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As a Hospitality Steward at Sodexo at MCTC, Berechurch Hall Road, Colchester, C02 9NU, You're a real people person with excellent communication skills, Mainly customer facing, You'll interact with our Armed forces personnel every day, improving quality of life for all that you meet.

What you’ll do:

• Clean and sanitize equipment and workstations
• Support any enquiries or requests within the food and beverage areas
• Serve and replenish food from counters and break down stations at the end of meal periods
• Interact with customers in the serving, retail, and dining areas

What you bring:

• Positive attitude, professionalism and respect for others
• Basic food-handling skills
• No previous experience required

What we offer:

Working with Sodexo is more than a job; it’s a chance to be part of something greater. You’ll belong in a company and team that values you for you; you’ll act with purpose and have an impact through your everyday actions; and you’ll be able to thrive in your own way. In addition, we also offer a range of resources, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering mental health and wellbeing support.
• Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or larger problems where you may need additional support, including legal and financial advice, support with work related issues or personal issues such as bereavement.
• Access to a free health and wellbeing app that provides rewards for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and includes access to a 24hr virtual GP and various other services.
• The Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 (also open to friends and family) and/or the prepayment cashback card.
• Money Insights and financial benefits via the Salary Finance Platform.
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Sodexo Retirement Plan
• A death in Service benefit for colleagues who pass away whilst employed by Sodexo
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including apprenticeships and a variety of learning and development tools.
• Cycle to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit.
• Volunteering Opportunities to enable all colleagues to help support worthwhile causes in our communities.
• Flexible and dynamic work environment
• Competitive compensation
• Full training and full protective uniform supplied

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply today!

Package Description

• 35 hours per week
• Any 5 days out of 7
• Early shift- 06:15-13:45
  Middle shift- 12:00-19:30
  Late Shift- 13:00-20:30 or 16:00-23:30
  Weekends- 10:00-18:30
• Must be fully flexible across all shifts
• £11.44 per hour
• Free Car parking

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About The Company

About Sodexo

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better every day for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We are a forces friendly employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents & Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations.

Click here to read more about what we do to promote an inclusive culture.

Housing Officer who has a good understanding of housing legislation, especially related to ASB / Anti-Social Behaviour, tenancy rights and occupancy agreements, with excellent interpersonal skills and familiarity with safeguarding procedures in a supported housing environment, is required for a well-established organisation based in Colchester, Essex.


SALARY: £35,720 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Colchester, Essex – there will be the requirement for local travel

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week, day shifts including weekend working, 12 hours per shift (including a 1-hour unpaid break daily)


JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Housing Officer who has a good understanding of housing legislation, especially related to ASB / Anti-Social Behaviour, tenancy rights and occupancy agreements, with excellent interpersonal skills and familiarity with safeguarding procedures in a supported housing environment.

Working as the Housing Officer you will play a pivotal role in managing tenancy and property-related aspects within the service, supporting individuals transitioning from the criminal justice system.

The role of Housing Officer focuses on tenancy management, anti-social behaviour (ASB) management, occupancy agreements, and maintaining property standards to ensure a safe and supporting environment.


DUTIES

Your duties as a Housing Officer will include:

• Conduct routine monitoring and management of occupancy agreements, ensuring residents understand and adhere to their responsibilities

• Address any breaches of occupancy agreements by taking appropriate steps, including issuing notices and coordinating with legal teams if necessary

• Maintain detailed records of all agreements, renewals, and terminations for compliance and reference

• Respond promptly to ASB incidents, issuing notices when necessary and ensuring actions comply with legal and organisational protocols

• Work closely with local authorities, care teams, and legal professionals to address persistent ASB, coordinating court/legal procedures as required

• Document all ASB incidents thoroughly, creating a comprehensive record for reporting and future reference

• Conduct enhanced referrals and assessments of prospective residents, ensuring suitability for the Service

• Manage the allocation of housing units to optimise placements and support the facility's mission

• Keep accurate records of all assessments and placements to ensure transparency and support auditing

• Monitor and manage voids to minimise vacancy periods, ensuring units are quickly ready for new occupancy

