 per hour

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We are looking for a highly motivated Assistant Production Manager to join an amazing team. Our client has ramped up their manufacturing activities at their brand new MK facility and are looking for individuals who aren't afraid to think outside the box and hold themselves accountable. If you're excited about setting ambitious targets and believe that extraordinary results come from innovative thinking and strong teamwork, then you'll be a perfect fit! Temp2Perm opportunities are also available after the successful completion of a probation period.

Why Choose Job&Talent:

• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits
• Professional stability

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary and Bonus (if applicable)
• 28 Holidays, Weekly Pay, Pension Scheme, Mortgage References

Requirements:

• This role is best suited to someone with experience leading teams in automated production, health and safety management (NEBOSH preferred), and knowledge of food safety regulations. Strong leadership, proficiency in production management software, and a background in continuous improvement methodologies are essential.
• Be willing to get hands-on with the development, training & implementation of new operating procedures and you'll be able to work in a fast-paced environment!
• If you're excited about setting ambitious targets and believe that extraordinary results come from innovative thinking and strong teamwork, you'll be a perfect fit for our client's team

Responsibilities:

As a Assistant Production Manager you will:

• Be assisting the Production Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring efficiency, maintaining product quality & hygiene standards and driving continuous improvement in all production processes.
• Train and manage a team responsible for the weighing and blending of our recipes and packaging them on multiple automated production lines. Supported by tech systems to ensure full traceability throughout each process, you'll work closely with our Warehouse, Technical and Engineering teams to make sure we're always operating smoothly and will always be searching for ways we can improve our performance.

How to Apply:

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Join Our Team: Production Supervisor

Position: Production Supervisor

Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: £20 per hour

Apply Now!

We are looking for a highly motivated Assistant Production Manager to join an amazing team. Our client has ramped up their manufacturing activities at their brand new MK facility and are looking for individuals who aren't afraid to think outside the box and hold themselves accountable. If you're excited about setting ambitious targets and believe that extraordinary results come from innovative thinking and strong teamwork, then you'll be a perfect fit! Temp2Perm opportunities are also available after the successful completion of a probation period.

Why Choose Job&Talent:

• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits
• Professional stability

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary and Bonus (if applicable)
• 28 Holidays, Weekly Pay, Pension Scheme, Mortgage References

Requirements:

• This role is best suited to someone with experience leading teams in automated production, health and safety management (NEBOSH preferred), and knowledge of food safety regulations. Strong leadership, proficiency in production management software, and a background in continuous improvement methodologies are essential.
• Be willing to get hands-on with the development, training & implementation of new operating procedures and you'll be able to work in a fast-paced environment!
• If you're excited about setting ambitious targets and believe that extraordinary results come from innovative thinking and strong teamwork, you'll be a perfect fit for our client's team

Responsibilities:

As a Production Supervisor you will:

• Be assisting the Production Manager in overseeing daily operations, ensuring efficiency, maintaining product quality & hygiene standards and driving continuous improvement in all production processes.
• Train and manage a team responsible for the weighing and blending of our recipes and packaging them on multiple automated production lines. Supported by tech systems to ensure full traceability throughout each process, you'll work closely with our Warehouse, Technical and Engineering teams to make sure we're always operating smoothly and will always be searching for ways we can improve our performance.

How to Apply:

Click "Apply Now," and our team will contact you shortly. Join Job&Talent for a journey of growth and success!

If you are looking to contact our onsite team, please visit the site locator on our website.

Job&Talent do NOT charge any fees for our services.

Job&Talent acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

Job Title: Training Consultant - Customer Operations Compliance
Location: Milton Keynes
Contract: Start ASAP - Mid 2025
Pay Rate: £21.65 per hour

Are you passionate about delivering imperatively training and ensuring high standards in customer service? We're seeking a Training Consultant to join our Customer Operations team. This role focuses on designing and delivering compliance-focused, customer-centric training, creating interactive experiences to build technical, process, and soft skills for colleagues across the department. You'll play a vital role in maintaining consistent training standards, not only within the team but also with our Outsource Partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver high-quality, regulatory training materials to support compliance and efficiency in customer services.
• Communicate updates in systems, processes, and procedures to ensure all teams are informed and prepared.
• Partner with Outsource Partners (OSP) during high-recruitment periods to ensure a unified, consistent training output.
• Manage accreditation activities across Customer Operations and with all Outsource Partners to maintain approved standards in customer interactions.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Demonstrable experience in designing and delivering training to large teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, particularly with Legal and Compliance teams.
• Preferred Qualifications: TAPi or CIPD qualification (or equivalent experience).
• Relevant experience in Financial Services, Automotive, or B2C sectors is desirable.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools
• Education: A-Level or equivalent qualifications, with a preference for a degree-level education, especially in Maths and English.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact by enhancing the training standards of a leading organisation. If you're ready to elevate our team's expertise and customer service, apply now by calling Alison 01733968453 or email

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

ASEPTIC SERVICES MANAGER
Band 7
Hours: 37.5 per week

The pharmacy at Milton Keynes University Hospital needs to recruit an enthusiastic and dedicated individual, focused on providing the best possible patient care and experience. You would work as an
integral part of our team to help us deliver our departmental service to a high standard.

