Total 5 job vacancies by Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

An exciting secondment has arisen for a District Nurse or Community Nursing Sister to support in the leadership of the Poole Central locality Community Nursing Team.

The team have a breadth of experience and a shared goal to offer the highest standard of care to our patients. We work closely with other health and social care professionals across primary and secondary care, as well as with patients, families and carers in their own home.

Your role will be to lead the team and case manage the provision of care within an individual's home or residential home, including palliative care and long term conditions management. You will work autonomously using your own initiative to deliver holistic care to adults with physical health needs.

You should possess excellent leadership abilities, interpersonal skills and time management skills. You should have experience in caseload management and be able to prioritise work. The role is diverse, challenging and extremely rewarding. The role is part time and will include working one weekend a month.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

To provide a high quality person centred approach to care delivery which always considers people’s safety, privacy and dignity.

To provide specialist care and interventions, assessments, treatments and managing patients on a caseload, as part of the wider multi-disciplinary care team.

To provide specialist advice to others regarding the management and care of patients / service users.

To devise specialist programmes of care for other professionals to deliver and ensure they are delivered appropriately.

To plan, implement and review health improvement programmes in a range of settings.

Provide supervision, mentorship, training and clinical support to students and trained practitioners.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.





At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.netto access the support.


This advert closes on Thursday 24 Oct 2024

Thispostisfora full-timeTrust Grade Doctor atCT1level. It is an excellent opportunity to experience working in psychiatry.

The post is suitable for any doctor who has completed foundation training, or equivalent – some experience in psychiatry will be helpful, but is not essential. The postholder will be given time for professional development and will be supported in planning the next steps in their career.

Thepostholder will be work in the Home Treatment Team (HTT) East, based at St Ann's Hospital, and on inpatient wards at St Ann's Hospital, depending on service needs. Their supervisor will be Dr Domenico Scala, a consultant in HTT East, and medical lead for acute inpatient services.

Working hours will be 9am-5pm on weekdays, excluding public holidays, with protected education time on Tuesday afternoons. The postholder will be expected to report exceptions to their working hours, to ensure that their flexible working arrangements do not result in breaches to their terms and conditions.

The post is available from now and will end on 4 Feb 2025.

Thepostholderwillwork in theHome Treatment Team East, based at St Ann's Hospital, and on inpatient wards at St Ann's Hospital,at a CT1 level.Thepostwilldemandflexibilityandautonomy,alongside clinicaland personalmaturity.

The postholder will work with multi-disciplinary teams, under the supervision ofconsultant psychiatrists.

The postholder will assist in the assessment of the mental and physical health of patients, their on-going management, and discharge arrangements. The work will involve liaison with colleagues in community teams, general hospitals and primary care, and completion of discharge summaries and other clinical correspondence.

The postholder will participate in junior doctor on-call rota.

The postholder will provide cross cover for annual, study and emergency sick leave with the core trainee on Haven Ward.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.


This advert closes on Thursday 19 Sep 2024

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a full time Specialist Mental Health Practitioner to work within Purbeck PCN. The successful applicant will work across Swanage Medical Centre, Corfe Castle Surgery, Bere Regis Surgery, Sandford Surgery, Wareham Surgery and Wellbridge Practice.

The role is funded through the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS). Successful candidates must be experienced mental health practitioners and have experience of working in a Primary Care and/or Community Mental Health Team setting.

These exciting roles are for those who are proactive and passionate about innovation and providing high-quality care to people who have been identified as in need of mental health support in a primary care setting. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career and skill set in a highly innovative and creative environment.

The practitioner will access and link with secondary mental health services and help provide a “bridge” between primary care and secondary mental health providers. The practitioners will be embedded as part of the Primary Care Network working across the practices which are part of the network. They will work alongside the multi-disciplinary team and be closely linked to the Community Mental Health Team and Steps to Wellbeing Service (STEPS). The Practitioner will provide triage, assessment, brief interventions and lead on development and implementation of specialist mental health training in the practice.

This new role will work collaboratively between Primary Care and Secondary Mental Health Services as part of an Integrated Model of Care.