• Address abandonment issues, following proper protocols to secure units and resolve tenancy matters

• Offer housing advice and support on both a one to one and group-work basis

• Oversee property maintenance, conducting regular inspections and coordinating repairs with contractors

• Arrange quotes, manage invoices, and ensure timely payments for maintenance services

• Schedule housekeeping checks and maintain property standards to ensure safety and comfort for residents

• Work collaboratively with on-site security personnel to ensure secure access protocols are consistently followed

• Identify any access-related issues reported by the Security Officer or other staff and follow up to ensure they are resolved by maintenance or security teams as needed

• Oversee rent collection and financial management related to tenancy, including deposits, rent, and service charges

• Engage with residents regarding financial responsibilities, addressing any outstanding payments promptly

• Work with support workers to provide support and guidance on decision making and pro-social modelling

• Maintain detailed financial records to support transparency, audit needs, and reporting requirements


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience in housing management or property administration, ideally within supported accommodation

• Proficiency in record-keeping, tenancy management, and property maintenance practices

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Understanding of housing legislation, especially related to ASB regulations and laws, tenancy rights, and occupancy agreements

• Familiarity with safeguarding procedures in a supported housing environment

• Experience in rent collection, financial record-keeping, and account management in a housing context

• Ability to communicate clearly and empathetically with residents about financial obligations

• Knowledge of property maintenance practices and standards within a communal living setting

• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills

• Proficient in financial management for handling invoices and payments

• Strong knowledge of void and vacancy management within supported housing

• Familiarity with protocols for addressing abandoned units

• Experience with needs-based assessments and referrals, ideally in a supported or transitional housing context

• Ability to work collaboratively with law enforcement and legal teams on complex cases


This role is subject to an enhanced check level 2 which includes an Enhanced DBS check. All required checks will be undertaken as part of the pre-employment process for any successful candidate.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.

Support Worker who has knowledge and experience of supporting individuals with complex needs, including mental health and neurodiversity, and demonstrable knowledge of safeguarding, disability and equality issues is required for a residential setting at a well-established organisation in Colchester, Essex.


SALARY: £32,768 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Colchester, Essex – there will be the requirement for some local travel

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: average 40 hours per week, day shifts including weekend working, 12 hours per shift (including a 1-hour unpaid break daily)


** 2 Positions Available **


JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Support Worker who has knowledge and experience of supporting individuals with complex needs, including mental health and neurodiversity, and demonstrable knowledge of safeguarding, disability and equality issues.

As the Support Worker you will provide high quality care and support to individuals with physical and mental health care needs and who, following involvement with the criminal justice system, are resettling back into the community.

Working as the Support Worker you will help individuals achieve positive and meaningful outcomes in line with their individual goals and person-centred plans.


DUTIES

Your duties as a Support Worker include:

• Undertake one-to-one and group-work support that addresses the need for rehabilitation from a criminal justice point of view

• Assist residents with daily living activities which could include personal care, meal preparation, household tasks and increasing well-being

• Work as part of a small team, engaging with residents to plan, arrange and deliver/co deliver structured activities to support the resident’s safe re-integration into the community

• Ensure that adequate information and records are kept including daily logs of support

• Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with colleagues, residents, Offender Managers, and other agencies

• Provide a safe environment related to health and safety in the workplace

• Use PMVA (Prevention and Management of Violence and Aggression) techniques when necessary to manage challenging behaviours and ensure the safety of all residents

• De-escalate situations when necessary, remaining calm and applying conflict resolution strategies effectively

• Provide support to individuals according to support plans and risk assessments

• Support residents with daily living skills such as preparing and cooking meals, cleaning, and laundry

• Provide practical assistance to residents with everyday tasks such as accessing external services, completing paperwork, accessing benefits, and finding move on accommodation

• Where possible, promote activities in the local community

• Bring to the attention of your line manager any behaviour which is likely to cause detriment to others / danger to the individual themselves

• Take the appropriate action/escalate any matters of concern

• Maintain records and files as required, including data entry as necessary

• Operate within the policies and procedures of the Organisation, including Operational instructions, H&S, safeguarding and GDPR


CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of supporting individuals with complex needs, including mental health and neurodiversity

• A demonstrable knowledge of safeguarding, disability, and equality issues

• Good numeracy and literacy skills

• Experience of working with a diverse range of people who have experienced a range of social/personal difficulties

• Experience of working with Microsoft Word, Outlook and basic Excel

• An understanding of safeguarding

• Ability to manage and prioritise a variety of different tasks and duties accordingly

• Ability to follow planned activity and adjust to change if necessary

• Demonstrable commitment to the provision of high-quality person-centred support

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing with good listening skills

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with residents, colleagues, and external agencies

• Ability to exercise authority and reinforce boundaries in an appropriate manner

• Work on own initiative and able to cope with stressful situations

• Ability to motivate others and facilitate learning to change attitudes and behaviours

• Being empathetic, with the ability to use tact and discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive issues


This role is subject to an enhanced check level 2 which includes an Enhanced DBS check. All required checks will be undertaken as part of the pre employment process for any successful candidate.

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share and uphold this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values.


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To assess by telephone people readiness to change and identify support needed to improve lifestyle and self-management capacity and organise access to relevant services. Helping people to find and use local services they need and if necessary, signpost to specialist services for emotional support, independent living and or other relevant services. To follow up client during and after completion of their lifestyle change intervention and discuss further steps. Provide evidence-based information to people about a range of health issues related to lifestyle choices such as smoking, physical inactivity, unhealthy eating. Undertake any other delegated work Any other function commensurate with competencies and job role

In this position, you will play a pivotal role in creating personalised care plans that reflect the unique needs of each individual, engaging families and carers in the care planning process to ensure their voices are heard. Effective communication will be key as you establish strong pathways for collaboration among all stakeholders. You will also be responsible for promoting equality, diversity, and rights in accordance with best practices and legislation, alongside identifying training needs to enhance the quality of evidence-based care within the team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, ensuring their safe and appropriate discharge, and contributing to the overall improvement of community mental health services. Will be based within the North East Essex locality, acting as the link between Community teams and inpatient services , linking in as part of the process of safe discharge. Local and out of area. Work flexibly with Community Teams across North East Essex reviewing care plans and identifying community resources which will support and augment the discharge process back to the locality. Will work with the MDT identifying barriers to discharge, and how these can be resolved, ensuring the safe discharge of the individual. Wil be completing Care Act and commissioning experience with the local authority and ICB. Knowledge of Section 117 aftercare needs and being part of this process in discharge planning in partnership with the inpatient teams. Will be responsible for supporting the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of interventions within agreed parameters, to ensure meaningful admission and safe, appropriate discharge. Acknowledge that part of the move away from CPA that care plans will be personalised and individualised to meet the needs of the individual in the local community setting. Involved family and carers as part of the care planning/discharge process acknowledging their views. Have a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation, which govern current service provision and audit e.g. Care Act 2014, The Mental Health Act 1983/2007, Mental Capacity Act 2006/2007 and our responsibilities within such legislation. Tribunal report writing with an understanding of the Mental health Act Will be responsible for ensuring effective communication pathways exist. Will be responsible for ensuring the promotion of equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation. Will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs necessary in providing quality evidence based care as appropriate. Providing CMHT staff with guidance and advice regarding processes. To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team, and act up for the Team Manager in their absence as appropriate. To act as a role model and supervise less experienced staff.

The key duties and responsibilities of the post will be: Provide on-call cover as a general surgeon Provide on-call cover as a bariatric surgeon Provide specialist upper GI elective services including bariatric surgery The candidate would be expected to contribute to the overall work of the Department of General Surgery and take part in the general surgery emergency daytime on-call, weekdays and weekends (currently 1 in 12) and out of hours on-call rota which will be on a 1 in 12 basis. They would also take part in a 1 in 3 bariatric on-call rota.

To assess by telephone people readiness to change and identify support needed to improve lifestyle and self-management capacity and organise access to relevant services.

· Helping people to find and use local services they need and if necessary, signpost to specialist services for emotional support, independent living and or other relevant services.