We are looking to recruit a Pharmacist at the start of their career in aseptic services, or an experienced Technician, to the role of Aseptic Services Manager. If the appointed individual is a Pharmacist, they will deputise for the Accountable Pharmacist. A new purpose built Aseptic unit
opened in March 2020, this is co-located within the Cancer Centre building.

A new radiotherapy centre is also being constructed with an anticipated opening date in winter 2024. The main pharmacy department has also undergone a major refurbishment project and installed a new
dispensing robot.

For further information regarding this post please contact Amit Mistry, Quality Assurance Lead on 01908 995709 email Amit.Mistry@mkuh.nhs.uk or Stephen Thomas, Accountable Pharmacist on 01908 995713 email Stephen.Thomas@mkuh.nhs.uk

Interview date: 13th December 2024



We are a department of over 100 staff providing pharmacy services through team-working and prioritising the needs of those we serve. You should be a registered pharmacist or pharmacy technician who is looking to develop their skills further within the pharmacy team; based in the
Aseptic Unit you will provide an excellent service to the trust ensuring prompt and efficient production and supply of medicines. Duties may include:
 Overseeing the running of the aseptic unit on a daily basis.
 Contribute to the management of the quality system operated within the aseptic unit.

 Assisting in stock control and financial management of budgets.
 Depending on status, participation in preparation of cytotoxic drugs and release of prepared items.

Recording, collating and assessing environmental and performance data, witing and presenting reports to senior management.
• To support the Pharmacy team in delivering a consistently high quality Aseptic Pharmacy service.


• To promote and support the efficient and cost effective use of medicines.


• To comply with pharmacy procedures, clinical governance, quality assurance and risk management.


• Operationally manage the aseptic services unit on a daily basis, working closely with the Accountable Pharmacist and Quality Assurance Lead to ensure quality services are delivered in a timely fashion.

· Line manage staff assigned to you, and contribute to the training of staff and assessment of competence.





82% always know their responsibilities and priorities and feel trusted to perform their duties.(NHS Staff Survey 2023).

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Trust Responsibilities

· To lead the operational management of the aseptic dispensing activities to ensure the safe and efficient supply of pharmaceutical products for patients and to support staff in the effective management of medicines.

· To be responsible for the training of healthcare professionals on aseptic dispensing practices and other systems for managing the supply of aseptically prepared medicines to patients as required for the efficient and effective running of the hospital’s services.

· To review the service in light of demand and escalate concerns regarding safety of the unit

· To work closely with the Accountable Pharmacist in managing the unit

· To contribute to the Trusts compliance with the Medicines Management standards, Clinical Governance, Quality Assurance and Risk management.



Professional Responsibilities

General

· Support, lead and develop staff through personal and professional interaction as a positive, effective and credible role model.

· As a specialist practitioner to identify, write and approve policies and procedures to ensure that legal and ethical requirements dispensing and supply are fulfilled.

· Take responsibility for the organisational management of service improvement projects or initiatives for the service, development of project plans, and delivery of aims and objectives of each individual project.

· Retain professional competence and credibility through continuous practice and education, providing expert advice where required, internal and external customers of the Trust.



Education & Training

· To ensure new staff receive a full induction, and those in training positions have the necessary training provided to ensure they achieve the competencies required for the qualification for which they are studying.

· To identify training needs of managed staff so they are able to undertake their required roles.

· To evaluate the training provided.

· To identify own training needs.

· To maintain a portfolio of practice to fulfil the mandatory continuing professional development requirement of The General Pharmaceutical Council.



Research and Audit

· To collect data for internal audits of dispensing, supply and procurement to provide good quality assurance.

· To liaise on pharmaceutical aspects of oncology clinical trials with the lead pharmacist for clinical trials and to ensure the safe and appropriate storage of trial drugs.

· To guide and support others undertaking research.



Please refer to the job description for further details.






This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

Lead Nurse for Safeguarding Adults


Department:Safeguarding Team


Band:8A £53,755 - £60,504 Per annum, pro rata


Hours: Full time, 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working


We are looking for a highly motivated, experienced Nurse/Registered Professional to work closely with the Head of Safeguarding to ensure the Trust meets it statutory responsibilities.