The intention is to focus services on local communities and local GP practices to help rebuild and reconnect healthcare teams across the communities they serve. This practitioner role will provide targeted care according to the needs of the population by supporting the PCN clinical strategy.

This role will work across an identified Primary Care Network to provide early assessment, treatment, and improved access to appropriate care pathways and provide evidence-based interventions for people with mental illness.

The practitioner will facilitate onward access to other secondary care-based services, third sector services and link in with existing support services via the Primary Care Network.

If you have the skills and qualities that meet the requirements for this post we would welcome your application.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service and are able to present a valid DBS certificate may not require a new check.




This advert closes on Wednesday 8 May 2024

If you are looking for work that suits your lifestyle and needs, becoming a Dorset HealthCare Support Worker could be right for you.

Bank Health Care Support Workers (HCA) work flexibly to fill short term staffing shortages within the teams in our organisation. Shifts can become available up to six weeks in advance, as well as at short notice, so you can plan-ahead or pick up a shift on the day, online or via the smart phone app, straight away.

You can choose the location and shift patterns that suit you and your family needs and commitments. Depending on your experience we can offer you roles within both physical and mental health settings.

You can work in one or many of our sites to find out which one suits you best.

As well as competitive rates of pay you’ll be eligible for many of the benefits offered to substantive staff. These include:
• Access to the NHS pension scheme
• An NHS badge entitling you to many NHS benefits
• Unsocial hours enhancements (where applicable)
• Paid annual leave as a percentage of work completed
• Monthly or weekly pay – your choice!
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing mandatory training

Bank workers are paid hourly: £11.66 - £12.44 (Depending on NHS experience)

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

What do we need from you?
• NVQ level 3 in Health and Social Care or,
• Recent experience within a hospital setting or significant experience within a nursing home/care setting as a carer
• Someone used to working independently in a care setting with a minimum level of support a minimum of three shifts per month

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Interview assessments will be conducted in Wimborne using a values based approach, you will need to be available for the full day.

Successful applicants will be invited to a values based assessment and interview day in Wimborne, Dorset on Friday 26th of April 2024; you will need to be available for the full day if invited.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net


This advert closes on Sunday 14 Apr 2024

Are you looking for flexibility that suits your lifestyle? If so, becoming a Dorset HealthCare Bank Worker will be right for you.

Come and join our CQC outstanding rated Trust as a Bank Mental Health Support Worker, providing you shift flexibility across our services to fill staffing gaps. Due to the nature of the role previous experience of working within mental health is required.

Working on the bank will allow you to work across our range of mental health and learning disability services as well as the opportunity to support our local acute hospitals Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Poole Hospital and Dorset County Hospital in Dorchester. You can choose the location and shift patterns that suit you.

Shifts can become available up to six weeks in advance, as well as at short notice, so you can plan-ahead or pick up a shift on the day through our electronic system or by speaking with our lovely Bank team.

As well as competitive rates of pay you’ll be eligible for many of the benefits offered to substantive staff. These include:
• Access to the NHS pension scheme
• An NHS badge entitling you to many NHS benefits.
• Sign up for a blue light discount card.
• Unsocial hours enhancements (where applicable)
• Paid annual leave as a percentage of work completed
• Monthly or weekly pay – your choice!
• A comprehensive induction and ongoing mandatory training

Interview assessments are a full day using a values-based approach and held in Wimborne.



What do we need from you?

What do we need from you?
• NVQ level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care or,
• Recent experience within a mental health setting or significant experience within a nursing home/care setting caring for patients with mental health conditions.
• Someone used to working independently in a care setting with a minimum level of support
• A minimum of three shifts per month
• Completion and passing of the Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression (PMVA) course. This is a five-day course and must be passed to work within our in-patient settings. (please see link)
• Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which will be covered by the Trust.

Successful applicants will be invited to a values based assessment and interview day in Wimborne, Dorset on Friday 26th of January 2024; you will need to be available for the full day if invited.

At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

Dorset HealthCare is in partnership with The Prince’s Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we offer an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. Please contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net to access the support.


This advert closes on Sunday 14 Jan 2024