Previous applicants need not apply







To follow up client during and after completion of their lifestyle change intervention and discuss further steps.

· Provide evidence-based information to people about a range of health issues related to lifestyle choices such as smoking, physical inactivity, unhealthy eating.

· Undertake any other delegated work

· Any other function commensurate with competencies and job role

Provide is a Community Interest Company (social enterprise). We deliver a broad range of health and social care services in the community, and are committed to making sure that they are safe, responsive and of high quality. Provide is owned by its employees and has primarily social objectives. Any profits we make are reinvested into the local community or back into delivering services.


We work from a variety of community settings, such as community hospitals, community clinics, schools, nursing homes and primary care settings, as well as within people’s homes to provide more than 40 services to children, families and adults across Essex, Dorset, East Anglia and the North of England.
A highly respected, award winning health and social care provider. We expect our staff to demonstrate and uphold our values at all times:


Vision:Transforming Lives
Values:Care, Innovation and Compassion
Mission:An ambitious, employee owned social enterprise, growing in size and influence. We transform lives by treating, caring and educating people.


Provide is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills, proud to have LGBT+ and Ethnic Minority Networks.


We welcome applicants from underrepresented groups. If you have the skills and experience for the job, please apply regardless of your background.


Eligible for NHS Pension

· To assess by telephone people readiness to change and identify support needed to improve lifestyle and self-management capacity and organise access to relevant services.

· Helping people to find and use local services they need and if necessary, signpost to specialist services for emotional support, independent living and or other relevant services.

· To follow up client during and after completion of their lifestyle change intervention and discuss further steps.

· Provide evidence-based information to people about a range of health issues related to lifestyle choices such as smoking, physical inactivity, unhealthy eating.

· Undertake any other delegated work

· Any other function commensurate with competencies and job role


This advert closes on Friday 29 Nov 2024

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

This exciting role places you at the heart of patient care in North East Essex, acting as a vital link between Community Teams and inpatient services. Your mission will be to facilitate safe and effective discharges, ensuring that individuals transition smoothly back to their local communities, whether locally or from out of area. You will work flexibly alongside multidisciplinary teams, conducting thorough reviews of care plans and identifying community resources that will enhance the discharge process. Importantly, you will play a key role in passing care over to long-term care coordinators where needed, ensuring continuity and ongoing support for individuals. Your expertise in The Care Act, Section 117 aftercare, and relevant legislation will empower you to navigate complex discharge barriers and implement solutions, all while fostering a patient-centred approach.

To be responsible, as part of the MDT,for the assessment, planning,implementation and evaluation of the evidence based care required, including health promotion for a named service user/group, working towards meaningful admission and safe, appropriate discharge.

Responsible for clinical risk assessment of service users accessing services providing effective advice, guidance and decision making process culminating in the coordination of any reviewed plan of care.

Responsible for participating in the development of the service, setting of quality standards, including the auditing, monitoring and reviewing in line with current clinical guidance practice and policy.Responsible for ensuring the post holder understands and meets their professional responsibilities under Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Legislation.Responsible for ensuring that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 are observed, adhered to and implemented.

Responsible for the promotion of carer and service user involvement within the service and for its provision.

Responsible for establishing therapeutic relationships with service users, and the implementation of evidence based therapeutic interventions with appropriate boundaries in accordance with Nursing and Midwifery Councils professional code of conduct and/ orSocial Work England, HCPC.

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.