The successful applicant will provide leadership on Milton Keynes Think family Safeguarding strategy and workplan, promoting the safety and welfare of adults at risk and contribute to the development of safeguarding policies, procedures and guidance.


In addition to policy development and training, the successful applicant will oversee the management of safeguarding cases, working closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and effective interventions. This involves coordinating with external agencies, such as social services and law enforcement, to provide comprehensive support to at-risk adults. The role will require strong analytical skills to assess safeguarding concerns and make informed decisions, as well as excellent communication skills to advocate for the needs of vulnerable individuals. By leading on safeguarding initiatives, the successful applicant will play a key role in promoting a safe and supportive environment for all patients within the Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.


Interview date:09 December 2024


The successful applicant will

• Provide expert advice, supervision and support on safeguarding adult matters working together with key professionals and partner agencies.
• Actively contribute towards the quality and assurance of agenda including training, audits and the collection and analysis of relevant data.
• Lead and have line management responsibility for Specialist Safeguarding Nurses/Practitioners.

This is a key senior named professional role that holds Trust wide responsibility for leading and co-ordinating effective arrangements for safeguarding adults including holding the role of Designated Adult Safeguarding Manager.

NHS Staff Survey:MKUH has scored above average in all elements of the People Promise sector.


You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours.  At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:

• Free on-site parking

• Free tea and coffee

• Great flexible working opportunities

• Discounted gym membership

• Lease car scheme

• Generous annual leave and pension scheme

• On site nursery (chargeable)

• Extensive staff health and well-being programme


Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.


Holds Trust wide responsibility for leading and co-ordinating effective arrangements for safeguarding adults.

Contributing to the development of strategic plans that place patient care at the heart of the service.

Support and advise colleagues as part of own clinical role, whilst being clear about others’ personal, clinical, and professional accountability.

Works in a proactive multidisciplinary way flexibly supporting colleagues and taking on the appropriate share of joint responsibilities and workload.



Please refer to attached Job description for further information.


We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouragingdiversity,and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.


MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.  


We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date onceenoughapplications have been received.


MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.


By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system.  Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS.   This isin accordance withthe streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.


Uponcommencingemploymentwith theTrust, allemployees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions)aresubjectto aprobationary periodlastingaperiod of sixmonthswithanoptiontoextendfor afurther sixmonths toatotalof 12months.



This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

A Vacancy at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.


Estates Projects Officer - Decarbonisation Program

Estates Department

Band 7 - full time

Hours: 37.5 per week

Temporary Contract till 31/03/2027

The Estates Department is seeking an experienced Estates Projects Officer to support the Trust’s major decarbonisation initiative, which aims to transition approximately 70% of the estate to a District Heat Network as its primary source of heating and hot water. This project has received full business case approval and secured grant funding.

This position presents an excellent opportunity for an experienced and driven individual who is passionate about decarbonisation to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational and communication skills, along with the ability to take initiative. A mechanical background with experience of healthcare heating plant would be advantageous, along with a track record of managing projects in a live operational healthcare environment.

Experience with similar decarbonisation projects in large estates, along with knowledge of the technologies and requirements for heat decarbonisation, is highly desirable. Interested candidates are encouraged to reach out for further discussion before applying; contact details are provided below.

While this role will primarily focus on the Decarbonisation Program, the Trust is involved in various Business As Usual (BAU) and Strategic Capital Projects, necessitating collaboration with other projects as needed.

Interview: Week commencing 02.12.24

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, monitoring and control of all aspects of the projects to which he/she is appointed including ensuring the successful delivery of the projects on time and to the specified cost, quality standards and performance.

To act as the Trust’s Appointed / Responsible person for asbestos, to lead on asbestos management providing specialist advice to the Estates and other departments across the trust , organsing and delivering training for in house staff and contractors , managing asbestos surveying consultants and asbestos removal contractors.

Working with the appropriate colleagues, the post holder shall ensure that the Trust’s Asbestos register (on Micad) is kept up-to-date format regarding any changes arising from asbestos surveys, removals or any other works management.

To act as the Trust’s Appointed / Responsible person for other disciplines as required.

To be trained and competent in Water Hygiene Legionella Control ACOP L8 / HTM 04.01.

The post holder will ensure, at all times, that a very high level of professional/ technical activity is maintained and scheme deliverance is achieved with due regard to public accountability.

The key focus of this role is to support the Estates team in ensuring the effective delivery of all aspects of Capital and Minor new works projects program across the trust.

We care We communicate We collaborate We contribute

MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.