In this position, you will play a pivotal role in creating personalised care plans that reflect the unique needs of each individual, engaging families and carers in the care planning process to ensure their voices are heard. Effective communication will be key as you establish strong pathways for collaboration among all stakeholders. You will also be responsible for promoting equality, diversity, and rights in accordance with best practices and legislation, alongside identifying training needs to enhance the quality of evidence-based care within the team. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals, ensuring their safe and appropriate discharge, and contributing to the overall improvement of community mental health services.
• Willbe based within the North East Essex locality, acting as the link between Community teams and inpatient services , linking in as part of the process of safe discharge. Local and out of area.
• Work flexibly with Community Teams across North East Essex reviewing care plans and identifying community resources which will support and augment the discharge process back to the locality.
• Willwork with the MDT identifying barriers to discharge, and how these can be resolved, ensuring the safe discharge of the individual.
• Wil be completing Care Act and commissioning experience with the local authority and ICB. Knowledge of Section 117 aftercare needs and being part of this process in discharge planning in partnership with the inpatient teams.
• Will be responsible forsupportingthe assessment,planning,implementation,and evaluation of interventions within agreed parameters,to ensure meaningful admission and safe, appropriate discharge.
• Acknowledge that part of the move away from CPA that care plans will be personalised and individualised to meet the needs of the individual in the local community setting.
• Involved family and carers as part of the care planning/discharge process acknowledging their views.
• Have a working knowledge of local, national policies and legislation, which govern current service provision and audit e.g.Care Act 2014, The Mental Health Act 1983/2007, Mental Capacity Act 2006/2007and our responsibilities within such legislation.
• Tribunal report writing with an understanding of the Mental health Act
• Will be responsible for ensuring effective communication pathways exist.
• Will be responsible for ensuring the promotion of equality diversity and rights in accordance with good practice and legislation.
• Will be responsible for identifying and contributing to the training needs necessary in providing quality evidence based care as appropriate.Providing CMHT staff with guidance and advice regarding processes.



To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team, and act up for the Team Manager in their absence as appropriate. To act as a role model and supervise less experienced staff.


This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Dec 2024

An opportunity has arisen within the Colchester Specialist Community Mental Health Team. we are looking for a dynamic, forward thinking Care Coordinator, you will hold a caseload of service users and have a number of responsibilities that include assessment and coordination of care needs. Once needs are identified, you will be expected to plan and implement evidence-based care to the service users and their carers. You will have the support and supervision of your Team Lead, and as a Band 6 clinician, you will be expected to act as a supervisor and resource for junior or less experienced staff

· Assessing new referrals to the team and ascertaining whether they have care needs that need to be addressed within the service

· Coordinating the care and assessment under the Care Programme Approach (CPA) of a designated caseload

· Creating and continually updating person-centred careplans and building therapeutic relationships with your clients.

· Continually assess risk and design personalised risk management plans

· Facilitate referral to crisis teams or admission to hospital where necessary, plus providing presence and involvement in inpatient careplan and discharge planning.

· Administration of long-acting anti-psychotic depot injections in a community setting

· Monitoring of medication adherence and any potential side-effects. Organising medical reviews when indicated.

· Identify any possible safeguarding concerns and be responsible for the completion of safeguarding investigations.

· Ensure that the requirements of the Mental Health Act 1983 are observed, adhered to and implemented

· Support the promotion of carer and service user involvement within the service and for its provision plus ensuring carer’s needs are identified and responded to.

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

Join our Staff bank

What is Staff Bank?

Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.

All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.

If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.

To be responsible as the Care Coordinator for the assessment and coordination of care needs, planning and implementation of evidence based care to a defined group of service users and their carers within a defined catchment area/locality. To provide professional advice and support to other agencies and members of the multidisciplinary team, to act as a role model and resource for junior/less experienced staff.


This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Dec 2024

A Vacancy at East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust.


Applications are invited for the post of a substantive upper gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeon at Colchester General Hospital, which is part of the East Suffolk and North Essex Foundation Trust (ESNEFT). This is a new post which has been created to support the commencement of our weight management service which incorporates both medical and surgical pathways.

This is a rare opportunity for an enthusiastic and dynamic candidate to be part of a multi-disciplinary team creating a new weight management service and guide its future direction. Candidates would need to have a commitment to teaching and would have received training in advanced laparoscopic surgery.