• Management of one or more Estates / Minor New works / Capital projects including refurbishments, redevelopments, and new builds in accordance with the Trust’s project management processes and policies.
• Preparation of a detailed project plans to ensure successful completion of each stage of the project.
• Responsible for the effective supervision and management of the contract, including change and performance management and for the successful delivery of the project within a live hospital environment.
• Ensuring that each stage of the project is managed within the agreed budget and program and to the required quality standards.
• Responsible for management of the projects on a day-to-day basis, ensuring compliance with appropriate legislation, statutory approvals, mandatory standards (HTM’s and HBN’s) and with Trust values, policies, and procedures.
• Ensuring that all aspects of the projects are managed based on best practice, promoting sustainability, and working towards enhancing patient care and experience.
• Act as Client representative and main Trust point of contact on all appointed schemes.
• Responsible for ensuring the correct surveys are carried out, for example structural and asbestos surveys.
• To act as the Trust’s Appointed / Responsible person for various disciplines as requested.
• To be responsible for overseeing the Estates Minor New Works requests being processed and delivered which will include projects to a nominal value (currently £5k), which may include third party projects when requested.
• To manage the delegated budget for Minor New Works
• To manage the project budgets for assigned Capital Funded schemes.
• To indirectly line-manage the Estates Administrator assigned to operate the Minor New Works database, limited to the Minor New Works process.
• To maintain effective channels of communication within the department between Management, staff and other hospital departments.
• To work with Health & Safety Executive, Environmental Health Officers, Local and County Councils and Environment Agency.
• To maintain and produce necessary data bases for Estates records.
• To liaise with the Estates Office and other Facilities staff to ensure effective use of resources.
• To undertake and act as lead for formal investigations and disciplinary hearings as required by the Estates Services Manager, some of which will be of a sensitive and confidential nature and may cause elevated levels of stress.

Please refer to the job description for further details.


This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024

A Vacancy at Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.


Capital Projects Manager - Decarbonisation Program

Estates Department

Band 8b

Hours: 37.5 per week

Temporary Contract till 31/03/2027



The Estates Department is seeking an experienced Capital Projects Manager to oversee the Trust’s major decarbonisation initiative, which aims to transition approximately 70% of the estate to a District Heat Network as its primary source of heating and hot water. This project has received full business case approval and secured grant funding.



This position presents an excellent opportunity for a qualified and driven individual who is passionate about decarbonisation to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong organisational and communication skills, along with the ability to take initiative.



While this role will primarily focus on the Decarbonisation Program, the Trust is involved in various Business As Usual (BAU) and Strategic Capital Projects, necessitating collaboration with other projects as needed.



A background in healthcare planning at a senior level is essential, as is a proven history of successfully delivering capital programs, particularly those exceeding £1 million. Experience with similar decarbonisation projects in large estates, along with knowledge of the technologies and requirements for heat decarbonisation, is highly desirable. Familiarity with PSDS grant funding is also preferred.



Interview date: Week commencing 2nd December 2024.



Candidates should have relevant experience and hold a qualification in the Built Environment.

To be professionally accountable to the Associate Director of Estates.The role holder will be responsible for the design development and delivery of the approved Heat Decarbonisation project. In addition to support the Estates Department and liaise with the Strategic Capital Team in respect of other projects.

The role will be pragmatic and creative and will require ownership of a major capital project, address challenges and create solutions to ensure the successful delivery of that capital development.

The post holder will look to the future of healthcare, where digital innovation and transformative models of care are central elements to site development plans.

Will be the lead on the capital projects assigned to you. Will have a high degree of autonomy, but that you will understand the impact of decisions, risks, and project successes and when the organisation needs to be sighted on them.

Will be required to comply with Building and Health and Safety Regulations.





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Project Management & Engagement
Communicates multi-stranded project, design, financial, contractual information to Board, senior managers, and external and internal contractors, ensuring all parties are working towards a common goal.

Someone who has excellent communication and relationship skills, you will be expected to manage highly complex information about the building environment and clinical utilisation of a space. Some of this communication may be of sensitive or contentious information where agreement or co-operation is required.

Will be able to find consensus of agreement between key stakeholder groups without losing the long-term purpose and flexibility of the estates.

Leadership & People Management
Will be a requirement to line manage team members and their HR need.

Will be expected to manage and lead external team members within the context of the project.

Operate specialised computer software to develop or create reports, documents, drawings. Being able to use CAD software to develop scheme drawings using CAD is a key tool for the management of the project.

An ability to manage an interpret data spreadsheets would be of benefit and an ability to read or use project planning software.

Understand the transformational opportunities for the services which the capital project will accommodate.

Ensure we are part of a multidisciplinary team that can explore opportunities to develop the models of care, workforce, and digital approach for each development.

Understanding the benefits and impact of any change is essential to ensure that the change is to the benefit of the patient and organisation.

Maintain up to date knowledge of current research and development in the delivery of complex capital schemes.

Undertake regular surveys and audits as part of project work.

Please refer to the job description for further details.














This advert closes on Tuesday 26 Nov 2024