The post holder will:
• Work with colleagues to provide a Consultant-led service with the highest standard of care
• Work with the multi-professional team to develop care pathways and clinical guidelines
• Develop and maintain good working practices with wards, out-patients and the ED
• Collaborate and promote close working links with colleagues, other departments and primary care
• Offer educational, clinical support and leadership to junior medical colleagues, nursing colleagues and other members of the multi-disciplinary
• Ensure appropriate information is made available to staff to measure clinical performance and enable meaningful benchmarks to be established and evaluated within your area of responsibility
• Ensure there is a robust process for reviewing the quality of services provided, explaining the causes of success and failure and ensure the highest standards are maintained
• Provide a role model of professional leadership, which underpins the corporate values and behaviours agreed by the organisation, ensuring these are understood and demonstrated by the medical workforce within your area and take remedial action where poor behaviour are demonstrated
• Ensure that junior doctors training conforms to College requirements
• Participate in the appraisal of medical staff within the department in line with the Trust’s agree policy
• Become part of the ICENI teaching faculty in delivering or facilitating courses/programmes.

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provides hospital and community health care . We serve a wide geographical area with a population approaching 800,000 residents. We deliver care services from two main hospitals in Colchester and Ipswich, six community hospitals, high street clinics and in patients’ own homes. We have nearly 10,000 staff, with an annual budget of over £650 million. We are the largest NHS organisation in the East Anglia.

We are building for better care with an exciting capital development programme across our sites – totalling £100million over the next five years.

We are building a new elective orthopaedic centre for ESNEFT at Colchester Hospital. It will be one of the biggest centres in the country and will ensure we can retain complex and low volume cases locally for the people we serve.

We are also now building a £7million specialist interventional radiology and cardiac angiography unit at Colchester.

At Ipswich we are investing £35million in a new Emergency Department and co-located Urgent Treatment Centre, with additional diagnostic imaging kit (MRI and CT). There’s a £5.3million molecular diagnostic laboratory soon to open at Ipswich, and works begins soon for a new Breast Care Centre and a Children’s Unit.

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The key duties and responsibilities of the post will be:
• Provide on-call cover as a general surgeon
• Provide on-call cover as a bariatric surgeon
• Provide specialist upper GI elective services including bariatric surgery

The candidate would be expected to contribute to the overall work of the Department of General Surgery and take part in the general surgery emergency daytime on-call, weekdays and weekends (currently 1 in 12) and out of hours on-call rota which will be on a 1 in 12 basis. They would also take part in a 1 in 3 bariatric on-call rota.


This advert closes on Tuesday 17 Dec 2024

Assessment & Care Planning: Conduct assessments (predominantly using the Comprehensive Assessment of At Risk Mental States (CAARMS) tool) of individuals presenting with symptoms of psychosis, including mental state examinations, risk assessments, and formulation of recovery-focused care plans. Intervention & Support: Deliver evidence-based (NICE) interventions, including psychoeducation, monitoring treatment efficacy and adverse side effects, and crisis management, reducing the risk of relapse, and enhancing functional outcomes. If registered mental health nurse - administer long-acting anti-psychotic depot injections in office and community settings. Case Management: Take on a caseload of patients in the role of Care Coordinator underpinned by the Care Program Approach (or any alternative framework introduced in the future). Providing ongoing support and consistent monitoring throughout the patients treatment pathway, ensuring continuity of care and advocating for the needs of the individual. Completing and maintaining up to date person-centred, recovery-focused care plans in collaboration with the patient, family, and MDT. Collaboration with MDT: Work closely with psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, occupational therapists, employment specialists, and support workers to deliver integrated care, attend MDT meetings, and lead on care reviews and discharge planning. Family & Carer Support: Provide education, emotional support, and practical advice to families and carers to help them understand psychosis and the recovery process, empowering them to be actively involved in the care of the patient. Engage family and carers to access specialist family interventions and carers support from the team. Crisis Management & Risk Reduction: Continually assess risk, monitor for early warning signs of relapse or crisis situations, and provide timely interventions to minimize risk, including facilitating access to urgent care when necessary. Completing and maintaining up to date person-centred safety (risk) plans. Identify any possible safeguarding concerns and be responsible for the completion of safeguarding enquires/processes. Education & Training: Contribute to the training and development of junior staff, students, and peers, sharing knowledge on psychosis, recovery principles, and best practice.

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

For full details of the responsibilities and duties of this role please see the attached job description.

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

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